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Nagaland State Minister for School Education, Yitachu recently said that given the state of affairs in his department, he had expected at least 100 government schools to give nil result in 2016, i.e., zero pass percentage. He was speaking at Nagaland Legislative Assembly session in March. The Minister’s lowered expectations were surpassed as ‘only’ 30 schools produced nil result yet again this year like in 2016. Not for efforts from the Department of School Education (DoSE) though. The Minister’s worries were placed in real state of affairs—50 percent of government schools operate without math teachers. Where available, the math teachers are underqualified for the job. The Department failed to provide adequate teachers to 132 schools in 2014 and 21 schools in 2016. Given this, students are evading government schools like the plague. According to NBSE data, in 2016, out of 22319 student enrolment in Class 10, nearly 74% (or 16495) chose private schools, as against 26.09% (or 5404), who probably had no choice but to go for government schools. This is how the Welfare State of Nagaland operates. No teachers, poor infra ‘Bura Namsang Government High School struggling with only five teachers; no headmaster.’ Several local dailies carried this headline in Feb-

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ruary 2016. DoSE had failed to deploy a headmaster, assistant headmaster and graduate teachers, especially in Math and Science subjects. In 2017, when the HSLC results were declared, the school, situated over 302 kilometer away Nagaland capital Kohima, in Tamlu sub-division, Longleng district, was among the 30 government high schools (GHS) in the State that showed ‘zero’ result. Five students from the school appeared for the exam. In September 2016, students of GHS, Chessore, Tuensang took out a march against the Nagaland State Government’s “failure” to post Math and Science teachers in the school. It was temporarily shut down by organizations in the area demanding rectification. This school managed to score 53% pass percentage, far above the 42% average of government schools in Nagaland State. “School upgraded, but no building,” stated another headline about GHS, Seyochung in Kiphire District informing that though it was upgraded from Government Middle School in 2013, regular classes had yet to begin due to lack of a school building. No wonder then that the school showed zero result. The most privileged in terms of educational avenues, even Government Schools in Dimapur and Kohima are not immune to perpetual apathy that inflicts them all over the State.

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science teachers and the absence of administrators, amplified by unpaid salaries and proxies make government schools the resort for many students. The performance of many government schools in HSLC exams has been mediocre, with many schools showing nil results. In 2014, 24 GHS secured nil results which sky-rocketed to 38 in 2015 before ‘stabilizing’ to 30 in both 2016 and 2017. Two private schools, one in Dimapur and other in Mokokchung, also showed nil results. It has become customary to vilify government schools. However, the pass percentage in government schools improved from 32.81% in 2016 to 42.60% in 2017, an increase by over 29%. Statistics reveal that among the 30 schools, only five schools had over 10 students sitting for the Cumulative outcome Visible lack of infra- exam while the rest were in structure, want of math/ single digits, below five.

Two arrested for kidnapping, four for breaking into ATM DIMAPUR, MAY 10 (MExN): Dimapur Police have arrested two persons in connection with a case of abduction for ransom that occurred on April 28. A press note from the PRO, Dimapur Police informed that East Police Station, Dimapur was in receipt of information regarding a Haryana registered truck being hijacked by miscreants and the driver, one Ramesh Kumar, reportedly abducted. The owner of the truck based in Haryana received a ransom demand of Rs.10 lakhs for release of the truck and the driver. Following

this, the Dimapur Police recovered the truck from 7th Mile area - adjacent to the Highway, on May 2. The victim was also rescued from Tenyiphe- A village the same day. The Police arrested one Jacob Deo Poumai. Then on May 3, police said that the prime accused, identified as one Nihara @ Hasina Begum was also arrested. “More people are found to be involved in the crime and efforts to arrest them is underway,” police added. In a separate case, Dimapur Police on May 9 arrested four persons for attempting to break into

an ATM booth in the two and a half mile area. The incident occurred at around 3:30am in the morning. Teams on duty rushed to the spot and found the teller machine damaged and that the miscreants had fled already. However, a search of the area led to the arrest of the miscreants from the Darogapathar village area. The arrested persons were identified as Inavito Achumi, Rodip Kachari, Hokito Sume and Veyikhu Ayemi. A vehicle and implements used for the commission of the crime were also seized from their possessions.

PSU resolves to restrict movement of timber laden trucks from June 1

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DIMAPUR, MAY 10 (MExN): The Peren Students Union (PSU) today informed that no log laden truck will be allowed to ply within its territorial jurisdiction after May 31, 2017. In a letter to the Peren Deputy Commissioner, the PSU talked about the growing menace of deforestation and its adverse effect on the environment. It further appreciated the call of DPDB, Peren in taking “rightful measures to combat deforestation which is a big problem in the world today, with hundreds and even thousands of vulnerable forests being cut down, which has also led to loss of many different species of plant, tree and animal, having a devastating effect on the climate…” The PSU informed that

any truck transporting timber (Fanta size) will be subjected to verification within the territorial jurisdiction of Peren and all its satellite villages from June 1 onwards. Any Individual/ Groups failing to comply by the same will be imposed a penalty so decided by the Village Customary Court, and the seized goods will be confiscated, it warned. The union further stated that it would “not be responsible for any untoward incident that may occur, in case of its intervention.” Deforestation, it stated has become the greatest threat to biodiversity and species existence across the world. The Government of Nagaland has provided the “Nagaland Tree

Felling Regulation, 2002” laying the regulations for felling of trees. The PSU urged the DC to issue directions to the concerned department to mandatorily conduct physical verification and issue permits as per the norms and procedures laid out. It also asked that officials/personnel manning the Forest and Police Check Gates across the district be issued stringent order not to permit the movement of timber/log laden trucks. In the event of failure to abide by the same, the undersigned will engage its volunteers to impose the restrictions, for which we shall not be held accountable, it cautioned. The PSU also asked the DC to make available the

details of all registered tree plantations in the district and permits issued thereof to any individuals/groups etc. The name(s) of permit holders along with location details and number of trees permitted for felling in non forest areas and number of transit passes issued against the same is sought from April 1, 2015 till date, the PSU stated. “In this common endeavour of arresting deforestation which has extreme effect on Global Warming and Climate Change, it is urged upon your competent authority to impose the measures as proposed and avoid interventions of any kind by units/volunteers who will be delegated by the undersigned to execute them,” the PSU said to the DC.

