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NNC (NA) informs Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): The NNC (Non Accordist) has informed all its members, except Kilonsers and Deputy Kilonsers, to submit their appointment orders “issued earlier to the ministry of home affairs and the armies appointment order to the Defense Kilonser for an urgent crosschecking and detail collation.” A press note from Home Affairs, NNC (Non Accordist) informed that the exercise is being done to keep records intact “in order to avoid any untoward complications and confusion.” It directed that submission of the aforesaid order must reach the respective authority “as early as possible to make it earlier clearance.” It further informed of a certain person “who is not in the fold of NNC (Non-Accordist),” impersonating identity and issuing “false challans or information slips and disturbing the public.” It informed the public and government officials “to check the identity and whose group he belongs to.”

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Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): The offices of the Ao Students Union Dimapur (ASUD) and the Dimapur Sumi Students’ Union (DSSU) today informed that the two units “will not allow any individual to participate” in the forthcoming DNSU election and general conference “until the DNSU constitution is redrafted.” The DNSU election and the 19 General Conference is scheduled to be held on July 21 and 31 respectively. A press note from the two organizations informed that the High Powered Committee (HPC), under the directive of the Naga Students’ Federation, had endorsed responsibilities to the present tenure (2012-2014) to redraft the DNSU constitution. It however lamented that the “incumbent tenure has failed to uphold” the HPC’s decision.

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Incessant rainfall in the state capital caused heavy landslides along nH-29 below naga Hospital, Kohima. A half of the road was eroded away causing hindrance to vehicular traffic on the road. Landslides also affected roads along the PHQ, Kohima and in the Jotsoma area. (Morung Photo)

GPRN/NSCN condemns ‘highhandedness’ of AR

Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): The GPRN/NSCN today condemned the “high-handedness, arrogant act and frequent atrocities committed by the Assam Rifles... time and again, taking undue advantage of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) despite the ongoing cease-fire.” A press note from the MIP, GPRN/NSCN alleged that AR personnel laid “siege and raided the private residence of senior Kilonser, Hojei Swu at 1:30am on July 25 for more than four hours; where no piece of suspicious or illegal possessions was found…” It stated that such incidents “reflect the many ill-intended activ-

ities of the Assam Rifles acting as a negative force under the draconian law where even innocent citizens and government servants are not spared…” The GPRN/NSCN further cited CFMG Chairman, Lt. Gen (Rtd) NK Singh as having stated on July 17 that “…when Assam Rifles personnel raid houses and if nothing incriminating is found, then it amounts to harassment.” It concluded that as per this statement, “the raid on Kilonser Hojei’s residence on July 25 is a clear case of harassment as no suspicious materials were found.” It further stated that AFSPA “is the most inhumane

law of democratic India and we dare to challenge its validity when such acts are committed even during peaceful period.” Stating that Nagas “have borne enough violence and crimes against them in the Indo-Naga conflict perpetrated by the Indian army,” the GPRN/NSCN lamented that the latest incident “has reminded many such things, while Nagas are still trying to recover...” The GPRN/NSCN stated that “a cease-fire (or truce) is a temporary stoppage of a war in which each side agrees with the other to suspend aggressive actions...” It added that a “...Cease-fire Chiefly (Military) is a period

of truce, especially one that is temporary and a preliminary step to establishing a more permanent peace on agreed terms.” It reminded that Clause (d) of the Cease-fire Ground Rules enunciates that “there would be no offensive operations like ambush, raid and attack leading to death/injury/damage or loss of property against the NSCN by the Indian army, Paramilitary forces and the Police.” It further cautioned that “if any informer of Assam Rifles is caught then he/she shall be charged with treason and awardedcapitalpunishment for which GPRN/NSCN shall not be held responsible.” Full text on Page 4

The BJP today assured that it will leave no stone unturned to reverse the alleged stagnancy in development in the North East during the last 10 years under the UPA government. “For the BJP, the NorthEast and particularly Nagaland is very special. This is seen in the focus given to NE in the budget. For a long time NE Region has been neglected”, said BJP national executive member and special envoy to the party high command, Sudhansu Mittal. Citing the deplorable road condition of the Dimapur-Kohima stretch of NH-29, the BJP leader said this reflected the “vindictive mindset” of the Congress-led UPA government. “But now people of North-East and Nagaland can look forward to a new era of development. The Modi government is a government which will be remembered for its zeal and commitment to development and the same applies to Nagaland state”,Mittal said. Assuring that the BJP we will leave no stone unturned to bring development in the North East, be it road, infrastructure, power or education, Mitall said that funds should not be a constraint. He however said that a lot will depend on the sincerity of the state government for execution and implementation of central schemes and projects. To a query on the claims of a BJP leader from Naga-

• Assures development for Nagaland State • Says centre has taken cognizance of State’s financial quandary

land that the BJP-led NDA government was ready to bail out Nagaland from “financial crisis”, Mittal replied, “He is not a representative of the central government, so a statement of his will not be very valid.” Mittal however admitted that the financial situation of the state is “very grave” and that the BJP and central government have taken cognizance of the gravity of the situation. On the BJP’s approach to insurgency in the North East and the Naga peace process, the BJP leader said that conflict resolution is a priority for the government. Stating that a peaceful India is a prerequisite for development, Mittal said peace in the North-East will be reflected in the initiatives of the government in the months to come. He also informed that the NDA government is likely to adopt a holistic view in matters of conflict in NE since many issues are interrelated with it. NCP merger was valid, asserts BJP Meanwhile, the BJP has questioned the constitutional validity of the act of the Nagaland Assembly Speaker in serving show cause notices to three NCP legislators, over the issue of their “merger” with the state BJP. Asserting that the merger of the Nagaland state

NCP, particularly three of the four NCP MLAs, with the state BJP was “valid” and in accordance with the 10th schedule of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly rules, BJP national executive member, Sudhansu Mittal, said the party was “shocked” by the Speaker’s show cause notice asking why the three NCP legislators should not come under anti-defection law. Mittal said in the Speaker had violated the 10th schedule of the NLA rules by accepting the complaint petition filed by a vice president of the state NCP urging the Speaker for disqualification of the 3 MLAs, whereas the 10th schedule stipulates that only a member of the legislative assembly can file a complaint with regard to anti-defection. Mittal also said that as per rules of anti-defection, the Speaker has to take cognizance of a complaint within 10 days. “The complaint was filed on June 21 last but the Speaker issued the show cause notice only on July 16 after a gap 28 days. This exhibits his rejection of the complaint”, he said. “We believe that the laws, truth and morality are on our side and we will take it to its logical conclusion. Any attempt to disqualify them will be very unfortunate and will not be acceptable to the BJP”, he added.

Centre urged to fulfill Thomas calls for realistic approach to border issue commitment to nagas NEW DElHi, July 28 (mExN): MP from Nagaland state, Khekiho Zhimomi has lamented that “no commitment made to the Nagas has been fulfilled thus far.” He stated this while introducing a private member bill for discussion in the upper house of the parliament on July 25. A press note from the Office of the Nagaland MP informed that the latter had introduced the Act of Parliament (Application to Nagaland) Bill, 2010, which drew attention to the “uniqueness” of Naga history, customary laws and the circumstances under which the state of Nagaland was created. During discussions on the bill, Zhimomi stated that the various ceasefire agreements made between the Government of India and the various Naga National Groups have “continued indefinitely without any lasting solution.” The MP from Nagaland attributed this to “the lack of confidence in each other, and the insincerity of the Government in finding a permanent solution.” The bill crucially sought creation of a Joint Committee, with representation from the union and state governments, dedicated for the smooth implementation of Article 371 (A) in order to “stem the feeling of alienation felt by the people of Nagaland.” Zhimomi pointed out that “when any bill or legislation is passed in the Parliament, the

union government tries to implement it uniformly even in the state of Nagaland with little regard to the said Article.” Lamenting that this leads to a “constitutional conflict” Zhimomi stressed on the need to implement certain devices for smooth implementation of the said article. Zhimomi pointed out that Nagaland state has been exempted from Panchayat Raj as enshrined in the eleventh schedule of the Constitution and that customary laws and established practices of local self governance has been recognized and given precedence over the Panchayat Raj system. However, he lamented that the same act has been “overlooked” in the municipality (twelfth schedule), which the MP termed as a “blatant constitutional contradiction.” He asserted that there should be similar exemptions from the twelfth schedule in recognition of the same customary practices and laws of the land. He also tabled the demand for creation for an Upper House in Nagaland and informed that a resolution for the same was passed by the NLA in 2005. Zhimomi urged the present government to “immediately bring forward such a bill that would fulfill the democratic aspirations of the people of Nagaland.” He went on to urge for an increase in the number of Parliamentary seats and the number of Assembly

seats for Nagaland state. He further called upon the union government to take cognizance of “historical facts” and ensure justice to the people of Nagaland by fulfilling these demands. The private member bill was however withdrawn following appeals by the Minister for Law and Justice, Ravi Shankar Prasad and Minister of state in the Ministry of Home Affairs, Kiren Rijiju. In response to the appeals made by the MP, the note informed that Ministry of State for Home Affairs; Kiren Rijju “stated the Nagaland is already a special state as per the provisions of the Constitution of India.” He assured the union government was sensitive towards Naga issues and that “there can be many platforms” to look into the issues raised by the MP. He further conceded that “such a procedure gives ultimate authority to the legislature of the state of Nagaland to decide whether an act of parliament would apply to the state,” which he stated was against the “spirit of the Constitution.” The Nagaland MP responded that Article 371 (A) was the “only backbone and foundation of Nagaland statehood and without this clause there would not have been a state of Nagaland.” “So if the Government of India would like to back out, well, in a democracy, majority right does not mean that it satisfies all sections of people,” he added.

Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): Nagaland Parliamentary Secretary for Border Affairs and Women Development, Thomas Lotha, has called for a “realistic and pragmatic” approach towards solving the Assam-Nagaland border issue. Thomas said that if both sides keep on insisting on “traditional boundaries” and are driven by emotions, there would be no meeting point and people living in the common border areas would continue to harbor mistrust and suspicion. Thomas also felt that the Centre has to play a proactive role as mediator and not remain silent every time there is a border conflict between the two states. “One area we can question the wisdom of Government of India is that when Nagaland, once part of Assam, was declared a full-fledged state in 1963, why did the Centre not clearly demarcate the borders between

the two states?” Thomas asked. He stated this while addressing members of the Ralan Area Lotha Hoho and Lotha Lower Range Public Organization, who called on him in Dimapur on Monday, following the latest spate of skirmishes in Ralan area (Wokha district) along the Assam-Nagaland border. Thomas cautioned that the border issue was spiraling out of control due to two main factors – the growing influence of Islamic fundamentalists and Maoists-backed All Adivasi National Liberation Army (AANLA) in the Region. He said this has created “trust deficiency” between the indigenous Assamese and Nagas residing in the commonborderareas,thetwocommunities who have been co-existing peacefully for generations. He said both Assamese and Nagas should go into the root of the problem by trying to identify elements

behind creating chaos in border areas and their sinister designs. He questioned the role of the “so-called neutral force” (CRPF) alleging that every time there is a border problem, it is always the handiwork of illegal immigrants or Maoist-backed Adivasis, tacitly backed by the neutral force. “Are they (CRPF) posted in border areas to protect the lives and property of the indigenous Assamese and Nagas or those of the illegal immigrants and Maoist elements?” Thomas asked. He further cautioned that NE would soon turn into a cauldron of violence and a grave threat to national security if Delhi and the NE states shy away from the tackling fundamentalist and divisive elements. “Whatthe NE states and people as a whole need to understand is that if we don’t act on these threats today, then tomorrow it will be too late. We will become slaves in our own hearth”,he said.

NSDZ proposal is self-defeating: NTC

Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): The Nagaland Tribes Council (NTC), while welcoming the Nagaland state government’s move to consult civil bodies on the setting up of Nagaland Special Development Zones (NSDZ), has stated that “any amount of consultation will not legitimize the present NSDZ project.” It expressed regret that the state government, “in the guise of attracting and wooing investors...” had resolved to undertake NSDZ, “which is a self-defeating and a complete sellout project for temporary benefits.” A press note from the NTC said that the state government cannot review

existing protective laws of Nagaland State, since “the people have never given its mandate to any government to review Article 371(A) of the constitution of India, the Nagaland land and revenue Act, 1978 and BEFR (ILP), 1973 at any point of time.” Quoting the Nagaland CM as stating that “there would be no forceful acquisition of land by the state government for setting up of NSDZ,” the NTC responded that the issue in concern pertains to proposals to “relax existing laws that protect the land and its resources of the indigenous inhabitants of Nagaland from non-indigenous, non-Nagas and outsiders.”

On the CM’s statement that “Article 371(A) did not say that in Nagaland land belonged to the people nor did it say that land could not be transferred to outsiders,” the NTC cited provisions of the said article, including the Nagaland Land and Revenue Regulation (Amendment) Act, 1978. It asserted that “laws” under the said Acts make it clear that Article 371(A) had provided the “state Legislative Assembly an outright jurisdiction to protect, preserve and safeguard the traditional land holding system…” Responding further to the CM’s statement on the Nagaland Land and Revenue Act 1978 that “no land

in the state could be transferred to a non-Nagas without the specific approval of the state government,” the NTC alleged that the CM “attempted to dilute or rewrite the protective law of the land.” It asserted that the question of “taking specific approval of the state government does not arise as any approval of the state government to transfer land to any non-indigenous inhabitants of Nagaland is illegal and against the law.” While extending its support for proposals to develop any part of the state, it however asserted that such proposals should not “forfeit or compromise” the privileges under Article 371(A).

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Mokokchung, July 28 (MExn): Nehru Yuva Kendra, Mokokchung, Nagaland in collaboration with National Stock Exchange of India, Kolkata and Securities and Exchange Board of India, Guwahati have jointly conducted Investors’ Awareness Programme at People’s College, Mokokchung district, Nagaland on July 24. Above hundred college students with members of Young Club members and NYCs were present for the programme. NSE, Kolkatta, sponsored the programme. The Investors’ Awareness Programme was done for prospective investor where SEBI and NSE officials namely Marc Asst. General Manger, ( SEBI) and Biswadeep Roy, Asst. Manager (NSE), Kolkatta animated the programme as resource persons. The

A section of the students attending the Investors’ Awareness Programme held at People’s College, Mokokchung district on July 24.

programme aims to impart basic knowledge on securities market, benefits of investors and different options available for investment in different bonds, shares and securities. In

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Aliba Culture Club silver jubilee Mokokchung, July 28 (DIPR): Aliba Culture Club will celebrate its Silver Jubilee on August 1 at the Tatar Salang Aliba. Where, Ajong Welfare Society Dimapur & Aliba Watsu Unit will present cultural songs. Welcome address will be delivered by Treasure Aliba Cultural Club T.C. Wati Kichu and short exhortation will be delivered by Chairman Village Council Aliba, Nokzenketba.

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DIMaPuR, July 28 (MExn): The Culture Club Khensa will celebrate its Silver Jubilee (1989-2014) under the theme ‘Preservation and promotion of culture’ on August 1, 2014 from 9:00 am at Yimrong Tenem, Khensa Village. Dr. Watijungshi, Principal, Pfütsero Government College will grace the event as chief guest, Rev. P. Longri Longchar will speak on the theme while Rev. C.Teyong Kichu (missionary) will release the souvenir book. Later, in the evening a cultural event will be held at 5:00 pm, which will be inaugurated by Tongpangsücha, JEI & FC Medziphema. The Culture Club Khensa Silver Jubilee organizers have invited all the citizens and also the in-laws to attend the celebration.

Electrical Engineer graduates meeting kohIMa, July 28 (MExn): All Electrical Engineer graduates are informed that there will be a general meeting on August 2 at LCS building near Ao Church Midland Kohima. A press note issued by Meshenlo Kath, President, Graduate Electrical Engineers Association of Nagaland (GEEAN) has requested all fresh graduates to attend and register without fail. C M Y K

IDCF launch on July 30 kohIMa, July 28 (DIPR): The launching programme of the Intensified Diarrhoea Control Fortnight (IDCF) will be held at the IDSP Conference Hall, Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Kohima on July 30 at 11:00 AM. Principal Director (Health & FW) and Chairman, State Level IDCF Steering Committee, Dr. G. Kemp will launch the Fortnights’ activities. The Fortnight is being observed from July 28 to August 8, 2014 to promote the control of childhood diarrhoeal diseases and also to promote Infant & Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices.

LVBC celebrates golden jubilee kIPhIRE, July 28 (MExn): The Langzanger Village Baptist Church celebrates its golden jubilee with theme 'proclaim liberty" from July 25 to 27 with Phom Baptist Churches Association, Executive Secretary Y. Nuklu Phom, United Sangtam Baptist Lithroti Ashimukhong (USBLA) secretary C. Lima and USBLA Tsangkhuchu as speakers. Various speakers who greeted the citizens in the occasion of the golden jubilee were Dr Tinojungshi Chang, SDO Civil Kiphire, Pitongse, Deputy Commissioner Excise Dimapur, Kirithong ADC SSA. Agape School Kiphire performed during both the opening and closing programme. Around 200 delegates from different churches attended the three day programme.

Kohima Excise personnel seizes IMFL kohIMa, July 28 (MExn): The Kohima Excise personnel manning the interstate check gate Khuzama detected and seized a total of 36 bottles of MC Rum 750 ml, 96 bottles of 180 ml Gin, 96 bottles of 180 ml Bagpiper Whiskey, 48 nos of 500 ml can beer, 24 bottles of 375 ml and 144 bottles of 180 ml officers choice whiskey from July 22-29. A press note issued by the Superintendant of Excise & Prohibition state that the accused persons has been booked and penalised for violation of NLTP Act 89. The seizure was made under the command of Pushukhong, AIE. The seized items had been deposited in the Malkhana of the Superintendant of Excise office Kohima.

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kohIMa, July 28 (DIPR): The newly constructed memorial cemetery of late P. Shilu Ao, the first Chief Minister of Nagaland, will be inaugurated on August 1 at Longjang village at 2:00 p.m. The Memorial will be inaugurated by the Chief Secretary to the Government of Nagaland, Banuo Z. Jamir as the chief guest while Alemtemshi Jamir IAS (Retd) will be the guest of honour. The programme is being organized by the Longjang Riongsanger Cultural Club, Longjang.

the deliberation, the role and functions of SEBI and NSE were discussed. The resource persons also took time in educating the participants what is company, about shares

and other investments avenues for investors. They also highlighted the involvement risk and return associated with investment options. They also discussed with the partici-

pants the ponzi schemes/ Fraud schemes running in North Eastern States. They cautioned the participants to be careful before any investment is to be made. Ponzi schemes promises high return and with no risk at all. One should take care to ensure before any investment to find out whether the Organization is registered or taken due permission from various regulating authorities or Government for raising fund. If doubt arises, one can enquire or verify the scheme through www. sebi.gov.in. They also gave toll free No 1800220051 for quarries relevant to securities market. They also shared complaint redressal system available with SEBI and NSE. This was informed in a press release issued by DYC, NYK Mokokchung John Makhabo.

