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Former street dog Vladimir wears an ID collar that gives his name and residence, as he sits at the entrance of the Old Havana Museum of Metalwork in Havana, Cuba. Cuban law banning animals from workplaces contains an exemption for guard dogs. This legal covLONDON, MARCH 19 er for the ex-strays was bolstered when a dog at a government office awakened a guard (IANS): Bats are capable one night by barking when she heard would-be thieves removing air conditioners from of making ultra-fast de- E TUthe TORIALwindows. (AP File Photo) aland Job Centre/ please call Nag For more detail ce offi Wake into our land, ICICI Bank Mid Dimapur-Opp. -Old NST Kohima r resume you g brin se Plea

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16 Crores plus to be paid as land compensation

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Total 74.83 crores spent; 33.50 crore on VIP gallery, 1 crore on toilets

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The minimuer application. than 21 years andting policy of the state govern 5485 / 943509 uld not be less put tact: 897442 diploma in com imum age of a candidate sho limit will be governed by exis sounds, which hit potential ForMinister information con age by the head 2. The min Health and Sd/- for on of the upper licants. ate duly signed xati tific rela Cer he on” T . / 9612973589 ecti on 31.01.2014 physically Handicapped app uired to furnish “No Obj notiare req prey nearby, sending an Family Welfare, Government as employees and GovernmenP t employeesLongon icy of the state 3. Serving name and official seal. shall be as pr the existing pol with ed to the Dird Tribes ress add echo back to the bat. From today informed of department ation of seats of backwa and thatn paper dulyan licant signed by the app 4. Reserv artment. R Dep mitted in plai the following documents:fied by the P&A licaCrores this echo, the bat can de- amount Rs 189 tions may be sub ied by has 5. The App & Commerce, and accompan mark sheet. h ies wit aduate rector of Industr Cardsin mence from the 2016-17 of HSLC/P.U/Gr fine where the prey is and been submitted • Admit ate the petDeent Authority. tific • Birth Cer ous Certificate issued by Com session, subject to release Report (DPR) Indigen ST/ attack it. “A bat is capable tailedFoProject 14 • 20 of r batch AGE INCOME • Computer CerntificCardate.of the employment exchange. ed in the office shall be receivfunds atio atograpmedifrom the Governlicationsof for receiving LIFICATION • Registrof - TO of adjusting its attack un- for construction rd pho hs. summarily rejected. The app A.M to 2: P.M. The last date tions should swo VACANCY QUA pas W 26 RS.5000/ nt BELO 10: applica • 2 rece applications shall be 10 TO 20500/- PER ce hours from cified date. The ily rejected.of India. 59 Incomplete ies & Commerce, during offi be received after the spement Kohima. TE OR YEARS in 6. mar DUA TH sum GRA be MON LE ll ustr til it is approximately 100 cal college will FEMA it sha s ch of Ind MALE / the Directorate ll be 24-04-2014.No application of the applicant without whi EQUIVALENT He also informed that Replying to ber and Address applications sha ofa Contact Numquesmilliseconds away from oKire) contain details T -(Er.Thekrunietu & Commerce AC Sd/deep NT CO S L I a bore well would be TA tioned raised in the NLA DE R ate of Industries FO ctor Dire its prey,” explained Signe ’S HILL KOHIMA the Health constructed to address the Brinklov from department sessionOFFICERtoday, 7159 registra- immediate needs of wa974998178 / 986266that Phone No.:8said of biology, University of Minister tion of the said medical col- ter for the medical college. Southern Denmark. lege has been applied to the “Later there will be converBats are capable of gath- Medical Council of India. gence programmes with ering information from the The Minister then in- departments like PHED environment and process formed that while the DPR and Power”, he added. it surprisingly fast in order has been submitted to the Longon added that the toto determine how to carry Government of India and tal area acquired for the out the attack or maybe call the Medical Council of In- medical college stands at it off, said the study that ap- dia, till date no money has 135.9054 acres, belonging peared in the journal PNAS. been received. No work or- to P. Khel Kohima village. Supplementing this, The team studied hunting der has been issued in this Nagaland state Chief Minregard, he added. He howbats both in the laboratory and in nature and offered ever said that the medical ister said that an amount of Rs 16 Crore plus will be prey to the bats. When the college is expected to combats started their hunt for the prey, the researchers removed it and observed how the bats reacted. The sound emitted from the bats was observed and filmed how and when the bats responded to the disappearance DIMAPUR, MARCH 19 This facility should be used of the prey. As the bats ap- (MExN): Lok Sabha MP for all flights, Rio stated. proached their prey, they and former Chief Minister, Another important iswere continually able to ad- Neiphiu Rio today high- sue raised by Rio was the just their attack and maybe lighted the problem of poor problem of a no fly zone call off the hunt entirely if air services in Nagaland in the flight route to Diwe took away the prey. The and air connectivity in the mapur. He said that due bats’ ability to make quick North East region. to this problem, flights to decisions is a result of evoTaking up the issue at and from Dimapur have to lution, Brinklov concluded. Zero Hour during the on- take a longer route which going union Budget Ses- was having an impact on sion, Rio said that Dima- the services, especially pur has had an operational the high fares. Rio urged airport since 1972 and yet the Air Headquarters of there are only five flights the Defense Ministry to operating in the airport. urgently give clearance on NEw DELHI, MARCH He regretted 19 (IANS): India is mak- that even these • Defense Ministry urged ing efforts to monitor and five flights have to lift ‘no fly zone’ for study earthquake pre-cur- to be shared Dimapur route sory phenomena in criti- with Dibrugarh cal seismotectonic regions, in Assam. • Questions why night In Novemthe Rajya Sabha was inlanding facility in Dimapur formed on Thursday. Min- ber 2013 a flight airport is not used for ister of State for Science and was introduced Technology and Earth Sci- on Mondays but commercial flights ences Y. S. Chowdary said it has been disthe government initiated a continued. Air India is the the no fly zone for the Diprogramme ‘Seismicity & only airline operating in mapur route. Rio also highlighted Earthquake Precursor’ to Dimapur and therefore the understand the earth- civil aviation ministry must that there is very poor inquake generation process, ensure that private airlines ter-connectivity within the and better identify possible also extend their service north eastern region and earthquake signs, based on to Dimapur as part of their called upon the centre to which useful predictions social responsibility in the ensure that air connectivity within the region and could be made. In a written difficult areas, he said. He also brought to the in between the states is imreply to the house, Chowdary said the programme, notice of the Central gov- proved with more and betinitiated by his ministry ernment that the night ter service. He further called for through a multi-institu- landing facility that is intional and multi-disciplin- stalled in Dimapur was not daily services from Dimaary mechanism, would being utilized till now. He pur to Delhi via either Kolhelp adopt an integrated informed that this facility kata or Guwahati and vice approach of generation, as- was used during the visit of versa. The MP said that the similation and analyses of a Prime Minister Narendra Dimapur Airport urgently variety of earthquake signs Modi but the AAI is not us- needs to be upgraded and ing it for commercial flights. improved. in advance.

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paid as land compensation once the MoU is signed between the land owners and the government. MLA Imkong L Imchen also informed that the World Bank has come forward for preparing the DPR free of cost and that the general infrastructure has already been put in place. He felt the urgent need for payment of land compensation to the land owners and requested the CM, who is also leader of the house, for special dispensation in this regard. CLP leader, Tokheho Yepthomi meanwhile viewed that land must be acquired by the government without any conditions to avoid future ramifications. MLA, Kuzholuzo Nienu also stated that acquiring of land should be in the form of outright purchase.

Construction cost of the cricket stadium at Sovima, Dimapur which rose meteorically from an initial 10.33 crores to 74. 83 crores on total expenditure dominated the discussion on the last day of the 8th session of the 12th Nagaland Legislative Assembly here at Kohima on Thursday. Congress Legislature Party (CLP) leader Tokheho Yepthomi, in his starred question queried as to how the initial cost of the construction of the cricket stadium was revised from 8.29 crore to 74.83 crore. The Congress MLA also wanted to know the additional items added to the cricket ground construction and how much amount of money was paid to the contractors. Yepthomi reminded that this was the third time in seven years he had asked the department to come up with details on how the cricket stadium was constructed, albeit without any proper response till date. In response, Chief Minister TR Zeliang revealed that the initial expenditure was 10.33 crores. However due to inclusion of 13 additional components the construction cost has to be increased to 74.83 crores, Zeliang said. Providing further details on the components, the chief minister dis-

Assembly passes vote-on-account Morung Express News Kohima | March 19

Nagaland assembly today passed the vote-on-account of 3868.16 crore to defray expenses of the state government for the first four months of 2015-16. The vote-on-account for 82 government departments to defray the expenses from April 1 to July 31, 2015 was passed by voice vote. Putting to vote, speaker Chotisuh Sazo stated that since the vote-on-account only relates to the first quarter of 2015-16, the members would have ample opportunity to discuss it during the presentation of the full budget slated to be held on July. Chief Minister T R Zeliang, while presenting the interim budget on Tuesday, had said that full budget has not been closed that 99 lakhs were spent on the digital scoreboard, 85 lakhs for the generator while another exorbitant amount of 33 crore was spent for the VIP gallery and nearly 1 crore for toilets. Moreover, the total amount paid to the contractors amounted to 8.29 crores, Zeliang said. Stressing on the ridiculous amount spent on just one stadium, Tokheho noted that instead of constructing VIP gallery with Rs 33 crores, it could have been diverted to doing something more useful. Urging the chief minister to constitute an ‘Inquiry Committee’ to thoroughly investigate into the

favored due to non-finalisation of the state’s plan with the Centre as the state was going through a transitional period from Planning Commission to NITI Aayog and 13th to 14th finance commission. On the financial situation, he said the state accumulated a deficit of 1234.45 crore by March 31 2014, which is estimated to be 1252.85 crore by end of this month. As per current estimates, the total receipts for the year 2015-16 has been placed at 11754.29 crore and the total expenditure at 11578.91 crore reflecting a positive balance of 175.38 crore in the consolidated fund of the state, he had said. The Speaker Sazo adjourned the house sine die after announcing constitution of various financial and non-financial committees and panel of chairmen for 2015-16.

unprecedented escalation of the cost so that certain corrective measures are taken for future guidelines, Tokheho further questioned as to why such huge investment should be made towards the construction of the cricket ground which was not even a popular game in Nagaland and while other sports infrastructures in Dimapur or other districts remained in pathetic conditions. Another MLA from the Congress, C Apok Jamir rued that so much investment had to be given for a single sports which was also a very new for the Nagas as compared to other sports. Taking into consid-

eration the weak economy of the state, Jamir viewed that there should be equitable distribution and according to what is required. He said the expenditure incurred for the cricket stadium showed a glaring picture of imbalance in the system. The chief minister, while replying to Yepthomi, assured that he would direct the department to check on the details of the construction and report to the matter back to the government. And if there was any discrepancy, the government would consider institution of ‘Inquiry Committee’ to look into the construction of the stadium, he added.

Cabinet recommends CBI probe on March 5 violence Morung Express News Dimapur | March 19

The State Cabinet has decided to hand over the March 5 Dimapur lynching case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). This was decided in an emergency meeting held on March 18 at the residential office of Chief Minister TR Zeliang. Considering the widespread attention invited by the incident nationally and internationally, and demands made by several organizations to hand over the case to CBI, and also due to involvement of large number of people in the incident, the cabinet at the meeting decided to recommend CBI to probe into the case. Syed Farid Khan, who was in judicial custody, was lynched by a mob after he was dragged out from the Central Jail, Dimapur.

Nagaland police, however, is yet to receive any official correspondence on the transfer of the case to the CBI. The handing over of the case to the CBI is believed to be a “good thing” by certain quarters. Such an independent inquiry will bring in a

investigation,’ explained knowledgeable sources, the March 5 case seems to have classified in the eyes of the Nagaland State’s cabinet as a rare and high profile criminal case. A CBI inquiry can only be brought in when the State government approves of the same. This is

CBI to look only into the criminal aspects of the case

fresh set of investigators from outside the State that might free the investigation from unwanted pressures that operate in the local context. The CBI in India generally investigates corruption cases, but of late it has been deputed to investigate ‘high profile’ criminal cases. Though a CBI investigation does not necessarily mean ‘speedy

NBCC condemns attack on minorities DIMAPUR, MARCH 19 (MExN): Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) today condemned the continued threats meted out to Christians and other minorities in India, who are being increasingly targeted by fundamental extremists in the country. Expressing deep anguish and concern over attacks which include physical and sexual assaults, brutal murders and desecration of places of worships and graveyards, NBCC general secretary Rev Dr Zelhou Keyho in a press note called for immediate action and bring to book the perpetrators and maintain peace and harmony. It also expressed shock at the recent attack on churches by suicide bombers in Lahore, Pakistan where many were killed and injured. It urged upon the government in Pakistan to protect and respect the rights of all citizens, regardless of ethnicity, gender, or religion. The Council also called upon religious groups and political parties to desist from making any derogatory remarks or irresponsible statements which hurts the sentiments of minorities. This will only weaken the secular fabric of the country by creating an atmosphere of animosity among other faiths and communities, it stated.

one of the few cases in Nagaland that have ever been forwarded to the CBI, the others being corruption cases. The March 5 incident is said to have put the State Government, NGOs, students, the State administration and even the judiciary under “tremendous pressure,” which might explain the cabinet decision for the CBI inquiry.

The judicial inquiry instated by the Government of Nagaland will, however, continue and take its own course as the two are designated to investigate separate aspects of the case. While the judicial inquiry will look into the causes and circumstances leading to the violent events on March 5, as well as lapses on part of public authority and how to avoid such incidents in the future, the CBI will look only into the criminal aspect of the case. Till now, the Nagaland police have arrested 58 people including 2 juveniles while photos of 34 other suspects involved in the incident have been released. The photos were collected from clippings of the lynching incident obtained from various sources, the police said. At least 49 out of the 58 have been forwarded to judicial custody. Of these, a few have reportedly obtained bail, details of which are awaited.

Another MLA leaves Noke’s camp Morung Express News Dimapur | March 19

The NPF group led by Noke Wangnao and Kaito became one-man less after one of its supporters- MLA Shetoyi turned his allegiance to Dr Shürhozelie Liezietsu and TR Zeliang’s group on Thursday. Sources from both the NPF party have confirmed the report. Shetoyi, an MLA from Suruhoto Assembly Constituency is the third legislature who has shifted loyalty after Deo Nukhu and Dr Bengjongliba left Noke’s camp to join Dr Shürhoze-

lie’s group. According to sources, Shetoyi disappeared right after he reached Dimapur from Kohima after attending the 8th session of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Following this latest turn of event, the number strength of Dr Shürhozelie’s groups now stands at 19, if Assembly Speaker Chotisuh Sazo is also included. At Noke’s camp, there are 21 members now including Nagaland MPs Neiphiu Rio and Khekiho Zhimmomi. Since January 5, the NPF party has been divided into two groups on the issue of

leadership and rights to the party symbol. On February 5, TR Zeliang won a trial of strength in a motion of confidence with 59 MLAs in the 60-member house voting in his favour at the one day special session. The Election Commission of India (ECI), to whom the case was referred to, held the final hearing on March 13 in Delhi. Following which, the ECI fixed March 20 as the latest date for legal representatives of the two parties to submit their argument in written form. The verdict is being awaited.

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Illegal adoption main cause for trafficking: SARA

Kohima, march 19 (mExN): Over the years Nagaland has become a source and destination for crime against children particularly trafficking of Children. Research and studies conducted by State Adoption Resource Agency (SARA), Social Welfare Department Kohima in Nagaland has proved that one of the main causes for trafficking is due to Illegal adoption taking place rampantly in Nagaland. SARA Programme Manager Renchumi Imti disclosed in a press release

that some of the main factors are due to the prevalence of illegal or informal custody of children in the guise of direct adoption from institutions, hospitals, nursing homes, which are not recognized for placing children in adoption. Therefore, there is the need to sensitize the public as well as the stakeholders, the doctors and medical staffs in order to prevent this crime against the child in need of care and protection and promote the best interest of the child. In this regard, the SARA

organized one-day training on the guidelines governing the adoption of children and CARINGS on March 19 at the Child Welfare Committee-CWC Office, Officers Hill Kohima. The training was conducted for Kohima and Dimapur districts stakeholders. Z. Nyusietho Nyuthe, Director State Child Protection Society gave the keynote address where He encouraged all the participants to be more accountable and transparent in their duty since working with children in need of care and protec-

Training on guidelines governing adoption of children and CARINGS

tion is a sensitive issue as well as a humanitarian work. The programme was conducted with a view to train all the stakeholders concerned with Children who are in need of Care and Protection. The participants included the Child Welfare Committee (CWC), District Child Pro-

tection Unit (DCPU), Specialized Adoption Agency (SAAs) and State Child Protection Society (SCPS). The topic on Step by Step Guide to Legal Adoption and the Role of CWC was taken up by Neinguvotuo Krose, Legal cum Probation Officer Wokha DCPU where he spoke about Legal Adop-

tion of a Child in need of Care and Protection from the time of his admission to the institution till the completion of Adoption. The topic on the Role of District Child Protection Unit was taken up by Renchumi Imti Programme Manager, SARA where she talked about the DCPUs role in Adoption and the importance of creating Linkages between Child Care Institutions and the Adoption Agencies. N.T Kikon Director, Wondang-Ki Charitable Foundation and Orphanage Centre

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In this image, the top part of an electric pole is seen dangling and in danger of falling down anytime, putting passer-bys at risk. This electric pole is located in a road between Nepali Kashiram and Signal Angami, Dimapur. The laxity of appropriate authorities in removing or repairing damaged electric pole is posing a threat to the safety of the people commuting on this road.

NEw DElhi, march 19 (mExN): Naga Scholars’ Association (NSA) and The Hao Research Initiative (THRI) is orgnising an international conference on “Rethinking the Nagas in the Contemporary” on March 20 and 21 at Convention Centre Auditorium, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. The Conference is organised at the backdrop of the current scenario of the Naga society marred by socio-cultural anxiety and uncertain political future, stated Yaronsho Ngalung, Co-convener, Organising Committee in a press release. The key speakers include Paul pimomo, Washington Central University; Dolly Kikon, Stockholm University; Visier Sanyu, President, Naga Overseas Association; Gam Shimray, Indigenous Knowledge and People, Chiangmai; Felix Padel, Anthropologist, London; N. Venuh, Na-

galand University; Xavier P. Mao, North East Hill University Subhir Bhaumik, Centre for Studies in International Relations & Development (CSIRD); Chuba Ozukum, President, Naga Hoho; Chingmak Chang, President, Eastern Nagaland People's Organisation; Gaidon Kamei, President, United Naga Council; Abeia Meru, President, Naga Mother Association. The Organisers stated that the present quagmire is spawned by series of contemporary institutional and structural forces, which require comprehensive deliberation by scholars and policy experts. The case of the Nagas is not an isolated issue from the globalisedstate politics around the world. From the precipitating geo-political boundaries and market structure characterised by the resultant dichotomy of minority nationalities, the world has become a scripted drama of

DMC undertakes drainage cleaning

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Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) is undertaking a major drainage cleaning and construction of footpaths on both sides of the road at MP Road starting from Durga Mandir intersection towards Bata Charali. Footpaths are being constructed by placing concrete slabs over the drains. However, the presence of several pipes belonging to PWD and BSNL in the middle of drains on both sides of the road at Durga Mandi intersection is blocking free flow of sewage and also obstructing sanitation works. In this regard, DMC Administrator, H. Atokhe Aye on Thursday made a fervent appeal to both the authorities to look into the matter in order to enable the Council to carry out its works. Clearance of drainage and construction of footpaths is part of DMC’s 2nd phase of developmental DMC officials led by its Administrator, H. Atokhe Aye assist in drainage clearance at MP Road on Thursday. (Morung Photo) activities in Dimapur.

