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We could never learn to be brave and patient, if there were only joy in the world

India, Pakistan talks face new hurdles

Mokokchung town to celebrate 125 years

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Framework agreement: Pm accused of ‘misleading’ nation

Chief Ministers of Assam, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh, unhappy over the secrecy surrounding the Naga Peace Accord and affronted for not being consulted, has demanded the Centre to divulge the details of the accord. On Friday, Manipur Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh MORUNG EXPRESS NEWS shot off a letter to the Prime MinDIMAPUR/NEW DELHI/IMPHAL, AUGUST 7 ister urging him to make clear on The August 3 ‘historic’ signing were invited for talks but they the recent Peace Accord signed of the ‘Framework Agreement refused. Prime Minister Modi between the Government of In‘between the Government of has misled the nation,” said dia and NSCN-IM. India and the NSCN (IM) is ap- Congress spokesperson RanDisclosing this to journalparently raking up more resent- deep Surjewala. ists at the Congress Bhavan, “We want to state that the nagaland Chief Minister, TR Zeliang and Home Minister, Y Patton, with union Home, Minister Rajnath Deputy Chief Minister Gaiment than cheer. According to ANI, the Con- Prime Minister or the Modi singh in new Delhi on August 7. khangam stated that the Manigress on Friday accused Prime Government did not state or Photo caption: Nagaland Chief Minister, TR Zeliang and Home Minister, Y Patton, with Union Home, pur Government welcomes the Minister Narendra Modi of circulate orally or in writing any Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on August 7. Government of India in strik‘misleading’ the nation over the agenda regarding Naga peace ing out any peace deal with any Naga peace accord and added accord,” he added. Amid mounting pressure from opposition Con- sam and Arunachal Pradesh will be taken into party or group, but it would not He further said that the gress, the Government on Friday sought to allay confidence,” sources said quoting the Home accept pacts that impinge on that the former has violated the principles of cooperative fed- Congress fully supports the at- fears of neighbouring states of Nagaland by as- Minister as having said to Zeliang during a 20 other communities. eralism by not consulting the tempt to find a lasting peace- suring them that they would be consulted before minute meeting. Singh told Zeliang that the Gaikhangam was upset chief ministers of Arunachal ful solution of Naga problem the final agreement with NSCN-IM was signed. Central government has made it clear to NSCN- over the Centre’s move saying Pradesh, Assam and Manipur but within the ‘constitutional This was conveyed by Union Home Minis- IM that their main demand of integration of the Government of Manipur framework’. over the matter. ter Rajnath Singh to Nagaland Chief Minister Naga inhabitated areas would not be met but was not consulted on the sign“The Congress has stead- TR Zeliang who called on him in New Delhi on more powers would be given to local bodies like ing of the pact. “Not consulting the Chief Ministers of the three affected fastly championed and sacri- Friday, a PTI report stated. He, however, declined to autonomous district council, the sources said. states Arunachal, Assam and ficed for upholding territorial “Before the final agreement is signed with The Nagaland CM was accompanied by the comment on the stand taken by Manipur by the Prime Minister integrity of India and finding the NSCN-IM Chief Ministers of Manipur, As- state Home Minister Y Patton. the Manipur Government conis a gross violation of the princi- lasting peaceful solutions to cerning the peace accord statframework. It is with this view in possible terms, attempt by cer- ing that it was too early. ples of cooperative federalism. various insurgencies and mili- NSCN (IM),” said Surjewala. “Congress fully supports mind that Cong has welcomed tain elements within ruling esWhat is most dismaying is that tancy in different parts of India. Official sources said Chief Nirmala Sitharaman yesterday On 3rd August 2015 the Modi the attempt to find a lasting initiative of Govt for a peace tablishment to politicize peace Minister Okram Ibobi left misled nation when she said Government entered into a peaceful solution of Naga prob- agreement with NSCN (IM), agreement in interest of the Imphal for New Delhi this afthat the three chief ministers Naga peace agreement with lem within our constitutional we also deprecate in strongest country,” he added. ternoon to meet Union Home

• Manipur CM writes to Modi to make clear on peace accord • Will not hesitate to file RTI: Assam CM • Arunachal CM says ‘We were not consulted on this’

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Kohima, august 7 (mExN): The Nagaland state government has extended the inquiry period with regard to the judicial probe into the March 5 Dimapur incident wherein a mob broke into the Dimapur Central Jail, the lynching of an accused rapist and the death on one civilian in police firing. The inquiry period has been extended to October 22, 2015.

Traffic advisory for Kohima town

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Kohima, august 7 (mExN): In view of the impact on the road leading to New Secretariat near Working Women Hostel due to incessant rain, Kohima Traffic Police has advised commuters plying to and from New Secretariat to avoid taking the route. The road will remain closed till further notice as precautionary measure. Instead, commuters have been advised to use Tinpatti-DBS-Kohima College or High School junction-Meriema-NBCC Convention Hall roads to avoid possible danger near Working Women Hostel. Meanwhile, the Kohima DC also issued an advisory to the same end.

Minister Rajnath Singh on the peace accord. Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi told The Hindu that he would not hesitate to file a Right to Information (RTI) application to know the details of the accord. He said Naga interlocutor RN Ravi had no locus standi in signing the agreement on behalf of the Union government. Lambasting the secrecy surrounding the Naga peace accord, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Nabam Tuki said the State would oppose any kind of law imposed from outside. “We came to know about the announcement through television channels and newspapers only. We don’t have the details of the agreement. We were never consulted on this. If we don’t get the details of the agreement within a day or two, we will be writing to the Home Ministry for an explanation,” he said. Their outburst comes after the Congress President Sonia Gandhi on Thursday slammed the Modi government over the Naga peace accord, accusing it of not taking chief ministers of north eastern states into confidence and said it showed its “arrogance”. With Agency inputs

NBCC asserts that online ‘GOU not involved in fake certificate racket’ logo and gaming is threat to society ‘University’s credentials forged to DimaPuR, august 7 (mExN): The Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) today cautioned that online gaming “will be a threat” to the “wellbeing” of Naga society and “will open more doors for corruption in the government.” The NBCC stated this in a press note in reaction to the ‘Nagaland Prohibition of Gaming and Promotion and Regulation of Online Games and Skill Bill 2015’ presented by the Nagaland state Chief Minister during the Nagaland Legislative Assembly session held recently in Kohima. The bill seeks to regulate and promote the conduct of online games of skill with the primary objective of earning revenue for the state government, the NBCC informed. “Oxford Dictionary defines gaming as to manipulate (a situation) typically in a way that is unfair or unscrupulous,” the NBCC stated, while acknowledging that video games online have turned into a lucrative billion dollar industry and ever expanding. “As internet usage continues to grow with large followers, from children to adult, it is imperative that we assess the extent of its influence on our society; and the impact these online social networking activities has on the individuals who become involved in them,” the it urged. While acknowledging that

“lack of hard data,” the NBCC cited “reports in popular media,” which it said “continue to suggest that the design and content of certain games are responsible for the detachment, depression, and even addiction that some players experience affecting school or work.” Other related scenario could be disruption of normal social relationships in the community, it warned. “Although one may not equate online gaming with gambling, the two activities are very similar on many grounds – conceptually, behaviourally and psychologically,” it further claimed. The NBCC said that while the government purports to earn revenue from licensing fees and royalty, any new idea to generate more revenue “does not sink well in the minds of many as long as there is rampant corruption in governance and misusing of funds.” The more serious issue is the impact gaming will bring about on the social life and psychological wellbeing of the user, it added. Therefore, the NBCC called for the Nagaland government to rather promote public virtue, innovation, skills and industry through proper infrastructure and policy, “and not seduce its citizens to any enterprise that has the potential to wreck (undermine) the moral foundations of the society.”

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The fledging Global Open University (GOU), Nagaland, which was named in a fake certificate racket unearthed by the Punjab Police has reiterated its stand that it was in no way involved in the racket. The Punjab Police had in the month of April unearthed a fake degree certificate racket allegedly run by a Nagaland-based university. It was alleged that the GOU had issued thousands of diploma and degree certificates through its distance education wing from its various off-campus study centres in Punjab. Subsequent to the unearthing, the University’s Pro-Chancellor was arrested. The Chancellor of the GOU, TN Mannen, while terming the Punjab Police allegations as “unfounded and unclear”, asserted that the university is not authorised to run any off-campus study centres by the University Grants Commission. The GOU’s name was misused by people based in Punjab and other places in the country not connected to the university, who issued the fake certificates, the Chancellor said at a press conference in Dimapur today. As a result of the allegations, “the good intention of the university has been diluted and its image damaged.” Stating that it has resorted to necessary legal actions to clear its name, the Chancellor added that it has registered complaints against Lotus Education So-

ciety based in Mansa, Punjab, which had allegedly forged the GOU’s logo and other credentials to produce the fake certificates busted by the Punjab Police. The individuals running the centre and another called ‘Bhai Gurdas Education Centre’ were arrested during the investigation conducted by the police. Investigation into the case by the Nagaland Police led to the same group of people, who were also arrested by the Punjab Police, the Chancellor said. As regards the GOU’s association with the Lotus Education Society, Director-cum-Registrar of the university, Dr.

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Imotemsu Ao said that it was merely as a counselling centre for students seeking admission into various educational institutions. “It was neither authorised to recruit students nor issue certificates… they took undue advantage of this aspect,” said Dr. Ao. Further clarifying on the Punjab Police allegation that the GOU is authorised to run only two courses – Hotel Management and Fashion Designing – Dr. Ao said that the university can run any recognised courses or programmes as per the norms of the UGC Act, provided it has the requisite infrastructure or facilities.

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nagaland has more than 3.30 lakh registered vehicles and increasing Morung Express news Dimapur | August 7

An indication that the number of vehicles in Nagaland is growing as fast as its human polulation, Minister for Transport, IT & Communication P Paiwang Konyak on Friday revealed that the state has more than 3.30 lakh registered vehicles. Further, an estimated 15,000 new vehicles are being added to it each year, which ultimately leads to alarming traffic congestions, Paiwang stated while addressing the inaugural of the Inter State Truck Terminus (ISTT) here at Chumukedima, Dimapur. The project for construction of the terminus began in 2009 and was completed with a total estimate cost of Rs 42.15 crore. Paiwang said the

ISTT would be beneficial not only for truckers in the state but neighbouring states of Assam and Manipur travelling through the two national highways in Nagaland. With the construction of separate terminus for trucks, Paiwang also said, smooth traffic along the highways could be expected as the trucks

With unwanted elements known to stalk truck-drivers for extortion and also to harass, the transport minister has assured round-the-clock police security in and around the ISTT. He also appealed the citizens to extend their cooperation towards the department in the upkeep and maintenance of the terminus. Transport Commissioner, H Achumi, presenting a technical report of the ISTT, said that the project was started in 2009 in an area of 13 acres. Out of the total Rs 42.15 crores, the Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India funded Rs 14.15 crore while the state government funded Rs 28 crore. The ISTT can house more than 330 trucks with other facilities like weigh bridge and pollution testing centre, security house, dormitory for truckers etc.

Inter State Truck Terminus inaugurated in Chumukedima now have the facility to be parked at the ISTT instead of highways. Dimapur is a mid-stop for truckers transporting commodities to Manipur and to other distircts of Nagaland from Assam and beyond. Truckers halt to rest along the highways in Dimapur area before they continue their journey onward.

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Mokokchung town to celebrate 125 years

Mokokchung, August 7 (DIPR): Mokokchung town, which came into being as an administrative centre under British rule in 1890 has completed 125 years this year. Mokokchung District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) has resolved to celebrate the occasion later part of this year in a befitting manner. The Board meeting held in the ADC (Planning) conference Hall on August 7 under the chairmanship of DC and Vice Chairman Sushil Kumar Patel set up various committees under the supervision of District Administration for the celebration. MLA Merentoshi, who attended the meeting, shared his thought provoking suggestions for the celebration and his visions for further development of the town to make Mokokchung town a true tourist destination in the state. He said that if there is will in the minds of the people, much can be done without fully depending on the funding of the government. He called upon the DPDB members to contribute their suggestions to make Mokokchung town better with all amenities. Referring to the nationwide programme of Swachh Bharat Mission being implemented in the state, MLA suggested to the members to come up with an idea of presenting awards to best NGO, ward and village. He felt that the same should be suggested to the government.

MTLT proposes for developing Mkg Town Park Mokokchung, August 7 (MExn): The Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (MTLT) after thorough deliberations among the members over a series of meeting resolved that the 125-year anniversary of Mokokchung town should be marked with some developmental activities, which would bear the legacy of the present generation. Looking at the great potentialities in the tourism sector and need to preserve the rich heritage of Mokokchung town, the MTLT resolved to put forward the development of the present Mokokchung Town Park into a modern multi-purpose site where people from every walk of life can gain something, be it recreational, educational or find an emotional attachment with Mokokchung town. In this regard, the MTLT has submitted a proposal to the Mokokchung District Planning and Development Board, Chairman with the plan outline to develop the present Mokokchung Town Park hill into a modern tourist attraction with a multi-storied building that would house a state-ofthe-art museum, a library, a watchtower, a tourism office etc. The MTLT strongly believes that Mokokchung Town has played a very impor-

tant role in the educational, religious, social, economic and political life of not only the Ao people but also the whole Naga people in general. The MTLT identified that Mokokchung Town Park hill, located in the heart of the town is one place where every visitor to the town and even the ordinary citizens pay a visit to get a panoramic view of Mokokchung and the adjoining neighboring districts, states and even the Himalayan range from the top of the hill. The MTLT has also recognized that the hill has enough space for further development especially if it is utilized in a proper manner. “It is our sincere hope that the esteemed DPDB members would thoroughly study our proposal, look into the feasibility and make a concrete decision, which would be beneficial not only to the citizens of Mokokchung but also to the whole Naga people in general,” stated the proposal appended by MTLT President Imkummeren Jamir and General Secretary Taliakum Pongen. The proposal further added that MTLT, as a conscientious youth organization, with a sincere aim for the welfare of the town and the future generation, put forward this proposal for the members of the board to discuss and deliberate upon it.

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An overview of Mokokchung Town from the Mokokchung Town Park Mokokchung town, which came into being as an administrative centre under British rule in 1890 has completed 125 years this year. (Morung Photo)

The meeting also discussed on the preparation for Independence Day celebration on August 15, Work Charged and Adhoc Employee verification report and jungle clearance along National Highway and major roads in the district. District Programme

NBCC teachers' training at CRBC Mission Centre held

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tsEMInyu, August 7 (MExn): Nagaland Baptist Church Council Teachers' training for NBCC member schools was conducted from July 30 to August 1 at CRBC Mission Centre Zunpha, Tseminyu. Altogether 48 teachers attended the programme and 58 students from Mt. Terogvu Theological College turned up for the music training. CED Secretary Hinilo Tep chaired introductory session. School Coordinator NBCC Rev, Dr. Mechiehol Savi in his speech said that the purpose of the training was to update the teachers, as there are so many challenges in the teaching field. He also stated that teaching is a noble profession but very challenging job. Adding that he urged all the teachers to respect their job as it is to do with the life of children. The resource persons were Kenilo Semp Senior Lecturer, DIET, Leelamla Senior Lecturer, DIET, Dr. Imlienla Imchen Lecturer, ELTI SCERT, Kekhreikho-ü Dzüvichü Lecturer DIET and Neingusalie Khruomo Chairperson Music Board ABCC.

Officer NSACS, Mokokchung, made a power point presentation on the status of HIV prevalence in the district and the initiative undertaking by the NSACS Mokokchung to combat the disease. CMO Mokokchung, Dr. Akaba informed the members that preva-

lence of the dreaded disease and drug addicts are still high but department is monitoring the situation with a renewed effort to control the HIV and drug addicts in the district.CMO further said medicines are given free of cost to those positive cases.

Mokokchung, August 7 (MExn): In view of the forth-coming 125 years celebration of Mokokchung town, which was established in the year 1890, Nagaland BJP President Dr. Chuba Ao has made personal appeal to all legislators and Departments under Mokokchung district to contribute for the ongoing preparation for the jubilee year. In a press statement, Dr Chuba Ao asked the legislators to contribute at-least one crore from the LADF mainly for the repair of roads under Mokokchung town so that roads in all wards can be made all weather proof roads. He further asks all the departments under Mokokchung district to contribute color painting, gardening; flower plantation of both the side of the road to make Mokokchung is one of the beauties scenic in Nagaland.

Dr. Chuba Ao further appealed to the centre government for up-gradation of the Mokokchung district hospital which was established in the year 1905 to a modern state of art facilities, which could be upgraded to the likes of North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (NEIGRIHMS) for the benefit for the people of Nagaland especially catering districts such as Tuensang, Wokha, Mon, Zunheboto, Longleng and Kiphire. Dr. Chuba Ao said that as the legislators are elected to serve the people of the district and the state in general they must contribute for the welfare of the town to set an example for other districts to follow in developmental activities. He further appealed to the various government departments to pull in whatever is possible from their end for this noble cause.

Meeting held for better mobile network connectivity kohIMA, August 7 (DIPR): An inter departmental meeting along with mobile network providers was held at the Secretariat Conference Hall, New Secretariat complex, Kohima on August 7. Chief Secretary Pankaj Kumar IAS gave the opening remarks. The Chief Secretary commented on the good initiatives taken by the Department of Information Technology & Communication in organizing such meeting with the departments concerned, BSNL and other private network providers. He said that it is important to sit together, discuss the problems, and work out the issues to provide better services to the people. The Chief Secretary said that in today’s age, communication is very important and technology plays an important role in the functioning of the government sector as well. The need to provide better communication services is important and should be provided, the Chief Secretary stated. The Department of IT&C gave a brief overview of connectivity in power requirement of IT&C while the State Power department gave a presentation on the road map to improve power situation in the State. The State NRE department gave a presentation on alternate power solution to improve power situation in the State. Ministry of Communication and IT (Diet Y) New Delhi, BSNL, State department of Works and Housing, Roads & Bridges, PGCIC and private mobile network provider also gave powerpoint presentations on various related topics.

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‘Trust deficiency responsible for division of Nagas’ Morung Express News Dimapur | August 7

Nagaland parliamentary secretary for Housing, Er. Levi Magh, today said the “trust deficiency” among the Nagas is responsible for fragmentation and division of the Naga family. The parliamentary secretary said divisions and disunity, tribalism and dishonesty have come in the way of Nagas to live as a united family and to secure a better future for the younger generations. Addressing the 21st fresher’s day of Testo College, Er. Levi lamented that

due to tribalism, there is no consensus among the Nagas even on the Naga political issue. He said the older generation of Nagas was partly responsible for current chaos in the society and called upon the younger generation not to repeat past mistakes. “Nagas can be a united family provided that tribalism is done away with. Don’t repeat past mistakes, we expect you to be different, to be better and responsible citizens…It is you who can do away with tribalism,” he told the students. The parliamentary sec-

retary also some students might wonder if there was any more opportunity (job and career) in Nagaland. He however reminded that “opportunities do not stop” and through hard work and sheer dedication one can always find avenues to lead a better life. Urging the students not to waste their time but to concentrate in their studies, Er. Levi said their days in college will decided whether to “make or unmake” them. Principal, Tetso College, Dr. PS Lorin spoke on “What Tetso means” and assured the students that they are

in good hands and that the college as a whole has been able to face new challenges with all confidence. On the occasion, teachers of various departments were felicitated for their helping students to excel in various examinations. Executive secretary of Council of Rengma Baptist Churches (CRBC), Rev. Haiwalo Apon also announced the names of students nominated for CRBC merit scholarship. Earlier, general secretary, Students’ Council Tetso College, Kitemendang delivered the welcome ad- Parliamentary secretary for Housing, Er. Levi Magh, addressing the 21st freshers’ day of Tetso College, Friday. dress.