Overall, the total number of students that appeared exams in these schools was only 181, an average of six students per school. The performance also reflected huge district wide disparities with schools in eastern Nagaland suffering the most. For instance, among schools securing ‘nil results’, nine were in Tuensang, six in Longleng, four in Zunheboto, three each in Mon and Kiphire. Dimapur with three schools and Mokokchung with two complete the list. In overall pass performance, the bottom of the list was captured by eastern districts with Longleng being the lowest at 7%, followed by Mon and Kiphire at 11% each and Tuensang at 19%. The only district lower than the eastern districts was Zunheboto at 16%. Among the private schools, the worst performer was Tuensang at 14.17%, topped by Kohima and Phek at 86%.

A Silver lining Despite the poor performance by many government schools, a silver lining emerged in the form of six securing 100% pass percentage. They include three schools from Mokokchung District – GHS Sungratsu, Mongsenyimti and Changtongya B; one in Kohima –GHS PWD Colony; and one each in Phek and Kiphire – GHS Phusachodu and GHS Amahator respectively. It was not a case of one appearance-one pass, but an average of 6 students per school, with the highest at GHS Phusachodu with 15 students. The g ove r nm e nt should study what led to their success and emulate such methods in other government schools. Continued apathy only means the government does not aspire to provide education to every child, nor a people that can make informed decisions for the future.

The Nagaland Board of Schools Education (NBSE), on May 8, declared the results for HSLC and HSSLC showing one of the best performances in recent times. However, when carefully scrutinised, it depicted a peculiar scenario – two separate criteria were applied to measure the same results. For instance, for overall aggregates of the qualified students at the State level. For both government and private schools, the Board arrived at the percentage based on the number of students ‘enrolled for exam.’ But curiously for individual schools/district percentages, NBSE took ‘enrollment at start of the year’ as the parameter, regardless of whether a student had left school midway or dropped out during internal selection exam. Consequently, huge discrepancies appear between individual school/district and State level aggregate figures. Take, for instance, the case of performance of government schools – the State level pass percentage at 42.60 was based on ‘persons enrolled for exam’ while district wise data was based on ‘enrollment at start of the year.’ Thus, Kohima showed a pass percentage of 57%, which would have been 73.15% if calculated on the basis of ‘person enrolled for exam.’ Similar calculation was done for the individual school performances. If the State level aggregates was done using the same parameters, the pass percentages of government schools would drastically drop from 42.60% to 31.32%. The average of private schools will also decrease from 86.74% to 77.17%. This system has been followed for the past 3-4 years, sources informed. Deliberate, says NBSE When enquired with the apparent discrepancies in criteria followed to calculate the figures, NBSE Public Information Officer, Dziesevolie Tsürho said that it was deliberate. Aggregate percentage is worked out from the actual number of students enrolled for the final exam, he informed. This was done “to discourage strict screening of students by the schools.” “There are instances where the school admits/enrolls maximum students in the beginning of the year and many are screened out before final just to maintain percentage.”

Partnering in action for humanitarian norms, gender & child rights protection Morung Express news Dimapur | May 10

Several intellectuals, experts and social activists from diverse backgrounds, yet working for a common cause—improvement of the human condition, converged here on Wednesday at Hotel Acacia and deliberated on Humanitarian Norms, Gender and Child Rights Protection, indentifying the problems, challenges and current approaches to the issues. The event was organized by the Naga Peoples’ Movement for Human Rights (NPMHR) in the form of a seminar on “partnering in action towards international campaign for humanitarian norms, gender and child rights protection.” “State cannot deny the due process of law to anybody” said resource person for the seminar and Director, Centre for Refugee Law Studies and Research GU & President, Citizens Collective Coordinator, IIPDEP, Prof. Subhram Rajkhowa. He was speaking on the topic ‘International Humanitarian Norms,’ and pointed out the conspicuous policy of the Government of India in dismissing “armed conflict” as a “law and order problem” – the State’s recourse to prevent international intervention and the application of humanitarian laws.

Participants of the seminar organized by the naga Peoples’ Movement for Human Rights in Dimapur on May 10. (Photo by Betoka Swu)

The government, he asserted, cannot shy away from inviting international agencies to monitor and assess conflicts. He further stated that the State cannot deny the due process of law to anybody. Rajkhowa added that the application of humanitarian laws was not confined to war (between nations) but has a much wider scope. As per Common Article 3 of the Geneva Convention, humanitarian laws encompass non-international armed conflicts and most of today’s conflicts, including those in the North East, are under this category in nature, he added. He also underscored the need to promote nonstate actors like the International Red Cross Society

(IRCS) in conflict areas, saying they cannot work independently in highlighting violation of human rights. He also dwelt on various aspects and provisions of the Geneva and Hague Conventions from where oppressed movements could draw recourse. Dr. Anungla Aier, Principal of Kohima Science College meanwhile remarked that Naga society was at the crossroads of tradition and modernity and called for the re-examination of the cultural precondition of stringent patriarchal values. She highlighted gender issues as one of the most critical areas in Naga society. She further stated that an imbalance of power was deeply embedded in the social, economic and polit-

ical structure of the society, calling for re-examining the gender equation from a ‘human rights view’, and not a traditional view. Dr Aier also pointed out the various forms of gender discrimination in Naga customary practices. The key challenge to secure women’s rights, she stated, was to break down the structural obstacles built around traditional practices. This, she stated, can be achieved with active participation of men and through creation of an enabling environment in Naga society. K. Ela, the Director of Prodigals’ Home Dimapur, meanwhile stated that children were not living in a safe society with many running away from home to avoid sexual abuse and violence.