Workshop for WATSAN committee held

moKoKchuNg, march 19 (Dipr): “In commemoration of National Rural drinking Water and Sanitation Awareness Week” (16-22 March 2015) a one day workshop for WATSAN committee under Mokokchung Divi-

sion which was organized by PHED, Mokokchung Division and sponsored by Water & Sanitation Support Organization (W.S.S.O) was held at Longkumer Kilem, Mokokchung on March 18. During the workshop, E.E.PHED, Mokokc-

hung Division, Er. N.Yanger Pongen discussed in detail the powers and functions of WATSAN committee. The workshop was attended by Chairman and Secretaries from 50 different villages under Mokokchung Division.

the powerful nations. The annexation and Christianisation of major Naga inhibited areas by British and Americans in the last quarter of the 19th century was followed by involuntary occupation of the Naga areas by the newly formed nation states of India and Myanmar in the first half of 20th century. Subsequently, the Nagas were segregated by drawing international and state boundaries through the Naga geographical area. It resulted in the administrative segregation of Nagas and construction of Nagas into ‘India Nagas’ and ‘Burma Nagas’. Therefore, in the absence of wholesome political authority for the Nagas, they are left wanting of definite system of their own to define themselves, adjudicate on their own, mobilise their social capital and political resources. Devoid of their political authority, protected social sanctions,

codified justice system, independent economic treasury, and regulated single education system, the Nagas continue to live in a muddled ethos and system. Since the first quarter of 20th century, especially after formation of Naga Club, the Nagas have been consistently engaged in sociopolitical, economic and intellectual movements to safeguard their heritage, natural and mineral resources, and to ensure their right to live together under one political administration. However, all these processes are yet to bear any agreeable solution. The Conference aims at re-emphasising the Naga identity and their rights in relation to indigenous peoples’ rights and minority nationality movement within the context of globalising world, while delineating for plausible political and institutional solution at the earliest.

Court directives on appointment of Asst Mechanical Engineer

Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The Association of Mechanical Engineers, Nagaland has filed a writ petition before the Gauhati High Court Kohima bench for implementation of Nagaland Engineering Service Rule 2012 while appointing or recruiting to the post of Assistant Mechanical Engineers. The post is filled up 60% through direct recruitment of the Nagaland Public Service Commission and 40% by promotion from amongst the serving Junior Engineers. The write petition was heard by the High Court on March 18, 2015 and it has issued notice to the re-

spondents. In the interim, the High Court has directed that the state authorities should not fill up the vacant post of Assistant Mechanical Engineers in violation of the Nagaland Engineering Service Rule 2012 and posted the petition for further hearing after the returnable date. While stating this in a press release, Association of Mechanical Engineers, Nagaland president Alemtoshi Imsong and general secretary Kavitoli added that, “the state authorities have filled up the post of Assistant Mechanical Engineers in violation of the rules from 2003 to 2013.”

PHED Dhansiripar joins nationwide campaign

a.m. Union Minister of State for Drinking Water & Sanitation, Government of India, Ram Kripal Yadav will be the guest of honour. The closing ceremony will be chaired by Chief Secretary, Pankaj Kumar, IAS while Chief Minister of Nagaland, TR Zeliang

will deliver the welcome address. Highlights of the programme will include Sanitation Song by Ameü Usou Zao & the Choir, distribution of awards, skit on ‘Water & Sanitation’ by Dreamz Unlimited and presentation of folk songs Staffs of PHED Dhansiripar sub division and members of WATSAN committee from 34 vilby Kohima village. lages participate in the rally held on March 19.

‘80% of diseases is waterborne’

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moN, mar ch 19 (Dipr): In connection with Sanitation Awareness Week, a workshop on National Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation was held at council hall, Mon on March 18 with Dr. Ngampa Medical Officer, Mon Civil Hospital and Er. Toshi Yimchunger SDO (PHED), Tobu as the resource persons. Speaking on the topic ‘Water and sanitation related diseases and prevention’, Dr. Ngampa informed the participating WATSAN committees of the villages that more than

80% of diseases are waterborne and advised them to keep their surroundings neat and clean by adopting safe drinking water, proper drainage and toilet system to avoid water related diseases. Asserting that water is one of the most essential parts of the living organism, he called upon the gathering for conservation of forest and to adopt plantation drive at their respective areas and cited, “No trees No water, No Water No life”. He said we should not be scared of diseases but rather we should be

scared of contaminated water and at the same time we should fear for scarcity of water. He appealed to the people to propagate the importance of the workshop to the public back in their respective community and villages. Er. Toshi Yimchunger, SDO (PHED) Tobu spoke on the topic “Water and Sanitation for all”, while the Executive Engineer (PHED), Mon Er. L. Leyang Khiamniungan delivered the keynote address of the workshop. Medoseto Kiso, IEC Consultant chaired the program.

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success with active participants from the CWC, SAAs and DCPU. The hands on training gave the stakeholders an opportunity to interacting affectively sharing their views as well as their challenges in implementing the rules and laws relating to legal Adoption. The stakeholders also concluded that since all of them are working for the common goal that is the best Interest of a child, they would cooperate and work together for the better and effective implementation of the legal adoption process in the state.

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DMC informs GBs and Council chairman Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): In view of the weeklong awareness campaign on ‘National Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation’ from March 16 to 22, all the GBs and Council chairman are requested to organise cleanliness drive in their respective areas and colonies as appealed by the PHED Dimapur division. This was informed in a press release issued by DMC administrator H Atoke Aye.

Home Revival in Kiphire from March 27-29 KiphirE, march 19 (mExN): The Kiphire Town Sangtam Baptist Church is organizing “Home Revival” under the theme “The Power of renewal” from March 27–29 with Rev. C. Lima, Executive Secretary USBLA, Yangli mission centre as main speaker. Pastor of Sangtam Baptist Church Kiphire Town S. Chopongkyu and Prayer Warriors of KTBL will be the Camp Director and Counsellors respectively, informed a press release, which added 35 prayer groups have been divided for a week long home visitation that started on March 16. Bible study programme will commence from March 22 evening and end March 26. All the believers have been requested to come, attend and be blessed.

KSSU seminar on March 21 Kohima, march 19 (mExN): The Kohima Sumi Students' Union (KSSU) will be conducting a seminar on March 21 under the theme 'Self-Reliant and Capacity Building' to be presented by YouthNet and will include registration by 'Pinnacle skills' fo training to various courses (job placement) for the dropouts and unemployed. The seminar will be held at the Nagaland Christian Revival Church (Sumi) opposite Phom Baptist Church, Church Road Kohima.

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LPG consumers reminded on PAHAL Scheme Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): As per the DBTL (PAHAL) scheme, all LPG consumers are required to link their bank account with their respective agencies before March 31 in order to avail subsidy. Due to the prevailing two rates, subsidised and non-subsidised rates at various agencies, the consumers are required to bear the inconvenience till March 31. DC Dimapur Kesonyu Yhome, IAS in a press release has further informed that those consumers who have not linked or do not have ban account are directed to open and link their bank detail as soon as possible to their respective agencies.

Medical camp held in disputed area belt

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Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): 11 Assam Rifles under the aegis of Headquarters 5 Sector Assam Rifles conducted a medical camp on March 9 at Liphanyan and Rajapukhuri (Refugee camp) villages of Disputed Area Belt as part of Op- Sadbhavna Project 2014-15. The Medical Team provided medical checkup and medicines to the people of the remote villages, according to a press release. A total of 160 villagers including 36 men, 107 women and 17 children benefited from the initiative. Apart from providing medical assistance, basic health education including precaution from common diseases like malaria was imparted and importance of hygiene and sanitation was explained to the villagers, the release added.

Medziphema Town ward-6 meeting

Union Minister to grace closing ceremony

Kohima, march 19 (Dipr): Union Minister for Drinking Water & Sanitation, Government of India, Birender Singh will grace the closing ceremony for the National Rural Drinking Water & Awareness Week on March 22 at the NBCC Convention Centre, Kohima at 12:20

was the resource person speaking on behalf of the NGO and the SAA. He spoke on the role of Specialized Adoption Agency where he trained the participants step by step procedures on the role of SAA in legal Adoption and the role of Agencies towards the Prospective Adoptive Parents. Kekuolhuno Nakhro Programme Officer, SARA gave the overview on CARINGS, which is an online portal for ‘Child Adoption Resource Information and Guidance.’ The training was a grand

Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The ‘National Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation Awareness Week’, as part of nationwide campaign, was observed at Dhansiripar. PHED Dhansiripar sub division conducted a workshop on March 18, which recorded participation of WATSAN committee members from 34 villages. On March 19, a sanitation drive was undertaken where the Traditional Ring Well and Iron Removal Plant was cleaned. During the formal function, Er Sentimeren, JE delivered a short speech on water and sanitation, Er Lipok, JE conducted demonstration on the use of Water Testing Kits and Er

Bendang, JE delivered the vote of thanks. Later, a rally was held with the aim to sensitised on safe and clean water, sanitation and hygiene. Meanwhile, message on National Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation Awareness Week 2015 contributed by Water & Sanitation Support Organisation (WSSO) PHED Nagaland, stated that the PHE department has set up Water Testing laboratories in all the eleven districts of the State. Everyone can avail the opportunity to test water from the laboratories where experts like the PHED officials and chemist are available to extent their service. It stated that in social de-

velopment, “lack of toilets affects people's dignity, privacy, status and safety. Health is definitely one of the things that we take for granted until we lose it.” It also disclosed that 80% of the diseases in the Developing Nations are due to water borne and excreta related diseases like Diarrhoea, Cholera, Typhoid, and Hepatitis A (Jaundice), and worm infections and due to unhygienic living conditions like Malaria, Filaria, and Dengue etc. The WSSO PHED Nagaland in the message highlighted the danger of unhealthy surroundings, unhygienic condition such as open defection, stagnation of water

Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): A council meeting of ward-6 council of Medziphema Town will he held on March 27. Meanwhile, a general meeting will be held on March 28 at 3:00 pm in the treasurer’s residence. All households have been informed to send one representative to attend the meeting without fail. The Chairman has informed in a press release that absentees will be charged with a fine of Rs. 500.

PPP mode prog at Aliba village aliba, march 19 (mExN): With the implementation of Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode programme at Aliba village under Mokokchung district, nineteen fishponds covering a total water area of 4.0 hectares were developed in a compact area by the Department of Fisheries. The department has also taken up more programmes under similar approach in Phek and Kohima districts on a mission mode. The programme was formerly launched by Kevisa Kense, Addl. Director of Fisheries on March 14 at Aliba village under Mokokchung district.

Seminar with sex workers held Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): As a follow up programme of the seminar with commercial sex workers, organised by Bible Society of India, Dimapur Auxiliary in partnership with Akimbo Society Dimapur, a seminar was held on February 19 at Book Mark Conference Hall Dimapur. Altogether 69 sex workers participated in the seminar. Rev. Dr. ZK Rochill, Sr. Auxiliary Secretary shared the word of God; Clara Sümi, Director, Akimbo Society gave details on the projects undertaken for the neglected women who are involved in commercial sex work. Dr. Leela Director (RM & CR) BSI and Bruce Miller, UBS staffs also participated in the seminar sharing how precious our life is, stated a press release issued by BSI.

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REgional 3 700 MW power to be generated Special drive to clean up voters' list in Tripura in Meghalaya in next 10-years Friday

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Manipur to get rail link by 2016

IMPHaL, MarcH 19 (aNI): Indian Railway officials have confirmed that Manipur will be to the rest of the country via rail buy 2016. "It's a tough target, but our plan is to take the first engine up to Tupul by March 2016" said Northeastern Frontier Railway (NFR) general manager, Rajesh Kumar Singh, after inaugurating a tunnel. Singh said the project from Jiribam to Tupul was taking time due to the inhospitable terrain. "This tunnel has been completed just now. And the total number of tunnels from Jiribam to Tupul is 34, totalling a length of 39 km. So far, we have completed close to 20 km and only 9 km are left," he said.

12-yr girl rescued by Arunachal orgs ITaNaGar MarcH 19 (PTI): A 12-year-old girl from Kurung Kumey district in Arunachal Pradesh, was rescued from Chandigarh with the help of Child Helpline, Itanagar and Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union Chandigarh (APSCU), Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Women (APSCW) Yame Higio said today. Higio said the girl, a victim of child marriage, was rescued on Sunday last. The girl, married off to a 30 plus man hailing from Kurung Kumey district, is now in safe custody of the APSCW, she said. The commission has expressed its gratitude to the Child Helpline Itanagar and APSCU and Chandigarh authorities for their help.

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SHILLONG, MarcH 19 (PTI): Meghalaya Power Minister Clement Marak today said the state government has projected to generate over 700 MW of power in the next ten years to meet the energy requirements of the state. "The total availability of power in the state by 2023-24 is projected at 723 MW," Marak told the Assembly. "This was projected in view of the growth of demand for power which is at 8 per cent during the last 10 years," he said while replying to motion moved by National Peoples' Party legislator James K Sangma on the poor functioning of the power department. The state's own generation will be at 462 MW from the Leshka stage II power project and 260.93 MW will be availed as the Central share, he said. According to Power Minister, in 2014-15, the availabil-

ity of power in the state is only 253 MW of which 159 MW is Central share while state's own generation is only 94 MW in term of capacity from additional projects. However, the state is expecting to get 306 MW of power from four power projects during the current year 2015-16, out of which 95 MW is the state's own generation and 210.93 MW as central share, he said. The four power projects include Pallatana GPP Unit II, Bongaigaon TPP, AGTPP combine cycle and Lakroh SHP. Projecting an increase of power supply to the state, the Minister said 356 MW is projected to be available in 2016-17 and this would increase considerably every year. By 2020-2021, power availability is projected at 489 MW and 611 MW from 2021 to 2023, he said. Stating that power demand in the state has in-

20-years Perspective Infrastructure Development Plan for Assam GuwaHaTI, MarcH 19 (PTI): Assam government's Planning and Development Department (PND) has prepared a 20-year Perspective Infrastructure Development Plan for infrastructural development of the state . Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi discussed the PND's comprehensive infrastructure development plan at a meeting here today where he asked the concerned departments and line departments to make a feasibility study of 200 proposed projects and submit reports to him. The PND will be the nodal department and Chief Secretary Jitesh Khosla suggested creation of 8 to 10 sub groups to make an in-depth study of the proposed projects, an official release said. The PIDP comprises 4 core sectors-

roads and Inland Water Transport, Urban Development, Industry and Power. Effective and efficient execution of the physical, policy level and institutional interventions in the different sectors will lead to development of multi-modal transport corridors, development of urban nodes and industrial growth centres along these transport corridors and augmentation of power infrastructure. Around Rs 3,60,000 crs of investment was estimated to develop the envisaged infrastructure and the major part of this will be met through multilateral funding and private investments. The meeting was attended by PWD minister Ajanta Neog, Additional Chief Secretaries and departmental heads.

creased rapidly Marak said, "This has put a tremendous strain on the resources such as manpower, money and material of the corporations." Spelling out the future plans, the power minister said, the Unit-I of the New Umtru HEP in Ri Bhoi will be completed in March 2016 and Unit-II by June 2016 (20MW each) adding the annual generation is anticipated to be 193.0 million unit. Similarly, the Lakroh Mini HEP in Jaintia Hills District which generating capacity is 1.5 MW is expected to be completed by December this year. From this, we expect to generate 11.0 million units, he said. He further informed that Ganol Hydro Electric Project is expected to be completed in February 2018 adding the installed capacity of the project is 22.5 MW with an annual energy generation of 67.0 million units.

aGarTaLa, MarcH 19 (IaNS): To ensure error-free voter-lists and eliminate duplication of names, the Election Commission has launched a nation-wide drive NERPAP which will continue till mid-August, an official said here on Thursday. "The 'Aadhaar' number and other contact detail seeding NERPAP (National Electoral Roll Purification and Authentication Programme) has been launched country-wide and it would continue till August 15," Tripura

Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Sanjay Kumar Rakesh told reporters. He said: "NERPAP was launched in most parts of the country on March 3. It would start in Tripura on April 1 through a door-to-door campaign. After completion of the programme, duplication of names of electors in the electoral list would be almost zero." According to Election Commission statistics, 85 million names on India's electoral rolls are either fake or duplicate. Rakesh said that under the Repre-

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sentation of People's Act, getting registered in the voters' list at more than one place is a punishable offence. "To make NERPAP successful, special camps once a month on a Sunday, door-todoor campaign and various other types of publicity would be conducted to make the people aware and to participate in the programme," he added. The booth-level officers would go to each household to distribute the form and to collect the information of the electors.

Mizoram govt presents Rs 3,277-cr interim Budget aIzawL, MarcH 19 (PTI): Mizoram Finance Minister Lalsawta today presented a Rs 3,277.22-crore interim Budget for the first four months of the 20152016 fiscal and Rs 2,154.90 crore supplementary demands for the current fiscal (2014-15). Lalsawta, in his budget speech, expressed the hope that he would be able to present a regular buget in the next session of the Assembly. He said that he was unable to present the regular budget this time as the Planning Commission which used to allocate plan fund for the states was

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abolished and replaced by the NITI Aayog which was also yet to make any plan allocation for Mizoram. "We were unsure of the functioning of the new plan panel for quite sometime barring us from preparing a regular budget at this time," he said, adding that India has also been at a transitional period between the 13th Finance Commission (FC) and the 14th FC and the recommendations of the 14th FC could be accessed only on February 24 last. He said that the regular budget would be prepared as soon as the state government gets a clearer picture on the functioning of the NITI

Aayog and after receiving detailed guidelines under the recommendations of the 14th FC. "Indications made by the recommendations of the 14th FC and the speeches of the Prime Minister that higher responsibilities and power would be vested in the state on financial matters," the Finance Minister said, adding that there would be higher need for mobilisation of additional resources and enforcement of more stringent economy and austerity measures. He did not make any fresh proposals for enhancement of tax rates and also did not propose any new taxes.

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a. ADMISSION FOR BACHELOR OF MUSIC: 1. Class XII passed with a minimum of 40% marks in any stream. 2. Result awaited students can apply for audition. 3. Music Theory and practical — Grade Three Level (Trinity or ABRSM) or equivalent. 4. Last date for submission of Audition Form: 15th April 2015. Eligible applicants only will be called for Entrance Test and Audition in the first week of May. 5. About Rs. 35,000/- excluding mess fee will be required from a student during the semester from July to December 2015. 6. Course content and Audition Form can be had from College Office — (www.patkaicollege.com) Email: mssm.pcc@gmail.com B. SITUATION VACANCY: Post: Assistant Professor | Department: Music | Qualification: Master's Degree Handwritten application attached with academic documents from matriculation must reach the undersigned on or before 15 April 2015. Applicant shortlisted for interview only will be called. Provide mobile no.

SHILLONG, MarcH 19 (IaNS): Justice Uma Nath Singh was on Thursday sworn in as chief justice of the Meghalaya High Court. Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi administered the oath of office to Justice Singh at Raj Bhavan. Chief Minister Mukul Sangma and Meghalaya Resource Mobilisation and Employment Generation Council chairperson Dikkanchi Shira were among those who attended the ceremony.

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PreSS releaSe North Eastern Regional Institute of Science & Technology (NERIST) Arunachal Pradesh, has reserved 1 (one) Seat for 3 (three) years Degree Module in Civil Engineering for in-service candidate as nominees of Nagaland for the year 2015-16. Only those candidate already in Government service and who have secured 60% or more marks in aggregate percentage in 3 years Diploma level in the relevant stream from an Institute which is approved by AICTE, are eligible. The candidate should not be more than 40 years (45 years incase of ST and PH and 43 years in case of OBC and women) as on 1st August 2015. Interested in-service candidate can apply for the Module through proper channel so as to reach the undersigned latest by 21st March, 2015. Relevant Educational documents must be submitted along with the application. No application shall be entertained after 21st March, 2015. (a. KaTHIPrI) Director

Venue : NBCC Convention Centre, Kohima.

: Shri. Pankaj Kumar, IAS, Chief Secretary, Nagaland.

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: Shri. Birender Singh, Union Minister for Drinking Water & Sanitation, GoI. 13:25 Hrs 13:30 Hrs Guest of Honour : Shri. Ram Kripal Yadav, 13:40 Hrs Union Minister of State for Drinking Water & Sanitation, GoI. 14:00 Hrs

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: Arrival at Assam Rifles Helipad, Kohima. Participants to be seated at the venue. : Arrival at the NBCC Convention Centre followed by tea and visit of Exhibition Stalls. : Introduction by the Chairperson. : Welcome address by Shri. T. R. Zeliang, Chief Minister of Nagaland. : Sanitation song by Ameü Üsou Zao & the Choir : Address by: 1. Shri. Satyabrata Sahu, IAS, Joint Secretary, Ministry of drinking Water & Sanitation, GoI. 2. Shri. Ram Kripal Yadav, Union Minister of State for drinking Water & Sanitation, GoI. : Folk Song by Kohima Village. : Distribution of awards by the Chief Guest. : Speech by the Chief Guest. : A skit on “Water & Sanitation” by Dreamz Unlimited. : Puppet Show by SRCC, New Delhi. : Vote of thanks by Smt. Anenla S. Longchari, IAS, Secretary, PHED, Nagaland.