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Heavy flash flood at New Thewati Village ‘The Warehouse- Igniting Soul of Worship’

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The continuous outpour of monsoon rain has cause huge damage in Phokhungri area under Meluri sub-division of Phek district. Many paddy fields, the primary livelihood of the villagers are damaged, bridges washed away, landslides in many places making complete road cut off, electric posts uprooting. Presently the area especially the five villages New Thewati, old Thewati, Lutsam, Phokhungri and Avakhung are facing hardship without road connectivity, electricity, communication system, which has been greatly affected. In spite of unceasing rainfall, people are trying their best to restore the road and bridges. Photo Courtesy: Ameh Thevüry

PhokhungRI, August 7 (DIPR): A heavy flash flood occurred at New Thewati village under Phokhungri area on August 1(Friday) afternoon. SDO(C) Meluri along with OC, of Meluri Police Station visited New Thewati on August 2 (Saturday) and reported the incident to the authority. Deputy Commissioner, Phekalong with a team of Officers of Phek including E.E. &DPO of SDMA Nagaland, Kohima went to the spot and verified the actual happening. The team has found out that the flush flood was serious as the small stream widened to 200 feet and 35 feet deep which destroyed the road and bridges, namely, Khayoti, Liyakti, Yuthriti river and below Letsam the bridge connecting Laruri to Phokhungri were all washed away. Moreover, one Mr. Jacob Pochury was swept away on that day in Khayoti River, and till now the dead body has not been found. The landslides in several locations have blocked the New Thewati-Phokhungri road. Due to this disaster five villages of Phokhungri Administrative circle have been cut off from other part of the state. The villagers of the area have been fully engaged for construction of temporary wooden bridges and clearing of landslides on voluntary and free labour basis. The Deputy Commissioner, Phek donated Rs. 80,000/- only to the President PAPO and Rs. 40,000/to EAC Phokhungri for mobilization of public for temporary bridge construction and clearance of the landslides at the earliest. After the BRO handed over the said road to PWD (R&B) department several years ago, the department was not able to maintain the said road and it has become very vulnerable. If the road is not opened immediately, there may be complications due to shortage of essential commodities.

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In recent times there has been a massive expansion in the area of Christian worship ministry in various church movements. Sensing the need to lead people called out to be in the worship ministry, Jack Pucho and Kevi Kiso founded The WarehouseWorship Resource School Dimapur in early 2015. With their motto stating, “Instead of an audience of thousands you now play for an audience of ONE,” Jack and Kevi states, “one of our main goals is to render the hearts to the soul of worship.” “We exist to help realize the vision of helping others. The Church; We long to see passionate worshipers pursuing the presence of God, we exist to encourage renew and fan the flames of God’s gift in you, we Value musical creativity and excellence, we exist not only to be an echo but a Voice,” says The Warehouse founders. It is a school that is tailored to develop worship programmes and to set aside a portion for one to grow in his/her craft, strengthen their walk with the Lord as a worship leader, worship pastor, songwriter, artist, technician or a musician. They specialise mainly in contemporary worship that is relevant and applied best in a church worship setting. The school ran a 4-month course in

March 2015 and will soon be starting the second batch this August. Sharing his testimony, Toshisangba from the previous batch says, “From the course, I have learned how to serve God with your Heart and amplify God with your Art. This journey has not only been a learning time but a networking time, where I have made new friends and we were like family who helped each other in the walk with God.” For Vir Rana, “this worship Resource school has really given an edge to his knowledge of Him (Heart) and a great understanding musically (Art).” While recommending the School, Botoking Abraham says, “I strongly recommend it to any person who simply loves music and is interested in expanding one’s exposure to the technicalities of Church worship, desiring to go deeper in understanding the whole gamut of Worship both in songwriting and in worship leading.” Jack and Kevi are both gifted with a rare combination of musical skills, worship leading through music and teaching methods. Warehouse has been recognised as the Northeast Hub from a World-renowned organization called Worship Central, UK by their coordinator for India Jied Syiem. The School will integrate Worship Central programme into their course.

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tates in India's north-eastern region could flourish by taking lessons from Taiwan and also obtaining help from its immediate neighbour Bangladesh, experts said here. "Our small state Taiwan, now, has a global presence in the IT industry and electronic products," said Tu Fu-Han, the director of Taipei World Trade Centre. While attending an Information Technology conclave here on Thursday, he said: "Over the recent years Taiwan has done a lot of developments in almost all sectors, specially manufac-

turing and IT segments." "The island nation has extremely limited natural and other resources. With the help of the semi-conductor industry, including computer manufacturing, design and packing, Taiwan has been able to distinguish itself from its competitors," he added. Writer and researcher Subir Bhowmik said: "If a small island nation like Taiwan can place its footprint in many parts of the world with its products, the north-eastern states, including Tripura, could achieve a similar success utilising their vast resources and connectivity with adjoining countries." Bhowmik's views were echoed by Tripura gover-

nor Tathagata Roy, a renowned civil engineer and former professor of Jadavpur University in Kolkata. "Tripura and other north-eastern states have a tremendous scope to boost its economy, exploit its resources and attract investment, capitalising the proximity with neighbouring countries specially Bangladesh," Roy added. "If a small nation like Taiwan can take up the challenge of developing itself, why not Tripura and other north-eastern states," the governor asked. Chief technology officer of Bangalore-based Hinduja Global Solutions C. Subramanya said: "Tripura and other north-eastern states have resources

and potentialities, but there must be a serious marketing about their scopes and prospects across the country and abroad to turn the mission into reality." Bank of America vicepresident (IT) Saumen Sarkar said, it is a historic opportunity to boost the economy of Tripura, with the setting up of the third International Internet Gateway (IIG) in Agartala. The state would now be the information technology hub in north-east India and also play a vital role in eastern India as far as internet connectivity is concerned. The commissioning of the country's third IIG here, after Chennai and Mumbai, will happen within the next few months.

"If major IT companies utilise the scope of Agartala IIG, the proposed capacity of 10 gigabit bandwidth could be increased to 40 gigabit, ensuring the growth of IT and other industries in the north-eastern region," said Sarkar, who also runs a northeastcentric news portal. He said that it is a golden opportunity for the IT Industry and the economic roadmap of Tripura as the Indo-Bangladesh surplus undersea internet bandwidth lease agreement was signed during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Dhaka during June 6-7 in the presence of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Under the agreement,

Bangladesh would provide surplus internet bandwidth to north-east India and to extend the facility, the submarine internet cable from Bangladesh's Cox's Bazar coastal town to Tripura's capital Agartala is being laid. Tripura's industry and commerce secretary M. Nagaraju said: "India and Bangladesh has been trying hard to restore the pre-1947 connectivities through rail, road, air and water. If the connectivities between the north-eastern states and Bangladesh develop, it would be a great boom to the economy of both sides." "With unexpected growth of natural rubber production, bam-

boo-based industries and Tripura's locational advantage, the state has marked its place in the country," the IAS officer said. Tripura chief secretary Yashpal Singh said that with the proposed plan to connect Tripura with the Bangladesh railway network and to construct a bridge over river Feni to get access the Chittagong international seaport, Tripura would be the gateway of the South-East Asian countries in the near future. Transportation via Bangladesh is much easier as road connectivity is a big factor for the mountainous north-eastern states which share boundaries with Bangladesh, Myanmar, Ne-

pal, Bhutan and China. A narrow land corridor is used by the rest of India to travel to the northeastern region, through Assam and West Bengal, but this route passes through hilly terrain with steep gradients and multiple hairpin bends, making plying of vehicles, especially loaded trucks, very difficult. Agartala via Guwahati is 1,650 km from Kolkata by road and 2,637 km from New Delhi, while the distance between Agartala and Kolkata via Bangladesh is just about 620 km. The Food Corporation of India has ferried a total of 35,000 tonnes of rice in different phases for Tripura via Bangladesh in 2014 and 2015.

Kidnapped Meghalaya official freed Eastern Army command chief Army Colonel arrested for threatening local AUGUST 7 allegedly threatened a local trespass) but later let him ShILLoNG, AUGUST 7 (IANS): A nipur, was kidnapped from Kherapara reviews security in Manipur AIZAWL, (ENS): An Army Colonel man named Eddy Lallawm- out on a bail of Rs 5000. A Meghalaya sports official kidnapped area in West Garo Hills district by seven for ransom by militant group Garo National Liberation Army was released unharmed on Friday after 28 days in captivity, police said. District Sports Officer Aribam Nilakunjamani Sharma, 53, posted in South Garo Hills bordering Bangladesh, was freed by the GNLA, Meghalaya Special Director General of Police Sunil Kumar Jain said. "He has reached his home at Baghmara (the district headquarters of South Garo Hills) after he boarded a morning bus to Baghmara. We (police) have not been able to talk to him as he is in a state of trauma," Jain told IANS. On July 10, Sharma, a native of Ma-

GNLA terrorists led by their "area commander" Heidio Momin. An intelligence official said Sharma was released after the rebels were paid a ransom of Rs.20 lakh somewhere in Garo Hills. "Initially, the GNLA demanded a ransom of Rs.50 lakh. However, the family members of the hostage negotiated with the kidnappers on the ransom amount, keeping in mind Sharma's safety," he said on the condition of anonymity. However, the family denied paying any ransom money to the rebels. "No ransom money was paid to them. They set him free unconditionally," sources close to the family members said.

KoLKATA, AUGUST 7 (IANS): Army's eastern command chief, Lt.Gen. Praveen Bakshi, on Friday reviewed the security environment and operations being carried out in Manipur to combat militancy in the affected areas, an official statement said. On his maiden visit in the northeastern state, Lt.Gen. Bakshi was briefed at the Leimakhong Garrison by Red Shield Division commander on the prevailing security situation in the area. Accompanied by 3 Corps commander, Lt.Gen. Bipin Rawat, Lt. Gen. Bakshi interacted with officers and commanders of the formation and complimented all ranks "for their all round endeavours" to effectively combat insurgency in the state, according to a defence ministry media release. He directed all ranks to ensure people-friendly operations in maintaining normalcy in the area and emphasised on the need for highest standards of military ethos in conduct of justified operations in Manipur.

Nagalim demand to chart course of NE politics GUWAhATI, AUGUST 7 (TNN): The demand for Greater Nagaland or Nagalim, which the Nagas call Naga integration, will dictate the future course of politics and insurgency in the three NE states of Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. NSCN(IM) general secretary Thuingaleng Muivah, a Tangkhul Naga from Manipur's Ukhrul district, signed the 'framework agreement' with the Centre's interlocutor, R N Ravi, in New Delhi last Monday in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Though NSCN (IM) has already dropped its demand for 'sovereignty', the bone of contention ever since the outfit signed a ceasefire agreement with the Centre in 1997 was its core demand for integration of contiguous Naga-inhabited areas under one administrative roof. The Nagaland government, too, supported the demand for Naga integration. The three states of Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, however, strongly opposed any move

to alter their boundaries. Manipur has been the most vocal. A Greater Nagaland means slicing parts of Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and merging it with Nagaland. Union minister of state for home affairs Kiren Rijiju and Nagaland governor PB Acharya said the existing boundaries of NE states will not be touched by the peace accord and explained that the agreement is aimed at bringing overall peace to the northeast. But the assurances by these leaders have failed to convince the people in the three states as they questioned the Centre's lack of transparency in dealing with the issue. The worrying point is the fact that NSCN(IM) leaders insist that Naga integration will be part of the agreement. "Why is the Centre keeping everyone in the dark? If the Centre is going to sacrifice Manipur's boundary to please an armed rebel group, then people of the state will also start believing that they cannot achieve anything under Indian democracy without taking up arms. This is not a good

sign for democracy," argued Congress MLA and former minister N Biren Singh. Biren Singh warned the Centre that it cannot alter Manipur's territorial integrity without consulting the state government. "When the Manipur kingdom merged with Indian Union in 1949, it merged with its territory. The Centre should remember this historical fact," he said. Any failure to handle this tricky issue by the Centre could lead to a bigger problem in the region. While chief ministers of Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh asked the Centre to make the agreement public, Congress president Sonia Gandhi slammed the Modi government over the accord, accusing it of not taking the three chief ministers into confidence and terming it an insult to the people these three states. The outbursts by Sonia and Rahul Gandhi will only create further trouble as the three states that surround Nagaland are ruled by Congress. June, 2001, is a glaring example when then NDA government ex-

Tripura holds good on 'Ker Puja' AGArTALA, AUGUST 7 (IANS): The Tripura government is all set to get conducted from Friday onwards the 'Ker Puja', which in olden times was performed by the Tripura royals along with other rituals for the welfare of their subjects and against calamities and external aggression. A centuries-old tribal tradition in Tripura, 'Ker Puja' is connected with a specified area or austerity. The literal meaning of 'Ker' in the tribal 'Kokborok' language is a specified area or austerity. The rituals are carried out at government expense as the Tripura government has been holding good for over six and a half decades its promise made to the state's erstwhile royal family to organise the 'puja'. "'Ker Puja' will begin on Friday midnight and continue uninterrupted for over 30 hours," said writer and researcher Nanda Kumar Debbarma. It starts 15 days after the week-long 'Kharchi Puja', another tribal festival in the state with unique customs. When the prayers are in progress, deaths, births or even recreation within the notified area are taboo. Ratul Debbarma, a renowned poet and writer, said, "If any person violates the customary directives of 'Ker Puja', the ritual begins afresh at his cost, like a fine. Around 40 years ago, the then district magistrate was fined for entering the 'Ker Puja' area without permission." And if there is a birth or a death in the 'Ker Puja' area, the family concerned has to pay a fine. The area in and around the royal palace here as well as Puran Habeli - the erstwhile capital of Tripura and around 12 km east of this city have been notified for the 'Ker Puja' by the west Tripura district magistrate. "The customary rules and conventions of 'Ker Puja' are very strict and not easy to follow. All pregnant women, the diseased and dying are kept out of the specified puja area. No one is allowed to enter the notified area," Nanda Kumar Debbarma,

a research fellow of Mysore based Central Institute of Indian Languages, told IANS. Even the Agartala Press Club and a municipal park will remain closed from Friday night onwards to Suwnday afternoon as these falls in the notified 'Ker Puja' area. Nanda Kumar Debbarma, also an academic faculty of Tripura (Central) University, said that a few decades ago, 'Ker Puja' area encompassed the entire Agartala city and Puran Habeli. "During 'Ker Puja', all kinds of amusement, recreation and ceremonies are banned in the notified areas," an official notification of the district administration said, adding that security personnel would stand guard outside the area to maintain the dignity of the religious rituals and the government directives. Tripura police personnel fire either cannons or guns before the begining of the rituals and at the end, Ratul Debbarma said. Besides Agartala and Puran Habeli also known as old Agartala - rituals take place in almost all tribal villages towards the end of the year or at the end of the harvesting season. "The royal dynasty would perform 'Ker Puja' along with other rituals for the welfare of people, praying against calamities, evil acts and external aggression," said Panna Lal Roy, a writer and historian specialising in Tripura's royal past. "Animal sacrifice and offerings characterise this popular puja," Roy told IANS. At the end of the 517-year rule by 184 kings, the erstwhile princely state of Tripura merged into the Indian union on October 15, 1949, as per an agreement signed with Kanchan Prabha Devi, the then regent queen. The agreement made it obligatory for the Tripura government to continue with the sponsorship of several temples, 'pujas' and festivals earlier organised by the Tripura royals. And it continues to this day.

tended the ceasefire with NSCN (IM) beyond Nagaland. There was a public uprising in Manipur valley leading to the burning down of state assembly, CM's secretariat and official residences of ministers and MLAs by protestors. Altogether, 18 people died in the police firing and the month-long violent protest forced the Centre to make a U-turn, limiting the ceasefire within Nagaland. "Since the Centre has not yet made the clauses of the agreement public, we are concerned about the future of the people of Assam living along the Nagaland border. We fear that the Centre has fulfilled NSCN(IM)'s demand to include Naga-inhabited areas of Assam in Nagalim," said Bhasco De Saikia, joint general secretary of Krishak Mukti Sangram Samiti (KMSS), a powerful organization in Assam. With the Assam assembly election slated for early next year, the issue has already dominated newspapers and TV debates in the state with politicians opposing the Greater Nagaland demand.

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Dated Phek, the 07th July, 2015

No.DCP/JDL/SUC-10/96 Shri. Khosa Hoshi of Bethany-I Colony, Phek Town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate under the Succession Act. 1925 in order to draw/receive Family Pension and others that is in respect of late his father Shri. Rakhutso Khalasi Pensioner, from the Office of PWD (R&B) Phek, who was expired on 23-02-2003. 1. It is hereby notified that, if anybody has any complaint against the Succession, he/she may lodge complaint to this office within a period of 1(one) month from the date of this notification. 2. No further complaint shall be entertained after the stipulated period and shall be considered that there is no objection. Sd/(MUROHU CHOTSO) Deputy Commissioner, Phek: Nagaland

has been arrested and subsequently released on bail for allegedly threatening a local man in Mizoram’s Vairengte village near the interstate border with Assam. Colonel Ravinder Singh of the Army’s Counter-Insurgency and Jungle Welfare School (CIJWS) at Vairengte

kima with a knife while the latter was manning a medicine shop on Wednesday evening. Lallawmkima defended himself with a stool, and later filed an FIR with the Vairengte police. Police arrested Colonel Singh and charged him under IPC section 448 (house

police investigator said this is the second offense allegedly committed by the Colonel in the past two months. Colonel Singh had been arrested for allegedly assaulting another Colonel on July 4, a case for which he has been charge-sheeted in the Kolasib district court.

Naga Churches in Chandel to hold thanksgiving prayer on August 9 Ruwngthung hrangbung Chandel | August 7

All Naga Churches in Chandel district of Manipur are set for welcome & thanksgiving prayer service to be organised across the district at respective churches on August 9. Informing the collective decision taken in this regard, Presidents of Anal Christian Forum Rev Kl Tangthu Anal, who is also the Executive Secretary of Anal Naga Baptist Association (ANBA) said the programme would be conducted in collaboration with the Chandel Naga People’s Organisation (CNPO). The welcome and thanksgiving prayer according to Rev Kl Tangthu is organised to show that the churches in Chandel is grateful for the signing of the framework

agreement between the GoI and the NSCN (IM) recently. The Churches will say special prayer of thanksgiving and further pray for the PM, Narendra Modi and his government and the collective leadership of the Nagas led by Isak Chisi Swu and Th Muivah, Tangthu added. Meanwhile, Kanankhu Baptist Churches Thursday organised a get together to welcome the peace agreement at the church compound. Led by Church Pastor Ts Hmungam, village authority chief and members, church members including men, women and youths present in the gathering, thanked PM of India, Narendra Modi and NDA government. They also thanked Isak Chisi Swu and Th. Muivah.

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Dated Kohima, the 7th August, 2015

To assist aspiring women entrepreneurs as part of the economic empowerment process for women in the State, the Department of Women Resource Development invites applications from interested Naga Women Entrepreneurs for availing interest free loan under the scheme, “Promotion of Women in Innovative Enterprises Programme” Criteria 1. Age of applicant must be within 25 to 50 years 2. Applicant should already be in established business/enterprise 3. Only self employed women entrepreneurs may apply For all necessary details, interested applicants may contact Shri. Nzanthung K Yanthan, WRDO, Directorate of Women Resource Development, below NIELIT, Meriema, on any working days within office hours on or before 18th August 2015. Last date of submission of Applications: 25th August 2015 (T.HARALU), Director

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First of its kind 'Drivers' Training Institute" in North-East India A joint venture of "Nagaland State Transport and Tata Motors" High Lights:- 1. Trainees are First made to proceed on Electronics Simulator. 2. Separate Driving track provided for Male/Female Trainees. 3. Dual Steering for Trainees.

