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A Brazilian indian attends a protest against the Proposed Constitutional Amendment (PEC 215), in front of the national Congress in Brasilia, Brazil. PEC 215 proposes the transfer of power to demarcate indigenous lands to the Brazilian national Congress. (Reuters Photo/Ueslei Marcelino)

Gauhati HC stays Arunachal assembly proceedings ITANAgAR/ gUwAhATI, DECEMBER 17 (IANS): The political drama in Arunachal Pradesh for the last two days came to an end on Thursday after the Gauhati High Court stayed the proceedings of the state's legislative assembly till February 1. The high court single bench of Justice Hrishikesh Roy passed the order while hearing a writ petition filed by Supreme Court advocate Kapil Sibal on behalf of Arunachal Pradesh Speaker Nabam Rebia. Rebia, in his petition, alleged that Governor J.P. Rajkhowa summoned the winter session of the assembly without consulting Chief Minister Nabam Tuki and his council of ministers and that it was done at the behest of a certain political party. The court

DIMAPUR, DECEMBER 17 (MExN): The Naga Hoho has condemned the murder of Ritika Mehta, proprietor of Apna Hotel at Dimapur on December 14 at her Hotel premises. “Killing of any human life in whichever form is not acceptable in any civilised society…,” said a press note from the Naga Hoho. It expressed condolences to the bereaved family and urged law enforcing agencies to arrest the culprits/ murderer(s) at the earliest so as to deliver justice to the victim and let law and order prevail. Meanwhile, the Naga Hoho also appealed to all the Naga Political Groups, Assam Rifles, Para Military, etc to “abstain from creating and implanting fear psychoour Correspondent sis to the citizens and avoid unwanted scenes and to Sendenyu | December 17 maintain maximum restrain even in the face of confront- Nagaland State Governor, PB Acharya today urged ing one another.” NGOs and civil societies to Kiren Rijiju’s visit to work together with one goal stay united to bring Nagaland cancelled and peace in Nagaland state. KohIMA, DECEMBER Addressing the 38th 17 (DIPR): The scheduled general conference of the visit Union Minister of State Rengma Students’ Union for Home, Kiren Rijiju to Na- (RSU) here under the theme galand to inaugurate 14th “Envision, Enlighten and IRB headquarters at Kiphire Empower,” he said that dehas been cancelled due to velopment has no meaning unavoidable official engage- at all unless there is peace ment. According to DRC, Delhi, the Union Minister in the state. He also called was set to arrive in Nagaland upon the people of the state at Dimapur Airport and from to change their mindset and there flown to Kiphire by march forward. “We have potentiality MHA Chopper on December 18 for the inauguration of to become a great state,” he the 14th IRB HQs at Kiphire. said and at the same time

will hear the next arguments on February 2 next year. The high voltage political drama in Arunachal Pradesh, however, continued, as 34 legislators including Deputy Speaker T. Norbu Thongdok, 20 Congress legislators, 11 BJP legislators and two Independent legislators took part in the second day of the "winter session" of the assembly at a hotel conference hall. During Thursday's proceedings, Leader of Opposition Tamiyo Taga of the BJP tabled a no confidence motion against Chief Minister Tuki and his council of ministers, which was adopted in the house. "Since April, members of the assembly have been experiencing lack of confidence in the council of ministers led by Chief

Minister Nabam Tuki," Taga said. "Because of his (Tuki's) bad governance,nepotismandcorruption,members are gradually withdrawing their support from him. "It was a government with absolute majority of 47 members but looking at the situation, we are compelled to bring this motion," Taga said. He supported rebel Congress legislator KalikhoPulasthenextchiefminister.Independent member Paknga Bage also extended his support to Pul. Chief Minister Tuki and the other 25 Congress legislators, however, remained away from the "session", terming it illegal and unconstitutional. Tuki on Thursday wrote to President Pranab Mukherjee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking their intervention in the matter.