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Kohima, may 10 (mExN): K. Moses Chalai (IAS), Joint Secretary to the Government of India, Ministry of Women & Child Development, who is on an official visit to Nagaland, went to various service centres established for women and children in Kohima on May 9. A review meeting was also convened with the officials of the Social Welfare Department. Chaired by Dellirose M. Sakhrie, IAS, Secretary, T. Merangtsungba Aier, Director gave an overview of the ICDS implementation in the State during the meeting. Daisy Mezhur, Mission Director, State Resource Centre for Women (SRCW) and Gracy Ayee, SRCW presented on the status of One Stop Centre, Women

K. Moses Chalai with officials during the review meeting held with Social Welfare Department in Kohima on May 9.

Helpline, Mission Porna Shakti and VCFS. Juliana Medom, SRCW and Zhoi Lohe, SDO (C) briefed about the implementation of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao at the State and district levels respectively. Additional Secretary Z. Nyusietho Nyuthe presented on the State Child Protection So-

ciety. The challenges and way forward for all the above cited schemes were deliberated in detail, according to a press release received here. This was followed by a meeting with the Chief Secretary, Pankaj Kumar (IAS). The Joint Secretary inspected the Kohima Or-

phange Home and the Anganwadi Centre at D-Block, Kohima, and visited the recently established SakhiOne Stop Centre, Kohima. The official trip concluded with his visit to the Women Helpline (181), which provides 24x7 services to women affected by violence, the release added.

Nukhu inspects Polytechnic Institute construction Wo Kha , may 10 (DiPR): Parliamentary Secretary for Higher & Technical Education Deo Nukhu inspected the ongoing Wokha Polytechnic Institute at Pangti village on May 9. The purpose of his visit was to oversee the progress of construction work which started since 2015. All the necessary infrastructure works including the administrative quarter and class room, staff quarter, boy’s hostels, principal’s quarter have been completed. The Parliamentary Secretary informed that the proposal for creation of post for the said institution has already been put up and expressed hope that the institution is likely to commence from 2018 onwards. He also informed that for upgradation of the present institutions to higher level

Parliamentary Secretary Deo Nukhu inspects the ongoing Wokha Polytechnic Institute at Pangti village on May 9. (DIPR Photo)

is under process and this is with the intention to include more viable subject like electrical and mechanical and other important subjects which will benefit the students. He

also added that that with the construction of NH Wokha-Merapani road Wokha Polytechnic will become a good centre of education for the district and the State as a whole.

The Parliamentary Secretary was accompanied by Department officials from Kohima and Wokha District Administration let by ADC, Bhandari, Orenthung Lotha.

Miss Elite Dr. Priyadarshiri in Mokokchung Suki’s Magic Box a children’s book released Aids in free medical health check up

Doctors along with the members of Youth Association Aongza ward and Mokokchung Young Hearts United at the free medical health checkup held at Aongza ward Health Sub-centre, Mokokchung. (Morung Photo) Morung Express News Mokokchung | May 10

Dr. Priyadarshiri Borah, MBBS, Miss Elite 2016 made her presence here today at Mokokchung and took part in the free

medical health check up organized by the Youth Association Aongza Ward (YAAW) in collaboration with Mokokchung Young Hearts United (MYHU) at Aongza ward Health Subcentre, Mokokchung.

Dr. Priyadarshiri Borah was joined by Dr. Abangdi Changkiri, MBBS, Dr. Rachael Moangkala, MBBS, Dr. Kilang Pongener, Medicine Specialist and Dr. I. Taka Pongener, MBBS, Senior Medical officer.

More than 200 patients from different parts of the town turned up for the free medical checkup. The Students and teachers of Pongentula Government Middle also availed the free check-up and treatment.

'Beyond Books' prog in schools under Pughoboto soon Pughoboto, may 10 (DiPR): SDPDB Pughoboto meeting for the month of May was held under the chairmanship of Minister for R & B and SDPDB chairman Y. Vikheho Swu at the ADC office, Pughoboto on May 9. Speaking at the meeting, he said that that programme for launching of 'Beyond Books' is in the offing for interaction in schools. He said that that eight member will sent

to schools every month and necessary details will be worked out in the next meeting. The minister said that tree plantation drive in villages under his area under LADF last year was successful and the same will be continued from Friday i.e. May 12. He directed all the officials to be in station and take part in the drive. He also highlighted on the piglets that were distributed earlier for benefit

of the farmers and said that 68 more piglets were purchased recently to cover more villages. The Minister informed the Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Department, Pughoboto to impart training to the beneficiaries for rearing the piglets. Felicitation pro gramme for the toppers and successful candidates will be held in the next SDPDB meeting, the Minister informed while congratu-

lating the successful candidates. The house recommended the Little Explore School, Ghathashi for recognition and also agreed for setting up of a team for 'Clean Award 2017' under Pughoboto. The SDPDB directed the SDEO Pughoboto to find out the shortage of teachers and others problems and hold meeting with the ADC to discuss with the Director of schools concerned.