P h E k , J u ly 2 8 (MExn): In respond to the DEO Phek regarding pre-matric scholarship that appear in the local media, the All Nagaland Private School Association Phek Division, Nagaland (ANPSA Phek Division has issued some clarification. The Association in a press note issued by its president Sabu Koza stated that the pre-matric scholarship, which the students were given the opportunity to get some help from the government, was started in the year 2009 and continuing till date. Students who have applied in the year 2009, some they got altogether S times, some 4 times, some 3 times, some 2 times and some 1 times

in the year 2012, 2013 & 2014 respectively. However, students who have applied in the year 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013 have not received even once. In this regards, ANPSA Phek Division has tried to get the first hand knowledge from the department concerned but after enquiring from the concerned department they also said that they don't know the reason behind regarding the past years what they are not getting but 2013 applicants were rejected, the press note informed. Therefore, in this regard the Association has put their “grievances to the student body to do the needful because the applicants parents start-

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ed having doubt on the headmasters, that money is misused by them. Also they started complaining that for form fill up they need to get Parent Income Affidavit, Indigenous Certificate, Open Bank Account, Minority Certificate, Birth Certificate, Passport where lot of money and times are wasted.” Therefore, as a responsible officer, the DEO Phek is asked to “first study the ground reality while all these things were happening that the pre-matric scholarship during the past years i.e. starting from 2010 were not received also while only Phek Block pre-matric scholarship for the year 2013 were rejected when other blocks of Phek were receiving.”

New project for water supply in Phek dis inaugurated IRCS Wokha District Branch PhEk, July 28 (MExn): New project for providing water supply to Phuyoba Village and Thurutsuswumi Village by gravity under NRDWP was inaugurated on July 25 by Er. Kitoshe Y.Aye, Executive Engineer, PHE Phek Division in presence of Village leaders of Phuyoba and Thurutsuswumi, K. Basa and neighbouring village elders including Sekhosa Chuzo, PA to Speaker Chotisuh Sazo. Speaking on the inaugural function the Executive Engineer congratulated all concerned for their best effort and thanked the State Government and all concerned for making the project a success. He also highlighted on the

conducts free medical camp

Wokha, July 28 (MExn): The IRCS Wokha District Branch in its service to humanity conducted a free medical camp at Baghty covering Upper Baghty, Makurung and Soku villages on July 26. Dr. K.Z.Ovung Hony Secy IRCSWDB chaired a short function and Orenthung Patton ADC Bhandari, Dr T. Tsanglao and Dr Zuben Kikon DVBO delivered short speeches. A team of nine Doctors and 18 medical personnel led by Dr Enrithung Kikon CMO, Dr W.N Ezung MS volunteered themselves Er. Kitoshe Y.Aye, Executive Engineer, PHE Phek Division and others during the inaugura- and provided medical tion of the water supply projects. checkup and distributed judicial use of water in or- diseases. A formal inaugu- rately with presentation of medicines to about 250 pader to conserve it and to ral programme was organ- traditional folk songs and tients. Patients were also facilitated with Blood Test by be aware of water related ised in both villages sepa- thanksgiving prayer.

DVBO Staff Wokha. The IRCSWDB expressed the need of posting a regular Doctor against the vacant post at PHC Baghty to ensure Public Health Care of the entire Baghty Valley. The IRCSWDB in a press release acknowledged IRCS State Branch Kohima for allowing to conduct the camp with financial support, Mmhonlumo Kikon MLA 40 A/C for extending financial support, Vyasant IAS for sponsoring fuel expenses, Dr John Murry for his generous contribution of medicines, ADC Bhandari and Baghty Village Council for their logistic support and all the team members for their selfless services in making the camp a success.

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Free Homeopathy Medical Camp held in Kohima

kohIMa, July 28 (MExn): Gorkha Public Panchayat, Kohima has organised a free Homeopathy Medical Camp at GPP Hall Chandmari on July 27. Dr. O. N Dubey was the consultant who treated patients with general illness including patient suffering from Chronic diseases. All together 128 patients were treated and free medicines were distributed to the pa-

tients. GPP Kohima Press & Publicity Secretary, Rajeev Rai, in a press release said that the camp began with an inaugural program was chaired by Santu Thapa, President, Gorkha Public Panchayat . Dr. Dubey was facilitated by the Head G.B Kamal Bahadur Chettri, Jibon Pradhan Panchayat Secretary and Bharat Baraili ,member, GSKS. The of-

ficials of various Gorkha NGO’s and patients attended the programme. Dr. Dubey, while speaking during the programme highlighted the importance of Homeopathy as a system of medicine catering to give healthy life to the people. He also thanked the organiser for organising the camp and assured to continue his voluntary service for the sack of humanity in

days to come. Meanwhile, Nagaland Institute of Health, Environment & Social Welfare (NIHESW) has organized free Homeopathy medical Camp at NIHESW Conference Hall, Opp. Commissioner’s Office Kohima on July 28. All together 51 patients were treated and provided free medicines. NIHESW Executive Director Dr. Vizovol Mekro in

a press release stated that the major aims & objectives being promotion of alternative system of medicines with special reference to Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Sidha, Homeopathy (AYUSH), indigenous Herbal & Folk medicine in the state the camp was organized. The NIHESW is grateful to Dr. O.N.Dubey who speared valuable time for

Medical camp held at Kigwema Baptist Church

kIgWEMa, July 28 (DIPR): A humanitarian mission was carried out by KBC as it had been conducted a free medical camp on July 27 observing the day as the Health Sunday. The programme was jointly organized by the Mercy Group of Centenary Sub-Committee and the Church Youth Department. A total number of 149 patients who had been registered in the health camp with a majority of them had problems of viral fever, high blood pressure, gastritis and other common ailments. Many of the patients also had random blood sugar (RBS) test and a good number of patients had dental check-up. Free medicines were also provided to the patients. The medical teams were comprised of three doctors- Dr. Khriekuolie, Dr. Neisakho Kere and Dentist Ayano Yhokho who were assisted by a host of nurses and laboratory technicians.

Medical team with the organizers during the medical camp held on July 27. (DIPR Photo)

conduct of this camp successful and the organizer is looking for such support in day to come so that the needy people can be provided with such facility. The orginser is also grateful to Dr. Alhounuo Khezhie, Epidemiologist, Kohima and Dr. Khesheli Awomi, Epidemiologist, Wokha, for their contribution in successfully orgainsing the camp.

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IEC sanitation campaign for village leaders in Dimapur

DIMaPuR, July 28 (MExn): An IEC campaign on sanitation for villages under PHE(R), Dimapur was held at the office of the Executive Engineer (R) attended by village functionaries of different villages on July 28. Er. Tongpang Longkumer, EE PHED (R) welcoming the participants also urged them to have a sense of ownership of assets created and be ambassadors of change in their respective villages. Er.Mersen, Project Engineer, spoke on the importance of water and sanitation while Sanitation and Hygiene Consultant, Imojungla Longkumer both from PHED (R) Division Dimapur talked on waste management. The programme which began with invocation pronounced by HA, PHED (R) Dimapur, Kumlong was chaired by Vibou Seyie, IEC consultant.Vote of thanks was proposed by Er. Imtisoa, SDO, PHE, Kuhuboto, Dimapur.

ATMA Dimapur Niuland Block conducts farming activities

DIMaPuR, July 28 (MExn): Agricultural Technology Management Agency Dimapur, Niuland Block organized demonstration programme at Hovishe village on July 24. Resource person Dr. E. Kapfoh, VAS & BTT Convenor, Niuland Block spoke on the topic “Piggery Management”. He said that Pig rearing is one such farming which can be done as a specialized farm or as a component of mix farming or as subsidiary vocation. He emphasized on various methods of breeding, selection of stock, system of rearing, housing, gestation, farrowing, feeding, control of swine diseases, etc. He also threw light on “Rabbit Farming” saying that it is assumed high popularity among farmers in Nagaland. This is mainly attributed to its numerous advantages over other live-

ATMA officials and Kenny Rhetso, SMS (Home Science), KVK during one day capacity building of SHGs held at Niuland Town.

stock in terms of prolificacy, rapid multiplication, quick returns and largely because it is cheap and easy to rear. Later, Imlitemsu, Supervisor, Mushroom Development Centre, Department of Horticulture demonstrated on “Oyster Mushroom Cultivation”.

He performed step by step procedures that included boiling of paddy straws, layering under polybags, spreading of spawns, etc. He also explained that it is cheap and easy to practice it and also provides a rich addition to the diet in the form of proteins, carbohy-

drates, vitamins, etc. On the other hand, at Nikhekhu village on July 25, Resource person Chumyani Ovung, AFA & BTT Member, Dept. of Agriculture explained thoroughly on the topics “System of Rice Intensification (SRI)” and “Integrated Pest Management

(IPM) on Paddy”. She encouraged the participants to adopt SRI techniques as it is more efficient and productive nowadays and also mentioned various pests that affect paddy cultivation and ways to manage it. A one day capacity building for SHGs was con-

ducted on July 26 at ADC Conference Hall, Niuland Town. Resource person V. Kenny Rhetso, SMS (Home Science), KVK (ICAR), Jharnapani spoke on the topic “Value addition of fruits and vegetables”. She demonstrated making of pineapple squash and green chilly pickle and explained on correct addition of ingredients and preservatives. She also encouraged the SHGs to take up such activities for personal use as well as for economic growth. The SHGs were also imparted knowledge on “Mushroom Cultivation” by one member each of Kuzuve and Zave SHG from Naga United village. Later, seed money was distributed to the selected SHGs by Demalu Hasnusa, BTM, Niuland Block who elaborated on the concept of seed money and how to utilise it.

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Tripura to get rice from Andhra via Bangladesh AgArtAlA, July 28 (IANS): Rice from southern India to Tripura via Bangladesh is likely to reach here Thursday, bringing to fruition a three-year-long diplomatic and strategical endeavour between New Delhi and Dhaka. "The first consignment of 5,000 tonnes of rice in small ships from Kakinada port in Andhra Pradesh reached Saturday at Ashuganj river port in (eastern) Bangladesh via Kolkata port," Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Bhanulal Saha told IANS here. He said: "The rice, meant for Public Distribution System, would now be loaded on trucks from Wednesday or Thursday to take it at the FCI (Food Corporation of India) depots in Agartala." "Around 20 trucks are expected to arrive Agartala everyday for the next 12 to 13 days from Thursday." Ashuganj river port in eastern Bangladesh is around 40 km from here. The rice-loaded trucks would reach Agartala from Ashuganj (under Brahmanbaria district of Chittagong division of Bangladesh) within two hours. Due to the Eid-ul Fitr festival

NE man attacked in Gurgaon, one detained gurgAoN, July 28 (IANS): A man was detained for attacking a Manipuri man here Sunday night, police said Monday. Soizamuam, 39, and a cab driver, was attacked Sunday night by two brothers who were his neighbours. The victim, who lives with his wife on rent in Nathupur village on the GurgaonMehrauli border, had some differences with brothers Ajit (29) and Sujit (27) -his neighbouring tenants. They had earlier fought over trivial issues. Sunday night, Soizamuam and Sujit had a scuffle in which the latter was injured. Both were allegedly drunk. "When Ajit learnt about the fight, the brothers attacked Soizamuam in his house," police officer Sanjay Kumar told IANS. Soizamuam suffered a head injury and was admitted to a private hospital with Sujit who was later discharged. Police then detained Sujit who is also a taxi driver. A case was registered against the duo for attacking Soizamuam in his house, threatening him with dire consequences and common intent.

UPF team to arrive in Delhi on July 30 NEW DElHI, July 28 (NNN): A team of United Peoples Front (UPF), the umbrella Chin-Kuki-Mizo underground organisation, will be arriving here in New Delhi on Wednesday, July 30 for a meeting with the officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), Government of India. The UPF team will be headed by Araon Kipgen who is the convenor of UPF's representative for 'political dialogue' with the Government, according to a well placed source. With just 25 days left for the expiry of the present one year term of Suspension of Operation (SoO) with both the Kuki National Organisation (KNO) and United Peoples' Front (UPF) there have been hectic consultations going on among the leaders of KNO and UPF. The current one year SoO term for both UPF and KNO ends on August 22. Meanwhile, both UPF and KNO are not sure whether they will extend the SoO for another term. "Our team will arrive here in New Delhi on Wednesday and a meeting with the officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India will be held within this week," said the source, adding, The source further said only after the August 12 meeting the UPF will only know whether to extend the Suspension of Operation with the Government or not after the current term expires on August 22. The source however, did not disclose the venue of the August 12 UPF meeting.

in Bangladesh, unloading and loading of the rice from vessels to trucks was delayed for a few days. Saha said in the next phase, another 5,000 tonnes of rice would be ferried to Tripura in the same manner and through the same route. "In view of conversion of railway lines from metre gauge to broad gauge, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) would stop train services in Tripura, Manipur, Mizoram and southern Assam from this year's October to June next year," the minister said. Saha said: "I had telephonic talks with Mizoram's Food and Civil Supplies Minister John Rotluangliana a few days back and discussed about the possible problems of carrying food grain from different parts of the country after the closer of the train services to the region." The minister said after holding talks with the food and civil supplies ministers of other northeastern states, he would approach the railway and union food and civil supply ministers to hold a meeting in Guwahati to ferry food grain and essentials via Bangladesh on a regular basis or

as and when the situation arises. The eight northeastern states, including Sikkim, are largely dependent on the bigger states, specially northern Indian states, for food grain and essential commodities. The Bangladesh government following three-yearlong diplomatic and strategic parleys has, under a special transit facility, agreed to transport 10,000 tonnes of food grain for Tripura across its territory. "After getting a positive gesture from the Bangladesh government, the FCI started the process three years back to transport food grain and essentials from southern India usingtheAshuganjriverportandthe roadways connected to the northeastern states," FCI's area manager Benugopal Bhuiya told IANS. "The FCI had earlier floated tenders to select Bangladeshi transporters. After a series of diplomatic and administrative parleys involving various Bangladeshi ministries and India's food, finance, shipping and external affairs ministries, the long-pending matter was settled recently," Tripura's Principal Secretary (Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs) B.K. Roy told IANS.

Earlier, in 2012, Bangladesh had allowed India's state-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) to ferry heavy machinery, turbines and cargo through Ashuganj port for the 726 MW Palatana mega power project in southern Tripura. The Indian government had spent several millions of rupees to develop the port and related infrastructure. "After Tripura, food grain would likely be ferried through Bangladesh for other northeastern states, including Mizoram, Manipur and southern Assam, to save time and costs, besides ensuring certainty," the FCI official said. "Due to shortage of rail wagons, inadequate storage facilities and various other bottlenecks, the northeastern states have been suffering from poor supply of food grain for most part of the year, especially during the monsoon (June to September)," Tripura's Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Bhanulal Saha said. Surface connectivity is a key factor as the mountainous northeastern region is surrounded by Bangladesh, Myanmar, Bhutan and China, and the only land

route to these states from within India is through Assam and West Bengal. During the monsoon season, road transport becomes very difficult due to floods and landslides. For ferrying essentials, goods and heavy machinery from abroad and other parts of the country, India has for long been asking Bangladesh land, sea and rail access to the northeast. Agartala via Guwahati, for instance, is 1,650 km from Kolkata and 2,637 km from New Delhi. The distance between Agartala and Kolkata via Bangladesh is just about 350 km. The FCI is carrying the food grain via Bangladesh in association with the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), involving private transporters. Indian and Bangladeshi waterways connect West Bengal (Haldia and Kolkata ports) and Assam (Karimganj port). The IWAI and Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) are operating vessels on these routes. The two neighbours share 2,979 km of land border and 1,116 km of riverine boundary and also share 54 rivers, including eight rivers flowing from Tripura.

Central BJP team visits Tripura after attacks AgArtAlA, July 28 (PtI): A central team of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Monday visited Tripura to take stock of the situation following attacks on party cadres allegedly by supporters of the ruling Communist Party of IndiaMarxist (CPI-M). The three-member delegation, led by S.S. Ahluwalia, who is in charge of the party's affairs in the northeast, rushed to Sipahijala district in western Tripura, and South and Gomati districts in southern Tripura immediately after their arrival here. They also noted state-

ments of the villagers. The BJP delegation, which also comprises parliament members Tarun Vijay and Satyanarayan Jatia, visited some rural areas where clashes reportedly took place after the July 15 panchayat polls. The delegation, before leaving for Delhi, is likely to meet acting Governor Padmanabha Balakrishna Acharya Tuesday. "The CPI-M workers and members let loose a reign of terror and attacked the opposition party supporters in different parts of the state after the panchay-

at elections. Many people, including women, were injured in these attacks," BJP's Tripura unit president Sudhindra Dasgupta told reporters. Dasgupta, who is also accompanying the central team, said the delegation after returning to New Delhi may submit a report to the party's central leaders about the prevailing situation in Tripura. This is the first BJP delegation visiting any northeastern state after the central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi assumed office May 26.

In a significant political development, the BJP for the first time - secured majority in five gram panchayats and won 141 seats, defeating candidates of Left parties in many other gram panchayats in the July 15 local bodies' election. Dasgupta and other BJP leaders were allegedly attacked by CPI-M workers last week at Jatrapur village in western Tripura when they went there to meet BJP supporters who were reportedly assaulted earlier by Left party members. The BJP workers led by senior party leaders subse-

quently held demonstrations in front of the state police headquarters in Agartala and other districts. The CPI-M said the allegations against its workers were false and imaginary. "Dasgupta's vehicle (when they visited Jatrapur village) hit four CPI-M workers at Jatrapur. Following this, other CPI-M workers rushed to the spot and protested against the incident," CPI-M leader Nakul Malla later told reporters. "The BJP to get political mileage has been exaggerating the political situation in Tripura," Malla said.