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‘India to import Iraqi oil to fill strategic reserves’

‘Free Windows 10 upgrade’ to all Windows users WELLINGTON, March 19 (aNI): Microsoft has reportedly announced that it will offer a free upgrade to Windows 10 to everyone, both honest customers and pirates, when the operating system is released this summer. If you’re already using Windows 7 or 8, you’ll get a free upgrade, irrespective of whether you have paid for it or not, reported Stuff.co.nz. Microsoft has decided to not block pirates from receiving the upgrade as part of a move aimed at turning serial pirates into honest customers and educating users on the benefits that come with legitimate software like, easy updates and access with popular software suites like Office. A Microsoft spokesperson said that anyone with a qualified device can upgrade to Windows 10, including those with pirated copies of Windows. Terry Myerson, who runs Microsoft’s operating systems unit, made the announcement at a conference in Shenzhen, China, and indicated it was primarily designed to get legitimate software into that country. Recent studies had shown that three quarters of all PC software in China was unlicensed.

NEW DELhI, March 19 (rEuTErS): India is set to import 8 million barrels of Iraqi oil to fill its first strategic petroleum reserve (SPR), taking advantage of cheap prices and lending some support to a market suffering from oversupply. India’s SPR purchases could temporarily help offset the impact of an expected pause in China’s strategic stocks build and the start of spring maintenance at Asian refiners. India’s oil ministry on Tuesday instructed state refiners Indian Oil Corp (IOC.NS) and Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPCL.NS) to each seek two very large crude carriers (VLCC) of Basra oil for arrival in May-June, totalling 8 million barrels, two sources familiar with the matter said. The tenders are to be issued this month and plans call for the federal cabinet to approve issuing tenders at its meeting next week, said one of the sources, who declined to be identified. A committee of directors suggested Basra oil as it suits refiner-

Send money directly via Facebook Messenger soon NEW YOrk, March 19 (IaNS): Social networking site Facebook is soon going to add a new feature in its Messenger app that will help people send money directly to friends or members of the family. The new payment feature will initially be made available for users in the US, the firm announced in a blog post. To avail this feature, users will need to register debit cards to send or receive payments through Messenger. “We use secure systems that encrypt the connection between you and Facebook as well as your card information when you ask us to store it for you. We use layers of software and hardware protection that meet the highest industry standards,” the post read. After registering the debit card, users can tap a dollar icon while talking to a friend, enter the amount and send the money. “These payment systems are kept in a secured environment that is separate from other parts of the Facebook network and that receive additional monitoring and control. A team of anti-fraud specialists monitor for suspicious purchase activity to help keep accounts safe,” the blog post said. The new feature will initially be available for Android and iOS Messenger apps as well as the messaging section on Facebook. The Messenger app has 500 million monthly active users. Facebook’s other mobile messaging app WhatsApp has 700 million active users.

ies on India’s east coast, the source said, adding this will be a one-off purchase for the SPR as the stocks will be used only in case of supply disruptions. India’s finance ministry has provided 24 billion rupees (about $383 million) from revised budget estimates for the current fiscal year to fill the first SPR. “In Asia we are trading May cargoes and demand from India for Basra will tighten the prompt market and will make contango in the Asia and Dubai markets narrower,” said Ehsan Ul Haq, senior consultant at UK-based consultant KBC Energy Economics. Benchmark Brent futures have climbed off a six-year low hit in January but are still down more than 50 percent from last June at $53 per barrel. “It could weaken the price of Brentlinked crudes as traders were expecting India to buy sweet oil for its SPR. “On the other hand it would be good news for Iraq, which has been struggling to find buyers because of the deteriorating quality of Basra,”

MuMBaI, March 19 (rEuTErS): India is prepared to deal with the consequences of a U.S. Federal Reserve move towards an increase in interest rates, including heightened market volatility, Re- WaShINGTON, March 19 serve Bank of India Governor Ra- (aP): The Federal Reserve on ghuram Rajan said in comments re- Wednesday signalled the need to see further improvement in the ported on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters after a meet- job market and higher inflation ing with Finance Minister Arun Jaitley before it raised interest rates. The in New Delhi, Rajan said India’s for- Fed opened the door to a rate ineign exchange reserves were “com- crease later this year, saying it will fortable”, and the current account def- be “patient” in starting to raise its icit was under control, domestic news benchmark rate. The statement the Fed issued agency NewsRise reported. The U.S. after its latest policy meeting apFed is widely expected to give an indication that it could begin to tighten in- peared to catch investors by surterest rates, possibly as early as June. prise in suggesting that a rate increase might be further off than Its decision is due out at 1800 GMT. “There will be some volatility many had assumed. Stock prices in the market,” Rajan said in com- surged and bond yields fell in the ments quoted by NewsRise. As of minutes after the news. The Fed has kept its key shortend-February, India had built record high foreign exchange reserves term rate near zero since late 2008 to bolster the economy after a devof $338.1 billion. The rupee ended little changed astating financial crisis and receson Wednesday at 62.69/70 per dol- sion. In its statement, the Fed noted lar compared with its previous close that the economy, which it previof 62.70/71, ahead of the Fed’s pol- ously said was expanding solidly, icy outcome. India was among the has “moderated somewhat.” Since emerging markets slammed in 2013 December, the Fed had said it could when hints of an unexpected change be “patient” in beginning to raise its to U.S. monetary policy triggered a benchmark rate from near zero. “taper tantrum” in the markets. IMF Managing Director Christine Lagarde prepared for the impact of U.S. rate earlier this week warned that these hikes that could surprise in timing markets, including India, should be and pace.

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WaShINGTON, March 19 (IaNS): Internet giant Yahoo Inc. is withdrawing its remaining operations in China, laying off over 200 employees and shutting down its Beijing research centre, a media report said. The company said it informed employees of the job cuts on Wednesday, The Wall Street Journal reported. The Beijing office, Yahoo’s only physical presence in mainland China, was mostly made up of engineers and functioned as a research and development centre. “We will be consolidating certain functions into fewer offices, including to our headquarters in Sunnyvale, California,” Yahoo said. The layoffs are the latest in a series of cost-cutting measures by chief executive Marissa Mayer. Including the latest round, Yahoo has laid off nearly 900 employees since October 2014, mostly in offices outside the US. The layoffs in China represent about two percent of Yahoo’s global staff of 12,500. Job cuts in recent months have also affected workers in Bengaluru, India, and the company’s Canadian offices. Yahoo stopped offering services to users in China in 2013. That year, it told email users to transfer their accounts to Alimail, an email service offered by Yahoo’s close partner in the region, Alibaba Holding Group Ltd. The Chinese address for its home page, Yahoo.cn, redirects visitors to its Singapore site.

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Haq said. The world’s fourth biggest oil consumer, India last month built its first underground SPR in Andhra Pradesh with a capacity to hold 9.75 million barrels of oil. The Vizag facility has two compartments of 7.55 million barrels and 2.20 million barrels. The smaller compartment will be used by HPCL for its 166,000 barrel-per-day Vizag refinery. A total of three SPRs in the south will hold more than 36 million barrels of oil, enough to cover about 13 days’ supply for India in case of a supply disruption or extreme price volatility. The two other SPRs, at Padur and Mangalore in southern Karnataka state, will have a capacity of 29.3 million barrels and are expected to be ready by October. In addition to HPCL’s Vizag refinery, the IOC’s 150,000 bpd Haldia refinery and a 210,000 bpd refinery owned by Chennai Petroleum Corp. (CHPC.NS), a subsidiary of IOC, can process Basra oil.

Court wants 6 SpiceJet aircraft grounded NEW DELhI, March 19 (IaNS): The Delhi High Court on Thursday ordered the civil aviation regulator to de-register six aircraft of SpiceJet for non-payment of dues to some of its lessors -- an issue which the budget carrier said is being resolved. Justice Rajiv Shakdher also asked the Directorate General for Civil Aviation to decide in two weeks’ time a plea by two Irish firms to export the planes. The court’s directives came on the pleas of leading global aircraft lessors AWAS Ireland and Wilmington Trust SP Services (Dublin). The firms sought directions to de-register the aircraft leased by them to SpiceJet, on grounds of alleged non-payment of dues. “We are studying the order and if so advised, we will take the matter to higher judicial forum. Dialogues are on with the lessors and expecting to resolve the issue very soon,” a spokesperson for SpiceJet told IANS. The move comes even as co-founder Ajay Singh, now back at the airline’s helm, intervened and paid $10 million of the dues. The airline said the remaining amount was expected to be settled soon with the lessors of the Boeing B737 planes. The order to de-register the six planes comes at a time when the airline is trying to overcome its turbulent times since last year. In Singh’s second innings with the airline, he and his associates bought back the 53.5-percent stake in the airline that was sold to the Marans of Chennai, who own the Sun Group.

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NEW DELhI, March 19 (EcONOMIc TIMES): The civil aviation ministry, in an attempt to bring all airlines on board, has tightened the eligibility criteria norms for flying international routes by increasing the domestic flying credits (DFCs) eligibility to 300 DFC from the current 200. The rules also say that a new start-up domestic airline will not be allowed to operate international routes, which are less than 6 hours away with 300 DFCs, and will need to earn 600 DFCs to fly under six-hour routes. “We have tried to address the concerns of all airlines by changing some criteria here and there to fit everyone’s concern. We have decided to remove 5/20 eligibility clause for flying international and that will be replaced through these DFCs. A note for inter-ministerial consultation on the issue will be sent to the ministries. The airlines have been asked to respond with their query by March 31, 2015,” said a senior civil aviation ministry official, who did not wish to be identified.

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The joint secretary in charge of domestic transport G Ashok Kumar had called a meeting of airlines on Wednesday to discuss the proposal of replacing the 5/20 eligibility criteria norm. The meeting was attended by Vistara CEO Phee Teik Yeoh, SpiceJetBSE -3.74 % COO Sanjiv Kapoor, IndiGo’s Chief Commercial Officer Sanjay Kumar, airline executives and representatives for Federation of Indian Airlines and others. Sources present in the meeting said that the airline representatives did not talk against the proposal in the meeting, but did raise questions on the formula for calculation of DFCs. “We did not get enough time to analyse the new eligibility norms and the mechanism behind it. We have sought time till March 31, 2015, and will send in our views to the ministry by then. The formula is complex and implementation will be difficult,” said an airline source, who attended the meeting. According to the new proposal, airlines will have to accumulate DFCs by flying to DIMAPUR Civil Hospital:

more cities in India and will have the right to automatically fly overseas once the credits cross a certain threshold. These DFCs can be earned by flying to India’s top 20 cities and to smaller cities with airports. The ministry has also proposed a buyand-sell arrangement under which 25% of such DFCs can be bought from regional airlines or helicopter companies. Analysts have also opposed the proposal by the government and feel that the new norms will only complicate the regulations further. “The new eligibility criteria will significantly increase barriers to market access for the recently launched new Indian carriers... With the new rule, the gap in bilateral utilization between India and foreign airlines will continue to be significant...With the proposed rule I don’t see how India’s ambitious tourism targets can be achieved. ee a huge disconnect between India’s tourism mission and the air connectivity regime, given the regulatory challenges,” said Kapil Kaul, CEO of CAPA in India.

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Nagaland taxation check gates Our Correspondent Kohima | March 19

The finance department has set up taxation check gates at five strategic entry points - Zubza in Kohima district, Tsutapela and Tuli in Mokokchung district, Dillai and New Field gate in Dimapur - with a view to prevent evasion of tax. This was stated in the annual administrative report of finance department tabled on the floor of the House by Chief Minister TR. Zeliang, who also holds finance portfolio. The report also stated that these check gates monitor the movement of taxable goods both into and out of the state. The Value Added Tax (VAT) is considered a major improvement over the earlier sales tax system, the report maintianed. “The Goods and Service Tax (GST) will be further significant step towards a comprehensive indirect tax reform in the country,” the report stated adding that despite the success in the existing state VAT structure, it has certain short comings. For instance, even now several taxes which are in the nature of indirect tax on goods and services such as luxury tax, entertainment tax etc. are yet to be subsumed in the VAT. Moreover, in the present state level VAT, CEN-

VAT loaded in the goods remains included in the value of goods to be taxed under state VAT, thereby contributing to that extended to the cascading effect on account of CENVAT elements. Since any commodity in general, is produced on the basis of physical inputs as well as services, there should be integration of VAT on goods with tax on services at the state level as well, and at the same time there should also be removal of cascading effect of service tax, the report stated. Under GST regime, both the cascading effect of CENVAT and service tax will be removed as set off and a continuous chain of set-off from the original producers upto the retailers level is established. This will reduce the burden of all cascading effects. The report also stated that GST at the Central and at the state level will give relief to industry, trade, agriculture and consumers through a more comprehensive and wider coverage of input tax and service tax set off, subsuming several taxes in the GST and phasing out CST. With proper formulation and implementation of GST, there will also be revenue/resource gain for both the Centre and the states and in the process, stimulate voluntary tax compliance by all concerned.

were given for identification of priority households as per the laid-down criteria which was notified in all local dailies, he added. Replying to a supplementary questions raised by CLP Leader, Tokheho on the number of states implementing the NFSA 2013, and how food is to be transported to rural areas in various districts and who would be the beneficiaries, the Chief Minister TR Zeliang said that so far 9 out of 29 states in India have

Our Correspondent Kohima | March19

The department of economics & statistics in its publication of the government employee census 2012 shows a total number of 91,371 employees in Nagaland. It comprises 3818 class I gazette, 2557 class II gazette, 59899 class III and 27097 class IV. This was stated in the annual administrative report

of the department of economics & statistics tabled on the gloor of the House by parliamentary secretary for economics & statistics and CAWD , R. Tohanba. The report stated that the directorate of economics & statistics collects and compiles information on total number of government employees from every department in the state and publishes report on yearly basis. This is carried out to as-

Our Correspondent Kohima | March 19

The scheme for augmentation of water supply to the state capital Kohima is being taken up under 90: 10 funding under the Ministry of Urban development, Government of India. The project involves pumping of water from Zarii stream to reservoir at Kigwema village through two stages of pumping.This was stated in the annual administrative report of the Public

been implementing the Act. The cost of transportation of food to targeted groups was to be borne by the state government which is expected to be 10 crores a year. In this regard, the state government has already sent a proposal to the centre in the ratio of 75:25 between the Centre and state, he said. He replied beneficiaries are to be selected on the basis of BPL category. The CLP Leader also requested the state

the NNC also appealed to all the Naga citizens to “remember and celebrate our Republic Day in honour of our Naga Nation in particular. May our Naga people overcome all the wicked forces in the homeland and live victoriously.”

NST receives road safety award Our Correspondent Kohima | March 19:

Nagaland State Transport (NST) was awarded the Transport Minister’s Trophy and a cash award of Rs. 1.50 lakhs for having the State Road Transport Undertakings (STUs) lowest accident record of hill services under hill category for the year 2013-14. The award was given on the occasion of “Status of road safety and safe mobility initiatives in India” on January 15 this year at New Delhi. This was stated in the annual administrative re-

port of transport department tabled on the floor of the House by parliamentary secretary for transport & communication and IPR, P. Paiwang Konyak. The report stated that the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways; GoI has sanctioned a scheme “Introduction of Intelligent Transport System” in the state. Vehicle tracking devises have also been installed in the buses operating on long routes and night services to monitor location, movement, stoppage and speed of the buses, the report further informed.

The department has prescribed a maximum speed limit of the buses at 40 Kms for hill and 80 kms for plain sectors respectively. Alcohol detector/ breathe analyzer are used by the enforcement personnel to prevent intoxicant /alcohol abuse by the state and crews on duty. Meanwhile, the execution of the first phase works of Passenger Information System and Hand Held Ticketing Machine has been completed and release of the state matching share is awaited for further progress of the project execution.

Three people arrested for vehicle theft Kohima, march 19 (mExN): The Kohima police has arrested three people for ‘vehicle theft’ during an ongoing investigation that started with the interception of a vehicle by police personnel manning Khuzama Gate on March 18. According to a press note from Sub- Divisional Police Officer & PRO, Kohima, Atu Zumvü NPS, the police had intercepted one Ashok Leyland, Dost LE (white colour, B/R No. AS25A-9594,) on suspicion, during a regular frisking and checking of vehicles. Subsequently, the driver of the vehicle identified as Modokho Chichie of Pudenamei, PO/PS- Mao Gate of Senapati District, Manipur and presently a resident of Naga United Village and his accomplice, Thepfuzolie of Naga United Village, PO/PS- Diphupar were detained for questioning. One occupant identi-

fied as Hussain managed to escape under the cover of darkness, the police added. During investigation, it come to light that the driver of the vehicle, Modokho had met Hussain at Naga Cemetery Dimapur on March 18 and paid a sum of Rs. 2.5 lakhs to him. Hussain had earlier brought the vehicle from Assam. According to police, after the transaction, the vehicle in question was to be delivered to one Benco Mao in Imphal, and the trio was intercepted while they were proceeding to deliver the vehicle. Upon further interrogation, Modokho divulged to the police that the absconder Hussain would lodge an FIR in Assam stating that vehicle was stolen to claim insurance and sell the same in other state to make double benefits. The police further informed that the all the documents recovered from the

sess manpower and update the total number of government employees of the state, the report stated. 64, 121 applicants on live register of employment exchange A total of 64, 121 number of applicants remaining on the live register of employment exchange in Nagaland as on 31 December, 2014. Out of this, 41, 120 belong to male and 23,001

female, this was stated in the annual administrative report of employment & craftsmen training department tabled on the floor of the House today by parliamentary secretary for labour and employment S. Chuba Longkumer. Break up: Post graduates- 3622, graduates18392, pre-university13759, matriculate- 10721 below matric -16184, degree (Tech)- 822 and diploma- 621.

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Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The Naga National Council (NNC) today directed all its Regional Councils “in the homeland” to “solemnly” celebrate the Naga Republic Day on March 22 at their respective regions. A press note from

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Health Engineering Department (PHED) tabled on the floor of the House today by Chief Minister TR Zeliang. From this reservoir, water will be conveyed to the state capital by gravity. The design capacity of the project is 3.80 million litres daily, the report stated. It also stated that the physical progress is 85% and the project was scheduled for completion in 2014-15, has been rescheduled to 2015-16 due to delay in release of funds.

Govt working to implement NFSA in the state: CM Kohima, march 19 (Dipr): Replying to CLP Leader, Tokheho on implementation of National Food Security Act 2013, the Chief Minister of Nagaland, T.R. Zeliang said that the state was not implementing the act. However, he said that the Cabinet in its meeting held on February 17, 2014 has decided to implement it, subject to fund allocation by the GoI. Moreover, necessary directives in this regard

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vehicles were in photo copies and it was registered under the name of Md. Azizul Islam of Tezpur in Sonitpur district of Assam. The police said that it will conduct extensive investigation in this connection. Meanwhile, during further investigation carried out by the newly constituted Anti-vehicle theft squad of DEF Kohima, one more accused identified as Md. Mustafa, from Laurighat, Morigoan District, Assam and presently residing in United Naga Village, 4th Mile Dimapur, was nabbed from Dimapur today and was brought up to Kohima. He will be produced before the CJM Kohima tomorrow, the police added. A criminal case Vide Khuzama P.S Case No. 0009/2015 U/S 379 IPC, case was registered against the arrested persons and they were remanded into police custody for conducting further investigation.

government to implement the Act so that the poorest of the poor would be benefited. He also opined that the panel of selection of beneficiaries should consist of village chairmen as well as concerned department officials.

moKoKchuNg, march 29 (mExN): The Mangkolemba AoLanur Telongjem (MALT) visited the 8 governmental offices located at the Office Complex at Mangkolemba today. This was a goodwill visit where the MALT executive members discussed various issues that plague the smooth functioning of the offices and halt developments of Mangkolemba and its sub-division. According to a press note from MALT president Imjong Longkumer and general secretary Lanutemjen, while the organisation had ‘pre-informed’ the head of the 8 departments about its planned visit about 5 days back, the MALT executive expressed its utter dismay to witness the absence of 6 HODs and many staff from their respective offices. The MALT had reported

the matter to Addl. Deputy Commissioner of Mangkolemba Limawapang Jamir, urging him to be strict with the attendance of the HODs and their staff, the press note added. Meanwhile, it also informed all the HODs and the staff to be sincere and do justice to their given responsibilities as they are appointed by the state government to serve the people and because of which they are earning their livelihood. “Many a times the common men from different villages comes to meet the officers only to find the office(s) empty,” the MALT maintained. The organisation further cautioned that if any government employees posted at Mangkolemba are found absent or insincere in their duty in future, it will start initiating appropriate steps against erring staff.

