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Eating veggies doesn’t equal to avoiding junk food NEw YoRK, JANUARY 11 (IANS): Children who eat more carrots and apples are no less likely to eat candies and fries, warns a new study, suggesting that emphasising on avoiding “bad” food is as important as adding “good” food in children’s diet. The researchers found that kids who ate fruits and vegetables and drank milk every day were as likely to eat foods high in sugar and salt as those who rarely ate healthy foods. “There has been a kind of assumption that if you encourage people to adopt healthy eating it naturally leads to a decline in unhealthy eating,” said study co-author Phyllis Pirie from the Ohio State University in the US. Efforts to lower childhood obesity rates often focus on adding “good” foods, rather than on avoiding “bad foods,” she said. Trained interviewers met with parents or guardians of 357 children two to five years old and asked them to recall how often the children ate certain foods in the past week. The research team asked them about the children’s diets and categorised foods and drinks into healthy and unhealthy categories. About half the children in the study ate fruit two or more times a day. Some rarely ate vegetables, but more than a third had them multiple times a day. Regardless of age, there was no evidence kids who frequently ate fruits and vegetables and drank milk were any less likely to partake in the unhealthy foods.

The study appeared in the journal of the Maternal and Child Health Journal.

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KohIMA, JANUARY 11 (MExN): Sensing that the Naga political issue has reached a crucial stage, the Angami Public Organisation (APO) today held a consultative meet with Angami members of the GPRN/NSCN, NSCN (IM), NSCN (R), NNC (Chosel), and NNC (Zhavilhou).

The NSCN (K) and NNC could not attend the meet.

The meeting was held with the vision to unite the Angamis, and serve the purpose of rendering service to the Naga people as a whole through reconciliation, unity and mutual understanding.

The APO also issued certain recommendations to the groups present in order to facilitate peace and unity. They asked all national workers within Angami jurisdiction to maintain peace, tranquility and uphold the interest of the people. It advised that no Naga political group should involve in confrontation, conflict and bloodshed in Angami jurisdiction, and that if any solution for the interest of the Angamis and Nagas is ushered in, the Angamis with thoughtful understanding would pave the way for the Angamis and Nagas. The APO further recommended that all national workers must work together with understanding in order to bring about peace.

“We ask you to help us understand your plans and visions for the Naga people. We want to hear your concerns and thoughts,” said Dr Vilhousa Seleyi, President, APO to the various Naga political groups present.

He informed that today’s meeting is the beginning of more consultative dialogues in the future. Stating that frustrations and anger need to be vented out before coming to an understanding, Dr. Seleyi hoped that the meeting has given the chance for the various groups to express their anger and disappointments. The APO he stated would continue to hold

more consultative meets in the future to ‘consult, understand and unite.’

Peace activist and APO Advisory Board member, Niketu Iralu meanwhile reminded how outsiders have recognized the legal historical foundation of the Naga national movement. “We need to respect and acknowledge the sacrifices made for the Naga nation,” affirmed Iralu, and stressed on the need to pass on Naga history to the younger generation.

Today the younger generations know only about killings and extortions, lamented Iralu.

“We need to tell them what the elders and leaders achieved, sacrificed and fought for. Through the achievements of the past, the

Forgive one another. We need to start believing each other and trust one another. We have reached fifty to sixty years in anger and hurt, now we must build peace,” he stated.

A representative from each of the groups was also given time to express their concerns, activities and plans.

General Thinoselie Keyho who spoke on behalf of the NNC (Chosel) cautioned that all the sacrifices made will come to nothing if there is no understanding and reconciliation. “We need to analyze where we have gone wrong and what mistakes we have committed,” he said.

The representative of the NNC (Zhavilhou) meanwhile expressed disappointment over how the Nagas have failed to unite. He however affirmed their aspiration for the unity of all groups.

NSCN (IM) representative Zeneituo tried to assuage the concerns over the Framework Agreement and reminded that the Agreement is based on the negotiation of two entities (the Nagas and the Indian Government) and shared sovereignty based on Naga aspirations.

Representing the GPRN/ NSCN, Neimhalie affirmed the group’s stand on unification.

He expressed concern over the exclusion of Nagas from other areas and stated that Nagas in Nagaland must take the lead to build unity again. “Our concern is for our children. What do we leave behind for our children?” questioned Neimhalie while asserting the importance of strengthening the economy for the future.

Major MK Angami from the NSCN (R) also briefed the meeting on its newly formed government. He stated that the NSCN (R) was formed on the basis of peace and non-violence, while affirming commitment towards Naga unity.

APO holds consultative meet with Angami National workers

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Nagaland Govt to set up human rights commission DIMAPUR, JANUARY 11 (MExN): Nagaland Government will be setting up the Nagaland State Human Rights Commission (NSHRC), a notification from the Home Department stated in a DIPR release.

The State Human Rights Commission shall be headed by a chairperson who has been a Chief Justice of a High Court, one member who has been a Judge of a High Court and another member from amongst persons having knowledge of, or practical experience in matters relating to human rights.

There shall also be a secretary who shall be the Chief

Executive Officer of the State Commission (in the rank of Joint Secretary), the notification stated.

The chairperson and members of the State Human Rights Commission shall be appointed by a Committee headed by the Chief Minister and the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, the State Home Minister and Leader of Opposition in the State Legislative Assembly as members.

Salaries, allowances and other terms and conditions of service of the chairperson and members shall be as prescribed by the State Government.

An Investigating Wing of the commission shall be headed by a Superintendent of Police, 1 (One) Inspector, 3 (Three) SubInspectors, 6 (Six) Constables, 3 (Three) Drivers and 3 (Three) Peons. The officers and staffs of the Investigative Wing shall be deployed by the Director General of Police, Nagaland.

The commission shall submit annual and special reports to the State Government to be laid before the State Legislative Assembly along with memorandum of action taken or proposed to be taken and reasons for non-acceptance of the recommendations, if any.

Visasolie Lhoungu elected as Nagaland BJP President DIMAPUR, JANUARY 11 (MExN): Retired bureaucrat, Visasolie Lhoungu has been elected as the new President of the BJP Nagaland state unit. Lhoungu was elected today by an Electoral College comprising of state council members in the presence of the BJP national secretary and MP, Raman Deka, as central observer and the BJP National Secretary of Minority Morcha and in-charge of Nagaland, Farukh Khan.

Lhoungu was elected unopposed following proposal by the outgoing

president, Dr. M Chuba Ao, and seconded by Parliamentary Secretary Paiwang Konyak.

Lhoungu, while speaking at the occasion thanked the party leadership both in the centre and state for reposing faith in him. He affirmed to focus on strengthening and mobilizing the party at all levels by upholding the party principles.

BJP National Secretary of Minority Morcha and in-charge of Nagaland, Farukh Khan, while speaking to media persons, hoped the party would

soar to higher level under the leadership of the new state party president and achieve its ultimate goal of forming a party government in the state.

In another development, the State BJP party also nominated T Khonwang Konyak as member of BJP National Council to represent Nagaland. Meanwhile, the State BJP has convened a meeting on January 12 in its party office at 10:30 a.m. All the outgoing executive members have been requested to attend the meeting without fail.

Ritika Mehta Murder: Family demands justice

Seeks intervention of Nagaland government and civil society for fair trial and justice

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DIMAPUR, JANUARY 11 (MExN): The family of late Ritika Mehta, who was killed by a gunman on December 14, 2015 in Dimapur have called upon the authorities concerned to deliver fair trial and justice in the case.

In a memorandum submitted by the family, they expressed concern that the “ambiguity surrounding the case and the vague answers provided by the authorities only increases our fear that my mother will never get her share of justice.”

The memorandum was addressed to the Nagaland State Home Minister, DGP, Dimapur DC, Dimapur Commissioner of Police, DCP Crime, Naga Mothers Association, Naga Council Dimapur, Nagaland Alliance for Children and Women Rights, Naga Women Hoho, Nagaland Hotel and Restaurant Association, and the Women Cell East Police Station.

Ritika’s family informed that the police have been provided with

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CCTV footage, previous FIRs filed by the murder victim, and the entire case history. “Though the police informed us that they have identified suspects, we are afraid that it is taking a long time to find more information from the suspected killers.

This only proves that people with power and influence are involved in the case,” they however alleged.

The family revealed that after she was shot, Ritika took an auto by herself to the nearest hospital.

However they alleged that the hos-

pital “refused to even provide first aid or emergency attention to the victim.” “After about 15 minutes of waiting in the hospital and refused any medical care, she was taken to another hospital which took another 15 minutes in the peak traffic hours. She was declared brought dead…” they stated.

They further informed that Ritika had filed several FIRs in the local East Dimapur Police station fearing safety for her life. The family added that they have been “facing lot of threat and harassments from unknown calls threatening us to leave the place and city immediately.”

They further lamented that the “delay in justice” is affecting the studies of Ritika’s children. “We as a family have lost everything we had and want nothing but fair trial and justice for our mother. We have lost our mother and now are at the verge of losing our education and career opportunities because we are left clueless about the murder.”The children further expressed fear for their father’s safety and security in Dimapur.

“With all that our family has gone through in the last 15 days, we at least deserve an answer from the murder-

er why he had to shoot a woman and a mother, running her own business and family and who is involved in the murder,” they demanded.

While acknowledging the local community, police, and the government for “being with us during these trying times,” they however stated that “we are equally worried about our future and security.” “The murder of my mother, a proud citizen of Dimapur with a rich heritage as social worker and business woman right inside her workplace shows the vulnerability of the minority communities living and working in Dimapur, Nagaland,” the family added.

They termed the killing as a “murder of the essence of women, the progressive Nagaland culture, and the pride of women-oriented NorthEast culture. Her image stood for the cosmopolitan and multicultural diversity of Dimapur town and the state as a whole. The murder of my mother is against the morals and values of any god-fearing Naga and against humanity.”

Ritika’s family further urged for intervention from the civil society and organizations that “uphold human rights values, equality, and women empowerment.”

identity of the Nagas as a people and a nation is made clear.”

He further termed it “unfair” that the details of the Framework Agreement signed between the Government of India and the NSCN (IM) have not been revealed. He hoped that the Agreement would not weaken the Naga historical foundation.

Iralu further urged the members present not to use violence, terror and bloodshed in any settlement, and stand firm in the true spirit of humanity.

Advisory Board Member, Vipralhou Kesiezie said that the Naga people have wasted many years in conflict. He expressed concern that presently Nagas have become embroiled in conflicts and misunderstandings amongst themselves. “So much scar and hurt has been imprinted within us. The moment has come for us to rebuild relationship and understanding. We have been given another chance to settle the conflict through dialogue and understanding.

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DPDB Nagaland registers 45,790 Phoyisha festival celebrated Wokha meeting held births in last four years Our Correspondent Kohima | January 11

Altogether, 45,790 number of births registered in Nagaland during the last four years 2010-13.

Out of 45,790, 25, 732 from rural and 20,058 from urban, according to comparative statement of births, stated in the annual administrative report of economics & statistics department 2014-15.

Further, 7,152 deaths registered during the last four years of which 3,927 from rural and 3,225 from urban.

The report stated that civil registration of births and deaths are integrated information system that generates primarily legal,

administrative and statistical information which benefits individual households, communities, government institution and non-governmental organizations engaged in various socio-economic and other human development activities.

It stated that vital statistics generated through registration of births and deaths is the primary data which continuously monitor number of births and deaths taking place at certain point of time.

The Registration of Births and Deaths Act 1969 was enacted and enforced in the country.

The Nagaland Registration of Births and Deaths Rules 1972 was framed,

TAPWO office bearers kohIMa, January 11 (MExn): The Tizu Area Public Welfare Organization (TAPWO) has announced its new team of office bearers for the tenure 2016-18. The new team is led by Vechineyi Khesoh as president. Vice president- Nuvehu Tetseo, General secretary – Shekhohu Chizo, Assistant general secretary- Kekhrieneisa Venuh, Finance secretary- Shekhota Chizo, Treasurer- Venehu Rhakho, Social & cultural secretary- Lhuprave Khesoh, Publicity & information secretary- Velapra Vero, Women affairs secretary- Kuvenelu Vero and Assistant women affairs secretary- Shetalu Medeo.

under this Act which was subsequently amended by the Model Registration of Births and Deaths Rules 1999 to facilitate the execution of the registration of Births and Deaths Act 1969.

The Directorate of Economics & Statistics has been functioning as nodal department for implementation of Registration of Births and Deaths Act in the state.

Currently, the DES, has brought out annual report of Births & Deaths for the year 2010-2013.

Facility for online Registration of Births & Deaths is also available in Kohima district. The site can be accessed through the state portal www.nagaland. gov.in

Pochuy youth compete in Te-telo-te-te event during Phoyisha cultural festival at Hutsii recently. (Morung Photo)

kohIMa, January 11 (MExn): A four day long 21st session of Phoyisha cultural festival was held from January 5 to 8 last at Hutsii village under Meluri Sub Division of Phek dis-

trict.

Organized by Phoyisha Cultural Organization, Phoyisha area has ten villages, comprising New Phor, Phor, Wuzu, Hutsii, Yisi, Kiizatii, Shatiiza, Wezi-

noklak, January 11 (DIPr): Hokah Festival of Khiamniungan community was observed on January 8 and 9 at Nokhu headquarter under Noklak organized by Nokhu Range Public Organisation (NRPO) with Minister for Health & Family Welfare P. Longon as chief guest.

Speaking on the occasion the Minister expressed gratitude to the NRPO for organizing the impor-

tant event in such a beautiful and scenic place as Nokhu and called upon the gathering to preserve and practice the rich cultural heritage and celebration of festival to keep our identity alive.

The Minister was accompanied by his wife, department officers and leaders from different organizations.

Significance of Hokah festi-

val was highlighted by Head GB, Aniangan Village, Mohgtei, short speech was delivered by ADC Noklak K. Mhathung Tsanglao and special song was presented by Kengniuking band.

The concluding function was held on 9th January 2016 with Parliamentary Secretary for Land Revenue, VG, Women Resources Development L. Khumo as chief guest. He

Mokokchung, January 11 (DIPr): District Programme Officer, RCH & UIP, Mokokchung has informed that the 1st Round of Intensive Pulse Polio immunization (IPPI) for children between 0 to 5 years will be on January 17. In this connection all parents and adults have been asked to ensure that all children between the given years to be administered polio drops at the nearest IPPI Booths.

SWA 25th anniversary celebration

Cultural Troupe from St. Xavier’s Parish, Meluri presenting a cultural dance during the Cultural Fiesta of the Golden Jubilee Celebrations of St. Xavier’s Church, Zhavame on Sunday.

Mineral link road proposed Kohima | January 11

Nagaland has got substantial mineral deposits which when fully explored and properly developed, will boost the economy of the state. This was stated in an annual administrative report of

Nagaland State Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (2014-15). The report stated that many of the discovered minerals are still remaining unexplored and underdeveloped because of lack of road.

The NSMDC has already taken up the construction

and Dance (Women) event respectively.

Minister for school education & SCERT Yitachu graced the festival as the chief guest while Tarachu was the guest of honour.

Khiamniungan observes Hokah Festival in Nokhu

1st round IPPI on January 17

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ho, Mollen and Yesi Sotha.

Phor team won Te-telo-te-te competition while Weziho team claimed first prize in archery competition. Hutsii team and Wuzu team won Dance (Men)

of three mineral link roads from 2008-09 and onwards.

Some of the important mineral link roads proposed to be taken up with the funding under NLCPR included; Molen village Limestone deposit (10 km), Pungro Pokphut Magnetic deposit (28 Km) and Choklangan to Wui (18 km).

kohIMa, January 11 (MExn): The 25th anniversary celebration of Secheku Wrestling Association (SWA) will take place on January 13 at Mesulumi village. Parliamentary secretary for higher & technical education Deo Nukhu will grace the occasion as the chief guest while Vetetso Lasuh, vice president NPCC will be the guest of honour. SWA technical secretary Tewetso Tsiihah will administer oath to the wrestlers.

MEx File on January 15 from 10:00 AM onwards. The camp will focused on promoting healthy life style (Healthy Diet, physical activity, avoiding tobacco and alcohol use and screening for Non- Communicable Diseases like high blood pressure, Diabetes, Heart Diseases etc. Special health talks and counseling will be delivered by trained IEC personnel of the Department. Blood pressure measurements, Body mass intex, blood sugar testing etc will be conducted free of cost on this day. All the adults above the age of 30 years can avail this opportunity. Special Doctors and Physiotherapist will be available for consultation.

KPC to observe 15th Foundation Day

kohIMa, January 11 (MExn): The Kohima Press Club (KPC) will be observing its 15th Foundation Day on January 20 in the Club’s new office premises. The KPC, founded in 2001 by several likeminded journalists based in Kohima, functions with the objective to promote both organizational and professional respect as well as regeneration of the press fraternity of the state capital, keeping in mind the welfare of the professionals registered under it. In connection with the 15th anniversary of the Club, the executive team has convened a Mokokchung, January 11 (MExn): general body meeting on January 16 at the new The District Health Society Mokokchung will be KPC office. All the members are requested to organizing a Healthy Life Style Camp in IMDH attend the meeting.

Healthy Life Style Camp at IMDH

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Colours of Chakhesang Day The Morung Express presents glimpse of Chakhesang Day celebration as part of the 34th general session of Chakhesang Public Organization on January 10 at Phusachodu village in Phek district.

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I. NOCHET IMCHA

16.11.1968 – 05.01.2016 The family of Late I. Nochet Imcha wishes to express sincere thanks to family, friends and neighbors for their kind support at this very sad time. We greatly appreciate all your kind words, your time and the generous material and financial contributions we received.

During a time like this we realize how truly blessed we are to have such a loving family and wonderful friends and how much they mean to us. Your presence and kind expression of sympathy will always be remembered.

Our grateful thanks are extended to: Dr. Walunir, President, Ao Union Delhi Dr. Hentok, Deputy Director attached to Nagaland House Delhi Mrs. Imkongla Jamir, IAS, PS to Minister HRD Delhi Pastor Alemba, Delhi Ao Arogo Mr. Nungsanglemba Ao, Director DPR (Defence) Delhi Mr. & Mrs. Imsenchuba, Delhi Lepzuk & Aosungkum Delhi Merali Dimapur Ao Baptist Arogo.

We regret our inability to mention the names and thank each and everyone, but it is our sincere prayer that the Lord blesses you all.

-Loving Mom, Dad, Wife, Childre n & Sisters

briefed about the festival of Hokah and urged the gathering to continue such celebrations in future also.

Highlights of the festival included dances by cultural troupes from Nokhu, Nokhu Noking, Choklangan, Langnok, Nokhu Range Noklak, Kingniu, Aniangan and Kingpao. Special songs were presented by Nokshio band and Choiphen Langpha band.

Wokha, January 11 (DIPr): The monthly District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) meeting was held on January 11 at Deputy Commissioner Conference Hall, Wokha. The meeting was chaired by Vice Chairman DPDB and DC, Wokha, Robin Lotha. Work distribution for Republic Day celebration was prepared during the meeting where the Chairman requested all departments involved to take their assigned task seriously for the successful conduct of the celebration.

Implementing Committee for four (4) Assembly Constituencies under LADP and Common Pool was also finalised. The following are the chairmen and members, 37th ACSDO (C) HQ, DHO (Horti) and Assistant Er. CAWD, 38th AC-ADC (HQ), E.E R & B Wokha and DFO (Fishery) 39th AC-SDO (C) Sanis, DPO Land Resource Development and SDO R&B Sanis, 40th AC-ADC Bhandari, E.E. R&B Bhandari and BDO Bhandari.

The committee will oversee the works that are being implemented under LADP and Common Pool for 2015-16. SDEO Bhandari gave a power point presentation on the activities of the department.

Final publication of E-Roll Mokokchung, January 11 (DIPr): Addl. Deputy Commissioner & Electoral Registration Officer, Mokokchung, Bendanglila has informed that the list of amendments to the draft Electoral Roll for all the Assembly constituencies of Mokokchung district has been prepared with reference to 01-01-2016 as qualifying date and in accordance with the registration of Electors Rule, 1960. A copy of the said Roll together with the said list of amendments has been published and is also available for inspection in the office of the ADC & ERO Mokokchung.