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customary practices and values under the present administrative system of the dominant and communal GoM.” Consequently, it stated that the Government of India had initiated the process of tripartite talk of the GoI, GoM and the United Naga Council (UNC). However, it lamented the “aggressive back door policy of the GoM to usurp the land of the tribals continues unabated through the New Land Use Policy of Manipur(2014), introduction of Village Development Committees, New Land Acquisition Bill and appointment of Revenue Tribunals.” It added that “military campaigns of the GoM throughmilitarizationofUkhruldistrictcontinuesinspiteof the people’s demonstration of protest through civil actions, with the clear agenda to create situations for disturbing the hard earned peace and sabotaging the ongoing IndoNaga peace process…”

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Foothill Road can become the LOC/LAC between Assam and Nagaland

any will not know what LOC or LAC is all about. But we need to know about it because it can have relevance to our not-too-distant future in the state. The term Line of Control (LOC) known as Asia’s Berlin wall refers to the military control line between the Indian Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistani Azad Kashmira line which, to this day, does not constitute a legally recognized international boundary but is the de facto border. Originally known as the “Cease-fire Line”, it was re-designated as the “Line of Control” following the Simla Agreement, which was signed on 3 July 1972. Since independence of India and Pakistan, the border has been a site of numerous conflict and wars between each country, and is one of the most complex borders in the world. Another cease-fire line, one that separates the Indian Jammu & Kashmir from the Chinese Aksai Chin, lies further to the east and is known as the Line of Actual Control (LAC). It has been referred to as one of the most

dangerous places in the world. It is rather embarrassing but plainly honest; I should but I still don’t know much about my own small beautiful terra firma of Nagaland save the broad knowledge that vast stretch of our lands extend beyond the country to Myanmar in the east and beyond the state to Manipur in the south, Assam in the west and Arunachal Pradesh in the north. How much of this land was then sliced out to form Nagaland State and how much of the land initially claimed was left out thereafter is writ large in the political agreement signed between the Nagas and the GOI in 1963. Just that we don’t talk about it (land outside) anymore. Settlement with people without their land is unquestionably unfinished settlement and therefore any alternative settlement with any group without land settlement at least of, if not beyond the 1963 agreement will only be debasing. It can also be factually correct, considering the proceeding circumstances, the antici-

pated settlement will be inter alia, resettlement within the status quo of Nagaland State; resettlement within settlement or a settlement without bringing in an additional inch of land. Unless this postulation is proven otherwise, how can resettlement within 50 years settlement possibly be considered a settlement in any sense? The only word I find appropriate here is ‘rehabilitation’. And rehabilitation and settlement are not the same word; resettlement sounds nearer. Else I can say with certain amount of conviction that it will be a reorganization of the existing boundary in some districts to convert the ultra citizens into bona fide citizens of the state. At least it can appear more pleasing to the eye if the negotiating groups instead of demanding resettlement within the small state of Nagaland boldly demand and accomplish the incomplete land settlement of the 16 Point Agreement and likewise the state government sincerely facilitate the same. That way, their physical settlement in the new land settlement can be fully jus-

tified; after all it is their achievement. Anyway that is not coming. Without uncertainty you can take it for granted that the GOI, the GON, some NGOs and the negotiating factions altogether rolled in one will be over-joy to have some settlement within the four walls of Nagaland. Unfortunately, the state government has bungled the much desired foothill road so much so it has unnecessarily stirred the hornets’ nest of interest and pressure groups with no probable solution in sight. Most attention has been dragged down to the HOW & WHY of the foothill road construction process and subsequent reaction from every nook and corner of the state. Of course gradually and eventually this controversy will subside and the working process will either start one fine day or stop one sad day. But people want, actually need the road so it has to be done one way or the other. But again, WHERE the road is being taken may not be as simple as we see. As mentioned earlier I don’t know much except the little

vitals that much of the potentially rich lands in the foothills are encroached by Assam without any reaction from the state. And the state government, NGOs and factions apparently feel that our issue (including land & resources) should be settled with the GOI, not with the neighbouring state(s). The critical point raised here is whether the foothill road is being taken or undertaken only through the un-encroached/ undisputed land inside Nagaland or whether the road is also passing through Assam occupied lands and if not, what is the state government contemplating to do thereafter about those encroached lands across the foothill road? The NPCC has cautioned the government not to conduct cadastral survey for the proposed NSDZs till border dispute is settled because such endeavour within Assam occupied lands will be objected nay obstructed and submissively undertaking the same only in un-encroached/undisputed land inside Nagaland will automatically legitimized Assam ownership of those encroached

lands. NSDZs or foothill road, it is all the same. If the state government cannot defend its own recognized village- Dikoi because Assam has claimed it or Ladigarh because of a road construction or Merapani war as a fairy tale, there may be many more, Heaven safe us because the government, the factions and the NGOs cannot. There is no land without people and no people without land and because of that people and land are identified as one. The hostility between Pakistan and India or China and India do not persist because of other reasons but for the land they claim as rightfully theirs. It is worth fighting several wars. Thus LOC, LAC as a deterrent measure- “a line which, to this day, does not constitute a legally recognized international boundary but is the de facto border”. Given the insensitivity and laxity of the state government, for that matter the negotiating factions too over the lands claimed during formation of statehood and lost after statehood, what guarantee

do we have that foothill road eventually will not become the de facto border between Assam and Nagaland? Let those who think otherwise convince us that it will not. The same way ‘man proposes, God disposes’, what the public has proposed, the popularly elected government must dispose. But more importantly, while doing so the government must simultaneously initiate daring initiative to recover all the lost rights and land of the people of the state. If Assam has the force to encroached not once but repeatedly the traditional lands of the Nagas, what is lacking on the part of the popularly elected government to defend its territorial rights or the negotiating factions which until recently talk of Naga sovereignty and then Greater Nagaland to aggressively claim more territorial rights over traditional lands left outside the state of Nagaland instead of limiting the settlement for resettlement within the shrinking state of Nagaland? Vaprümu Demo

That “Something Is Very Wrong” Feeling In Nagaland Today GPRN/NSCN questions high-handedness of AR

hat Nagaland was a free and independent country in human history is a fact confirmed by historical records. Lost as it was in mountainous terrains, far away from any ancient trade routes and inhabited by fierce headhunters, history marched by without affecting Nagaland with any of its many upheavals. Unaffected by any foreign religion or culture, our Naga forefathers evolved a purest form of democracy that breathed freedom into the very soul and being of the nation. I for one can still feel the tremors and vibrations of that spirit of freedom in my very bones and marrows because I was brought up in that culture. But something very wrong happened to our history in the 1950’s as we marched into the 20th century. That “something very wrong” feeling has ever since, foreshadowed all our subsequent history for the past over half a century. For all these years, we havefelt both its visible as well as invisible grip on our lives as we march on into the 21st century. To begin with, something political is very wrong today, because for the past 56 years I (and all Nagas) have been made to breathe and live under the shadow of an Armed Forces Special Power Act that has taken away all the former freedom to life from me. Something religious is also very wrong today, when our land is now dotted with huge Church buildings atop every village hillock but there is no sermon ever preached to condemn this most heinous act that seeks to deface God’s image in us.

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acies, anarchy seems to be the order of the day. I tell you, you will find the reasons for all this anarchy if you peel through fifty seven years of political lies that have plagued Naga politics since the inception of the Naga Peoples Convention in 1957. Beginning from 1957, layers upon layers of lies have covered Naga history through the establishment of a foreign Indian Government in Nagaland in 1963. This was followed by the formation of the Revolutionary Government of 1968, the formation of the NSCN in 1980, its split in 1988 and further split into four factions today. Then there was the parallel formation of another NNC in 1990 and its further multiplication into three factions today. As one flips through this half a century accumulation of lies, one will find deliberate betrayals covered up under the guise of noble intentions of saving the nation from doom. Lies and lies so well camouflaged in religious language and slogans all so profusely propagated through writings and endless speeches. The writings and speeches have gone on for five seven years so much so that, the Naga public has been fooled into believing them as facts. Today this accumulated new culture of lies have started affecting our real Naga culture, our Christian values, our politics and even our economy. Only when we uncover all these lies and collectively choose to stand for the truth, we will rediscover our true national soul and its democratic freedom. Kaka D. Iralu

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without any solution in sight is unpreceded in human history. Yes, the FNR had been running from every pillar to post to bring reconciliation and unity among the various political factions. But is something wrong with the FNR efforts too because the factions are still at war and killing one another? The ACOUT too has been shouting hoarse over illegal multiple taxation. But is something wrong with their shouting too because the price of some vegetables have shot up to even 100 Rupees per Kg and meat Rupees 160 to 300? Are their cries for removal of illegal taxes unconnected with the exorbitant taxes the business community in Nagaland is forcing on the Naga public. And is there no government in the land to check these multiple price rises? What of our own Naga settlers being butchered by the Assam police from clearly within their ancestral lands on the borders of Assam? What of compansations for their torched dwellings and destroyed crops? Is there no Minister or Bureaucrat in the present state of Nagaland who knows these boundary lines with Assam, Manipur and Arunachal states? If they don’t know, shouldn’t they send the Governor of Nagaland to settle these conflicts because under Article 371 (A) the Governor is supposed to be in charge of law and order? What then is wrong with Nagaland today? Why is “something is very wrong”feeling still there inspite of all the outward façade of “land of festivals” and grand road shows? Beneath all those fant-

Something is indeed very wrong, when Nagaland is supposed to be a Christian land but the land is filled with fratricidal killings and extortions. Something is also very wrong with our Nagaland Indian State today, when our Ministers, bureaucrats and their associates are ziping around town in the most costly foreign cars, while the overwhelming majority of Nagas cannot afford even a taxi fare. Yes indeed, something is very wrong with this foreign installed state when even after half a century of statehood, electricity all over the land keeps shutting down and the roads leading into its capital are all full of potholes. Yes, Nagaland is a land of festivals, folk songs and folk dances too. It is a land where life is supposed to be good“Kelhoukevira” (Land where life is good)so her poets had fondly coined her! But something is very wrong when her poets have fled Nagaland only to write nostalgic tales about her from faraway foreign lands. Something is very wrong when Nagaland’s history Professors, English Professors and Sociology professors have fled the country only to Professor from abroad. Something is also very wrong with our national politics when our own soldiers are at fratricidal war with one another and the public are driving them out from their designated camps. Something also must be very wrong with their peace talks because no peace talks have ever dragged on for seventeen years without yielding even one sentence of solution. This kind of peace talks stretching to seventeen years

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ACROSS 1.. Sheds 6. Black, in poetry 10. Barely 14. A low-mass chargeless particle 15. Connecting point 16. A single time 17. Style 18. Fortitude 19. Atop 20. Element 22. Fully developed 23. South African monetary unit 24. Small Old World finch 26. Aquatic plant 30. Chief Executive Officer 31. Estimated time of arrival 32. Misled 33. Rope fiber 35. Avoid 39. Shaped like a ring 41. Not excessive 43. Grave marker 44. Any day now 46. An exchange involving money 47. Pair 49. Faster than light

50. Not now 51. A movement upward 54. Took flight 56. Impoverished 57. Dwelling 63. Dwarf buffalo 64. Distinctive flair 65. Push 66. Awestruck 67. Thorny flower 68. Anagram of “Paste” 69. Backside 70. Views 71. Begin

DOWN 1. Wise men 2. Beasts of burden 3. Water chestnut 4. Unit of pressure 5. Contemptuous look 6. Train operators 7. Tedium 8. Norse god 9. Urticate 10. Reporter 11. Remove the pins from 12. Range 13. Basic belief 21. Russian country house 25. Bit of gossip 26. “Oh my!”

27. Fluff 28. Heredity unit 29. Mixed with impurities 34. Storylines 36. Salt Lake state 37. Expunge 38. Biblical garden 40. A field of grass 42. Arm of the sea 45. On leave (military) 48. Not these or those 51. 3-banded armadillo 52. Submarine detector 53. Cages 55. Narrow-waisted stingers 58. Found in some lotions 59. Not this 60. Greek letter 61. Not under 62. Where a bird lives Ans to CrossWord 2954

eaders of great and powerful nation like India proclaiming the largest democracy in the world championing its highest contribution to global peacekeeping efforts should be magnanimous, generous and strictly walk the talk; not cruel and vindictive. It is clearly revealed that the Indian Government is always talking of peace in one hand but holds a dagger on the other hand. “A man in deep slumber will wake up and respond when called, but a hypocrite pretending to be sleeping will never respond.” The unwarranted and addictive action of Assam Rifles in raiding the houses of GPRN/NSCN members creating untold harassment to the families has become a huge bottleneck in maintaining the sanctity of the cease-fire. The action of Assam Rifles who siege and raided the private residence of senior Kilonser Hojei Swu in the wee hour 1:30 a.m. of July 25 for more than four hours where no piece of suspicious or illegal possessions was found, serves as a reminder of the act of violence meted out against the Nagas in the past few decades. The GPRN/NSCN vehemently condemns the highhandedness, arrogant act and frequent atrocities committed by the Assam Rifles thereby unnecessarily creating a war-like situation, time and again, taking undue advantage of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) despite the ongoing cease-fire. Such incident reflects the many ill-intended activities of the Assam Rifles acting as a negative force under the draconian law where even the innocent citizens and government servants are not spared without any rhyme or reason. CFMG Chairman, Lt. Gen (Rtd) N.K. Singh had told media persons on July 17, 2014 at Police Complex Chumukedima that when Assam Rifles personnel raid houses and if nothing incriminating is found, then it amounts to harassment. In line with his statement, the very raid on Kilonser Hojei’s residence on July 25 is a clear case of harassment as no suspicious materials were found. The Draconian act of AFSPA 1958 is the most inhumane law of the Democratic India and we dare to challenge its validity when such acts are committed even during peaceful period. The Indian leaders proclaimed that the Naga issue is a political problem and that it cannot be solved through Military means. With such open assertions of the Indian leaders, the Nagas hoped that Indian leadership would come to the negotiating table with sincerity and a strong political will. Does Assam Rifles know that after more than six decades of fighting the leaders of India including the likes of General Shanker Roy Chaudhury, the former Chief of the Indian Army admitted that, military way solution to the Naga issue is not possible? Nagas have borne enough violence and crimes against them in the Indo-Naga conflict perpetrated by the Indian army. The latest incident has reminded many such things while Nagas are still trying to recover hoping and wishing their honest tears would dry out. Thousands of Naga freedom lovers are crying for justice and liberty from their graves. Assam Rifles should open their eyes and see the MEANING OF CEASE-FIRE. A cease-fire (or truce) is a temporary stoppage of a war in which each side agrees with the other to suspend aggressive actions. Cease-fires may be declared as part of a formal treaty, but they have also been called as part of an informal understanding between opposing forces. An armistice is a formal agreement to end fighting. Cease-fire Chiefly (Military) is a period of truce, especially one that is temporary and a preliminary step to establishing a more permanent peace on agreed terms. Clause (d) of the Cease-fire Ground Rules enunciates as follows. “There would be no offensive operations like ambush, raid and attack leading to death/injury/damage or loss of property against the NSCN by the Indian army, Paramilitary forces and the Police.” The motto of the Assam Rifles as “friends of the hill people” should instead be changed to “Foes of the hill people” as revealed by the actions which have caused untold harassment and hardship to the Naga people. The GPRN/NSCN once again strongly condemns the continuous addictive and evil designs of Assam Rifles despite the cease-fire being in force. There could have been a catastrophic incident which the Assam Rifles would have been fully responsible. The GPRN/NSCN once again reiterates its last statement that if any informer of Assam Rifles is caught then he/she shall be charged with treason and awarded capital punishment for which GPRN/NSCN shall not be held responsible. Issued by MIP, GPRN/NSCN

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‘Peoples’ Dialogue’ on assam- Sazo for framing Hepatitis C policy Nagaland border issue Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): The United Naga Tribes Association of Border Areas (UNTABA) is organizing a “Peoples’ Dialogue” on August 9 on the contentious border issue between Assam and Nagaland, which it believes can only be resolved based on the historical perspective. The UNTABA stated that the present border issue between Nagaland and Assam is a “relic of historical injustices” starting from British colonial policy of divide and rule and the Indian Government's unwillingness to address the issue. Almost all the States of North East India have border disputes with each other having adverse effect on development, Look East Policy, and inter-communal harmony, thereby giving rise to ethnic strife and hostilities, it said. UNTABA in a press release stated that the whole stretch of Assam-Nagaland border starting from Dimapur-Peren district in the Southwest to Mon district of Nagaland in the North is an “imposed artificial boundary not based on historical reality.” To

make matters worse, it alleged, “the insidious policy of Assam Government to settle illegal immigrants in these areas bordering Nagaland has created an atmosphere of hostility and is an attempt to create a buffer zone which not only violates the spirit of the Supreme Court case on Assam-Nagaland border row

ernment has been continuously and systematically encroaching upon Naga lands despite numerous bipartite agreements between the two States by establishing townships, tea gardens and shifting whole non-indigenous, immigrant communities inside ancestral Naga lands,” it alleged. “Therefore, unless the border issue is resolved, interrelated issues such as Nagaland Special Development Zone, development in foothill areas of Nagaland State or even implementation of Inner Line Permit is bound to adversely affect our people with wide ramifications for Nagas including the security of our future generations.” The UNTABA has expressed hope that through the participation of the Government, NGOs, Naga Civil societies, intellectuals, and stakeholders, the Peoples’ Dialogue would bring about much needed tangible propositions towards the resolution of the border issue between Assam and Nagaland in particular. It further looked forward for positive participation from all concerned.

The contentious border issue can only be resolved based on historical perspective: UNTABA now pending before it but a conspiracy to negate the age old relations between Nagas and Ahoms.” The UNTABA opined that only a Peoples’ Dialogue based on historical facts, namely British survey reports, pre-independence records, 9 Point and 16-Point Agreements and boundary agreements signed between the Governments of Nagaland and Assam from time to time in the past can help resolve or delineate the boundary imbroglio between the States which in turn can usher in peace and development in the whole region. “The Assam Gov-

moN, July 28 (mExN): Training on Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) for Mother and Child Tracking System (MCTS) was held at DRDA Hall, Mon, on July 18. The purpose of the training was to ensure effective use of USSD services which will ultimately facilitate the nurses and ASHA in getting a robust Work Plan for service delivery, improving service delivery coverage, timely delivery of due services to the beneficiaries. In the long run, this will help ensure quality service delivery, micro birth planning, and universal immunization. It will have positive impact on important health indicators like IMR and MMR (Infant Mortality Rate and Maternal Mortality Rate). Dr. Kikameren, Deputy Director, NHM, exhorted

during the meeting. He emphasized on the importance of institutional delivery and urged the nurses and ASHAs to spread awareness on its advantages. “Nurses have a strong contribution to make their PHCs or SCs improve services between community care and acute health care services,” he said. Dr. Kika further urged the health staff to be in their posting place and work sincerely. Nurses of all health units, BPMs, DPM, DIO (UIP&RCH), Deputy Director NHM & MCTS Consultant, attended the training. After the training, officials from the Directorate of Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Kikameren, and Abeni, MCTS consultant, DPMU Staffs, Mon and World Vision, Mon visited the newly approved Chui Sub-Center building, which is under construction.

NLA speaker Chotisuh Sazo addressing the World Hepatitis Day held at Hotel Japfu in Kohima on July 28. (Morung Photo) Our Correspondent studies engaging experts. the MSD Hep C project of Kohima | July 28

Expressing deep concern over the prevalence rate of Hepatitis C in the state, Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) speaker Chotisuh Sazo today suggested that appropriate policy in reference to Hepatitis C could be framed and placed before the State government through proper channel for suitable action. This statement from the government came as relief for showing political will to address the issue of Hepatitis C problem in Nagaland. He said the government can frame a policy for such treatment and care, but it should be supported with evidence based studies, adding that health department can undertake such

“In order to have the support of the government, we need to have a clear data of how many are infected and needing treatment. How and where they can be treated with the cost involved,” NLA speaker said while addressing the World Hepatitis Day here at Hotel Japfu under the aegis of HepCoN, Nagaland Users’ Network, and Kripa Foundation under the theme “Think again.” Appreciating the works and activities of HepCoN, he also assured LAF further collaboration with all its partners to prevent and control viral Hepatitis in Nagaland. Dr. C. Wathsutho Nyuthe from Naga Hospital Authority Nagaland (NHAK) said that as per

NHAK, out of 1590 tested from September 2012 to July 2014, 90 were found positive with 25-45 years as the most affected age group. As per MSD report of Hep C project of NHAK, the prevalence rate of Hepatitis C in Nagaland at present stands at 1.6%, he added. Kunal Kishore, Project Coordinator, UNODC Delhi highlighted UN's position on Hepatitis C for drug users. Abou Mere, President, Indian Drug Users Forum talked on the theme “Think again” while HepCoN member Gwabinlo Seb presented HepCoN report. The proramme was chaired by Vincent Belho, Branch Manager, Family Planning Association of India, Nagaland branch.

awareness and expose to new ideas to facilitate learning experience. The ten-member team led by Biren Chetri (Project Director, ATMA Mon) visited Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry Solan, Rohtang Pass and

also some world famous historical sites including Taj Mahal, Qutab Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan/Parliament House, informed a press release received here. The trip helped the participants gain infor-

mation and widen their vision. It also had an incidental value of entertainment and sightseeing, said the release. “An atmosphere of co-operation from all the participants was followed throughout the tour with a stimulation of interest.”