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Suki’s Magic Box- a children’s book written by a ten years old Naga girl Sochumlo Suki Ezung was launched on May 10 at LCS Building Kohima. Published by PenThrill Publication House, the book was released by Daisy Mezhür, Secretary, Nagaland State Social Welfare Board & Mission Director, State Resource Center for Women. “People inspired me to write- teachers, friends and family. Simple things and objects that catch my attention inspire me to write. There is so much joy in writing,” said Sochumlo Suki Ezung, during the launch, who at the age of ten has become the youngest and first ever published child author in Nagaland. The illustration for the book was drawn by Yimyanglula Longkumer, a friend and classmate of Suki while the coloring for the illustration was prepared by six years old Liree Jane Krocha. Suki started writing at the age of seven when her mother bought her a notepad to keep her occupied in Church, which enabled her to begin writing, making up songs, stories and writing letters to God. “When I got a new notebook with attractive colors and pictures my stories became even more lengthier.” admits Suki who mentioned her inspiration in the simple and ordinary

Suki (center) with Yimyanglula Longkumer the illustrator (right) and Liree Jane Krocha (left) during the book release held on May 10. (Morung Photo)

such as “a glass case with some pebbles inside standing at the corner of the table” or “the sight of a lone sunflower fallen inside a car”. “Sometimes I let my character say things that I want to express and sometimes I even become the character. Real conversations and real experiences become part of my story,” mentions the young writer. Akumtila Kikon, who gave an introduction of the Author noted that Suki is a creative child with a carefree spirit and a bold nature. Hoping that the book will be a beginning of many dreams to come true, Kikon urged the parents to allow the children “to dream and be what they want to be, and not get stuck with the conventional.” “Suki has magically

given life to her characters and I find it amazing that at her age, she is already conscious of the world around her. If you read through her stories, you will find that she deeply values life and cares not only for friends and family, but for peace and love to reign in the world. It’s beautiful how she also put her stories together reflecting her concern for our environment which needs much attention,” said Vishü Rita Krocha in her publisher’s note. Expressing that the book gives her great hope for the future of literature in Nagaland, Krocha also noted that it will also be a source of inspiration for many more children and young people to do something worthwhile with their lives.

Krocha lauded the parents of Suki for nurturing and molding her dreams in “such a manner where she is able to not only imagine a world beyond, but in doing so, she is also reaching out to many children out there to follow their dreams.” In her acknowledgements, Meripeni Zares Ezung, mother of Suki, encouraged parents and elders to let the children be what they want to be. “Usually we treat our kids as ‘kids’ but they are someone already. If we can just let them be,” noted Ezung. Although the scenario is changing in Naga society, Daisy Mezhür in her address mentioned how the male child continues to receive better treatment and care. However, Mezhür noted that today, “Naga girls are doing us proud, they doing extremely well” and further encouraged the parents to continue to give their daughters the same equal education and care. During the launch, a special number was presented by Vitshuseinuo Solo, a classmate and friend of Suki while a few thoughts were also shared by the Illustrator Yimyanglula Longkumer. Priced at Rs. 300, the book published by PenThrill publication House is available at Crossword, Bible House, Chapru. The book is also available for online purchase at ilandlo.com

KDLSA promotes legal consciousness among Sikh community Kohima, may 10 (mExN): With an aim to promote legal consciousness, Kohima District Legal Services Authority (KDLSA) organized legal awareness programme with Sikh community at Gurudwara, D’Block Kohima on May 10. Eminent Sikh leaders settled in Kohima and KDLSA lawyers participated in the awareness programme. Speaking on Rights of the Consumer, Sunjib Rana, Panel Lawyer, KDLSA informed on how consumers could file compliant and claim compensation under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. While explaining the hierarchy of the consumer courts, he

Members of Kohima District Legal Services Authority during the legal awareness programme with Sikh community held at Gurudwara, D’Block Kohima on May 10.

also appraised that a consumer could approach the consumer court and seeks quick redress free of cost from a Consumer court (forum) situated in each district. Delivering a speech on

human trafficking, Zheviholi Swu, Panel Lawyer, KDLSA emphasized on the Immoral Prevention Act, 1956. She lamented that human trafficking is a trend in Nagaland, which is common particularly among

women and children for domestic worker, prostitution, marriage, organ removal, child labor etc. Zheviholi Swu informed that through the Victim Compensation Scheme, 2012, victim of human trafficking could avail compensation for the loss or injury. She said that the scheme could be availed by submitting an application to the district legal service authority. Speaking on rights of an arrested person, Nenli Kez, Panel Lawyer, KDLSA, highlighted the gathering about the rights available if a person is arrested. She further appraised on speedy trail, remedies of bail available

for the accused under section 167 CrPC, how arrest are made for women and children, Juvenile Justice Act, 2000 etc. Earlier, proposing welcome address, Lakhwinder Singh, President, Sikh Community, Kohima lauded KDLSA fir organizing the legal awareness. He said that it was the first time such legal awareness programme is conducted with the Sikh community in Kohima. This was followed by an interaction session, after which Keduvi Zhotso, Panel Lawyer KDLSA, pronounced the vote of thanks. Two elderly persons share a light moment at Chozuba town under Phek District. (Photo by The programme was Chizokho Vero) chaired by Temsu Walling, Panel Lawyer KDLSA.