LSU general conference from today Mokokchung, January 11 (MExn): The Langpangkong Students Conference (LSU) 31st general conference-cum-sports meet will be held at Tuli from January 12 to 15. Sarbananda Sonowal, Minister of State (Independent Charge) Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India has consented to grace inaugural function as chief guest on January 13 at 11:30 AM. LSU President Taliyanger in a press release informed that on each day of the event, various dignitaries of the State Government shall be attending the programme.

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Police officer Delhi, Dhaka to ink deal for killed, constable 100 MW power to Bangladesh injured in Assam AgArtAlA, JAnuAry 11 (IAnS): India's NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Ltd. (NVVN) and the Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB), both staterun companies, will soon sign an agreement to supply 100 MW of electricity to Bangladesh, Tripura's Power Minister Manik Dey said on Monday.

"Transmission lines are ready to supply 100 MW of power to Bangladesh at any moment. However, the supply would start after an agreement between NVVN and BPDB," Dey told reporters after returning from Bangladesh capital Dhaka.

"In Dhaka, several meetings were held to finalise the power tariff. It was decided that the elec-

tricity would be supplied to Bangladesh at a price of Rs.5.5 per unit."

Dey -- accompanied by officials of the external affairs ministry, power ministry, Central Electricity Authority, and NVVN -- went to Dhaka on Friday and held a series of meetings there with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Minister of State for Power Nasrul Hamid and officials.

"During the meeting, the Bangladesh prime minister was very keen to get more power from India as the country needs 8,000 MW of electricity to meet its energy crisis.

"The Tripura government is also ready to provide more power to Bangladesh if the central

government has no objection," Dey added.

The Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (PGCIL) and the Power Generation Company of Bangladesh (PGCB), both governmentrun companies, set up the 47-km transmission lines on their sides for electricity supply from the Palatana power plant in Tripura.

"Earlier, the supply of 100 MW of power to Bangladesh was supposed to start from December 16, 2015 to keep in mind the Vijay Diwas celebration.

But the transmission lines were not ready and the plan could not materialise," the minister said.

The 100 MW of power will be in addition to the 500 MW Bangladesh is al-

ready receiving from West Bengal.

During his June 6-7 Dhaka visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed power supply from Tripura with his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina.

Modi had declared that India would eventually enhance the power supply to Bangladesh to 1,100 MW. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar, who a few years ago initiated the move to supply 100 MW of power to Bangladesh, had said that after a new 101 MW gas-based power project at Monarchak (10 km from the Bangladesh border) is completed, at least 200 MW of power would be surplus in Tripura.

golAgHAt, JAnuAry 11 (PtI): The officer-in-charge of Borpathar police station was killed and a constable injured in indiscriminate firing by a suspected gang of car lifters.

The officer Binod Phangso was leading a police team during a crackdown operation in Chungajan area along the AssamNagaland border last night when the incident took place, senior officers said.

While chasing, the police team's vehicle confronted indiscriminate firing by a suspected gang of car lifters, officials said.

Along with Phangso, constable Monoj Saikia sustained injuries in the incident.

Both were later rushed to the hospital, where Phangso succumbed to his injuries, they said. Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi today announced a compensation of Rs 20 lakh for the kin of Phangso, who was killed on duty.

In a statement, Gogoi condemned the heinous killing of the OC and said the government would confer CM's Bravery Award posthumously to the late Phangso.

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Myanmar reluctant for trade across Moreh border IMPHAl, JAnuAry 11 (AnI): Myanmar traders are reluctant to start trade with India along the border in Moreh due to poor roads and security concerns.

Director, Ministry of Commerce, Department of Trade Promotion and Consumer Affairs, Aung Mgg, told this to ANI during an interview at the Classic Grand.

Meanwhile, Manipur Government has been working relentlessly to complete construction of the Integrated Check Post ( ICP ) at Moreh, to give impetus to trade between India and the South Asian Countries, including Myanmar by the end of this year.

The First Imphal-Mandalay service carrying 27 officials was flagged off by the Chief Minister of Manipur on the 10th of December 2015.

India's plans to remove travel bottlenecks with Myanmar, with a bus service from this Manipur capital to Mandalay appears to be faced with a major impediment - poor road conditions along the

border areas.

During his visit to Myanmar last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had signed an agreement with its leaders to construct 71 bridges along the road where the Indian buses will ply.

The Myanmar government has started construction of two bridges.

The Union cabinet has also sanctioned Rs.371.58 crore for constructing the remaining 69 bridges.

Recently, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in consultation with the Government of India, decided to do away with the barter system of trade at the Indo-Myanmar border and switch over completely to normal trade with effect from December 1, 2015.

The Governments of India and Myanmar signed Border Trade Agreement on January 21, 1994 and subsequently opened two border trade points/Land Customs Stations (LCS) at Moreh (Manipur) and Zokhawthar (Mizoram).

Local body elections held in Manipur 27 died of drug abuse across Mizoram in 2015 5 booked in Rohtak for forcing Our Correspondent Imphal | January 11

Elections to eighteen Municipal Councils and eight Nagar Panchayats in the four valley districts of Manipur were held peacefully on Monday under tight security.

The polling was by and large peaceful. People lined up at booths to cast their vote since early morning.

The local body elections were held to elect 685 Councillors and 1042 Ward Development Committee (WDC) members.

A total of nine Councillors and 162 WDC members

had already been declared elected unopposed. In the elections, the Congress fielded 189 candidates, 181 candidates from BJP, 280 from Independent and 16 from CPI. Voting in the four districts was conducted from 8 am till 4 pm amid tight security. No untoward incidents were reported during the polling.

Counting of vote will take place on January 15.

In Bishnupur, the poll percentage was recorded as 81.13. The election was held in six Municipal Councils and one Nagar Panchayat in the district. For the first time

in the state, only women personnel were deployed for poll duty at two polling stations in Nambol.

Polling was disrupted at two booths Imphal East’s Jiribam subdivision when a scuffle ensued between workers of INC and BJP. But timely intervention by police allowed the voting to continue till 4 pm. 10 Councillors and 20 Ward members are to be elected from the subdivision where polling was conducted at 20 booths.

In the subdivision, the INC put 10 candidates, seven by BJP and 10 from Independent.

AIZAWl, JAnuAry 11 (PtI): At least 27 people including three women, died in Mizoramdue to drug abuse in 2015, according to the record maintained by the state excise and narcotics department.

Of the 27 deaths, nine died due to heroin addiction, four due to abuse of spasmo proxyvon and parvon spas, while 19 died due to consumption of a mixture of different kinds of intoxicating drugs, the record said.

At least 1,342 people including 141 women have died in the state due to drugs in the state since 1984, when the first drug-related death was reported, it said.

Except for the initial six years, till 1989 when heroin-related deaths were high, more and more people died due

to spasmo proxivon, a clinical painkiller drug widely abused by the youth in Mizoram.

Out of the 1,342 deaths since 1984 till last year, 1,164 died due to abuse of spasmo proxyvon and parvon spas, while heroin claimed 109 lives, the report said.

State excise and narcotics department officials said there has been considerable increase in heroin trafficking through the porous Mizoram-Myanmar border during the last two years and the cost of heroin in the local market had come down over the years.

The state shares a 404 km long international border with Myanmar and the infamous Golden Triangle makes Mizoram vulnerable to drug trafficking, the officials added.

Clean Arunachal Fortnight to Meghalaya permitting mining be observed from Feb 1 to 13 under "garb" of transportation: NGT ItAnAgAr, JAnuAry 11 (PtI): With the motto and the theme 'My city, My pride! I'll Clean It' the 'Clean Arunachal Fortnight' will be observed from February 1 to 13 next as a curtain raiser to the much awaited 30 years of Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day celebrations on February 20 this year.

A brainchild of Chief Secretary Ramesh Negi, the campaign is aimed at keeping Arunachal Pradesh clean for a healthy environment where each and every citizen of the state is a stakeholder, an official release said.

A preliminary meeting was convened

by Negi with Commissioner General Administration, Secretary Finance, Secretary Planning, Secretary Art

and Culture, DC Capital, Chief Estate Officer and representatives of Urban Development and PWD today in this regard. An action plan to materialise the campaign is being worked out and concerned deputy commissioners will work out the plans for their respective districts.

There will be 9 zones in Itanagar and four zones in Naharlagun to ensure complete cleanliness drive where every stakeholder will render one hour of social service in the morning during the fortnight, the release said. The students will take part in this campaign within the school and their neighbourhood, the release added.

nEW DElHI, JAnuAry 11 (PtI): The National Green Tribunal today pulled up the Meghalaya government saying it was allowing mining in the state under the "garb" of coal transportation. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar said there was rampant illegal coal mining going on in the state despite various prohibitory orders passed by it. "Local commissioners appointed by the tribunal have submitted reports indicating that there is illegal mining going on in the state.

Under the garb of transporta-

tion, you leave your extracted coal and take out coal from the mines. This is mockery of our orders," the bench said.

On December 23, last year, the green panel had extended the time for transportation of extracted coal in Meghalaya till May 15 and fixed February 15 as the last date for payment of royalty after the state government informed it that if extracted coal is not transported before the rainy reason then it may cause pollution in rivers.

It had, however, said the extension was being given for the last time and this be treated

as final opportunity to the state government. It had also directed the Meghalaya government to submit mining guidelines to Ministry of Coal within four weeks. During today proceedings, the Meghalaya government told the tribunal that it was taking all steps to ensure that there is no illegal mining and there is proper check on the transportation of coal. The green bench has prohibited mining in the entire state of Meghalaya but allowed transportation of extracted coal kept in the open with due "checks and balances".

Manipur quake is another wake-up call for India PG Dhar Chakrabarti

The tremor that shook the Northeastern states and West Bengal on January 4 must be treated as an urgent wake-up call. The earthquake, which had its epicentre at Tamenglong in Manipur, is the 20th such quake of magnitude 6 or higher on the Richter Scale to hit the region in the past century or so.

It only re-confirms that the seismic faultlines of the eastern Himalayas are hyper-active. At least two of these earthquakes — the great Assam earthquakes of 1897 and 1950 — had crossed magnitude 8.5 and above — causing widespread devastation in the region. Scientists have been warning that the ‘return period’ of such big earthquake in the eastern Himalayas is long overdue.

Harsh Gupta, former director of the National Geophysical Research Institute, Hyderabad, is more specific in his warning: “Moderate magnitude to great earthquakes in the northeast India region is found to be preceded, generally, by well defined earthquake swarms and quiescence periods.

On the basis of earthquake swarm and quiescence period, an area bound by 21 deg N and 25½ deg N latitude and 93 deg E and 96 deg E longitude is identified to be the site of a possible future earthquake of M 8 + 1½ with a focal depth of 100 +/-40 km. This earthquake should occur any time from now onwards.”

The impact of such a mega earthquake would be many times more devastating than in the past. In

VACANCY

1951, the population of the region was 8 million, today it has crossed 50 million.

The Northeast had hardly any built-up modern infrastructure before the Independence; Today it has a network of roads, bridges, railways, airports, etc. It has more than a million residential and commercial buildings, but many of those don’t comply with the specifications of earthquake-resistant designs and processes.

The recent earthquake in Manipur has once again demonstrated that even many of the newly constructed buildings are not able to withstand the 6.7 quake. So the impact of an 8+ on the Richter Scale tremor on such and other older structures would be devastating.

The National Institute of Disaster Management,

The North East Initiative Development Agency (NEIDA) is looking for Committed Professionals to fill one post as Programme Officer and be a part of a dynamic team for a large-scale multi-stakeholder rural development project being implemented in a Nagaland with support from the Tata Trusts’. The candidate should have at least 10 years of work experience in the health sector including hands on experience in rural areas. The candidate should be a post graduate in public health, epidemiology, health administration, social work, nutrition sciences, or similar disciplines.

Job Posting will be in Kohima and entails extensive travel to rural areas in Nagaland Salary: Will be competitive and shall be commensurate with experience Application Procedures: Please send your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to jobs.nagaland@neida.org.in by January 20, 2015 with your contact details. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for next stage of the selection process.

in collaboration with the United States Geological Service, had developed a scenario of the 1950 earthquake recurring in 2011 and the findings were horrifying. Based on these, a roadmap was developed for earthquake risk mitigation in the North East, but implementation has been dismal.

Earlier in 2007 the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) had released its comprehensive guidelines on management of earthquakes on ‘six pillars of seismic safety’ — earthquake-resistant constructions, retrofitting of lifeline structures, regulation and

enforcement, awareness and preparedness, capacity development and response.

The activities to be taken up under each of these six pillars were to be implemented in two phases, the first completing in June 2009 and the second phase in January 2010. None of these activities have been completed even remotely.

The Manipur earthquake must push the state governments, the NDMA, the ministry of home affairs and the ministry for development of North Eastern Region to get their together so that we are not sleeping when an earthquake strikes again.

ATTENTION ! ATTENTION !

A Naga Guest House is opened at GANESHGURI CHARALI, G.S.ROAD, GUWAHATI. It is within walking distance from/to International Hospital, Dispur Hospital and Nightingale (ENT) Hospital. It offers clean and hygienic Naga food, Indian food, A/C. Rooms with attached bathrooms at reasonable charges.

Contact:  9402696117, 9856822951

Assam woman into prostitution

rotHAK, JAnuAry 11 (Ht): The police have booked five people, including two women, for keeping an Assam-based woman in confinement and forcing her into prostitution in Rohtak.

The matter came to light after the victim managed to escape from a house in Sheetal Nagar area and informed the police. The police have booked Rani, Neha, Sunny and Akash under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and started the investigation. The police have also booked an Assam-based man, Lambudeka, for allegedly kidnapping the victim and bringing her to Rohtak.

Rohtak women police station in-charge Garima said that one of the accused Rani has been arrested and she has confessed to her crime. The victim, Lumbedka brought her to Delhi a week ago with a promise to provide her a job as domestic help, but later handed her over to the Rani and Neha at Rohtak, who locked her in a room and forced her into prostitution. The SHO said the police were making raids to arrest the other accused and family members of the victim had been called to take her back to Assam.

Mizoram celebrates 'Missionary Day' AIZAWl, JAnuAry 11 (PtI): 'Missionary Day', anniversary of the arrival of two Welsh Christian missionaries, was today observed and celebrated across the Christian-dominated north eastern state of Mizoram.

Government offices and educational institutions were closed for the day as the state government declared the day as a public holiday. The local churches of the Baptist Church of Mizoram held prayer and worship services and also organised community feasts. Rev JH Lorrain and Rev FW Savidge had arrived in the then Lushai country (Mizoram) by boat from Assam on January 11, 1894 and spread Christianity which resulted in conversion of almost all the Mizos to the new religion. The Welsh missionaries were responsible for the establishment of the Presbyterian Church in northern part of Mizoram and the Baptist Church in the southern part of the state.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES NAGALAND : KOHIMA

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PRESS RELEASE

In the interest of the public safety, the following DO's and DON’TS, and information are published for information.

Sl. DO'S no 1. Call and inform Fire Services immediately as and when Fire Breaks out.

2. Give right and precise information and be prepared to receive reciprocating calls.

3. Use Fire Extinguisher at the initial stage to contain Fire, every Minute counts.

4. Inform Power Department to cut off power line in the locality to avoid further Disasters.

5. Give way to Fire Tenders to pass unobstructed. Accidents won’t be entertained by the Fire Department.

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Don’t disturb or instruct Fire Personnel while in action.

Don’t drag the Delivery Hose while fire personnel are combating fire.

Fire sirens are not to be used by any other Individuals or Organization. VIPs and other Utility Services may kindly use their respective Sirens.

Locate source and supply water at the vicinity Don’t pour Water on Oil and Electric fire. Incorof Fire Incident. rect use of Extinguishers may be disastrous.

Every household should maintain a small wa- Don’t touch any Fire Equipments unless called ter tank to meet any Fire Hazards before fire for help, otherwise it may be fatal.

Personnel arrive.

Kitchen Fire/Gas, Candles, Lamps, etc., Don’t flood the affected surrounding with water should be properly extinguished when not in unnecessarily. use.

Use certified and Standard Electrical appli- Don’t leave Cooking and electrical appliances ances viz., Wires, Plugs, Fuse, Switches, unattended.

Sockets, etc.

Faulty Electrical appliances should be re- Don’t lay Wires under Carpets, Mats or Doorpaired or replaced immediately. ways. They get crushed, resulting in Short Circuit.

Strictly adhere to work permit instructions for Don’t overheat or overload appliances and sockwelding, cutting, soldering and other flam- ets with multiple connections. mable works.

Prepare family Fire Evacuation Plans and Don’t throw Fire Crackers indiscriminately in the have regular Mock Drills. open. Keep safe distance from Building, Shops, etc Cable Wires, water Pipe Lines and Electrical Don’t burn Forest, Jungles and Hay Stakes inWires hanging above should be maintained discriminately. to at least 5 metre in height.

Abstain from dragging and giving instruction to trained fire personal, instead render co-operation in case of fire in locality by cordoning off the fire sites.

It is also to inform the general public that, the Fire Tender has the capacities to delivered water @ of 3200 litres per minute and Fire Brigade water Tender has a tank capacity of 4000-7000 litres.

Also, the public are requested not to manhandle the appliance and Fire personnel during Fire fighting as it hamper the Fire personnel in executing their professional works.

D.I.G (F & ES) Nagaland, Kohima

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

Govt to invest Rs 11,000 crore on road infra

New Dehli, JaNuary 11 (PTi): Stating that road accidents cause an annual loss of around Rs 60,000 crore, or 3% of the GDP, to the country, the Road Transport and Highways Minister said the Centre has initiated a slew of steps aimed at minimising such mishaps.

Concerned over alarmingly high number of road accidents in the country, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said the government will spend Rs 11,000 crore over the next five years to improve the road infrastructure.

Stating that road accidents cause an annual loss of around Rs 60,000 crore, or 3% of the GDP, to the country, the Road Transport and Highways Minister said the Centre has initiated a slew of steps aimed at minimising such mishaps.

Marking the start of the Road Safety Week with a ‘Walkathon’ from India Gate, he said that India is among those countries that suffer a very high number of road accidents every year and even wars do not witness such a high number of casualties that the nation

Take several measures to improve road safety is suffering due to this menace.

Chowk, ISBT Kashmere “In a year, five lakh acciGate, Mahipalpur Flyover, dents take place in the counShani Mandir and Shahdatry, in which 1.5 lakh people ra Flyover. Gadkari said that die and another three lakh are a large number of people crippled for life. So many peohave died on these accident ple do not even die in wars. spots, of which the majority This is a serious concern,” were in the age group of 25Gadkari said.

33 years.

The Minister said that India • “The government will can learn in this regard from spend Rs 11,000 crore in Sweden that witnessed just the next five years to imone accident last year. prove the situation and Here are some measures work will soon start in corthat the government is proposrecting problems related to ing to cut down on fatal road 10 identified black spots in accidents in the country: Delhi,” he added.

• “The government is com• Gadkari said the governmitted to make National ment has identified and Highways accident-proof started work on ten maand has taken a number of jor accident black spots in steps to improve the situaDelhi. The ten black spots tion including launch of a identified include Sarai website where people can Kale Khan, Kashmere Gate inform about such spots chowk (Morigate), Nigam and improving the road Bodh Ghat, Mukundpur engineering, construction Chowk, Dr Bhahbha Marg of flyover and underpasses crossing, Punjabi Bagh etc,” he said.

• Terming it unfortunate that about 30% of driving licenses were “bogus” in the country, he said that the system for grant of licence would be made electronic.

• On safety measures in vehicles, he said that “no car will be built without airbag and trucks cabin will require mandatory air-conditioned fittings”.

• Stating that the focus is also on developing light helmets as available in Korea, Gadkari urged people to adhere to traffic rules and expressed hope that Parliament will soon pass the Road Transport and Safety Bill which has a number of steps to minimise road accidents.

• He said the government was aiming to reduce accidents by at least 50% and roads are being equipped with CCTVs in 12 cities to check the traffic violation.