Rally against sale of liquor and drugs in Englan range WoKha, July 28 (mExN): As resolved on June 14 meeting, various organizations in Englan range under Wokha district staged a protest rally on July 27 for total prohibition of selling liquor and banned drugs within Engan range jurisdiction. Hundreds of representatives from village councils, women hohos, church leaders, and student leaders gathered at New Changsu village at 6:00 am

with placards, informed Nrisao Kikon and T Hayithung Odyuo, convenor and secretary respectively of Action Committee, Englan Range Public Joint Forum in a release. The rally started from New Changsu with mass prayer led by Moyithung N Murry, pastor, New Riphyim Baptist Church and president, Englan Range Baptist Fellowship (ERBF). The participants marched through

the villages in the range shouting slogans such as “Alcohol and drugs ruin the family, alcohol and drugs destroy the future of youngsters’ generation, alcohol and drugs ruin the church and the village administration.” The release informed that the Area Command DB and convenor of Action Committee Nrisao Kikon in all the six villages announced to the public to respect the rally and adhere

to the resolution so that peace will prevail in the range. Defaulter(s) will be penalized as per the law of the land, it was cautioned. The rally ended at Yikhum with mass prayer. The Action Committee of Englan Range Public Joint Forum has appealed to each and every individual of Englan range to extend fullest cooperation so as to declare the range as non-alcoholic zone in Wokha district.

MALT awaits RTI reply; demands Unions demand re-opening action against Public Info Officer Eklavya Model Residential School

maNgKolEmba, July 28 (mExN): The Mangkolemba Ao Lanur Telongjem (MALT) today stated that it had filed a Right to Information (RTI) with the Public Information Officer (PIO), Department of Public Health Engineering (PHED), Mangkolemba on May 29, 2014. However,

MALT is yet to receive reply to the RTI till date, stated MALT president Imjong Longkumer and RTI Cell convenor Moasunep in a statement. Hence, MALT has informed the authority concerned to look into the “callousness and irresponsible attitude” of the PIO and take immediate action

against the "insincere officer/employee." The RTI was filed on the total number of PHED consumers and revenue collection in Mangkolemba town and the details of the materials received from the department for maintenance in the town, said the statement.

TuENsaNg, July 28 required funds for all the their basic right to educa(mExN): The tribal unions EMR Schools in Nagaland.” tion is not only morally of Chang, Sangtam, Khi- However, it claimed, the wrong but also violates the amniungan and Yimchun- state government is yet to fundamental right to eduger of Saksi NAP Sector, release these funds to the cation guaranteed by the Tuensang has expressed respective EMR Schools constitution of India.” Therefore, the unions deep pain to learn that the including EMRS Tuensang. EMRS facility is an have urged the State auEklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) Tuensang undertaking of the Gov- thority concerned to seriwhich was supposed to ernment of India with a ously look into the matter re-open after summer va- sole objective of provid- and take necessary remecation break still remains ing quality free education dial actions before the sitclosed due to non-avail- to “our” poor and under- uation turns from bad to ability of funds from the privileged children, it worst. The statement was State authority responsible. stated. In light of this, the signed by B. Berimong In a joint press state- Unions have asked the Chang, President, Chang ment, presidents of the state government, “why it Union; Selimong Sangtam, departed soul rest in peace. four tribal unions stated, is playing with the careers President, Sangtam Union; “It is further learnt that and future of these inno- Phunong Yim, President, the Ministry of Tribal Af- cent poor students?” The Yimchunger Union; KhuTR Zeliang Chief Minister of Naga- fairs, Government of India Unions asserted that “demo Khiam, President, Khiland, TR Zeliang today ex- has already released the nying these poor students amniungan Union. pressed deep pain to hear of the demise of Oreno Patton on July 27 in Dimapur. In a condolence message to the husband of the deChief Minister expressed hope that Eid fesceased, Rev. Yankey Patton, Governor extends tival will usher in peace, prosperity, good former State chaplain, Zewill and happiness, not only amongst the liang stated, “She has been best wishes On the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Gover- Muslim community around the world, but a source of strength to you in your spiritual journey, nor of Nagaland PB Acharya has extended also among the whole of humanity. besides being a kind and his best wishes to the Muslim community a perfect mother to your of Nagaland. “Eid symbolizes social har- NPF Minority Cell NPF Minority Cell has extended warm children.” Her death has mony and calls for the strengthening of the created a huge vacuum in country’s composite culture and brother- greetings to the Muslim community of Nathe family, and in the lives hood of all humanity,” stated Acharya in galand and neighbouring area on the occaof relatives and dear ones, a press release. “May the occasion bring sion of Eid-ul-Fitr. The president of the Cell he added. TR Zeliang and peace, prosperity, and happiness in all Bishnu Bhattacharjee has expressed hope that the joyous occasion would be the herald his wife further conveyed our lives.” of sustained peace, progress, prosperity, and deepest condolences to happiness and would further strengthen the the husband and other Chief Minister Chief Minister of Nagaland, TR Zeliang bonds of communal harmony, brotherhood members of the family and prayed to God to give them has extended his heartiest greetings and and amity, which are the hallmarks of ‘the strength to tide over the “ir- best wishes to the Muslim community on secularity’ of Nagaland, stated the Cell genthe auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr. The eral secretary in a press release. reparable loss”.

Former State chaplain's wife dies, Rio & TR Zeliang offer condolences Kohima, July 28 (mExN): Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha and former Chief Minister of Nagaland Neiphiu Rio has expressed deep pain over the demise of Oreno Patton, wife of Rev. Yankey Patton, former State Chaplain, on July 27. Late Oreno Patton was born on January 1, 1936 and married Rev. Yankey Patton on December 14, 1954, Rio said in a condolence message. “She lived a life dedicated to the service of the Lord and always made sincere efforts towards helping her fellow brothers and sisters. She was a devoted wife and a loving mother,” he acknowledged. “She faced several challenges and made significant sacrifices along with her husband in the service of the lord and in working

for humanity. She will be missed by a multitude of people, including my family members, to whom she extended unconditional love and care.” Rio stated that the deceased’s husband was the State Chaplain when he was a Minister and also when he became Chief Minister “and the spiritual leadership provided by them to all the legislators, especially to my family members, was of great benefit and guidance to all of us. We will always cherish the fond memories which we shared together.” Rio and his family members further extended deepest condolences to the members of the bereaved family and prayed to Almighty God to grant them peace and solace in the time of grief and to let the

MEx FILE BJP 17 Chizami forms mandal committee Kohima, July 28 (mExN): BJP 17 Chizami Assembly Constituency has constituted a mandal committee with the following office bearers: President – Nucütso Ruho; Vice President – Ngonyi Krocha; General Secretary – Khrope Tsühah; Treasurer – Lhouvekha Doulo; Members (executive) – Deo Movi, Zaveyi Kezo, Kulo Tsuzuh, Kovetso Venuh, Wetenyi Thele, Vepasa Resuh, and Kevechutso Doulo. This was stated in a letter addressed to BJP President by Vice President R Sopu Angami, I/C BJP Phek District.

Training held for effective ATMA Mon officials and farmers go on exposure trip use of USSD services moN, July 28 (mExN): Officials of Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA) Mon along with some progressive farmers undertook an exposure trip to Delhi, Agra, Shimla, Solan and Manali from July 8 to 28 with an aim to boost

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Inter-state vehicles asked to move to ISBT, Purana Bazaar Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): As per the Regional Transport Authority board resolution passed on July 28, 2014, all the Inter-state Passenger vehicles have been directed to shift to the Inter State Bus Terminus (ISBT), Purana Bazaar, for the convenience of all passengers and in the interest of the public, to ease traffic congestion. This order shall come into immediate effect, stated Deputy Commissioner & Chairperson, Regional Transport Authority, Dimapur N Hushili Sema.

Assam Rifles apprehends arms peddler Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): Troops of 29 Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ 6 Sect AR launched an operation in general area of Super Market here and apprehended one arms peddler alongwith one .22 Pistol and six live rounds on July 25, informed a press release from Assam Rifles. The individual was identified as Tongbang Ao (42), resident of Mokokchung district. The apprehended individual was handed over to East Police Station, Dimapur, it said.

Naga Hoho federal assembly on Aug 13 Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): The Naga Hoho federal assembly will be held on August 13, 11:00 am at Hotel Millennium, Kohima. Therefore, all the federating units have been directed to attend the federal assembly without fail. Besides the agenda of the Naga Hoho, any agenda from the federating units which need immediate attention may be placed for discussion in the federal assembly, informed Naga Hoho deputy speaker Kenyuseng Tep in a press release. It also requested all the units to come with proper consultation with their tribes and present their views in the discussion. “It is imperative that any decision or resolution that is made in the federal assembly need to be people’s voice oriented and should be supreme to command all situations for the larger common interest of the Naga people and their future.” In this aspect, the release added, “The participation and constructive contribution of all the tribes is expected.”

School textbook & notebook found Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): Youngs' Club has found Mathematics textbook and notebook of class X, belonging to Virola from an auto rickshaw in Dimapur. School name was not mentioned in either the text book or note copy. Contact 9856767224 or obtain the belongings from Youngs' Club office, Dimapur.

Dimapur GBs asked to give house numbers by Aug 31 Dimapur, July 28 (mExN): The Dimapur district administration today informed all GBs (Urban & Sadar area) under Dimapur district that all houses in the villages/ colonies have to be given a GB house number by August 31. The existing house number should remain as it is, however, if there are some new building without house number, then the house should be given a number which will be a continuation of the existing house number, stated Deputy Commissioner N Hushili Sema in an order. “If there are more than one house in a single compound, then the house should be numbered as for eg. 1(A), 1(B) and so on etc.,” it added. The last date for all the GBs to comply with the

order is August 31, 2014 without fail. All GBs after completion are to submit the record to the General Branch of DC’s office, Dimapur on or before September 1, 2014. Further, the DC’s order stated that all village/colony GBs should maintain a register where the name of the resident with his/her house number will be recorded. Any new resident after moving into a new village/colony should register his/her name with the GB of the village/colony concerned within 15 days of moving in. This directive is part of the district administration’s effort to streamline and maintain proper record for the betterment of all villages/colonies concerned as well as the general public, according to the order.

Public SPace CBCC Fasting & Prayer Day August 1, 2014

ll the churches under CBCC are hereby requested to fast & pray fervently on 1st August 2014 Friday starting from 06 am to 12:00 noon. Some of the prayer points are: 1. Pray for Spiritual awakening. 2. Pray for the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones this year. 3. Pray for the peace of the world and particularly mention the war between Israel and Palestine. 4. Pray that the Lord will stop evil practices and corruption at all levels in Na-

galand. 5. Pray that the Lord will bless our churches after the recently concluded Pastors’ exchange ministry. 6. Pray for Naga national work and sovereignty. 7. Pray for the church, public, students and NGO leaders to lead their people in the right way. 8. Pray for NLA – Ministers and MLAs to lead our state with justice. 9. Pray for safety of those traveling by vehicles, ships, trains and aircrafts.

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The Dual Reality

oday, the scourge of corruption permeates all spheres of Naga life, social, cultural, religious, economic and political institutions and relationships. Its insidious nature negatively impacts and interferes with our identity, land, natural resources, economic development, the church, media, armed conflict and peacebuilding, entrepreneurship, law, the justice system and governance. Corruption has now attained the status of being both the cause and the effect. It is directly related to our ability to earn a living and our livelihoods as the gap between rich and poor widens. Today, corruption has become the economy of the poor and a means of survival for those that are living at the margins of the structural system that deprives them of their most basic of human needs. People at the grassroots level see and understand corruption quite differently as it is quite concrete and narrow, often limited to institutionalized corruption or to the corrupt behavior of the powers that be. Greed has become a form of institutionalized power that is responsible for systemic corruption that also trickles down to the ordinary person. This institutionalized greed has sustained structures of corruption and given it a systemic demeanor. While greed is being unrelenting through structural corruption, it has mutated into other forms. For instance, corrupt behavior is also driven by informal codes of conduct associated with reciprocity ties within kinship, village, tribal relations or other forms of social networks. This form of institutionalized corruption has acquired some form of cultural and social legitimacy within these groups because the behavior is so familiar, common and self-serving; people have become comfortable with its presence which makes it feel legitimate, predictable and expected. Cultural and social legitimacy of corruption makes us believe that direct and structural corruption is normal, acceptable or even good. These forms of organized corruption have wormed their way into civil society and social institutions. Corruption in the Naga context is experienced as direct corruption, structural corruption and socio-cultural corruption. Most of us have directly or indirectly have helped in sustaining and even enabling and strengthening corruption and its institutions. When one looks at Corruption in an all encompassing form, Corruption in the case of the Naga society is one where we have a guilty majority. Eradicating corruption will have a dramatic and an over-all positive impact on Naga culture where one can truly live a life that is reflective and consistent with our values. We can begin as individuals re-examining the behaviors and actions we take for granted; and proactively deciding to saying No to doing them again. Otherwise, we continue to live hypocritically in a dual reality.

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A mother's nightmarish quest for her missing son

here are many untold stories from the Kashmir Valley, and the ones that have been told are merely a dot in the vast expanse of lives permanently scarred with haunted memories, bitter experiences and mournful ambiguities. In between this unknown space is the story of Haleema - a dutiful daughter and mother who found strength in loss and continued to fight till she lost her peace of mind, but never her will. Haleema is just one among Title: The Half Mother; Author: Shahnaz Bashir; Publisher: Hachette; thousands of Pages: 182; Price: Rs.295. mothers in Kashmir who have miserably tried to trace out where their sons, who are picked up by the Indian Army, are and have become invisible faces. These are the ones that make it to the list of Kashmir's "missing people" and are long forgotten after being written about by the media. Now lying somewhere in folded papers or dust-laden magazines, or frozen forever in photoframes, they evoke strange expectations of hope and fear. It is within these extremes that Haleema's life oscillates after her only teenaged son Imran is picked up by the authorities. It is an incident that leads to a frustrating, never-ending vicious cycle of chasing the authorities, facing derision, raising suspicion, spending sleepless nights and entertaining a lingering hope of seeing her son return safely. It is this hope that gives strength to Haleema to step out of her house and move from one army camp to another, to many police stations and morgues - and different cities. It is on these journeys that the reader accompanies her and understands the ordeal of thousands of others whose family members are missing and witnesses the simmering anger against the authorities for crimes they haven't committed but are serving life imprisonment - of waiting. While Haleema finds strength from these experiences, she becomes an inspiration for other suffering families to raise this issue at the top-most level and create a group. Haleema, who left her studies after the death of her mother, isn't that educated but picks up English words and the useful jargon of law to continue her search. Most importantly she learns not to mourn, but to keep her spirit alive - even though it means living a life of penury. It might initially be easy to dismiss Shahnaz Bashir's debut novel as a visceral, predictable tale, but lyrical descriptions and minute details of settings and places in the frame of dialogue point at his ability to conjure images of that place and time. The weakest element of Bashir's storytelling lies in his inability to add more life to his characters. Their role is limited as narrators, but very little is written about their internal struggles and state of mind. Whether it was Bashir's decision not to give a time line in the narration that weighs heavily on time and place, it is easy for the reader to lose in the series of events. And in the absence of a time line and weaker characterisation, this decision isn't convincing. Another drawback is that the author has used Kashmiri words in the narration. Some popular terms don't need introduction, but many unfamiliar words like 'tumbaknaers'(a musical instrument), 'bakirkhaani' (a type of bread) and a few others should have been mentioned in the footnotes. Nevertheless, the book tells us that "half mothers" is not a recognised term like "half-widows", but any one not knowing about their loved ones' whereabouts are "half".

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MH17: Cold War Replay?

he most bizarre conspiracy theory surrounding the recent downing of a Malaysian airliner over Ukraine comes from a leading pro-Russian separatist, Igor Girkin. Relying on second-hand information, Girkin asserted that many of the passengers from the crash had already been dead before the plane had even taken off. His underlings had reported to him that the bodies were badly decomposed and drained of blood. This, of course, was news to all the families of the victims who’d seen off their loved ones at the airport in Amsterdam. The separatists have denied responsibility for shooting down the plane and have pinned the crime instead on the Ukrainian government. Until recently, the rebels restricted access to the crash scene and the bodies, which gave them ample opportunities to tamper with the evidence—such as sawing the cockpit in half and lugging away pieces of the plane. Now that the bodies are in the hands of outside investigators, presumably the rebels have moved on to more plausible exculpatory explanations. The United States, meanwhile, argues that it has conclusive proof that the rebels not only shot down the plane but also gloated over their success on social media (before deleting the posts). Moreover, Washington argues that Moscow is ultimately responsible for the disaster because it gave the separatists the surface-to-air missile system in the first place. Russia denies delivery of the Buk missile system and has claimed that a Ukrainian fighter jet was near the civilian airplane shortly before it was hit. The problem with the latter claim is that the fighter jet that Moscow asserts was trailing Malaysian Airlines Flight 17—a Ukrainian SU-25— couldn’t actually reach that particular altitude and doesn’t have the weaponry onboard capable of taking down a plane 10,000 feet further above. The Ukrainian government has denied having any missile batteries within firing range of the flight that day. But, strangely, Ukraine didn’t completely shut down the airspace over the disputed territory and direct traffic to safer routes. It was permitting overflights above 32,000 feet, and Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 was cruising at an altitude of 33,000. Moreover, as Russ Wellen points out in the FPIF blog Focal Points, the Ukrainian government knew that the rebels possessed the capacity to bring down planes that high up, and yet Ukrainian air traffic controllers rejected a request from MH17 to fly 2,000 feet higher. Was the government in Kiev guilty of poor judgment, or was some darker motive at play? Unless a plane completely disappears—a truly unlikely scenario until it happened to another Malaysian airliner back in March—it’s usually possible to get to the bottom of air disasters with the help of black box recordings, satellite data, and the scraps of wreckage. But it takes time to sift through the evidence. And during that time, all manner of wild speculation can take place. Sometimes that speculation is idle and produces only flame wars on the Internet. But sometimes it can lead to a very dangerous escalation in tensions between armed combatants. I was returning to college in 1983 when news broke that the Soviet Union had shot down Korean passenger jet KAL 007, killing all 269 people on board. For a couple days in early September, the campus worried that this tragic incident would spark something even worse: a nuclear war between the United States and the Soviet Union. President Ronald Reagan had been rapidly escalating his anti-Soviet rhetoric. Soviet Premier Yuri Andropov, directing Soviet policy from his hospital bed by that point, was firmly convinced that Reagan was planning a first nuclear strike. Indeed, a false alarm later that September—Soviet satellite sensors had mistaken high-altitude clouds for incoming nuclear missiles—nearly triggered a Soviet launch. Only a single quick-thinking lieutenant colonel in Soviet military intelligence saved the world from nuclear annihilation. There were plenty of rumors back in 1983 about KAL 007. The jet had veered more than 200 miles off course to enter Soviet airspace, so perhaps it was