Training & Sensitization programme for empanelled lawyers with NSLSA Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The Legal Cell for HumanRights(LCHR),avoluntary Organization based in Guwahati in partnership with Nagaland States Legal Services Authority (NSLSA) will be organising 3-day training & sensitization of lawyers empanelled with the NSLSA. The training will be conducted from March 2022 at Hotel Acacia, Dimapur will see the participation of 50 trainees representing all districts of Nagaland. Justice H. K. Sema, Retired Judge Supreme Court will be the guest of honour at the inaugural function of the 3 day training on March 20. It is a part of the integral project titled, “Access to Justice in 8 states in the Northeast India including Sikkim and Jammu and Kashmir”, a 8 months long programme namely “Training & Sensitization of 400 lawyers empanelled with the Legal Services Authorities of 8 states of NE including Sikkim” visualized by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Govt. of India in

collaboration with NSLSA. The LCHR in collaboration with the NSLSA have been entrusted with the responsibility of organising the entire programme and to train and accompanythe empanelled advocates in coming 8 months. Two earlier such trainings had been already conducted at Imphal and Aizawl between February 27 – March 1 and March 5 -7 respectively. According to a press note, the training is aimed at realising the constitutional dream of free legal aid to the weaker and vulnerable sections of the society and enabling the lawyers empanelled with the State Legal Services Authority (SLSA) and District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) to render effective legal services to those approaching them for legal assistance. It will also train them to discharge their professional duty effectively through adequate qualitative training. It will cover various topics such as legal Aid as a Fundamental Right;Rights

and legislative protections of Women Children, the aged, people with disabilities, SC, ST OBC’s, Working Class, Rural and Urban Poor, Victims of Natural calamities, disasters, ethnic conflicts etc. In the Civil and Criminal Procedures, relevant laws including customary laws with special reference to vulnerable sections and weaker sections; and Skill Development Tools for the empanelled advocates along with professional ethics will be emphasized. Further training will be imparted on topics such as professional ethics, Civil and Criminal Justice System and Laws. The trainers for the upcoming events will be Ravi Sagar, Director, LCHR; Pranab Sharma Advocate, Gauhati High Court; and Felcita D’ Souza, Programme Coordinator LCHR, while Joshua Sheqi, Legal Aid Counsel, KDLSA; MT Therieh, CJM Kohima; Seyielenuo, Civil Judge/ JMFC, Dimapur; and V AshuTheyo, Legal Aid Counsel, KDLSA will makes presentation on various topics.

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MEx FILE NSCN-K Sumi Region discharges one Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The NSCN-K, through its Secretary Khekaho Rochill stated that the Chairman Sumi Region has discharged Rajupeyu Herato Ayemi, s/o Nikhezhe Ayemi of Lokobomi Village under Akuluto, Zunheboto district. He is being discharged from “active national service" on account of his feeble health. “The NSCN-K Sumi region shall always acknowledge his sacrificial contributions done for the government and also wishes him a speedy recovery of his ill health” stated a press note received here.

CCCTA informs business owners Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The Chumukidima Chamber of Commerce and Trade Association (CCCTA) has informed all business proprietors of Chumukidima that there will be a general meeting on March 22 from 2 PM at the Conference Hall of Chumukidima Town Council. A press note from CCCTA president, Avi Chase and general secretary, James Kin has requested all the concerned enterprises, shopkeepers, business established building/ house owners to attend the meeting.

DMC to organise free anti-rabies vaccination prog Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The Dimapur Municipal Council though a circular has informed all the pet owners that the DMC’s Veterinary and Public Health Cell will be conducting a free ‘Anti-Rabies Vaccination cum Health Care Programme’ on March 21 at DDSC, Dimapur. In this connection, the administrator of DMC, H Atokhe Aye in a press circular has instructed all the Ward GBs or Chairman to inform all the pet owners in their respective ward/colony to avail the opportunity without fail. The programme will starts from 8AM and will continue till 3PM.

Inter-School Quiz on ‘Cyber Security’ Kohima, march 19 (mExN): The State level InterSchool Quiz competition on the topic "Cyber Security" will be conducted on March 27 at the National Institute of Electronic and Information Technology (NIELIT) Meriema, Kohima. A press note issued by Zayevi Nyekha, Director, Directorate of School Education has informed all the Principals/ Headmasters to give their co-operation and allow their students to participate as this competition will contribute immense knowledge on cyber security which is the need of the hour in order to cope with the Cyber world.

NIOS Kiphire informs Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): Principal & Co-ordinator of NIOS Study Centre, GHSS Kiphire Y Kongkhao Lushing) has informed all the teacher- trainees enrolled with NIOS for D.El.Ed programme to submit their examination fees along with the filled-in examination form to the school office latest by March 30, for onward submission to Regional Director, NIOS, Guwahati. The examination fees is Rs. 150 per Theory Course.

ZBCD organise prog for youth Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): The youth department of Zeme Baptist Church Dimapur (ZBCD) organised a programme called ‘Catch Them Young’ with the theme ‘Launch Deeper’ (Luke 5:4) from March 13 to 15. Mongzeung Mpom, pastor, JTLBC and Alemla Longchar, Academic Dean, UCTM, were the resource persons. Stressing on the theme, the resource persons encouraged the young people to have serious relationship with God and dwell deeper into God’s words and not take Christianity as culture. The programme was attended by 124 young people.

Nikhekhu village to organise community fishing with SOUD Dimapur, march 19 (mExN): Nikhekhu village, one of the oldest villages of Western Sumi region will be organising a traditional community fishing event along with office bearers and members of Sumi Officers’ Union Dimapur (SOUD) on March 21 at Zubza River (Atu Ghoki) towards Niuland. Inviting all the Sumi officers of Dimapur to be part of the event, Y Isawoto Zhimomi, village chief of Nikhekhu has informed all

those who wish to participate in the traditional event to gather at Zubza Bridge, Niuland Road by 8:30 a.m. Keeping the age old tradition alive, the Nikhekhu villagers organises such events from time to time where People collect roots of a particular tree found in the forest and beat them against fallen tree trunk or stones. It helps in the release of poison from roots which knock out fish, making it easy to catch them.

Campaign for igniting spirit of science initiated Our Correspondent Kohima | March 19

It is said that – “It is not the guns that wins battles but the people behind the guns that wins the battles.” With that as the spirit, Career CliniQ initiated a 4 month series of campaign for the school and college students highlighting career opportunities that exist particularly in the field of science. Teaming up with Career CliniQ, the office of the Directorate of Employment and Craftsmen Training (DECT) has been spearheading the task of skilling the youth of the state. Muthingnyuba Sangtam, Director of DECT highlighting the various vacancies that are available at the state as well as central level said, “On one hand everybody wants a government job and on the other hand there are plenty of jobs available at the Central

and State level but there are no takers. We are supporting this campaign because it aims to educate the parents and students on the employment opportunities in the field of science.” Citing the present crisis of lack of science and math’s teachers at the school in Nagaland and inability of Directorate of School Education (DoSE) to fill up the vacant posts, Dr. Anirban Choudhury, Director of Career CliniQ stressed on the need for encouraging science and math’s education among the students from an early age. Highlighting the various career opportunities that exist in the field of science, he also cited the recently announced Central Government Scheme, RASHTRIYA AVISHKAR ABHIYAN which aims to promote Science and Maths education amongst children in the age group of

6 – 18 years. Accordingly, a series of Career Awareness seminars for the parents would be undertaken in the various schools of Nagaland in future and parents are advised to get in touch with the respective schools for more details about these awareness seminars. The first such session is scheduled on March 24 at Northfield School, Kohima. Y Vandanshan Lotha, Additional Director of DECT stressed on the importance of developing matching skill-sets as per the job requirement and how student can prepare themselves for a career as a science and math’s teacher right from the school, and subsequently solve its shortages in the state. Sangtam further re-iterated that Career CliniQ has been provided accommodation in the DECT Building to enable easy access to parents and students with

make queries on career and education. Officials of Career ClniQ further stated that a weekly government jobs vacancy notice board has been started and has been posted in its official website (www.careercliniq.ind. in) and its facebook page (www.facebook.com/careercliniq.ind.in) for general public. Additionally information on various government schemes and scholarships like – ‘UDAAN’, ‘ISHAN-VIKASH’, ‘KISHORE VAIGYANIK PRATSOHAN YOJANA’, etc would be provided. Schools in the state are encouraged to make best use of this opportunity and get in touch with Career CliniQ-DECT office (+919435199571) to schedule the parents meet for their own schools. It was further informed that making Science and Maths easy was paramount in making headway in the

science & technology and starting the awareness program right at the school level is the key to engender such task. The recently launched digital courseware, namely the SMART TUTOR is also a solution in that direction. Apart from that, the seminars would educate the parents on the usage of these multimedia technologies which can help their wards to understand the concept better and thereby perform better in their academics. Special parental control mechanism embedded in the system will also enable them to keep track of the progress of their child. Those at the helm of Career CliniQ, Nagaland also expressed hope that a collective effort though co-operation and participation of the department, academia and industry would cause a meaningful and positive change in the society.

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The Power of Truth

The Morung Express FrIDAy 20 MArcH 2015 voluME X IssuE 76

Guest editorial

By Dr. sao Tunyi

Enabling Environment

am writing this from Chandigarh where I have been attending a two weeks training. I’m learning that there is so much to be done back home in Nagaland. I have been equipped and inspired. But will I get the support when I come back to put in practice what I have learned? Many Naga students coming out of colleges and universities from across the world may have similar dreams. But on coming home they meet with roadblock after roadblocks that in a short time they become frustrated and give up. And on this trip, I have come across and heard stories of Naga doctors who have passed out from the best medical institutions and are longing to come back and serve the people. But they know that they will be seriously handicapped when they come to the situation we are in. If our own folks hesitate to come home to work, it is very unlikely that we expect other people to come and deliver health care or any other service to our people. Now, some people may point out that those doctors should come back, start from scratch, and struggle to serve the people. There is truth in that. And there are people like that for sure in many fields. But it is totally another thing that those doctors are expected to connect their own electricity to run their machines, build roads to their hospitals, and pay the poor people from their pockets for all the investigative procedures required. I am referring to enabling environments on which services ought to be built. If those supports like electricity, connectivity, or financing are not there, in fact we cannot expect any decent health care delivery. On the one hand, we are short of specialist doctors while on the other, there are lots of them who want to serve but are not finding the space to do that (There are exceptions. But the point is: If doctors who are supposed to have the better opportunities have such challenges, what about the matriculates, and other graduates and post graduates?). An important factor responsible for the social upheaval/ unrest in the State is this, that there are a lot of angry and frustrated young people. A number of inter-tribal conflicts are not necessarily because one tribe hates the other, but are fights for limited opportunities and resources, for example in getting a government job. So, we compare and see which tribe has got more officers in which department, or which tribe is dominating which department or business. Starting a business is easy for some while it is very difficult for so many others. The interest rates for loans are too high, and there are extra taxes which we are all aware of. So, it is not that all those young educated-unemployed people are lazy. One can say that majority of the young entrepreneurs who are doing well are from rich backgrounds. To find money to start a business is not an issue for them. In the competitive exams also those who studied from good expensive private schools and premiere colleges and universities outside/abroad have advantage in the competitive exams to get a good job. So, in a way, that is also a form of reservation, a friend tells me. Forming peace committees and enforcing the Police to resolve and control conflicts, and imparting entrepreneurial skills are important. But that will be only temporary symptomatic relief measures. We need enabling environment where people can have opportunities to have decent lives, pursue their dreams, and do not have to fight over crumbs of bread. We need enabling environment where people can make plans for the day (or the future), work, and get an honest return for their day’s labour.

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Mazie Nakhro, Ph.D

Two Authorities and Two responsibilities Thought-Provoking Question: Secularists say, “Keep out God and religion from politics.” And some Christians say, “Believers should stay away from politics.” Are these statements biblical? What does God say? Read Matthew 22:15-22 With the intention of trapping Jesus over a controversial political issue, the Pharisees asked, “Is it right to pay taxes to Caesar or not?” to which Jesus replied, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.” Here Jesus’ answer implies two very important truths: First, there are two authorities over men. One is the civil government and the other is God. This implies a principle called the separation of Church and State, because both have different systems of government and exercise authority over different groups of people for different purposes. As such, the State should not rule the Church and vice versa. This, however, does not mean that the government should exclude God or the Church. Neither does it means that the Church cannot exert influence on the government. Both of these institutions are not mutually exclusive, because they still exist under God’s rule and authority. Second, there are two realms of responsibilities for every person. One is vertical, which is our responsibility toward God. The other is horizontal, our responsibility toward human government. One of the ways to do this is by paying our taxes to the government for the services we receive. Then a little later in the Bible passage, Jesus talked about our two major areas of responsibilities again, although in a different way. He said, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandments. And the second one is like this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself’” (Matt. 22:37-40). Who is our neighbor, anyway? According to Jesus, a neighbor is anyone in need (Luke 10:25-37). We can personally reach out to our neighbor and directly love him or her. Another way is to do it indirectly through the government: we can enable the government to provide services, especially to the poor and the needy, through our political participation or payment of taxes. Okay, so now what? We must remember that God does not stay away from politics. Neither are we called to be hermits living in caves nor to escape far away from corrupt society. Rather, we are called to contribute our part to the society through our taxes and support of the government. In a way Jesus is telling you and me, “Do your civic duty. Help others in need.” Prayer: Lord, I thank You for the many privileges I enjoy as a citizen of my country. I thank You for the services my government provides for my family. Help me to be a responsible citizen. Enable me to faithfully discharge my civic duty and be a model citizen so I can make the world a better place to live in. Amen. Taken from the book “Breakfast with the King: The 100-Day Devotional” by Mazie Nakhro

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George Lakey Waging Nonviolence

Strategies of the 1 percent revealed! I

t’s too easy to say that the 1 percent has recently been winning the class war in the United States because it is more powerful, with its control of the mass media, ownership of the major parties and command of the means of repression. In the Global Nonviolent Action Database there are plenty of cases in which the 1 percent has all those things and is nevertheless pushed back by people power and smart strategy. In fact, even in the United States, the 1 percent has lost some recent battles. We Americans often fail to notice the 1 percent’s strategy game. Knowing some of the favorite moves they make to achieve their goals will assist us as we stand up for justice, equality and life itself. Divide and conquer New York State has had a moratorium on fracking for natural gas in its part of the giant Marcellus Shale deposit. In 2010, oil companies paid for Republican Gov. Tom Corbett’s election in the neighboring state of Pennsylvania; Corbett then made sure to minimize taxes on fracking in his state’s Marcellus Shale. However, Pennsylvanians’ concern about the negative effects of fracking has grown since 2010, along with the growing concern about underfunded public schools. Politically, there was a natural overlap of the two constituencies — care for health and care for children. Faced with this problem in 2014, major Democratic candidates for governor chose to divide and conquer. They promised to increase tax on the oil companies and use that money for education, thus splitting a potential coalition to gain a moratorium on fracking. Something similar is happening with Amtrak. A few weeks ago, Congress finally laid the groundwork for the demise of the national passenger train system and the capture of its most profitable routes for the 1 percent. Amtrak is a public good, ever more desperately needed in a country whose carbon emissions are out of control. Passenger rail is, of course, heavily subsidized by taxes, the most sensible way to provide many public goods. To simplify a complicated story, the 1 percent’s previous attempt to destroy Amtrak failed because the rail system was defended by a broad coalition of senators, including those from Midwestern and Western states that needed Amtrak even though their states’ small populations meant very heavy subsidies. Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor — which covers Boston to Washington, D.C. — generates surplus income because of high passenger loads. Having analyzed the 1 percent’s earlier loss, the new strategy is apparently to divide the Senate pro-Amtrak coalition by promising the Northeast Corridor the chance to keep more of its surplus for itself. That will lessen the money available for the Western states. Service outside the Northeast Corridor will decline while infrastructure improvements in the Northeast will be pumped up. The result: a split in the coalition that kept Amtrak alive. As the coalition falls apart, most of Amtrak can be dumped and the valuable Northeast Corridor can be saved for re-privatization. Clever. Running down public services The 1 percent’s wish to turn school taxes into private profit has been apparent for quite a while. It could only be done around the edges as long as people were basically satisfied with the public school system. The 1 percent’s school voucher campaign failed despite the appeal to the fundamental American value of freedom of choice. The 1 percent increased its strategy of defunding pubic schools and supported a “school reform movement” that attacked public school teachers and used testing as a stick. The project was branded as Leave No Child Behind. The combination was effective for running schools down. For example, studies show that one of the better predictors of educational achievement is class size — the smaller, the better — so the defunding strategy forced the increase of class size, then attacked the teachers for underperforming. Soon, teachers were paying for pencils and supplies for the students; many teachers proved to be heroes, but the

ant to make a big impact on the health of our oceans? Think small, top chefs say. As in anchovies and sardines. That's the message from 20 of the world's leading chefs, who gathered in northeastern Spain on Tuesday to draw attention to what they hope is a simple solution to the threat facing many of the larger fish species that overfishing has pushed to near collapse. Their take: If more people ate more little fish — anchovies, sardines, herring and mackerel, for example — both human diets and seafood populations would improve. Ferran Adria, of Spain's now closed elBulli restaurant, joined with Grant Achatz of Chicago's Alinea, Massimo Bottura of Italy's Osteria Francescana and more than a dozen other chefs for a summit with the U.S.-based ocean conservation group Oceana to discuss leveraging their star power to get these fish not just onto their own menus — which only a lucky few will ever eat from — but into restaurants and homes worldwide. "It's the right moment and the right ingredient," said Gaston Acurio, the co-owner and chef of Peru's famed Astrid y Gaston restaurant, during an exclusive round table discussion with The Associated Press. "One of the best markets in the world is health and wellness, and anchovies and small fish are health and this is

system as a whole was predictably stressed out. Enter: charter schools. Nationally, we now have enough research on charter schools to know that, on the whole, they are no improvement. A recent Stanford study joins others that show no conclusive evidence that charters are better. But charters don’t need to be better, because the defundingplus-blaming strategy is working among desperate working class parents who want to flee run-down public schools in the hope that charters are better. That’s great if you don’t care about working and middle class education, and believe the unions won’t go on the offensive and rally the community against your strategy.

The recent furor over the movie Selma’s portrayal of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s role in the voting rights act was itself instructive: a phalanx of Democrats resisted the view that the people were primarily responsible for that victory. Years ago Hilary Clinton said publicly that it was President Johnson who was the prime mover. This is consistent with the 1 percent-financed Democrats, who interact with social movements to co-opt them and wean them away from the strength of self-reliant nonviolent power. Judging from the 1 percent’s strategy of ignoring, discouraging, and disparaging nonviolent action, the elite apparently respects nonviolent power more than some activists on the left.

Ignore people power For the first half of Earth Quaker Action Team’s successful five-year campaign to end PNC Bank’s support of mountaintop removal coal mining, bank officials ignored us. Journalists told us they were frustrated that when they covered our story they received only “No comment” from PNC’s public relations officers in Pittsburgh. In Colorado, a new right-wing campaign seeks to expunge from the schools any history or description of civil disobedience and radical dissent. Presumably Thoreau, the Underground Railroad and Martin Luther King are to be shown the school exit. Actually, as “A People’s History” author Howard Zinn and the Global Nonviolent Action Database have shown, the 1 percent’s influence in academe already screened out most of the people’s heritage of their own nonviolent campaigns, hiding them from college students who, frighteningly enough, might put that legacy to use. At Swarthmore College, most of the students who worked on the database, arguably among the best-educated in the country, told me that Swarthmore taught them the concept for the first time in their educational experience. Mainstream academics slather their students with military history, strategy, and view of the world; that is a study consistent with the values of the Masters of the Universe.