Applications are invited from interested Male/Female candidates for undergoing Motor Vehicle Driving Training in the “NST Drivers’ Training Institute” Virazouma (7th Mile Dimapur). Courses Offered: Duration 1. Light Motor Vehicle 1(one) month. 2. Heavy Motor Vehicle 3(three) month. Conditions & Eligibility Criteria 3. The age of candidate must be 18(eighteen) years and above on the date of admission. 4. Seats are limited and Admission will be on First Come First Basis. 5. Hostel Facility is available for Male Trainees. 6. Application Form will be available at Drivers’ Training Institute Virazouma (7th Mile) Dimapur from the date of Publication of this Advertisement. 7. Last date of receipt of application Forms: - 31st August 2015. 8. Training Classes will commence w.e.f. 01/09/2015. 9. For enquiries and application Forms contact the Institute Office on all working days or Call:- 09436417130. Sd/(BENDANGTOSHI) Dy. General Manager, Nagaland State Transport Drivers' Training Institute Virazouma (7th Mile), Dimapur, Nagaland

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NEW DELHI, August 7 (REutERs): India will impose an import duty of 10 percent on wheat until March 31 next year, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said on Friday, reinstating tariffs after a gap of eight years following big overseas purchases in recent months. Reuters reported last week that a decision had been taken after officials from the ministries of farm, food, trade and finance met to discuss ways to curb imports at a time when domestic stocks are ample thanks to seven years of bumper harvests aided by government subsidies. In June private firms signed deals to import 500,000 tonnes of premium Australian wheat, the biggest such purchases in more than a decade, which led to criticism Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government was letting farmers down. Some flour millers in India’s port cities contracted to buy the wheat after rain and

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Govt mulls doubling aluminium import duty NEW DELHI, August 7 (REutERs): The Government is examining a request to double the import duty on aluminium to 10 per cent, the Union Commerce and Industry Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, said on Friday, after companies such as Vedanta Ltd warned of job cuts due to

low world prices and rising supplies from overseas. The Trade Ministry has forwarded a request from the Aluminium Association of India to the revenue department for necessary action, Nirmala Sitharaman told Parliament in a written reply. The department had

rejected similar requests earlier, she said. India’s per-capita consumption of aluminium, used in everything from aeroplanes to lemon squeezers, is about 2.2 kg compared with 25 kg in China. But demand is growing at an annual rate of about 11 per cent

against global growth of 6 per cent. About 1.5 million of the country’s annual aluminium demand of 3.5 million tonnes is met through imports from China and West Asia. Imports rose 4 per cent to 390,000 tonnes in the April-June quarter from a year ago.

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A farmer eats an ice-cream as he waits to procure his wheat crop at a wholesale grain market in Chandigarh April 26, 2014. (Reuters File Photo)

hailstorms earlier this year damaged crops, especially high-protein varieties used to make pasta and pizzas. The duty increase, announced on the website of the upper house of parliament (bit.ly/1M9JpCd), could rule out the import of another 500,000 tonnes that had been expected earlier.

A trader in New Delhi said the government may have been forced to move quickly due to fears that some of the 52,500 tonnes of French wheat rejected by Bangladesh over quality concerns could find its way into India. The trader, who did not want to be named, said at

least one of the rejected cargoes was heading towards Tuticorin port in southern India. “The government didn’t want any rejected cargo to come to India because it would have prompted trading companies to divert the rest of their rejected vessels to Indian shores,” he said.

MuMBAI, August 7 (AgENcIEs): Vodafone India, the country’s second largest mobile operator by revenue as well as subscribers, will launch 4G services by the end of the year, the company’s business head for Mumbai circle Ishmeet Singh said on Thursday. Vodafone India expects its data to contribute to over 35% of service revenue by the next fiscal from its Mumbai circle from the current 30%. Mumbai has the highest data Arpu customers. During April-June, Vodafone’s data revenue as a percentage of mobile revenue stood at around 19%. During the February spectrum auctions, Vodafone won about 5 MHz spectrum in the 1,800 MHz band in five circles —Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Karnataka and Kerala. The company is currently conducting trials of

its 4G services in these circles. The company, which has over 4.8 million data users of its overall 8 million customers in Mumbai, has added 1200 sites (250 2G sites and 950 3G sites) in the circle during the past year. It is also rolling out promotional features, pertaining to data, to attract subscribers. The latest being a double data offer for its prepaid subscribers, which allows users to get double data at the same price. “We have invested over Rs 1,000 crore between April 2014 and March 2015 to strengthen and expand network and retail presence in Mumbai. We will continue to invest on strengthening offerings to remain the first choice of telecom services in the circle,” Singh said. The company is also strengthening its network infrastructure in the circle, where almost all mobile

telecom subscribers suffer from call drops, connectivity issues, and a host of other network problems. Vodafone’s move towards larger focus on its data services comes at a time when the telecom industry is seeing a drop in voice realization rate on the heels of high data growth. The introduction of 4G services is further expected to rise demand for high speed data. “Over the last few quarters both the number of data users as well as the consumption of data per user has risen significantly,” said Singh. He, however, agreed that telcos will eventually have to pass down costs to customers to re coup the huge amount of money they paid for spectrum purchases. “We will look at it (increasing data prices and headline tariff) if the competition looks at it,” Singh added.

Google, Samsung to issue monthly Government to allow Aadhaar Asian gold demand picks Android phone security fixes enrolments of NRIs, PIOs, OICs up, but buyers in no rush LAs VEgAs, August 7 (REutERs): Google Inc and Samsung Electronics Co will release monthly security fixes for Android phones, a growing target for hackers, after the disclosure of a bug designed to attack the world’s most popular mobile operating system. The change came after security researcher Joshua Drake unveiled what he called Stagefright, hacking software that allows attackers to send a special multimedia message to an Android phone and access sensitive content even if the message is unopened. “We’ve realized we need to move faster,” Android security chief Adrian Ludwig said at this week’s annual Black Hat security conference in Las Vegas. Previously, Google would develop a patch and distribute it to its own Nexus phones after the discovery of security flaws. But other manufacturers would wait until they wanted to update the software for different reasons before pushing out a fix, exposing most of the

more than 1 billion Android users to potential hacks and scams until the fix. Ludwig also said Google has made other security changes. In an interview, he told Reuters that earlier this year the team broke out incidence rates of malicious software by language. The rate of Russian-language Androids with potentially harmful programs had spiked suddenly to about 9% in late 2014, he said. Google made its roughly weekly security scans of Russian phones more frequent and was able to reduce the problems to close to the global norm. Ludwig said improvements to recent versions of Android would limit an attack’s effectiveness in more than nine out of 10 phones, but Drake said an attacker could keep trying until the gambit worked. Drake said he would release code for the attack by Aug. 24, putting pressure on manufacturers to get their patches out before then. Nexus phones are being updated with protection this

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NEW DELHI, August 7 (PtI): Government has decided that Aadhaar enrolment of Non-Resident Indians, Persons of Indian Origin and Overseas Citizen of India should be eventually allowed to help them authenticate their identity digitally, Parliament was informed today. “The government has decided that a longer term goal should be to expand Aadhaar enrolment activities in order to ensure that all persons on the Indian soil (Resident Indian, NRIs, OCI/PIO and visa holding visitors) shall be empowered with a unique identity/ identifier that can authenticated on a digital platform any time anywhere,” Planning Minister Rao Inderjit Singh said in written reply to Lok Sabha. At present, all residents including Indian national and foreigners with valid visas can be enrolled and provided Aadhaar number by the UIDAI. Under the Aadhaar project, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is providing a unique identity numbers to residents, which can be digitally verified using the database. As per the official sources, UIDAI is working on the policy for Aadhaar enrolment of NRIs, PIOs and OICs after receiving a direction from the government on the issue. However the minister said in its reply that no timeframe has been formulated at this stage for achieving the goal. The Aadhaar number helps in availing various services and benefits provided by the government. It is a valid know your customers (KYC) document for various services including banking, telecom, cooking gas subsidy, vehicle registration driving licence, government scholarships, pension and public distribution system. The UIDAI was set up in January 2009 to issue Aadhaar numbers. It has generated 89.43 Aadhaar numbers so far as per the information provided on UIDAI’s website.

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week and the vast majority of major Android handset makers are following suit, Ludwig said. Samsung Vice President Rick Segal acknowledged that his company could not force the telecommunications carriers that buy its devices in bulk to install the fixes and that some might do so only for higher-end users. “If it’s your business customers, you’ll push it,” Segal said in an interview. Samsung is the largest maker of Android phones. Ludwig said many Android security scares were overblown. He added that only about one in 200 Android phones Google can peer into have any potentially harmful applications installed at any point. Drake noted that those figures exclude some products, including Fire products from Amazon, which use Android. As with Apple’s iPhones, the biggest security risk comes with apps that are not downloaded from the official online stores of the two companies.

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LOCAL

The Morung Express

RALH resents withdrawal of IRB from DAB area DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): Ralan Area Lotha Hoho (RALH) has expressed resentment against the State government for withdrawing the IRB personnels stationed along the Disturb Area Belt (DAB) in Ralan area. The decision to this was arrived at during a recent meeting of Assam and Nagaland DGPs in Guwahati where it resolved to withdraw some

of its forces from the DAB, a press release from the RALH stated. Accordingly, in total compliance with the decision, Nagaland government had withdrawn one (1) out of the two (2) IRB Company posted in the border area, it informed. However, RALH alleged that even though Assam government had withdrawn three AAP camp

stationed in the interior DAB, it had only reinforced them in the remaining nine (9) camps stationed near Lotha villages along the border. In this connection, RALH reminded the State government of the 1979 agreement and its subsequent fall out when Nagaland government willingly withdrew all forces from the DAB areas

where as Assam government failed to abide by the agreement. “This opened door of oppurtunity for the Assam government to push in tens of thousands of illegal immigrants and thousands of people of questionable origin in the DAB under Ralan area,” RALH pointed out. While warning the Nagaland government never to commit such blunder

again, RALH has demanded that if State forces are to be withdrawn, then both the States should withdraw its forces completely/totally from the DAB. It has, therefore, strongly appealed the Nagaland government to set up equal number of Nagaland police post adjacent to AAP post/ camp if Assam government is not willing to withdraw its forces.

DC Phek hails World War-II veterans SCERT informs heads of schools PHEK, AUGUST 7 (DIPR): Deputy Commissioner Phek, MuruhoChotso in a press release stated that a World War-II veteran, Hav. SovehuNienu of Phek Village is now 99 years old but till today he is physically fine. He dared to join in the Army as a Sepoy in 1st Bn, Assam Regiment in 1941 at the prime age of 25 years who valiantly fought against the Japanese Force in many battles. In the first battle he fought with the

Japanese at Jessami and sustained bullet injury at his forehead and in the chest. After the Jessami battle, he was taken to Regiment HQ Shillong where he took medical treatment for two weeks. Then, he and his group were sent to pursue the Japanese force on their retreat to Manipur and Burma upto Rangoon, He got as much as 6 (six) medals of Bravery Award and was promoted to the rank of Havildar. He retired in 1950 after marriage.

H a v. S o v e h u N i e n u now seems to be the oldest survivor of World WarII veteran and another Comrade named Sepoy Thikhu of Phusachodu is the second oldest survivor of WW-II. Sepoy Thikhu oined the Army as in April, 1944 after the battle started at Kohima. After a few months training at Regiment HQ,.Shillong, he and his comrades fought several battles with the Japanese in Burma upto Rangoon.

Metumneo celebrations today DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Western Yimchungru Students' Union (WYSU) will be celebrating 'Metumneo' festival on August 8, 10:00 am at the Old Showuba village council ground. The WYSU has requested the Yimchungru Tribal coun-

cil, Western Yimchungru Hoho, Yimchunger Akheru Arihako and all Yimchungru students' unions under Dimapur district to attend the program. For more information one may contact 8729931462, 9089298327. Meanwhile the Yimchungrii Union

Kohima is also celebrating Metumneo 2015 on August 8 in Kohima at the official residence of parliamentary secretary for economics & statistics and municipal affairs R. Tohanba. The function will start from 10:00 AM onwards.

KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Nagaland State Council of Education and Research (SCERT) today informed all heads of schools to compulsorily nominate one child studying in class 6 to 8 and another child from class 9-10 for the Innovation in Science and perused for Inspired research (INSPIRE) award scheme. A press note from the SCERT informed that the award scheme is for both government and private schools. Once the two children are nominated, the Ministry of Science and Technology, Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi will send Rs.5000/- each in their account for a science exhibition and project competition. The DEO office will announce the date of the competition. The last date of nomination is August 14, 2015.

For registration, SCERT informed the concerned school authority to log on to www.inspireawards-dst. gov.in and click on school authority and proceed to online registration. Step two involves logging into the website by using the id and password provided during registration and nominate the children for the INSPIRE awards with the bank accounts of the children. The SCERT further informed that since the RMSA interview was in progress in SCERT on August 5, training on EMIAS was disrupted. Hence reorientation programme for the INSPIRE programme will be given on August 10 at 11:30 AM. For queries on this, the school authority may contact the State Nodal Officer at 9436000597. The respective District Nodal Officers can be contacted for further information.

District level awareness Take all sections into confidence, says camp held at Dimapur NLA Speaker on Framework Agreement DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (DIPR): A district level awareness camp for control of economic important diseases under ASCAD was held on August 7 at CVO conference hall, Dimapur. The topic of the day was management and control of economic diseases in poultry and bovine and management of economic diseases in swine and small animals. The resource persons were DCDO Dimapur, Dr. Imo; DDDO Dimapur, Dr. Llang; Dr. Shipatu and F/M, state Rabbit Rearing Center, Jharnapani, Dr. I Naro. CVO, Dr. Temsumeren, while giving his keynote address, said that the Govern-

ment of India has given this platform to come together to share problems and difficulties. He called upon the farmers to take advantage of it and share what difficulties they face so that the experts can give them solutions. He called upon the farmers to learn through the camp and implement the training in their farming. Earlier, the program was invoked by Deputy Director, Dr Inato Zhimo. Vote of thanks was delivered by Vice Principal, VFATI Medziphema, Dr Nzanthung. The program was chaired by CDIO, DILC, Dimapur Dr Mudozo Sahire.

KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Speaker of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA), Chotisuh Sazo while appreciating the efforts of the Centre and the NSCN (IM) to usher in peace, has however urged the negotiating parties to take all sections of the people into confidence “so as to avoid dissensions in the future.” A press note from the NLA Speaker reminded that the Naga political movement is a peoples’ based movement asserting the rights and identity of the Nagas to live as people. “The unambiguous position taken by our fore-

fathers to leave us alone as and when the white men leaves through the memorandum submitted in 1929 to the Simon Commission, Declaration of Naga Independence on 14th August 1947 and reaffirmation of the peoples desire to live as a people through 1951 plebiscite are testimonies of the collective will of the people,” the Speaker said. He further recalled the several agreements reached with the Government of India such as the 9 points agreement of 1947, 16 points agreement of 1960, Shillong accord 1975, and the ceasefire

agreements in 1964, 1997 and 2001. Each of these agreements were necessitated upon its own course of time and has benefitted our people but fell short of Naga peoples aspiration, he said. Asserting that Nagas have been been yearning for permanent political solution over the years and appreciating the Prime Minister’s decision to resolve the Naga political issue which resulted in signing of the Peace Accord, the NLA Speaker affirmed that any solution “should be honorable whereby durable peace shall reign in our land.”

Two held Nagaland BJP launches PMSBY for women’s welfare AUGUST the first 5000 (Five Thou- bank. For those women August 15 and 30 positivewith Ganja DIMAPUR, 7 (MExN): The Nagaland sand) women applicants without bank accounts, ly. The state office bearKOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): Kohima Police on August 6 while conducting routine checking and frisking, intercepted one Maruti Van and recovered 150 kgs of contraband ganja at around 9:30am in Peducha check gate. A press release from Dimapur Police informed that two persons identified as Sikandar Indwar (21) and Y Velie (20) were arrested for possession and transportation of the banned contraband. In this connection, a regular case has been registered against them for conducting further investigation.

state BJP unit in its meeting held on August 7, decided to launch the Accidental relief Scheme of Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) with a special focus on women’s welfare. This scheme insures the applicants with accident relief of upto Rupees two lakhs for an annual premium of only Rs 12, informed a press note from the state BJP. While this scheme is applicable for any citizens between the ages of 18 to 70 years, the state BJP in its special initiative has decided to sponsor the premium amount of Rs. 12 of

from the party mahilas and the most needy women citizens of the state mainly from the rural regions for the first year ending May 31, 2016. For purposes of the above, all the BJP district Presidents have been instructed to collect the appropriate PMSBY forms from the respective nodal bank branches of every district, located in every district headquarters, notably the State Bank of India and assist the women in their respective districts possessing bank accounts in submitting the forms in the

they may be assisted to open a new bank account and accordingly submit their PMSBY application forms. The BJP district Presidents have also been informed to collect the names, address and phone numbers of the women PMSBY applicants and submit the list to the state BJP Treasurer, Bimal Sethi for remittance of the premium amount of Rs. 12 each to the applicants’ respective bank accounts accordingly. The District Presidents are expected to complete these formalities between

ers assigned to coordinate with the district presidents on this matter are Dr M Chuba, State BJP President – Mokokchung; Jaangsillung Gonmei, Dimapur and Peren; Yanghose, Tuensang; Sanuo Ngullie, Kohima and Wokha; Lachit Khersa, Phek; and Makuran, Mon and Zunheboto. Avi Zeliang, Vice President, State BJP has been given the charge to monitor the programme’s success. Every party worker has been requested to cooperate and make this initiative a success for the welfare of the women of the state.

Sazolie College hosts talk by noted field biologist KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): Sazolie College on August 7 hosted a talk by Dr. Rachunliu Gaiduwan Kamei, field Biologist and Herpetologist working on the amphibians and reptiles of North-East India. Dr Kamei did her Ph.D on the caecilians of North-East India and is currently a MarieCurie Fellow (post-doctoral research) at the Natural History Museum, London and is being funded by the Rufford Foundation. Caecilians are legless, soil-dwelling, snake like amphibians. They are the world’s least studied and most poorly known vertebrate group. From among her many achievements, Dr. Kamei along with her

Dr Kamei speaking at Sazolie College on August 7.

colleagues discovered and named one new family and two new genera of amphibians. They named nine new species of frogs and caecilians. The National Geo-

graphic Society selected the discovery of the caecilians family Chikilidae as 3rd in Top 10 Scientific Discoveries of 2012. Based on her research

work for the last nine years, at present she is speaking and interacting with students in few selected institutions across the state. Her community education programme “Conservation Education and Awareness Raising” involves raising awareness in about NorthEast India’s remarkable biological diversity, the threats that biodiversity in the NE faces, why it is important to safeguard them, and how each individual can contribute to conservation. Dr Kamei has spoken to various sections of the society across the NorthEast – from the non-literate farming communities in villages to the educated sections including schools,

colleges, research institutions, forest departments and world experts on the subject. Dr. Kamei is a caecilian – dedicated soil-digging surveyor which is the world’s most extensive caecilian-dedicated survey ever attempted and a pioneer to scientifically document North-East India’s caecilian fauna. Her research has helped highlight the importance of North-East India to the international audience and to put North-East India in the global amphibians map in a significant way. The programme was chaired and moderated by T. Robinson, Assistant Professor, Department of History.

Saturday 8 August 2015

Dimapur

MEx FILE

ASU convenes emergency Khiamniungans senior consultative meet celebrate Biam festival KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Angami Students' Union (ASU) will be convening an emergency senior consultative meeting at ASU office on August 8 at 5:00pm. A press note issued by Dievi Yano President has requested all concerned to attend the meeting positively

DC Phek laments poor BSNL network PHEK, AUGUST 7 (DIPR): Deputy Commissioner Phek, Muruho Chotso in a press release stated that the network of BSNL for communication of the law & order related situations, serious disaster related situation and other urgent matters to the government or to the outposts or villages is a top priority. However, the network of BSNL is always not available or very irregular, the DC said. The DC alleged that the department is intentionally neglecting the maintenance which is affecting urgent government business. He further reminded BSNL that the nonmaintenance of the lines and failing network is willful negligence to essential services and willful negligence to public duty.

DDCF shocked at nature of August 2 murder DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Dimapur District Citizens Forum (DDCF), while lauding Dimapur Police for arresting the culprits involved in the killing of one Ashish Saha at Saam Bazar, Lhomithi colony, Dimapur, has expressed shock to learn about the “involvement of the victims' immediate family members(wife and children).” Condemning the incident and the culprits involved in the crime, the DDCF urged for “excommunication to such person(s) by the community to which they belong.” The DDCF further appreciate the “swift action of the GPRN/ NSCN in terminating Akato Chishi, who was a major, from their organization.” This action of the GPRN/NSCN will surely help in the investigation process. This action of the NSCN/GPRN should be an example to all other NPGs not to shield any criminals in their fold, the DDCF stated.

DIC & NKIVB informs KIPHIRE,AUGUST 7 (MExN): The General Manager of District Industries Centre Kiphire Nagaland has informed that the selection interview for PMEGP beneficiaries shall be conducted by District Task Force Committee onAugust 18, 9:30 am at DC’s Conference hall Kiphire. All eligible applicants/candidates are inform to appear for the interview along with their original documents without fail. No separate calling letter shall be issued to the individuals.