In this Thursday, July 17, 2014 file photo, firefighters arrive at the crash site of a passenger plane near the village of Hrabove, Ukraine. All 298 people aboard the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 traveling from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur were killed. (AP Photo/Dmitry Lovetsky)

gathering intelligence for the CIA or testing Soviet air defenses. Or maybe the Soviets deliberately downed the airliner knowing that it was a civilian craft. You can still find conspiracy theories on the Internet claiming that the airplane was never shot down in the first place and the Soviets had taken all the passengers into custody (obviously some people have watched too many Lost episodes). After a number of exhaustive investigations, including an analysis of the black box recordings, the shooting down of KAL 007 turns out to have been the result of error, misinterpretation, and incompetence. Five years later, it was the United States’ turn to engage in criminal negligence when the U.S.S. Vincennes shot down Iran Air Flight 655 in the Persian Gulf, killing all 290 people on board. The Iranian government used language very similar to Reagan’s in 1983, calling the attack a “massacre” and an “atrocity.” The United States denied that the attack was deliberate. It eventually paid reparations to Iran and expressed regret for the incident, though it did not issue a formal apology. Here, too, it appears that errors of judgment determined the tragic outcome. The evidence that the Iranian plane was civilian should have been clear to the U.S. warship, but the chain of command was apparently so convinced that it was dealing with a military target that it ignored all contrary indicators. In this case, however, the Airbus disaster didn’t escalate the war between Iran and Iraq (in which the United States had intervened on the side of the latter). Within two weeks of the downing of the plane, Iran signed a UN ceasefire. The eight-year struggle was over within the next two months. The downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 can produce either of these results. It can serve as a wakeup call to the combatants that, because their actions are resulting in inexcusable civilian casualties, they should negotiate an immediate truce. Or it can lead to the most serious escalation in tensions between Moscow and Washington since 1983. Back in the early 1980s, the United States was convinced that the Soviet Union was fomenting instability in an “arc of crisis” that stretched from the Horn of Africa to South Asia. Moscow, or so Washington asserted, was bent on seizing a warm-water port, securing access to Middle East oil, and picking up allies in its Cold War competition with the United States. It was yet another example of Washington overestimating Moscow. Certainly the Soviet Union want-

ed the region along its vast borders to be friendly. But there was no secret plan for Eurasian dominance. The Soviet Union was acting more out of weakness than strength when it invaded Afghanistan in 1979. Its rash intervention was not the beginning of a neoimperial surge to the south, but the beginning of the end for the overextended Soviet Union. Vladimir Putin’s seizure of Crimea and involvement in eastern Ukraine—taken alongside Russia’s encouragement of separatists in Georgia and Moldova and its support for Assad in Syria—might look like a sequel to the arc of crisis. And indeed some on the right are dusting off some of the language from this period. But Putin’s ambitions are circumscribed. He is not interested in reconstituting the Soviet Union, much less the former Soviet sphere of influence incorporating Eastern Europe and client states elsewhere in the world. At most, Putin wants to recreate a greater Russia, which involves some swathes of the “near abroad.” But even that plan has its limits. Latvia and Estonia, where there are large numbers of ethnic Russians, are both firmly in the EU and NATO. Kazakhstan, home to the second largest number of Russians outside of Russia, has already proposed new laws criminalizing separatist rhetoric. And given the sheer incompetence of his Donbas allies, Ukraine may well turn into Putin’s Afghanistan. What Putin has done so far in Ukraine is inexcusable. But it’s not part of a plan for global or even regional domination. All of which is to say that the United States should not overreact to the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17. This should be an opportunity for Washington and Moscow to work together on investigating the tragedy, which Putin has agreed to do. This is a chance for the combatants to lay down their arms, which Putin has also urged. Yes, sometimes Moscow’s words and deeds do not match, but Washington suffers from flare-ups of the same disease. Before this war in Ukraine claims more victims and sends U.S.-Russian relations into a deep freeze, both Obama and Putin need to realize that both sides benefit a great deal more from cooperation than confrontation. A full reset in U.S.-Russian relations is obviously not in the offing. But returning to the status quo ante that existed before the change of government in Ukraine would at least prevent a replay of those perilous scenarios of 1983.

Scotland Deserves to Be Independent

cotland is barely a few months away from the all-important date of September 18, when its citizens will vote to decide the future of their country. The stakes are high: on one hand, there are supporters of an independent Scotland, whereas on the other hand, there is UK Prime Minister David sufyan bin uzayr Cameron who will be left “heartbroken” if Scotland chooses to be independent. Foreign Policy in Focus To save his heart, and to keep Scotland in the United Kingdom, David A Challenging Road Ahead ing UK’s nuclear arsenal on its soil, its Cameron is even willing to offer 500m As a part of the UK, Scotland was freedom would become meaningless. British Pounds (roughly $850m) to forced to fight UK’s war in Iraq and else- On the other hand, if the Scots do deGlasgow. But nothing seems to quell where. What will be the foreign policy of cide to go nuclear-free, it would be anthe spirit for freedom in Scotland. a free Scotland? This is the question that other step towards ensuring the safety the whole world is asking. and peace of Scotland in particular What Will Independence If Scotland decides to go the UK- and the world in general. Mean For Scotland? Similarly, for nearly 40 years, the To begin with, independent Scot- route and vehemently seek memberland will not be an end in itself. In fact, ship of NATO and/or similar entities, United Kingdom has delayed the independence is just one page of the the very purpose of freedom will be achievement of the UN target that developed countries spend 0.7% of their book. The bigger part involves Scots defeated. Thus, when pro-independence Gross National Income (GNI) on offigaining powers that have so far been cial development assisdenied to them: sustainable economic leaders claim that Scottance. As an indepengrowth, social justice, elimination of land’s new Constitudent nation, Scotland inequality, and above all, a Scotland- tion will have specific provisions on how and will need to speak out first approach. Independence would mean that Scot- when Scottish armed forces would be against such double standards. Even before its independence, land is able to develop its own identity — involved in action around the world, it not as England’s neighbour, nor as a home sounds like a reasonable argument. Of Scotland has given a lot to the world. nation within the United Kingdom, but as course, we will have to wait to see the Adam Smith, David Hume, Alexander Graham Bell — this is one long a sovereign state in its own right. Inde- actual implementation of this claim. Moving on: as of now, there are nu- list! Scotland’s tradition of innovapendent Scotland would envisage a voice for progressive ideals, democratic values, clear weapons installed in Scotland — tion and invention dates way back barely twenty miles from Glasgow. Af- in history. But as a constituent state freedom and equality. More importantly, if it does vote in ter independence, Scotland will have of the United Kingdom, Scotland’s favor of independence, Scotland will to figure out its own nuclear policy. achievements were either ignored have an opportunity to become the Once again, if it goes the traditional or overshadowed. This is where inroute and fails to see the harm in hav- dependence becomes super-necestype of nation that it wants to be.

WRITE-WING

sary. A free Scotland will be free both in spirit and action. An independent Scotland can uphold its rich tradition and also ensure that the whole world benefits from Scottish progress. Appraisal Scotland, as a country, has always managed to impress me. It was the first country to initiate a Climate Justice Fund. Despite being a part of UK (and by that logic, a part of the developed world), Scotland did not hesitate in admitting the visible truth that climate change was caused primarily due to the rapid growth of the developed world, but it were the developing nations that had to pay the bigger price. Obviously, after independence, Scotland’s impressive track-record vis a vis the environment will continue to impress even further. The virtues enshrined in the hearts of the Scottish people and the Scottish leaders are indeed praiseworthy — a commitment to fight against global poverty, restrict the use of nuclear weapons, tackle climate change, and avoid unnecessary wars. Such virtues can be put into practice only if Scotland is truly free from the dominance of its neighbour. The times are changing for Scotland. Whether or not Scots vote for freedom is yet to be seen. But all said and done, Scottish freedom would mean the birth of an altogether new set of aspirations and dreams. Rest assured, an independent Scotland would be a country that the world can count on!

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Mexican 'coyote' Smugglers E. Eduardo Castillo and Christopher sherman

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he man-in-the-know nursed a late-morning beer at a bar near the Suchiate River that separates Guatemala from Mexico, and answered a question about his human smuggling business with a question: "Do you think a coyote is going to say he's a coyote?" Dressed as a migrant in shorts and sandals but speaking like an entrepreneur, he then described shipments of tens of thousands of dollars in human cargo from the slums of Honduras and highlands of Guatemala to cities across the United States. "It's business," he said, agreeing to speak to a reporter only if guaranteed anonymity. "Sometimes, business is very good." Judging by the dramatic increase in the number of minors apprehended in the United States in recent months, it seems the human smuggling business from Central America is booming. The vast majority of migrants who enter the U.S. illegally do so with the help of a network of smugglers known as "coyotes," so named for the scavengers that prowl the border. It is a high-risk, often high-yield business estimated to generate $6.6 billion a year for smugglers along Latin America's routes to the U.S., according to a 2010 United Nations report. The migrants pay anywhere from $5,000 to $10,000 each for the illegal journey across thousands of miles in the care of smuggling networks that in turn pay off government officials, gangs operating on trains and drug cartels controlling the routes north. The exact profit is hard to calculate. One expert who wasn't authorized to speak publicly put it at $3,500 to $4,000 per migrant if the journey goes as planned. Smuggling organizations may move from dozens to hundreds of migrants at a time. "We're talking about a market where chaos reigns," said Rodolfo Casillas, a researcher at the Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences in Mexico who studies migrant trafficking. The surge in unaccompanied minors and women with children migrating from Central America has put new attention on decades-old smuggling organizations. More than 57,000 unaccompanied minors, the vast majority from Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras, were apprehended at the U.S. border from October to June, according to the Border Patrol. That's more than double the same period last year. The smugglers are profiting from the rising violence in gang-ridden cities of Central America, and the yearning of families to be reunited; parents often head north to find work and save money to send for their children, sometimes years later. Many of the children and teenagers who travelled to the United States recently said they did so after hearing they would be allowed to stay. The U.S. generally releases unaccompanied children to parents, relatives or family friends while their cases take years to wend through overwhelmed immigration courts. That reality gave rise to rumors of a new law or amnesty for children. Some say coyotes helped spread those rumors to drum up new business following a huge drop in Mexicans migrating to the United States. Arrests of migrants on the southwestern U.S. border dropped from about 1.1 million annually a decade ago to 415,000 last year. Immigrants' rights advocates in the U.S. say they are seeing more children from Central America who are not only fleeing gang recruitment and random violence, but who have been targeted themselves. "We deal with torture victims in the Congo and some of these kids have similar stories," said Judy London, a lawyer with the Public Counsel's Immigrants' Rights Project in Los Angeles. "Kidnappings on the way home from school, being held for ransom, sexual violence. We hadn't seen the numbers of girls before." Because of that, some smugglers say they are in the service business. "The most important thing is to help these people," said another smuggler in Ixtepec, a town in the Mexican state of Oaxaca where many migrants board the northbound train known as "La Bestia," or The Beast. The smuggler goes by the name of Antonio Martinez, which is most likely a pseudonym, though one that appears on an arrest record, he said. He wears Nike sport shoes, jeans and a pressed blue Oxford shirt, the two top buttons open to reveal a tattoo of Jesus Christ on his left breast. After spending 12 years in U.S. prisons for drug possession, he said, he converted to Christianity and fell into the coyote business. "The coyote is essential," he said. "If you don't have a compass, you can get lost." Martinez appears to be an independent contractor. He said he charges $2,500 for the trip from the Guatemalan border to the U.S. border, where he gives Central American migrants fake Mexican identity cards

ANY PREACHERS speak as if forgiveness is something glib and cheap and easy. For most human beings forgiveness is something costly, painful and difficult. In South Africa, as the apartheid years came to a close, how to deal with the past became a pressing issue. Many of the beneficiaries of the old order wanted us to move on as if the past had not happened. Survivors and victims began to speak of the importance of reparation and restitution. Some Christian students began to speak of bicycle theology. Bicycle theology is when I come and steal your bicycle. Six months later I come back to you and admit that I am the one who stole your bike. “I am very sorry I stole your bike, Please will you forgive me?” Because you are a Christian, you say: “Yes, I do forgive you.” Of course, I keep the bike. Sometimes we reduce forgiveness to simply saying sorry. Forgiveness involves returning the bike. The New Testament records the story of the encounter between Zaccheus and Jesus. Zaccheus recognises that he has been ripping people off. He announces that he will return what has been wrongfully taken and compensate those who have been wronged four times over. The bicycle is returned with new tyres and a bell if not transformed into a Harley Davidson. The journey of forgiveness includes restitution and reparation as integral parts of the package. Over the last few years in South Africa, there have been workshops dealing with the past taking place all over the country. At these workshops people are free to raise whatever is in their hearts. Without fail, participants raise ques-

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In this July 12, 2014, photo, Central American migrants ride a freight train during their journey toward the U.S.-Mexico border in Ixtepec, Mexico. The number of family units and unaccompanied children arrested by Border Patrol in the Rio Grande Valley has doubled in the first nine months of this fiscal year compared to the same period last year. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo)

and makes them learn the first stanza of the Mexican national anthem before handing them off to another smuggler. Hopefully, if they are apprehended in the U.S., they'll only be sent back to Mexico, where they can try again, Martinez said. Most smugglers charge far more, having raised their prices in recent years to compensate for the drop in Mexican business and to offset the "taxes" charged by cartels for moving people through their territories. The trafficker on the Guatemalan border, who spoke with The Associated Press after an intermediary negotiated the time and place, said the people he smuggles pay $10,000 a head for the trip from Central America, which covers everything from hotel and train payments to official bribes and cartel taxes. But occasionally, he said, a cartel will demand as much as an extra $5,000 on threat of death. "You have to be careful with the Zetas. They cut you in pieces and videotape it," he said. Speaking always in the third person, he said a smuggler dresses to blend in with the 10 to 15 migrants he moves at a given time. Like most smugglers, he first went to the U.S. as a migrant, where he worked as a cook and learned some English. Casillas, the migration expert, said the migrant smuggling business is a complex corporate structure. Guides at the border usually work for honchos who run the operation from afar and only pocket a fraction of the price charged to the migrants. One of the most important coyotes moving immigrants from El Salvador lives in Texas, he said. "It's a criminal chain that has two segments. The invisible segment ... is dedicated to administration, organization and finances," he said. "They don't necessarily even see the migrants." The guides often don't know who they are working for, he added. The big guys rarely get caught. While federal officials along the U.S. border seem to roll out cases against human smugglers almost on a weekly basis, the targets are largely drivers and stash house operators. Coyotes get their business through social networks, from friends and family, or referrals from prior customers. Those headed for Texas generally charge half of the money up front, collect another installment by bank deposit or wire transfer along the way, and the final payment upon delivery. California-bound immigrants may pay the full fee when they arrive. Many smugglers take their charges from Mexico's southern states of Chiapas and Oaxaca to Mexico City on La Bestia, the decrepit freight train. From there, they choose one of three main routes: to Reynosa in Tamaulipas, Ciudad Juarez in Chihuahua, or cross the Sonoran desert to the outskirts of Mexicali. Most now opt to go to Tamaulipas, the shortest, but most dangerous route because of its warring drug cartels. The number of family units and unaccompanied chil-

dren arrested by the Border Patrol in Texas' Rio Grande Valley increased 362 percent in the first nine months of this fiscal year compared to the same period last year. The border in South Texas is difficult to police. The Rio Grande twists and doubles back on itself as it makes its way to the Gulf of Mexico. Its banks are overgrown with carrizo cane and other brush. It takes little time for a raft or someone paddling an inner tube to reach the other side, but few attempt it these days without a guide. The Gulf cartel and Zetas control swaths of the Mexican side of the border and collect a tax for everything that passes through — people, drugs, weapons or merchandize. Rafael Cardenas Vela, nephew of former Gulf cartel leader Osiel Cardenas Guillen, testified in great detail at the 2012 trial of another cartel member about how this arrangement worked. When Cardenas Vela ran the Rio Bravo "plaza" for the cartel from 2009 to 2011, he collected $250 to $300 for a Mexican immigrant, $500 to $700 for a Central American and about $1,500 for someone from Europe or Asia, he testified. He also collected a flat 10 percent fee from the smugglers to allow them to work. "People have to view the cartels like organized crime," said Janice Ayala, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's special agent in charge in San Antonio. "Where there's a dollar to be made they want a cut of that particular dollar." Unlike the drug trafficking organizations that tightly control their loads, human smuggling organizations are much more flexible and willing to work with various groups to keep people moving, Ayala said. They are more like independent contractors who may specialize in one segment of the journey, whether it is getting them through interior Mexico, across the Texas-Mexico border, into a stash houses or to the interior U.S. All who help along the way must be paid, and their fees are a fixed part of the cost determined by the smuggling network. Mexican youths often serve as lookouts, or guides ferrying migrants across the river to the United States because if they get caught, they're just sent back across the border instead of being prosecuted. A Mexican official familiar with human smuggling at the border but who is not authorized to speak about it publicly said child guides can make as much as $100 per immigrant. A young U.S. citizen living in South Texas told authorities after her arrest that she was to be paid $150 per immigrant she picked up near the Rio Grande and drove to a stash house. She got $200 a person for driving them to Houston, according to court records. Sometimes the person feeding and watching immigrants at the stash house is in the country illegally, too, and is working off his smuggling fee. In other cases, a local has been paid $20 per person per day for the job. "It's like a little chain, everyone is earning," the Mexican official said.