DIMAPUR, DECEMBER 17 (MExN): The Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) has urged all groups and individuals not to resort to any kind of provocation or violence, if and when any Agreement might be signed and implemented. “This is especially important with respect to NSCN (IM) and the GoI, and all other NPGs, State politicians and officials,” said a press statement from the FNR today. The FNR expressed concern that “a settlement that may turn out to be the best for the Nagas under today's circumstances is in real danger of being characterised only as an IndoNSCN (IM), not an IndoNaga, settlement.” It said that that such an interpretation could give rise to violence, while cautioning that “a renewal of conflict will become too heavy a burden for the Naga people to bear after

the decades of destructive conflict they have lived through,” it cautioned. The FNR informed that the forum along with a “number of concerned Nagas” met to take stock of the situation following the Framework Agreement reached between the NSCN (IM) and the Government of India (GoI) on August 3, 2015 in Delhi. “It is clear that a moment has come for a settlement that Nagas as well as GoI urgently need. We should also be aware of both the fearful dangers and the opportunities presented by the process,” it said. It therefore appealed to the NSCN (IM) and the other Naga political groups to “grasp the rare opportunity together and take Naga society forward.” “This in our view will require a meeting between the NSCN (IM) and the other groups to discuss the terms being negotiated for a settlement,” the FNR said, while cautioning that the “hidden dangers and opportunities of the situation will require the other NPGs to respond truthfully and responsibly demonstrating the needed statesmanship at this juncture.” It further noted that the response to such transparency shown by the NSCN (IM) will be an indicator of the unanim-

ity by the national workers for the long term good of all Nagas. It recalled that for a decade, the FNR has worked to bring all the NPGs together, as desired by the Nagas, for meaningful reconciliation, with the hope that an honourable political solution acceptable to both Nagas and India would be achieved. Acknowledging the positive response of the Naga Political Groups (NPGs), the support of the churches, the Hohos and the public for whatever has resulted from its efforts, “especially the dramatic lowering of the level of bloodshed in our society,” the FNR noted that the “decisive shift in the thinking of NPGs showed acknowledgement of the roadmap of change and reconciliation they all know they should take for the benefit of all Nagas.” The discernable change demonstrated by the NPGs has given hope to the Nagas, it said. Urging Churches, tribe hohos, Naga Civil Society Organizations and all the Naga people to remain alert and vigilant to prevent and oppose all forms of violence, it further called upon Nagas to “pause, ponder and make the right response to the challenges confronting us today.”

Gov urges NGOs to work together with ‘one goal’ NPF President assures stressed on the need to focus on Education, Electricity and Employment. He said the coming year 2016 is a great challenge and opportunity for the people of the state to build a strong and prosperous Nagaland. He hoped that 2016 would bring in permanent peace in the state. Responding to the memorandum submitted by RSU for opening of a government college in Tseminyu Sub Division, the Governor assured that he would take the responsibility to get it done. Acharya said he would sit with the School Education Minister and see to it that Government College starts by the next academic year in

Tseminyu Sub Division. “Students organization is the strongest pillar of the society,” he further said and asked them to be a watch dog and a nodal agency for development of the society. Stating that student organizations should be the torch bearer of the society, he called upon them to stand up and check the practice of proxy teachers in their respective areas. Parliamentary Secretary for PWD (Housing) Er Levi Rengma meanwhile said students are the pillar of the society. He called upon the students to acquire knowledge and disseminate the same to the under privileged and poor sections of society. He also

challenged the people to maintain integrity and peace. “Peace is a must in our society,” he said adding that the society cannot proper without peace. Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) President, Subenthang Kithan noted that RSU is one of the strongest units of the NSF and called upon them to be more effective and competitive and march towards greater heights. He also urged upon the RSU to work for overall development of the students and the public in general. Rengma Hoho President, Kenyuseng Tep said “we need change” and asked the RSU to carry the wheel of change. He also stated that Tseminyu Sub Division is

the oldest sub division in the state, which require more administrative and block development centres. Earlier, RSU President, Er Meshenlo Kath delivered the presidential address while welcome address was delivered by Chogin Range Students’ Union President, Shwenlozii Thongseb. Chaired by Zentilo Tep, the inaugural function was followed by a song competition cum entertainment, glimpses of Chogin range. A talk show on ‘Social media impact on our youth,’ panel discussion on ‘Status of Rengmas in Nagaland,’ song competition, Union Assembly will take place on December 18.

better governance for all

KohIMA, DECEMBER 17 (MExN): President of the Naga People’s Front (NPF) and DAN Chairman, Dr Shurhozelie Leizitsu has assured the minority community in Nagaland that the State Government would provide better governance and peace in Nagaland for all. A press note from the Minority Wing of the NPF held a meeting with Dr Shurhozlie on December 14 on the political and other issues related to safety and security of permanent settlers in Nagaland. “Dr Shurhozelie said that the NPF government is working its best for safety, security and peaceful coexistence of each and every citizens living in Nagaland,”

said a press note from the NPF Minority Wing Central General Secretary, Devendra Rana. The NPF President further stated that development is possible only with the cooperation of the common people with the Government. “It is started with the activities like repairing of road and drainage system in town areas and providing better administration for all round development,” he added. Dr Shurhozelie also lauded the activities of Minority Wing NPF, the political setup for minorities, “which is working its best for the betterment of the minority communities living in Nagaland.” He further extended Christmas and New Year greetings to all.