High end Hotels in Dimapur to support Smoke Free Campaign DimaPuR, may 10 (mExN): An awareness programme on compliance of Section 4 of COTPA 2003 for the hotels in Dimapur was held in CMO Conference Hall on May 10. Managers from 15 high end hotels attended the program According to Dr C Tetseo DNO NTCP, Smoking and keeping anything which assists smoking like ashtrays and match boxes is prohibited Participants during the awareness programme on compliance of Section 4 of COTPA 2003 in hotels and Restaurants for the hotels in Dimapur held in CMO Conference Hall on May 10. and they also have to dis-

play mandatory signage .Any violation of the provision this section will attract a penalty of Rs 200/-. The hotel managers of the 15 hotels in Dimapur have agreed to support the Smoke free Dimapur campaign and they will also make efforts to make the hotels Smoke free. Dr C Tetseo also requested all the other hotels to conform to the smoke free norms as regular inspection will carried out in the days to come.

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Aryans Group announces over 200 scholarships for NE students Imphal, may 10 (mExN): The Aryans Group of Colleges, Chandigarh has announced 200 scholarships especially for North East students. According to a press release, various scholarship schemes for the needy and deserving students are being provided by the college some of which include: Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scholarship, scholarship for Tribal students, Late M.R. Kataria Memorial scholarship, Roshaan Scholarship scheme etc. Interested students can

reserve the seat under various scholarship schemes by giving a missed call on Aryans Tollfree helpline 1800-30000-388 or on website www.aryans.edu.in The Aryans Group of Colleges has also started admissions under its 11th Batch for the 2017-18 session. Students can also seek the free counselling of the courses available after 10th, 12th & Graduation including B.Tech, Leet, LL.B, BA-LL.B, MBA, BBA, BCA, B.Com, BA, B.Ed, MA(Edu), B.Sc(Agri), ANM, GNM, Polytechnic etc.

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The Pungro Area College Students Union (PACSU) conveys hearty congratulation to Mr. Tsüpihmew, son of Rükhiukui who hails from Pungro Village, for securing Top 16th and also securing the subject topper in Foundation of information Technology with cent per cent in the recent HSLC examination. Furthers the Union also extends gratitude to all the HSLC and HSSLC successful candidates and wishes all a bright and a successful endeavour.

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Manipur’s ‘Tribal movement’ ends Manipur CM meets with hill peoples Newmai News Network Imphal | May 10

The so called “Tribal movement” against the three controversial bills came to end on the 618th day today following the signing of a 9-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the State Government of Manipur and the Joint Action Committee Against Anti Tribal Bills (JAC-AATB) at Mizo People Convention Office, Churachandpur in south Manipur. Following this development, Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed happiness and gratitude to those organizations and leaders involved resolving the issue. “The State Government of Manipur honours the sentiment of the tribal people of Manipur,” said the MoU. It was also agreed to perform “honourable burial” of the eight dead bodies by JAC-AATB on or before May 25. “In future, any new bill which affects the interest of indigenous tribal people, the State Government will follow due procedure as laid down in the Constitution of India and relevant rules in consultation with all stakeholders,” the MoU stated. The MoU recalled that the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India

conveyed on May 11, 2016 to the State Government that the President of India withheld the “Protection of Manipur People Bill, 2015”. “In respect of other two Bills, namely, The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms (7th Amendment) Bill, 2015 and Manipur Shops and Establishments (2nd Amendment) Bill, 2015 are pending with the Government of India and any future course of action will be in consultation with stakeholders,” it added. The State Government in its MoU acknowledged the demands of the JAC-AATB regarding the administration of the indigenous tribal people of Manipur. The state Government “shall extend all possible help and cooperation in the tripartite talk with Suspension of Operation (SoO) groups where various other issues and interests of indigenous tribal people of Manipur will be protected,” it added. As per the MoU, ex-gratia of Rs. 5 lakhs and permanent employment will be awarded to the next of kin of dead persons on or before May 25, 2017. Compensation of Rs 50,000 will also be provided to the 48 injured persons on or before May 25, 2017. Government jobs will also be given to 8 persons who became “disabled” be-

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cause of the incident along with compensation of Rs 2 lakhs each on or before May 25, 2017. The State Government will also provide financial assistance for establishment of a Memorial Park at Lamka and a Memorial Hall at Singnat. “The State Government acknowledges the demand for creation of a new district by the JAC-AATB for administrative convenience and better delivery of services to the people. This matter will be considered by the State Cabinet on submission of report by District Boundary Commission,” one of the points in the MoU said. The State Government will also ensure proper investigation on the incident of police firing and subsequent death of civilians and take up action as per law. Chief Convenor H Mangchinkhup led the JAC-AATB team while Manipur Chief Secretary, O Nabakishore led the State Government side. On August 31, 2015, the Manipur Assembly passed three bills which became contentious since then. The tribal people termed the bills “anti-tribal.” Nine protesters were killed and many injured when violence broke in Churachandpur district following passing of the bills. Of the nine bodies, eight remain in the Churachandpur District Hospital mortuary as a deadlock ensued.