• At the Walkathon event, Home Minister Rajnath Singh said that a life is lost every four minutes in road accidents and stressed on the need for a National Road Safety Authority.

• Minister for Science and Technology Harsh Vardhan, who was also present on this occasion, stressed on the need to make fastening of seat belts mandatory for people in the back seat of vehicles.

• Vardhan recalled the accidents causing death of former Union Minister Gopinath Munde and exDelhi CM Sahib Singh Verma, while also mentioned the mishap taken place with the BJP’s Mathura MP Hema Malini.

• He further said there should be norms for building speedbreakers as faulty designs often cause accidents, and also demanded a ban

on use of horns as prevailed in many countries.

• The Minister also urged the youth not to use mobiles while driving and stressed on the need for adequate safety measures to prevent accidents.

Delhi Police commissioner B S Bassi said people should adhere to road safety norms on the ground of humanity rather than out of fear of paying penalty or suspension of driving licence. Delhi alone witnessed 1,500 deaths in road accidents last year, he said.

Road Transport and Highways Secretary Sanjay Mitra said the government was creating awareness among people regarding the reasons causing road accidents.

Cricketer Gautam Gambhir also urged people to follow traffic rules to reduce road accidents.

The walkathon was organised by the Ministry of Road

Transport and Highways in association with the Delhi Police and the Society for Indian Automobile Manufactures (SIAM) to create awareness about road safety among general public and to solicit their active participation in the road safety movement.

The Ministry along with Public Works Department of Delhi government and International Road Federation (IRF) have chalked out a plan to treat and remove ten major accident black spots identified

by Delhi Traffic police on a priority basis in the capital.

However, the total number of accident spots identified by the Traffic Police are 128 in Delhi.

Simple engineering measures such as improving visibility by removing hazards, installation of street lighting, redesigning of junctions and roadway to accommodate the needs of pedestrians and cyclists, provision of appropriate road markings and traffic signs etc are measures which reduce road accidents.

Rlys seeks suggestions for Harley-Davidson to organise biggest India H.O.G. rally Car sales hit record high in India Delhi, JaNuary dia will present a special 2015 ended on a positive note Over 2 million units sold in 2015 formulating hawker policy 11New(NDTV auTo): Har- display of 2016 motorcycles for Harley-Davidson with

New Delhi, JaNuary 11 (PTi): Railways are seeking suggestions from stakeholders to formulate a holistic hawker policy for the public transporter.

“There is a need for a hawker policy which takes into consideration the interest of all stakeholders. The policy should aim at providing social justice to the hawkers and at the same time not lead to operational bottlenecks,” said a senior Railway Ministry official.

Besides transporting passengers and goods, Railways also provide a means of living to many including hawkers.

“We have sought suggestions from all the stakeholders for drafting of a policy on hawking in Indian Railways which is holistic and addresses the concerns of all in an effective manner,” he said.

Railways have invited suggestions at hawkerpolicy2016@gmai1.com by March 31, 2016.

“There are many licensed and unlicensed hawkers earning their livelihood because of railways.

“On the one hand these hawkers want more access to the railway premises and on the other hand, there are passenger associations which time and again raise the demand about regulating unauthorised hawking at stations and trains,” the official said.

There are also complaints that many times these hawkers are seen selling prohibited items like tobacco and occupying spaces in railways stations, coaches and foot-over bridges which becomes a safety hazard and restricts movement of bonafide passengers.

So there is a requirement for firming up a policy taking into account all stakeholders to address the issue, he said. Besides hawker policy, railways have also sought stakeholders’ views on setting up of Rail Development Authority.

and curate an exciting lineup of activities.

“The India H.O.G. Rally is going to be a a grand celebration of the adventure-loving, rebellious spirit of Harley-Davidson and we look forward to riding with our customers, many of whom will attending it for the very first time,” said Vikram Pawah, Managing Director, Harley-Davidson India.

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ley-Davidson is organising the biggest ever H.O.G. Rally in India on February 18, 2016 in Goa. Thousands of H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) members along with their families from across the country are expected to participate in the meet, sharing their passion for freedom, self expression and adventure.

As many as 6,000 Harley-Davidson riders are expected to participate at the meet, the 4th India H.O.G. Rally. The celebrations will continue at India Bike Week on February 19-20, 2016 where Ha rl e y -Da vidson I n -

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more than 12,000 HarleyDavidson motorcycles sold in India, since the company commenced operations in the country in 2010. In 2015, Harley-Davidson India continued its strategic expansion in the country by opening dealerships in Tier II cities - Lucknow, Nagpur and Coimbatore. The company now has 20 dealerships across 17 locations across India.

2015 was also celebrated as the “Year of Customisation” by Harley-Davidson India as it saw a showcase of customised motorcycles at the H.O.G. rallies and Harley Rock Riders Season VI. At Harley Rock Riders Season VI, five independent bike builder - TJ Moto, TNT Motorcycles, MotoMiu, Godspeed Customs and EIMOR Customs came together to compete for the title of “Custom Champion 2015”.

New Delhi, JaNuary 11 (The hiNDu): Despite fragmented recovery in demand, passenger car industry in the country has ended the year 2015 with about 10 per cent growth in sales. Also, total car sales in the country crossed two million units for the first time. The previous highest was 1,998,703 units in 2012.

The calendar year saw passenger vehicle (include cars, utility vehicles (UVs) and vans), heavy trucks and buses, light passenger segment and scooters reporting positive growth, while light trucks, three wheelers and bikes registered fall in volumes.

Domestic passenger car sales rose 9.8 per cent to 2,034,015 units in 2015 as against 1,852,545 units in 2014. UVs reported a rise of 3.58 per cent at 565,638 units when compared with 546,088 units. However, vans reported a very marginal rise to 173,092 units from 172,103 units.

“Positive consumer sentiment, new launches and increasing disposable incomes are driving the growth in car sales,” according Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers Association.

“With RBI cutting repo rate by 75 bps this fiscal, lower interest rates on passenger vehicle loans helped support demand,” it added.

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The cost of ownership remained stable in 2015-16 for petrol vehicles.

For diesel vehicles, it is estimated to be lower by 2-4 per cent as compared to FY15 with petrol and diesel expected to decline by 6-8 per cent and 1214 per cent respectively for 2015-16.

In medium and heavy commercial vehicle segment, trucks reported a growth of 31.39 per cent at 237,952 units when compared with 181,105 units. Bus segment’s volumes stood at 42,436 units as against 34,529 units.

In the case of light commercial vehicle (LCV) segment, passenger category managed to post 11.37 per cent growth at 47,814 units, while small trucks remained in negative lane with 6.7 per cent fall in volumes at 324,389 units (347,702 units).

With robust demand for automatic scooters, total sales in the scooter segment grew 12.94 per cent at 4,880,117 units (4,320,925), while motorcycle sales, hit by poor rural demand, fell by 3.42 per cent at 10,523,909 units (10,896,687 units).

Moped sales fell by 6.38 per cent at 718,296 units (767,275 units).

In three wheelers, both goods and passenger segments reported 5.14 per cent and 2.86 per cent fall in sales respectively.

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NSCN (R) question GPRN/NSCN actions DimaPur, January 11 (mExn): Arguing all the workers of all Naga Political Groups (NPGs) settling down in Dimapur enjoys “free atmosphere,” the NSCN (R) today questioned the GPRN/NSCN for selective targeting and implied that such tactics might become a “liability” for peace.

In a press statement received here, the Secretary M.I.P. NSCN/ GPRN (Reformation) cited the “attacking” of its office in Padumphukhuri on December 1 and

2 as well as the arrest of its cadres allegedly by GPRN/ NSCN on January 10.

NSCN (R) claimed that its cadres - Peshu C.C.M, Lieut. Col. Ganat and Lieut.

Chumben - were arrested “without any reason” by GPRN/NSCN last night in Dimapur.

“Dimapur is not the kitchen or garden of some faction,” it said further noting that shooting and firing at fellow Nagas was ‘undesirable and unacceptable’ at this juncture and every Naga should raise up

against such anti- Naga activities of GPRN/NSCN. In this context, the MIP statement maintained that while Gen. Khole is a legendary leader in Naga political movement and can be remembered as a man of peace who always stressed for Naga unity and reconciliation; his ideology had been “murdered” and undermined by his own men.

“His ideology is at the verge of destruction once and for all by his own men” it claimed adding that it is great loss for the Nagas.

nPCC call for emergency Meeting Kohima, January 11 (mExn): There will be an emergency meeting of NPCC Office Bearers, Vice

Presidents, General Secretaries and Secretaries on January 13, 11AM at Congress Bhavan, Kohima. A

coordination meeting for R-Day Kohima, January 11 (DiPr): Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi has informed that a co-ordination meeting to chalk out the programme in connection with work distribution and ground arrangement etc for this year Republic Day Celebration at Kohima will be held on January 12, 1PM in the Deputy Commissioner’s Conference Hall Kohima.

The following entities are requested to attend the meeting without fail.

1. The Director, Youth Resources & Sports, Nagaland, Kohima.

2. The Director, Art & Culture, Nagaland, Kohima.

3. The Commandant, 4th NAP, Thizama.

4. The Commandant, 19th Assam Rifles, Kohima.

5. The Superintendent of Police, Kohima.

6. The Commandant, CRPF/ BSF/Home Guards.

7. The Commandant, NCC Group HQ, Kohima.

8.TheStateCommissioner,Bharat Scouts & Guides, Kohima.

9. The Administrator, Kohima Municipal council.

10. The Chief Engineer, PWD (housing), Kohima.

11. The Station Director, Doordarshan/AIR, Kohima.

12. The Civil Surgeon, Kohima.

13. The District Sports Officer, Kohima.

14. The District Public Relations Officer, Kohima.

15. The District Education Officer, Kohima.

16. The Executive Engineer, PHE/ Power/PWD (Secretariat Complex.)

17. The Secretary, Indian Red Cross, Kohima.

18. The Regional Transport Officer, Kohima.

19. The President, Nagaland Contractors & Suppliers/ Puliebadze Club/Lion Club/ Royal Club/Classic Club/ Rotary Club/Booster Club/ Kerala Club/Gorkha public panchayat, Chandmari/ Muslim Union, Kohima/

Kohima Press Club/Hindu kalyan Samithi/Indian Red Cross Nagaland State Branch/Nagaland Voluntary women Association/Beauty and Aesthetic Society of Nagaland/Nagaland Adventure Club/Nagaland Flying & Adventure Sports Association/ Kohima pastor Union.

20.ThePresident,KohimaChamber of Commerce.

21. The Secretary, Zilla Sainik Board, Kohima.

22. All HQ Administrative Officers, Kohima.

23. The President, Flowers Growers Association, Nagaland C/o M/S Kaisa Rio.

108 people booked under NLTP Act in December

press note from NPCC Media Cell requested all the concerned to attend the DimaPur, January meeting positively.

11 (mExn): A total of 108 individuals were arrested and 866 bottles of IMFL & Beer were detected during the month of December by Superintendent of Excise Mobile Squad Dimapur, an excise department officcial informed today.

They were booked un-

der relevant NPLT Act 1989 and the seized articles were deposited in the of Excise Mobile Squad Malkana, the Superintendent of Excise (MS), Katoho Sumi added in a press note.

It further maintained that information relating to transportation and stock of illegal liquor and drugs from

any quarter will be highly person on possession of 24 appreciated and acted upon bottles of beer, 24 bottles of promptly by the unit. rum and 24 bottles of whiskey. The Excise official inSpecial Surveillance dentified the accused as Lati Team arrest one Thepa, a resident of 6th mile Meanwhile, the Super- Dimapur. He was booked intendent of Excise Mobile under relevant NPLT Act Squad Dimapur Special Sur- and the seized articles were veillance Team lead by AIE deposited in the of Excise Rukhriezetuo arrested one Mobile Squad Malkana.

Birthday GreetinGs

Draft E-Roll notified for Dimapur, Tuensang M

the staff of nagaland Zoological Park and 1st naP personals posted in its vicinity successfully conducted a cleanliness drive at the Zoo premise today. Like-minded concerned citizens of Dimapur and other organisation also joined the drive. The Officer-inCharge of the zoo, Obed Bohovi swu in a press note on behalf of the management of the Zoo has expressed gratitude to the organiser of the cleanliness drive.

DimaPur, January 11 (mExn): The list of amendment to the draft electoral roll for assembly constituencies in Dimapur and Tuensang has been notified for public information, informed the respective Electoral Registration

Officer of the district.

The list has been prepared with reference to January 1, 2016 as the qualifying date and in accordance with registration of Electoral Rules 1960, informed press notifications from Electoral Registration.

The copies of the aforementioned list will be available for public inspection at the respective Electoral Registration Office of the district, it added.

The Assemblies Constituencies in Dimapur are:- Dimapur –I, Dimapur

II, Dimapur –III, GhaspaniI and Ghaspani III. The Assembles Constituencies in Tuensang District are 51-Noksen, 52-LongkhimChare, 53 Tuensang Sadar I, 54 Tuensang Sadar 2, 56 – Noklak, 57-Thonoknyu and 58 - Shamator Chessore.

y dear darling wife Dr Ranjana, "Many many happy returns of the day. Good morning and happy birthday 12 Jan. May Lord bless u abundantly and give good health."

From your husband Sanjay Pandey. Daughter Sangeeta sons Riyon and Rishi. Sis Sharda and Ama Nirmala and sweet noy Max

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Retrospection on prophetic words about Nagaland Revisiting the Beautiful Game

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he Nagas are in dire need of change because we have already suffered a lot in the hands of evil activists in the past three decades. For change, we need to introspect into the past mistakes and misdeeds and reform ourselves for a better life and succeed in our cherish goal.

Unless we realize, repent from our past misdeeds or reject outright the mischievous leaders, we cannot expect any change to happen in our land. Burma has stepped into a changed situation because its people had outrageously rejected the dictatorial rule of Military regime by a vote of landslide majority in November 2015 election.

We are all Christians and believe that from the beginning God our Lord has been leading and protecting our nation.

In the beginning of our struggle there was only the NNC and God who was leading the Naga nation through the leadership of the NNC. But some of our leaders went astray from the path God was leading and led the nation into a bloody path. None of the prophetic words that emanated from the Holy Spirit was accepted by them. And this is how the prophetic words had been fulfilled is the years that followed.

In September 1974, the Naga Army first batch under the leadership of Th. Muivah, NNC General Secretary and Army Commander Lt. Col. Pamre Tangkhul were sent from Ighanumi Headquarters in Sema Region. And the second batch was sent in November 1974 under the leadership of Isak Swu the then Chaplee Kilonser (Finance Minister) with Col. Vedai Moire Chakhesang as Military Commander.

When the second batch started from the Camp, the word of God came through His servant saying: “All of you should obey me and keep my words, and strictly follow as I Command you. If you do not obey me, even misunderstanding will happen among the national workers and they will quarrel against each other. And there many lives will be lost which would even be much more than what you have lost in the hands of your enemy.

Therefore, be careful”.

These prophetic words had been fulfilled, since Muivah and Isak defected from the NNC/ FGN and formed so-called socialist government in 1980 and then started killings their own Nagas.

They killed top Naga national leaders, top Naga Army officers, national workers and many people who refused to support the NSCN. According to R.N. Ravi’s report of July 2014, the NSCN fought against

their own fellow Nagas 4125 times from 1980 to 2013 and killed 2740 of their own people. In his list, the more than one thousand Nagas who were killed in Eastern Nagaland was not included. Mr. Ravi explicitly mentioned that even during the ceasefire period from 1997 to 2013, they had killed more than 1800 Nagas in more than 3000 clashes with their own fellow Nagas. Can anyone then consider that they are fighting for the Nagas?

In 1975, when the Indian Army of more than five Divisions started heavy operation against the Naga nation, the words of God was revealed to Chaplain Thehü, Naga Army Chaplain saying: “I am bringing peace to the Nagas soon so that they would celebrate the Christmas of 1975 peacefully with their family members and parents.” This was fulfilled when the Shillong Accord was signed and restored peace once again in Nagaland.

After signing the Shillong Accord, the words of God was revealed once again through Naga Army Head Chaplain Vephi Dozo saying; “I don't want bloodshed between Indians and Nagas, so I brought peace to Nagaland in order to solve the Indo-Naga conflict through peaceful means. The Government of India will apply her cunning policies against the Nagas so as to make you Nagas to commit mistake on your own accord in your national affairs.

You should have peace with India, but do not accept the constitution of India, because if you once accept it, you will be bound by the law of India. The Shillong Accord was not the outcome of human wisdom, but I (Almighty) had done it before it was signed.”

And God further said, “See your Yehzabo Article 143 and 144 and issue a statement”.

Restoration of peace in Nagaland was the fulfillment of the words of God and we having many factions are also its fulfillments.

The NSCN leaders have no political vision. Their first objective was to achieve Naga independent by armed might, secondly to talk with GoI for autonomous state based on Suisa’s proposal. This led to split NSCN into two factions. Thirdly, they proceeded to internationalize the Indo-Naga case and joined the UNPO (Unrepresented People and Nations Organization). Fourthly, they have peace with India, then came back to India and started political negotiation for greater autonomy and integration. Fifthly, they went for alternative arrangement.

Sixthly, they went for Supra state status and then Pan Naga status

and now seventhly, for a Shared Sovereignty arrangement with India. This is a mad political game which will bring shame to the Naga nation. Even then, they are saying, “People without orientation is like a ship without a rudder” (Quoted NSCN-IM statement Dec. 27, 2015). The above quoted NSCN IM statement is ironically a befitting description themselves because they have no straight forward guiding policy.

Their works showed that they have no political vision and they are committing a terrible mistake in the Naga national affairs. All these events are but fulfillment of the prophetic words which had warned the Nagas that India will play politic to make the Nagas commit a mistake on their own national affairs.

The Naga leaders who had political vision formed the Naga National Council in 1946 and declared the age-old Independence of Nagaland to the outside world on 14th August 1947 and also conducted the Naga national Plebiscite on May 16, 1951 and affirmed the declaration of Independence by 99.9% of Naga people. With all these political actions behind them, the Nagas had spoken with one voice for only one issue which was to remain independent as in ancient times. But the NSCN-IM has many issues such as indigenous issue, autonomy state, greater Nagaland, integration, alternative arrangement, supra state, shared sovereignty and so on.

In September 17, 1977, the word of God was revealed to His servant saying; “The Naga leaders who contemplate to achieve the Nagas national goal by their own wisdom and power will destroy the Naga nation. This will become fulfilled when Muivah and Isak attempt to achieve the Naga national goal by their own wisdom and with the power of guns. Therefore, at this hour, we should all stand by our forefathers stand for one voice and for one issue only.

In 1984, the word of God was revealed to an NSCN women and a boy by the name of Kummo from Chanlam village saying; “Stop fighting against the Nagas and reunite with the NNC. If you do not obey me, the NSCN will be broken into factions and more killings among you will happen and more Naga lives will be lost.

This has been exactly fulfilled.

When we scrutinize the Shillong Accord, we see God’s hand delivering Nagaland from the hands of enemy when the enemy had heavily besieged Nagaland. If there was no hand of God how can the accord become null

and void in itself? By the signing of the Accord the enemy’s operation came to a halt and the nation was saved. But mischievous leaders who are now factional leaders used the accord to justify their evil intentions. Even after 40 years of the Accord, the joint Council of NSCM-IM stated on 27th Dec. 2015, that’ The Nagas were placed in a perilous situation when NNC had failed to uphold the national trust by signing the infamous Shillong Accord in 1975.” Indeed by the signing of the accord, the periled lives of Nagas were saved.

But the NSCN created a perilous situation in Nagaland after God our Lord brought peace to Nagaland. As a result, they have killed many Nagas which is more than what the Indian Army had killed after the Shillong Accord.

The NSCN-IM will never admit to the killing of thousands of their own people. Telling lies and bringing false accusations are sins in the sight of God and against the Naga nation. Can we believe that God will lead such mischievous people to build the Naga nation? We know from the Bible that God did not allow King David to build His temple because he killed thousands of man.