Bicycle Theology and the Journey of Forgiveness Fr Michael Lapsley, ssM tions about forgiveness. How do we forgive? What is forgiveness? Forgiveness is not possible. I want to forgive, but I don’t know who to forgive. In my case no-one has acknowledged responsibility for the letter bomb which destroyed both my hands and an eye. At this stage forgiveness is not on the table. Perhaps when I return from Corrymeela I will find someone at my front door. “I am the one who sent you a letter bomb. Please will you forgive me?” I don’t know how I would react. I might ask: “What do you do for a living? Do you still make letter bombs?” “No, actually I am a paramedic because I want to be part of healing the nation.” “Yes of course I forgive you. And I would prefer that you spend the next fifty years working as a paramedic rather than locked up in prison. That is because I believe in restorative justice rather than retributive justice. After we had tea, I might say to the person I had forgiven, “As you see I have no hands and only one eye as a result of the bomb which you sent me. Because of my injuries, I will always need to employ someone to assist me. You cannot give me back my missing limbs but you could help me to pay my assistant for the rest of my life.” That would not be retribution or

revenge but rather reparation and restitution in the ways that are possible. Sometimes it may be possible for reconciliation to take place between a perpetrator and a victm. Sometimes there may be the possibility of forgiveness. Always there is the issue of how we deal with the effect on us of what we have experienced. Healing of memories is always on the table. Forgiveness is a choice Within faith communities, the command to forgive is sometimes experienced by people as a weapon which is used against them. I remember meeting a woman who had been sexually abused by her father. Her faith community told her she had to forgive him. She felt she could not. She approached another church to help her with her anxiety. She wanted to know if she would go to hell should she be run over by a bus. The woman wanted us to listen to her story. She wanted her story to be acknowledged and reverenced and recognized. She wanted to hear that what had been done to her was wrong. I spoke to her about my understanding of a compassionate God. I couldn’t help wondering if her father himself had been abused. How far back did the cycle stretch? Had the

victim become the victimizer? The woman needed to be listened to not preached at. Sometimes in the faith community we tend to be over developed as preachers and under developed as listeners. In the context of being supported and listened to, she might one day make the choice to begin the journey of forgiveness. Sadly her faith community had increased rather than relieved her burdens. In reality the initiative to forgive can come from either the victim or the perpetrator. I listened to a Rwandese woman speak of her journey of forgiveness. Her parents were killed during the genocide. She knew the murderer who still lived in her community. She went to his house to tell him that she forgave him. Soon after, not by her doing, the murderer was arrested by the police. The murderer’s family believed that the woman had been responsible for their father’s death and sought to kill her. Her own faith and need for peace of mind required this Rwandese woman to forgive her parent’s murderer. Forgiveness is costly, painful and difficult. Somebody once told me that the Greek word for forgiveness in the New Testament is the same word for untying a knot. That makes sense. Where forgiveness does not take place there is a negative sense in which the two parties are locked together: one the prisoner of the other, both remaining with unfinished business. Where the journey of forgiveness is taking place, both parties are freed to live their lives. Fr. Michael Lapsley is a South African Anglican priest who was injured by a parcel bomb sent to him by his country’s police force, Michael now works full time enabling those who have suffered trauma to move beyond victim-hood through his ‘Healing the Memories’ workshops.

he world knows India as a country to be reckoned with. She is one of the two giants of Asia. It might not be too distant a reality to see her playing significant role in the world’s economy. But sadly, we only know about the “not-so-pleasant” reality of India- a land divided into ‘BHARAT’ and ‘INDIA.’ There are complexities and contradictions enmeshed in Indian society that understanding them is like unraveling a mystery. No small wonder than that we have comments such as ‘India is a sub-continent in itself, ‘knowing Indian society and culture equals knowing half the society of the world,’ etc. being made of India. Indeed, we need a social scientist of sort for such a feat. Sociologists’ look at India! Sociologists have remarked that we are basically two separate and clearly distinct countries, living side by side. The first country is “INDIA”- the land of our big cities that enjoy the latest amenities, state of the art technology and entertainment. The second country is “BHARAT”- the rural country, the land of the peasants and farmers, of the dalits and the adivasis (tribals), where many things such as adequate educational and medical facilities, proper housing facilities, transportation and communication, job opportunities, to name a few, are barely existent. You know discrimination and social injustices are still rampant. A Refugee Phenomenon! It isn’t a surprise that we often encounter “refugees from Bharat, in India!” These refugees are slum-dwellers (one estimate says India has 40.3 millions slum-dwellers), pavement dwellers, domestic workers, employees in Companies (North Easterners) and various others, that seem to suggest that they should be deported to Bharat. But Indians would be at a loss if they are to be deported because it is this “Bharatiyas” that makes their life easier, doing all dirty works, building their houses, roads, fly-overs and so forth. Late Shiv Sena Supremo, Bal Thackeray, has scripted history for himself as ‘both a tiger and a lion for the Bharatiyas from the North and South’ in Mumbai. We do have raw memories about the hundreds of North Eastern tribal students and employees who were herded back from India to their respective Bharat land the previous year. And the horror is that this is taking place in the “Third Millennium!!” Bharat or India - Who matters?? The division of our land into India and Bharat holds good at the practical level since division-making is in the hands of Indians who often opt for what makes their already pleasant enough lives still more pleasant, at the cost of the people of Bharat. In our country, the life of Indians matters. A Bharatiya is of no consequence. For instance, when the Asian Games was held in New Delhi, an important decision had to be made regarding whether we should switch from the then black and white T.V set up to colour T.V. The decision of course, was made by the Indians. They felt it would be best for a country that they have a more superior toy to play with even though the people of Bharat had a more urgent need for clean drinking water and their basic necessities of life. Money was allocated to promote Indians with better luxuries than Bharatiyas with basic necessities. There was also an incident about the alleged plague in the city of Surat. In this particular case, Indian lives were at stake, so the whole governmental machinery came into action. The best medical personnel rushed to the spot with best facilities. Soon after, Surat was so sanitized and purified that it was ranked among the cleanest cities in India. These two examples show that Bharatiya lives are of no consequence and not meriting the care and concern that Indians deserve. The Dalits and the Adivasis of Bharat- Their reality! There are more than 150 million dalits in our country. Most dalits are citizens of Bharat. The recent Government Survey of India admitted that, on an average day, somewhere in our land, two dalits are killed, three dalit women are raped, two dalit houses are burnt and fifty dalits are assaulted by people of a higher caste. In most of the 60,000 villages of Bharat (whose population is about twice that of India), dalits are deprived of all the rightful privileges and discriminated on all grounds -all these despite the Laws/Acts against discriminating dalits been enacted in our Constitution. The UN Declaration of 1993, as the year of “Indigenous People” led to the resurgence of indigenous people all over the world in the second half of the last century. The Adivasis of India have been no exception. In India, it was Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, who championed the cause of the Adivasis and their development with his well known Panchsheel or five principles. The plight of the Adivasis displaced in the North is pathetic, caused in the name of various developmental projects. Studies indicate that the number of Displaced Persons (DPs) is higher than official estimate and that fewer than 30% of those displaced by the country’s planned development have been rehabilitated. Their struggle still continues! The tribals of the North East are discriminated against and alienated on many aspects. Every now and then, we hear of the butcher of Eastern tribals in the altars (cities) of India. They get only a step-motherly treatment from the Indians. They too don’t matter much for the Indians. Wind of change in Bharat- Very mild!! Change is the only thing that doesn’t change. This phenomenon is true for the people of Bharat. Many Bharatiyans are catching up with the changing times. Many are beginning to taste success and are moving ahead in the ladder of social status. But the stark reality even at this juncture is that the situation in most of the villages of Bharat is still deplorable. Many are carried off by the jaws of malnutrition and endemic illnesses. Medical helps, living standards, Educational system - the list goes on and on, are still far behind. And the plight of the Bharatiyans doesn’t bother the Indians much. To conclude, I wish to state one contradiction at hand. India is striding in its economic development. The world sees India as one of the probable fastest growing economies. But the bitter reality is that India houses a third of the world’s poor. “Bharat” cannot be removed from the picture. It’s time our leaders remember that the vision of “India Shining” will merely be a wish- dream, if “Bharat”, the land of the peasants and farmers, is not given due consideration in terms of development, putting a break to every form of discriminations and stepmotherly treatment, thereby, bettering its lot. India sure does have a long way to go!!

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Government promises to resolve UPSC issue soon

NEW DELHI, JuLy 28 (IANS): Amid continuing protests by civil service aspirants demanding the scrapping of an aptitude test, the government said Monday that the row will be resolved soon. “The UPSC issue will be resolved within a week,” said Home Minister Rajnath Singh, a day after he apprised Prime Minister Narendra Modi of the steps being taken to address the concerns of the aspirants who have dubbed the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) “discriminatory”. A students delegation met Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi, who promised to raise the matter in parliament. Hundreds of aspirants protested Monday morning outside the office of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) in the heart of the city. The UPSC conducts the civil service examination. Forty of the protesters were detained by police. The aspirants are continued their daily protests at Mukherjee Nagar, a residential area near Delhi University popular with students who pour into Delhi from other states to prepare for the civil service examination. The students want the CSAT scrapped, saying it discriminates against those from the humanities and Hindi background. A delegation met Rahul Gandhi at his 12 Tughlak Lane residence and sought his support in government. Speaking to IANS, Shubhankar Vats, who was in the delegation, said: “Rahul Gandhi has assured us that he will raise the issue in parliament.” According to a statement by the Congress, Gandhi assured the delegation that no stone will be left unturned and that “he has always been concerned about students’ well being”. Ajit Chakravarti, a protesting student, said: “We are demanding our rights... The protests will not be stopped till the government agrees to our demand.” The protesters burnt their entrance examination admit cards and raised slogans against former union minister Kapil Sibal. In a bid to disperse them, police used water cannons. When the protest didn’t end, police detained about 40 of them. The delegation which met Gandhi later marched to the Tilak Marg police station in central Delhi where others had been detained. The CSAT-II paper carries questions on comprehension, interpersonal skills, including communication skills, logical reasoning and analytical ability, decision-making and problem-solving, general mental ability, basic numeracy, and English language comprehension skills (of Class 10 level). They have been objecting against the aptitude test and English language questions asked in the CSAT II paper, claiming they were much above the standard prescribed for the examination. The protesters went on a rampage Thursday in north Delhi, burning two police vehicles and a bus.

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Political slugfest begins as Saharanpur seeks peace

LuckNoW, JuLy 28 (IANS): Uttar Pradesh’s dominant political players are locked in a war of words over the communal violence in Saharanpur that has left three people dead and several others injured. The Congress is blaming the ruling Samajawdi Party and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the violence. The Samajwadi Party has accused the BJP and the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) of colluding to create unrest. The BJP says the real culprit is the Akhilesh Yadav government. Union minister of small and media enterprise Kalraj Mishra fears that the Muslim-Sikh riots may be the handiwork of people backed by Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the ISI. Three people were killed and many suffered critical injuries as Muslim and Sikh mobs fought pitched battles on Saturday on the streets of Saharanpur city, about 170km from New Delhi, forcing authorities to clamp curfew. One of the dead in Saharanpur has now been identified as 18-year-old Sarfaraz, who earned a living as a vendor. Mishra, an MP from Deoria, accused the government of failing to check rising crime and wanted security agencies to probe why communal violence have become so frequent in Uttar Pradesh in the last two years. The Samajwadi Party stormed to power in Uttar

Curfew relaxed for four hours in Saharanpur

A man shouts slogans as a small group of Indian Sikhs burn tires to block traffic during a protest against the Uttar Pradesh (U.P) state government in Jammu on July 27. The Sikhs were protesting against Saturday’s violent clash between two communities in in Saharanpur district of U.P that left two people dead and a dozen injured. (AP Photo)

Pradesh in 2012. But in just two years, the government’s sheen has faded due to recurring bouts of violence. According to most sources, there have been some 200 small and big communal riots in the last two years. The worst incident of communal bloodshed to hit Uttar Pradesh took place in Muzaffarnagar in September last year when more than 60 people died and thousands fled their homes. Samajwadi Party leader and minister Mohammed Azam Khan has courted controversy by saying that communal tensions in Uttar Pradesh were being

stoked by the RSS, the ideological parents of the BJP. Referring to the RSS headquarters in Nagpur, he said: “A lot of research is under way in Nagpur on how to foment tensions between communities in the state.” Another Uttar Pradesh minister and Samajwadi Party spokesman Rajendra Chowdhary has accused the BJP of inciting violence to discredit the Akhilesh Yadav government. He also accused the BJP of colluding with the BSP to create unrest in the sprawling state. This has been trashed by senior BSP leader Swami Prasad Maurya, who says the “sinking ship” of

the Samajwadi Party was the reason its leaders were levelling such baseless charges. “This government has completely failed to maintain law and order in the state and knows it has no future,” Maurya, the opposition leader in the state assembly, told IANS. “So passing the buck and blaming others is all that can be expected of them,” he said. The reference to the “sinking ship” was to the washout the Samajwadi Party suffered in the Lok Sabha election when it won only five of the 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh. The BJP bagged a record 71 seats.

LuckNoW, JuLy 28 (IANS): Curfew was Monday relaxed for four hours at Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh following easing of tension in the city, which witnessed communal clashes Saturday, officials said. Curfew was eased between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the new city while it was relaxed from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the old city, so that people could buy essential items like milk, vegetables and medicines, an official told IANS. Heavy deployment of police and paramilitary forces, however, continued, a district official said. He added that security had been scaled up as Id-ul-Fitr is being celebrated Tuesday. There were minor incidents of stone-pelting in some areas but the situation was by and large under control, police said. The union home ministry Monday said it had received a detailed report of the violence and was in touch with the state government. Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh also held a meeting to take stock of the situation. He had met Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday and briefed him on the violence. In the 30-minute meeting, both leaders were learnt to have shared their concern over the rising number of incidents of communal nature in Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, two senior police officials ADG D.S. Chauhan and DIG Deepak Ratan, who had been ordered by the state government to rush to the affected area, met district officials. Though satisfied at the efforts of the district administration, both, however, said they will camp in the city till normalcy is restored. The district authorities have sent a report to the home department and have sought guidelines on relaxing curfew and other security arrangements regarding Id festival. As many as 38 people have been arrested since Sunday in connection with the mob violence. Violence broke out Saturday after a land dispute verdict by the high court led to some construction work on the land claimed by a gurdwara. Muslims in the locality took umbrage. People from both the communities pelted stones and fired at each other. Over four dozen vehicles and shops were gutted in the violence that followed.

One rape every 30 minutes in India Identify bills for parliament session, PM tells ministers NEW DELHI, JuLy 28 (TNN): Even as an increasing number of violent crimes against women, especially rape, continue to be reported across the country, a 13year analysis of crime data reveals that a little more than 57 rapes were reported every day. This averages over two rapes every hour, every day during the last 13 years. A total of 2,72,844 cases were reported across 28 states and seven UTs in this period. A Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI) analysis of reported rape cases between 2001 and 2013 shows 2,64,130 rapes were reported in 28 states during the 13-year period an average of almost 56 incidents of rape per day. In the seven UTs, the average is almost two rapes per day. However, Delhi alone accounted for 8,060 reported incidents during this period. While 16,075 cases of rape were reported in 2001 across all states and UTs, in 2013, the figure stood at 33,707 - indicating an increase of 52.30%. The expansion of the list of offences that constitute rape following amendments to the Criminal Amendment Act, 2013 has resulted in an increase in reported cases. The highest rise amongst the 28

states and UTs was in Delhi (329%) compared to the figure reported in 2001 when the UT reported 381 cases. The number of cases reported in Maharashtra increased by 135%, rising from 1,302 in 2001 to 3,063 in 2013. In Karnataka, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand and Himachal Pradesh, the number of cases reported was more than double the figure reported in 2001. Another reason for the increase in number of cases reported in 2013 would be the fear of punishment in the minds of police officers to whom cases of rape are reported. West Bengal is the only state where fewer cases of rape were reported after the 2013 amendments were enforced, falling from 2,046 in 2012 to 1,685 in 2013. The report’s author Venkatesh Nayak, who analyzed NCRB data, said it would have to be examined why the state had bucked the trend and to see if the police was suppressing complaints. During the 13-year period, Madhya Pradesh reported the most number of rapes at 40,422. The average figure for Madhya Pradesh is more than eight rapes per day during the 13-year period. This is 44% higher than that of West Bengal which

stood second with 22,472 cases reported which averages almost five incidents of rape per day across the state. It is followed by Uttar Pradesh with 22,108 rapes reported, averaging 4.65 incidents a day. Maharashtra w ith 21,049 instances and Rajasthan with 19,083 cases during this period complete the list of top five for the 13year period. On an average, more than four rapes occurred a day in Maharashtra and Rajasthan. Delhi reported 8,060 cases during this period, much more than the larger states of Tamil Nadu (7,875 cases), Karnataka (6,204 cases) and Gujarat (4,981 cases). The report also noted that 1,01,041 rape cases were under trial in 2012 which increased by almost 12% in 2013 to 1,14,785. In 2012, trial was completed in 14,717 cases whereas in 2013, this figure rose by a little less than 22% to 18,833. While 3,563 persons were convicted for rape in 2012, 5,101 culprits were convicted in 2013, indicating an increase by a little more than 30%. The number of acquittals rose by 18.79% in 2013 when 13,735 accused persons were pronounced not guilty as compared to 11,154 persons in 2012.

NEW DELHI, JuLy 28 (IANS): Almost done with financial business in the budget session of parliament, the government is now trying to finalise legislative business, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi does not want the session to be curtailed, sources said Monday. Government sources said Modi has asked his ministers to list down important bills for the remaining part of the session, which ends Aug 14. The Lok Sabha passed the general budget Friday. Financial business is primarily concerned with the lower house, and the Rajya Sabha has to just return the finance bill. This brings to a close the main

business for the session - called the budget session - leaving the government in a fix as it does not want to prematurely adjourn the nearly sixweek-long session, its second. The first session of parliament for the Modi government was June 4-11. “The prime minister is keen to take up legislative agenda for the session, as the finance bill is now passed,” said a source from the government. “The government is looking at bills that can be taken up,” the source added. A quarter of people in the government earlier said they were considering curtailing the parliament session once the financial business is done. According to

PRS Legislative Research, when the 15th Lok Sabha finished its term, 128 bills remained pending in parliament. Of these, 68 bills pending in the Lok Sabha lapsed with its dissolution. Nearly 60 bills are pending with the Rajya Sabha, but sources said the government wants to reexamine these before taking them up. The parliamentary affairs ministry had announced a tentative list of 21 bills to be discussed and passed during the ongoing budget session. However, almost no new bills have been cleared by the cabinet yet. When the issue of lack of legislative business was raised in the

Rajya Sabha by Congress leader Satyavrat Chaturvedi Thursday, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Prakash Javadekar said the government had enough business and its “hands are full”. In this session, besides the finance bills, the government has so far passed a bill to amend the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) Act, and a bill to transfer land from Telangana to Andhra Pradesh. The TRAI Act amendment bill was taken up and passed primarily to facilitate former TRAI chairman Nripendra Mishra’s appointment as the principal secretary to Prime Minister Modi.

Govt denies bugging at Gadkari’s home, Cong wants probe

NEW DELHI, JuLy 28 (IANS): The government Monday denied bugging union minister Nitin Gadkari’s residence, with the home ministry ruling out any probe. Gadkari issued a fresh denial over the issue, even as Congress leaders demanded an investigation. “As already stated, I reiterate that no devices were found at my residence anywhere,” Gadkari tweeted. Asked about the bugging, Home Minister Rajnath Singh said it was not a matter to be pursued. “There is no contradiction, Gadkari has denied it himself,” Rajnath Singh said. “How can we intervene in this?” Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju refused to comment. “The minister (Gadkari) himself has said the reports are speculative... How can we comment on it?” Rijiju said when asked if the home ministry would probe the bugging reports. “There is nothing concrete in it,” he said. Media reports Sunday said bugging devices

were found at Gadkari’s Delhi residence. This was, however, denied by Gadkari and those close to him. Congress leaders, including former prime minister Manmohan Singh, said there should be a probe in the case. Gujarat Congress leader Shaktisinh Gohil questioned why Gadkari called the report “speculative” and not untrue. “Gadkari said the reports are ‘highly speculative’. Why didn’t he dismiss the reports as untrue? He should have either said it happened or he should have said it did not happen,” Gohil told the media here. “The constitution guarantees that one can live his life with privacy, and snooping people is not permitted under the law. There are reports that Gadkari was being spied upon needs to be investigated,” the Congress leader said. Manmohan Singh Sunday called for a probe saying: “If ministers’ houses are bugged, then it is not a good omen. It should

be investigated.” Bharatiya Janata Party spokesperson Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, however, asked why Manmohan Singh was quiet when bugging was reported in then finance minister Pranab Mukherjee’s office. “Why was Manmohan Singh quiet when there were reports of bugging of his ministers?” Naqvi asked. In 2011, at least 16 adhesive strips were found planted in the finance ministry, according to reports, and then finance minister Pranab Mukherjee had expressed fear of snooping. BJP leader Subramanian Swamy questioned if the former Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government was responsible for the bugging. He said the bugging took place around October last year “when the UPA was in power, the NSA (America’s National Security Agency) has specifically targeted the BJP and Gadkari was a very important person.