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Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh’s initiative for the public to have easy access to the government functionaries including legislators kick-started today with the Chief Minister himself meeting leaders and activists from the hill districts at the CM’s official residence. Last month the Manipur Government had announced that on the 10th day of every month “hill representatives will be allowed to meet” the Chief Minister from 10 am to 4 pm. If the day is a holiday then the programme will be held on the next working day. Biren attended to the grievances of around 500 people representing around 50 different civil society organisations and villages from 8 am to 1 pm today, according to the Chief Minister's Secretariat. Biren took the decision

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every month), Biren also urged them to publicise the schedule and venue of holding the day on the media one day in advance. He further said that elaborate arrangements would be made in his official residence as well to organise the day on May 15. On the day, the Chief Minister, the Deputy Chief Minister, Ministers, the Chief Secretary, the DGP, administrative secretaries, the Heads of Departments, the Deputy Commissioners, the SPs and the SDOs/ BDOs will meet the general public in their respective offices from 10 am to 4 pm to place their grievances or issues. Ever since he took over the helm of affairs, Biren has been introducing measures to give a strong message to the people that his government is a people's government. Biren's "Go Hills" slogan has also been attracting the hill peoples. The Chief Minister has been expressing his concern on the wide divide between the hills and valley driven by a myriad of issues.

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Production of food grain a record 273.38 mn tonnes: Agriculture Ministry New Delhi, May 10 (iaNS): India’s total food grains production in 2016-17 was estimated at a “record” 273.38 million tonnes, according to its third advance estimates, the Agriculture Ministry said on Tuesday. It shows increase in the production compared to the second advanced estimates -- issued in February - which had projected 271.98 million tonnes for the same agriculture crop year, which start from October. The ministry called the production numbers “a record” as bumper harvest is expected in food grains such as rice, wheat, coarse cereals, maize, pulses, toor (pigeon pea), and urad (split black gram). The ministry arrived at these estimates after assessment of production of different crops based on the feedback received from states and its validation using information obtained

from other sources. “As per third advance estimates for 2016-17, total food grain production in the country is estimated at 273.38 million tonnes, 8.34 million tonnes (3.15 per cent) than the previous record production of 265.04 million tonnes achieved during 2013-14,” said the

release. “The current year’s production is also higher by 16.37 million tonnes (6.37 per cent) than the previous five years’ (2011-12 to 201516) average production of food grains. The current year’s production is significantly higher by 21.81 million tonnes than the last

year’s food grain production.” Total production of rice is estimated at 109.15 million tonnes, which is higher by 2.5 million tonnes than previous record production of 106.65 million tonnes in 2013-14. Similarly, the production of wheat, estimated

at 97.44 million tonnes, is higher than the previous record production of 95.85 million tonnes in 2013-14. “Production of coarse cereals estimated at a new record level of 44.39 million tonnes, which is higher than the average production by 3.04 million tonnes. It is higher than the previous record production of 43.40 million tonnes achieved during 2010-11 by 0.99 million tonnes,” said the release. The ministry said that the significant increase in the area coverage and productivity of all major pulses led to total production during 2016-17 to be estimated at 22.40 million tonnes, which is higher by 3.15 million tonnes than the previous record production of 19.25 million tonnes in 2013-14. “With an increase of 7.27 million tonnes over the previous year, total oilseeds production in the

India’s cotton area seen rising 15% to 3-yr high as prices rally

country is estimated at record level of 32.52 million tonnes. It is higher by 0.85 million tonnesAthan the previous record production of 32.75 million tonnes achieved during 2013-14,” as per the release. The ministry said that the higher productivity of cotton has resulted into higher production of 32.58 million bales (of 170 kg each) as compared to 30.01 million bales during 201516. Meanwhile, the production of sugarcane and jute & mesta is estimated to be lower this year. “Production of sugarcane is estimated at 306.03 million tonnes which is lower by 42.42 million tonnes than the last year’s production of 348.45 million tonnes, and of Jute & Mesta estimated at 10.27 million tonnes (of 180 kg each) - marginally lower than their production of 10.52 million bales during the last year.

Online gaming Renault Duster base version scores industry in India to zero stars in Global NCAP crash test hit $1 bn by 2021 New Delhi, May 10 (Fiscores three stars, but this too MUMBai, May 10 (iaNS): Though still in a nascent stage, the online gaming industry in India is expected to grow to $1 billion by 2021 from the current $360 million - a growth rate of 20 per cent - with the online gamers community reaching 310 million by 2021, a GoogleKPMG report said on Wednesday. There has been a 117 per cent spike in searches for online games by Indians, offering huge potential for developers, said the report titled “Online Gaming in India: 2021”. The report is based on a primary qualitative and quantitative research executed by global market research firm IMRB that covered over 3,000 respondents across 16 geographies. The respondents were in the age group of 16-45 years who own smartphones and tablets/laptop/PC with internet connection. The report provided a detailed overview of the online gaming industry in India, its potential growth, the challenges and growth opportunities for developers. The report also highlighted the consumer insights in terms of demographics and their gaming preference, their usage and spending patterns.

NaNcial expreSS): In an effort to increase the safety of occupants in a passenger vehicle, the Safe Cars for India campaign was initiated by Global NCAP to test Indian models provided by various manufacturers in the country. In a recent crash test conducted by Global NCAP, French automaker’s Renault’s Duster was tested in its base version without airbags which has surprisingly scored zero stars. According to the Global NCAP report, the manufacturer requested for another test which had the optional driver airbag in the base variant. This model, however, scored three stars but, when compared to the Latin American model, which scored four stars in the Latin NCAP, the number was still not up to the mark of the international

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David Ward, Secretary General of Global NCAP said, “It is troubling that during the UN Road Safety Week we yet again encounter a zero star car in our crash testing in India. Renault produces the Duster in a number of markets and yet it seems content to provide a version for India which falls so far short of safety. The version of the Duster with an airbag

fell short as it was fitted with a smaller airbag. A model with a correctly sized airbag should be provided as standard.” The rising concern for safety has triggered not just a number of manufacturers but also the Government to take necessary steps in order to inculcate safe driving and riding methods. Various safety programmes including the National Road Safety Week which was held from 9th to 15th January, 2017 in association with SIAM-SAFE and Ministry of Road Transport and Highway (MoRTH) also witnessed Renault India participating in the programme. The objective of such road safety campaignsincreasestheawareness amongst commuters and while the evolution of automobiles in the country is taking place fast, safety concerns have a longer road to cover.

