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the AtM: A prime target for ‘determined’ robbers
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Morung Express News Dimapur | February 12
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FGN calls for restrain & forgiveness in Tsg
BJP Nagaland appeals for calm in Tuensang
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DimaPur, February 12 (mexN): In the backdrop of recent clashes in Tuensang district, the Nagaland state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today reiterated its appeal for peace and calm. The BJP Nagaland President Dr. M Chuba Ao in a press statement stated that such “clashes should be contained at the earliest at this juncture, when the Nagas are working tirelessly towards bring solution into the vexed Naga political issues.” It added that “unless various tribes come together with understanding and respect for each other’s existence, the Nagas may not see the light of day.” The BJP urged civil society organizations to “intervene so that such intra tribal difference is sorted out before it goes out of hand.” It appealed to the district administration and police to take “utmost care in controlling such conflicts so as to ensure understanding and mutual co-operation amongst various tribes of the state.”
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Kohima, February 12 (mexN): The Federal Government of Nagaland (FGN) has appealed to all “sensible general public” of the villages of Chang and Yimchunger tribes to “restrain from unusual actions” and “stop provoking” one another as that may make the situation more volatile to handle. It asked for all Naga people to “uphold and maintain the spirit of forgiveness.” A press release from the Kedaghe of the FGN, Brig. Retd. S Singnya, also appealed to one and all to “act collectively to avoid further escalation of present situation.” He noted that the recent “misunderstanding and clashes” that occurred between the two villages of Chang and Yimchunger tribes on February 6, 2015 at Tuensang town “has brought the painful attention before the Naga people at large and the Federal Government of Nagaland.” “We the Naga people should always abide with peace and tranquillity as we do keep maintaining and always try to avoid communal or tribal clashes and conflicting that turns ugly events among the brethrens. We must always reconcile and co-exist one another by throwing and deleting all unwanted seeds socially harmful that needs to be stopped,” stated the Kedaghe. He also conveyed his regards to all the leaders of Churches and NGOs (ENPO, ENSF, CKS, YTC, etc.) for “ceaselessly working on it to bring the situations at normal between the two tribes.”
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Automated Teller Machines (ATM) are believed to be rock-solid pieces of equipment, which do not yield to force unless fiddled the right way, while catering to the public 24x7. The no nonsense ‘I won’t budge from my spot’ persona of the ATM has won the unflinching trust of financial institutions the world over, who seldom think twice before stuffing currency in the innards of the machine for the convenience of clients. It is so tough that even hardcore thieves are but unenthusiastic to try breaking into the machine. But what’s made the seemingly stout ATMs so vulnerable that it has to shut shop at night in Nagaland’s commercial hub? For the State Bank of India (SBI), “security concern” is attributed as the primary reason behind the closure of its ATMs at night. The SBI has the most number of ATMs installed among banks in Nagaland out of which a total of 104 are in Dimapur, including Chumukedima. Low number of ‘hits’ (transactions) after dark is cited as the other reason. According to SBI officials, frequent incidents of vandalism at its ATM booths placed in isolated
locations has compelled the bank’s higher ups to consider shutting down ATMs at places deemed vulnerable. The officials informed that a few however remain open round the clock in “secure locations” taking public interest into consideration. Three ATMs at the SBI Main Branch, one at the Railway parking lot, one at the ARTC (3rd Mile), one at the AR Transit Camp (MST Road), three at the Rangapahar Military Station (RMS ) and two at ARTC & S (Shoxuvi) are the ones
straw was the stealing of a freshly refilled ATM at Fellowship colony in November 2014. The daring robbery was followed with another about two weeks later when thieves almost managed to get away with another ATM installed near the Sub-jail junction. The theft was foiled after a police patrol team was alerted, who reached the spot to investigate. When the police team reached the site, the ATM was already dislodged from its spot. The robbers apparently sensed trouble and disappeared, the police said of the incident. It was found that the bolts securing the base of the ATM to the ground were disengaged. “Speciallydesigned bolts are used to secure ATMs, making it practically impossible for ordinary tools to undo them,” said a policeman. “But the bolts found there were like those used for everyday chores,” added the policeman raising questions over the supposed theft-proof nature of ATMs. It was after the theft, the attempted theft and series of vandalism that came before, that the district administration and the bank’s authority jointly proposed the idea of closing ATMs at night in locations beyond the immediate reach of the police.
Security concerns in Dimapur compel SBI to close down remote ATMs at night
A young native dancer competes in the intertribal dance competition in Hollywood, Fla., in the second week of February, 2015. The Seminole Tribe of Florida hosted thr three-day 44th annual celebration of Native culture and arts at its Seminole Tribal Fair and Pow Wow. The fair offers Native arts, crafts, foods, and music. The Fair was expanded to host a pow wow dance and drum competition. (AP Photo)
Defamation case: respondents appeal for time to file ‘replies’ Morung Express News Dimapur | February 12
The respondents named in the defamation lawsuit filed by former Roads & Bridges Minister, Kuzholuzo Nienu has appealed for more time to file their replies. The lawsuit was filed at the court of the Chief Judicial Magis-
trate, Kohima after the respondents, contractors A. Neangba Konyak and Yashitsungba Aier alleged that the plaintiff, while holding office, had demanded “commission” in return for award of works contract for the Foothill Road project. The case was filed in October 2014. The cus-
tomary procedure of filing “replies” was initially scheduled on December 17, 2014 but was deferred to February 12, 2015. The plaintiff ’s legal counsel, N. Mozhui informed that the respondents’ respective counsels filed separate petitions in court today seeking more
time for the respondents to file their replies. The judge in response fixed March 2 as date for filing the replies. A hearing on the defamation lawsuit filed by the former Roads & Bridges Minister, Kuzholuzo Nienu, which was scheduled for February 12, has been deferred to March 2.