Naomi Klein is right In her book “This Changes Everything,” Klein argues that the climate crisis presents a tremendous opportunity for the people who have been on the losing side of the class war. I agree. Even when the 1 percent in the United States was at the height of its power, George W. Bush was blocked when he tried to give Social Security to Wall Street, and his overextension of U.S. military power in Iraq was a disaster for his empire. The Washington gridlock of the two parties owned by the economic elite reveals a 1 percent losing its grip. We the people are very wrong if we believe that they are all-powerful. We can organize alliances among constituencies that up until now have been easily divided. Waging Nonviolence blogger Kate Aronoff recently wrote about a blue-green alliance that is paying off. It takes good organizing, yes, and smart strategizing that emphasizes the big picture. It also borrows a page from the 1 percent’s playbook of being willing to play the long game, as they do with Amtrak and public schools. As volatility increases and institutional legitimacy falls, our movements can grow more rapidly. That’s all the more reason to get smarter strategically and counter the opponent’s favorite moves, including divide and conquer, running down public services, and trying to delete the existence of people power.

‘Eat small fish to make big difference’ Alan clendenning Associated Press wellness that is good for society." Driving the chefs' involvement is the campaign by Oceana aimed at convincing consumers to embrace eating more small oily fish. Known as "forage fish," they're part of the food chain that feeds larger fish, such as tuna or swordfish, both of which are threatened. The smaller fish are abundant enough to feed both the larger predators as well as plenty of people, says Oceana chief scientist Michael Hirshfield. But though anchovies, sardines and similar small fish are treated as delicacies in much of the Mediterranean, in the rest of the world they often end up as feed for farmed salmon, chicken and pigs. "They feed 3 pounds of fish to make 1 pound of salmon. That's not a great way to feed a planet," said Andy Sharpless, Oceana's CEO and author

of "The Perfect Protein." ''We can feed tens of millions more people if we simply eat anchovies and other forage fish directly rather than in form of a farmed salmon or other animals raised on fish meal and fish oil." Their point isn't to criticize the farmed seafood industry, the chefs said. Rather, they want to lead by exa m p l e. T h e y agreed to serve small oily fish at their restaurants as much as they as they can, to train younger chefs that the fish are as good for the planet as for the plate, and to develop recipes that make it easy for the average consumer to prepare them at home. "We need to take advantage of species that there are in great abundance," Acurio said. "We as chefs with the magic and the passion and the talent we have can provoke and convince people to

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consume them and influence the market. As chefs we can create a consciousness to inspire many other cooks." The chefs scoffed at the idea that people — particularly small fishwary Americans — might be reluctant. They said the same food revolution that has turned sushi into convenience store food around the world can work just as well on this. It doesn't hurt that the chefs gathered in San Sebastian are known for their innovation and for taking raw food materials people would never think of buying and transforming them into delicacies. Acurio said the chefs' best contribution to promoting consumption of small fish might be creating simple meals anyone could cook. "If we can invent concept products, like the best burger you have ever eaten mixed with anchovies, that's one way to popularize it," he said. For Joan Roca, who runs Spain's famed El Celler de Can Roca with his brothers, the involvement with the campaign boils down to his feeling that "all chefs have a responsibility to be visible." "This campaign is trying to raise ethical and environmental public awareness," he said. "If you take care of your health, you also take care of the planet's health. It is as simple as that and it is something that everyone needs to understand."

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

20 March 2015

NEWS ANALYSIS, FEATURE AND DISCOURSE

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF HAPPINESS:

Should Philosophers Be Loners? Celebrating balanced communities Timothy Williamson

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ross national happiness is more important than gross national product” declares a handwritten note on a piece of yellowish paper attached to the wall right above an old school chalkboard. Each ‘i’ is dotted with a tiny heart, and the ‘a’ in ‘important’ is a corrected spelling mistake, betraying the foreign origin of a slogan translated into English to render its message universal. The curves and fragmentation of the pen strokes composing the ‘h’ of ‘Happiness’ similarly reveal a non-Western penmanship. They recall East Asian calligraphy, almost tracing the outline of a temple with blue ink. This is a recurrent visual representation of the political conceptualisation of happiness that has made the whole world talk about Bhutan in recent years. The quote is by King Wangchuk, the King of Happiness, who reigned over this small, landlocked country in the Himalayas for more than 30 years. The handwriting appears to be influenced by the Tibetan alphabet and culture. And the school is a small educational facility that teaches traditional Bhutanese arts and crafts to socially and economically disadvantaged young people just outside Thimphu, the capital of this green, happy state. King Wangchuk and Bhutanese institutions actively lobbied international political actors for decades to open global discussions on the importance of adopting a more holistic approach to wellbeing, going beyond simplistic analyses of economic prosperity. On the importance, that is, of adopting a measurement that takes into account the social health of a population in relation to its pragmatic aspirations, finally leaving aside the assumption that human beings are most content with life only when their economic power is growing. “Being a small country, we do not have economic power,” King Wangchuk famously explained to the New York Times a couple of decades ago. “We do not have military muscle. We cannot play a dominant international role, because of our small size and population, and because we are a landlocked country. The only factor we can fall back on is the unique culture we have.” What the Bhutanese king was effectively saying was that not every country, region, city or community is exactly the same. A certain society could appear lacking when made to adhere to international standards of economic wellbeing, but this perspective could shift if the progress of the same community were to be observed realistically, by keeping in mind the local context, culture and characteristics that make it unique. More recently, Enrique Peñalosa, the Colombian mayor who dedicated most of his career to improve the quality of life amongst Bogotà’s communities, similarly told Charles Montgomery, author of Happy City: “If we defined our success just in terms of income per capita, we would have to accept ourselves as second- or third-rate societies - as a bunch of losers until the end of time.” “So,” he further clarified, “with our limited resources, we have to invent other ways to measure success. This might mean that all kids have access to sports facilities, libraries, parks, schools, nurseries.” Access to collective spaces, that is: to common grounds, institutions and places that are developed and preserved in a way that every member of a community is provided with the stable foundations of a happy life. When in 2012 the United Nations finally proclaimed 20 March the International Day of Happiness, the austerity measures that had followed the big financial breakdown were starting to paralyse the geopolitical west, exacerbating wealth inequal-

Warning: Both participants in this dialogue are figments of the author’s imagination

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he centenary of the first world war has led to many parallels being made between the global situation on its eve and the way the world is now. The work of Christopher Clark and fellow historians has shown that there are some areas where the parallels chime, and others where they definitely don’t. The most evident similarities lie not where they might be expected, in the practical world of geopolitics and material diplomatic alliances, but rather in the less tangible one of ideas. The great account of pre-1914 Vienna, Robert Musil’s epic The Man Without Qualities, captures this when he writes - and it is a motif of this massive novel - of the profusion of ideas and visions that existed at this time. In many ways, it was a golden age of concepts, notions and philosophies, with figures like Einstein, Freud and Lenin radically redrawing understanding of the world and humanity’s role in it. "An idea", one character in Musil’s novel muses, "is the most paradoxical thing in the world. The flesh in the grip of an idea is like a fetish." And yet, he goes on, "ideas can never maintain themselves in the state in which they are most powerful; they’re like the kind of substance that, exposed to the air, instantly changes into some other, more lasting but corrupted form." Thus a central theme emerges in The Man Without Qualities; the search for a "one great redeeming idea" - the idea everybody can agree with and live within. From the war of all the different and contending views, a single one had eventually to dominate and be sustained. The implications are clear: for only in the realm of physical actions was this tension finally sorted out, and at immense, terrifying cost. Competing ideas led to the Great War. Violence resolved that.

ity, forcing the privatisation of public spaces and exposing the difficulties of continuing to conceptualise success as strict economic prosperity. Gross domestic product values plummeted. City administrations started selling off urban parks to private developers, wages across sectors that weren’t directly stimulating exponential growth were cut and governments put ancient monuments marking the history of humanity up for sale. Did this mean that financially lacking societies had to renounce everything, even their cultural identity, in the hectic rush to bring back constant economic growth? The discourse that had traditionally animated Bhutan and Bogotà suddenly acquired global relevance, to the point that the UN officially recognised “the need for a more inclusive, equitable and balanced approach to economic growth that promotes sustainable development, poverty eradication, happiness and the wellbeing of all peoples”. The reason behind it? The simple, newfound awareness that “the pursuit of happiness is a fundamental human goal” too. It just so happens that happiness isn’t a completely hazy, subjective concept, at least from a political perspective. As happiness economist Layard demonstrated in his 2005 book Happiness: Lessons from a New Science, it turns out that human relationships are actually the most important external factor affecting wellbeing. Such an explicit institutional recognition of the need to develop a collective interpretation of prosperity, one that reunites people within supportive networks and communities, is still rather extraordinary in the west, where mainstream narratives have always focused on individual success rather than collective achievement. Here, wellbeing and human rights are often defined in terms of absolute individual aspirations rather than relative collective goals. This works until every human being, community, city, region or country stands on this planet in perfect equality of power, influence and goals as its global counterparts. Lacking that, GDP measurements end up promoting fierce individual competition that stifles investment in common resources, overlooking contextual cultural elements of prime importance and reducing activities that don’t directly produce economic wealth to irrelevant enterprises. For example, a group of people meeting weekly on a voluntary basis to develop an urban orchard that could feed the local community would escape GDP considerations. Why? Because it doesn’t di-

rectly accelerate economic growth. At the same time, can we really argue that strengthening food security and building a solidarity network within a neighbourhood doesn’t actually have an impact on the wellbeing of local residents? And so the introduction of happiness in the UN agenda suddenly pushed collective goals into the global political discourse, encouraging communities to develop in a balanced manner, according to their context, habits and identity. Because as well as in terms of sustainable financial wellbeing, success in a Bhutanese community might be defined as the promotion of traditional arts and crafts among younger generations, in Bogotà as the development of safe green spaces for any kid to enjoy, in an Italian neighbourhood as the shared consumption of locally grown food and in a small town in north-west England as the preservation of a pottery kiln that was built during the Industrial Revolution. Memory, identity, culture. Preservation that reproduces memory, identity and culture. Proliferation of spaces for public enjoyment. Access to food, to fresh air, to clean green spaces. All these elements enrich the traditional definition of wellbeing, creating liveable, resilient and solid communities. Because as the mayor of Bogotà passionately explains in Happy City: “We need to walk, just as birds need to fly. We need to be around other people. We need beauty. We need contact with nature. And most of all, we need not be excluded.” It isn’t a coincidence that the United Nations specifically declared 20 March the International Day of Happiness; it’s an equinox, when light and darkness are of equal length. Both become protagonists, balancing each other out and creating stability. As global celebrations of happiness are approaching for the third time, consider slowing down for a minute this 20 March. Look around your community. What can you do to improve it? Perhaps talk to a stranger, or plant some flowers in your neighbour’s garden? Maybe organise a neighbourhood dinner in your local park, or visit a museum that preserves your cultural identity. Walk to go places. And don’t feel for a second that you’re not contributing to societal progress. Did you know that happiness makes people 12% more productive? It will then be up to you to decide how to reinvest what you gained in a sustainable manner, gradually building a collective, meaningful, happy place.

China, the idea-hungry nation Kerry Brown

China's restless intellectual energy carries an echo of Austria-Hungary in the pre-1914 years

nese observer hinted at the relevance of Musil's world to today's China. While we were talking about China's current situation, he defined what he saw as the main issue. "In the west, at least there is some sort of public and elite consensus on politics, a common framework people work within and are pragmatic about, places where people draw boundaries." In China, he went on, "there is no consensus, no boundaries. We have the institution of the party, and the concept of government, but no real idea of what it stands for and where its limits are. Everyone goes their own way and draws their border where they want to." Perhaps this explains why China prompts such immense outpourings of commentary and analysis, inside and outside the country, every day of the year. There is no real dominant idea, no accepted framework - no neat boundaries. The most basic things - like the role of the party, of politics, and of civil society - are contested. Trying to spell out the zone where government ends and the private begins in China is next to impossible. It is not just that outsiders don’t know what to make of it. Even the people right within are beset by different notions of what they are doing and why, and obliged constantly to press and question everything. In this context, China now really Wanted: a big idea does have a similarity to pre-1914 EuA recent conversation with a Chi- rope, for it is a theatre of clashing ideas.

There are contradictory ideas about the market, the role of the state and the public, the function of authority and its relationship to moral behaviour. These arise simultaneously from inside China's own intellectual traditions and from the outside world. Hybridity dominates the airwaves. This gives China an energetic feel and dynamism that so impresses visitors who on arrival can touch this atmosphere of vibrant discussion. But it also means that the tone of public debate can quickly descend, resembling a situation of warring clans trying to take each other down. The search for consensus over the "one big redeeming idea" that might pull everyone together, however, is proving hard - especially because, in contemporary China, it has to be the right idea. The difficuly can be gauged by taking even a cursory look at the work report delivered by prime minister Li Keqiang to the national people’s congress (NPC) in March 2015. The document betrays a level of hybridity which borders on the incoherent. The policy announcements are all reasonable. But the underpinning intellectual rationale veers wildly: asserting Chinese exceptionalism in one moment, talking of Marxist state control for the people in the next, before slipping into language which would be perfectly acceptable to capitalist fundraisers and investment bankers in the west.

Markets, Mao, Marxism, Mercantilism - the whole heady mix can be stimulating, but its net effect is confusion and uncertainty. Perhaps that explains the demand for books addressing the simple question: "What do Chinese leaders think?" The problem is that, judging by their public statements, they seem to be thinking contradictory and competing things at the same time. Robert Musil again strikes a modern chord. His central character, Ulrich, in a discussion about how best to celebrate the jubilee of Emperor Franz Ferdinand, remarks that "the world's successful political moulders have a lot in common with hacks who write for commercial theatre". His reasoning? "The lively scenes they create bore us by their lack of ideas and novelty, but by the same token they lull us into a sleepy state of lowered resistance." That indeed might be one motivations of elite leaders in China today - to bore their audience so they just get on with humdrum daily life and leave the thinking to the government. But it is surely a doomed quest. China now is in an age where its people swallow up ideas with an inexhaustible hunger. From architecture, to education, to technology and entrepreneurialism, to social and financial experimentation, under the rigid behemoth of the partystate, the place is awash with ideas. The energy they create, the competition and fight, is sometimes slightly terrifying. In response, China's leaders are searching urgently for that "one great redeeming idea" able at least to calm people down. Creating even a minimal consensus of this kind will prove the toughest thing they have ever had to do. There's only one thing to be certain of: how the Austro-Hungarian empire finally resolved this battle is not an example they will want to repeat.

Egon: Why did you keep quoting Plato at me over dinner? Tina: Why not? His ideas seemed relevant to what you were saying. Egon: Never mind what Plato thought, I care about what I think. Authentic philosophizing is a first-person singular activity. I must do it for myself. No one else can do it for me. I can’t do it for anyone else. Tina: So why are you talking philosophy to me? Egon: I’m telling you to do it for yourself. Tina: Isn’t that for me to decide? Egon: Yes, but I can still put ideas into your head. It’s up to you whether you accept them. Tina: Why should I? Egon: You’re a rational person. Tina: Thanks. Egon: You’re welcome. Anyway, it would be an evasion of responsibility for you to rely on my authority instead of using your own reason to assess what I say. Tina: Were you evading responsibility when you let me add up the restaurant bill instead of doing it yourself. Egon: No. You’re more accurate about things like that than I am. Tina: Maybe I’m more accurate about philosophy too. Egon: Philosophy isn’t like sums. It’s not a mechanical process. Tina: Accuracy matters even for nonmechanical things. Some people are awfully inaccurate in judging others’ preferences. Egon: That’s something external. In philosophy you judge the ideas themselves. Every rational person has the endowment to do that. Tina: Can’t some be better endowed than others? Or are all rational people equally rational? Egon: Some use their reason better than others. But you need your own rationality to judge someone else’s. Tina: Well, I use mine to judge some people to be more rational than I am, and others less rational. I might accept a philosophical idea on the authority of someone I judge to be more rational. Egon: Then take my word for it: You should philosophize for yourself. Tina: Isn’t there a problem with that? Egon: You can push the ladder of my authority away once you’ve climbed it. Tina: I didn’t say you’re one of those I judge to be more rational than I am. I was thinking of Plato. Egon: O.K., I’ll stop trying to help you with your philosophy. I’ll just tell you how I do mine. I want to think things through for myself, even if you don’t. Tina: How do you know when you’ve succeeded? Egon: I think of possible objections to my solution. If I have answers to all of them, I’m confident my solution is right. Tina: There may be objections you haven’t thought of. Parents are often blind to their darling child’s faults, when others can see them clearly. Egon: That’s right. So I often try out my solutions on my friends, to get their comments. Tina: You do rely on others in your philosophizing, after all! Egon: In a way. But in a deeper way I don’t. Ultimately, I assess their objections, and my replies to them, for myself. Tina: Don’t you try out your replies on those friends? Egon: Yes, I do that, too. Tina: Do they always accept your replies? Egon: No. Sometimes they object, and I have to think of replies to those objections, too. The discussion can go to and fro — Tina: Or round and round. Egon: Many times, if they’re obstinate. Tina: What happens if you never manage to satisfy them? Egon: It’s still for me to judge the whole course of the conversation. If I decide their objections to my answers were irrational, I can be satisfied. Tina: But they’re not. Egon: That’s their problem. Tina: Do you never worry you might be missing something? Egon: I assess their objections fully and carefully. They are the ones who are missing something. Tina: I guess your basic assumptions may seem rationally compelling to you but not to them. Egon: Something like that. Tina: What one finds compelling depends on how one was brought up and other life experiences. Your friends may be seeing things from a different angle from yours, not necessarily a worse one. And they probably resemble you in background and viewpoint. If you tried out your ideas on your enemies, you might find much wider divergences. Egon: Perhaps. But what really is rational can’t vary from one person to another. Tina: Some people disagree even with that! Egon: I know, but they’re wrong. Tina: And you’re right? Egon: Yes. Tina: If you say so — but what use is an objective standard of rationality for convincing other people, if they don’t recognize it? Egon: They may eventually. In the end, the only person I’m concerned to satisfy is myself. Tina: Is that also your attitude in bed? Egon: There, I must feel the other person is satisfied to feel satisfied myself. Tina: But that’s not how you feel in argument? Egon: Even there I feel more satisfied when I feel my reasoning has satisfied them too. But it’s more important to satisfy a lover in bed than a friend in argument. Tina: I didn’t know you rated sex above philosophy. Egon: I don’t. But there is more danger of losing a lover by not satisfying them in bed than of losing a friend by not satisfying them in argument. Anyway, mutual satisfaction is easier in bed. In argument there is only one winner. Tina: Both sides may think they’ve won. Egon: Then at least one of them is wrong. Tina: Like a game of tennis with no referee: The players can’t agree whether the ball was out. Egon: There, the one with better eyesight should decide. In philosophy, it should be the one with better reason. Tina: Isn’t it funny how, in tennis, each side sees it the way that favors them? Egon: That’s right. Self-interest and self-deception come in, too. Tina: But not in philosophy? Egon: They sometimes nudge even philosophers’ judgments, though it’s irrational to let that happen. Tina: So isn’t philosophizing for yourself like keeping your own score in tennis, according to your own judgments of what was in or out? Each player will come up with a different result. Philosophy shouldn’t be a bunch of monologues like that. It should be a genuine dialogue. Egon: Like Plato’s? Tina: Yes, though his can be quite one-sided. The wise guy Socrates versus a fall guy. Egon: Hasn’t our conversation been a genuine dialogue? Tina: You’re no Socrates. Nor am I. It will be just my luck if some man writes it up, all distorted.