IGNOU convocation today

KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Khiamniungan community of Kohima under the aegis of Khiamniungan Union Kohima (KUK) today celebrated Biam Festival cum general session with much pomp and traditional gaiety at State Academy Hall. Minister for health & family welfare P. Longon graced the festival and exhorted the gathering. Biam festival is a ceremonial feast conducted to dedicate the storage bin made of shredded bamboo call ‘Am Tsang’ before harvesting millets seeking divine blessing from the Almighty for abundant harvest. Earlier, B. Ngon, former president, KUK talked on the significance of Biam Festival.

FGN informs DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) today informed that the Naga National Council (NNC) and the FGN will celebrate the 69th Nagaland Independence Day on August 14 at 10:00am at Chedema Peace Camp. A press note from Captain Yirei Lungleng, Kilonser, Rali Wali, FGN, invited all to participate “on the occasion of the historic day of our nation.”

KSH resolves to drive out anti social elements KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Kohima Sumi Hoho (KSH) today informed that it has resolved to “put all its effort to drive out anti-social elements in Kohima Town with the help of respective colonies representatives.” The KSH appreciated the law enforcing agencies of Kohima for arresting four (4) persons where three persons said to be from the Sumi community were involved in kidnapping of construction workers on august 4 from Kohima town. This incident, the KSH stated through a press note, has “brought shame to the community as a whole.” The Hoho further clarified that the “main accused Kivika Yeptho alias Yekuto, 24 years is the son Jibon Singh of Manipur alias Tokiho Yeptho temporarily settled in Akuluto Town, who is also a habitual defector from one faction to another faction and was arrested in 2012 in Kohima.”

New electric bill counter in Kohima KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Department of Power (Electrical division) has informed the public that an additional counter for paying electricity bills have been opened at ICIC banks near Razhü and near IOC Petrol Pump Mohonkhola, Kohima. A press note issued by Er. Rukongutuo Suohu, Executive Engineer, Electrical Division stated that the latest the electricity bills can be paid in the mentioned counters starting from August. The already existing extension revenue collection counters are Cooperative Bank, PR Hill, Cooperative Bank, Main Town, Cooperative Bank, High School Junction, SBI Civil SEctt. Complex and HDFC Bank, Razhü point.

KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The 28th Convocation of IGNOU is being organized on August 8 at the Headquarters of IGNOU and its Regional Centres spread all over the country. A press note informed that Regional Centre Kohima will be organizing the Convocation at Modern College, Kohima through Teleconference mode at 2:00pm. Dr Norbert Noraho, Di- NSCN (IM) UT 1 rector, Higher Education, Nagaland, will recovers 2 bikes be the guest of honor and deliver the convocation address. 636 students from Ko- DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The hima Regional Centre are eligible for this NSCN (IM) UT 1 has recovered two Pul28th Convocation. sar bikes – one 180CC red Pulsar bearing engine number: DJZCDG13493 and chassis number: MD2A12DZ200639875; Home Minister bats and another 135CC red Pulsar bearing enfor a secure Dimapur gine number: JEGBTA92G28 and chassis KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): Naga- number: MD2JDJDZZTCA92029. A press land state Home Minister Y Patton, while note from the Secretary UT 1 of the NSCN lauding the Dimapur Police for taking into (IM) has informed the owners of the bikes custody the alleged killer of Ashis Saha, a to claim them by producing all relevant garment trader in Dimapur has asked the original documents within five days from police to continuously discharge their the publication of this information. For bounden duties to see that the citizens more information contact CAO Office at enjoy peaceful and secure lives in and 9856087492. around the State’s fastest growing commercial hub, Dimapur. Patton, in a press Pattadar’s meeting for note, also reminded the citizens of Dimapur City that the Government has been Sewak Block 9 and 10 today continuously working with concerted ef- DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The forts to see that the criminals “do not rule SEWAK Pattadar’s union block 9 and 10 the roost in and around, Dimapur.” To- Dimapur have called for a meeting on Auwards this objective, he also called upon gust 8 at 10:00am at Hotel Saramati, Naga the citizens to extend their cooperation in Shopping Arcade. A press note informed making Dimapur free from violence. the concerned pattadar’s a majority of the registered members have not paid their KCCI asks traders to second contribution till date, and as such they have been requested to bring their undertake social work contribution as per area of land they hold. KOHIMA, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Failing this, the note cautioned that their Kohima Chambers of Commerce and names will not be included in the final list Industry (KCCI) has requested all trade which is to be submitted to the High Powunions and traders to undertake a mass ered Committee, government of Nagaland social work on August 8 from 7:00am to by August 15. 9:00am in view of the upcoming Independence Day celebrations.

KGPO resolves to stop illegal taxation DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Kuhuboto Ghakhu Public Organisation (KGPO) held a meeting with all GB's, council chairmen and the frontal organisation on August 4 at KGPO Hall, Kuhuboto town and resolved to stop all forms of illegal taxation within Kuhuboto area jurisdiction with immediate effect. The house has also urged all Naga political groups to approach the concerned village council under Kuhuboto area jurisdiction for any sort of taxation with immediate effect. It further asked all concerned village councils under Kuhuboto area jurisdiction for immediate compliance to this resolution.

NNC emergency meeting on August 10

DIMAPUR, AUGUST 7 (MExN): The Naga National Council (NNC) has convened an emergency meeting on August 10. A press note from the NNC information and publicity wing informed all the central executive council members, senior members, women federation officials and all officials, regional council to compulsorily attend the emergency meeting “as political necessity arise for serious deliberation of situation for the Naga Nation.” It further directed that all the central officials including advisors, executive members and regional officials are to stay in Council Head Quarters “as long as situation demand therefore all concerned officials are to be prepared without fail.”

People, life, etc... Saturday | 8 auguSt, 2015

Bob Dylan and America’s 70-Year Nuclear Nightmare Rev. John Dear Commondreams

few years ago, Bob Dylan gave a powerful interview to Rolling Stone. The editor asked about his recent music, but also about our political predicament and how we got into this global mess. Dylan seemed a bit cantankerous—forgive me, Bob!—and kept hemming and hawing. “What gets in your blood?” the editor asked. “The whole culture,” Dylan answered. What do you mean? What are you saying? the editor asked. He kept pushing Dylan to explain where rock and roll came from. Finally, when push came to shove, Bob Dylan gave the definitive answer. Hiroshima. “The atom bomb fueled the entire world that came after it,” Dylan said. “[The U.S. atomic bombing of Hiroshima],” he continued, “showed that indiscriminate killing and indiscriminate homicide on a mass level was possible, whereas if you look at warfare up until that point, you had to see somebody to shoot them or maim them, you had to look at them. You don’t have to do that anymore.” “The atom bomb fueled all aspects of society [after that],” he said. “I know it gave rise to the music we were playing. If you look at all these early performers, they were atom-bomb-fueled. Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Gene Vincent, Eddie Cochran…” So in your recent music, the editor asked, you’re still dealing with the cultural effects of the bomb? “I think so,” Dylan responded. [Rolling Stone/ May 3-17, 2007] In other words, everything changed with Hiroshima. That’s what Bob Dylan reminds us. It takes a great artist to state the obvious, to show us the truth about ourselves. We vaporized hundreds of thousands of people at Hiroshima and Nagasaki, he says, then we ignored it or denied what we did, so we went numb and then people like Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard, Chuck Berry and Elvis starting screaming and then everyone started screaming, and now we’re all screaming and numb and insane. We never dealt with what we did, and so we remain numb or

we scream or we’re violent of reality. There’s nothing we and give in to our collec- can do about it, we’re told. We brutally killed tive insanity. 200,000 people at HiroshiEverything has hap- ma and Nagasaki and then pened because of what we eagerly started the nuclear arms race. At one point, we did at Hiroshima. had 70,000 nuclear weapThe Need to Abolish ons; today we have some 16,000 nuclear weapons on Nuclear Weapons I thought Bob Dylan’s alert to vaporize millions. statement was profound. Since Hiroshima, the world We’ve always had war, and has spent over seven trilall kinds of related evils, lion dollars building nuclebut with Hiroshima, we ar weapons. Two years ago, crossed the line with this the U.S. Congress voted new demonic power and and quietly approved a bill insane preparation to de- to spend $1 trillion over the stroy the entire planet. next 30 years to upgrade We said to God, “What it our nuclear arsenal. So took you 15 billion years we’re building state of the to make, we can destroy in art nuclear uranium plants 15 minutes.” And we have in Kansas City and Oak Ridge, upgrading our Trinever dealt with this. We as a people have dent subs and Livermore never talked about how Labs, and at Los Alamos, we vaporized hundreds of the birthplace of the bomb, thousands of human be- we’re dead set on building ings in Hiroshima and Na- the best ever state of the art gasaki. So we are numb, or plutonium bomb factory. Everything today finds we scream, or we’re mindless with our collectively its roots in Hiroshima, insanity, and we go on which means the whole planning to vaporize more world of suffering and people. Given that funda- violence is connected to mental reality, it seems Los Alamos---from Ausquite normal that we are chwitz to Vietnam to Iraq mean, racist, and crazy, to Afghanistan to Haiti to that we shoot one another, ISIS to Al Qeada to Fergulet people starve, and run son, to Sandy Hook and to off to join the U.S. military. Charleston, South CaroliThe 70th anniversary na. It’s all connected. Remember what of the U.S. atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki Mahatma Gandhi said invites us to reflect anew 70years ago shortly after on our global predicament the U.S. atomic bombing and what we can do to cre- of Hiroshima: We have ate a new disarmed world seen the physical effects of peace. Most people on of the atomic bomb on the the planet have never lived Japanese people, but it is in a world without nuclear too early to see the spiriweapons. We’re all used to tual effects on the people them now. They’re in our who made and used the DNA. They’re part of life, bomb, the Americans. That’s what we are livpart of the landscape, part

ing through today--the dire spiritual consequences of vaporizing hundreds of thousands of people at Hiroshima and Nagasaki; as well as building tens of thousands of nuclear weapons since then, and continuing time and time again to threaten to use them. Here in New Mexico where I live, Los Alamos is a given. We’re told it provides jobs, that it protects the nation, that it is a source of pride. I live way off the grid, on a mesa that looks out over many miles. In the distance I can see Los Alamos. For the last twelve years, I’ve organized peace vigils there to mark the annual Hiroshima anniversary and call for the abolition of nuclear weapons. Los Alamos is a beautiful city, high above the most stunning red and orange cliffs and canyons, and the richest county in the U.S., but don’t be fooled: its sole purpose is to prepare to vaporize millions of people. The Need to Close Los Alamos, the Birthplace of the Bomb Los Alamos sits above the second poorest county in the U.S. and is located in one of the poorest states in the country. The land was originally stolen from the indigenous peoples. Its radioactive waste was routinely dumped into the canyons below, poisoning the water, the land, animals and the indigenous people. The Los Alamos Labs spend two billion tax dollars annually for the sole purpose of preparing to kill millions of

people. That’s why I call Los Alamos—“the world’s greatest terrorist training camp.” We look away from this evil because we are taught to. The Labs pay a huge amount for its PR firm which brainwashes the people of New Mexico into thinking that the labs help New Mexico. Likewise, the U.S. government brainwashes us all to believe the theory of nuclear deterrence to justify billions of dollars--a trillion dollars!-for weapons of mass destruction, for preparations for global genocide. It’s all one big lie. These weapons are the ultimate evil. They do not make us safe, they do not protect the earth, they do not promote the common good or insure our health or create global peace. They only serve the one percent, so they need to be abolished. Now. What we need are people who are not afraid to wake up, to be aware, to be mindful, to be nonviolent, to be alert to what has happened and what continues to happen. We don’t need to scream like Jerry Lee Lewis or Little Richard, or to remain in mindlessness or despair or psychic numbing or become violent or give in to collective insanity. We need to practice peace, mindfulness and nonviolence, and to pursue together a new world without nuclear weapons. On August 6th, hundreds of us will drive up the mountain of Los Alamos to vigil for peace and sit in quiet meditation in an effort to grieve over our collective insanity, show

universal love and compassion for all humanity, call for nuclear disarmament, and build up the global grassroots movement of nonviolence. We need to take up Gandhi and King’s vision of nonviolence, and plumb the depths of nonviolence as the only antidote to our global predicament. Nonviolence means seeing every living human being as a sister or brother and pursuing active love for everyone as well as non-cooperating with the culture of violence. It is a way of life, a spiritual practice, but also a methodology of social change. It renounces violence and works aggressively for justice and the coming of a new world of peace. And it has a bottom line truth: there is no cause, however noble, for which we will ever again support the taking of a single human life. No cause whatsoever. We refuse to kill, or to support the killing of anyone. Sorry, but the days of killing and nuclear weapons are coming to an end. So at Los Alamos, actually, we are preparing for a new world without nuclear weapons. We will claim our fundamental dignity as peaceful human beings, and in the process, show the world what people look like who have the dignity not to be possessed by nuclear weapons. When we sit in at Los Alamos, we stand up for nuclear disarmament, which means we dare explore the spiritual depths of inner disarmament. We’re trying to become people worthy

of a world free of nuclear weapons. That’s what the spiritual life of nonviolence calls us to. Every one of us has to pursue this new life of nonviolence, including the inner journey of disarmament. As we go to Los Alamos, we remember that social change only comes about historically through bottom up grassroots movements, such as the Abolitionists, the Suffragists, the Civil Rights movement and the antiVietnam war movement. What we need now is a whole new kind of global grassroots movement of nonviolence that works for the abolition of war itself, as well as poverty, nuclear weapons, environmental destruction, and every form of violence, for the coming of a new culture of peace and nonviolence. This grassroots movement, this new world of nonviolence, is totally achievable if everyone joins in and does their part. We need literally billions of people to join this global movement of nonviolence, and to keep at the practice of peace. That means we all need to talk about nuclear weapons and the need to abolish them; to study and teach nonviolence; to connect the dots between the issues of violence (from poverty and racism to war and environmental destruction); and to support the global grassroots movement of nonviolence. So as we gather in Los Alamos at the park where the atomic bomb was built long ago, as we process in silence up Trinity Drive toward the entrance of the Labs with our peace signs, as we sit down on the sidewalk in sackcloth and ashes, using the oldest form of political protest from the Hebrew Bible, we publicly “repent of the mortal sin of nuclear weapons and beg the God of peace for gift of nuclear disarmament.” Later, we will gather back at the park for reflections from Rev. Jim Lawson, the great Civil Rights leader, and Roshi Joan Halifax, the great Buddhist leader. On such a day, in such a moment, we dare to name what happened 70 years ago, and commit ourselves to a new world of nonviolence. This weekend, hundreds of us will gather in Santa Fe for the “Campaign Nonviolence National Conference.” Last year, we organized 250 demonstrations across

the US in all fifty states in September; and we’re going to do it again this year, the week of Sept. 20th. We already have 150 demonstrations planned, in all 50 states. We are calling people to take to the streets and march against every variation of violence--from U.S. warmaking, to poverty at home and abroad, to racism, police brutality and mass incarceration, to nuclear weapons and environmental destruction---and for Dr. King’s vision of a new culture of nonviolence. Rev. Jim Lawson will give the opening keynote speech on Friday night. Martin Luther King, Jr. called him “the leading theorist and strategist of nonviolence in the world.” On Saturday, we will hear from the leading voices of nonviolence in the nation-such as the great historian of nonviolence, Professor Erica Chenoweth; Ken Butigan, director of Campaign Nonviolence; Kathy Kelly of Voices for Creative Nonviolence; Medea Benjamin, founder of CODEPINK; Rev. Lennox Yearwood of the HipHop Caucus; Jay Coghlan of Nuclear Watch New Mexico; Marian Naranjo of Honor Our Pueblo Existence from the Santa Clara Pueblo, NM; Beata Tsosie-Pena from Tewa Women United in New Mexico; Dr. James Boyle, formerly of the Los Alamos National Labs; and Sister Joan Brown, an environmental activist and teacher. All the events will be broadcast live on line at www.campaignnonviolence.org. Please join in by watching the speakers! On Sunday, we will go back to Los Alamos and do it all again, to commemorate Nagasaki. This time, we will close with a celebration of peace from the break-dancing teenage boys of Espanola, and hoop dancing girls of the Santa Clara Pueblo. They will send us forth to build the movement. If we dare remember Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and understand its impact as Bob Dylan does, if we speak out for the abolition of nuclear weapons and organize a new global grassroots movement of nonviolence, perhaps we can create a new climate for disarmament and justice, and insure that people are never vaporized again. To do that, we must prove worthy of a new world of peace, and become people of loving nonviolence.

The Age of the Robot Worker Will Be Worse for Men Jerry Kaplan

any economists and technologists believe the world is on the brink of a new industrial revolution, in which advances in the field of artificial intelligence will obsolete human labor at an unforgiving pace. Two Oxford researchers recently analyzed the skills required for more than 700 different occupations to determine how many of them would be susceptible to automation in the near future, and the news was not good: They concluded that machines are likely to take over 47 percent of today’s jobs within a few decades. This is a dire prediction, but one whose consequences will not fall upon society evenly. A close look at the data reveals a surprising pattern: The jobs performed primarily by women are relatively safe, while those typically performed by men are at risk. It should come as no surprise that despite progress on equality in the la-

bor force, many common professions exhibit a high degree of gender bias. For instance, of the 3 million truck drivers in the U.S., more than 95 percent are men; of the nearly 3 million secretaries and administrative assistants, more than 95 percent are women. Autonomous vehicles are a not-too-distant possibility, and when they arrive, those drivers’ jobs will evaporate; officesupport workers suffer no such imminent threat. This pattern holds for many of the most genderbiased occupations. Men hold97 percent of the 2.5 million U.S. construction and carpentry jobs. The Oxford study estimates that these male workers stand more than a 70 percent chance of being replaced by robotic workers. By contrast, women hold 93 percent of the registered nurse positions. Their risk of obsolescence is vanishingly small: .009 percent. What is causing this pattern? The skills exhibited by the coming wave

of intelligent machines are better suited to occupations currently dominated by men. Many of the jobs held by men involve perception and manipulation, often in conjunction with physical exertion, such as swinging a hammer or trimming trees. The latest mobile robots combine advanced-sensory systems with dexterous manipulators to successfully perform these sorts of tasks. Other, more cerebral male-dominated professions aren’t secure either. Many occupations that might appear to require experience and judgment—such as commodity traders—are being outdone by increasingly sophisticated machinelearning programs capable of quickly teasing subtle patterns out of large volumes of data. By contrast, women typically work in more chaotic, unstructured environments, where the ability to read people’s emotions and intentions are critical to success. If your job involves distract-

ing a patient while delivering an injection, guessing whether a crying baby wants a bottle or a diaper change, or expressing sympathy to calm an irate customer, you needn’t worry that a robot will take your job, at least for the foreseeable future. So what will the new machines be good at? For starters, they will be wellsuited to tasks that are easily specified and offer objective criteria for success. These features permit an engineer to codify requirements in a programmatic form and measure the results. It’s easy to understand what a robotic housepainter is supposed to accomplish and to see if the job has been done correctly; it’s harder to assess whether a dementia patient might be more comfortable with a warmer blanket. Computers also excel at tasks that benefit from consistency, attention, and objectivity, such as washing windows, managing the flow of air traffic, or assigning taxi drivers to trip requests.

Another characteristic affecting a job’s security is the breadth of skills it requires. Computers aren’t usually designed to replace workers; they typically automate specific tasks, making a given worker more productive.

But when an automated system can match the entire range of that worker’s talents, his or her services are no longer needed. So the broader and more varied your duties, the harder it will be to replace you. In short, today’s typical

women’s work is what will predominate in future. On a mass scale, this pattern may result in an involuntary shift in the division of labor, with husbands tending to household duties after dropping their wives off at the office. Su-

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perficially, that may sound cheery, but the reality will be much grimmer, as families struggle to make ends meet on one income, and men struggle with the emotional upheaval of no longer having a place in the world of work.