which remain open 24x7. While the ATMs at the RMS remain out of bounds to the public, civilians hardly ever use the ones set up at the other military establishments. The officials however maintained that the ATMs at Assam Rifles’ establishments are open to the public as well. The rest of the ATMs installed in Dimapur close at 9:00 pm to reopen at 7:00 am. Informing that ATMs closing at night is not a phenomenon unique to Dimapur, the officials cited Guwahati as another instance where ATMs in isolated and vulnerable locations are closed at night. Apparently, the last
Mobile courts to be enforced MTLT concerned by road works on NH-61
DimaPur, February 12 (mexN): The Dimapur Police will be conducting Mobile Courts for enforcement of rules as empowered under The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules 1989. A press note from the Additional SP and PRO, Dimapur Police informed that the Mobile Courts will
address the usage of black films/tinted glass, helmets, sirens, red lights, designation plates and flag posts in vehicles. Regarding the use of black films/tinted glass, the police informed that windscreens and rear windows of every motor vehicle require not less than 70 percent visual transmis-
sion of lights. It further informed that compulsory usage of helmets for both the driver and pillion rider of two wheelers will be enforced within Dimapur District. The Dimapur police also listed out officials who are authorized to use sirens, red lights and designation plates on their official vehicles.
Officials authorized to use sirens, red lights and designations A. Use Of Sirens • Governor. • Chief Ministers • VVIPs and Union Ministers during state visits. • Speaker, NLA B. Use of Red Light, Designation Plates &Flag Posts. • Governor • Chief Minister • Holder of Bharat Ratna • Deputy Chief Minister • Chief Justice of High Court of Assam and Nagaland. • Speaker • Cabinet Ministers • Vice-Chairman, State Planning Board. • Leader of Opposition • Puisne Judges of High Court. • Deputy Speaker • Parliamentary Secretaries • MPs • MLAs • Chief Secretary • State Information Commissioners. • Chairperson & Members, NPSC • Additional Chief Secretaries • Director General of Police. • Commissioner • Home Commissioner. • Principle Secretaries • Chief Electoral Officer • Additional Director General of Police. • Commissioner & Secretaries/Special Secretary • Inspector General of Police/Officers in the ranks of Major General and equivalent in the Army. • Advocate General • Accountant General • Vice Chancellor, Nagaland University.
• Secretaries to the Government of Nagaland. • Secretary to Legislative Assembly. • DIG of Police. • Brigadier or equivalent ranks in the Army. • Deputy Commissioners • Superintendents of Police
Provided that the red light shall be kept covered with black hood when the authorized dignitaries are not carried in the vehicle. C. Use of multi-coloured orange, blue and white light combination. • Police Pilot Vehicle as per entitlement of all VVIP’s • Recovery/break Down Crane on road accident duty. • Ambulance on emergency duty. • Fire Tenders. D. Red beacon, flag Post and designation Plate. • District & Session Judges. • The Registrar of High Court. • PCCF &Addl PCCF • Chairman and Members of the State Finance Commission. E. Designation plate • Commandant and equivalent rank in Police. • Addl.Deputy Commissioner holding Independent Charge and Majors/Captains of Assam Rifles on civil assignments F. Under the District Administration Designation plate • Sub-Divisional Officer(Civil) • Border Magistrate
moKoKChuNG, February 12 (mexN): The Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (MTLT), in a letter to the Deputy Commissioner of Mokokchung, has expressed concern at the quality of road
works on NH-61 passing through the district. The letter informed that members of the MTLT inspected the ongoing road works on February 4 and 5. It lamented that, during the inspection, “the road
construction quality is not satisfactory. Potholes have started appearing within a few days of construction.” The MTLT cautioned the concerned authority not to compromise on
quality control and urged “quality assurance in all aspects of the project.” “Unsatisfactory outcome will prompt future intervention through various means deemed effective,” it added.
Myanmar: suu Kyi not likely to have a shot at presidency
yaNGoN, February 12 (reuters): A new law that enables Myanmar to hold a referendum on amending the constitution is unlikely to bring changes that would allow opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi to become president after this year’s general election, a ruling party MP said on Thursday. President Thein Sein has signed off on a constitutional referendum law, lawmakers said on Wednesday. The move comes after domestic and international pressure to reform Myanmar’s political system, which is stacked in favour of the military. Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy (NLD) party have been pushing for changes to the constitution, which the military drafted. One clause bars anyone whose children or spouse are foreigners from becoming president, which is seen aimed at Nobel laureate Suu Kyi, whose two sons are British citizens. Shwe Maung, an MP from the ruling Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP), said the clause is unlikely to be included if a referendum is held this year. Bringing that section to referendum would require support from 76 percent of parliamentarians, but such a move would be opposed by unelected military MPs who hold 25 percent of the seats and many in the USDP, which holds most seats and
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is made up largely of former military officers, he said. “I don’t expect a rapid change,” he said. “If it’s not possible this time, maybe in a future referendum.” Myanmar’s president is chosen by parliamentarians after the general election. It’s unclear whether the referendum would be held at all this year. Shwe Maung and other MPs have said a referendum could take place as early as May, as was suggested by the powerful parliamentary speaker Shwe Mann. Others say that is unlikely given
the logistical challenges faced by the Election Commission, which is busy preparing for general elections expected in late October or November. Preparations include updating the voters list, a mammoth task. “The updated list won’t be ready until later in the year,” said Richard Horsey, a Yangon-based independent political analyst. He said a constitutional referendum is unlikely this year, but could take place concurrent with the general elections if parliament was able to decide on which articles should be put to vote.
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