This time too, the words of Holy Spirit have revealed on 8th September 2015 to the Shisha Hoho prayer group that “The recently signed Framework Agreement will not lead to peace, but will lead to bloodshed. If Nagas accept this Framework, God will cut down the big trees and the Oak trees (meaning big leaders) of the Nagas. Shillong Accord was meant to bring peace, but it became a stumbling block for the Nagas. God’s eyes are always upon the Nagas, but the Naga people have gone mad. God is pure and for this reason, God is urging the Nagas to stand in the name of God and to follow Him”.

It is no doubt; they will truly kill many Nagas again if they implement the framework agreement like they have killed nearly two thousand Nagas after they reached the so-called ceasefire agreement with Indian Army.

As the Holy Spirit said, the framework agreement will not bring peace, and also it won’t be a solution for the Nagas. Shared Sovereignty has no meaning for the Nagas. India cannot share its sovereignty with China or Burma, so also the Nagas cannot. Let no Nagas be deceived by the NSCN-IM any more but let us stand firm in the name God our Lord and speak in one voice for one issue only.

Thomas, NNC Member

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magine yourself a diehard football fan. Let us suppose that FIFA, out of the blue, has decided to conduct the next World Cup Final in your hometown. What would your reaction be like? Wow! Give me five – a thousand times.

Certainly, there would be a sense of incredulity. I guess the expressions will be priceless. No wonder in this part of the world, the beautiful game has caught the attention of the beholder’s eye, young and old alike.

Perhaps, the game is never boring. Unlike the never ending cricket test match, football requires a little more than an hour. This is good enough for anyone to relax and watch it.

As we know, football is an art. With individual brilliance as an exception, it requires solid team work in the pitch, i.e., from goal keeping to playmaker till the striking position. Of course the philosophy and method of play differs significantly from one team to another. The managing coach remains an integral part of the team. Not to mention the decision of match officials and referees who ensure safety of the game within a given rule.

So far so good, the mercurial fans are an icing on the cake.

Over the years and decades, the game has produced extraordinary players and legends. With the presence of gifted players such as Maradona, Pele, Cruff, Zidane, Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Neymar, five times Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi and host of others, the game is always turning more special than ever. Their unique styles and signature moves have not ceased to amaze the audience across the footballing world.

The story of the beautiful game, however, does not end here. Indeed, as in movie, there is a shift in the plot. The intended shift is more of a metaphor or an analogy where the focus is obsessively not on the football game per se. Rather, it is just a passing reference to something more engaging as we revisit our societal context today. While not forgetting the beautiful game, I think, there is

a need to raise questions pertaining to issues that concerns us.

Consider ourselves, including our immediate associates– fellow tribe, fellowship, political group, business partner, office and professional colleague, farming folk, clubbed in the same team. Here, the imaginary team is referred to society. Would we not try to do everything possible in order to bring the best outcome? In saying this, I would not advocate the kind of result-oriented action or adhere to strict legality. For any scheme of things or act driven by result alone can be both misleading and devastating.

For in doing so the decency and the sanctity of the beautiful game often stand at a losing end. Sadly, this phenomenon is costing us dearly as we increasingly surge our pursuit towards such direction. Therefore, couple of questions arise.

How do we know that we are in a critical phase of history? How can we adequately address this precarious situation we are in?

I suppose there is no readymade guidebook or easy explanation to it.

Today, it is quite understandable that a society in transition faces scores of unprecedented turmoil, public frustration and social discontent.

At the heart of such crisis, and under the vicious system, the ultimate victims are the people themselves.

Reflecting on the seasons that have gone by, we often find ourselves at lost in the face of such predicaments. Amidst the tumultuous events, a great deal of reasoning is embarked upon. The ever widening gap within the society is an alarming threat to the good human life. Where do we go now? Surely, there must be a password to unlock the dilemma. On this note, I wish to bring the “beautiful game” in perspective so as to draw a lesson.

Noticeably, the Catalan experiment is one of its kinds. The Catalan club, FC Barcelona, has firmly established itself as a powerhouse over the past few decades. The reason behind this is pretty simple.

Set a foundation or perhaps, an academy that re-

volves around a sound philosophy. Apparently, Johan Cruff has been credited to have propounded the “Total football.” The idea is to play a free flowing football in the pitch. The manifestation of this philosophy is popularly called “tiki taka” or one touch pass. It is true that the club has achieved so much success in terms of winning trophies and accolades. Besides winning, they continue to exhibit one of the most attractive footballing styles which remain uniquely beautiful.

Let alone the beautiful game, there is the social world which is even more spirited. Plainly speaking, however, the social world is also subjected to multiple complexities. Nonetheless, the basic objective of a given society is to figure out the values, virtues and the philosophy or worldview with which it can embrace. Only then can a society exhibit a decent and free flowing encompassing life. Undoubtedly, there are traces and footprints that help us rediscover the flourishing life amidst the roaring tidal waves.

It is true that we have been living under our own stereotypical shadow for too long. It is true that we are barred from exhibiting the good life because of the sustained injuries we have suffered for seasons together. It is true that we have faced the brunt of injustices. It is true that we are obliged to carry the age old baggage. It is true that the misplaced influences have made our life difficult to strike a balance. In my observation, these are some of the blind spots obstructing the society’s vision.

Well, a new season has arrived. The time has come for us to defy the odds. The Catalan experiment is a useful tool here. Stay resolute to one’s hard earned values, hold fast the virtues, and build a society upon sound philosophy. The rest history will say. Likewise, are we prepared for such change?

Could we collectively reason together? Remember, a thing of beauty is a joy forever. Behold! We live in an extraordinary time.

The author is a Research Student at JNU, New Delhi.

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The Future of Sovereignty

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he idea of Sovereignty has, for most of humankind, been limited to a political tool. Its evolution as a political concept needs to be understood within the changing nature of political institutions. In essence, the idea of Sovereignty has never quite been sovereign. Its interpretation is relative to how political power is organized, this means that Sovereignty cannot be seen in absolute terms.

There is no such thing as full-sovereignty or half-sovereignty because it is not implemented in a vacuum, but rather in a relational context. This understanding of the nature of Sovereignty shows that it is determined by the people, and more importantly, for people to be able to exercise their rights and freedoms without interference.

The Magna Carta of 1215 limited the absolute sovereign powers of the King of England. Today, the absolutism of State Sovereignty which dominated international politics for the last 400 years has been critically interrogated by the forces of global events that unfolded since 1991. Fortunately, these events made it possible to challenge the idea of State and Territorial Sovereignty, both in theory and practice. Michel Foucault adds that the end of sovereignty is circular, in the sense that the end of State sovereignty is the exercise of Peoples’ sovereignty. The future of sovereignty undeniably lies with the people, not with the State.

As Foucault points out that the future of sovereignty lies with the people, indeed, Peoples’ Sovereignty empowers them to reclaim and define for themselves the self-determining capacities required for realizing their dignity. Peoples’ Sovereignty in effect implies that they have ownership over their land, their resources, their economies and their lives, which provides an alternative vision of the world best suited for them. It involves the active transitions of both humans and structures as they form right relationships with one another, hence, revealing the natural link between Peoples’ Sovereignty and the principles of shared responsibility in the web of life.

Therefore, for Peoples’ Sovereignty to exist and to translate itself as an existential reality in the global order, it is imperative for peoples’ movements to begin articulating and defining in concrete terms alternative models of State structures, power relations, modes of governance and just patterns of human relationship. This paradigm shift is taking place during the many transitions between humans and structures which is a condition required for the realization of humanity.

The Naga Peoplehood did not originate out of any other Nation or State; rather it emerged with the people through their villages and political communities. Hence, Sovereignty needs to be understood and recognized as originating internally from the Naga people. With this in mind, the Nagas through critical reflection can place themselves in realities that weigh both external and internal factors. The Naga Movement in pursuing its aspirations needs to clarify what it is required to do; and, to determine its own unique path based on contextual implementation. Mere sloganeering coupled with uninformed and distorted information thwarts us from engaging constructively with modern day challenges, and, thus endangering the movement to a disease that some define as “Exhausted Nationalism.”

Nagas need to break down interpersonal barriers, and form new relationships by honestly talking with one another so that a natural praxis or way of being will evolve based on the idea that the freedom of one is linked to the freedom of the other. Like all other struggling peoples, the Nagas only want to both sleep and wake up peacefully in their own homes, enjoy eating meals with family and friends, be assured of their dignity and that of their children, have meaningful work, govern themselves on what they know is best and right, make their own unique path, celebrate together singing and dancing . . . !

The future of sovereignty, inevitably, lies not with the State, but with the Peoples!

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Here comes 'green' coffee for super health benefits

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ou love green tea for its health benefits but what about having a cup of "green coffee"? Well, US scientists have come up with a new invention - parbaked coffee bean where coffee beans are baked at less temperature for super health benefits.

According to biophysicist Dan Perlman from Massachusetts-based Brandeis University, this method of roasting green coffee beans enhances the health benefits of coffee.

Perlman is currently developing the flour milled from parbaked beans both as a food ingredient and a nutritional supplement. "It is a world of difference from the traditional coffee bean," Perlman said.

Research has shown that drinking coffee is good for you. A recent Harvard University study found that people who drank three to five cups a day had a 15 percent lower chance of prematurely dying than non-drinkers. One leading explanation involves a natural chemical compound called chlorogenic acid (CGA).

An antioxidant, CGA is thought to be beneficial in modulating sugar metabolism, controlling blood pressure and possibly treating heart disease and cancer. Unfortunately, when coffee is roasted the traditional way -- typically above 200 degrees Celsius for 10 to 15 minutes -- the CGA content drops dramatically.

Perlman wondered what would happen if the coffee bean was baked for less time and at a lower temperature. This took some trial and error until he got it right. In the end, he determined that parbaking the beans at 200 degrees Celsius at approximately 10 minutes worked best. The concentration of CGA in the bean, around 10 percent of the bean's weight, barely dropped.

Perlman cryogenically mills the bean in an ultra-cold and chemically inert liquid nitrogen atmosphere to protect the bean's beneficial constituents from oxidation. At the end of the process, you get a wheat-coloured flour. Its taste is nutty, pleasant and mild. Perlman sees his coffee flour being blended with regular flours for baking, used in breakfast cereals and snack bars and added to soups, juices and nutritional drinks.

"To compensate for the CGA lost during traditional coffee roasting, it would be possible to blend par-baked beans with regularly roasted ones," he noted.

According to Perlman, parbaking is far less expensive than the extraction methods used to produce the green coffee bean extract supplements currently on the market. The roasting and milling of the beans during Perlman's experimentation process was done with the support of New England Coffee located in Malden, Massachusetts.

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Ralph Nader

12 People Who Made a Difference (and You Can Too!)

Can one person truly make a difference in the world?

Far too many people think not, and thus they sell themselves far too short.

A wave of pessimism leads capable people to underestimate the power of their voice and the strength of their ideals. The truth is this: it is the initiatives of deeply caring people that provide the firmament for our democracy.

Take a sweeping look at history and you will discover that almost all movements that mattered started with just one or two people—from the fight to abolish slavery, to the creations of the environmental, trade union, consumer protection and civil rights movements.

One voice becomes two, and then ten, and then thousands.

It’s fitting that this time of year marks the 79th anniversary of the sitdown strike in Flint Michigan, in which thousands of workers sat down in a General Motors factory to fight for recognition of the newly formed United Auto Workers (UAW) union. On February 11, 1937, General Motors conceded to raising wages and labor standards and recognizing the UAW, a major win for unionization in the United States.

This is an aspect of the American story that most people love and celebrate, yet sadly are quick to dismiss as being improbable in today’s partisan, corporate-dominated world. But, as I often say, real change is easier than you think.

The following twelve men and women maximized their power as citizens to improve the lives of millions of people in real, tangible ways. Let their stories serve as an inspiration to you in the coming year.

1. Lois Gibbs. Lois Gibbs lived with her family in the Love Canal neighborhood of Niagara Falls, NY when news of the toxic contamination beneath their feet made local headlines. Lois organized

her neighbors into what was known as the Love Canal Homeowners Association. Her movement grew to become the country’s largest grassroots anti-toxic movement. She later founded the Center for Health, Environment & Justice.

2. Ralf Hotchkiss. I first met Ralf at Oberlin College over 40 years ago where he was majoring in physics and moving about the campus in a wheelchair after a bicycle accident when he was in high school rendered him paraplegic. Recognizing a need for low-cost, sustainable and versatile wheelchairs, he started Whirlwind Wheelchair to teach people around the world how to manufacture their own wheelchairs in small shop facilities.

3. Clarence Ditlow. Once described

by The New York Times as “the splinter the [auto] industry cannot remove from its thumb” Clarence Ditlow is an engineer, lawyer and the Executive Director of the Center for Auto Safety.

He has been responsible for car companies initiating millions of lifesaving recalls, and was instrumental in the passage of “lemon laws” in all 50 states, which compensate consumers for defective automobiles.

4. Al Fritsch. A Jesuit priest and PhD, Al Fritsch was the environmental consultant at the Center for the Study of Responsive Law in Washington DC before returning to his roots in Appalachia to start the Appalachia Center for Science in the Public Interest. Using applied science and technology, Al Fritsch is a driving force for sustainability and maintaining a healthy planet.

5. Ray Anderson. The late Ray Anderson was founder and CEO of Interface, the world’s largest modular carpet manufacturing firm based in Atlanta, Georgia. Disturbed by the hugely damaging effects of industry on the environment, he shifted his com-

pany’s directive to “make peace with the planet.” With the ultimate goal of zero pollution and 100% recycling for his company, he managed to move toward these objectives while reducing expenses year after year and increasing profits. Why aren’t more CEOs following his example?

6. Annie Leonard. With her widely successful Story of Stuff project, Annie Leonard scoured the world for the stories that tell the tale of where our throwaway economy is leading us (hint: it doesn’t have a happy ending.) Her imaginative 20 minute Story of Stuff film has been watched and shared online by millions, and was turned into a book, and an ongoing website. She is now the Executive Director of Greenpeace.

7. Wenonah Hauter. As the founder and Director of Food & Water Watch, Wenonah has fought tirelessly for the future of our food, water, energy and environment. A relentless organizer, author and activist, she is a champion in getting citizens involved in issues that matter most the things we put in our bodies.

8. Rev. Dr. William J. Barber. The Rev. William Barber walks with a cane but he is making big strides for justice and equality through his organizing of “Moral Mondays” protests, which first started in North Carolina. The protests started as a response to the “meanspirited quadruple attack” on the most vulnerable members of our society. In the tradition of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Rev. Barber is fighting restrictions on voting and for improvements in labor laws. In addition to his work as a minister, Rev. Barber is the President of the North Carolina NAACP. 9. Michael Mariotte. For over 30 years, Michael Mariotte has been a leader in successful movements against nuclear power in the United States. As the Pres-

ident of the Nuclear Information and Resource Service (NIRS), Michael has testified before Congress and spoken in countries around the world against the dangers of nuclear power and its radioactive byproducts.

10. David Halperin. David is a tenacious advocate and tireless worker for justice who has launched several advocacy organizations and projects such as Progressive Networks, The American Constitution Society and Campus Progress. Nothing gives him greater joy than thwarting those with positions of power in our society who seek to profit from unjust practices. Most recently, Attorney Halperin has focused his considerable talents on exposing the predatory and deceptive practices of for-profit colleges.

11. Sid Wolfe. Dr. Sidney M. Wolfe and I started the Public Citizen Health Research Group in 1971 to promote good health-care policy and drug safety. Dr. Wolfe, through his Worst Pills, Best Pills books, newsletters and outreach via the Phil Donahue show, has exposed by brand names hundreds of ineffective drugs with harmful side effects which were removed from the marketplace.

12. Dolores Huerta. A legendary activist, Dolores Heurta co-founded the United Farm Workers Union with Cesar Chavez in the 1960’s and has a long history of fighting for social change, worker’s rights and civil justice. She was rightfully awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011, amongst many other awards and recognitions.

Our country has more problems than it should tolerate and more solutions than it uses. Don’t allow cynicism to silence your voice people matter, you matter, and systemic change will only happen when citizens speak out, gather, and believe in themselves and their ideals.

—New Internationalist The revoluTionarY Ruby Diamonde meets up with a man who is restless for change

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friend sends me a message online, wanting a chat. ‘Sorry,’ I text her back, ‘but am just on my way out for dinner.’

‘Ah, what do you have for dinner in Bangui?’ she wants to know.

‘Chicken and fish or fish and chicken!’ I type, reaching for my car keys.

The Central African Republic is not known for its cuisine; local food is based on gozo, boiled cassava root, which is filling, bland and starchy, but has no nutritional value at all. Usually, it’s served with sauces and often accompanied by fish or chicken – hence my quip. But these days in Bangui there are more choices, like pizza, pasta, Indian and Chinese food – if you can afford them. The city-centre restaurants mainly catering for expats are too pricey for most Central Africans.

This evening I am meeting one of my favourite Central African friends in one of my favourite Bangui haunts.

L’escale is a dimly lit riverside restaurant with dodgy décor and stained tablecloths. But the beer is cold, the food tasty and inexpensive, and they serve my all-time favourite local dish, maboke: fish steamed with coriander, tomatoes and onions and wrapped in banana leaves.

My dinner date, Quentin, likes

maboke too. He’s late, as always, and turns up with his mobile phone clamped to his ear, as always, talking to someone in the Central African vernacular, Sango. ‘Barao!’ he greets me in Sango, kissing me on each cheek.

Then, ‘Ça va?’

Quentin does many different things at the same time: he’s a storyteller, a musician, an advocacy trainer and an entrepreneur. He runs his own national NGO promoting inter-communal dialogue through the arts, acts as s p o ke s p e r s o n for Central African civil society organizations, and is a member of the National Transitional Council, the Central African Parliament. He’s well connected, proud, nationalistic and restless.

We order our maboke and drinks, then sit back and smile at each other.

We’ve been out of touch for more than a week, a long time for us.

‘We Central Africans are losing our way!’ he exclaims, shaking his head.

‘The government is irresponsible, people are disappointed, and there’s noone to protect their rights. We need a revolution!’

‘What kind of revolution?’ I raise my eyebrows. I’m used to this.

‘We need to decide our own future and negotiate on our own terms. Internationals need to treat us as equals and respect the wishes of civil society and the people on the streets. Central Africans are ready to come onto the streets and protest until something changes for real!’ His eyes gleam with passion.

One of the objects of his ire is the UN mission here. MINUSCA (the Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic) arrived here in September 2014, and has struggled to control violence and protect civilians.

The first head of the mission was fired for concealing his knowledge of a Bangui child sexual abuse scandal implicating French troops. Quentin echoes many Central Africans when he says MINUSCA need to ‘apply their mandate or leave our country.’ Not many have the courage to say this so publicly.

Quentin has set up a nonviolent civil society platform to challenge the Transitional Government, the UN and the French, who all enjoy mass influence in CAR at the expense, he says, of the Central African people. Not everyone agrees with his stance: some civilsociety activists do not support him,

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the government does not like what he’s doing, and neither do local thugs who’ve threatened him; all of which only drives him on.

Quentin’s outspokenness and charisma are, I think, both his strength and his weakness. He can alienate people when he rants, but I just rant back at him, then we both listen to each other.

As one of Central Africa’s bestknown performers and well-established political figures, Quentin is among the elites of this country. He could afford to have a swanky house in one of the better Bangui neighbourhoods and eat in the ex-pat restaurants, but he stays in the midst of a local community, with its bad roads, daily power cuts and rising street crime. Likewise, he could leave CAR, and make a good life for himself in another Francophone country, but he chooses to stay here in Bangui. Because, he says, ‘I want to wake up my people so they start deciding their own future.’

I’m suddenly distracted by the scent of maboke spices. I glance towards the kitchen, then back at Quentin. I don’t agree with everything he says and does, but I really respect his refusal of fatalism, and his hunger for change.

Ruby Diamonde is a pseudonym.

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A US Media Lost in Propaganda William Blum

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ulgar, crude, racist and ultra-sexist though he is, Donald Trump can still see how awful the American mainstream media is.