THE MORUNG EXPRESS

8 auguSt, 2015

Eleven books to read in summer that will cool you off real quick

ALEX HEIMBACH

very twisted version of a fireside story.

verybody loves summer. (Well, most people do. My brother hates it.) Whether it’s a reflex from our years of school or just the many awesome things summer brings — epically long days, watermelon and lemonade, outdoor concerts, and more barbeques than you can shake a stick at — general consensus has declared it the best season. Unfortunately, summer also has one major drawback: the soul-crushing, energy-sucking, skin-burning heat. Unless you’re one of those few lucky souls with air conditioning, summer means sweating through your clothes and lying awake at night praying for a breeze. No matter how much you love summer, sometimes you just want a break — that's where summer reading comes in. And yet, summer reading suggestions are almost always “beachy” or “hot” (what does that even mean, honestly?). No one wants to read about attractive people baking on a beach when she’s trying to escape from the dreaded dog days of August. To remedy this problem, I’ve compiled a list of books that will make you feel like you’re somewhere cold, even if it’s really 105 degrees outside. From comic adventures through the coldest places on Earth to investigations into the most frozen of human hearts, each of these 11 books is chilling in its own way. Whether you’re a weird summerhater like my brother or just suffering without air conditioning, they’ll help you cool off, no matter how hot it gets outside.

The Yiddish Policemen's Union By Michael Chabon What if the Jewish state had been created in Alaska instead of the Middle East? This hypothetical provides the basis for Chabon's comic mystery novel, in which a washed up homicide detective must navigate a changing political landscape, Orthodox gangs, and his relationship with his ex-wife/boss in order to solve the murder of his chessprodigy neighbor.

cal), but if you're looking to escape the heat, there's nothing better than exploring the airships, night clubs, and greenhouses of New Venice.

snow covered streets of St. Petersburg, but the truly chilling part of it is the glimpse it offers into its protagonist's twisted mind.

The Left Hand Of Darkness By Ursula K. LeGuin This book is a sci-fi classic for a reason — LeGuin's gorgeous prose conjures a world, and a way of life, totally unlike our own. Set in a world called Winter, where the inhabitants are all androgynous, it also includes a lot of scenes of people almost freezing to death. Definitely better to read this in the summer months.

The Mandala Of Sherlock Holmes By Jamyang Norbu A crackling adventure novel in which Sherlock Holmes teams up with Huree Chunder Mookerjee, the crafty Bengali spy from Rudyard Kipling's Kim, to prevent the assassination of the Dalai Lama, this book will have you planning your own Himalayan expedition.

Where'd You Go, Bernadette? By Maria Semple All Bee wants is to go to Antartica with her mom, the titular Bernadette (a fitting desire for the sweltering summer months). Unfortunately, Bernadette is a bit of a mess, and this very, Aurorarama By Jean-Christophe very funny epistolary novel chronicles Valtat how that plan goes terribly and hilariThe big draw of this novel is its set- ously awry. ting: New Venice, a bustling, utopian metropolis located in the Arctic Circle. Notes From Underground By Fyodor The book's plot is completely bonkers Dostoevsky (occasionally bordering on nonsensiThis slim novel may be set on the

Rain: A Natural And Cultural History By Cynthia Barnett Slightly less icy than some of the other options, Barnett's book explores both the science of rain and our weird cultural relationship with water that falls from the sky. (How did such a vital phenomenon come to be regarded as so gloomy?) There are even plenty of tips on how to summon the rain, if you're really struggling with the heat. Frankenstein By Mary Shelley The Frankenstein monster of popular culture, a shambling green monster with bolts in his head, has so overtaken the novel's tragic, eloquent version that it's easy to forget that the original is actually profoundly terrifying. Also often forgotten is the book's framing narrative, in which Frankenstein tells his tale to a captain searching for the North Pole. The final scene of the creature drifting away on an iceberg will undoubtedly make you shiver.

Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible Voyage By Alfred Lansing The harrowing true story of Ernest Shackleton's failed attempt to cross the Antarctic continent is not for the faint of heart (or anyone with a fear of frostbite). But unlike many similar tales, The Golden Compass By Phillip Pullthis one has a happy ending. man If you somehow missed reading The Burial Rites By Hannah Kent Golden Compass as a teenager, you In January 1830, Agnes Magnúsdót- should remedy this oversight immeditir became the last woman to be exe- ately. Pullman's novel has it all: giant cuted in Iceland. Burial Rites imagines talking polar bears, personified souls, her side of the story, as Agnes awaits and a family so twisted they give the her death at an isolated farm — it's a Lannisters a run for their money.

High on food with Leh cuisine

Warm and flavourful cuisine of Leh at 11,500 feet above sea level.

Divya Chandran

he summer season in Leh, Ladakh is in full swing now with foreign nationals and Indians alike traversing the region to soak in it’s spectacular beauty and experience a journey that is unique and second to none. Whether you are travelling across Ladakh on foot, on a bicycle, on a motorbike, by bus or taxi, there is an element of adventure around every corner and it makes for an excit-

ing holiday. After trekking in the high altitudes for a week we entered Leh hoping to gorge on the warm and delicious momos and Thukpas (Tibetan noodle soup). The streets in the main market area were lined with local women selling fresh greens and vegetables from their gardens to a range of dry fruits, nuts and dried herbs. There is a wide variety of restaurants to choose from and one can be overwhelmed

by trying to pick. the right place for a meal. Wood-fired pizzas, bakeries serving leavened bread in its multiple forms and Tibetan cuisine are the most popular among travellers in Leh. Most restaurants offer a wide range of teas on their menu. Travellers arriving in Leh from lower altitudes are recommended to sip on a lot of tea as it aids in the acclimatisation process. Honey-gingerlemon tea is the most favoured whereas my personal favourite was the peppermint tea. The Open Hand Cafe on Library road is a great place to start your day with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a cup of tea. They have an extensive breakfast menu and also prepare packed lunches for road trips. The staff here is warm and friendly and my friends took a special liking to the outdoor courtyard seating area at this cafe. One must try the traditional Tibetan dishes. Chopsticks Noodle Bar on Fort Road serves good momos, thukpas and tasty Chinese dishes. The Tibetan Kitchen, off Fort Road

What happens when you text and walk Beth Greenwood

Morung Youth Express

Saturday

ou hear a lot about the dangers of texting while driving, but what about texting while walking? A cooperative study from the University of Bath, UK, and Texas A&M University found that people who walked and texted while navigating an obstacle course walked more slowly than when just walking. They also slowed down if distracted with a math problem while walking and texting. Exercise physiologist Conrad P. Earnest, from Texas A&M University, led this study. To study the potential hazards of texting while walking, Dr. Earnest and team set up an obstacle course that included stairs, curbs and similar obstacles. Thirty participants walked over the obstacle course three times. Participants ranged in age from 18 to 50. For the first time through the obstacle course, participants walked at their normal pace. For the second, they navigated the course while texting. For the third and final time, they walked the course while texting and trying to solve a math problem. Both texting while walking and texting while walking and trying to solve a math problem made people slow down, Dr. Earnest and team found. People also took shorter steps when approaching obstacles like stairs. Negotiating stairs took significantly longer when the walkers were trying to solve the math problem. Dr. Earnest and team theorized that people protected themselves when walking and texting by moving more slowly. They also altered their manner of walking (gait) and swerved more when faced with obstacles. These researchers noted that for older people, these gait changes might increase the risk of falls. This study was published in the July issue of the journal PLOS One.

came recommended for authentic Tibetan dishes by our trek guide. We had to wait for half an hour to get a table for dinner when we visited, which in itself speaks volumes of the food served here. Sabagleb (Tibetan bread stuffed with a filling of choice) and Mutton Shepta (mutton stir fired with onion, capsicum and glass noodles) were delicious at the Tibetan Kitchen. The following day, we dined at the Summer Harvest Restaurant, also on Fort road to taste a few more Tibetan delicacies. The traditional Tibetan steamed bread, Tingmo and the Aloo Phing Veg (stir fried vegetables with glass noodles) was a perfect combination. The Kashmiri dishes like Rishta and Goshtaba along with naans are also worth trying here. Almost every street in Leh has a German bakery or two. These bakeries typically sell cookies, croissants, cinnamon rolls, brownies and doughnuts along with coffee and tea. The All-day breakfast Cafe, Yama Cafe and the English Bakery on Changspa road have a re-

laxed vibe and one can spend hours reading a book or planning an itinerary for the rest of the trip. My friends and I picked Bon Appetite Restaurant, off Changspa Road for our celebratory dinner after completing a strenuous trek. It has a scenic setting overlooking the valley and a limited but delectable menu. The salads, pizzas and Khow Suey were memorable and we left the restaurant with full bellies and happy smiles on our faces. No trip is complete for me unless I shop for food souvenirs to bring back home and share them with my family. Ladags Apricot store at Zangsti, Leh, is the perfect destination for that. The shelves are laden with Apricot jams, dried apricots, semi-dried apricots, Himalayan salt, honey, organic herbal teas and dry fruit bars. Yak cheese from one of the bakeries will put a smile on the faces of the young and the old alike at home. As for me, I sip on the herbal tea from Leh and reminisce about my days in Ladakh among the majestic mountains.

Break-ups hurt women more but they recover better than men IANS

omen have more to lose by dating the wrong person but after a break-up, they are the ones who recover more fully than men as time heals the wounds, an interesting study has revealed. As men have evolved to compete for the romantic attention of women, the loss of a high-quality mate for a man may not “hurt” women as much at previously thought, said researchers from New York-based Binghamton University. The man will likely feel the loss deeply and for a very long period of time. "The feeling 'sinks in' that he must 'start competing' all over again to replace what he has lost - or worse still, come to the realisation that the loss is irreplaceable,” explained Craig Morris, research associate at

Binghamton University and lead author on the study. Women, however, experience more emotional pain following a breakup but they also more fully recover. To reach this conclusion, the team from Binghamton University and University College London asked 5,705 participants in 96 countries to rate the emotional and physical pain of a break-up. They found that women tend to be more negatively affected by breakups, reporting higher levels of both physical and emotional pain. While break-ups hit women the hardest emotionally and physically, women tend to recover more fully and come out emotionally stronger. Men, on the other hand, never full recovered -- they simply moved on. According to Morris, the differences boil down to bi-

ology. "It is the 'risk' of higher biological investment that, over evolutionary time, has made women choosier about selecting a high-quality mate. Hence, the loss of a relationship with a high-quality mate 'hurts' more for a woman,” the authors contended. The break-ups are important because most of us will experience an average of 3 by age 30, with at least one affecting us strongly enough that it decreases our quality of life for weeks or months. "People lose jobs, students withdraw from classes, and individuals can initiate extremely self-destructive behaviour patterns following a break-up," he said. With better understanding of this emotional and physical response to a breakup, we can perhaps develop a way to mitigate its effects in already high-risk individuals, the study concluded.

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I Had A Dream S Minsang Kaibah Konyak: Modi-Hey boy,why do Naga wants Independence?? Me- Sir,Nagas are scattered here in there all over South East Asia. We are lost in the jungles.We just want to live together as a family. Modi - Then unite together, come together and live together. Who is stopping you?. Why do you always blame India?? Sir- But, we want separate Naga Nation and Sovereignty outside India. We are not Indian. Even Gandhi said,..... Stop it bhai!! he interrupted.. Modi- Arey Bhai,hosh mein Aao!! Don't you know? Zeliangrong Naga wants separate state. Eastern Naga wants Frontier Nagaland. Manipur Nagas wants alternative arrangement within India Muivah is allergic to Khaplang Khaplang is like a poison for Muivah Khole and Kitovi says Muivah for Manipur Nagas and Khaplang for Myamnar Nagas,they are for Nagaland Nagas. Nagas themselves is running for Indian money NNC says they are the parent of Naga National Movement Some Nagas say "Jai Hind" Some Nagas say "Kuknalim Some Naga hosts Indian Flag Some host Naga Flag There will be a WAR among Nagas. Me-Then give us solution? Modi- Why are you asking solution from me? Do you think your solution is in my damn pocket?? Solution is with the Nagas.Find the solution yourself. Nagas have divided their solution and lost it somewhere by themselves. Part of Naga solution was lost in Eastern Nagaland Part in Southern Nagaland Part in Central Nagaland Part in Myanmar Part in Manipur When you find all these fragments of the lost solution and bring them and unite them as One,Then that's your solution. Right now,there is only confusion and confusion and confusion in my mind not a solution for the Nagas. Not even Pakistan and China has confused me this much. I can't do anything,infact nobody could. For now...live as how you are. There won't be any solution. Everybody is not Rajnikanth.. Me- What if Nagas come together?? Modi- Then that would be the end of the world. (Sometimes,strange dream do happen).

Don’t Order Veg When The People Want Non-Veg Atsung Imchen: It is indeed a pleasant news that a Peace accord has been signed between India and NSCN-IM who like the other many factions we have in our State claim to have the “Mandate of the people”. Currently at this juncture we do not want to see history repeat itself nor do we want to relive the moments of our forefathers. Whatever are the conditions, whatever are the demands without the acknowledgement of the people, the Tribal’s bodies that constitutes our Naga society without involving any of them barging into the table with our counterpart India will be “Shillong Accord” all over again. When the people say solution, it does not just simply mean solution with India but solution both in and out. If NSCN-IM can go to the table with India why the same steps can’t be taken with the other factions back home? Why not figure out a solution with your own brothers first then go out as one? The chances of rejecting whatever demand or conditions that is currently believed to be discussed is very likely by other Factions because they’ve yet to solve the problem back home. If we want absolute solution, Factionalism should end, that is the only way out. Apart from that, talking behind closed doors, without even letting the people know what are the conditions and demands set, how can one say “We’ve the mandate of the people”? When someone or some group says so, it literally means voicing out the “WANT” of the people. Keeping us in the dark and setting demands and conditions without the consent of the people is just not what is expected at this point of time. A wonderful news indeed for all of us that NSCN-IM was abl from Nagaland who didn't want anything to do with Nagas from Burma, manipur, arunachal and assam previously have suddenly started shouting sovereignty and integration! Barth Humtsoe: Ayale... Why so restless... The contents will soon become public since the PM has to table it in the parliament. As far as what I gathered, the recent accord is simply the framework within which the Indo-Naga issue will be resolved...which I believe is a good thing because once its contents becomes public, we will be aware of what is being discussed and how it is to be done. For a change I am with NSCN IM... I may be wrong though... So as of now, I won't comment on whether it is good or bad for Nagas as a family Sangtipong Imchen: It is said there is time for everything under the sun. A time to laugh and a time to mourn. And frankly speaking i, like most of you here, have had times when i didn't agree with the way NSCN (IM) (Or for that matter all the NPGs) did things, but i think this is a time for all Nagas irrespective of territorial boundaries to wait and bestow our trust and confidence in our leaders because this is our moral obligation as a people. This is where it matters. Were we not cursing at NSCN (IM) for not bringing the solution all these years? Now that a formula for the solution has been worked out let's all for this one time give our good will to the leaders and hope that everyone goes home happy but for time being let us not curse at the broth before we know what is in it. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here are the views of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of The Naga Blog.

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Saturday 8 August 2015

The Morung Express

India, Pakistan talks face new hurdles

NEW DELHI, ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 7 (REUTERS): India plans to present Pakistan with a dossier of evidence of its involvement in militant attacks when officials from the two countries meet this month, which could jeopardize the rivals' first attempt in months to restart talks. Interviews with Indian and Pakistani officials show that the nucleararmed neighbours, who have fought three wars since independence in 1947, are approaching the talks between top security officials on Aug. 23-24 in New Delhi with starkly different expectations. While India sees the meeting as an opportunity for it to prove its long-held view that militants get support from over its western border, Pakistan wants the dialogue to be broader and form the basis for deeper engagement. With just days to go, Pakistani officials said they were beginning to think the meeting may be pointless. "There is no point if India is just using these talks to make any more unsubstantiated accusations. We want result-oriented dialogue," said a close aide to Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. "Why have talks when they will only set us further back because India has decided to sabotage the atmosphere and the goodwill?" said the aide, who declined

Story of lost girl sparks rare warmth between nuclear rivals

Pakistan Rangers (R) and Border Security Force personnel take part in the daily flag lowering ceremony at their joint border post of Wagah near Lahore February 10, 2011. (REUTERS File Photo)

to be identified, adding that Pakistan would make a decision soon on whether to attend. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart, Nawaz Sharif, agreed to a new round of peace talks when they met in Russia last month. As part of the rapprochement effort, the two sides agreed that India's national security adviser, Ajit Doval, would hold talks with his Pakistani counterpart, Sartaj Aziz

Since the prime ministers' meeting, however, a series of militant attacks and border skirmishes have poisoned the atmosphere. India blames Pakistan for instigating the attacks. Pakistan says India is accusing it without any evidence and blames India for firing on the border first. Tension tends to increase ahead of attempts at dialogue, with analysts and diplomats on both sides saying the attacks are engineered by hardline

elements within the two countries who oppose rapprochement. In August last year, Modi abruptly cancelled a round of talks in Islamabad after border skirmishes and out of anger that Pakistan's envoy in New Delhi had hosted separatists from the Indian part of disputed Kashmir in preparation for the talks. One senior bureaucrat in Modiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office said India, however, planned to go ahead with the talks, despite its belief that Pakistan

was behind the latest string of attacks. The official said if Pakistan were to call off the talks, then India would take the dispute to international forums "and even get the U.S. involved". Divided Muslim-majority Kashmir is at the heart of their dispute. Pakistan has for decades demanded the implementation of U.N. resolutions calling for a plebiscite by the people of the Himalayan region to decide its fate. India rejects the call.

ISLAMABAD, AUGUST 7 (REUTERS): The story of a deaf-mute woman who lost her family when she wandered over one of the world's most militarised borders as a child has sparked a rare moment of warmth between nuclear rivals India and Pakistan, as diplomats work to help her. Geeta, a slim young Hindu woman now in her early 20s, was around 11 years old when she crossed from India to Pakistan, a mistake that would spark an odyssey to find her family and captivate the public after a hit film with a similar plot was released last month. Her story comes amid frosty relations between the two South Asian powers following a series of militant attacks that India blames on Pakistan. Geeta's plight resonates deeply; the hostilities keep apart many families who were separated when majority-Hindu India and majority-Muslim Pakistan became two different countries in 1947. The neighbours have fought three wars since the partition. Everyone is hoping that Geeta's story, at least, will have a happy ending. Geeta was brought to a home for lost and abandoned children by Pakistani soldiers, say officials at the charitable Edhi Foundation. Geeta, who is illiterate, mimes the explosion of a hand grenade, and shows how she ducked and ran before being caught by armed men. At first, Geeta was kept at a home for abandoned and orphaned children in the eastern city of Lahore, where she was given the Muslim name Fatima, said Faisal Edhi, son of the charity's founder. "She used to pick fights with the other children on a regular basis and the person in charge of the home ... could not control her," he said. So the carers sent Geeta to the charity's headquarters in Karachi, Pakistan's biggest and richest city. "My mother realized that she was a Hindu when she

gestured with both of her hands joined together and touched her feet," he said, describing traditional Indian gestures of greeting. "My mother changed her name to Geeta." Over the years, charity founder Abdul Sattar Edhi, a frail figure with a long white beard, took Geeta to pray at Hindu temples. Charity officials marked Hindu holy days with her and included her in their Muslim celebrations. Geeta would point at maps of India, especially to an area in the south of Jharkhand State. She mimes memories of a childhood home located near fields, cows, a road and a hospital. It was unclear how she came to be near the Pakistani border, on the other side of India, Edhi officials said. "We contacted the Indian High Commission twice in 2011. People from the High Commission visited her in Karachi, took her particulars, but nothing came of it," said Anwar Kazmi, a senior official from the Edhi Foundation. "Now, thanks to a Bollywood blockbuster, there is hope." The movie "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" was released last month. Superstar Salman Khan plays an Indian man who finds a mute Pakistani girl and tries to reunite her with her family. The scriptwriters were unaware of Geeta's story, but the movie generated an avalanche of interest in her case. This week, the Indian ambassador visited her in Karachi. So far, one family says it thinks she may be their young daughter, lost when she was four as they begged at a railway station near the border. The mother and two children are deaf and cannot speak, like Geeta. But Geeta does not recognise their pictures and says they are not her family. Although Edhi officials say she has become part of their home, Geeta says she has not given up hope of seeing her own family again.