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Rajnath urges Pak WHO praises India for tobacco warnings to stop aiding terror JAIPUR, MARCH 19 (PTI): Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that the world is witnessing an entirely new paradigm of terrorism in the form of Islamic State (IS) but added that the terror outfit has no influence among the Indian youth. Delivering the inaugural address at the International Counter-Terrorism Conference here, the Home Minister said the appeal of ISIS to young and educated people, inspite of the group's medieval ideology, is a cause of concern for the global community. Terror outfits like the ISIS do not believe in a plural society and are extremely intolerant of a liberal and secular democratic order, noted Singh. The minister further said that such terror groups do not accept the fundamental fact that diversity of faiths and philosophies reflects the inherent beauty of human beings. “These terrorists unleash the worst forms of violence to erase the diversity and destabilise the democratic order...These terrorists are adept at using the latest technologies to propagate their beliefs and deeds,” underlined Singh. Expressing concern over how terrorists are extensively using modern technology to reach out to wider audiences with susceptible minds, the Home Minister said he was happy to note that the influence of Islamic State on the Indian youth is negligible. “Just a handful of Indian youth have joined the ISIS. Some have also returned after being persuaded by their families,” asserted the Home Minister. He added that the ISIS

failed to attract Indian Muslims because of the community's complete integration into the national mainstream. Describing Indian Muslims as patriots, Singh said they are not swayed by fundamentalist ideologies and extremism is alien to their nature. “Moreover, India as a country is proud of all its diversity,” announced Singh. India has the second largest population of Muslims in the world. "India is home to all 73 firqas of Muslims and it houses one of the oldest church known to mankind in the world. We have been practising philosophy of peaceful coexistence for centuries," he said. He, however, cautioned about the increasing possibility and opportunity to use available technology and cyberspace in a destructive manner. Underlining that the menace of terrorism is greatly amplified in digital world, the minister noted that today a ‘lone wolf’ or a

‘DIY (Do It Yourself) Terrorist’ can go online and learn how to carry out an attack without ever leaving home. “We have recently constituted an expert committee to look into all possible avenues of cyber crime and its linkages with the terrorist world,” informed Singh. Speaking on crossborder terrorism, Rajnath Singh said India has been a victim for the last several decades. "Terrorist organisations like Lashkar-eTaiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad patronised by those across the border, have inflicted several acts of terror on the Indian soil. There are several instances of such proxies being used in other parts of the world," he said. Invoking Pakistan, Singh said that India's neighbour should seriously rethink its strategy of using terrorism as an ‘instrument of proxy war’ as it would be in her own national interest. "Differentiating terrorists into good and bad categories has failed miserably. If the ISI and the Pakistan Army stops

their support to certain terror outfits, I have no hesitation in saying that the security situation in South Asia will improve significantly," he said at the conference. “Terrorism knows no boundaries and doesn't respect nations' sovereignties. They have become trans-national in character,” further noted Singh. He also insisted on international cooperation to build popular opinion and pressurise the countries that use terrorists as their strategic assets. “All countries should be aware of developments in this area, which is bound to affect them in some way, sooner or later,” concluded the Home Minister. During the three-day conference, beginning today, issues like 'illegal migration and border security', 'cyber space', 'social media and terrorism', 'terror trade: weapons, narcotics and fake currency' would also be discussed in separate sessions. Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, former home secretary GK Pillai, former Army chief Gen (retd) VP Malik, former chief of BSF Prakash Singh and other dignitaries will also attend the conference. Former chief of Sri Lankan Army Sarath Fonseka, Admiral Jamers Loy, Senior Counsellor, Cohen Group, USA, John M Nomikos, Director of Research Institute for European and American Studies, Greece, Rahimullah Yusufzai, resident editor of The News, Pakistan are some of the international participants in the conference. India Foundation and Sardar Patel University of Police Security and Criminal Justice have organised the conference.

ABU DHABI, MARCH 19 (AgenCIeS): The move mandating 85 per cent pictorial health warnings on tobacco product packages from April 1 has earned India praise from the WHO on the opening day of the 16th World Conference on Tobacco or Health. “It is beautiful that India has notified the regulation. That is the biggest pictorial warning in the world. Whatever assistance India needs in that direction, we are willing to provide it to them,” said Dr Douglas Bettcher, director, WHO department for prevention of non-communicable diseases. The decision was notified in October last year and comes into effect next month. WHO director general Margaret Chan described it as a move that showed

“political will”. “We would urge and encourage India to notify the regulation announced last summer,” she said, expressing concerns over the emerging trend of big tobacco companies dragging governments to court for attempting to regulate tobacco products. Philip Morris International had dragged Uruguay to the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes when the country tried to introduce 80 per cent pictorial warnings on tobacco packets. In India, also, lobbying to stall the implementation of the notification is afoot. The final notification alerting the industry is yet to be issued though it normally comes out a month in advance. Earlier this month, Dilipkumar Gandhi, the BJP

MP from Ahmednagar in Maharashtra, wrote to Union Health Minister J P Nadda saying that no country, except Thailand, has such stringent warning provisions. “Since the above issue is already under examination by the Committee on Subordinate Legislation, and secretary health was appeared before the committee on 4th February 2015. The matter is being examined regarding implementation of the new notification w.e.f 1.4.2015 and its impact on the workers and manufacturers of bidi/cigarette and tobacco industry in India and its financial impact as a whole on the revenue, it will be in the fitness of things that the above notification implementation w.e.f 1.4.2015 is kept in abeyance,” Gandhi, chairman of the com-

mittee, wrote to Nadda on March 2. The FICCI has also written to the Health Ministry questioning the decision to increase the size of pictorial warnings, arguing it would hurt the domestic cigarette industry and that a large number of non-cigarette tobacco products would escape the net. However, pressing for the bigger warnings, a group of anti-tobacco activists led by NCP MP Supriya Sule met Nadda on Wednesday. Though the WHO chose not to comment about the internal churnings in India on the pictorial warning, Dr Bettcher said: “Bidis and smokeless tobacco cannot have different levels of taxation. That is a disturbing trend in India and in many other countries.”

A Kashmiri fisherman cleans his Shikara, or traditional boat, as he prepares to head home after a days work on the Dal Lake in the outskirts of Srinagar, Indian controlled Kashmir, Thursday, March 19. The Srinagar-Jammu highway, connecting the Kashmir valley to the rest of the country, on Thursday re-opened for one-way traffic after remaining closed for four consecutive day following heavy rain and snowfall at some places. (AP Photo)

'Shameful attacks on Christians Corporate espionage: Police custody extended for two men sends the world wrong message'

new DelHI, MARCH 19 (IAnS): What stops a prime minister like Narendra Modi, who has a strong mandate, to put a full stop on attacks on Christians in India, ask community leaders in the country, adding that it sends a wrong message to the world about India. "It seems that nobody is interested in stopping attacks on Christians in India. Prime Minister Modi has a strong mandate and he can stop it just by sending a stern message to anti-Christians," Father Savari Muthu, spokesperson of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI), told IANS. There has been a sense of unrest and anxiety among Christians after attacks on churches, schools and other community institutions across the country. The prime minister himself strongly condemned the attacks said his government would ensure the right of every citizen to "retain or adopt" any religion. Muthu said fundamental groups are accusing Christians of "all sorts of things" and must be controlled as Christians are also Indians. "I was shocked to read in newspapers that some Hindu fundamentalists, reacting to the nun's rape (in Nadia, West Bengal), have accused the community of sexually exploiting nuns," he said, adding that it was disgusting to make such "insensitive comments". The comments of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat against Mother Teresa have also added to the growing unease among the community. John Dayal, spokesperson, United Christian Forum for Human Rights, said: "The RSS has made it clear that they do not recognize Christians and Muslims as Indians." Asked if he feels the government has made any effort to control the situation, Dayal told IANS:, "Modi has not only made no effort to control or deactivate the Sangh Parivar, which is the main force behind the campaign against Muslims and Christians, by not naming and shaming them, he is encouraging them." Meenakshi Singh, vice president of the National Federation for

Christian Unity, wondered if the rising attacks on Christians and the controversial statements by right-wing fringe element "could be a political conspiracy" against Modi the government. "The attacks on the peace-loving community could be a political conspiracy," Meenakshi Singh told IANS. "I wonder why Christians are being targeted ever since the BJPled government took over last year. It was fine, barring one or two such incidents in the country, but things have gone out of control after Modi took over," she said, adding that this could also be orchestrated by elements who want to project the ruling party in a "bad light". "You never know what is the purpose...otherwise why would anybody attack us," she asked, describing the Nadia incident was "shameful". "It's shameful for every major political party in the country, and attacks on the community must be stopped as it sends a wrong message to the world about our country," she said. In a recent attack, an church under construction in Haryana's Hisar town was vandalized by a right-wing group. In the shocking incident in Nadia, a 71-yearold nun of a Rangaghat convent school was raped by one of a group of seven dacoits on March 14. Chandigarh-based Bishop Younas Massey said that "persecution of Christians must be done away with as it unnecessarily vitiates the atmosphere". "Nationality cannot be determined on the basis of religion. The attackers are not only harming the Christians but creating a serious constitutional crisis," Massey told IANS, and urged the central government to nab the culprits at the earliest. Bishop P.P. Marandih of the Patna diocese said that attacks on Christians in India was a clear cut case of the "strong attacking the weak". "It's like jungle rule; there you have the weak being killed by the strong. I think it's the same thing going on here," Marandih told IANS and hoped that "everything will be normal soon as it was all senseless".

new DelHI, MARCH 19 (IAnS): A court here on Thursday extended till March 21 the police custody of two people allegedly involved in the leakage and sale of confidential government documents. Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Special Judge S.C. Rajan allowed the probe agency to quiz chartered accountant Khemchand Gandhi and Paresh Chimanlal Buddhadev, a partner in private firm Chitale Associates, till March 21. The probe agency, while seeking custodial interrogation of both the accused, told the court that they have to be confronted with other sus-

pects in the case. The CBI also named Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) vice president (finance) K.V. Mohanan, and Rajendra Chitale of Mumbai-based law firm Chitale and Associates as "suspects" in the case. The agency said quizzing of Gandhi and Buddhadev will help them unearth the larger conspiracy as a huge amount of money was paid to various people in the case and the agency was ascertaining their identities. Meanwhile, the court sent the other four government employees -- Ashok Kumar Singh, Lala Ram Sharma, Daljeet Singh and Ram Niwas

-- to 14 days' judicial custody. The six were presented before the court in connection with the leakage and sale of confidential government documents stolen from various ministries. Daljeet Singh, an upper division clerk in the department of industrial policy and promotion (DIPP), was arrested from his hideout in the capital on Monday. The CBI has alleged that Daljeet Singh was allegedly providing confidential documents to his counterparts in the finance ministry who in turn were giving them away to the Mumbai-based chartered accountant, and later passed

to various corporate houses. The CBI on March 12 had filed a case and raided eight places, including offices of various ministries and private establishments, in New Delhi and Mumbai, and arrested the under secretary in the disinvestment and grievances department, Ashok Kumar Singh, along with the section officer of the economic affairs department, Lala Ram Sharma. Gandhi was arrested from Mumbai during the raid conducted by the CBI. Investigators said Daljeet Singh used to provide documents of the commerce ministry to Ashok Kumar and Lala

Ram who passed them to Gandhi. The CBI had on March 13 arrested two more people -Ram Niwas, an assistant in the Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) under the finance ministry, along with Paresh Chimanlal Buddhadev. The probe agency also revealed the the alleged role of a representative of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), a multinational firm which provides tax and consulting services, and was being probed. PwC, which has offices in over 150 countries, said in a statement later that its manager met CBI officials and gave necessary clarifications.

tough' Class 12 maths Centre offers CBI probe 'Very paper figures in Lok Sabha into IAS officer's death

BengAlURU, MARCH 19 (IAnS): The central government is ready to ask the CBI to investigate the death of IAS officer D.K. Ravi if the Karnataka government agrees to it, Home Minister Rajnath Singh told parliament on Thursday. "We are ready for a CBI inquiry if the state government wants," Rajnath Singh told members in the Lok Sabha during the zero hour after BJP members from Karnataka met him and demanded that the premier investigation agency should probe Ravi's death. The home minister said a few senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers from the state also sought an inquiry by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) into the mysterious death of the 36-year-old 2009 batch officer, who was working as additional commissioner of the state commercial tax department in Bengaluru. "I have spoken to the Karnataka chief minister (Siddaramaiah), who said he would send a detailed report to me within a couple of days," Rajnath Singh said. "If the state government wants (a CBI probe), then as soon as I get a representation from it, we will be ready for a CBI inquiry," he said. Ravi was found dead on March 16 in his official

apartment by his wife Kusuma. Police prime facie termed the death as suicide as there were no external injuries on the body, which was found hanging by a ceiling fan in the officer's bedroom. Rejecting the demand for CBI probe by opposition Bharatiya Janata Party and Janata Dal-Secular, Ravi's family and the public, the Congress government in the state ordered a probe by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Pralhad Joshi, BJP's Lok Sabha member from Dharwad, told reporters outside parliament that he met Rajnath Singh along with other MPs from the state and apprised the home minister of the situation and how people were being treated in the state. "The CID works under the Karnataka home minister (K.J. George) against whom fingers are being raised," Joshi said after staging a protest with other MPs from the state near the Mahatma Gandhi statute in the parliament complex. Former chief minister and Lok Sabha member from Shivamoga B.S. Yeddyurappa said the BJP would seek permission from Speaker Sumitra Mahajan to raise the issue in the Lok Sabha. "Why is the Congress government in the state hesitating to refer the case to the CBI when Ravi's parents have also

sought a probe by the central agency?" Yeddurappa asked. In Bengaluru, the legislative assembly sitting was adjourned till Monday amid shouting and sloganeering by opposition lawmakers against the government for not allowing a CBI probe into Ravi's death. As soon as the budget session commenced, opposition BJP and JD-S members gathered near the speaker's podium and pressed for a CBI inquiry. The ruling Congress maintained that the CID probe was underway to find out if Ravi's death was suicide or caused by other means. Later, BJP and JD-S members submitted a memorandum to Governor Vajubhai Vala at Raj Bhavan, seeking his intervention for handing over the case to the CBI. Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) activists held a protest in the Karnataka capital during the day, demanding a CBI probe into Ravi's mysterious death. They also clashed with police when they were not allowed to march towards Vidhana Soudha. Protests also took place at Kolar and Tumakuru against the state government for not allowing a CBI probe. Ravi, who hailed from Tumakuru district, was deputy commissioner of Kolar in 2013-14 where he became popular for taking action against sand and land mafias.

new DelHI, MARCH 19 (IAnS): The "very tough" Class 12 CBSE mathematics question paper that saw many students in tears on Thursday figured in parliament, with a Congress member asking the government to consider the issue "seriously". Students and teachers demanded that the board again hold the exam. Raising the issue during zero hour, K.V. Thomas, the Congress member from Ernakulam in Kerala, said the maths exam will affect the future of many students in the country. " The government should take it seriously. In future, when question papers are being set, efforts should be made to rope in experienced and senior people," he said. Many students who took the Class 12 math exam and their teachers said Wednesday's question paper was of "IIT entrance level". "The mathematics exam was very tough. The questions asked in the exam were not direct. It was way beyond our level and was equivalent to the IITJEE test," said Somil Pahuja, who could not attempt many of the questions. Somil said the Central

Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) should reconduct the exam. Vertika Mishra said most students came out from the exam hall crying. "All of us were left depressed after taking the exam. We are now very skeptical of doing well, though maths is my favourite subject and I always score well," Vertika told IANS. "I don't think I shall be able to score more than 50 percent in the paper," she said. Vertika also demanded that the CBSE board conduct the examination again. Teachers too said the exam was very difficult in comparison to previous years' tests, and that their students were very upset. "The paper was tough. Most of the students could not attempt it well and are depressed. The pattern of the questions asked in the exam was way different from the normal pattern of CBSE. Either CBSE should conduct the exam again or adopt a liberal attitude during evaluation of the answer sheets," mathematics teacher Rakesh Sharma told IANS. A CBSE spokesperson said the board had not yet thought in terms of re-conducting the maths exam.

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Police officers guard the entrance of the National Bardo Museum a day after gunmen opened fire killing scores of people in Tunis on March 19. One of the gunmen who killed tourists and others at a prominent Tunisian museum was known to intelligence services, but no formal links to a particular extremist group have been established, the prime minister said Thursday. (AP Photo)

TUNIS, MArch 19 (AP): One of the gunmen who killed tourists and others at a prominent Tunisian museum was known to intelligence services, but no formal links to a particular extremist group have been established, the prime minister said Thursday. The attack Wednesday on Tunisia’s National Bardo Museum left 23 dead, scores wounded and threatens both Tunisia’s fledgling democracy and its struggling tourism industry. It was the worst attack at a tourist site in Tunisia in years, and a leading cruise line announced it is now canceling its Tunisian stops. Razor wire ringed the museum Thursday and security forces guarded major thoroughfares in Tunis, the capital, as authorities hunted for two or three more people believed to have been involved in the attack. Wednesday’s two attackers burst from a vehicle wielding assault rifles and began gunning down tourists climbing out of buses. The attackers then charged inside to take hostages before being killed in a firefight with security forces. A Spanish man and a pregnant Spanish woman who survived hid in the museum all night in fear and were retrieved safely Thursday morning by security forces, Tunisia’shealth minister told The Associated Press. Spain’s foreign minister said police searched all night for the pair, Juan Carlos Sanchez and Cristina Rubio. Tunisian Prime Minister Habib Essid, in an interview with France’s RTL radio, saidTunisia was working with other countries to learn more about the attackers, identified as Yassine Laabidi and Hatem Khachnaoui. They were killed by security services in a raid. He said Laabidi had been flagged to intelligence, although not for “anything special.” No one has claimed responsibility for the attack. Tunisia has faced scattered extremist violence, and a disproportionately large number of Tunisians have joined Islamic State fighters in Syria and Iraq. The attack spells oceans of trouble for the tourism industry, which brings throngs of foreigners every year to Tunisia’s Mediterranean beaches, desert oases and ancient Roman ruins — and which had just started to recover after years of slump. Two major cruise ships whose passengers had been among the victims left the port of Tunis early Thursday. Health Minister Said Aidi said the death toll rose Thursday to 23 people, including 18 foreign tourists, with almost 50 people wounded. Five Tunisians were killed, including two attackers. Aidi said all the injuries came from bullet wounds, and that several victims were brought in without identity documents. Moncef Hamdoun, an official with the Charles Nicolle hospital where many victims were taken, said seven of the dead remain unidentified. He listed the dead as three Japanese women, a Spanish man and a Spanish woman, a Colombian woman, an Australian man, a British woman, a Belgian woman, a Frenchman and a Polish man.

Myanmar court jails two journalists for defamation YANGON, MArch 19 (AP): A Myanmar court sentenced two reporters to two months in prison on charges of defamation, in the latest ruling that raises concerns about press freedoms as the country emerges from military rule. The Myanmar Post’s chief editor Than Htaik Thu and reporter Hsan Moe Tun were charged in February 2014, after their weekly newspaper quoted a military lawmaker purportedly making comments about his colleagues in the parliament having low education. The lawmaker, Maj. Thein Zaw, from the Mon state, denied saying this and filed the defamation case against the pair. “The decision is a threat to media freedom,” the journal’s editor-in-chief Zin Thaw Naing said Thursday. “Myanmar’s judicial system is not independent and is under pressure from the administration.” This is the first time journalists have been convicted of defamation since President Thein Sein’s government took office in 2011. The charges carry a penalty of up to two years imprisonment. Another 10 journalists are serving prison terms for other offenses and nearly 20 are facing trials. Under a half-century of dictatorship, Myanmar regularly banned dissent and imprisoned journalists and other critics of the ruling junta. Despite dramatic changes since 2011, when a nominally civilian government came to power, journalists are increasingly being arrested and imprisoned. Many in the media viewed the ruling as a message ahead of general elections scheduled for later this year. “Jailing journalists with defamation before the 2015 general elections is a clear indication the government is determined to restrict freedom of press. They are determined to silence our critical voices,” said Wai Phyo, chief editor of the influential private newspaper “Daily Eleven.” He and four colleagues including the paper’s CEO are facing a similar charge. The government is also facing strong criticism from the local and international community for arresting and beating journalists during a crackdown on a recent protest. An international media organization, the International Press Institute, which will be holding its annual congress in Yangon this month, called on the government to investigate the arrests and said the cycle of impunity needs to stop.