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MUMBai, May 10 (reUterS): Cotton planting in India, the world’s biggest producer of the fibre, is likely to rise by 15 percent in the 2017/18 marketing season to a three-year high as farmers switch away from other crops, likely boosting cotton production and exports. Higher output in India could kill a rally that pushed global cotton prices to their highest in three years this month. “This year farmers received higher prices, so they are going to raise the area under cotton. We are expecting around a 15 percent increase,” said Mekala Chockalingam, chairman of the state-run Cotton Corporation of India (CCI), the biggest cotton buyer in the country. Domestic cotton prices rose 19 percent from a year ago to 41,300 rupees ($639) per 356 kg candy, following the rally in overseas prices. A candy is a traditional measure of mass in India. A 15 percent rise in crop area would lift India’s cotton planting to around 12.08 million hectares (29.9 million acres) in the marketing year starting on Oct. 1, highest since the 2014/15 year. That compares to 10.5 million hectares in the current marketing year, the lowest in seven years. “We have lost area in the last few years. We will recover that lost area as long as the monsoon is normal,” said Nayan Mirani, president of Cotton Association of India. Most Indian farmers start planting cotton - a crop that requires lots of moisture - with the onset of monsoon rains in June, although some with irrigated fields start as early as May. India looks likely to receive above average monsoon rainfall as concern over the El Nino weather condition has eased, the chief of India’s weather office said on Tuesday. Oilseeds and pulses compete with cotton in key producing areas like the western states of Maharashtra and Gujarat. Prices of oilseeds and pulses plunged as much as 60 percent due to bumper production this year, which will force many of them to switch to cotton, said Chirag Patel, chief executive officer at Jaydeep Cotton Fibers Pvt Ltd, a leading exporter. India, which competes with Brazil, the United States and African countries in the world market, is estimated to have produced 35.1 million bales in 2016/17, up 3.8 percent from the previous year, according to the state-run Cotton Advisory Board. Pakistan, Bangladesh, China and Vietnam are key buyers of Indian cotton. However, in the last few months Indian textile mills have been aggressively importing cotton due to an appreciation in the rupee. The country is likely to import a record 3 million bales in the current year.

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No political progs allowed in Chessore BJP meeting held in Tamlu during women conference: CVC 4th ENWO general conference on May 17-18 at Chessore village tuensang, May 10 (Mexn): On account of the 4th Eastern Nagaland Women Organisastion (ENWO) general conference and 3rd YWO general conference slated to be held at Chessore village in Tuensang district on May 17 and 18, the Chessore Village Council has unanimously resolved that no political party, individual or group will be allowed to campaign, propagate or organize political programme in any manner at Chessore village and within Chessore area jurisdiction till the aforesaid programmes are peacefully completed. Informing this in a press

statement, W. Ramji Yimchunger, Chairman and Chikum Yimchunger, GB, Chessore Village Council (CVC) warned that “stern action will be taken against defaulters or any person acting to attempting to act in contravention to the resolution.” The resolution, the statement said, “has been necessitated in interest of the concerned and for successful conduct of the said occasion as precautionary measure by taking cognizance of previous instances of some individuals and groups who acted irresponsibly taking advantage over such social gatherings

and thereby adversely vitiated the fundamental objectives of many important programs and occasions.” Further, the CVC sought cooperation of the administration and entire neighboring villages and town to extend all possible help. It also anticipated that “everyone will be human in helping out the needy commuters delegates in the event of any unseen misfortunes that may happen during this time.” CAPF cautions In view of the upcoming 4th ENWO general conference and YWO 3rd general conference, the Chessore

Area Public Forum (CAPF) has also cautioned all the political parties’ candidates and individuals to refrain from all kinds of political campaigns or interference within Chessore area during the aforesaid conferences. The information has been issued for peaceful conduct of the conferences and with good motive, stated a press release from Akhum, President and Kiumukam Yinsoba, General Secretary, CAPF. “If any individual or group (is) found violating this information stern action will be initiated against the defaulting groups or individuals,” the Forum warned.

longleng, May 10 (Mexn): The inauguration of Mandal Office, BJP 49 Tamlu Assembly Constituency cum BJP District Executive Meeting was held at Tamlu Town, Longleng on May 6. The office was inaugurated by Visasolie Lhoungu, President, BJP Nagaland. Speaking on the occasion, Lhoungu lamented the poor developmental conditions of the district and accused those at the helm of affairs for all its woes, according to a press release from Khiubangdibo Chawang, State General Secretary, BJP Nagaland. The party chief also urged the district party members to work diligently for the progress of the party and the citizens as a whole. Further, he “downplayed the unwarranted hearsays” with regard to the BJP, stating the party has no covert agenda other than the development and welfare of the people, the release added. The event was also attended by Ananta Narayan Mishra, Secretary (Org) State, Tsasipi, State Vice President BJP, and Khuibangdibo Chawang, Longleng districtin-charge. Tsasipi and Shaupen Phom, State Council Member, 49 Tamlu Assembly Constituency delivered short speeches. The programme, chaired by Ngaipang Angth, President, BJP 50 Longleng Assembly Constituency, ended with vote of thanks by B. Ajoy Phom, President, BJP Longleng district. Invocation prayer was led by Rev. Mongmei, Pastor, Tamlu Town Baptist Church.