Global satellite to be named after Kalam Rajya Sabha fails to transact business again BENGALURU, AUGUST 7 (IANS): A global satellite for earth observation and disaster risk reduction -- GlobalSat for DRR -- proposed under the UN framework is to be dedicated to A.P.J. Abdul Kalam as a tribute to the vision of the celebrated rocket scientist and former Indian president who died July 27. This has been stated by Milind Pimprikar, Chairman of CANEUS (CANada-EUrope-US-ASia) Organization on Space Technologies for Societal Applications headquartered in Montreal, Canada. Founded in 1999, CANEUS serves to develop a common platform for space technology solutions for natural and man-made disaster management. The "GlobalSat for DRR" is a UN-driven global initiative on sharing space technology for disaster risk reduction, Pimprikar told IANS. Launch of this satellite was mooted at the third UN World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction held at Sendai in Japan this March. The concept was initiated by CANEUS in cooperation with UN agencies including the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs, the UN International Strategy for Disaster Reduction, the United Nations Development Programme and the World Bank. The GlobalSat was pro-

posed in response to the need for a globally interconnected disaster and environmental management system since no single country can afford to develop a complete set of sensors and satellite systems needed for forecasting, monitoring and mitigating disasters like floods, drought, typhoons, earthquakes, wild fires, windstorms, or tidal events, Pimprikar said. The UN-led GlobalSat will provide a common platform that will allow sharing of space and data segments, with an ability to serve individual nation's disaster management and development needs. Pimprikar said the goals of UN GlobatSat are the same as those of Kalam. In his "World Space Vision-2050" Kalam had envisaged space faring nations joining hands to find solutions to mankind's major problems such as natural disasters, energy and water scarcity, healthcare education issues and weather prediction. "Therefore we now plan to dedicate the UN GlobalSat initiative as a tribute to Late Dr. Abdul Kalam by renaming it "UN Kalam GlobalSat", Pimprikar said. Pimprikar hoped the renaming will inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and space explorers to foster innovation and entrepreneurship

and pooling of resources to find low-cost solutions to major problems facing mankind. Pimprikar said the recommendations made at the Sendai conference including the proposed GlobalSat will be formally adopted by more than 150 world leaders at the UN Session in New York in September that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is slated to attend. Pimprikar said India, "as a leading space nation in the world, has the unique opportunity to champion and lead the proposed "UN GlobalSat" initiative at the UN Session. "Respecting India's leadership, other nations from across the globe will support it wholeheartedly to seek formal UN endorsement of "UN Kalam GlobalSat", he said. After the formal approval, the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs will work out the details that can be addressed and finalised for implementation at the proposed UN-India Workshop in early 2016, he said. The eventual goal of this satellite, he said, "is to establish a public/private partnership that would create a low-cost, internationally shared data collection and distribution backbone in space with no barriers to entry for participating nations."

NEW DELHI, AUGUST 7 (IANS): The Rajya Sabha failed to transact business for the third consecutive week since the begining of the monsoon session on July 21, as slogan-shouting and disruptions marred its functioning on Friday as well. The upper house was adjourned for the day after heated arguments between opposition Congress and the treasury benches over the stalemate in the house over the Lalit Modi and Vyapam scam issues. The Congress, supported by some other opposition parties, has been demanding the resignations of External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje over their association with the former Indian premier League chairman, while Madhya Pradesh Chief

Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is embroiled in the Vyapam scam controversy. As private members' bills were introduced, Congress leader Anand Sharma stood up and said there can be no discussion. "While the introduction is alright, there cannot be discussion for resumption of business," he said. The Congress leader said many members were not present in the house assuming there will be no business. "...this house has been in a stalemate and the government is unrelenting when it comes to finding a meaningful solution... It is because of the government's stubbornness and arrogance," Sharma said amid the din. "Unless the issues we have raised are addressed, there will be no discussion," he said.

Sharma accused the government of adamancy. Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi accused the opposition of disrupting the proceedings. "The government wants to take the country on the path of development while the Congress is trying to take it towards destruction," Naqvi said. As the din continued, Kurien adjourned the house for the day. Six private member bills were introduced before the adjournment. Earlier, the house was adjourned twice in the pre-lunch sesion. Soon after the house met in the morning, Deputy Chairman P.J. Kurien allowed papers to be laid and then permitted Samajwadi Party leader Naresh Agarwal to speak. He raised the issue of a no-

Ten people killed in Haryana wall collapse CHANDIGARH, AUGUST 7 (IANS): At least 10 people were killed and several others injured on Friday when an under-construction wall of a stone crusher unit collapsed in a village in Haryana's Mahendergarh district, police said. Officials said at least 20 people, injured in the incident, were rushed to hospital in Narnaul, the district headquarter town, 25 km away from the site of the incident. Police said the mishap occured in Dholera village in south-west Haryana, close to the Haryana-Rajasthan border and nearly 400 km from the state capital Chandigarh (over 170 km from Delhi). The district administration began an operation to rescue labourers still buried under the debris. "An under-construction wall collapsed due to heavy rainfall in the area," Narnaul sub-divisional magistrate Mahesh Kumar said. Most victims and injured were labourers from Rajasthan and nearby areas.

An Indian fisherman throws a fishing net into the Gomti River in Lucknow on Friday, August 7. It is considered auspicious to take a dip in the waters of the River Gomti so as to rid away the sins, as per the Hindu mythology. (AP Photo)

Sonia says Sushma doing theatrics, while Rahul alleges 'bribery' NEW DELHI, AUGUST 7 (IANS): The Congress came down heavily on External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Friday, with party president Sonia Gandhi calling her an expert in "theatrics" and vice president Rahul Gandhi demanding to know how much money she got to help Lalit Modi. Sonia Gandhi was reacting to Sushma Swaraj's Thursday comment that she gave no help to the former IPL chief but to his ailing wife. Sushma Swaraj asked: "What would have Sonia Gandhi done had she been in my place?" Sonia Gandhi said: "Sushma Swaraj theatrics me mahir hain (Sushma Swaraj is an expert in doing theatrics)." Rahul Gandhi said his

Government quip on 'theatrics' jibe NEW DELHI, AUGUST 7 (IANS): Sonia Gandhi's "theatrics" jibe at External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Friday evoked a sharp response from three union ministers, with one of them observing that the Congress president can't even deliver a speech without reading from a paper. Sonia Gandhi dubbed Sushma Swaraj's Lok Sabha statement on Thursday on the Lalit Modi controversy as "theatrics", as the minister had wondered what the Congress president would have done in her place. "Sushma-ji's speech is a challenge for the opposition to get proof against her. It's easy for Sonia-ji to give a byte, but it is not easy for her to give a speech without reading it out from a paper," Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani said. "Do they want to say that parliament is a stage? Calling an elected leader's speech theatrics is disrespecting the mandate of the people," the union minister said. Similar views were expressed by Min-

tice given by 30 MPs of the ruling National Democratic Alliance to Chairman M. Hamid Ansari on Thursday, requesting him to take action against Congress parliamentarians for disrupting the proceedings. Agarwal said: "The Congress is opposing the dictatorial attitude of the ruling party and all opposition is with them." "The notice given to the Rajya Sabha chairman is an attempt to pressurise him," he added. The Congress members shouted slogans against the Narendra Modi government. Amid the din, Kurien adjourned the house till noon. When the house reassembled, it again witnessed uproarious scenes. However, Chairman Hamid Ansari tried to conduct question hour but did not succeed.

ister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Rajiv Pratap Rudy, who said: "Those who cannot come to parliament, cannot speak in parliament and will do this outside parliament... For someone who can speak and debate in parliament... this is the difference between Sushma-ji and Sonia Gandhi." Communications and Information Technology Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said the Congress should have learnt a lesson from the public mandate which was already against them. "People have given such a huge mandate against them, but still if the Congress doesn't learn the lesson, then I am afraid to say that their future is dark," Prasad said. "She (Sushma Swaraj) is an expert at indulging in theatrical politics," Sonia Gandhi had said before joining her party colleagues on Friday in protesting the suspension of 25 Congress MPs by Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan.

mother would not have done anything like Sushma Swaraj, and asked how much money the minister's family received from Lalit Modi to facilitate the issue of British travel documents to him. "Sushmaji made a very eloquent but hollow speech. She said Soniaji would have done the same thing. I can tell her as a son, Soniaji would not have helped Lalit Modi," he said. He went on: "After committing a theft, thieves go into hiding. What Sushmaji did she did secretively. Not one person in the (external affairs) ministry know she was going to do this. "Whenever there is robbery or theft, a financial transfer takes place. Sushmaji's family, her hus-

band and daughter have received money from Lalit Modi. She should tell the country exactly how much money Lalit Modi has paid to her family," he said in parliament complex. Friday was the fourth day of Congress protest against the suspension of its 25 members from the Lok Sabha by Speaker Sumitra Mahajan. Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi have been actively leading the protests, which has seen all senior party leaders, including former prime minister Manmohan Singh, participating. On Friday, Congress members again raised slogans demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modi to break his silence on the issue.

Dabbawalas to promote habit of washing hands before eating MUMBAI, AUGUST 7 (IANS): With the threat of leptospirosis and other diseases looming over the city, Mumbai's famous dabbawalas will deliver soaps and handwash to around 100,000 people next week, it was announced on Friday. The targeted people will receive Bacter Shield Natural Germ Guard handwash and a soap along with their lunch boxes on August 12 across the city. The drive is part of VVF India's mission to create monsoon health awareness and advocate '100 percent fun with 0 percent fear of falling sick' to promote the habit of washing hands before eating. "Every morning, lakhs of Mumbai housewives prepare dabbas (tiffins) to protect their family members from falling ill by eating outside food. "The Mumbai dabbawalas will partner with Bacter Shield to help housewives in this mission to inculcate healthy habits at home and outside," VVF India Ltd senior vice president Ashish Potdar said. VVF, a 76-year-old MNC in chemicals and personal care products, had operations in 16 centres around the world. Last December, the 5,000-strong tribe of dabbawalas were invited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to join the 'Swachh Bharat Abhiyan' to spread the message of cleanliness among their customers.

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Malaysia claims on Flight 370 questioned Eileen Ng Associated Press

alaysia’s assertion that more debris potentially linked to missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 had washed up on an Indian Ocean island prompted puzzlement from French officials, adding to criticisms that the international response to one of the most famous aviation mysteries of all time is suffering from an exasperating lack of cohesion. Ever since the Boeing 777 vanished on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing on March 8, 2014, Malaysian officials have been accused of jumping the gun, giving inaccurate statements and withholding information from families and other countries involved in the investigation. On Thursday, Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak’s statement that a wing fragment found on a French island had been definitively linked to Flight 370 prompted cautious responses from French, U.S. and Australian officials involved in the probe, who would say only that it was likely or probable the part came from the missing plane. Malaysian Transport Minister Liow Tiong Lai added to the confusion later Thursday, saying a Malaysian team had found more debris on Reunion Island, including a window and some aluminum foil, and had sent the material to local authorities for French investigators to

Relatives of the passengers aboard Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 that went missing on March 8, 2014, kneel down and cry in front of the media ahead of a briefing given by the airlines outside a help center in Beijing on Friday, August 7. Families aching for closure after their relatives disappeared aboard the flight vented deep frustration Thursday at differing statements from Malaysia and France over whether the finding of a plane part had been confirmed. The signs held by the relatives read: “Missing more than a year, no one is asked for taking responsibility, left,” and “Try all of efforts to look for family members. (AP Photo)

examine. “I can only ascertain that it’s plane debris,” Liow said. “I cannot confirm that it’s from MH370.” French officials involved with the investigation in both Paris and Reunion were baffled by Liow’s announcement; none were aware of any discovery or material in French custody. The Paris prosecutor’s office, which is spearheading a French legal inquiry into the crash,

Trump refuses pledge not to run as a 3rd party candidate

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, left, speaks as Jeb Bush listens during the first Republican presidential debate at the Quicken Loans Arena on August 6, in Cleveland. (AP Photo)

CLEVELAND, August 7 (AP): The first debate among Republicans running for the White House in 2016 put to rest speculation that billionaire businessman Donald Trump would moderate his harsh denouncement of America’s politicians. He used the opening moments of the faceoff with nine other candidates to refuse to rule out running as an independent. Should he do that, Trump likely would split the Republican vote, making it more likely that Democrat frontrunner Hillary Rodham Clinton would win, giving her party a third straight term in the White House. Trump was at center stage because he has run up a considerable polling lead among the 17 Republicans running for the nomination. He was the only one of 10 candidates in the main debate Thursday night to raise his hand when the Fox News hosts asked who would not pledge to support the eventual party nominee. “I will not make the pledge,” he said. Trump, who brushed aside questions about his public denigration of women and said he had done nothing but used American laws when four of his companies took bankruptcy, put to rest speculation he would tone down his rhetoric. Trump’s refusal to take the pledge enraged Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul, who said Trump was “already hedging his bets because he’s used to buying politicians.” Through the remainder of the debate, the candidates made little news, choosing instead to use their time in the two-hour session to repeat already well-known positions. But Trump stood out for his willingness to stand behind many of his past statements that many expected would be ruinous to his campaign. Instead he has risen quickly in the polls to become the front-runner. Fifteen months from the election, Trump remains a longshot candidate to replace President Barack Obama. Only 10 of 17 Republican candidates were invited to participate in the main event, with the remaining seven relegated to a pre-debate forum. It was a key test for Trump, whose unpredictable style and unformed policy positions mean he doesn’t fit neatly into any single wing of the Republican Party. That appears to be a draw to some Republicans frustrated with Washington and career politicians, but others fear his eccentricities and outlandish comments — whether about Mexican immigrants being “criminals” and “rapists” or his questioning of the war record of Sen. John McCain — will taint the American public’s view of the party. Standing to Trump’s left on the debate stage Thursday night was former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, a favorite of the wealthy donors and business leaders that populate the establishment wing of the Republican Party. But Bush, the son and brother of two former U.S. presidents, has struggled to separate himself from the rest of the field and he faces questions about whether his nomination would mark a return to the past. Thursday’s debate is the first of six Republican Party-sanctioned debates scheduled before primary voting begins in February.

later denied there was any new debris, before French officials — notoriously cautious when it comes to air accident investigations — again retreated into silence. A spokesman for Australian Transport Minister Warren Truss said in a statement Friday that while a great deal of additional material has been handed to police in Reunion, none appears to have come from the plane.

Meanwhile, Liow sparked further questions when he said that a maintenance seal and the color tone of the paint on the wing part, known as a flaperon, matches the airline’s records. On Friday, an Australian government official said that the paint is not a unique identifier for Flight 370; rather, it comes from a batch that Boeing used on all its planes when the missing plane was manu-

factured. The official spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to comment publicly. Liow said Thursday that differences with other countries amounted to “a choice of words.” But the dissonant comments prompted frustration from families of those on board the plane, who have waited more than 500 days for solid clues into the fate of their loved ones. Some questioned why the

various countries involved couldn’t get on the same page before speaking publicly. French government officials have not addressed the conflicting information coming from Malaysia either publicly or privately. French Defense Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian defended the government’s relative silence saying instead. “We have above all mobilized our means” since the plane disappeared. Since the wing fragment washed up on Reunion, he added, the government has added its investigators directly to the case. “I hope that all of this can be verified, but we have to take it to its end,” Le Drian told RTL radio. Some criticism came from within Malaysia itself. Opposition lawmaker Liew Chin Tong said in a statement that Liow must explain “the haste and hurry” to declare the wreckage came from Flight 370. “A quick conclusion will not do justice to the next of kin of the victims,” he said. Until the wing flap washed ashore last week, investigators had not found a single physical clue linked to the disappearance of Flight 370, despite a massive air and sea search. Officials believe it crashed in the southern Indian Ocean, killing all 239 people aboard, but the wreckage and the reason why remain elusive. The discovery of the wing flap refocused the world’s attention on the investigation, which many hope will finally yield

N Korea pushes its clocks back as a snub to Japan sEOuL, August 7 (AP): North Korea has no time for Japan. Not anymore, at least. The country will establish its own time zone next week by pulling back by 30 minutes its current standard time, a legacy of the Japanese colonial rule. The new time zone will take effect Aug. 15 — the 70th anniversary of Korea’s liberation from Japanese rule at the end of World War II, North Korea’s official Central News Agency said Friday. The establishment of “Pyongyang time” will root out that legacy, it said. Local time in North and South Korea and Japan is the same — nine hours ahead of GMT. It was set during Japan’s rule over what was single Korea from 1910 to 1945. “The wicked Japanese imperialists committed such unpardonable crimes as depriving Korea of even its standard time while mercilessly trampling down its land with 5,000-yearlong history and culture and pur-

suing the unheard-of policy of obliterating the Korean nation,” the KCNA dispatch said. The North’s move appears to be aimed at bolstering the leadership of young leader Kim Jong Un with anti-Japan, nationalistic sentiments, said Yang Moo-jin, a professor at the University of North Korean Studies in Seoul. Kim took power upon the death of his dictator father, Kim Jong Il, in late 2011. Many Koreans, especially the elderly, on both sides of the border still harbor deep resentment against Japan over its colonial occupation. Hundreds of thousands of Koreans were forced to fight as frontline soldiers, work in slave-labor conditions or serve as prostitutes in brothels operated by the Japanese military during the war. South Korea says it uses the same time zone as Japan because it’s more practical and conforms to international practice. Seoul’s Unification Ministry said Friday that the North’s action could bring minor disrup-

tion at a jointly-run industrial park at the North Korean border city of Kaesong and other interKorean affairs. Spokesman Jeong Joon-Hee said the North’s new time zone could also hamper efforts to narrow widening differences between the Koreas. The two Koreas were divided into the capitalist, U.S.-backed South and the socialist, Sovietsupported North after their 1945 liberation. They remain split along the world’s most heavily fortified border since their 19501953 Korean War ended with an armistice, not a peace treaty. Most time zones in the world differ in increments of an hour and only a small number of countries like India, Iran and Myanmar use zones that are offset by a half-hour. Nepal is offset by 45 minutes. The time zone that North Korea plans to use is what a single Korea adopted in 1908, though the peninsula came under the same Japanese zone in 1912, two years after Tokyo’s colonial occupation began.

clues into the plane’s fate. But information from the French, in particular, has been scant. The BEA, as the French agency that investigates air crashes is known, rarely comments publicly, instead eventually releasing the information via its detailed reports. In the case of Air France Flight 447, which crashed in the south Atlantic in June 2009, the final report was published in July 2012. The legal investigation was concluded only in July 2014, and the case still has not gone to trial. That cautious approach was recently derailed in the aftermath of the crash of a Germanwings plane into the Alps that was ultimately blamed on a suicidal copilot. In that case, the BEA refused to comment until an account was leaked to The New York Times and the Marseille prosecutor circumvented the usual secrecy rules. French aviation investigators have tended to be guarded in their conclusions until they gather solid proof. Xavier Tytelman, an air crash expert based in France, said although most experts believe the wing flap is probably from Flight 370, France requires a definitive clue, such a serial number, before it would make that conclusion. “Malaysian officials — every time there’s a clue or some new information that’s not been confirmed — announce it as fact,” Tytelman said. “They make mistakes. It’s happened all the way through. I don’t know why they don’t have

as many precautions, but they’ve definitely lost credibility.” Tytelman also said Australia had developed trust issues by changing the search area of the plane “without explaining why.” Ghislain Wattrelos, who lost his wife and two of his children when Flight 370 disappeared, said he was baffled by the comments by Malaysian authorities. “We are delighted that the debris ended up in France,” Wattrelos told BFM television in France on Thursday. “I have a lot more confidence in my country than in Malaysia and Australia, who have lied to us since the beginning.” Australia’s credibility as search leader suffered a battering thanks to a series of false leads that were oversold by its government, which was eager to boast success after the hunt shifted to its search and rescue zone in the southern Indian Ocean after the plane disappeared. France said it is deploying a search plane, helicopters and boats around Reunion in hopes of spotting more debris that might be from the missing jet. It is not known why Flight 370 — less than an hour into its journey — turned back from its original flight path and headed in an opposite direction before turning again and flying south over the Indian Ocean for hours. Malaysian officials have said the plane’s movements were consistent with deliberate actions by someone on the plane.