I think one of the main reasons for Donald Trump’s popularity is that he says what’s on his mind and he means what he says, something rather rare amongst American politicians, or politicians perhaps anywhere in the world. The American public is sick and tired of the phony, hypocritical answers given by office-holders of all kinds.

When I read that Trump had said that Sen. John McCain was not a hero because McCain had been captured in Vietnam, I had to pause for reflection. Wow! Next the man will be saying that not every American soldier who was in the military in Vietnam, Afghanistan and Iraq was a shining hero worthy of constant media honor and adulation.

When Trump was interviewed by ABC-TV host George Stephanopoulos, former aide to President Bill Clinton, he was asked: “When you were pressed about [Russian president Vladimir Putin’s] killing of journalists, you said, ‘I think our country does plenty of killing too.’ What were you thinking about there?

What killing sanctioned by the U.S. government is like killing journalists?”

Trump responded: “In all fairness to Putin, you’re saying he killed people. I haven’t seen that. I don’t know that he has. Have you been able to prove that? Do you know the names of the reporters that he’s killed? Because I’ve been – you know, you’ve been hearing this, but I haven’t seen the name. Now, I think it would be despicable if that took place, but I haven’t seen any evidence that he killed anybody in terms of reporters.”

Or Trump could have given Stephanopoulos a veritable heart attack by declaring that the American military, in the course of its wars in recent decades, has been responsible for the deliberate deaths of many journalists. In Iraq, for example, there’s the Wikileaks 2007 video, exposed

by Chelsea Manning, of the cold-blooded murder of two Reuters journalists; the 2003 U.S. air-to-surface missile attack on the offices of Al Jazeera in Baghdad that left three journalists dead and four wounded; and the American firing on Baghdad’s Hotel Palestine the same year that killed two foreign news cameramen.

It was during this exchange that Stephanopoulos allowed the following to pass his lips: “But what killing has the United States government done?”

Do the American TV networks not give any kind of intellectual test to their newscasters? Something at a fourth-grade level might improve matters.

Prominent MSNBC newscaster Joe Scarborough, interviewing Trump, was also baffled by Trump’s embrace of Putin, who had praised Trump as being “bright and talented.”. Putin, said Scarborough, was “also a person who kills journalists, political opponents, and invades countries. Obviously that would be a concern, would it not?”

Putin “invades countries” … Well, now there even I would have been at a loss as

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eoliberalism has facilitated the emergence of the 'corporate' university, which dangerously prioritises market rationality and public relations over academic freedom The principle of academic freedom is increasingly regarded with institutional indifference, if not contempt, across the world.

One recent example was the revelation that New Zealand Police effectively tried to censor the gang research of the sociologist Jarrod Gilbert by barring his access to “basic and uncontroversial police data” and by insisting that they "retain the sole right to veto” the publication of any research findings. The reluctance of the New Zealand government to say anything about the substantive issues involved in this case offered little in the way of contrast. Its lack of interest in the principle of academic freedom matched its previous nonchalance about press freedom.

But the picture is not entirely bleak.

The media disquiet in New Zealand and the subsequent police apology to Gilbert – after he was initially deemed unfit to carry out research because of “his association with gangs” – suggest a public recognition of the democratic importance of academic freedom, at least in cases in which it is blatantly under attack. However, to properly understand how academic freedom is threatened in New Zealand and elsewhere, we need to hone in on some of the general features of the Gilbert case.

And we need to grasp the existence of a much more insidious threat to academic freedom within the university itself.

The Gilbert case illustrated that organisations are inclined to suppress any information or arguments that might damage their brand and reputation. Gilbert’s research was regarded as a potential public relations risk, because it opened the

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to how to respond. Try as I might I don’t think I could have thought of any countries the United States has ever invaded.

[Editor’s Note: Sarcasm aside, Blum has compiled comprehensive lists of U.S. invasions and interventions in his books, including Killing Hope: U.S. Military and CIA Interventions Since World War II.] To his credit, Trump responded: “I think our country does plenty of killing, also, Joe, so, you know. There’s a lot of stupidity going on in the world right now, Joe. A lot of killing going on. A lot of stupidity. And that’s the way it is.”

As to Putin killing political opponents, this too would normally go unchallenged in the American mainstream media.

But earlier this year, I listed seven highly questionable deaths of opponents of the Ukraine government, a regime put in power by the United States, which is used as a club against Putin. This of course was non-news in the American media.

So that’s what happens when the know-nothing American media meets up with a know-just-a-bit-more presidential candidate. Ain’t democracy wonderful?

Trump has also been criticized for saying that immediately after the 9/11 attacks, thousands of Middle Easterners were seen celebrating outdoors in New Jersey in sight of the attack location. An absurd remark, for which Trump has been rightfully vilified; but not as absurd as the U.S. mainstream media pretending that it had no idea what Trump could possibly be referring to in his mixed-up manner.

For there were in fact people seen in New Jersey apparently celebrating the planes crashing into the World Trade Center towers. But they were Israelis, which would explain all one needs to

know about why the story wasn’t in the headlines and has since been “forgotten” or misremembered.

On the day of the 9/11 attacks, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was asked what the attacks would mean for U.S.-Israeli relations. His quick reply was: “It’s very good. … Well, it’s not good, but it will generate immediate sympathy (for Israel).” There’s a lot on the Internet about these Israelis in New Jersey, who were held in police custody for months before being released. So here too mainstream newspersons do not know enough to enlighten their audience.

Russian Propaganda?

There is a Russian website [inosmi = foreign mass media] that translates propagandistic russophobic articles from the Western media into Russian and publishes them so that Russians can see with their own eyes how the Western media lies about them day after day.

There have been several articles lately based on polls that show that anti-Western sentiments are increasing in Russia, and blaming it on “Putin’s propaganda.”

This is rather odd because who needs propaganda when the Russians can read the Western media themselves and see firsthand all the lies it puts forth about them and the demonizing of Putin.

There are several political-debate shows on Russian television where they invite Western journalists or politicians; on one there frequently is a really funny American journalist, Michael Bohm, who keeps regurgitating all the Western propaganda, arguing with his Russian counterparts.

It’s pretty surreal to watch him display the worst political stereotypes of Ameri-

cans: arrogant, gullible, and ignorant. He stands there and lectures high-ranking Russian politicians, “explaining” to them the “real” Russian foreign policy, and the “real” intentions behind their actions, as opposed to anything they say. The man is shockingly irony-impaired. It is as funny to watch as it is sad and scary.

The above was written with the help of a woman who was raised in the Soviet Union and now lives in Washington. She and I have discussed U.S. foreign policy on many occasions. We are in very close agreement as to its destructiveness and absurdity.

Just as in the first Cold War, one of the basic problems is that Exceptional Americans have great difficulty in believing that Russians mean well. Apropos this, I’d like to recall the following written about the late George Kennan: “Crossing Poland with the first US diplomatic mission to the Soviet Union in the winter of 1933, a young American diplomat named George Kennan was somewhat astonished to hear the Soviet escort, Foreign Minister Maxim Litvinov, reminisce about growing up in a village nearby, about the books he had read and his dreams as a small boy of being a librarian.

“We suddenly realized, or at least I did, that these people we were dealing with were human beings like ourselves,” Kennan wrote, “that they had been born somewhere, that they had their childhood ambitions as we had. It seemed for a brief moment we could break through and embrace these people.”

It hasn’t happened yet.

Kennan’s sudden realization brings George Orwell to mind: “We have now sunk to a depth at which the restatement of the obvious is the first duty of intelligent men.”

The corporate university and its threat to academic freedom

Sean Phelan

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police to critical scrutiny that might eventually result in negative public attention.

In this media-driven age, such concerns about public image are hardly irrational or trivial. Organisations know that public perceptions of their competency and integrity are dependent on their media profile and visibility. And when an organisation is dependent on government funding, senior managers will be extremely sensitive to how negative media coverage might be interpreted and utilised by policy-making elites.

The behaviour of the police in the Gilbert case invites parallels with an academic context, because of the extent to which marketing and promotional concerns have become driving forces within universities across the world.

The argument is not a new one.

Critical scholars speak of the neoliberal university to emphasise the market rationality that has become internalised in the decision-making of university administrators, and eroded institutional identifications with other values. We can also talk about the interchangeable figure of the corporate university, in which the university is managed and run in a fashion that becomes indistinguishable from any other corporation.

It would be simplistic to suggest that the corporate university represents an ideological vision spontaneously brought into being by a managerial class. As recent changes to the governance of New Zealand university councils – rescinding the guaranteed representation of both students and staff – suggests, the desire for a corporate university is often a stateled political project, pushed by governments who want to reduce public funding to universities, and reconfigure the university as little more than an engine of economic growth.

How is the principle of academic freedom threatened once corporate and

market logics become normalised in university policies and practices, and in the subjectivities of individual academics?

Although there will undoubtedly be expectations, we should not expect universities to normally use heavy-handed and overt methods to suppress academic freedom. Even in situations where academic freedom is stifled, universities are culturally, institutionally and even statutorily obliged to assert their commitment to academic freedom. And generally, it would also be simplistic to think that academic freedom is threatened by university surveillance mechanisms that parse academic scholarship looking for ideologically suspect arguments.

Academics are certainly governed by surveillance mechanisms, but these increasingly take the form of bureaucratically elaborate audit regimes which purport to measure the quality of academic research. These auditing exercises treat the actual substantive focus of the research as a secondary matter. Indeed, a scholar could conceivably publish a damning critique of the neoliberal university in a prestigious academic journal and still be championed in a university environment where neoliberal reason is flourishing.

So long as these critiques are kept safely in relatively unknown academic publications, the ability of individual scholars to write critically about the university, or most other matters, is likely to remain largely unencumbered. However, the potential threat to academic freedom comes into clearer view once these critiques are articulated in the media and public spaces that preoccupy the corporate university.

The capacity of scholars to freely voice arguments that question the existing social and political consensus – and which therefore might be criticised and attacked by others – runs up against the corporate university’s desire for positive media cov-

erage. The corporate ‘we’ starts to operate as a kind of disciplinary mechanism, regulating what can and cannot be said in the name of the university.

The result is a model of the public university, where scholars act as ‘brand ambassadors’, who can say what they like as long as it does not damage the official brand identity. In tandem, incremental changes to university research policies discourage scholars from asserting an explicitly politicised identity, in favour of the officially approved figure of the academic expert, who does not stray too far from their specialist brief.

Arguments in defence of academic freedom are sometimes dismissed as nostalgic, as if they assume a mythical golden age when scholars claimed absolute speech rights, with no regard whatsoever for the consequences of their speech.

Such retorts simplify both the historical picture and the contextual dimensions.

Yes, of course, the claim to academic freedom is never absolute, and never independent of the power dynamics of a particular society.

The point is that we live in a historical moment where some of the most repressive and corrosive features of the social order have been internalised in universities. If academics want to speak freely, honestly and passionately about the pernicious effects of neoliberalism and corporate rationality, their gaze cannot simply be projected outwards.

What is at stake is ultimately an alternative conception of the public university, one where an ethos of intellectual and political disagreement is cherished, both within the internal deliberations of the university and in its relations with others.

This university becomes a stage for a different kind of publicness, one which can never be grasped by – and which should actively contest – the imperatives of the corporation.

f all men knew what each said of the other, there would be no four friends in the world.

Blaise Pascal.

Gossip is defined as casual or unconstrained conversation or reports about other people, typically involving details which are not confirmed to be true.

Gossip often evolves from harmless chatter that could be for entertainment or arise from idle talk with no intention of causing any harm to the person concerned. But soon, the effects of gossip ends up hurting people’s sentiments, affecting their reputation and it may even lead to depression, anxiety and other serious problems.

Though, the popular assumption is that women are more likely to indulge in gossip,it is observed that it is increasingly becoming common among men and children as well. While most of the time gossip may contain false or overly dramatised information about a person, Frank A Clark quoted “Gossip needn’t be false to be evil –there‘s a lot of truth that should not be passed around”.

Gossip therefore does not only mean false reports but can also be sharing and spreading personal and confidential information about a person that had been entrusted with a confidante.

A question we need to ask our selves is :Why do people gossip?

For some, it is simply a matter of gaining attention- a method to beat boredom and create some drama and excitement in their lives.While for others it is not quite as simple – It may be a manifestation of their own emotional state. We live in a society where we are constantly trying to impress and be accepted .Many a times, in our work place, schools, colleges etc we often feel insecure about our acceptance, therefore in order to fit in a particular group we give in to this habit due to peer pressure. It feeds on our low self esteem of wanting to belong and be accepted.Gossiping is not only about the person being discussed but it also speaks a lot about the insecurity issues of the people involved in it.

However, more harm is done to the person being discussed and sometimes we do not realise the damage and repercussions of our actions.

Another question to address is “Can gossip lead to depression?” A lot of cases show that it can and it does very often. We all lead busy lives and additional unnecessary problems arising from baseless rumours only create bad energy, mindset and reactions in people. Everybody has their own way of reacting and responding to a situation. Some people are strong enough to put aside hearing false stories about themselves and are able to stop themselves from putting much thought to it. There are others who cannot do the same. There are people who get very uncomfortable with the idea that they are being discussed and therefore while constantly analysing the situation and over thinking about it – wondering what the others must be saying,they tend to lose their sleep, ability to concentrate on their work, become forgetful, unhappy and it may eventually lead to depression .No matter where it occurs, workplace, in educational institutions or at home, a rumours or gossip can be very damaging to an individual’s self esteem and reputation. It is one of the major causes of depression and suicide among children and teenagers. The victim of gossip tends to isolate himself or herself from others out of embarrassment or people may alienate a particular person because of what they have heard about the person. Either ways the outcome is negative and it affects a person’s emotional state of mind.

Depression is a state in which a person feels extremely low, empty and lonely. Some people have described depression as “like living in a black hole”. It is not very easy to snap out of it.

It takes years of counselling and lots of patience and support from family and friends to help a depressed person .It is a time of great suffering and pain and nobody should have to go through that.

There are number of reasons because of which a person can get into depression and gossiping about people is one of them. We can advice people not to take things so seriously but as a matter of fact, some people are greatly affected by it. As responsible people we have to be very careful with our words and be sensitive to how others feel.

What does the bible day about it? Proverbs 11.13 –whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets, but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing covered. The bible does strictly warn us about the evil that our words may bring upon people.

How do we avoid it?

All of us at one point or another have intentionally or unintentionally hurt someone’s sentiments by our idle talk. But it is wise to learn from our mistakes and be cautious in the future. We have to know what to talk about and where to draw the line.

The best way to avoid it is simply self control.

We may not be able to control or change our environment but if we just try to avoid and not participate in any form of idle talk then eventually people will get an idea and come to a realisation.

It is an unhealthy habit for anyone involved.

We need to always remember that we have to treat others like we want them to treat us.

As quoted - Lots of problems in the world would disappear if we talk to each other instead of talking about each other.

Payal Bose, Assistant Professor, Dept of Botany, St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama.

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INDIA

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Pathankot attac: Pak submits initial findings iSlamabaD, JaNuary 11 (iaNS): Pakistan on Monday submitted to India its initial findings on alleged Pakistani links to the Pathankot terror attack saying that the telephone numbers given by India were not registered in Pakistan, a news report here said.

A Joint Investigation Team, formed following a directive of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, submitted the initial findings on the alleged Pakistani links to the terrorist attack on the Indian Air Force station in Punjab's Pathankot district earlier this month.

"According to sources close to the development, the investigation report has been handed over to Indian authorities," The News International said.

It said Indian authorities provided Pakistan details of telephonic conversations that terrorists, believed to be Pakistanis, had had with their handlers and family members from the air base.

According to the Indian authorities, the terrorists

Monday said Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and Military Intelligence were helping probe New Delhi, JaNuary 11 naming Pakistan, and referred to nothing will happen. History tells the suspected Pakistani (iaNS): Nine days after terrorists "individuals and organisations" that that those who make the damage, if link to the terror attack on they don't realise what pain they inbelieved to be from Pakistan at- hurt India. the IAF base.

"How, when and place (to inflict flict, they don't change." tacked an Indian Air Force base, The ISI, the Military InThe minister said soldiers Defence Minister Manohar Parri- pain) should be of your choice," telligence and the Intellishould aim at neutralising the enekar on Monday said pain must be he said. gence Bureau were part of "But if someone is harming the my and "our own casualties should inflicted on those who hurt India. a Joint Investigation Team Addressing a seminar here country, I think the particular indi- be minimal".

(JIT) formed following a "The aim should be taking life, ahead of Army Day on January 15, vidual or organisation should redirective of Prime Minister not giving. Sacrifice is respected...

Nawaz Sharif, the Express the minister talked about the "en- ceive the pain of such activity."

The seminar "Indigenisation but what the nation needs is that you Tribune reported. emy", saying "unless pain can be The decision to form transmitted to them, they will al- of the Indian Army in a Futuristic neutralise your enemy, the nation's the JIT was taken at a highways end up giving pain to us. I am Context" was held at the Manek- enemy," he added. level meeting chaired by shaw Centre in Delhi cantonIndia says it has provided "acpained when my soldier dies".

Sharif "a few days ago", it tionable evidence" to Pakistan to act But Parrikar stressed that this ment. said.

Parrikar's comments came in against those who masterminded was his personal view and should Pakistani news reports not be taken as the view of the Nar- the wake of the January 2 terrorist the Pathankot attack. on Friday had said that attack on the IAF base at Pathankot India has named Maulana endra Modi government.

Sharif directed the Intelli"I am of this opinion... and it in Punjab which left seven security Masood Azhar, chief of banned gence Bureau to probe the terror outfit Jaish-e-Muhammad, should not be taken as the govern- personnel dead. leads provided by New DelSecurity forces killed all six ter- as well as the organisation itself ment thinking," he said. hi on the alleged Pakistani In one of the strongest state- rorists, believed to be Pakistanis, and others as being responsible for links to the January 2 terror the Pathankot attack in evidence ments following the attack, the de- who sneaked into Punjab. attack in Punjab.

Asked about his comments lat- shared by National Security Advifence minister said the time, manThe pre-dawn attack ner and place of the response will be er, the minister said it was a "basic sor Ajit Doval with his Pakistani on the Indian Air Force principle". counterpart Nasir Janjua, accorddecided by India.

(IAF) station killed seven "As long as we don't give pain, ing to sources here.

He, however, refrained from security personnel. Security forces killed all six atwho sneaked into Punjab Jaish-e-Mohammad. bers given by India were vestigating (leads) pertain- tackers who were said to and attacked the IAF base The report quoted un- not registered in Pakistan. ing to Pathankot attackers," have sneaked into Punjab on January 2 were affiliat- named sources as saying "The investigation it said. from Pakistan. ed to the proscribed outfit that the telephone num- agencies were further inA media report on "Nawaz (Sharif) is tak-

To end pain, inflict pain on enemy: Parrikar

ing an active role in getting to the bottom of the Pathankot incident," a source in the Prime Minister's House was quoted as saying.

"He (Sharif ) also discussed the issue with army chief Gen Raheel Sharif and took him on board about the decision to form a JIT," it added.

India has provided Islamabad "actionable information" on the terrorists' alleged Pakistani links.

New Delhi wants Sharif to crack down on those who planned the audacious terrorist attack.

After the terror attack, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif promised his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi that his government will act on information provided by New Delhi on the terrorists' alleged Pakistani links.

"Nawaz (Sharif) has assured his Indian counterpart (Narendra Modi) that Pakistan will investigate the matter and make the results public," the report said.

But Pakistani officials

have told their media that the information given by India was not enough and may not stand scrutiny in a court of law.

The News International quoted "highly placed diplomatic sources" as saying that the foreign secretarylevel talks between Pakistan and India could be deferred by New Delhi as there was no information so far about the visit of the Indian foreign secretary for the January 15 talks in Islamabad.

"It is likely that India would notify the postponement at the eleventh hour some time next week," the daily said.

No communication has taken place between Islamabad and New Delhi on the foreign secretary-level talks since the Pathankot attack, it said.

Pakistan does not want the foreign secretary-level talks to get derailed as they were expected to pave the way for a comprehensive composite dialogue covering all outstanding disputes, including Kashmir, it added.