‘India will take at least 40 years to eliminate leprosy’

NEW DELHI, JuLy 28 (IANS): India’s leprosy elimination programme has not been “successful” and it will take at least 40 years to completely eliminate the disease from the country, an international expert has said. In 2005, WHO had declared that India had eliminated leprosy. However, India reported an average increase of five to seven percent in the detection of new cases annually over the last five years, with an increased proportion of cases seen among children. According to the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP) of the union health ministry, 127,595 new cases of leprosy are detected in India every year. Rene Staeheli, direc-

tor, International Leprosy Eradication Programme (ILEP), also said human rights of those affected living in lepers colonies are violated as they are denied jobs and health facilities. “India should realise that leprosy elimination as a public health programme has not been a success as the number of transmission has increased,” Staeheli told IANS in an interview here. “India has a high burden of leprosy patients in the interior areas of the economically backward states, where the medication for leprosy has not been extended yet. It may be due to various reasons,” said the head of the global organisation that works to eradicate leprosy in the world. Its members are

working in the field in leprosy endemic countries to obtain free Multi Drugs Therapy (MDT) supplies from WHO via the national programme. “First of all, it is important to extend the medication for leprosy in those areas. Before that eradication of the disease is not possible. At least it will take another 40 years to eliminate the disease,” Staeheli added. According to the World Health Organisation, India accounts for 58 percent of the new leprosy cases in the world. Leprosy is an infectious disease that causes severe disfiguring of the skin and leads to nerve damage in the arms and legs. It is still endemic in a number of countries. Staeheli, who was here

to launch the GoodBye Leprosy Trust (GBLT), said that “if India intends to eradicate leprosy it needs to first develop a political will apart from providing proper financial resources and implement the working of coalition organisations. Confronting leprosy is not possible just by the efforts of the government.” The GBLT aims to generate public awareness and locally mobilise financial resources to eradicate leprosy. “Studies and surveys have concluded that the number of new leprosy cases in the past decade have mostly emerged in the remotest corners of India where patients have been devoid of treatment,” Staeheli told IANS. He attributed the rise in

the number of leprosy cases in the remotest part of India to the “non-availability” of the MDT treatment the only way to cure leprosy at its initial stage. “The situation is such that the lepers in the remote places of many states are not even aware of the MDT, which is provided free of cost by the WHO, the government and pharmaceutical organisations like Novartis,” Staeheli added. “As the incubation period (the time between contact with the bacteria and the appearance of symptoms) is usually five to seven years, it becomes difficult to give the MDT treatment (which is more effective during the initial phases) to people with leprosy,” he said. According to the NLEP,

Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of new leprosy cases in 2013-14 (14,865), followed by Maharastra (12,659), Gujarat (5,981) and Chhattisgarh (5,656). Delhi and the National Capital Region alone recorded 2,300 cases of leprosy last year. Staeheli further said that the elimination programme cannot be successful in India until the existing cases are treated. “Also, the motive should be to diagnose leprosy in its earlier stages,” he asserted. “The objective of every organisation working for the cause should be to avoid nerve damage. Without nerve damage, a patient can forget that he was ever affected with the condition. Nerve damage

can be avoided if a patient is treated at an early stage, which has not been done in many interior parts of the country,” he said. Speaking about the discrimination the lepers face in colonies set up by the government, Staeheli said: “Currently India has 850 colonies, where people with leprosy are living marginalised from society. Serious human rights violations, lack of education rights and employment opportunities and denial of health facilities are still seen.” All this, he said, is because of misconception and lack of correct knowledge about leprosy in society. “Even the allocation of funds to civil society and NGO members, who vol-

untarily go to such areas to provide treatment, raise awareness and also curb the stigma, is scarce,” he said. He also called for “shunning” the stigma attached to the condition due to which people with leprosy hesitate to take an initiative to get treated. Staeheli also said that India still enforces 16 laws that discriminate against people with leprosy. “..almost all of the marriage and divorce laws in India consider leprosy as grounds for divorce, and other laws prohibiting the leprosy-affected from running for public office or inhabiting normal residential complexes (a major reason for the existence of leprosy colonies)” are some such laws, he added.

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Israeli strikes on Gaza break lull Meshaal demands end to occupation

A Palestinian militant takes up a defensive position as his comrades march through the streets marking the first day of Eid al-Fitr, in the Jenin refugee camp, West Bank on Monday July 28. Monday marked the beginning of the three-day Eid holiday, which caps the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan. Muslims usually start the day with dawn prayers and visiting cemeteries to pay their respects to the dead, with children getting new clothes, toys, shoes and haircuts, and families visiting each other. (AP Photo)

JERuSAlEM, July 28 (AP): Israeli jets struck three sites in Gaza on Monday after a rocket was launched at Israel, the military said, disrupting a relative lull in the war-torn territory at the start of a major Muslim holiday. The airstrikes followed an almost 12-hour pause in the fighting and came as international efforts intensified to end the threeweek war between Israel and Hamas. The U.N. on Monday called for an “immediate” cease-fire in the fighting that has already killed over 1,030 Palestinians, 43 Israeli soldiers and three civilians on the Israeli side. On Sunday, President Barak Obama telephoned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to push for an immediate end to the conflict. Israel’s military said it struck two rocket launchers and a rocket manufacturing facility in central and northern Gaza after a rocket hit southern Israel earlier in the day. The rocket caused no damage or injuries.

At least two more Palestinians were killed on Monday. A four-year-old boy died when tank shells hit his family’s house in Jabaliya, in the northern Gaza Strip, Gaza health officials said. Another person was killed by tank shelling in a separate incident, also in Jabaliya. The Israeli military also said it dropped leaflets over Gaza City on Monday afternoon, warning Palestinian residents in the coastal strip that Israel “will not tolerate any attempt to harm Israeli civilians, and the consequences will be severe.” Earlier, the military said troops on the ground were pressing on with efforts to destroy the cross-border tunnels constructed by Hamas for attacks inside Israel. Also, the military opened artillery fire on Beit Lahiya in northern Gaza in response to the rocket fired at Ashkelon, said the office of Israel’s military spokesman. The military said eight rockets had been fired from Gaza at Israel since midnight Sunday. As Muslims began celebrating

the Eid al-Fitr holiday that marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, there was fear and mourning Monday instead of holiday cheer in large parts of Gaza. Palestinian families huddled inside their homes, fearing more airstrikes, while those who came to a cemetery in Gaza City’s Sheik Radwan neighborhood to pay traditional respects at their ancestors’ graves gathered around a large crater from an airstrike a week ago that had broken up several graves. In New York, an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council called for “an immediate and unconditional humanitarian cease-fire.” And while it was the council’s strongest statement yet on the Gaza war, it was not a resolution and therefore not binding. Palestinian U.N. Ambassador Riyad Mansour did not hide his disappointment. He said the council should have adopted a strong and legally binding resolution a long time ago demanding an immediate halt to Israel’s “aggression,” providing the Palestinian

WASHINGTON, July 28 (AP): The leader of Hamas is demanding anew that Israel end its occupation of Gaza and the West Bank. Khaled Meshaal said in an interview broadcast Monday that he believes the world hasn’t taken an even-handed view of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. “Unfortunately the world doesn’t blame the Israelis,” said Meshaal, interviewed by CBS news anchor Charlie Rose from Cairo. Meshaal complained that Palestinians too frequently have to hear pleas for the security of the Jewish state, asking “why don’t you give it to Palestinians?” Asked if Hamas believes there’s only a military solution to the longstanding regional conflict, he said, “As a Palestinian, I want to be liberalized. I want to live without occupation.” “Did you not kick the British out,” he asked Rose, speaking through a translator. He called occupation “the worst thing you can imagine.” Asked point-blank if he would recognize Israel’s right to exist, Meshaal replied, “No.” “I can’t co-exist with occupation. Without occupation, you can co-exist,” he said. people with protection and lifting the siege in the Gaza Strip so goods and people can move freely. “You cannot keep 1.8 million Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip in this huge prison,” Mansour told reporters. “That is a recipe for disaster. It is inhumane, and it has to be stopped and it has to be lifted.” Israeli U.N. ambassador Ron Prosor also criticized the statement — though from a very different perspective — saying it lacked balance because it didn’t mention Hamas, the firing of rockets into Israel or Israel’s right to defend itself. Israel says it started its Gaza operation on July 8 to stop the rocket fire from the coastal territory and intensified it on July 17 to neutralize Hamas cross-border tunnels built to carry out attacks on Israeli territory. The pressure for a cease-fire followed new attacks launched by Israel and Hamas on Sunday despite the back-and-forth over proposals for another temporary halt to the fighting. The Security Council urged Israel and Hamas “to

accept and fully implement the humanitarian ceasefire into the Eid period and beyond.” It said this would allow for the delivery of urgently needed assistance. The council’s presidential statement also called on the parties “to engage in efforts to achieve a durable and fully respected ceasefire, based on the Egyptian initiative.” Obama telephoned Netanyahu on Sunday to express his concern over the mounting Palestinian casualties. The White House said Obama reiterated that Israel has a right to defend itself and condemned Hamas’ rocket attacks. Obama said a lasting peace will ultimately require a demilitarized Gaza and dismantling of terror groups. The U.S. president also pushed for an immediate, unconditional ceasefire that would allow Israeli and Palestinian civilians to return to normalcy. International diplomats have hoped that a temporary lull in the fighting could be expanded into a more sustainable truce to end the bloodshed.

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Trees saving 850 human lives a year in US: Study WASHINGTON, July 28 (IANS): Trees are saving more than 850 human lives a year and preventing almost 670,000 incidences of acute respiratory symptoms, says an estimate of air pollution removal by trees in the US by the US Forest Service scientists and collaborators. While the pollution removal by trees equated to an average air quality improvement of less than 1 percent, the impacts of that improvement were substantial. Researchers valued the human health effects of the reduced air pollution at nearly $7 billion (Rs.42,000 crore) every year. “With more than 80 percent of Americans living in urban area, this research underscores how truly essential urban forests are to people across the nation,” said Michael Rains, director Northern Research Station, US Forest Service. The study considered four pollutants

for which the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established air quality standards: nitrogen dioxide, ozone, sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter less than 2.5 microns (PM2.5) in aerodynamic diameter. Health effects related to air pollution include impacts on pulmonary, cardiac, vascular, and neurological systems. In the United States, approximately 130,000 PM2.5-related deaths and 4,700 ozone-related deaths in 2005 were attributed to air pollution. Tree cover in the United States is estimated at 34.2% but varies from 2.6% in North Dakota to 88.9% in New Hampshire. “In terms of impacts on human health, trees in urban areas are substantially more important than rural trees due to their proximity to people,” Dave Nowak from US Forest Service noted. The study appeared in the journal Environmental Pollution.

Police in China remove church’s cross BEIJING, July 28 (AP): Hundreds of police took down a church’s cross in eastern China early Monday amid a crackdown on church buildings in a coastal region where thousands of people are embracing Christianity. Evangelist Qu Linuo, who belongs to another church, said hundreds of police showed up Monday at the Longgang Huai En Church in the city of Wenzhou and used a crane to remove the cross from its steeple. Qu said he and about 200 others had flocked to the church a few hours earlier to protect the church but peacefully made way for the police. Qu said authorities told the church the cross violated building height limits. A man at Cangnan county’s public security office said he didn’t know anything about the incident. The Longgang township police didn’t answer phone calls. Across Zhejiang province, where Wenzhou sits, authorities have toppled or threatened to topple crosses at more than 130 Protestant churches. In a few cases, the government has even razed sanctuaries.

In this photo taken July 15, 2014, Pastor Tao Chongyin, left, speaks with church member Fan Liang’an in front of the Wuxi Christian Church with the words “Church of Jesus” in red, in Longwan, Wenzhou in eastern China’s Zhejiang province. Across Zhejiang province, which hugs China’s rocky southeastern coast, authorities have toppled, or threatened to topple, crosses at more than 130 churches. (AP Photo)

Officials have said they’re only enforcing building codes although often they won’t specify which ones. Church groups, however, say the government is targeting the fast-growing religion, which by official estimates has 23 million believers in China. The Pew Research Center estimated 58 million Protestants in the

country practiced the religion in 2011, along with 9 million Catholics the year before. Last week, parishioners at another church in Wenzhou successfully protected their cross from hundreds of police, said Zheng Changye, a 36-year-old member of another church who said he had rushed over to the scene.

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italy's Vincenzo nibali wins tour de France PARIS, JULY 28 (AP): Vincenzo Nibali put his lungs and legs to work one last time, marching up to the winner's podium of the Tour de France and sighing deeply before the Italian anthem echoed over the Champs-Elysees. Chants of "Vin-cen-zo!" rang across the famed avenue for the Sicilian, who dominated the race nearly from the start three weeks ago and on Sunday became the first Italian to win cycling's greatest race since Marco Pantani in 1998. Marcel Kittel of Germany won Stage 21 in a sprint, his fourth victory this year. Nibali cruised in 24 seconds later, easily retaining a lead of more than seven minutes on his closest rival. He received pats on the back, kissed his wife and infant daughter and was mobbed by cameras. "Now that I find myself on the highest step on the Champs-Elysees podium, it's more beautiful than I ever imagined," Nibali, the

Race winner Vincenzo Nibali of Italy, wearing the overall leader's yellow jersey, second placed Jean-Christophe Peraud of France, left, and third placed Thibaut Pinot of France stand on the podium of the Tour de France in Paris, France on July 27. (AP Photo)

Arc de Triomphe behind him, told the crowd. "I've never been this moved in all my life." Nibali, likened by some

Undefeated Chivas claim late win over Pumas

Chivas´ Fernando Arce celebrates after scoring against Pumas during a Mexican soccer league match in Mexico City on July 27. (AP Photo)

MEXICO CITY, JULY 28 (AP): A late free kick from Fernando Arce handed Chivas a 1-0 victory over Pumas to maintain their undefeated start to the season, while America and Monterrey are the only teams with perfect records after two rounds of the Mexican Apertura championship. America defeated Tijuana 2-1 and Monterrey won 1-0 against Pachuca on Saturday. In other weekend results, Tigres beat Leon 4-2, Atlas overcame Morelia 2-0, Chiapas won 2-1 against Toluca, Santos La-

guna drew 1-1 with Cruz Azul, Puebla drew 0-0 against Veracruz and Leones Negros defeated Queretaro 1-0. Arce struck the winner from 30 yards (meters) in the 87th minute, ten minutes after Chivas' Angel Reyna was sent off for his second yellow card. Pablo Aguilar headed in deep into second half injury time to steal the points for America, which had gone behind after Juan Arango converted a penalty in the 20th minute. Mexico international Raul Jimenez equalized for America in the 68th with a deft lofted finish. Monterrey substitute Dorlan Pabon struck from a tight angle in the 90th minute to win a game Pachuca had largely controlled. Colombian Hernan Burbano netted twice in the first 24 minutes for Tigres, before Jose Maria Cardenas pulled one back for reigning champion Leon. Emanuel Villa extended the lead two minutes before halftime and Juninho sealed victory in the 65th with a direct free kick. Both Atlas goals came in the second half, with Enrique Esqueda catching Morelia 'keeper Felipe Rodriguez off his line and beating him in the 51st and Edy Brambila adding the second in injury time.

atletico beat earthquakes at candlestick Park

SAN FRANCISCO, JULY 28 (AP): Saul scored in the fifth round of penalty kicks to lift Spanish League champion Atletico Madrid past Major League Soccer's San Jose Earthquakes after they played to a scoreless tie Sunday in the final sporting event at Candlestick Park. Guillherme Siqueira, Gabi and Mario Suarez also scored for Atletico in the tiebreaker. Sam Cronin, Shaun Francis and Brandon Barklage countered for the Earthquakes in front of 15,558 fans at the Copa Euroamericana game. "What I'll take away from tonight's match is that we played well and took a very good team to penalty kicks," San Jose coach Mark Watson said. "We played 90 minutes against a top team and that means a lot. We would like to be a bit more clinical with our chances, but we're focused on the overall team performance tonight against one of the top teams in the world." Atletico captain Raul Garcia blasted a penalty kick off the post in the 41st minute. The Spanish club Athletico de Madrid's Gabi holds up was given the kick the winner's trophy after defeating after Barklage was the San Jose Earthquakes, Sunday, whistled for his July 27 in San Francisco. (AP Photo) challenge on Mario Suarez. Atletico won the shootout 4-3. The Madrid team won its first Spanish league title in 18 seasons this year and lost to rival Real Madrid in the Champions League final. "I thought we played really well in the first half," Atletico coach Diego Simeone said. "There was a high rhythm and high pace to the game. The team was connecting well between the different lines. What we were lacking was finishing and putting in a goal. The second half, not so much. The intent is always there.

as the emperor of the pack, conquered where others did not: notably Chris Froome of Britain, the 2013 Tour winner, and two-time

champion Alberto Contador of Spain. Both crashed out with injuries before the halfway mark. As if mountain climbs, bone-jarring

cobblestones, crashes and rain-splattered rides weren't enough, Nibali faced the scrutiny that comes with the yellow jer-

sey in a sport long damaged by drugs. Nibali, who calls himself "a flag-bearer of antidoping," noted that his success came through pinpoint focus on this race as the season began and opportunistic attacks in which he was able to nibble seconds on his rivals. There were no eye-popping performances, as was the case when doping was so prevalent. The Astana team leader is only the sixth rider to win all three Grand Tours — France, Italy and Spain. His win comes 16 years after Pantani, a flamboyant rider, died from a drug overdose. Nibali won four stages — a feat not equaled by a Tour winner since Lance Armstrong won five a decade ago. The Italian wore the yellow jersey for all but two stages since Stage 1. His 7-minute, 37-second margin over runner-up Jean-Christophe Peraud equals that of Armstrong over Swiss rider Alex Zulle in 1999 — a result nullified

because of doping. Before that, the biggest margin was that of Germany's Jan Ullrich: He beat Richard Virenque by just more than nine minutes in 1997. In one of the subplots of this race, Peraud and thirdplaced Thibaut Pinot became the first Frenchmen to reach the Tour podium since Virenque in that year — a fact not lost on many homegrown fans. Pinot was 8:15 behind. Armstrong, Ullrich and Virenque were caught in nearly a generation of doping scandals. Armstrong, in cycling's biggest scandal, admitted to doping and was stripped of his record seven Tour titles. Nibali and many others in the peloton say that era is past. But his own victories in the 2010 Vuelta and the Italian Giro last year were tarnished by doping involving other riders. Cycling's governing body has made great efforts to halt drug use, but few cycling experts believe the pack is fully clean.