Secular blogger killed in Bangladesh; fourth this year DHAKA, August 7 (AP): Assailants believed to be Islamist militants entered an apartment building posing as potential tenants and killed a secular blogger in Bangladesh’s capital on Friday, in the fourth such deadly attack this year, police said. Police official Mustafizur Rahman identified the victim as 40-year-old Niloy Chowdhury and said he was hacked to death in his apartment. The motive was not immediately clear. The victim’s family said his real name was Niloy Chottopadhay and that he used a different name on social media. Asha Moni, the victim’s wife, said at least four young people attacked her husband. Hours after the assault, Ansar-al-Islam, which intelligence officials believe is affiliated with al-Qaida on the Indian subcontinent, sent an email to media organizations claiming responsibility for the killing and calling the blogger an enemy of Allah. The authenticity of the email could not be independently confirmed. The victim’s friends said he

had received several threats recently, prompting him to remove all his photos from his blog. They said he was a secular blogger and had a Facebook account with the name “Niloy Neel” in which he criticized radical Islamists at home and abroad. The killing is the fourth of a secular blogger since February, when a Bangladeshi-American man who was also critical of Islam, Avijit Roy, was hacked to death on the Dhaka University campus while walking with his wife. Two others were attacked and killed in March and May, one in Dhaka and another in the northeastern city of Sylhet. Detectives say radical groups were behind the previous attacks and have made some arrests, but have failed to make any major headway into the killings. Islam is Bangladesh’s state religion, but the country is governed by secular laws based on British common law. Over the last decade or so, extreme interpretations of Islam have steadily gained ground.

In Vietnam, Kerry lauds peace with foes, pushes human rights

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, left, and Vietnamese President Truong Tan Sang talks during a meeting at the Presidential Palace in Hanoi on Friday, August 7. (AP Photo) Matthew Lee AP Diplomatic Writer

US Secretary of State John Kerry on Friday extolled the virtues of reconciling with former enemies as he marked the 20th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Vietnam. Wrapping up a five-nation tour of the Middle East and Southeast Asia that has

been dogged by domestic U.S. debate over the Iran nuclear deal, Kerry said the Vietnam War was the result of a “most profound failure of diplomatic insight and political vision.” And, he lamented that current discussions have often focused on the alleged necessity of conflict. “Standing here today, I’m reminded of conversations I’ve had recently with

people who talk almost casually about the prospect of war with one country or another. And I’m tempted to say: ‘You don’t have the first idea of what you’re talking about’,” Kerry told an audience of civic and business leaders in a speech at a Hanoi hotel. “For sure, there are times when one may have no choice but to go to war, but it is never something to

rush to or accept without exploring every other available option,” he said. “The war that took place here half a century ago divided each of our countries and stemmed from the most profound failure of diplomatic insight and political vision.” The Vietnam War veteran did not mention Iran or the nuclear deal but he made clear that the American-Vietnamese experience of the past 60 years could serve as a model for others. “Vietnam and our shared journey from conflict to friendship crosses my mind frequently as I grapple with complex challenges we face today,” he said. “That we are standing here today celebrating 20 years of normalized relations is proof that we are not doomed merely to repeat the mistakes we have made in the past. We have the ability to overcome great bitterness and to substitute trust for suspicion and replace enmity with respect.” “The United States and Vietnam have again proven

that former adversaries really can become partners, even in the complex world we face today. And as much as that achievement matters to us, it is also a profound and timely lesson to the rest of the world,” Kerry said. Despite the resumption of ties and a surge in U.S.Vietnam trade, education and cultural exchanges over the past two decades, the U.S. remains concerned about Vietnam’s human rights record. Kerry said Vietnam would not reach its full potential nor enjoy the fullest partnership possible with the United States unless it improves rights conditions. “The United States recognizes that only the Vietnamese people can determine their political system and we speak with some humility on these matters, because as you can read and see, we are working hard to perfect our own system,” he said. “But there are basic principles we will defend: No one should be punished for speaking their mind so long as they are peaceful; and if trading

goods flow freely between us, so should information and ideas. And we believe that progress in upholding these basic human rights will absolutely serve Vietnam’s interests.” If Vietnam expects to benefit from the protections of international rules and regulations it must also uphold international standards, Kerry said. Kerry also encouraged Vietnam to adopt a Pacific Rim trade pact that is currently being negotiated and he reiterated the U.S. commitment to helping the country protect and patrol its territorial waters. The Obama administration last year partially lifted a ban on arms sales to Vietnam, allowing the U.S. to supply Hanoi with Coast Guard craft and associated equipment. U.S. officials say Washington is exploring other ways to assist Vietnam in bolstering its maritime law enforcement capabilities but that any further easing in the arms restrictions would not happen until there are significant human rights improvements.

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Saturday 8 August 2015

Mayweather Jr defends choice of Berto as his final foe Greg Beacham

AP Sports Writer

Floyd Mayweather Jr. began promoting his final fight by doing what he does best. Fending off every attack with defense that looks effortless. The pound-forpound king of boxing insisted Andre Berto is a worthy opponent for his grand farewell when they made a joint appearance in downtown Los Angeles on Thursday, just over five weeks before they'll meet at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sept. 12. "I don't know why, but I'm just training a lot harder for this fight," Mayweather said. "I just want to go out with a bang, I guess." Mayweather also repeated his declaration that this is the last bout of his career, although he grinned broadly while saying it. Mayweather previously retired in 2008, but it barely lasted a year. "They say they'll offer me a lot of money" to keep fighting, Mayweather said. "I have a lot of money. I'm OK. ... It's the end of my (Showtime) deal. I'm an old man now. I'm 38." Three months after Mayweather (48-0, 26 KOs) dominated Manny Pac-

Floyd Mayweather Jr., left, and Andre Berto pose at a news conference in Los Angeles on Thursday, Aug. 6. Mayweather says Berto is a worthy opponent for the final fight of his perfect career. (AP Photo)

quiao in the most lucrative fight in boxing history, the welterweight champion was in a noticeably upbeat mood as he began the difficult business of promoting his next bout with Berto. The former 147-pound champion has lost three of his last six fights, including two losses to fighters who have already lost to May-

MDVA informs on 10th Imchaba Trophy Mokokchung, August 7 (DIPR): Mokokchung district Volleyball Association (MDVA) has informed that the 10th Edition of the Imchaba Master Memorial Nagaland Open Volleyball trophy will be conducted from 22nd to 25thSeptember 2015. Besides organizing many tournaments and coaching camps, MDVA has successfully organized the Imchaba Memorial Volleyball trophy for the last nine consecutive years. This year being the 10th Anniversary of the trophy, the organizing committee has also requested all affiliated Clubs to participated so as to make the tournament grandeur and successful.

NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Trophy kohIMA, August 7 (MExn): The Angami Students' Union (ASU) will be organising the 16th Edition of the NSF Martyrs' Memorial Trophy from September 14 to October 14 at Kohima Local Ground. In memory of the martyred students Lt. Kekuojalie Sachü and Vikhozo Yhoshü, the NSF Martyrs' Memorial trophy started in the late Eighties and in 1992 it was developed into an open Football tournament. Since then, the memorial trophy under the theme Goal For Peace, is one of the oldest and most consistent football tournaments in Nagaland. The winner of the Trophy in 2014 was Barak FC Club Peren. Forms for the 16th Edition will be available to interested teams by the 2nd week of August. The 16th Edition of the NSF Martyrs' Memorial Trophy, 2015 will be the first major tournament of the state for the year 2015.

weather. Mayweather acknowledged the backlash from his choice of Berto (30-3, 23 KOs), but cited the challenger's aggressive style and his own determination as reasons to buy the fight. Mayweather, who has knocked out one opponent in nine bouts since 2007, even promised an exciting fight to

fans who still feel shortchanged by his technical display against Pacquiao in May. "With the way he comes, and with the way I'm going to come, if it's not a knockout, there's going to be some knockdowns," Mayweather said. "A lot. And there's going to be blood. There's going to be

knockdowns, and there's going to be blood. A lot." Mayweather's last bout raised his profile outside boxing to new heights, but also exposed him to unprecedentedly widespread criticism, with his legal history of violence against women spotlighted throughout the run-up to his win. Contrasting sharply with the contemplative persona he employed in May, Mayweather was playful in his return to public appearances. He even commandeered a selfie stick to take a photo on the dais during the news conference. May w eath e r o nly turned serious Thursday when facing off with Berto for a photo opportunity. The fighters stared motionlessly into each other's eyes for an uncomfortably long period of time. Berto and Mayweather have been casual friends for several years, yet Berto didn't disagree with the assertion that Mayweather is a boring fighter. Berto saw the fan reaction to Mayweather's bloodless brilliance against Pacquiao, and the challenger promised to make Mayweather work harder.

Faith in Action team bags 1 Gold and 3 bonze medals in south Korea

Members of the Faith in Action team that won medals at the held World Hanmadang Taekwondo Championship held in South Korea.

DIMAPuR, August 7 (MExn): The Faith in Action Taekwondo Academy from Nagaland’ won 1 Gold and 3 Bronze medals in the recently held World Hanmadang Taekwondo Championship from July 30 to August 2 at Pyeongtaek City, South Korea. Out of 6 players from the academy the Gold Medal and Most Valuable Player’s Award was bagged by Lokeshwar Singh and Bronze Medal by Ankit Chhetry, Riyon Dutt Pandey and Anish Chhetry in their respective categories led by Deep Kumar, Director/ Coach of Faith in Action Foundation. This is the second consecu-

tive year for Faith in Action Taekwondo Academy participated in World Taekwondo Championship in South Korea. The event was organised by Kukkiwon, World Taekwondo Headquarter and promoted by Tourism and Sports Korea. All together 4663 players from 62 Countries took part in this mega World Taekwondo Championship this year. Earlier in 2014 the team bagged Gold medal in Taekwondo Aerobic and became the first World Champions from India in World Hanmadang Taekwondo Championship held in Pohang City, South Korea.

9th inter school Table Tennis Tournament concludes 1st Kohima district chess c'ship 2015 concludes

Organizers and winners of the 9th Inter School Table Tennis Tournament organised by the Mokokchung District Table Tennis Association at Multi-purpose sports complex, Mokokchung.

Mokokchung, August 7 (MExn): all champions for the tournament was The 9th Inter School Table tennis Tourna- bagged by Yaden aier Government High ment organized by the Mokokchung Dis- School, Mopungchuket, while Straightway School bagged the Best Disciplined The winners with guest of honour Rovilatuo Mor and others. trict Table Tennis Association from 6th Team of the tournament . The list of winAugust concluded on 7th August at Multi(Morung Photo) purpose complex, Mokokchung. The over- ners in various categories is as under: Our Correspondent IAS graced the closing ceremony as the guest of honKohima | August 7 PUTUSANGLA CMHSS 1ST our and gave away prizes GIRLS OPEN ALIJUNGLA CMHSS 2ND The 1st Kohima district to the winners. ST TONGPANGSHILU NCRS 1 chess championship 2015 He was appreciative U 13 BOYS STRAIGHTWAY concluded here today at about the conduct of the TSUKA V ASSUMI 2ND SINGLES APO Conference Hall or- chess tournament at the SCHOOL ganized by Kohima Dis- district level and encourTSUKA V ASSUMI STRAIGHTWAY 1ST trict Chess Association aged the players to strive U 13 BOYS KUTTO V ASSUMI SCHOOL (KDCA) under the aegis of for higher excellence. DOUBLES AKUMSUNEP CMHSS 2ND Nagaland Chess AssociaEarlier, welcome adLIMSOR tion. dress was delivered by U 16 BOYS IMKONGTOSHI CMHSS 1ST Visanyuzo Kuotsu KDCA general secretary SINGLES IMLIKUMZUK CMHSS 2ND bagged the first position Seyiekhrietuo Mere while OKTEN JAMIR QMHSS 1ST and awarded with a cash special number was preLIMANUKSUNG U 16 BOYS prize of Rs. 10,000 along sented by Asenuo Medoze. IMTISOBA YAJEN AIER HIGH ND with trophy and certificate. Declaration of the re- DOUBLES 2 NUNGSHICHUBA SCHOOL Mckt Neikehiezo Zinyu sult was made by chief stood second position and arbiter P. Khezhie while YAJEN AIER HIGH ST TSUWATOSHI 1 walked away with cash vote of thanks was pro- U 19 BOYS SCHOOL Mckt prize of Rs. 7000 along with posed by KDCA treasurer YAJEN AIER HIGH ND SINGLES SOYIMMEREN 2 trophy and certificate. Ruopfiivilie Nagi. It may SCHOOL Mckt Kevilekho Zumvu and be recalled that the prize SOYIMMEREN YAJEN AIER HIGH ST 1 Sedesielie Nagi stood money, trophy and certifiU 19 BOYS TSUWATOSHI SCHOOL Mckt 3rd and 4th position and cate for the first edition of DOUBLES MEYAWAPANG QMHSS 2ND awarded with a cash prize the KDCA was sponsored TENNGAI of Rs. 5000 and Rs. 3000 by parliamentary secreYAJEN AIER HIGH along with trophy and cer- tary for youth resources & SCHOOL 1ST TEAM tificate respectively. sports, state lotteries and CHAMPIONSHIP Kohima Deputy Com- music task force Khriehu QUEEN MARY HSS missioner Rovilatuo Mor, Liezietsu. 2ND

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Significance of Metümneo (the festival of Yimchungrü)

etümneo is one of the important festivals of Yimchungrü. It is being celebrated from 4th - 8th August every year after the harvest of millet across the Yimchungrü land. The word ‘Me’ means ‘soul’, ‘tum’ means ‘wrapped’ and ‘neo’ means ‘fest’. Thus Metumneo in full sense means ‘sanctification/purification of soul’. In other words, Metumneo denotes the prayers for the souls of the departed ones. It is a sentimental ceremony for those dear ones who left for their heavenly abode during the year. An elder known as “KHEAMPURU”, after due prayers, inaugurates the festival. The festival is spread over five days and has separate names for the days viz, SHITO, ZHIHTO, ZUMTO, KHERESUK and SHERESUK. On the first day, the village is cleaned by community efforts, the damaged roads and homes by heavy rains are repaired. On the second day, the path leading to the field is put in right shape, land slide which are very common during heavy rains are

cleaned. Unwieldy growth is also cut. On the third day, inter-village roads are taken up. On the fourth day, water points and springs are cleaned giving a new look to the village and its surroundings. The villagers enjoy their millet. Friends are invited, gifts are exchanged. They dance in their finest and go round the village to charm young and old. As the festival has a strong agricultural base, the agricultural implements are sharpened and worshipped the three important things such as Spade, Dao and Hoe. During Metumneo festival, the young boys and girls get engage and those already betrothed exchange presents for new born babies. Special prayers are held and offerings are made. If the child happens to be male, the parents offer six pieces of the meat to the priest and if the child happens to be female, parents offer five pieces of meat. This signifies that the male has six souls and female five. T. Kejingkhum, President Yimchungrü Union Kohima

Hope, tempered by realism

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hrough the framework agreement, a road map has been laid for a final solution to take shape. Picture shows Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh; NSCN (I-M) General Secretary, Thuingaleng Muivah; National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval; and others at the signing ceremony of the peace accord in New Delhi. PTI Through the framework agreement, a road map has been laid for a final solution to take shape. Picture shows Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh; NSCN (I-M) General Secretary, Thuingaleng Muivah; National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval; and others at the signing ceremony of the peace accord in New Delhi. Signing the accord is the easy part. The real work will begin now — to convince Nagaland, especially its many armed groups, about the efficacy of the deal A solution to the long-drawn-out Naga insurgency was always on the cards. Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the helm of affairs in Delhi added an urgency to the issue. Early in his term, Mr. Modi had publicly decided to push for an early and successful end to more than 15 years of talks with the Isak and Muivahled National Socialist Council of Nagalim (NSCN). However, to be honest, the timing of the ‘historic agreement’ between the government of India and NSCN was very sudden and came quite out of the blue, but was nevertheless a welcome development for peace in Nagaland, the Northeast region and beyond. That not everything was clear about the ‘historic peace accord’ arrived at on August 3 was evident the next morning when almost all local newspapers in Nagaland described it as a ‘framework agreement’, with the long-time emissary to the NSCN leadership, V.S. Atem, even going to the extent of saying that it was a ‘preamble’ to the agreement on the Naga political issue. The government’s interlocutor, R.N. Ravi, confirmed to a local daily that the August 3 agreement was indeed a ‘framework agreement’. First step A ‘framework agreement’ and a ‘peace accord’ are perhaps not the same thing — the former at best can be taken as a prelude or basis for a final accord or settlement. Therefore, it would appear that there is still some work left for the two negotiating parties — the GoI and the NSCN — before they are able to give a closure to the peace talks. This writer’s own impression is that through the ‘framework agreement’ a road map has been laid for the final solution to take shape and for it to be implemented on the ground, which will be quite another task. Perhaps the NSCN’s chief negotiator, Thuingaleng Muivah, who, along with government interlocutor Mr. Ravi, was the signatory, was aware of this when he talked about the ‘challenges’ brought about by this agreement. Listening to both Mr. Modi and Mr. Muivah speak during the signing ceremony on the evening of August 3, it seemed that the NSCN leader appeared more circumspect compared to the Prime Minister and understandably so, given that Mr. Muivah and company will now have to bring on board all sections of the Naga people towards an ‘inclusive peace settlement’. Both the central government and the NSCN will be well aware of this task at hand, given the bitter discord that was created in the body-politic of the Nagas by past accords such as the 16-point agreement or the notorious Shillong Accord, which were termed ‘sellouts’. The Shillong Accord was the basis on which the NSCN was formed by Isak Chishi Swu, Th. Muivah and S.S. Khaplang,

among others.

Selling the deal Signing an agreement with New Delhi is one part of the job. The more intricate and hazardous part remains — that of convincing the large constituency back home, especially the rival armed groups, about the efficacy of the deal. In the past, the Isak-Muivah-led NSCN had always set a high standard when it came to negotiating the best deal for the Nagas. Going by speculations about the kind of agreement reached, sans sovereignty and integration, they will now have to convince the others that the latest deal may not be ideally the best but is the best possible under the given circumstances. In my opinion, New Delhi will have to take joint responsibility, along with the NSCN, to take the agreement to the other armed Naga groups and bring them on board. The central government cannot simply sign the agreement with one group or transfer power to it but rather it should take the responsibility to guide the process towards a smooth and orderly transition to the new arrangement. This may even include the need for an interim government inclusive of all principal elements of Naga national life. The government will also have to clearly communicate to these other factions that there can be no separate negotiations with them and that the offer of the agreement arrived with the NSCN is applicable to all sections of the Naga people since the government cannot make more than one offer. The real peace accord in that sense may have to be reached among the diversity of Naga groups. MHA sidelined? Another significant factor is that the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), which handled the ceasefire with all the Naga armed factions, did not play any major role in the appointment of the present interlocutor or in the signing of the peace agreement on August 3. Credit must go to Prime Minister Modi for breaking new ground by directly supervising these talks, which were earlier the preserve of the MHA, known more for dilly-dallying than making any real effort to take the political initiative. Though it is early days yet, any final solution between the Centre and the Nagas, assuming that the status of the new arrangement is going to be higher than the present Statehood, should come within the ambit of the Prime Minister’s Office. In fact, even at the time of Statehood, Nagaland was kept under the External Affairs Ministry and only later brought under the MHA and then too without consulting the Nagas. Mr. Modi has talked about restoring the ‘pride and prestige’ of the Naga people. Mr. Muivah talked about trusting the Nagas and taking them into confidence for India’s needs. Such goodwill gestures should help define the new relationship between the Centre and the Nagas. At the time of writing this piece, the details are still awaited on the contours of the August 3 agreement. It will, therefore, be premature to make any kind of judgment on the peace deal that has been announced by the Prime Minister directly. But, as Mr, Modi said in his remarks after witnessing the signing of the accord, it is indeed a “shining example of what we can achieve when we deal with each other in a spirit of equality and respect, trust and confidence”. By logic, any peace agreement will have to take into consideration the interest of both parties involved. Without a give-and-take approach, negotiations are bound to fail. The latest peace accord brings with it the hope of being a novel political arrangement. (Along Longkumer is the former Editor of The Morung Express, a Nagaland-based English newspaper. He can be contacted at alongnews@yahoo.com)

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hings do not look promising for the latest attempt to reboot one of Marvel's flagship superhero teams. 20th Century Fox will be releasing "Fantastic Four" on Friday with high-powered young Hollywood talent as the leads, including Miles Teller (as Reed Richards), Kate Mara (Sue Storm), Michael B. Jordan (Johnny Storm), and Jamie Bell (Ben Grimm, aka The Thing). Though on paper it looks like Fox couldn't go wrong, the film has had to deal with controversy from the get-go. First, some fans weren't happy with the casting of Michael B. Jordan, an African-American actor, in the role of Johnny Storm (who in the comics is white). Then there were the rumors of the erratic behavior of the film's director Josh Trank on set, followed by 11th hour reshoots. All of that can be forgotten

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if a movie is good, but from the looks of its 9% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it's not likely. Let's check out why the critics weren't into "Fantastic Four." The beginning of the movie is promising, but apparently then goes down hill. Time Out London believes "the first 45 minutes or so, 'Fantastic Four' is actually a lot of fun." And Forbes felt the film was "a mess" with "the halfway decent first 45 minutes or so giving way to a stupefyingly generic and wrongheaded superhero origin story." It's hard to get over the fact that the actors are supposed to be teenagers. "We flashforward seven years to a high school science fair (we're supposed to believe, I guess, that the characters in this movie are 17-18 years old even though the average age of the actors is 29)..." notes Screen Crush. The ending is a CGI fail. “Flashes of fresh-

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ness are utterly M.I.A. in 'Fantastic Four''s final act, which is where its human drama is preempted by stagey, CGI-addled superhero posturing," according to The Daily Beast. The special effects are often lousy in 'Fantastic Four,' with poorly rendered CGI backdrops that make the fact that the actors are all standing on a soundstage all the more apparent, and this is particularly glaring during the climax," writes The Playlist. But as a whole, the movie just isn't good. "'Fantastic Four' is a synthetic bum-out, an assembly-line product, a movie a group of people made just because they could," according to the Miami Herald. JoBlo's Movie Emporium feels it's, "A puzzling misfire. Like a pilot for a TV show you'd never want to watch." "'Fantastic Four' feels like a 100-minute trailer for a movie that never happens," writes The Hollywood Reporter.