Delhi High Court refuses to Temple can't bar women's entry, says SC on Sabarimala issue "A decision on what should be of law," said the homemaker in Delhi, JaNuary 11 want that women of all age nthapuram. interfere in odd-even scheme New The temple, which bars the told to the court has to be taken Thiruvananthapuram. (iaNS): The Supreme Court on groups should be allowed entry

New Delhi, JaNuary 8 (iaNS): The odd-even scheme is a policy decision and was introduced based on the opinion of experts, the Delhi High Court said on Monday while refusing to interfere with the Aam Aadmi Party government's pet project to curb air pollution.

A division bench of Chief Justice G. Rohini and Justice Jayant Nath said it will not "interfere unless the policy is unconstitutional or contrary to the statutory provisions".

The bench held that the pilot project was for a limited 15-day period.

"We are of the view the interference by this court is not warranted," it said.

"The law is well settled that on matters affecting policy this court will not interfere unless the policy is unconstitutional or contrary to the statutory provisions or arbitrary or irrational or in abuse of power since the policy decision are taken based on expert knowledge of person concerned and courts are normally not equipped to question the correctness of a policy decision," the order said.

It added: "Keeping in view that restrictions under the notification dated December 28, 2015 only for a limited period of 15 days and is stated that the scheme has been enforced as a pilot project to ascertain the reduction, if any, in the pollution levels, we are of the view that the interference by this court is not warranted."

The bench, however, asked the Delhi government to consider the issues raised in over 12 different petitions against the scheme before coming out with similar restriction in future.

The bench had earlier asked the government to consider limiting the scheme to a week instead of planned 15 days and whether the data collected till date was enough to gauge the effectiveness of the policy.

The city government had defended the scheme, saying there is "a definite positive effect" of the scheme on the air pollution.

The government had claimed that vehicular pollution had fallen since January 1 when the scheme was launched. However, the petitioners contended that Central Pollution Control Board data doesn't show any decrease in air pollution level.

The court, hearing 12 PILs challenging the government decision to allow even-and odd-numbered vehicles to ply on alternate dates January 1-15, also asked why diesel cabs were still plying on the roads despite a ban.

Think of harsher punishment for child rape accused: SC New Delhi, JaNuary 11 (iaNS): The Supreme Court on Monday said parliament may think of statutory provisions providing for harsher punishment for those accused of rape and abuse of minor children.

A bench of Justice Dipak Misra and Justice N.V.Ramana said this while hearing a petition filed by Supreme Court Women Lawyers Association seeking castration of child rape convicts as it cited a spurt in such incidents involving even toddlers.

The SCWLA had sought distinction between minor as defined in the Juvenile Justice law and the few days, a few months or a few years old child being abused and raped.

The bench told the petitioner's lawyer Mahalakshmi Pavani that emotions and sentiments could not be a basis for framing of laws for providing stringent punishment for convicts.

It noted Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi's submission that law-making power was within the domain of parliament and the same could not be exercised by courts.

Telling Pavani that it (court) could not suggest a punishment that was not there under the law, the court said: "We must make it clear that courts do not create offences or introduce punishment."

Leaving the entire issue to the "wisdom of the parliament", the court said "punishment has to be definitive".

Describing the punishment of castration as suggested by the SCWLA as "unacceptable", the court said that "the court should not suggest a particular punishment that is in the domain of parliament".

"The punishment suggested (by the SCWLA) is unacceptable," the court observed.

As court recorded the submissions both by the petitioner and the government, Rohatgi told the court that he would bring its order to the notice of the government.

Monday ruled that no temple can bar the entry of women devotees -- except on the basis of religion.

Judges Dipak Misra, Pinaki Chandra Ghose and N.V. Ramana said this while hearing a petition by the Indian Young Lawyers Association challenging the Sabrimala Ayyappa Temple's custom of prohibiting the entry of women between the age of 10 and 50 years.

The court observed that a "temple can't prohibit entry except on the basis of religion. Unless you have a constitutional right, you can't prohibit the entry".

The next hearing has been scheduled for February 8.

The ruling immediately divided the faithful into two camps -- those who want to retain the present system and those who

into the Sabarimala temple.

"Even though god does not differentiate between man and woman, as far as Sabarimala temple and its traditions are concerned, it has a well thought out process and a system," Kalidasan Namboodiripad, a tantric priest in Kerala, told IANS. "The fulcrum of the Sabarimala pilgrimage revolves around a 41-day penance. Keeping that in mind, the question of women being able to do that cannot happen because it is not possible and practical," he added.

Situated on the mountain ranges of the Western Ghats at 914 metres above sea level, the Sabarimala temple is four kilometres uphill from Pamba river in Pathanamthitta district, around 100 km from Thiruvana-

entry of women who have attained puberty, is accessible only on foot from Pamba.

Till a few years back, it was open only for two months -- from mid-November to mid-January.

Now it is kept open for five days every month. It draws millions of devotees, mainly from southern India.

Former Devasom minister and CPI-M legislator G. Sudhakaran said women should be allowed entry into the Sabarimala temple. He recalled that the Left government had said so to the Supreme Court in 2008.

"Where men can enter, women also should and can enter," Sudhakaran said.

But Kantereru Rajiveru, the Sabarimala temple thantri, defended the bar on women.

only after discussions with all concerned as faith is of prime importance," he said.

Kerala Devasom Minister and Congress leader V.S. Sivakumar told reporters that the government would look into all aspects before returning to the Supreme Court. With the two-month temple season on, even devotees seemed to be split.

"What's wrong if women also come and pray here? It should be open to women also so that there can be family pilgrimages," said a male pilgrim at the foothills of the temple.

But a 43-year-old woman said she was a Lord Ayyappa devotee and "somehow I feel that women need not be permitted to enter".

"Traditions and customs cannot be addressed by a court

Strongly backing the existing custom, Rahul Easwar told IANS in Chennai that there were other Ayyappa temples women of all age groups could go to.

Shoba Warrier, a journalist in Chennai, told IANS: "If the temple does not want women to come, then so be it. There are other temples for us to go."

According to Warrier, the argument that Ayyappa was a celibate and hence young women were not allowed may not be right as there was no such bar on visiting other celibate Hindu gods such as Hanuman.

In 2006, all hell broke loose when Kannada actress Jaimala claimed she had touched the famed Sabarimala deity in 1987, violating a age-old temple tradition.

J&K: No indications yet on govt formation Pregnancy fair aims to create SriNagar, JaNuary 11 (PTi): Even after the end of mourning period, there were no indications today about how soon a new government would be formed in Jammu and Kashmir, with PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti maintaining suspense and BJP saying it will wait for the ally to make the first move amid its wish to see the existing power-sharing arrangement to continue. Mehbooba, who is tipped to be the next Chief Minister succeeding her late father Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, has kept the suspense on over when she will start steps to form the government in the state where Governor's rule was imposed on last Saturday.

"So far nothing has changed. Any further development on the formation of government would depend on how soon the party president is able to hold consultations and seek advice on

the issue," senior PDP leader Naeem Akhtar told PTI when asked whether any step has been initiated for forming the next government.

Mehbooba, who resumed work as PDP president last evening at the end of four-day mourning period for Sayeed, is yet to call the Legislature party meeting as part for government formation efforts.

"At the farewell function to the personal staff of Sayeed, the party legislators, who were also present, have thrown their weight behind the president on the future course of action.

We are now waiting for her decision," the leader said. Although BJP, the coalition partner of PDP in the government headed by Sayeed, has not given in writing its support to Mehbooba as the next chief minister yet, several party leaders including former Dep-

uty Chief Minister Nirmal Singh have expressed confidence that the alliance will continue for the rest of the term of the current assembly.

BJP general secretary Ram Madhav made it clear in Delhi that his party wanted the existing power-sharing arrangement to continue but said PDP has to take the first call. He also rejected as "mere speculation" the reports that both parties have put up fresh conditions, insisting that no political discussion had started between them as Mehbooba was in deep mourning. Asked about the uncertainty, he said, "PDP can answer this question. They have to think about the process they have to complete from their side. It is for PDP to take the first call from their side. They have to decide about their leader and come forward. I hope they take a decision soon so that this kind of uncertainty ends." .

awareness on miscarriages

mumbai, JaNuary 11 (iaNS): Many pregnant women took part in a two-day pregnancy fair held here with an aim to create awareness on miscarriages and various types of diseases women usually suffer during pregnancy. The event was organised with the aim to inform people about the rising number of miscarriages among Indian women following their poor health condition due to lack of proper nutrition. During the event that ended on Monday, workshops were conducted on prime issues that cause miscarriages, including improper nutrition, stress and continuity in smoking and drinking.

The women were told about precautions to be taken after delivering naturally or through Caesarean section.

There is a lack of awareness about these precautions among young women in India, organisers said. A recent study said the percentage of miscarriages among Indian women increased from 15% to 20% in the last one year.

The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) has said 50% of India's pregnant women were anaemic, enhancing the risk of maternal mortality during pregnancy.

PETA files petition in SC, demands notification on Jallikattu be "struck down"

New Delhi, JaNuary 11 (PTi): People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India along with other groups today filed petitions in the Supreme Court demanding that the Centre's recent notification allowing Jallikattu and bullock cart races be

"struck down".

PETA India claimed that a battery of urgent petitions led by the government advisory body Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) and two sitting AWBI members as petitioners, and supported by animal protection groups PETA, Fed-

eration of Indian Animal Protection Organisations (FIAPO), Compassion Unlimited plus Action (CUPA), were mentioned before the Chief Justice's bench of the Supreme Court.

PETA India further claimed that along with these, individual petitioners Sowmya Reddy, Radha Rajan and Gauri Maulekhi have also filed their petitions.

"All petitions call for the Environment Ministry notification of January 7, 2016 permitting the use of bulls in events such as jallikattu in Tamil Nadu and bullock cart races elsewhere in the country to be struck down. Urgent listing of these petitions was sought and has been allowed for tomorrow," the statement said.

PETA India said that the Environment Ministry's notification allowing jallikattu and bull races came despite a Supreme Court judgement which held that the Ministry cannot allow these races and cannot modify the notification dated July 11, 2011 (which banned forcing bulls to perform) without consulting the AWBI.

"Terrifying and injuring bulls is abuse, not sport, and this combined with the injuries and deaths of people common at jallikattu events puts a bloody stain on India's reputation in the eyes of the world.

"Laws and SC verdicts need to mean something and we look to the Supreme Court to confirm once again jallikattu and bull races must not be allowed," said PETA India Chief Functionary Poorva Joshipura.

In December 2015, the AWBI advised the Ministry not to go against the Supreme Court judgement.

PETA said that the court had also ruled that cruelty is inherent in these events, as bulls are not anatomically suited for such activities and making them participate is subjecting them to unnecessary pain and suffering, so such events were outlawed.

"The court also stated that when culture and tradition are at variance with the law enacted

by Parliament, the law would take precedence. The January 7,

2016 notification flies in the face of this Supreme Court ruling," PETA said.

In just four years, from 2010 to 2014, approximately 1,100 injuries to humans were reported by the media as a result of cruel and dangerous jallikattu-type events and 17 people died, including a child.

PETA India has documented in AWBI authorised inspections that during jallikattu, terrified bulls are often deliberately disoriented by being given substances like alcohol, having their tails twisted and bitten, being stabbed and jabbed by sickles, spears, knives or sticks and being punched, jumped on and dragged to the ground.

Three bulls even died during jallikattu events in 2014.

During races, bulls are often hit with nail-studded sticks and pushed beyond the point of exhaustion. In bullfights, which often occur in Goa, a round ends when one of the bulls manages to flee (or is killed), PETA India said.

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Hollywood dreams help “El Chapo” downfall MEXICO CITY, JanuarY 11 (rEuTErs): A clandestine meeting that Hollywood star Sean Penn orchestrated with Joaquin “Chapo” Guzman in a jungle hideout late last year helped the Mexican government catch the world’s most-wanted drug lord, sources said.

Guzman, the infamous boss of the Sinaloa drug cartel, was arrested in northwestern Mexico on Friday morning and sent back to the prison he broke out of in July through a mile-long tunnel that led straight into his cell. It was his second prison break.

To avoid a repeat of that humiliation, Mexico’s government says it aims to hand Guzman over to U.S. justice as soon as possible.

Penn’s rare access to Guzman in October was assisted by Mexican actress Kate del Castillo. They were driven some of the way to the hideout by Guzman’s son, who the Hollywood star says was waved on by soldiers when they apparently recognized him.

Another leg of the daylong trip through central Mexico to meet Guzman was on a light aircraft allegedly fitted with equipment to evade radar detection, Penn said in a story published in Rolling Stone magazine on Saturday.

Penn said in the article that he was sure the Mexican government and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration were tracking him. Senior Mexican government sources said they were indeed aware of the October meeting and monitored his movements.

Guzman’s hometown mourns his downfall

Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman is escorted by soldiers during a presentation in Mexico City, January 8. (REUTERS Photo)

That helped lead troops days later to a ranch where Guzman was staying, one of the sources said. Mexican forces used helicopter gunships to attack Guzman’s ranch during a siege that lasted days.

The kingpin narrowly escaped, with what he told Del Castillo was a minor leg injury, but the raid in the northern state of Durango was a major breakthrough in the manhunt. Guzman was finally recaptured on Friday in the northern city of Los Mochis after a showdown fit for the silver screen.

In a pre-dawn attack

by Mexican marines who killed five of his henchmen, the portly capo survived by

squeezing through a secret tunnel into the city’s grimy storm drains, only to pop out of a manhole near a Pollo Feliz restaurant hours later.

Leaving a mud-caked automatic rifle behind, he hijacked two cars before police blocked the highway as he sped out of town.

Once detained, they held him at a seedy motel until backup arrived. Mexican Attorney General Arely Gomez on Friday said that the drug boss’s yearning for movie fame had helped bring him down.

‘BIGGEST BLOCKBUSTER’ Penn’s seven-hour encounter with Guzman came about after Guzman

became interested in making a biopic when he was inundated with requests from U.S. movie studios following his 2014 capture, the film star said.

In Los Mochis, the farming town where Guzman’s freedom ended, local resident Arturo Liera, 27, said he may have hoped to make a film with Penn.

“A film of that magnitude with such a big star, narrated by him and with Hollywood actors could have been the biggest blockbuster ever, more than ‘Star Wars,’” Liera said.

In the article, Penn said the conversation over tequila and food turned to profit margins in the mov-

North Korea holding US citizen and Canada pastor sEOuL, JanuarY 11 (rEuTErs): A Canadian pastor serving a life sentence in North Korea for subversion said he spends 8 hours a day digging holes at a labour camp, while a naturalised American citizen said he is being held by the state for spying, CNN reported from Pyongyang.

If confirmed, Kim Dong Chul, who CNN said was 60 and formerly of Fairfax, Virginia, would be the second Western citizen known to be held currently in North Korea.

He was being held for spying for South Korea and asked the South or the U.S. government to rescue him, CNN said.

Hyeon Soo Lim, a South Korean-born Canadian who was the head pastor at one of Canada’s largest churches, has been held by the North since February. Lim, who was 60 at the time of his arrest, was sentenced to hard labour for life in December for attempting to overthrow the North’s regime.

“I wasn’t originally a labourer, so the labour was hard

at first,” Lim told CNN in Korean through an interpreter. “But now I’ve gotten used to it.”

The charges against Lim lacked specifics, but Lim said it may have had to do with his open criticism of the North’s three generations of leaders.

“I admit I’ve violated this government’s authority, system and order,” Lim said in the interview aired on Monday. Asked if his biggest crime was speaking badly of the North’s leaders, he said: “Yes, I think so.”

Lim, who was brought into a Pyongyang hotel for the interview, his hair cropped short and wearing a grey padded prison uniform bearing the number “036” on his chest, works eight hours a day, six days a week digging holes in an orchard at a labour camp where he has seen no other prisoners, CNN said.

Lim, who had lived in Canada since 1986, gets three meals and day and regular medical attention, CNN said. His church has said Lim had a “very serious health problem, very high blood pressure.”

The church has said Lim had visited the North more than 100 times since 1997 and helped set up an orphanage and nursing home. Kim told CNN he spied on behalf of “South Korean conservative elements” and was arrested in October.

“I was tasked with taking photos of military secrets and scandalous scenes,” Kim said.

The U.S. embassy in Seoul said it was aware of the report but did not have further comment. If confirmed, Kim would be the first American to be detained since the North released three U.S. citizens in 2014.

He said he had moved to the Chinese city of Yanji near the border with North Korea and worked in the North Korean city of Rason in a trading business, when a number of South Koreans approached him “They asked me to help destroy the (North’s) system and spread propaganda against the government,” he said. He was being held at a Pyongyang hotel and was in good health, CNN said.

ie world. The trafficker was “unimpressed” and thought oil was a better prospect.

Guzman’s lawyer did approach Del Castillo about the possibility of making a film, but the project was dropped in favor of a magazine interview, Penn said. He clarified that he only met Guzman for the magazine piece.

In the Sinaloan state capital of Culiacan, where many revere Guzman as a folk hero, some were surprised to hear that he was looking to have a biopic made about his life.

“Vanity kills, and more so in his case,” said Exiquiel Delgado, 60, who owns a

BaDIraGuaTO, JanuarY 11 (rEuTErs): As Mexico and the United States celebrate the capture of Joaquin “Chapo” Guzman, the world’s most wanted drug lord, a mix of fear and mourning grips the towns and ranches in the remote mountains where he was born.

In the sierra of Mexico’s northwestern state of Sinaloa, where marijuana and opium poppies have been grown for decades, many view Guzman as a latter-day Robin Hood who brought jobs to the rural poor and fought off the incursion of rival gangs.

Guzman, whose nickname means “Shorty”, built the most powerful drug cartel in the world and escaped from prison twice in the last 15 years, inspiring the next generation of smugglers and gunslingers. “He’s like a legend. The people wept because this is his land and because they caught him,” said Jesus Ramos, a 19year old bricklayer as he sat in the town square of Guzman’s native Badiraguato, passing the time.

Besides employing farmers to grow drugs in the valleys around here, Guzman is also credited with paying for public works and giving away toys to souvenir kiosk near Culiacan’s cathedral. “A man with money but little culture loses his way.”

INTERVIEW Penn’s encounter was made possible because Guzman struck up an unlikely friendship with Del Castillo, who played a Mexican drug queen in a well-known TV soap. The saga adds a new twist to the long and largerthan-life career of Guzman, whose nickname “Chapo” means “Shorty.”

Penn unsuccessfully tried to set up a formal follow-up interview. Instead, as Mexican security forces closed in on Guzman, Penn and Del Castillo persuaded

children. “He helps more than the government. Well, he helped. He has been taken down now,” Ramos said.

Guzman was recaptured in the northwestern city of Los Mochis on Friday following a bloody shootout between his guards and security forces, six months after he had escaped a maximum security prison through a tunnel from his cell.

His decision to hold a secretive meeting with Hollywood star Sean Penn in a jungle hideout late last year helped to cement his downfall, as the government kept tabs on their movements, sources say.

“That was unexpected. They thought he would be killed before he would be caught,” said Gilberto Cardenas, 51, as he tended his vegetable stand near the center of Badiraguato. Guzman’s escape in July embarrassed Mexican President Enrique Pena Nieto, and government sources have told Reuters that Mexico aims to extradite him to the United States to prevent another jail break. After his capture on Friday, he was taken back to the same prison where he escaped from in July, when his engineers tunneled nearly a mile to burrow into his cell.

him to film a 17-minute tape answering prewritten questions and ship them the footage.

The video clips show the drug lord in a colorful shirt at a different hideout, musing about his contribution to the narcotics trade.

Rolling Stone called it the drug lord’s first interview outside an interrogation.

“I supply more heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine and marijuana than anybody else in the world.

I have a fleet of submarines, airplanes, trucks and boats,” he told Penn during their encounter.

A senior Obama administration official told television news shows on

Sunday morning that Guzman’s boasting about his heroin empire in the interview was “maddening.”

“One thing I will tell you is that this braggadocious action about how much heroin he sends around the world, including the United States, is maddening,” White House Chief of Staff Denis McDonough said on CNN’s “State of the Union.”