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NEw YoRK, DECEMBER 17 (IANS): Heart disease and stroke were the number one and number two killers worldwide in 2013, reveals a new report. While 31 percent of all deaths were from cardiovascular disease, with 80 percent occurring in low- and middle-income countries as of 2013, stroke accounted for 11.8 percent of all deaths, according to American Heart Association's 2016 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update. "Statistics about cardiovascular disease and stroke, and particularly the metrics about death and the factors that contribute to cardiovascular disease are incredibly important," said Mark Creager, president, American Heart Association (AHA). Despite the progress

in reducing the number of deaths from heart disease and stroke, the numbers are still too high, Creager said. Produced since 1958, the update is created from the most-recent data available and compiled by the AHA, the US National Institutes of Health, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and other government sources. The study found that one of every three deaths in the US in 2013 were from heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. Cardiovascular disease is not only the top killer in the US, but worldwide, David Siscovick, senior vice president for research at the New York Academy of Medicine in New York City. Hypertension, obesity

and diabetes are global epidemics, he said. The update now tracks health factors and behaviours known to contribute to good cardiovascular health. These habits include smoking status, physical activity, healthy diet, body weight, and control of cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. "We need to maintain our vigor and resolve in promoting good cardiovascular health through lifestyle and recognition and treatment of risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and smoking," Creager said. "We have made progress in the fight against cardiovascular disease, but the battle is not won," Creager noted. The findings appeared in the journal Circulation.

Morung Express news Dimapur | December 17

“I have been brutally honest...” are the words Khekiye K. Sema (IAS, Rtd.) uses to describe his book ‘Encountering Life- Antics of a Govt. Servant’ released here today. The book, published by Heritage Publishing House, was released by peace activist Niketu Iralu at Hotel Acacia. “Many sentiments will be hurt by the book,” said KK Sema while highlighting how he has put out his honesty in the book “almost with vengeance.” During his tenure as a government servant, he could not “open my mouth” about the frequent transfers and other practices that make life difficult within the Nagaland State bureaucracy and outside it. He was transferred 24 times in his 36 odd years in government service. Sema talked about how this autobiography is also an attempt to etch out his life from an “uncontaminated village boy” to an officer of the Indian Administrative Service. He acknowledged the education that his parents, particularly

Khekiye K. sema, niketu iralu and lanusangla Tzudir at the book launch of ‘Encountering life- Antics of a Govt. servant’ on December 17 at Hotel Acacia, Dimapur.

his mother, guided him through apart from the “moral understanding of life as it ought to be lived.” According to Dr. Lanusangla Tzudir, Chief Editor of Heritage Publishing House, the book will be the “best Christmas gift” for the emergence of Naga society. While speaking at the book launch, she admitted that it will “make some noises” while speaking honestly to Naga society.

Conscience & Guidance “Mankind has to live by the dictates of conscience,” said Niketu Iralu while releasing KK Sema’s book today. Through their movement, ACAUT has brought the “mental, moral and spiritual upsurge of our people,” noted Iralu. The ACAUT voice has been “audible and clear,” much like a trumpet, personified

by KK Sema. Today’s book launch was organised by Heritage Publishing House but minutely managed by ACAUT members. The central issue is to build a “just and fair world for the human race.” Conscience, he said, is central to what one believes in to fight against all that is wrong around us. Acknowledging that ACAUT faces the challenge of how to sustain itself, the peace activist stated that ACAUT shows the role one can play in a difficult world where “we need to selflessly look out for each other.” For this, “guidance from god” confirms the path ahead while a sharper conscience leads to social and political advancement. “Hope is born when one fights for what one believes is right. It us up to all of us to create that hope,” said Iralu while appreciating the author for his endeavour and wishing him the best. The book release was chaired by KY Sukhalu, Vigilance Commissioner, Government of Nagaland and an invocation was offered by Rev. Hevukhu Achumi.

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