NO.REV-13/93-D/ / In exercise of the powers conferred on me U/S-7(1)&(2) of the Nagaland Land(Requisition & Acquisition) Act-1965 and in pursuance of Govt. Notification of even No.LR/7-92/NHAI/A/2011/205, Dated Kohima the 4th March 2014, the final spot survey and identification of the affected areas and concerned landowners were conducted from 4/12/2014 to 8/12/2014 by a joint team of departmental officers in the presence of the concerned landowners and village functionaries. Thereafter, a meeting for fixation of land compensation rates and signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) were held from 4/3/2015 upto 12/3/2014 with the affected landowners and village functionaries. Now therefore, all the listed affected landowners are hereby notified to submit claims and objections, if any, within 15 days time with effect from the date of publication of this Notice, in written, to the Office of the undersigned. Detailed particulars of compensation items shall be available in this office for reference during office hours. No complaint whatsoever shall be entertained after the expiry of the stipulated period of claims and objections. (KESONYU YHOME) IAS DEPUTY COMMISSIONER DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

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Friday 20 March 2015

The Morung Express

World cup quarters offers Juventus defeats dortmund to Windies a shot at revival advance in champions league

WeLLINGTON, MaRch 19 (aP): A place in the quarterfinals of the Cricket World Cup offers the West Indies a chance to resuscitate a team and a sport which has been in steady decline in what was once the world's great nursery of talent. All mentions of the West Indies at this World Cup are preceded with the term "two-time champions" but it's less politic to mention that the second of those championships was 36 years ago. The West Indies' continuing retreat from a place among cricket's world powers is of deep concern to the sport's administrators, and Saturday's quarterfinal against New Zealand may help determine whether the decline is terminal or reversible. The West Indies won the World Cup in 1975 and 1979 and were runners-up in 1983. They have reached the Cup semifinals only once since — in 1996 — and their other successes on the world stage havebeensporadic:theywontheChampions Trophy in 2004 and the Twenty20 World Cup in 2012. All cricketing nations have their ups and downs but the story of the West Indies over the past 20 years has been one of almost continuous decline, of a falloff in player numbers

and, with that, deteriorating results. Cricket was once the sport of choice for most young men growing up in the Caribbean. In the age of satellite and cable television, exposure to American basketball and to global football have highlighted the much more lavish salaries those sports offer in comparison to cricket. In-fighting and factionalism have played a part. Most recently, players found themselves at loggerheads with their board which they felt didn't take seriously enough their concerns about remuneration and workload. During a recent tour to India, the players effectively went on strike, and the already existing fault lines within West Indies cricket opened up. Kieron Pollard and Dwayne Bravo, who were leading protagonists in the rebellion in India, were omitted from the World Cup squad and the captaincy was passed from Bravo to Jason Holder. Holder, who had played only 21 one-day internationals, was asked to lead a team including three former captains. When he clashed with one of those, Darren Sammy, during the pool match against the United Arab Emirates, it led to speculation of disharmony within the West Indies' squad.

A win over New Zealand on Saturday, a place in the World Cup semifinals, might go a long way to establishing Holder as a West Indies' captain of the future and healing rifts within the team and the Caribbean game. Brian Lara, holder of the record for the highest score in test cricket, said "I am a Jason Holder fan. I like his approach to leadership and the way he has gone about his game. Former fast bowler Curtly Ambrose endorsed the new pace partnership between Holder and Jerome Taylor. "The combination of Taylor and Holder is working pretty well for us at the moment," he said. "We all know how talented captain Holder is. Taylor, wonderful bowler, swings the ball and they're going to be key, I believe, to start the innings." Former captain Clive Lloyd, who led the team during its great era of the 1970s and 1980s and now chairman of the West Indies board, sees a renewed stock of pace bowlers bodes well for the future. "We'd love to have (Andy) Roberts, (Michael) Holding, (Curtly) Ambrose and (Courtney) Walsh, but it doesn't happen in any other country," Lloyd said. "We've had a little bit of a decline, but we have one or two young players coming through and you'll hear about them in another year or so."

39th Inter District & State Open Badminton Championship

KOhIMa, MaRch 19 (MexN): The 39th Inter District & State Open Badminton Championship 2015 will be commenced from July 28 to 31 at Zunheboto district. In supersession of the information sent out earlier to the District and Police Badminton Associations this date should be treated

as final, a release received here said. All Associations have requested to take note and make necessary preparations accordingly. Meanwhile, the Nagaland Badminton Association congratulate Joseph Sumi & Raju Chetri who represented Nagaland in the recently concluded

39th Masters (Veteran) National Badminton Championship at Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh from 1st -7th Mar 2015. They secured the second position in the 35+ years category after having lost to the doubles pair of Vidyadhar (AP) & Ravinder (UP), score 12-21, 10-21 in the final. They have now

been selected to represent the country (India) at the Senior World Masters Championship at Helsingborg, Sweden during September 2015. While, a remarkable feat comes immediately after Tajenkaba also secured second position in the 38th edition in the 35+ single categories last year.

DC Peren graces ST. Xavier’s HSS annual games & sports meet

PeReN, MaRch 19 (DIPR): Education can never be completed without games and sports, because games and sports teaches us to be disciplined, patient and co-operative with the team members, opined Deputy Commissioner, Peren, Peter Lichamo after lighting the annual games and sports at St. Xavier’s Higher Second-

ary School, Jalukie as the Chief guest on 19th March 2015. He added that a student without discipline will be like a garden without the fence around it. ‘You are a man if you accept the loss and win with the same spirit’, he said, quoting Rudyard Kipling. He said that the amount of efforts put in to achieve the goal is the most important part of

participation in any field. The annual games and sports witnesses drill display and march pass by the students. The 18th AR displayed the bands skills and enthralled the crowed. Rev Father, Anthony Sami, Principal gave the welcome address and vote of thanks was pronounced by Rev. Father John Vipral.

Dortmund's goalkeeper Roman Weidenfeller looks to the ball as Juventus' Carlos Tevez scores the opening goal during the Champions League round of 16 second leg soccer match between Borussia Dortmund and Juventus Turin on Wednesday, March 18 in Dortmund, Germany. (AP Photo)

DORTMUND, MaRch 19 (aP): Carlos Tevez scored two and set up another as Juventus beat Borussia Dortmund 3-0 away to reach the Champions League quarterfinals with a 5-1 aggregate victory on Wednesday. Tevez opened the scoring in the third minute when he let fly with a thunderous shot from around 20 meters (yards) into the top left corner. The Argentine then gave Alvaro Morata a simple tap-in to seal the victory on a counterattack in the 70th. Arturo Vidal set up Tevez's second in the 79th, giving the scoreline a flattering but fair look, as the Italian side advanced to only its second Champions League quarterfinal since 2006. "It was a game to forget. It began in the third minute and didn't get much better. Juve were simply much better than us today," Dortmund coach Juergen Klopp said. "We're out, we didn't play well, now we'll concentrate on the Bundesliga and German Cup." Dortmund, the 2013 fi-

nalist, had been bidding to reach its third successive quarterfinal. "It's an evening we have to say we fully deserved to be knocked out," Klopp said. Leading 2-1 from the roundof-16 first leg in Turin, the visiting side nullified Dortmund's attacking threat to leave Bayern Munich as the Bundesliga's only remaining side in the competition, with the final to be played in Berlin on June 6. In the other second leg match of the last 16, Barcelona beat Manchester City 1-0 on the night to go through 3-1 on aggregate. "The second half was sub-standard from us; the high scoreline is fully in order. A pity that our last Champions League match for one and a half years went so badly," said Dortmund captain Mats Hummels, whose side has struggled in the Bundesliga. It was bottom of the league in February. Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri had promised his side wouldn't sit back despite the first leg advantage. His players stayed true to his word and

Tevez got the visitors off the mark with an effort that stunned the home fans. "Tevez is playing a great season," Allegri said of the forward, who has scored 21 goals in 33 league and Champions League games this season. "We're happy to have him because he helps the team a lot. There's no question about his technical ability." Juventus pushed high up the pitch and snuffed out Dortmund's response before it could even begin. The home side harried and fought, yet was unable to trouble Gianluigi Buffon in goal. The veteran goalkeeper reacted quickly to extinguish the danger with Marco Reus lurking in the 36th but it was a rare intervention. Midfield marshal Paul Pogba had gone off injured before that, prompting a period of Dortmund pressure. The visitors were the only ones who created chances however, with Vidal firing over. Fans made their frustration known in the first half, with confidence-hit midfielder Henrikh Mkhitary-

an a particular target. There were more loud whistles at halftime. Goalkeeper Roman Weidenfeller kept Dortmund in the tie when he saved a great chance for Morata five minutes into the second half. Mkhitaryan was then crowded out on a counterattack at the other end. Weidenfeller denied Morata again, before Buffon easily saved from Kevin Kampl with Dortmund's first shot on target - after more than an hour of play. By then it was too late, and Tevez sealed Dortmund's fate — and the German side's fourth loss in four European home games against Juventus — shortly afterward. "We only allowed two chances over 180 minutes," Allegri said. "We're confident and we know our strengths, technically and physically. We're playing well in Italy since the start of the system. Here in Europe, we've delivered two top performances in succession. I think this was even better than the home game."

public discourse

The Naga Mob was wrong WORLD ORAL HEALTH DAY –MARCH 20

uch is being made about the Naga mob lynching the rape accused, the late Syed Sarif Khan, on March 5 in Dimapur. It has made national and international news headlines, much to the discomfiture of the Naga people. But this cannot be helped the way the situation evolved. Clearly the Naga Mob was in the wrong for the way they took Law and Order into their own hands. Such behaviour and action cannot be allowed in a civilized and modern society to which Nagas also aspire. What have we heard so far? There was a rape incident allegedly by an Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrant (IBI), who appears to have turned out to be a genuine Indian national, on a Naga girl. It seems the alleged criminal was also married to a Naga girl and was doing business in Dimapur. What was the relationship, if any, between the alleged victim and accused? Not clear. What was the crime? Alleged rape. Police FIR and Nagaland Government versions confirm this. What vitiated this incident from taking its normal course of justice was the vigilante action of the “mob”? But a judicial inquiry has been ordered now and I am sure a proper and adequate report, with fit recommendations, will come out. We will then learn the circumstances and those involved. Meanwhile, the Nagaland Government has suspended those officers who could have controlled the ground situation at the time and appointed new officers to deal with the on-going situation. At least 54 persons from among the mob have been arrested and efforts are going on to further the inquiry. At the governmental level one cannot see what else can be done at this stage. But before we close the case, we must also ask who was Mr Khan? What was his business and personal connections in Nagaland? Has anyone bothered to ask these questions? We are told he was from Assam’s Karinganj District. I am willing to accept this at face value. The point is, was he right or wrong? That the Naga mob has committed wrong by lynching him cannot excuse his wrong if indeed he had committed the wrong. But the incident of lynching has completely overshadowed this first action/wrong. What is surprising is the paucity of information about the late

Khan that has been reported. It seemed the “crime” was reported within a reasonable time and the police filed their FIR and took the accused into custody. Investigation was going on as far as one could make out. What seemed to have precipitated the situation was a rumour of suicide committed by the alleged victim – was as innocent as made out? Emotions took over and the mob went on the rampage. Was this rumour consciously planted and, if so, by whom? These are questions that the inquiry commission must look into besides the late Khan’s connections where rumours, again, say he had connections with one or more of the Naga Political Groups (NPG). The main point however is that justice must be done and must also be seen to be done. Clearly, the authorities in Dimapur failed to contain the situation when the agitation blew out of proportion and mob frenzy took over. What is also clear is that things happened very fast. The on-going power struggle within the ruling NPF Party/Government could not have been of much help! Nevertheless, the State Home Commissioner took responsibility and, soon after, suspended three of the officers directly in place. Within a day of new officer appointments, social media networks were restricted or banned and, till date, up to 54 of those identified as being involved in breaking into the jail and lynching the rape accused have been arrested. Investigation is going on and there may be more arrests. What must be noted here is the role Governor Acharya has been playing to calm the situation. This issue has boiled over and has taken much wider dimensions. It appears to have become an Assam-Nagaland issue as well, apart from becoming national and international news. Why should this be so? Surely, while there may be some vested interests in the incident in Dimapur, it seems they have blown the issue out of proportion. In traditional Naga society, the crime of rape was largely unknown. Two main reasons. First, such a crime could almost certainly result in family/clan feud as such an act would be interpreted by the family/clan as an insult on the entire family/clan. Secondly, it reflected badly on the man that he has become so desperate as to

commit such a crime. So, the shame of rape was more on the man than the woman. And such a man would be socially looked upon with disapproval. This does not mean that in recent times such crimes have not happened in Naga society. They have. And, in the style of tradition there have been times when agitations by communities have marched to the jail demanding that the culprit/s be handed over to them. This has happened in Kohima, the capital, as well. But the authorities stood firm and the crowd/mob could be pacified. The inability of the jail authorities in Dimapur to contain the mob have created an unwanted situation and vitiated the real issue of whether there was a rape case or not and how serious was the crime. As a worker on good Naga-Assamese relations, I also want to ask our Assamese brothers and sisters, how they want our mutual relationship to grow. There have been some agitations from Assam side. Trucks stopped plying to Nagaland, there were some stories of harassments of Nagas and dharna in Delhi etc. Is this how we will grow together? This is not excusing the wrong mob action. The act of rape was wrong, if indeed there was a rape but the police and doctors here seem confident. The Naga mob added a wrong by taking the law into their own hands. All sensible Nagas condemn both acts and they are asking that law must be allowed to go where it needs to go and punish those who are wrong, whoever they may be. No Naga will support anyone who is in the wrong. Will we permit one or two incidents to destroy age-old Naga-Assamese relationship? Are we so fragile that we will allow a few persons to manipulate an incident to destroy what has taken decades to build? Allow me also to remind all that numerous rape and other atrocities have taken place in both societies, and in North East, in the name of fighting insurgency. And this is an emotional issue in this region. When people from this region were crying hoarse over rape and other atrocities, “What were patriotic Indians doing?” Who listened? Was the Indian media, and Indian leaders, then even bothered about what was happening in the country’s periphery? Did they care to make the Indian Union whole by caring? Charles Chasie

“You are not a healthy person unless you have good oral health. Oral health is part of general health and it can affect your overall health and your quality of life.” - Surgeon General C. Everett Koop

Clearly the mouth is in many ways the “gateway” to the rest of the body. However, this connection is often overlooked. Often, it is a dentist who first discovers a larger health problem, because of what they see in a patient’s mouth—and that doctors need to look at more than the tonsils when a patient opens wide and says “ah.” For example, diabetics tend to develop periodontal disease at three to four times the rate of non diabetics. If a dental professional sees gum inflammation in someone who brushes and flosses regularly, they need to ask, “Have you checked your blood sugar lately?” Or, conversely, the doctor of a patient with uncontrolled blood sugar may need to refer them to a dental professional. It has been recognized that oral infections, especially periodontitis (gum inflammation) may affect the course and development in a wide range of systemic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus and low birth weight. Diabetes and Oral Health: People with diabetes are at an increased risk for periodontal (gum) disease. It is crucial for them to keep their blood glucose under control. When they experience high glucose levels, blood vessels in the mouth can narrow causing the blood supply to lower in the gums increasing their chances of having problems with their teeth and gums. Diabetes can aggravate gingival (gum) inflammation and periodontal disease, furthering the damage and destruction caused by infectious processes on the teeth and gums. As a result, persons with type 2 diabetes were more likely than those without diabetes to have lost 6 or more teeth. People with diabetes are also prone to other mouth problems, like thrush, poor post-surgery healing, and dry mouth. Thrush is a white (sometimes red) patch that can appear on the gums or tongue which get sore and turn into ulcers. To avoid thrush, persons with diabetes

must keep their blood to normal as possible. If they have dentures (artificial teeth) it is best to take them out at night and avoiding smoking will help as well. A dry mouth in them can cause tooth decay, infections, and ulcers. Being a smoker makes these problems worse. It is important for most diabetics to get a dental cleaning and exam three to four times a year and control blood glucose levels. People diagnosed with diabetes should immediately visit dentist when they notice either red swollen bleeding gums, pulled away gums from teeth, pus between teeth and gums or persistent bad breath/bad taste in the mouth.

Cardiovascular Disease and Oral Health: The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) found that people with gum disease were much more likely to be diagnosed with heart disease than those without periodontal disease. Several theories exist to explain the link between gum disease and heart disease. One theory is that oral bacteria can affect the heart when they enter the blood stream, attaching to fatty plaques in the heart blood vessels and contributing to clot formation. Blood clots can obstruct normal blood flow leading to heart attacks. Another possibility is that the inflammations caused by periodontal disease increases plaque build up, which may contribute to swelling of the arteries. Researchers have found that people with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease as those without gum disease. Low Birth Weight and Oral Health: Oral infections also seem to increase the risk for or contribute to low birth weight in newborns. Compared to normal-birth-weight infants, lowbirth-weight infants are more likely to die during the neonatal period and low-birth-weight survivors face neurodevelopment disturbances, respiratory problems and congenital anomalies. They also demonstrate more behavioral abnormalities as preschoolers and may have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. As a remote bacterial infection, gum disease may have the potential to affect preg-

nancy outcome- premature birth and other complications. LACK OF DENTAL VISITS A routine dental exam is a continuation assessment of your oral health which helps reveal risks of tooth decay, unusual growth patterns, or poor oral hygiene that can be treated at its early stages when the damage is small. Home oral health care are important; however, it is also crucial to visit a dental professional on a regular basis. Taking care of your mouth is a huge part of taking care of your overall health. Lack of regular professional dental care can lead to untreated tooth decay and gum disease. Untreated oral health issues will place an individual with an increased risk of other health problems. Lack of dental care visits may also cause an increase of more complicated dental procedures, such as extractions and root canals. Adults who are edentulous (total tooth loss) are less likely to have a routine dental visit. Routine dental visits are important, even for those who are edentulous, so that oral cancer screenings can be performed. If an edentulous person wears removable appliances, such as a denture, it is important to have the denture examined for proper fit. Ill-fitting dentures can cause tissue disruption within the oral cavity. If one has illfitting dentures they will be less likely to wear their denture and may have decreased nutritional intake. It is important to note the importance that the elderly have routine dental visits. Many prescription medications contain sugar or cause xerostomia (dry mouth), which can cause rapid and devastating dental decay. Other medications can also make gums more susceptible to infection, including antihistamines, antidepressants, cancer drugs, steroids, and especially those that cause “dry mouth,” disrupting the mouth’s bacterial ecosystem. Children should have their first dental visit within six months of eruption of the first tooth and no later than 12 months of age. At a minimum, every child should visit the dentist at least once per year. Dr. Temjennungsang Longchari, President Indian Dental Association (Nagaland State Branch)

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RAppeR Snoop Dogg to appear on WWe show

apper Snoop Dogg will be seen on the March 23 episode of WWE's programme Monday Night Raw, leading up to WrestleMania 31. Dogg, 43, previously appeared at WrestleMania XXIV in March 2008 and on an episode of Rawin October 2009, reported Entertainment Weekly. The Daily Show host Jon Stewart was on Raw earlier this month. Dogg's non-music appearances include being one of the roasters for the Comedy Central Roast of pop star Justin Bieber, where he was unafraid to attack his colleagues on the dais.

Lily James' shoes more expensive than her home

ily James has admitted that the shoes she wore in Cinderella are worth more than her home - namely the Glass Slipper from the film which are made out of Swarovski crystals. She said: "I do get to wear the most fantastic powder blue gown and glass slippers when Cinderella goes to the ball. They squeezed me into the dress and I wore a corset and I could hardly breathe. But it all helped to evoke the magic. "The glass slipper is made out of Swarovski crystal and is probably worth more than my flat! I couldn't actually wear the real one, so in the shots where I'm dancing at the ball or running to my carriage, I wear a 'double' made of acrylic." The 'Downton Abbey' star also had thousands of the tiny gems stuck to her gown, body and hair and admits she still comes across the odd one in her house despite completing filming months ago. She added to Radio Times magazine: "The dress is also covered in 10,000 tiny Swarovski crystals that were also hand-stuck on my chest and in my hair. I still keep finding crystals at my home in Peckham."

David Arquette kicked out of Justin Bieber's party

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cream’ actor David Arquette was reportedly booted from singer Justin Bieber's 21s birthday party in Las Vegas after he was caught up talking about the pop star behind his back. A party guest said Arquette was "pretty messed up" when the party started, reported the New York Post. "Justin heard what David had been saying, and threw him out of his suite with the help of a friend, because they didn't have security up there."Somehow David managed to get back in and rushed at Bieber to take him out. There was a confrontation, then other people got in the way to separate them. David was thrown out again, this time for good," the source said. Bieber and Arquette's representatives have not commented on the report yet.