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The Beatles hamming it in a Bel-Air mansion in 1964

hey were renowned for their playfulness. And these photographs, revealed for the first time, show The Beatles at their cheeky best, giggling and playing with a beach ball by the pool in Los Angeles, California. It is 1964, and John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and George Harrison are in town for their historic show at the Hollywood Bowl, which was

recorded and later released as a hit live album. Had everything gone to plan, they would be confined to their suite in The Ambassador Hotel preparing for the gig. But at the last minute their reservation was cancelled because management could not cope with the scale of

swarming fans. Luckily for The Beatles, Reginald Owen offered up his Bel Air mansion for just $1,000. It meant for a rare break from the fast lane to throw around beach balls and giggle for the camera by the pool, as pictured here. While in Los

Angeles the Beatles hit up the famous Whisky A Go Go club with Jane Mansfield, where George Harrison is said to have thrown a drink at the paparazzi, but hit screen siren Mamie Van Doren instead. When Ringo Starr met American actor Burt Lancaster in Hollywood, Ringo wore a cowboy's outfit and car-

ried toy guns which were reportedly a gift from Elvis Presley. 'What have you got there? Kids’ stuff!,' Burt is said to have quipped. The actor later is said to have sent Ringo two real guns and a holster to which Ringo said, 'I just wanted to be a cowboy.' Copies of images of the wildly talented and kooky four can be viewed and purchased on Ebay.

Jon Stewart bows out of The Daily Show

omedian Jon Stewart has hosted his final broadcast of the satirical US news programme The Daily Show. A host of stars joined him for the final show, including the singer Bruce Springsteen. There were also video messages from US Secretary of State John Kerry and Republican Senator John McCain. Stewart took over the show in 1999 and estab-

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ne Direction have reportedly gained clearance by NASA to film their video at a Space Center. The four-band group, which is comprised of Harry Styles, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson and Niall Horan, released their single Drag Me Down last week, a song that features on the band's forthcoming fifth studio album. And according to the MailOnline, One Direction will be filming the music video for Drag Me Down at the NASA Space Center in Houston, Texas. It's claimed the intergalactic promo is expected to feature a lot of fun gadgets, as One Direction managers have negotiated the use of training equipment, airfields and other space-oriented things that are located solely at the iconic astronaut visi-

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ctress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who features in the new advertising campaign of LifeCell - India’s first stem cell bank - says the commercial captures moments shared between expectant parents beautifully and will become a part of their journey towards parenthood. “This is an interesting campaign which positions umbilical cord stem cell banking as one amongst other important things that expectant parents should consider for their child. “The ad film maker has beautifully captured the moments of the lives of expectant parents who wish to do their best for their baby. Pregnant couples across the country

tors' attraction. Drag Me Down marks the first single One Direction has released since Zayn Malik left the band in March. Zayn has been stirring up a lot of controversy following his One Direction exit. Most recently he broke off his engagement to Little Mix songstress Perrie Edwards. His former fiancée seems to be bitter, as it appears she took a swipe at him during a Radio Disney interview she recorded on Thursday, which is due to air next Tuesday. "I like One Direction's new song Drag Me Down," Perrie said. "It's incredible." Zayn also seems to have issued a veiled insult against his ex earlier this week. "You just can't do enough for some people, I guess," he wrote on Twitter, seemingly alluding to Perrie.

he couple - who have posted by TMZ showed been engaged since outdoor table settings, a 2012 - reportedly dance floor and a cake tied the knot in a secret cer- topped with two muppetemony in front of 70 guests style figurines, while a pasat their Bel Air home on Au- tor holding what appeared gust 5, 2015 evening. A host to be a Bible was also seen of famous friends were in at the property. attendance for the nuptials, including Jennifer's former Head off on honeymoon 'Friends' co-star Lisa KudJennifer Aniston and row, DJ Howard Stern, talk Justin Theroux have left show hosts Ellen DeGe- California on a private jet, neres and Chelsea Han- reportedly on honeymoon dler, actress Emily Blunt to Bora Bora. The couple and her husband John Kra- reportedly married at their sinski, photographer Terry Bel Air home on WednesRichardson and jewellery day evening and were designer Jennifer Meyer, spotted boarding a private creative team at McCann Us Weekly reports. Photos jet out of Van Nuys Airport, Mumbai and executed by production agency Electric Dreams, the campaign has been launched after coming out with an affordable umbilical cord stem cell banking service. espite her lawyers' best tells E! News. V.Ravi Shankar, chief efforts, E! News learns "Lucky 13 does not have any marketing officer of the that a judge has ordered evidence that Taylor was inbrand, said: “Ayushmaan the singer to testify under oath volved in the design of this t-shirt Bhava is expected to conin the Lucky 13 trademark in- that was a limited-run only for St. nect with the larger audifringement lawsuit. In the rul- Patrick's Day or the sweepstakes ence across the country ing obtained by E! News, it indi- that was a onetime event. Her and position the service as cates her lawyers wanted to limit lack of involvement with anya lifetime blessing given at the scope of questions and that thing truly relevant to this lawsuit the time of birth”. was denied also. ""The owner of is apparent." The campaign will be Lucky 13 wants to harass TayE! News exclusively learned rolled out across television, lor into a settlement by forcing last year that the Grammy winprint, and multiplex media, her into a deposition knowing ner was being sued by Orange with the television comfull well the disruption it would County-based apparel commercial being aired in five cause given her ongoing world pany Lucky 13. According to languages including Hindi, tour," the singer's rep exclusively the lawsuit, which was filed in Marathi, Telugu, Tamil and Bengali, for four weeks.

aiShwarya stresses on importance of umbilical cord stem would easily relate to this film as a part of their journey towards parenting," said Aishwarya, who is also brand's ambassador, in a statement. The national campaign - Ayushmaan Bhava - aims at creating awareness and increasing uptake for its umbilical cord banking service. In the video, the actress, who is married to actor Abhishek Bachchan and has a daughter Aaradhya, talks about the importance of preserving the umbilical cord stem cells at birth, which can fight many medical conditions and provide a healthy foundation for the child to live a long and healthy life. Conceptualised by the

California, the following day (06.08.15), wearing casual attire. And according to Us Weekly magazine, the pair were accompanied by a group of friends, including Chelsea Handler, as they flew out to Bora Bora for the post-wedding vacation. Meanwhile, Jennifer, 46, and Justin were reportedly able to keep their nuptials under wraps by using a neighbouring house as a decoy. A $10.7 million property has been lying empty to the south of their home, and so wedding decorations, tables and other supplies were all unloaded there, ready to be moved to the couple's house at the last minute. The 'Cake' star has been renovating her house, and had a paved pathway installed beneath trees between the two properties, so trucks would pull into the neighbouring driveway before getting the supplies through to the real venue, TMZ reports. Guests were told they were attending a surprise birthday party for Justin, who turns 44 on August 10, ensuring they arrived on time and kept the bash secret. And event staff setting up were not told the details of what was happening, and were banned from bringing their cell phones to the house or parking close to the building.

lished himself as one of the most influential satirists in the US and the voice of liberal America. He is being replaced by the South African comedian Trevor Noah. The Daily Show, broadcast on Comedy Central, has often been cited as a leading news source for young people, with an average audience of one million viewers. In his final monologue, Stewart thanked colleagues, fans and family.

"Nothing ends. It's just a continuation. It's a pause in the conversation," he said. "So rather than saying goodbye or good night, I'm just going to say I'm gonna go get a drink," he said. The Daily Show has also helped to launch several well-known comic performers, including Steve Carell and John Oliver, as well as Stephen Colbert who is to be David Letterman's replacement on CBS's Late Show.

CongratulationS "Be completely humble and gentle; Be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace."- Ephesians 4:2-3

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Mr & Mrs Sashimeren Jamir The press fraternity of Mokokchung shares our joy and blessings as you start a new journey in life with love and thanksgiving to our Almighty God. As you begin your new life as a family, we share this sincere wish and prayer that… May your family be rooted in the words of God, May the love between you two grow stronger with each passing day, May your family be a blessed one, May your household be ever holy, And May God always keep a benign eye on your family. With warm regards, Mokokchung Press Club

Taylor Swift will testify in court over infringement case

May 2014, the clothing brand is accusing T.Swift of trademark infringement stemming from her unauthorized use of Lucky 13's federally registered trademarks. The company, which was founded in 1991 and specializes in street wear, claimed that they have contacted Swift's camp numerous times but there was no resolution. As any Swift fan knows, the number 13 is very significant in the singer's life. "The significance of the number 13 on my hand…I paint this on my hand

before every show because 13 is my lucky number—for a lot of reasons," she once explained to MTV News. "It's really weird." "I was born on the 13th. I turned 13 on Friday the 13th. My first album went gold in 13 weeks. My first No. 1 song had a 13-second intro. Every time I've won an award I've been seated in either the 13th seat, the 13th row, the 13th section or row M, which is the 13th letter." She added, "Basically whenever a 13 comes up in my life, it's a good thing."

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England declares at 391 EPL BEGINS TODAY: tough

battles await new season London, Aug 7 (IAnS): One of world’s most followed football leagues is set to start from Saturday as Manchester United take on Tottenham Hotspur at the historic Old Trafford ground. But the biggest question will be if the "Big Four" will continue dominating the competition. The Big Four clubs Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool - have had complete control over the league for the last few years. However, the myth of Manchester being coloured only in red has been put to the gallows by sky-blue jersey wearing Manchester City in the last few years with them being crowned champions in 2012 and again in 2014. City finished second behind Chelsea this year but have the resources to challenge again for the top prize this season, having been boosted by the signing of England forward Rahim Sterling, who has shift allegiances to City from Liverpool. United too have splashed cash to get the services of striker Memphis Depay and German midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger but will be hurt by the loss of Argentine

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winger Angel Di Maria who has signed for French club Paris Saint Germain. What would worry United management more is the uncertainty of their goalkeeper David de Gea who has been linked with a move to Spanish heavyweights Real Madris, however they have tried to make up for it by roping in Argentine goalkeeper Sergio Romero. Arsenal on the other hand have dealt with their financial woes and have cash in hand to splurge on big names this season. French striker Karim Benzema is still being stalked

Dortmund book Europa League play-off ticket

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Australia's Chris Rogers hits a catch to Joe Root off the bowling of Mark Wood only to be recalled after the bowler is penalised for a no ball on the second day of the fourth Ashes test cricket match between England and Australia at Trent Bridge cricket ground in Nottingham, England, Friday, August 7. (AP Photo)

nottIngHAm, AuguSt 7 (AP): England strengthened its grip on the fourth Ashes test by adding 117 runs in 20.2 overs before declaring its first innings on 391-9 on Friday, with Australia paceman Mitchell Starc claiming a career-best 6-111. Australia openers Chris Rogers and David Warner survived three overs to go into lunch on 14-0, with the team trailing by 317 runs. Starting the second day on 274-4 in search of a series-clinching victory, England lost Joe Root for 130 — adding just six runs to his overnight score — when he

was caught behind prodding at Starc. Nightwatchman Mark Wood (28) smashed 25 runs off the misfiring Mitchell Johnson before losing his leg stump to a yorker by Starc. Jos Buttler departed in the same fashion for 12, deceived by late movement as he attempted to drive Starc. Moeen Ali struck seven fours and a six for 38 off 24 balls, with his entertaining 58-run stand with Stuart Broad (24 not out) piling misery on Australia before Steven Smith took a flying catch at second slip to remove Ali. That was John-

son's only wicket in an innings in which he conceded 102 runs off 21.2 overs. Fellow left-armer Starc was easily the standout bowler, beating his previous best of 6-154 against South Africa in Perth in 2012. The Australians will have to bat two more sessions to take the match to a third day. That's not guaranteed, given they were skittled for 60 in 18.3 overs on Thursday when Broad took 8-15. There was light cloud cover at Trent Bridge, just like on Day 1. Warner played and

missed four times in Broad's second over of the second innings, with the England paceman picking up where he left off on Thursday. The test, and the series, appears to have got away from the tourists, and Starc lacked a partner at the opposite end to keep the run-rate down and wrap up England's innings after Root's early departure. Root, the top scorer in the series, didn't have the fluency he demonstrated on Day 1, and fished outside off stump a number of times before finally edging Starc.

doRtmund, AuguSt 7 (IAnS): Borussia Dortmund staged a relentless second half to sink Austrian outfit Wolfsburg 5-0 in the second leg of UEFA Europa League qualification. Borussia Dortmund sealed the Europa League play-offs spot following a 6-0 victory on aggregate over Wolfsburg, reports Xinhua. Dortmund dominated the encounter on Thursday but had to wait after the break to score five goals. Dortmund's Henrikh Mkhitaryan had larges shares on the win as he provided a hat rick within 13 minutes. Thomas Tuchel men dictated the pace on the pitch but yet they had to wait after the restart to break the deadlock as Wolfsburg's keeper Alexander Kofler was on guard several times. The hosts finally broke the deadlock and rewarded their performance after the interval when Marco Reus made use of Henrikh Mkhitaryan's square pass three minutes into the second half. The opener gave the hosts momentum as Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang doubled the lead following a through ball by Ilkay Guendogan at the 64th minute. However, Dortmund were not done with the scoring as Mkhitaryan had an ace in the hole. The Armenian international killed the game single handed with a hat rick within 13 minutes to destroy all hopes of a comeback by the Austrian visitors.

while they have brought in Petr Cech from Chelsea to guard their fort. However, an ankle injury to medio Jack Wilshere will be a major concern for them. Champions Chelsea on the contrary have not rued the loss of Cech and have instead added more experience upfront in the form of Colombian international Radamel Falcao, who was on loan from French club Monaco to Manchester United lasts season. The striker has been below-par in the last season but then again this move might spark the best out of him. Watford, Bournemouth

and Norwich city have gained promotion from the second division this season to battle in the top division. The biggest challenge for them would be to fight relegation and stay afloat in the top league of English football. The likes of Tottenham Hotspur, Newcastle United will also look to get into the top four this season as they try and earn a place in the Champions League. But it remains to be season whether the Big Four again continue to dominate the league or will City or a new winner emerge this time.

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Manchester City extend Pellegrini's contract till 2017

mAncHeSteR, AuguSt 7 (IAnS): English football club Manchester City and its coach Manuel Pellegrini have agreed to extend their association for two more years. The agreement will see his contract run for two years till June 2017, the club announced on its website. Pellegrini's backroom team of Ruben Cousillas, Xabier Mancisidor and Jose Cabello were also given similar extensions. "We are delighted to reach this agreement with Manuel Pellegrini who has already contributed so much to the development of Manchester City in his first two years with us and we look forward to further progress in the seasons ahead," Ferran Soriano, the club's CEO, said in a statement on Friday. "This agreement allows Manuel to focus on the challenge of guiding a team capable of both fighting for domestic titles and competing for European honours." Manuel Pellegrini

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expressed his delight, saying: "I am proud to manage Manchester City FC and am therefore very pleased to have agreed this contract. "I have a very good quality group of players and a great team of people to work with on and off the field and at all levels of the club. "I am focussed on the coming season and confident that my team and I will respond to the constant support shown to us by everyone including of course our fantastic fans."

Jenson Buton, wife Di Maria says sorry to gassed and robbed United fans in open letter PARIS, AuguSt 7 (ReuteRS): Angel Di Maria apologised to Manchester United fans for his underwhelming stint at Old Trafford but insisted it was not due to a lack of effort. The Argentina international joined United for a British record fee of almost 60 million pounds (about $93 million) from Real Madrid last year but completed a switch to French champions Paris St Germain on Thursday after only 12 months. "I write this note to thank all the Man-

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nIce, AuguSt 7 (IAnS): Burglars may have used anaesthetic gas to rob Formula One driver Jenson Button and his wife Jessica at their rented villa here, a spokesman said on Friday. Valuables worth 300,000 pounds were reportedly stolen. The couple had married in December. It is believed that the two men who stole jewellery, including Jessica’s engagement ring, knocked out the couple with gas pumped in through air conditioning vents during Monday’s break-in, bbc.com reported. The former F1 champion's spokesperson said the couple was unharmed but everyone was "unsurprisingly shaken". "Two men broke into the property whilst they all slept and stole a number of items of jewellery including, most upsettingly, Jessica's engagement ring. "The police have indicated that this has become a growing problem in the region with perpetrators going so far as to gas their proposed victims through the air conditioning units before breaking in." The 35-year-old Button, who drives for McLaren, is based in Monaco, about 130 km from Saint-Tropez.

chester United family for the great support received during the year I've been part of this Club," Di Maria told United fans in an open letter, published widely by the British media. "I'm aware things didn't work as we all expected and believe me, I feel really sorry about it." The winger made an impressive start at Old Trafford with three goals in his first four games, but suffered a two-month injury layoff and then failed to nail down a regular starting

place under manager Louis Van Gaal. "I can guarantee you it was not for trying. I did my best but football is not like maths: often a lot of things out of our control affect the way we feel and the way things turn out," the 27-year-old said. "I am sorry it did not work out as I would have wished in this amazing huge club." Di Maria was also reportedly unsettled by a break-in at his Chesire home in January.

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Man United to face Bruges in CL playoffs

nYon, AuguSt 7 (AP): Manchester United must beat Bruges in a playoff to advance to the Champions League group stage after a one-year absence. Two-time finalist Valencia was paired with Monaco, a quarterfinalist last season, in the playoff round draw on Friday. Lazio will face Bayer Leverkusen, and Sporting Lisbon was paired with CSKA Moscow. Rapid Vienna, the lowest-ranked team among the non-champions in the draw, is at home first against Shakhtar Donetsk. Among 10 pairings drawn, it was Celtic vs. Malmo, Basel vs. Maccabi TelAviv, and debutant Astana vs. APOEL. The draw was completed with Skenderbeu vs. Dinamo Zagreb, and BATE Borisov vs. Partizan. First-leg matches are

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played on Aug. 18-19, and return matches on Aug. 25-26. Ten winners advance to the 32-team group-stage draw on Aug. 27 in Monaco. United returns to Europe's top club competition after a one-year absence, which was its first since 1995-96. The reward for advancing is a 12 million euros ($13.1 million) prize money bonus from UEFA for being in the group stage, plus 2 million euros for winning the playoff. UEFA has increased Champions League prize money by 33 percent this season, and will share more than 1.2 billion euros among the 32 group-stage clubs. Playoff losers this month are compensated with 3 million euros and a place in the Europa League groups, which guarantees a 2.4 million euros bonus.

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