2nd Altrura Open Football tournament, Chumukedima DAY 3 RESULTS Sepruolieza YO-0 vs Nallong FC Jalukie-3 Patkai Christian Collage-1 vs Seitheke Basa YO-3 Tenyiphe-I SU vs Rural Legend Medziphematie break-4-6 Tsiepama SU-2 vs Virazouma YO-0 Tenyiphe-II YO-0 vs Black Hornets-5 JULY 29 MATCHES 7:30am-Hq IGAR North vs SSA 9:00am-Falcon FC vs NTHSS 1:00pm-Aoyimhum vs Junior Medziphema 2:30pm-United Brothers vs Lotha SU Seithekema 4:00pm-CVYS vs Neighbours SC

DraW moVeS South aFrica to no 1

COLOMbO, JULY 28 (REUTERS): South Africa reclaimed top spot in cricket`s test rankings after grimly hanging on for a draw in the second and final test against Sri Lanka on Monday to win the series 1-0. It was South Africa’s first series win under new captain Hashim Amla and only their second series victory in Sri Lanka in 21 years, and sees them overtake Australia as the world`s number one team. Set 369 for victory South Africa, who started the day at 38-1, finished on 159 for eight with Vernon Philander holding firm with an unbeaten 27. That was despite a marathon bowling effort fromspinners Rangana Herath and Dilruwan Perera who sent down 89 overs between them, including 54 maidens, to claim all eight South African wickets. Sri Lanka had to fight not only against the strong defence put up by South Africa but also the weather that interrupted play three

South African cricket team members pose a group photography with the trophy after their second test cricket match against Sri Lanka was drawn in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Monday, July 28. South Africa won the two-test series 1-0: (AP Photo)

times during the day, including in the final session with South Africa on 118-6. However the sun came out strongly and Sri Lanka grabbed the wicket of JP Duminy in the first over of the final hour when Perera

trapped him lbw for three. Herath picked up his 18th five wicket bag when he had Dale Steyn caught behind by Niroshan Dickwella for six. There was no further joy for the hosts, however, as Philander and Imran Tahir

played out the remaining 27 minutes. Amla had led South Africa’s resistance when he scored a fighting 25 off 159 balls before falling to Perera in the fourth over after tea when he edged an attempted drive

to Mahela Jayawardene. Herath also found the outside edge of Faf du Plessis` bat on 10 to give Jayawardene his 200th test catch. Herath had also dismissed Quinton de Kock for 37 and AB deVilliers for

12 in the afternoon session, but the rain delays, which saw only 30 minutes play in the morning session, hindered Sri Lanka`s push to level the series. South Africa had lost the number one ranking to Australia in May.

When the SaintS go marching out

Southampton’s mass exodus of homegrown players

LONDON, JULY 28 (AGENCIES): The vultures who have been circling Southampton finally descended this summer and tore great chunks out of the club. Liverpool have had the biggest feed, devouring their heart, Adam Lallana, and the guts, Rickie Lambert. On Sunday, they went for the spine with Dejan Lovren completing his £20million move to Anfield. Manchester United ripped out the most tender part of all in young full back Luke Shaw. Tottenham took off with the brain; their manager Mauricio Pochettino. And Arsenal are ready to swoop for £12m right back Calum Chambers and rival Tottenham for midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin. But what’s left of a club who, in just four seasons, rose from League One to an eighth-place finish in the Barclays Premier League? A side who in their first campaign back in the top flight were described as the best to play at Old Trafford, by Sir Alex Ferguson. Since former executive chairman Nicola Cortese quit in January after a dispute with owner Katharina Liebherr, there has been a complete overhaul at the top. New manager Ronald Koeman insists he was aware of the situation after meeting their head of football development Les Reed. ‘The first meeting with Les was open and the information was clear about the squad,’ said Koeman. ‘I knew Lambert, Lallana and Shaw would go. I

had no influence on that. The most important message I gave is that we will keep the philosophy and ambition of the club.’ The problem is, those who work closely with Southampton say that the philosophy has altered. One source said: ‘Under Cortese it was very much like Barcelona or Real Madrid, where it doesn’t matter who the head coach is it’s just that you do right by the club.’ In March, Liebherr appointed Ralph Krueger as chairman — a bold move given he had no football experience, though he had just led Canada to ice hockey gold at the Winter

Olympics. His complete absence from Southampton in the past six weeks, during such a crucial period, has not gone unnoticed by staff even though he has been keeping in touch by telephone. Critics argue that Liebherr and Krueger know nothing about football and Reed is out of his depth. ‘Getting Katharina to stabilise the club after Cortese left is like getting a lunatic to run an asylum,’ said a source who has worked with a number of top-flight clubs. Promises that Reed made to the fans in April have already been shat-

tered. ‘We want to retain the players we’ve got,’ he said. ‘I think our fans deserve to understand that there is not going to be a fire sale here.’ Three months later their four best players have gone or are about to go with others set to follow. Matt Le Tissier, who played for Southampton for 16 years, suggests losing key figures around the club is nothing new. ‘When you’re a club of our size after the season we had there’s always a chance vultures will nick our best players,’ he said. ‘We’ve had to live with that, we’ve generally sold our most talented boys that came through our system. That’s the way

it is.’ But another Saints legend Mick Channon is upset. ‘I don’t know when this is going to stop,’ he said. ‘It’s sad to see a side which was only going to get better being broken up. It’s getting beyond a joke. It’s the fans I feel for.’ It is understood the majority of funds made from sales — £27m for Shaw, £25m for Lallana, £4m for Lambert and £20m for Lovren — will be spent on recruitment. They are looking to sign six players in total for around £10m each rather than three at £20m. They have already signed Dusan Tadic from FC Twente for £10.9m to

replace Lallana and spent £8m on Feyenoord’s Graziano Pelle for Lambert. They will stick with their policy of bringing through players from their highly successful academy. For instance, 18-year-old Matt Targett is seen as the long-term replacement for Shaw. ‘When we start the season we will have a very good team,’ Koeman insisted. ‘We will bring in players with even better qualities.’ But promises have already been broken and some are tipping Southampton for relegation. Indeed, the club’s future could well be decided by the time the transfer window shuts at the end of next month.

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Moba Inggang second music video ‘Firefly’ released

oba Inggang is a well-known artist/musician based in Dimapur. ‘Firefly’ is his second official music video in EP form after his debut single video ‘Silent Years’. The video ‘Firefly’ is produced by his best buddy Moba Langfhoang to encourage the talented artist to excel in the field of music. The video is directed by Charles Crezen of Tribes Music & Media Lab. The music video has a special appearance featuring Ekhen Bezo. ‘Firefly’ is officially released in Indihut, Soundclouds and YouTube for free downloads. The song ‘Firefly’ is based on his imagination with firefly as a companion sent by God to accompany him in the darkness of night .Firefly is an allegory of friendship or relationship which is inherently needed in all of us. In the video ‘Firefly’, the artist paints a picture in his mind which lights him up like the fireflies at night. Friendship or relationships are like the

fireflies which make our lives beautiful just like the fireflies that light up the darkness beautifully at night . The lady in the video represents the people on the other side needing our friendship. She sits idly and in loneliness; she sees the paintings on the wall; and she goes further beyond the paintings looking for friendship to light up her life. She found that there was someone at the other who needed her friendship and painted her image intuitively. He has come a long way by winning many Musical Competition at the State Level. He also has another Video ‘In the Light’ in line introducing his Band Members which is to be released this year again. Besides music, Moba also uses his painting skills to capture and present the different aspects of life and situations through his paintings. He has a home based Art Studio called “Lost n’ Found” where the collections of his paintings are on display.

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bradley Cooper denies 'secretly marrying' to

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radley Cooper has denied his secret marriage to Suki Waterhouse after the couple was recently spotted wearing wedding rings. Speaking at the LA premiere of 'Guardians of the Galaxy', the 39-yearold actor said that one knew when they take a picture and it becomes a negative image as it was his father's ring and he was not married, the Mirror reported. The 'Hangover' actor said that the photographer's original shot taken was reversed when printed, which lead to a confusion. The couple has been together for 18 months.

sussanne demands ` 400 gerard butler's helicopter crores from Hrithik Roshan?

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ctor Gerard Butler has sparked a review by aviation authorities in Australia after he shared a clip of a friend performing stunts in a helicopter on a chat show. The Scottish actor has been Down Under filming a new movie, and he shared footage of his experiences in the country during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel's talk show in June, reported Hollywood Life. The clip, which was also uploaded to YouTube shows Butler, 44, and his friends on a fishing trip as a helicopter comes in low and performs a dangerous-looking stunt close to the ground. The actor refused to reveal the

ne of the most famous celebrity couple Hrithik and Sussanne Roshan decided to seperate and shocked one and all. Now, according to reports Sussanne Roshan, who was separated from her husband Hrithik Roshan sometime back, has demanded around Rs 400 crores from Hrithik Roshan as alimony after filing for divorce. Recently, for the first time in three months, estranged couple Hrithik and Suzanne come together for son's birthday and proved their responsibility towards their children.

pilot's name over fears he might get in trouble on the show. It has now emerged that bosses at Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (Casa) have obtained the footage and are reviewing it. Casa spokesman Peter Gibson said, "The registration of the helicopter is unclear from the video but we are looking into it... Casa is reviewing the video of the helicopter flying near the fishing party shown on the YouTube clip. Casa always takes any information or evidence about potential unsafe flying seriously and takes the appropriate actions." An official investigation into the stunt has yet to be launched.

Bizarre Ramsay Lawsuit Dropped

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chef who claimed he couldn't taste food after cutting his tongue at Gordon Ramsay's New York City restaurant has dropped his lawsuit against the celebrity cook. In January (14), German Markus Barthel hit the Brit with legal documents alleging he ate a hard piece of plastic or ceramic in his hamburger while visiting Ramsay's eaterie at The London hotel last year (13). In the papers, Barthel claims he was left with se-

rious, severe and permanent injuries in his mouth, including... deep cuts in his tongue, and had to undergo surgery in order to repair the damage, but is unable to perform the duties of a chef any longer. Barthel insisted he was left unable to work for several weeks because of the accident, and was seeking unspecified damages and compensation for his pain and suffering. However, the lawsuit was dropped last week (beg-

s21Jul14) after Ramsay's lawyers successfully argued the Hell's Kitchen star had not been involved in the restaurant's daily operations in five years. A representative for the hot-headed chef tells the New York Daily News that Ramsay has been transparent in his dealings with The London venue and that he handed over the ownership and day to day operations in 2009 and Gordon continues a consultancy relationship with the restaurant.

'I have seen the lowest of the lows' b Ipasha basu S asks Rs 1 lakh

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he has chartered global success with her beautiful voice and acting talents, some would say living the Hollywood dream. But in 2008, Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson was faced with a horrific nightmare, when she learned her mother Darnell Donerson, her brother Jason Hudson and nephew Julian King were all killed in a horrific gun attack. Six years on, in an interview with The Guardian’s Observer, the 32-year-old star has opened up about the heartache she suffered all those years ago. ‘I have definitely seen the highest of the highs and the lowest of the lows,’ the actress explained. ‘You don't know how strong you are until you are placed in that kind of moment.’ On 24 October 2008, Jennifer’s mother and 29-year-old brother were gunned down in her hometown Chicago, while her seven-yearold nephew was reported missing from the home, but the child’s body with 'multiple gunshot wounds’ was found dead in the back of an abandoned SUV days later. Speaking about how she deals with the grief, she said: ‘If I close my eyes, I can almost remember what it was like, what I was like, 15 years ago. I was at home in Chicago, still in high school, singing in church, living with my family. ‘But generally, no, it feels like another Jennifer life. I don’t look

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the same. I’m a mother now. So many things have changed. I sometimes think the only constant is my voice. That hasn’t gone away.’ The American star’s former brother-in-law, William Balfour, received three life sentences in July 2012 following his conviction in the Hudson family murders. Jennifer explained how her performance at the 2012 Super Bowl, where she sang StarSpangled Banner with the children of Sandy Hook High School, came soon after Balfour’s long trail of justice. ‘In many ways the trial was the most dreadful part of it all," she added. ‘But again I know my mother would not have wanted us to miss a beat, so we were there every day. ‘I wouldn't wish it on anyone to have to experience anything like that, but that is what you do for your family, so that is what we did...’ Meanwhile, earlier this month Jennifer wowed audiences at the 2014 Philly 4th of July Jam in Philadelphia. She took to the stage to sing some of her new songs from her upcoming album titled JHUD as she showed off the album sampler at the event with an energetic performance, while showing off her sensual side in an outfit that was certainly a far cry from her American Idol days. The concert event boasted an impressive line-up of performers including The Roots, Aloe Blacc, Nicki Minaj and Ed Sheeran.

as makeup expenses for every promotional event?

ipasha Basu is excited about her film Creature 3D, but reportedly the actress has upset her producer Bhushan Kumar. According to a report in mid-day, Bipasha Basu reportedly wants the film-makers to take care of the cost incurred for her styling, hair and makeup. The cost is about Rs 1 lakh for one promotional event. The report states that the film's expense has gone over budget and Bipasha's demands will apparently take up the cost. The report further quotes Bhushan Kumar stating that Bipasha has not charged any extra amount from the producers. Bipasha too commented by saying that staff payment is always a part of the contract and there is no extra cost attached to it.

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Ian Bell slams 21st ton, propels England past 400

Britain's Prince William, front right,with his wife Kate Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry watch the early rounds of the men's and women's gymnastic competitions at the Commonwealth Games Glasgow 2014, in Glasgow, Scotland, Monday, July, 28, 2014. (AP Photo)

Jitu Rai wins gold, Narang silver as shooters continue domination

GLASGOw, JULY 28 (PTI): ‘Pistol King’ Jitu Rai kept his reputation intact by clinching the gold medal while the seasoned Gagan Narang and Gurpal Singh claimed a silver each as shooters continued their heroics to add three more medals to India’s kitty on the fifth day of competitions in the 20th Commonwealth Games here today. The 26-year-old Rai, world number 4 in the event, gave ample display of his class by taking the honour in the men’s 50m pistol event as the Indian shooters continued to dominate the ranges. Gurpal Singh also took the spotlight with his silverwinning effort in the same event while Narang, taking part for the first time in the 50 m rifle prone event, had to be content with a silver as the

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CWG 2014 Medal Tally

Country Australia England Scotland India Canada

shooters did the bulk of the medal shopping during the day. With the addition of three more medals, India’s overall medal haul swelled to 25 with seven gold, 11 silver and seven bronze medals and were currently placed fourth in the medal standings. Australia were at the top with 27 gold, 21 silver and 27 bronze medals, followed by England (24 gold, 17 silver, 19 bronze) and hosts Scotland (12 gold, eight silver and 11 bronze). Rai shot 194.1 to bag

Gold 27 24 12 7 7

Silver 21 17 8 11 3

Bronze 27 20 11 7 8

his first Commonwealth Games gold on debut while Gurpal had an aggregate of 187.2 to win the silver, his first international medal. Australia’s Daniel Repacholi was third. With the three medals, India’s medal tally from the Barry Buddon Shooting Center has shot up to 12 (4, 7, 1), three more than England who have eight including three gold medals. Nepal-born Rai, who won a gold (in 10m air pistol) and a silver (in 50m pistol) in the World Cup

Total 75 61 31 25 18

last month, was third in the first series but then recovered quickly and led the field throughout after that. Narang, who has won four medals each in both the 2006 and 2010 Commonwealth Games but in other events, lost out the gold to Warren Potent of Australia by 0.7 points. Narang collected 203.6 in the 20-shot final round, while gold-winner Potent scored 204.3. Kenneth Parr of England bagged the bronze. This is Narang’s first

Commonwealth Games medal in his first appearance in 50m rifle prone event which is not his pet event. Narang, who won a bronze in men’s 10m Air Rifle in 2012 London Olympics, will also take part in men’s 50m rifle 3 position event tomorrow. This is also India’s second medal in this event in the Commonwealth Games, with Sanjiv Rajput having won a bronze in the 2006 Melbourne Games. Today, Narang failed to become only the third shooter to win nine gold medals in the Commonwealth Games but he still has a chance to achieve the feat when he takes the field in 50m rifles 3 position. India’s Jaspal Rana and England’s Michael Gault have won nine gold in Commonwealth Games.

SOUThAmPTON, JULY 28 (AP): Senior batsman Ian Bell struck 21st century as England eyeing a huge total reached an imposing 452 for five at tea on the second day of the third cricket Test here today. The 32-year-old Bell reached the landmark with a straight six off Ravindra Jadeja and also completed 7000 Test runs in the process. At the break, Bell was batting on 133 in the company of debutant Jos Buttler (13 batting). India got the wickets of Joe Root (3) and Moeen Ali (12) during the session with Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2/93) turning out to be the most successful bowler for India. It was surprising to see that the Indian skipper didn’t give a lengthy spell to any of his three mediumpacers after lunch, instead opting to give them one over at a time. Mohammad Shami (1—104), Pankaj Singh (0—112) and Bhuvneshwar were rotated in this manner throughout the first hour of play. This bowling merrygo-round resulted in the wicket of Joe Root (3), out in the 128th off Kumar, and perhaps put a check on the scoring as well with only 30 runs coming off the 13 overs bowled. Even after the drinks break, this ploy from Dhoni continued but he also deployed Ravindra Jadeja (1—101) from the other end.

England's Ian Bell looks skywards as he celebrates his century during the second day of the third cricket test match of the series between England and India at The Ageas Bowl in Southampton, England, Monday, July 28. (AP Photo)

But Bell who had enough of this negative tactic and he charged down the wicket in the 135th over of the innings and deposited Jadeja straight down the ground for his second six, bringing up his hundred off 179 balls, with 12 fours included. The 400-run mark had come up in the same over as Jadeja was taken for 21 runs. Bhuvneshwar then got his second wicket with Moeen Ali (12 runs, 28

balls, 1 four) again falling to a short ball. And he should have had his third as well but Buttler, on nought, was adjudged not out by the third umpire when Ajinkya Rahane took a low catch at second slip. He survived to add 32 runs for the sixth wicket with Bell and took the score past the 450-run mark in the 144th over, the quickest fifty yet of the innings, coming in only 55 deliveries.

Calum Chambers signs for Arsenal

LONDON, JULY 28 (AGENCIES): The 19-year-old made his Premier League debut for the Saints on the opening day of the 2013/14 campaign, going on to feature 22 times in the competition last term. Chambers joined the Southampton academy aged seven, breaking into the club’s first team squad at the beginning of 2012/13. Tall and athletic, the versatile youngster started his career in midfield, but established himself at right back last season and can also play in the centre of defence. He is currently captain of England Under-19s. Arsène Wenger said: "We are very pleased that Calum has agreed to join us. The way he adapted to the Premier League last season with Southampton at a young age shows that he has tremendous quality. He has a lot of the attributes that we look for in a young player and I am sure that he will do well with us.” Chambers said: "I am so happy to be signing for Arsenal. They are a team I have much admired for their playing style, and a team who have been one of the top sides in Europe for many years. I'm looking forward to joining up with my new team-mates today and beginning preparation for the season ahead. "I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to everyone at Southampton FC for everything they have done for me and for making this move possible." It is expected that Chambers will make his first Arsenal appearance at the Emirates Cup 2014, which takes place at Emirates Stadium on August 2 and 3.

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