“We see a heroin epidemic, an opioid addiction epidemic, in this country,” McDonough said. “We’re going to stay on top of this with our Mexican counterparts until we get that back in the box. But El Chapo’s behind bars - that’s where he should stay.”

China to limit family size for up to 30 years BEIJInG, JanuarY 11 (rEuTErs): China will stick to family planning restrictions for up to 30 years, a senior Chinese official said on Monday, rejecting concern that limits on the number of children had shrunk the pool of workers needed to support an aging population.

Last year, the ruling Chinese Communist Party announced it would relax its long-standing and controversial “one-child policy”, allowing all couples to have two children.

But critics say the policy change comes too late to avert a dangerous population imbalance as many couples are now not keen on having more children.

China’s population is set to peak at about 1.45 billion by 2050 when one in every three people is expected to be more than 60 years old, with a shrinking proportion of working adults to support them.

But officials would adhere to family planning restrictions “for the long term”, Wang Pei’an, vice minister of the National Health and Family Planning Commission, told a news

A little girl walks with her mother between barriers outside a subway station in Shanghai. (REUTERS File Photo)

conference.

“This long-term adherence is at least 20 years, 30 years,” Wang said. “After a period of time, along with demographic changes, and along with changes in the population’s socio-economic development situation, we will adopt a different population policy.”

He said it was difficult to give a specific time on how long the restrictions on family size would be maintained, say-

ing it was an issue that had to be dealt with “in line with the times”.

Asked about the danger the two-child policy would prevent China from getting rich before it got old, Wang said an ageing population was a global problem and “an inevitable trend of a society’s development”.

China’s main problem with its labour force was not the number of workers but “how to improve the quality of work-

ers”, he said.

Wang said there was a demographic “imbalance” in China between poorer regions with higher fertility levels than cities, where many people are reluctant to have more children. The one-child policy was introduced in the late 1970s to prevent population growth spiralling out of control, but is now regarded as outdated and responsible for shrinking the labour pool.

Global action too slow to curb rising risks - ex-UN disaster chief BarCELOna, JanuarY 11 (ThOMsOn rEuTErs FOunDaTIOn): The world’s preparations to deal with disasters are not yet keeping pace with the growing threats to people and societies, said the former U.N. disaster prevention chief.

Margareta Wahlström, who served for over seven years as head of the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR), said big changes could be made to limit the physical impacts of natural and manmade disasters like floods, earthquakes and industrial accidents.

“If we included risk as a factor into all the plans and visions we have for the future, we will gradually catch up - then we will be able to reduce risk,” she told the Thomson Reuters Foundation in an interview soon after leaving office.

Last March, at a conference in Sendai, Japan, governments adopted a new global framework to ramp

Members of the emergency services walk through floodwater on a residential street in York after the river Ouse burst its banks, in northern England. (REUTERS File Photo)

up efforts to deal with disasters, setting seven targets to measure progress.

They include “substantially” reducing the numbers of people killed and affected by disasters, as well as damage to infrastructure and to services like health and education, and decreasing economic losses - all by 2030.

The preceding interna-

tional agenda for tackling disasters was agreed in 2005 on the heels of the Indian Ocean tsunami, which killed at least 226,000 people.

That massive disaster triggered a huge focus on saving lives, leading to major investment in early warning and evacuation systems, Wahlström said.

At the time, however, it

did not drive understanding of “why development is the key factor in how we create risks for ourselves”, she added.

But that has shifted more recently, as climate change has begun making weather disasters more frequent and severe.

“The awareness and, to some degree, the understanding of risk has in-

creased dramatically and we have been unfortunately helped by the external environment,” Wahlström said in a telephone interview from Stockholm.

When she talked to governments in preparation for the Sendai negotiations, they showed a “very strong anxiety about how risks are increasing, (saying), ‘We don’t have a sense of where we are going’,” she added.

Key to getting disaster risks under control is communicating to officials, businesses and individuals that failing to do so limits their ability to achieve economic growth and sustainable development.

They need to think through what they must plan for if current trends for worsening extreme weather, together with expanding populations and cities, continue in the next 50 years, Wahlström said.

And when trying to persuade politicians to invest in stronger, smarter infrastructure to keep people

out of harm’s way, it is crucial to explain how that can bring short-term returns too - like avoiding millions of dollars in damage when the next big flood hits, she added.

That applies in both poor and rich countries.

“This is a truly universal issue,” she said. “Every country has an interest in reducing the cost of (disasters), so they can use (the money) for other issues.”

CONFLICT COMPLICATIONS During her stint as disaster reduction chief, Wahlström witnessed tangible change at the local level - from alerting and evacuation systems that protected people when Typhoon Haiyan hit the Philippines, to Canada deciding to build a disaster prevention mechanism that starts with communities.

Yet there are also places where the international community failed to follow through on its new-

found global enthusiasm for disaster risk reduction, such as in Afghanistan, she added.

Wahlström, a former aid official who worked at the U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan as it was emerging from conflict, said wealthy donor governments missed an opportunity to make the fragile state more resilient to natural disasters.

Foreign military trucks and equipment were used to help Afghanistan rebuild and recover from war, and little funding went to shoring up national institutions to manage hazards like earthquakes and annual flooding.

“The Afghan authorities now have no capability to deal with this issue,” Wahlström said. “That was not part of the development investment and it should have been.”

While U.N. and other aid agencies have improved protection against disasters for conflict-dis-

placed people, labour rules and mindsets need to be changed so that migrants and refugees can use their own skills to keep themselves and their communities safe, she noted.

Wahlström’s hope is that the international agreements sealed in 2015 - from the Sendai framework to new Sustainable Development Goals and a climate change deal - will foster a more joined-up approach to the world’s problems, including disasters.

“What (the agreements) hopefully have achieved is a much stronger policy drive from the global side” to showcase country progress and ensure international development aid addresses disaster risk, she added.

This month, Robert Glasser, an Australian who was previously secretary general of development agency CARE International, took over from Wahlström as head of the UNISDR.

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Bale happy at Madrid despite Benitez's sacking

MAdRId, JANUARY 11 (IANS): Welsh star footballer Gareth Bale admits he was sad to see Rafael Benitez sacked as Real Madrid coach, but that he would not be changing his attitude towards the club.

Bale has been in excellent form of late as he proved with a hat-trick in as Zinedine Zidane made a winning debut as Benitez's replacement with a 5-0 win over Deportivo la Coruna, reports Xinhua.

The Welsh forward has been the subject of speculation over a possible return to the English Premier League (EPL), but he says his is fully committed

to his current club despite the change in the dugout.

"I had a very good relationship with Rafa, obviously it was a big disappointment to see him go," said Bale, who nevertheless under-

stands that coaches leaving is part of the job.

"Things like this happen in football, you're professional and you get on with it and carry on. I feel good at the moment, I feel fit and

I'm just trying to enjoy my football," he added.

Bale said that he remembered watching Zidane play as part of the 'Galactico' Real Madrid side which also included Luis Figo and Ronaldo. "I didn't really have a favourite... They were all superstars and I just loved watching Real Madrid, it was a great team to watch. "I don't feel I need to make a statement to anyone. I know what I'm capable of and I just want to keep enjoying my football.

When I do that I play my best," he said. Bale was asked about his future and although he failed to rule out a move, he said he was happy where he was for the moment.

Murray hopes for Djokovic drop-off at Melbourne Park

Klopp warns Guardiola over English fixture list and weather

LIVERPOOL, JANUARY 11 (REUTERS): Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has warned Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola about the Premier League's packed fixture list, and the weather, if he goes ahead with his plan to join an English club.

Guardiola has been strongly linked with a move to Manchester City since the former Barcelona manager confirmed that he was leaving Bayern at the end of the season and was keen to work in England.

The German team are enjoying the Bundesliga winter break and have not played a competitive game since December 19. Liverpool will have played nine

games during that period by the time the German champions resume their league campaign on January 22. "That's the thing,

it's the number of games, football, football, football.

With a perfect pre-season you are prepared for a long, long journey," Klopp told

reporters.

After Friday's 2-2 FA Cup draw with fourth-tier Exeter City, Liverpool, who are eighth in the Premier League, host leaders Arsenal on Wednesday and bitter rivals Manchester United on Sunday.

Klopp, who has had to cope with a number of injuries to key players recently, is confident Guardiola will be able to deal with the workload and enjoy the experience of living in England. "What I can say about here is very positive, great country, great people, the food is much better than everybody said," Klopp joked.

"OK, the weather is not great -- like everyone said!,”

Britain's Andy Murray dives for a return shot during his singles match against France's Kenny de Schepper during the Hopman Cup at the Perth Arena, January 4. (REUTERS)

MELBOURNE, JANUARY 11 (REUTERS): Finally clinching an elusive Australian Open crown is Andy Murray's number one goal for the new year but the Briton concedes that his hopes of success at Melbourne Park may rest on champion Novak Djokovic having an off-day.

World number one Djokovic holds three of the four grand slam crowns after a dominant 2015 and started the new season with a bang last week, thrashing Rafael Nadal in straight sets to win the Qatar Open.

An awed Nadal described Djokovic's performance in the Qatar final as "perfection" and the highlights reel has been sober viewing for the Serb's top rivals warming up in Australia.

Having lost to Djokovic in last year's final at Melbourne Park and in the 2011 and 2013 title-deciders, world number two Murray was under few illusions as to the scale of the task. "My number one goal is to try and win here," Murray, who also lost a fourth Melbourne Park final to Roger Federer in 2010, told

reporters in Melbourne on Monday.

"It'd mean a lot because of how may times I've been close. "You just have to keep trying to learn, watch his matches, try and see if there's any weaknesses there that you can capitalise on.

"Maybe he has a dropoff, it's very difficult to maintain that level for such a long period.

"That's all you can do."

World number three Federer, who lost to Djokovic in last year's Wimbledon and U.S. Open finals, was

also impressed by Djokovic's obliteration of 14-times grand slam champion Nadal in Doha.

"To some extent it's surprising for sure," the 34-year-old told reporters after losing the Brisbane International final to Milos Raonic on Sunday.

"Maybe not so much because he's been on a roll for a while now.

"Of course, he is the favourite for the Australian Open. Plus he's played well there historically."

The Australian Open starts January 18.

Stephen Fleming to link CWA 25th anniversary wrestling meet from Feb 18 Chokri area wrestling meet today KOhIMA, JANUARY 11 (MExN): The Chokri Area The champion in Naga (R&B) Phek division. tor Goodwill Entrepreneur Wrestling Association (CAWA) will hold its 26th WresKOhIMA, JANUARY up with Dhoni in Pune Free style (Men)- Rs Kohima and programme, 11 (MExN): The Chakhe- style will fetch a cash prize MUMBAI, JANUARY 11 (REUTERS): Stephen Fleming will reunite with India's limited-overs skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni at the new Pune team after the former New Zealand captain was named as coach for the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 tournament. Dhoni was captain of the Chennai Super Kings when Fleming was coach and he led them to the IPL title in 2010 and 2011.

The ninth edition of the tournament will be played from April 9 to May 29. The franchise owners of Chennai and Rajasthan were suspended for two years in July following an illegal betting and spot-fixing scandal surrounding the IPL, which has an estimated brand value of $3.5 billion and boasts Bollywood stars and major conglomerates as investors. The western Indian cities of Pune and Rajkot were named as home to two new franchises for the next two years and Dhoni was Pune's first pick in a player draft held last month. Fleming, 42, was New Zealand's longestserving and most successful test captain and is his country's highest test run-scorer. He retired from international cricket in 2008. "He has been remarkably successful as a player in the international arena and I firmly believe that his technical knowhow, perseverance and organisation skills will work wonders for our team," Sanjiv Goenka, chairman of the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group that owns the Pune franchise, said in a statement.

25th MDCA Inter Club Cricket Tournament MOKOKChUNG, JANUARY 11 (MExN): Day 6 of the MDCA saw a low score in the first match. Musketeers batting first scored only 63 runs which was easily chased down by Skylark in just 7 overs losing 2 wickets. Daniel and Nirpen scored 23 and 28 runs respectively. Skylark won the match by 8 wickets allowing them to sit comfortably at the top of Group C. Musketeers will join as the runners up team in the Quarter Final. In the other match of the day, Zungamedem beat Longmiasang CC by 46 runs and made it to the last eight as the runner up of Group D. Zungamedem batting first scored 124 runs with contributions from Chuba(29 runs), Rongsenyanger (17 runs) and Temsu (14 runs). Ochijunger took 3 wickets. Chasing the target Longmiasang were bowled out for just 78 runs with only Puti(14 runs) reaching the two figure. Bendang, Limalenden and Funit took 2 wickets each.

MATCH DAY 7 FIXTURE:

1st Quarter Final (8 AM) - TITANS CC vs MUSKETEERS 2nd Quarter Final (11 AM) - TEAM BENDANGSUNEP vs Zungamede

sang Wrestling Association (CWA) is all set to celebrate its 25th anniversary from February 18 to 19 at Pfutsero Sports Complex, Pfutsero under the theme ““Exploring a greater visions.”

Parliamentary secretary for planning & coordination, evaluation & monitoring cell and taxes Neiba Kronu will grace the occasion as the chief guest while Phek deputy commissioner Murohu Chotso will be the guest of honour.

of Rs. 1,50,000 sponsored

by K.G. Kenye, advisor to CM (Political), 2nd prize Rs. 1,10,000 sponsored by MLA Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu, 3rd prize Rs. 80,000 sponsored

by Kudecho Khamo, chairman Entrepreneur Development Agency Kohima, 4th prize Rs. 50,000 sponsored by Mutsezo Tetseo president Nagas Japanese Foundation, Japan.

Quarter finalist Rs. 40,000 sponsored by Er. Abija Khing, EE PWD

70,000 sponsored by Neikhrolo Lasuh, Dimapur, Free style (Women) Rs. 50,000 sponsored by Vechisalu Nukhu, additional secretary, Govt. of Nagaland.

Further, monolith stone is sponsored by Neikhrolo Khalo, president NWA, memento sponsored by faculties of Kohima Science College, Jotsoma ( Chakhesang community), track suits & officials hats sponsored

by Lhuvesayi Lohe, direc-

banners etc by Deo Movi, general secretary (Adm) BJP Phek district.

Weight measurement for free style for all categories will be done on February 17 at 3:00 PM. Referees for both Naga style and free style include; Chisazo Dawhuo, Hiikhoneyi Soho, Hiivesii Puro and Lhuvenii Phesao. Judges include: Kewetso Marhu, Niivecho Vero, Veciisiiyi Chiizho, Vedo-o Khusoh and Wekekhe Tsido.

tling Meet at K. Bawe village on January 12. Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) speaker Chotisuh Sazo will be the chief guest while guest of honour will be Er. Medozho Chuzho, Rtd. Senior Architect, Nagaland PWD.

NASA Group- C 25th silver anniversary celebration

KOhIMA, JANUARY 11 (MExN): The Northern Angami Sports Association (NASA) Group-C will hold its 25th silver anniversary celebration from January 12 to 15 at Zhadima Sports Complex under the theme “Commitment to sports excellence.” The celebration will be hosted by Zhadima Village Youth & Sports Organization. MLA Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu, chairman NSMDC Ltd will grace the inaugural function as the chief guest. KT Vilie, chairman Zhadima village council and vice president APO will the guest of honour.

Welcome address will be delivered by Roko Angami, convenor organizing committee while greetings will be shared

by Vitseizolie Soriinuo, president ZVYSO while presidential address will be delivered by NASA ‘C’ president Kevipusa Kezieo. NASA ‘C’ wrestling secretary Zhabu Miario will adMeanwhile, WASA offi- minister oath to the participating teams. The highlight of the cials have informed that a celebration include Marathon race, wrestling, volleyball. meeting would be held on January 21 at Khuochiezie comprising the referees, field judges, unit presi- WOKhA, JANUARY 11 (MExN): The 7th edition of dents, managers, coaches Nagaland Inter Districts Veteran Football Tournament will be held on February 2 at Wokha. All representative and other tournament of- districts have been requested to reach Wokha on or beficials at 4 pm. fore February 1. All the districts have also been requestThe respective units are ed to confirm their participation in the said tournament asked to come prepared by January 20 to any of the following contact numbers: with 12 wrestlers and 3 re- 9436009178, 9089073437 or 8732001776. serves, two flags and an entry fee of Rs. 7,000 each.

The units are also informed to come prepared with four ZUNhEBOTO, JANUARY 11 (MExN): The 28th Sports junior wrestlers along with meet of Zunheboto Area Sports Association (ZASA) which their birth certificates. The started on 5th January 2015 concluded on 9th January 2015 measurement for free style at Lizu New Village, Zunheboto. Altogether, 11 villages parwill be done at the venue ticipated in football, volleyball and 100 metre Race. In footright after the completion ball, Natha Old Village emerged as winner and walked away with Rs-50000/- and trophy, Lizu Aviqato emerged as runof Naga style wrestling.

The villages which falls ners up with Rs- 25000/- and a trophy. In volleyball, Natha under Western Angami re- New Village bagged 1st prize with Rs-20000/- and a trophy, gion are Jotsoma, Khono- while Asukho village emerged as runners up with cash prize ma, Dzüleke, Mezoma, of Rs -10000/- and trophy. In 100 meter race (male) Lizu Naghuto and Natha New emerged as winner and runners up, Mezo Basa, Sechüma, while in 100 meter race (female) winner and runners up was Sechü Zubza, Kiruphema bagged by Natha New respectively. Senior Treasure Officer (Peducha), Mengujuma (Sr TO), Zunheboto, Vukhuhe Swu, who graced the closing and Thekrejuma. function as guest of honour, gave away the prizes.

WASA 53rd wrestling meet from Jan 22

KOhIMA, JANUARY 11 (MExN): The 53rd wrestling meet of Western Angami Sports Association (WASA) is scheduled from January 22 to 23 at Khuochiezie (Kohima Local Ground).

A total of 60 wrestlers from the villagers under Western Angami region will compete in Naga Wrestling. The two-day wrestling event will also witness junior category wrestling for under-14 wrestlers and free style wrestling for both seniors (Men & women) and cadets (Boys & girls).

The inaugural ceremony would be graced by Kiyanilie Peseyie, Minister for Social Welfare & Parliamentary Affairs, while Rovilato Mor, Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, will be the guest of honour for the closing function.

The prize sponsors for Naga wrestling are Er. Vikedosie Kehie, Chief Engi-

neer (NH), PWD, Nagaland (1st Position), Mego Nagi, Class-1 Contractor (2nd Position) and Peteroko Meyase, Deputy Director of Sports, Nagaland University, Meriema Campus, Kohima (3rd Position).

The prize sponsors for free style wrestling are Melie Nakhro, Class-1 Contractor and Khrielievi Chüsi, advisor, Angami Youth Organisation, while the tracksuits for the selected WASA wrestlers for the forthcoming Angami Sports Association wrestling meet will be sponsored by Mhiesirielie Sirie, senior wrestler, WASA and Dr. Rokoliebi Khate, senior specialist, District Hospital, Phek.

The jury board members for the two-day event are Neivikuolie Khatsü, Jakedovo Chase, Keviselhou Peseyie and Satuo Sechü, while the NWA de-

puted referees for the wrestling meet are Neingulie Nagi, Vekhriyi Chüzho and Kikhwesül Thokhwe. The field judges are Megosezo Khate, Khovi Punyü, Zapusazo Sirie, Mhiesilhoukho Kitshü, Visakuolie Rhatsu, Zhabu Mor, Rokokhotso Rino and Vikosalie Peseyie, while the time keepers are Menuolie Sirie, Neikeselie Punyü, Neingusalie Gwerie and Keneicakho Kuotsu.

The recorders are Neitsülie Khawakhrie, Visede Meyase, Rokotolie Nakhro and Bikho Zhünyü, while the announcers are Luovilie Vakha and Neidilhoutuo Sechü.

The runners are Kevicalie Senotsu, Pezalhousie Medoze, Rokolhoulie Seyietsu and Neisietso Rino, while Dr. Kethoselie Peseyie, medical officer, Primary Health Centre, Sechü Zubza, will take charge for the first aid.