‘Big Hero 6', highest grossing animated movie

scar-winning movie "Big Hero 6" has been named as the highest grossing animated movie of 2014, taking in $620 million globally. The film earned a total of $221 million in the US, making it Walt Disney Animation Studios' third biggest domestic release of all time, reports aceshowbiz.com. Based on Marvel comics of the same name, "Big Hero 6" tells the story of "the special bond that develops between Baymax, a plus-sized inflatable robot, and prodigy Hiro Hamada as they team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes." Recently, "Big Hero 6" won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film.

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nicki Minaj makes history with four Top 10 Hits Nicki Minaj has reached another milestone in her career. The raptress has made history by becoming the first female act to have four hits charting simultaneously inside the top 10 of Billboard's Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop chart.

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his week, Nicki Minaj made history when she became the first woman to have four simultaneous songs in the top ten of Billboard’s Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop chart. Not only does she have the top spot on the chart with “Truffle Butter,” a collaboration with Drake and Lil Wayne, but she also has the number 3 position as a feature on Rae Sremmurd’s “Throw Sum Mo,” the number 9 spot with her other Drake and Lil Wayne collab, “Only,” and finally, she rounds out the top 10 with her Beyoncé-assisted “Feeling Myself.” “Truffle Butter” has also earned Minaj her sixth chart-topper on the Billboard Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop chart. In the past, only two men have managed to replicate Minaj’s current situation. Lil Wayne was the first to achieve this feat in 2008, and Drake followed his lead in 2011. Both Drake and Lil Wayne are also benefitting from “Truffle Butter’s” top placement. Although several females have managed to place in the chart’s top ten with three simultaneous tracks in the past, none of the women have managed to achieve the feat as lead artists on all of the tracks. With “Only,” “Feeling Myself,” and “Truffle Butter,” Minaj is the lead musician on three of her four tracks to rank in the top ten. With the three lead artist roles, she has beaten out the likes of Ashanti, Beyoncé, and Rihanna.

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he pop princess has decided to part Company with the rapper's Roc Nation management company after two years following a series of professional disappointments. Kylie's last album, 2014's 'Kiss Me Once', under-performed in the charts despite having some of her best material for years and she was reportedly also disappointed that many promised sponsorship deals and endorsements never materialised so she has decided to make a break. A source told The Sun newspaper: ''The deal just didn't work out for either side and she thinks they didn't ever understand her as an artist. Her last album was nowhere near as successful as she hoped. She now wants go in a different direction.'' Kylie's contract with Jay Z's firm - which is home to stars such as Rihanna, Calvin Harris and Shakira - will end after she completes the current Australian leg of her 'Kiss Me Once' tour. The decision follows news the 46-year-old singer has also quit her record label Parlophone after 16 years working with them. Kylie is looking to reclaim her crown as queen of dance pop and wants to build on the success of the single 'Right Here, Right Now' which she recorded with legendary Italian producer Giorgio Moroder. The source explained: ''Kylie's got new music ready to go that she's made with Nile Rodgers, Disclosure and Giorgio. She wants to take more control of her career. Some of the tracks could come out as soon as next month. Kylie's also keen to do more acting. She has signed with a big name agent in the US.''

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‘unique and one of its kind’ vocal institute that promises to groom the individual in every aspect- from the singing to the diction to the performance, could very well open its doors within the next week. Based in Duncan Basti, Dimapur, this specialist school plans to take students from across the area and will offer a unique blend of vocal training and grooming in order to bring out the performer within. The ‘Workstation’ will provide a course that is aimed at singers who wish to improve and develop their artistic and technical skills. A progressive course focusing on each individual singer, training

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complete vocal technique, artist development and developing live performance in order to help the singer produce a well-rounded artistic expression when performing. On completing the course, the participants will have achieved a higher professional level of singing ability. The workstation will be manned by well-known artistes who will deliver the goods. 1. Moanungsang – Managing Head 2. Diethozo Thakru

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3. Renbeni Odyuo 4. Imlilemla longkumer 5. Zakali Zhimomi Besides vocal instructions, special emphasis will be given on the diction with separate classes for this purpose. This place desires to give the whole package- vocals, diction, performance ability, when the student leaves its doors. So, if you are a singer looking for the complete professional make over, this is the place.

Global CampaiGn against Gender Celebrities, the Fashion Industry, and Global Partners Unite to Launch Anti Gender Violence Global Program at Lakmé Fashion Week

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elebrated designer Manish Malhotra has been joined by Hollywood actress Rosario Dawson to present The Blue Runway, the opening night evening slot of Lakmé Fashion Week and the launch of WEvolve, a global campaign and program aimed at empowering young men and women to challenge norms that lead to gender violence. The Blue Runway will be the longest runway in Indian fashion history, and commemorates the 25th anniversary of Manish Malhotra, and the 15th anniversary of Lakme Fashion week. WEvolve is bringing together luminaries from the film, fashion and art world, to raise awareness and inspire action to end gender based violence. To date, WEvolve has been supported by Bollywood director and actor Farhan Akhtar, Bollywood actress Poorna Jagannathan and Bollywood and Hollywood actress Nimrat Kaur. WEvolve will continue to expand globally, with plans to continue the conversa-

Models display creations by Manish Malhotra during the Lakme Fashion Week Summer Resort 2015 in Mumbai, India, Wednesday, March 18, 2015.

tion that begin with The Blue Runway, which will be streamed live on Wevolveglobal.org. WEvolve focuses on the worldwide problem of gender violence. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 35 percent of women worldwide, or more than one billion women, have or will experience either intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime. Violence against men, which is both under-researched

and under-reported, is a related issue. The premise of WEvolve is that young people – both men and women – can ‘evolve’ and develop new attitudes and behaviors and build healthy relationships that reduce the risk of gender violence. “It is a pleasure to be involved in the launch of this WEvolve global campaign that addresses gender violence. Fashion has a comprehensive and universal appeal and can thus be a powerful instrument to raise awareness and promote ac-

tion. I congratulate and thank WEvolve and Lakmé Fashion Week for giving me this opportunity to contribute to this great cause,” said designer Manish Malhotra. Models, celebrities, and leading personalities from Bollywood and beyond will unite on this critical issue while celebrating the promise of a better future. The event will provide a foundation for young men and women to come together, share experiences, and seek new ways to end gender violence.

opposite each other for the first time and it seems their sizzling chemistry won't disappoint cinema-goers. There are lip locks galore! Ranbir and Anushka's poster of the movie also has an uncanny similarity with how the former's grandfather Raj Kapoor and Nargis posed for the iconic poster of ‘Barsaat’. The surprise package of the film's trailer is filmmaker Karan Johar, who will be seen in as Kaizad Khambatta, a negative character. His villainous

look with a shrewd smile and a moustache leaves a lasting impression. Shots of Ranbir with a machine gun; a race course; men in dapper suits, women with the iconic bouffants of the era; give a feel of what the mafia movie will have in store. Jointly produced by Phantom Films and Fox Star India, the film is set for release on May 15. The trailer also received positive response from the members of Hindi film fraternity on micro-blogging site Twitter.

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'BomBay VelVet' trailer brings 1960s era back in fashion

stylish retro look, the grey world of smuggling and some jazz amid the old world charm of Bombay of the 1960s - that's the world of Ranbir Kapoorstarrer ‘Bombay Velvet’, as seen via its trailer released on Thursday. The trailer was released during the telecast of the India-Bangladesh match at the Cricket World Cup, after much buzz. Directed by Anurag Kashyap, the movie is set in the 1960s and is a large

screen adaptation of Gyan Prakash's ‘Mumbai Fables’. The story is about a man with big dreams and the extent he is willing to go to be successful. In the trailer, Ranbir is introduced as a street-fighter named Johnny Balraj with a curly mop of hair, embroiled in a cage-fight in soiled clothes with hands wrapped in bandages. On the other hand, Anushka Sharma, his love interest in the film, is Rosie, the star singer of a nightclub. The duo will be seen

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India's Rohit Sharma celebrates after scoring a century while batting against Bangladesh during their Cricket World Cup quarterfinal match in Melbourne, Australia on March 19. (AP Photo)

Rohit heroics see India into semi-finals

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MELBOURNE, MARCh 19 (PTi): Rohit Sharma blasted a strokeful century as defending champions India stormed into the semi-finals of the ICC Cricket World Cup by thrashing a hapless Bangladesh by 109 runs in a lop-sided contest here on Thursday. Riding on Rohit's spectacular 137 off 126 balls and his rollicking 122-run fourth wicket stand in only 15.5 overs with the belligerent Suresh Raina (65), India were able to post a commendable 302 for six after opting to bat at the MCG. In reply, Bangladesh were never in the contention as India hardly took their foot off the pedal to dismiss their neighbours for a paltry 193 in 45 overs without hardly breaking a sweat. The juggernaut continues to roll on for Mahendra Singh Dhoni and his men who have now recorded their seventh win on the trot in this mega event. India will now meet the winner of the third quarter-final between Australia and Pakistan at Sydney on March 26. The victory took the tally of India's successive World Cup victories to 11, including four in the last edition, as it was yet another easy outing for the title contenders. Such has been India's domination that whenever they have batted first in the tournament, they have scored 300 or more and taken all 70 opposition wickets in seven matches so far. Umesh Yadav (4/31 in 9 overs) was bang on target during his entire spell despite a flurry of boundaries in Tamim Iqbal's runa-ball 25 that ended with Dhoni taking a low catch off the bowler. Imrul Kayes (5) was run-out due to a mix-up. Two in-form players in lefthander Soumya Sarkar (29) and Mahmudullah Riyadh (21) steadied the ship with 40 run stand before Shikhar Dhawan took an acrobatic catch to get rid of the latter on the boundary line. Once Mahmudullah was gone there was an air of inevitability about the result with Soumya Sarkar being caught by Dhoni diving to his left and Shakib Al Hasan caught at backward point of Jadeja.

Dhoni becomes just third captain to get 100 ODI wins

Mahendra Singh Dhoni may never match the mountain of runs, nor enjoy the same fanatical following as Sachin Tendulkar, but he does have one thing over his former team mate. When it comes to captaining India's one-day international cricket team, Dhoni is in a class of his own. Leading the most popular team in the world's biggest democracy is a burden that has proved too much for many of his predecessors, but Dhoni has excelled in the role. Since taking over from Rahul Dravid in 2007, Dhoni has led India to every major title in world cricket, including the World Cup, the Twenty20 World Cup and the Champions Trophy. Four years ago, he fulfilled the dreams of a billion people when he lead India to victory in the 2011 World Cup at home, scoring an unbeaten 91 in the final, and now he is on course to possibly do it again. On Thursday, he guided his team into the semi-finals of this year's World Cup with a 109-run romp over Bangladesh. The result was expected but also marked a major milestone. He became just the third captain, and the first Indian, to lead his country to 100 ODI wins, joining the Australian pair of Ricky Ponting and Allan Border. Typically, Dhoni played down his achievement, focussing on his team, that seemed to be in disarray just over a month ago but have rebounded at the perfect time. "It's always tough. Nothing is easy," Dhoni said when asked how his team turned things around. "It's just that when you've won the game, you tend to brush everything under the carpet, but what's important is to still keep improving in those areas. "So whatever we have not done right in this game, we would like to do it properly in the next one. That's what it's all about. It's nothing like a magic wand where you just wave it and it comes in your favour." Mohammed Shami (2/37 in 8 overs) took his wickets tally to 17 while Ravichandran Ashwin (0/30 in 10 overs) and Ravindra Jadeja (2/42 in 8 overs) again operated well in tandem with big MCG boundaries as cushion. The day however belonged to Rohit, who hit his seventh ODI hundred with 14 boundaries and three sixes to his credit while Raina with seven fours and a big six off Shakib Al Hasan played an equally attractive as well as game-changing knock off 57 balls. Rohit's penchant for scoring big hundred was again evident as he now has two ODI hundreds at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (he has scored 138 vs Australia) and he got runs when it mattered the most, in a crunch game, with his team under some kind of pressure. While the Mumbaikar paced his innings brilliantly scoring the first 50 off 70 balls and the next 87 runs off only 56 balls, the left-hander from UP was more adventurous in his shot selection as he treated both pacers and spinners with equal disdain.

Despite scoring two half-centuries, Rohit has had a quiet tournament. So the very first ball bowled by rival captain Mashrafe was hit through the covers and certainly calmed his nerves. He also had a firm push back past the same bowler for a boundary. Shikhar Dhawan also handsomely drove Taskin Ahmed in the very next over as Indian openers were off the blocks. Mashrafe introduced Nasir Hossain's part-time off-spin as early as siXth over and Rohit quickly cashed in on the opportunity to loft him over extra cover for a boundary. While Shikhar was happy to rotate the strike, Rohit did hit some audacious shots. It included a six down the ground off Nasir as 50 runs came in 9.3 overs. The first 15 overs yielded 70 runs and the first wicket fell in the 17th over when team's key player Shakib al Hasan was brought into the attack. He induced Dhawan with a tossed up ball to come out for the drive and miss it as Mushfiqur Rahim completed the stumping.

BARCELONA, MARCh 19 (AP): Lionel Messi helped Barcelona to a convincing 1-0 win over Manchester City on Wednesday that only goalkeeper Joe Hart prevented from becoming a rout, as the Spanish hosts reached the Champions League quarterfinals for a record eighth consecutive season. Faced with the daunting task of overturning a 2-1 first-leg loss, Manuel Pellegrini's City needed an inspired showing from Hart just to avoid a thrashing as Messi and Neymar ran amok at Camp Nou. A superb pass by Messi for Ivan Rakitic allowed the midfielder to score in the 31st-minute of a lopsided first half that saw Neymar and Luis Suarez hit the woodwork for the home side, while a rattled City racked up four bookings to one shot on goal. City's only chance of a lifeline came with a penalty in the 78th minute, but Barcelona keeper MarcAndre ter Stegen saved Sergio Aguero's spot-kick. City has now lost to Barcelona at this stage of the competition for two years in a row, and is still waiting to make its first appearance in the final eight of Europe's toptier tournament. The contest also highlighted the gulf that has opened up between Spanish and English football at the highest level of club football. With Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid also through, Spain now has

Manchester City's goalkeeper Joe Hart, center, and Manchester City's Vincent Kompany, right, save against Barcelona's Lionel Messi, left, during a Champions League round of 16 second leg, soccer match between FC Barcelona and Manchester City at Camp Nou stadium, in Barcelona, Spain, Wednesday, March 18. (AP Photo)

three teams in the quarterfinals for a third season in a row. By contrast, after having a quarterfinalist each year from 1997-2012, England has none for a second time in three seasons. While City's showed early jitters, Barcelona displayed its usual flair and Messi drew the first of 10 saves made by Hart. City quickly found itself in the predicament that the only way it could slow down Messi— who dribbled

through at least three City player's legs before halftime— and Neymar was by bringing them down. That meant Fernandinho, Aleksandar Kolarov, and David Silva were all booked for fouling the duo by the halfhour mark, and Samir Nasri would further hamstring his side by kicking Neymar after Rakitic put Barcelona in front. Barcelona's goal was, fittingly, a choral affair. Jordi Alba started a counterattack,

Neymar used a smart move to lure in right back Bacary Sagna, and Messi drew the deserved attention of three defenders before lobbing a pass over the top to the unmarked Rakitic. Rakitic used his chest to control Messi's cross before lobbing the ball over Hart and into the far side of the net. Luis Suarez, the scorer of both Barcelona's goals in the first match, was the quiet member of Barcelona's attacking trio until he hit

the post one minute before halftime. City improved with winger Jesus Navas on for Nasri in the second half, but a side that needed two goals to force added time could only cling to Hart. While counterpart Ter Stegen smothered Aguero's spot kick after Gerard Pique had fouled him, Hart had a superb second half that included denying Messi on three clear scoring chances as well as blocking back a pair of Neymar strikes.

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iNDiAN WELLS, MARCh 19 (REUTERS): Serena Williams took one step closer to a capping a remarkable return to Indian Wells after defeating Timea Bacsinszky 7-5, 6-3 on Wednesday to move into the semifinals of the BNP Paribas Open. Williams is playing in Indian Wells following a 14-year boycott of the event where she alleged she had suffered racist abuse from fans. While Williams has said her appearance here has been a victory in itself, a third career tournament triumph would be special for the world number one. "I'm just happy to still be here playing in front of you guys," Williams said during her on-court interview, after finishing with 23 winners and seven aces. "I'm just happy to be here." Williams extended her winning streak to 15 matches and will next face Romania's world number three Simona Halep, who is the last player to have beaten her at the season-ending WTA Championships in Singapore last October. Halep turned up the aggression and rallied for a 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 victory over Carla Suarez Navarro to claim the first women's semifinals berth. The Romanian overcame a blistering start by 12th seed Suarez Navarro at

Serena Williams celebrates winning a point against Timea Bacsinszky, of Switzerland, during their match at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament, Wednesday, March 18, in Indian Wells, Calif. (AP Photo)

Indian Wells to move a step closer to what would be her biggest tournament title. Suarez Navarro could do no wrong in the opening stages of the match, sweeping the first four games to go up 4-0. But Halep clawed back to 4-4, and then 5-5, before the Spaniard regrouped and unleashed a huge forehand winner to claim the first set. From then on, Ha-

lep dominated. "She was opening the court pretty well with the angles, and it's really tough to play and hit the balls from wide in the court, so I knew I had to start playing more aggressively and hit more into the court," Halep said. "I just tried to relax my body and my mind, fight for every point and play my best." Halep finished the match in style, blasting a big ace.

KOhiMA, MARCh 18 (MExN): Bashers Cricket Club, Sparks CC and Blue Star CC all from Dimapur knocked their rivals to book their berth for the quarter finals of 6th Silver Cup T20 Cricket Tournament organized by Youth Department of Nepali Baptist Church Kohima at Local Ground (Khouciezhie). In the first match of the day, Bashers CC defeated Missionshires by 7 wickers. Missionshires elected to bat having won the toss and set a target of 156 runs losing all wickets in 19.2 overs with Kibeuding contributing highest 68 runs. Bashers bowler Suresh claimed 3 rival wickets and Vino took 2 wickets. Chasing the target Bashers achieved it in 18.4 overs with Arun scoring 42 runs, Wabang 35 and Arjun 31 runs. Kibeuding pf Missionshires was adjudged man of the match. Former runners-up Sparks CC won against The Voltage by 5 wickets in the second match. Taking the bat first, Voltage scored 92 runs in 18.4 overs for 10 wickets. Rokuo

and Moarenba contributed highest 26 and 23 runs. Sparks CC bowler Along and Nagaho claimed three rival wickets each while they managed to reach the target in 13 overs losing 5 wickets with Aosashi and Shanawaz scoring 21 runs each. Nagaho of Sparks CC was adjudhed the man of the match for claiming 3 rival wickets. Voltage bowler Tsuknung claimed two rival. In the last match of the day, defnding champions Blue Star knocked out Nemesis by 34 runs. Taking the bat first, they set a tally of 161 runs losing 7 wickets in 20 overs with Michael scoring highest 45 runs followed by Imliwati and Rahul 29 runs each. Chasing the target Nemesis managed to score 126 runs losing 6 wickets in 20 overs. Sedezalie scored highest 54 runs. Michael of Blue Star was adjudged man of the match for his 45 runs and claiming two rival wickets. Matches for March 20: United CC vs Kohima Capitals @ 7am NBCK YD vs Eighties CC @ 10am FCC vs Flamingos @ 1pm

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POWERGRID enables the State of Manipur to directly draw its share of power from Palatana Power Plant by completing the 400 kV Silchar-lmphal Line (to be initially charged at 132 kV)

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POWERGRID has achieved yet another milestone by completing the SilcharImphal transmission line between Assam and Manipur, built on 400 kV specifications and to be operated initially at 132kV voltage level. With the charging of the line on 15.03.2015, the State of Manipur will be able to draw its share of from Palatana Gas Based Power Plant in Tripura directly through the National Grid and will have a solid electrical connectivity with rest of the country. The 167 Km long line passes through tough geographical area with deep valleys & steep hills (altitudes up to 1200 meters) imposing challenging working conditions and, this commendable feat could be achieved only with the unstinting support from the Government of Manipur, people of Manipur and Ministry of Power, Government of India. This is the 1st line with 400 kV specifications in the state of Manipur and with addition of this line the power scenario in the state shall improve significantly. By completing such a long line across difficult terrain, POWERGRID has yet again displayed its dedication towards the service of the nation & its people.

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