Inter dist veteran football tourney

28th ZASA sports meet concludes

Australia to blood two new pacemen for India one-day opener I'm playing on for two years, says 39-year-old Totti

PERTh, JANUARY 11 (REUTERS): Uncapped pacemen Joel Paris and Scott Boland will make their international debuts for Australia in the first one-day match against India in Perth on Tuesday.

The pair join Josh Hazlewood and fast bowling all-rounders Mitchell Marsh and James Faulkner in a pace-heavy attack at the WACA. Having lost Mitchell Starc to foot injuries for the entire home summer and fellow left-armer Mitchell Johnson to retirement in November, Australia fasttracked 23-year-old Western Australian Paris into the side after impressing in domestic limited overs

cricket.

Johnson and Starc enjoyed success at the WACA using the 'Fremantle Doctor', a dependable afternoon sea-breeze, to swing the ball into right-handed batsmen and Australia captain Steve Smith said that had come into calculations in picking Paris.

"Traditionally we like to play a left-armer here who can use the breeze and move the ball so hopefully he'll be able to do that for us tomorrow," Smith told reporters in Perth on Monday.

Boland, 26, was a surprise selection in Australia's test squad against West Indies and impressed with a seven-wicket in-

nings haul for Victoria state against Western Australia at the WACA in November.

"His death bowling has been very impressive," Smith said.

"I think he hits a yorker as well as anyone at the moment. He's got a bit of pace to him so hopefully he can hurry up the Indian batters a bit."

Smith also said he hoped the WACA would be back to its traditionally fast and bouncy ways after it was widely criticised for being a batsman's paradise during the recent test series against New Zealand.

Over 1,600 runs were piled on in the five-day

draw, with six centuries scored.

"It looks a little bit soft at the moment under foot," Smith said. "It's obviously a day out from the game.

We'll wait and see how it looks tomorrow.

"But hopefully it's got a bit more pace and bounce than the test match we played here.

"I guess the WACA and Gabba have been a fortress for us in one-day and test cricket for a while.

"Obviously it's a bit different to what the Indians are used to back home.

Hopefully we can exploit that early on."

The Perth match is the first in a five-game series against India.

ROME, JANUARY 11 (REUTERS): Veteran AS Roma forward Francesco Totti vowed to play on for another two years in a light-hearted birthday message to his former team mate Daniele Conti.

Totti, 39, has spent his entire career at the Italian capital club while the 37-year-old Conti left Roma to join Cagliari in 1999.

"You're getting old... I've heard that you're training to become a coach... I'm playing two more years, so if you want me to play (for you), I'm coming," Totti said on Monday.

Totti made his Serie A debut in 1992 and became Roma captain in 1998.

He has played 592 games in Italy's top flight, third on the all-time list behind AC Milan's Paolo Maldini (647) and Inter's Javier Zanetti (615).

Totti returned to action in Roma's 1-1 draw against AC Milan on Saturday fol- AS Roma's Francesco Totti prepares to kick a corner as a Carabiniere takes a lowing a thigh injury that had kept him picture during the Serie A soccer match against Frosinone in Frosisone, Sepout of the team since late September. tember 12, 2015. (REUTERS)

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David Bowie dies from cancer

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egendary British rock star David Bowie, who framed hits such as "Ziggy Stardust" with daringly androgynous displays of sexuality and glittering costumes, has died aged 69 after a secret battle with cancer.

A chameleon and a visionary, Bowie straddled the worlds of hedonistic rock, fashion and drama for five decades, pushing the boundaries of music and his own sanity to produce some of the most innovative songs of his generation.

"David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer," read a statement on Bowie's Facebook page dated Sunday. Bowie's son, Duncan Jones, confirmed the death.

Mourners laid flowers and lit candles beside a memorial to Bowie in the Brixton area of south London where he was born, and tributes poured in from some of the biggest names in music, including the Rolling Stones, Madonna and rapper Kanye West.

"The Rolling Stones are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the death of our dear friend David Bowie," the Stones said. "He was an extraordinary artist, and a true original."

Madonna said on Twitter:

"Talented. Unique. Genius. Game Changer. The Man who Fell to Earth. Your Spirit Lives on Forever!"

British Prime Minister David Cameron said he had grown up with Bowie's music and described his death as "a huge loss".

In a music video accompanying Bowie's new Blackstar album, which was released on his 69th birthday last Friday, the singer was shown in a hospital bed with bandages around his eyes.

Born David Jones in south London two years after the end of World War Two, he took up the saxophone at 13 before changing his name to David Bowie to avoid confusion with the Monkees' Davy Jones, according to Rolling Stone. He shot to fame in Britain in 1969 with "Space Oddity", whose lyrics he said were inspired by watching Stanley Kubrick's film "2001: A Space Odyssey" while stoned.

Bowie's hollow lyrics summed up the loneliness of the Cold War space race between the United States and the Soviet Union and coincided with the Apollo landing on the moon.

"Ground Control to Major Tom. Take your protein pills and put your helmet on ... For here am I sitting in my tin can. Far above the world. Planet Earth is blue.

And there's nothing I can do."

"SPACE ODDITY ZIGGY" But it was Bowie's 1972 portrayal of a doomed bisexual rock envoy from space, Ziggy Stardust, that propelled him to global stardom. Bowie and Ziggy, wearing outrageous costumes, makeup and bright orange hair, took the rock world by storm.

"Ziggy played guitar, jamming good with Weird and Gilly," according to the lyrics which Bowie sang with a red lightning bolt across his face and flamboyant jumpsuits.

"Making love with his ego Ziggy sucked up into his mind. Like a leper messiah," according the lyrics.

Bowie, ever the innovator ahead of public opinion, told the Melody Maker newspaper in 1972 that he was gay, a step that helped pioneer sexual openness in Britain, which had only decriminalised homosexuality in 1967. Bowie had married in 1970.

He told Playboy four years later he was bisexual, but in the 1980s he told Rolling Stone magazine that the declaration was "the biggest mistake I ever made" and that he was "always a closet heterosexual".

This was a period which saw Bowie sporting an array of fantastic costumes, some reportedly

‘The Revenant’ and ‘The Martian’ take top GolDen GloBes

Director Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu poses with the awards for Best Director and Best Motion Picture - Drama for "The Revenant" (L) and actor Leonardo DiCaprio poses with the award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama for "The Revenant" during the 73rd Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, California January 10. (REUTERS)

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evenge drama "The Revenant" and space adventure "The Martian" took the top film awards at Sunday's Golden Globes, setting them up as formidable Oscar contenders after a night of surprises and stinging barbs from return host Ricky Gervais.

Pioneer-era tale "The Revenant" won three awards including best drama film, beating out front-runners "Carol," a lesbian romance, and investigative journalism drama "Spotlight."

"Revenant" star Leonardo DiCaprio won best drama actor and Alejandro Inarritu was named best director.

"This is the most difficult journey I've embarked on," said Inarritu, who last year won directing and best picture Oscars for "Birdman."

"We struggled in low temperatures and difficult conditions to make this film happen, but we all know in this room that pain is temporary but a film is forever, so who cares?"

In a closely-contested

men's field, DiCaprio prevailed over "The Danish Girl" star Eddie Redmayne and "Concussion" lead Will Smith, to win best actor for his role as a fur-trapper seeking retribution.

DiCaprio, 41, who has yet to win an Oscar, received a standing ovation and said he shared his award with indigenous people around the world.

"It is time that we heard your voice and protected this planet for future generations," the actor, an environmental activist, said.

The Golden Globes, handed out by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, are the first major film honors of the Hollywood awards season that culminates with the Oscars on Feb. 28. They can give muchneeded momentum to films in a crowded field, and in recent years, top Globes have gone to movies that went on to win the Oscar for best picture.

But it is also a more raucous and risk-filled affair

than the Academy Awards, starting with the humor of the host.

Gervais, who returned to the show as host after a threeyear absence, sipped beer and took shots took shots at everyone from Jennifer Lawrence to Matt Damon and at one of his favorite targets, the Golden Globes themselves.

"Listen, if you do win tonight, remember no one cares about that award as much as you do," he said.

Gervais riled up the audience with an opening monologue in which he called the A-list audience "disgusting, pillpopping, sexual deviant scum," setting the tone for the bawdy humor that filled the night.

There were a large number of bleeped-out words during the telecast of the show, from Jonah Hill swearing while pretending to be the bear from "The Revenant," to Amy Schumer using an expletive while enaging in light-hearted banter with Lawrence.

COMPLETE LIST OF WINNERS OF GOLDEN GLOBES 2016 Motion PiCtures

Best Motion Picture, Drama: ‘The Revenant’ Best Actor, Motion Picture (Drama): Leonardo DiCaprio, ‘The Revenant’ Picture, Musical or Comedy: ‘The Martian’ Director: Alejandro Inarritu, ‘The Revenant.’

Actor, Musical or Comedy: Matt Damon, ‘The Martian.’

Actress, Musical or Comedy: Jennifer Lawrence, ‘Joy.’ Brie Larson, Best Actress in a motion picture (Drama), Room Supporting Actor: Sylvester Stallone, “Creed.”

Supporting Actress, Motion Picture: Kate Winslet, ‘Steve Jobs.’

Animated Film: ‘Inside Out.’ Screenplay: Aaron Sorkin, ‘Steve Jobs.’

Original Score: Ennio Morricone, ‘The Hateful Eight.’

Foreign Language: ‘Son of Saul.’

Original Song: ‘Writing’s on the Wall’ (music and lyrics by Sam Smith, Jimmy Napes), ‘Spectre.’

television

Series, Drama: “Mr. Robot.” Series, Comedy: “Mozart in the Jungle.”

Actor, Drama: Jon Hamm, “Mad Men.” Actress, Drama: Taraji P. Henson, “Empire.”

Actor, Musical or Comedy: Gael Garcia Bernal, “Mozart in the Jungle.”

Actress, Musical or Comedy: Rachel Bloom, “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.”

Supporting Actress, Series, Limited Series or TV Movie: Maura Tierney, “The Affair.”

Supporting Actor, Series, Limited Series or TV Movie: Christian Slater, “Mr. Robot.

Movie or Limited Series: “Wolf Hall.”

Actor, Limited Series or TV Movie: Oscar, Isaac, “Show Me a Hero.”

Actress, Movie or Limited Series: Lady Gaga, “American Horror Story: Hotel.’

Cecil B. DeMille Award: Denzel Washington

based on the chilling Kubrick film "A Clockwork Orange".

Now one of the top transatlantic rock stars, Bowie continued to innovate, helping to produce Lou Reed's "Walk on the Wild Side", delving into America's R&B and working with John Lennon.

"He always did what he wanted to do. And he wanted to do it his way and he wanted to do it the best way," said Tony Visconti, the U.S. producer who helped lift Bowie to stardom.

"He was an extraordinary man, full of love and life. He will always be with us. For now, it is appropriate to cry," he said.

"LET'S DANCE" Bowie reinvented himself again in the mid-seventies, adopting a soul and funk sound, and abandoning stack heels for designer suits and flat shoes.

He scored his first U.S. number one with "Fame" and created a new persona, the "Thin White Duke", for his "Station to Station" album.

But the excesses of a hedonistic life were taking their toll. In a reference to his prodigious appetite for cocaine, he said: "“I blew my nose one day in California.

“And half my brains came out.

Something had to be done."

Bowie moved from the Unit-

ed States to Switzerland and then to Cold War-era Berlin to recuperate, working with Brian Eno from Roxy Music to produce some of his least commercial and most ambitious music, including "“Low" and “"Heroes" in 1977. In 1983 Bowie changed tack again, signing a multi-million-dollar five-album deal with EMI. The first, “"Let's Dance", returned him to chart success and almost paid off his advance.

"If you say run, I'll run with you. If you say hide, we'll hide. Because my love for you. Would break my heart in two," he sang in Let's Dance.

He starred on Broadway in "The Elephant Man" at the start of the decade and appeared in an array of films

including "Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence", "The Snowman", "Absolute Beginners" and Martin Scorsese's "The Last Temptation of Christ". His love-life fascinated gossip columnists and his marriage to stunning Somali supermodel Iman in 1992 guaranteed headlines.

Bowie kept a low profile after undergoing emergency heart surgery in 2004. It was not widely known that he was fighting cancer.

"Look up here, I'm in heaven," he sings from a hospital bed in the video accompanying his last album.

"I've got scars that can’t be seen. I've got drama, can't be stolen. Everybody knows me now. Look up here, man, I'm in danger. I've got nothing left to lose."

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ow, this might not go down well in the Bachchan household, especially with sasu-maa Jaya Bachchan...

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has done the unthinkable. She referred to Rekha as 'maa' on stage in front of the national audience.

Aishwarya was presented with a special award for her striking performance in her comeback flick Jazbaa at the recently concluded Sansui Stardust Awards 2016. The entire event was telecast today and the highlight of the entire show was when Ash received the award from Rekha.

As expected, eyes turned towards Amitabh Bachchan who was sitting in the audience along with Ash. So did the cameras. And when Rekha gave Ash the award, she remarked, "It's great to receive it from maa." To this, Rekha replied, "I hope I can come and present this to you for many more years."

Now this statement has shocked many and it won't go down well in the Bachchan household. Jaya and Rekha have been known to be at loggerheads after Rekha openly professed her love for Big B and were rumoured to be in a steady relationship with the mega-star.

Recently, at the Star Screen Awards, Rekha and Jaya were seen hugging each other as well.

When Aishwarya Rai Bachchan called Rekha 'maa'!

Rolling Stone sparks new scrutiny after Sean Penn interview with ‘El Chapo’

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olling Stone magazine, heavily criticized for a nowdebunked 2014 story describing a fraternity gang rape, is attracting new scrutiny after it published an interview by actor Sean Penn with Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman.

Penn met Guzman in a jungle in central Mexico in October for the interview, several months after the head of the Sinaloa drug cartel escaped from a high-security Mexican prison in July.

Guzman was recaptured on Friday and returned to prison. Penn's interview with Guzman was published online the next day. The Hollywood star called it "the first interview El Chapo had ever granted outside an interrogation room."

Sources in Mexico said the interview helped Mexico's government catch the world's most-wanted drug lord.

Long considered the bible for rock music lovers, Rolling Stone is also known

for edgy journalism typified by correspondents like Matt Taibbi, who skewered Wall Street titans during the global financial crisis, and Hunter S. Thompson, originator of the gonzo style of journalism.

Rolling Stone faces lawsuits over the article detailing a fraternity rape at the University of Virginia. A police investigation later found no evidence the alleged victim had been gang-raped..

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Stone and released last year, cited the magazine for reporting and editing lapses. Rolling Stone apologized for "discrepancies" in the account after the story sparked a national debate over sexual violence on college campuses.

In the interview with "El Chapo," Penn agreed to conditions set by Guzman, including allowing him to review the article before publication and changing the names of some sources and places to protect their identities.

Kabir Bedi ‘rushed back to India’ to keep relationships alive cclaimed actor Kabir Bedi, who lived outside India for almost 30 years due to his international projects, has shared that he had to rush back to India in the late 1980s to keep his relationships alive.“’Sandokan’ gave me my fame in Europe… it made me a big star there and gave me the means to push onto America which led to all the work I did there from the ‘James Bond’ film to ‘The Bold and Beautiful’ (TV series) chapter,” Kabir told IANS. The late 1970s Italian TV serial “Sandokan” starred Kabir in the lead role and it took Europe and Latin America by storm. The six-hour mini-series was dubbed

Hillstar

in Hindi for its DVD version, which released last year in India.

“In between, I had rushed back to India to keep my relationships alive and to do ‘Khoon Bhari Maang’ (1988). But when I came back to India about seven years ago to base myself here again, I decided that now it’s time to dub ‘Sandokan’ into Hindi because it has been dubbed into many languages… be it Spanish, Dutch, French, and east European languages including Bulgarian,” the 69-year-old said.

He felt that “this is something that needs to be done because I want the new generation here to see what made me a star in Europe”.

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Atletico surge back above Barca to the top of La Liga

MADRID, JANUARY 11 (REUTERS): Antoine Griezmann and Yannick Carrasco each conjured moments of magic as Atletico Madrid recaptured top spot in La Liga from Barcelona with a hardfought 2-0 victory at Celta Vigo on Sunday.

Chances were scarce on a heavy Balaidos stadium pitch sodden with rain but Griezmann and Carrasco both scored excellent goals to lift Atletico two points clear of Barcelona. Luis Enrique's champions won 4-0 at home to Granada on Saturday and have a game in hand over their main ri-

vals, at the halfway stage of the season.

Griezmann sent Luciano Vietto clear on the left four minutes into the second half and raced into the penalty area to sidefoot the Argentine's low centre past stranded Celta goalkeeper Sergio Alvarez, the France forward's 10th goal of the campaign.

With fifth-placed Celta pressing for an equaliser, substitute Carrasco, a Belgium international, picked up a loose ball 10 minutes from time and galloped forward before cracking a shot high into the net. Atletico, who have conceded a mere

eight goals, have 44 points from 19 matches, with Barca on 42 from 18 games.

Real Madrid are two points further back in third after they hammered Deportivo La Coruna 5-0 at the Bernabeu on Saturday in Zinedine Zidane's debut as coach.

"We knew it would be a tough game as Celta play the ball around well," Griezmann told Spanish television. "But we were strong at the back and we know that when we have chances up front we can score at any moment," he added.

"At the back and in at-

NEW DELHI, JANUARY 11 (PTI): India's Sania Mirza continues to top the women's double chart while her partner Martina Hingis of Switzerland maintained her second spot in the latest tennis WTA rankings issued on Monday.

Sania is atop the list with 11395 points while Hingis has 11355 points in her kitty.

Sania and Martina, the world number one women's doubles team, have stitched a 26-match winning streak together, which has brought them six titles in a row at the US Open, Guangzhou, Wuhan, Beijing, WTA Finals and now here. It is the longest winning streak since Italians Sara Errani and Roberta Vinci's 25 in a row in 2012.

Sara and Roberta had won five titles in a row, at Barcelona, Madrid, Rome, the French Open and 's-Hertogenbosch.

Among the Indian men, Rohan Bopanna is the only one to feature in the top 10 of the doubles rankings, which is being headed by Marcelo Melo of Brazil, followed by Horia Tecau of Romania and Netherlands Jean-Julien Rojer. At 95th position, Yuki Bhambri is the highest placed Indian in the men's singles rankings even though he dropped two places. Saketh Myneni is the next best Indian at 168th spot ahead of Som- Cross Country race during the recently concluded 62nd KVsa meet 2016 in Kohima. Hosted

by Kohima Village Youth organization, it took place from January 5 to 9. (Morung Photo) dev Devvarman (173rd).

tack we are doing things well and we have to keep it going." Villarreal stayed hard on the heels of the top three when a Cedric Bakambu double secured a 2-0 win at home to promoted Sporting Gijon earlier on Sunday as Gary Neville was again denied a debut victory with Valencia in Spain's top flight.

Villar real occupy

Spain's fourth Champions League qualification berth, the position Valencia's billionaire owner Peter Lim would at the least have expected to be in at this stage of the campaign. However, Sunday's 2-0 defeat at Real Sociedad means Neville has presided over three draws and two defeats in five La Liga outings, including a 1-0 reverse at Villarreal.

NWA INVITING PHOTOS/DOCUMENTS/ARTICLES The NagalaNd WrestliNg assoCiatioN is celebrating the Silver Jubilee tournament in March 2016, and in commemmoration, a Souvenir is being published. The Souvenir Committee invites the following from well wishers & wrestling lovers, which will adorn the pages of the Souvenir after final scrutiny by the NWA (preferably 1980 & before):1. Photo of wrestlers in action/group during past Naga wrestling tournaments 2. Any document relating to NWA tournaments 3. Group photo of Office Bearers of NWA 4. Write up of any interesting episode of tournaments, etc The above articles may be submitted to the undermentioned within 31st January 2016. Contributors will duly be acknowledged alongwith the articles published. sd/(HeiraNg lUNgalaNg), Convenor, souvenir Committee, NWa Contact No. 9436000812, e-mail : heirangz@yahoo.com

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