Dimapur Police arrest 7 people NVBDCP, IDSP conduct health camp in hard to reach areas DIMaPuR, May 10 (Mexn): The Anti Extortion Team (AET) of Dimapur Police arrested five persons from Dimapur on charges of extortion recently. Two of them identified as Vikuto Zhimomi and Nitovi Zhimomi were arrested while they were distributing tax slips of the NPGN/NNC (NA) to various garage owners on May 8, informed a press release from ADCP/PRO, Dimapur Police. Both arrested persons are reportedly members of the NPGN/NNC (NA), it said. The other three were arrested on May 4 while they were collecting money from fruit vendors at New Market area. Identified as Ikeya Katty, Botoli Awomi, and Viliho Zhimo, they are reportedly all members of the GPRN/ NSCN, according to the release. Meanwhile, on May 5, the Dimapur Police arrested two persons from New Market area after they were found collecting money from the vendors, it was further informed. The arrested persons are Moameren Jamir and Atoka Ayemi.

NSCN (IM) asks AR to return seized items JaluKIe, May 10 (Mexn): The NSCN (IM) has expressed resentment and condemned what it called “unprovoked raids” carried out by the 36th Assam Rifles on May 5 at 11:15 am in Jalukie. A press release from MIP, NSCN (IM) alleged that the Assam Rifles “purposely” raided the Asalu Zeliangrong Region Administrative Office in Jalukie Town and arrested two cadres and seven civilians “who were kept for correction and rehabilitation”. “The 36th Assam Riffles also confiscated arms, ammunition and documents from the office violating cease fire agreed ground rules, intentionally provoking the peaceful atmosphere and inflicting fear psychosis to the peace loving citizens of Zeliangrong Community,” it added. The NSCN (IM) has asked the 36th AR to return the official documents, arms and ammunitions to the Cease Fire Monitoring Cell office at the earliest to maintain the cordial relationship between the two entities.

KohIMa, May 10 (Mexn): The National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) and Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) jointly undertook a monitoring and supervision tour to Phek and Kiphire districts from May 3–6. The team led by Dr. Kevichusa Medikhru, Joint Director and State Programme Officer (NVBDCP) consisted of Dr. Neisakho Kere, Deputy Director (NVBDCP), Dr. Nyan Kikon, State Nodal Officer (IDSP), Dr. John Kemp, State Surveillance Officer (IDSP), State NVBDCP Consultants and State IDSP officials. The team made supportive supervisory visits to various health units and villages in and around the districts, informed a press release. Throughout the tour the team also conducted physical verification of LLIN

NSCN (IM) Kilo Secretary informs DIMaPuR, May 10 (Mexn): Secretary, Ministry of Kilo Affairs, NSCN (IM) M. Daniel Lotha today informed that “with a view to eradicate crimes, social evils and illegal practices tarnishing Naga tradition and culture in the present scenario,” he officially assigns the Crime Suppression Department (CSD) in and around Dimapur. “In this regard, all concerned is requested to refrain from such unwanted and evil practices and avoid being caught,” he stated in a press release. “Failing to co-operate with the mission, stringent action deemed fit shall be initiated.”

OADT recovers vehicle DIMaPuR, May 10 (Mexn): Operation Acceleration Dimapur Town (OADT) team of the NSCN (IM) has recovered Maruti Zen (NL-01C-0969) bearing chassis number MA3EYD32S00538375 and engine number 119162 on May 8. Therefore, IO (OADT) Major Simon has informed the owner to claim the vehicle by producing authentic documents within seven days. One may contact 9402437539, 7085833728.

NSUK tells families to send students with proper verification

A villager recieves check-up at the health camp in Mimi village.

(Long Lasting Insecticidal Net) usage by the communities in the villages. IPC and FGD were also carried out with the Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) and womenfolk respectively on LLIN usage and prevention and awareness on malaria. The team also visited

Khuza village and Chepoketa village under Phek district and Mimi village under Kiphire district which are categorised as hard to reach areas. The team conducted a health camp at Mimi Sub centre which covers 6 recognised villages and 2 habitations with a combined

population of 6000. Around 40 patients availed the free medical health check up and medicines. Deworming of all the school children and special malaria camp was also conducted in the village. The team also distributed LLINs to the jhum cultivators.

14 graduate from Doulos Theological College

Graduating students of Doulos Theological College, Dimapur with faculty and guests during the 4th convocation service held on May 8.

DIMaPuR, May 10 (Mexn): Doulos Theological College (DTC), Dimapur celebrated its 4th convocation service on May 8 with Rev. Talimeren Longkumer, Regional Director, Nehemiah India as speaker.

Rev. Longkumer encouraged the graduating students to serve God without ceasing, stating this is the beginning of higher calling for God’s mission. He also exhorted the students to utilise the talent for exten-

sion of God’s kingdom. Altogether, ten B.Th students and four M.Div students were awarded degrees. Dr. Onen Jamir, Founder Director, DTC and Dr. Lanu Jamir, Academic Dean, DTC presented the graduates with Awards and Degree Honours. The programme was chaired by Sunep, Lecturer DTC, invoking of God’s blessing was pronounced by Ashang, Lecturer DTC, Scripture reading (Old Testament and New Testament) was done by Loungdouliu, Lecturer DTC, valedictory speech was delivered by Yatilee, B.Th IVth Year and special songs were presented by Himsho, B.Th IIIrd Year and graduating students.

registration Admit Card, class 8 mark sheet & elementary certificate, class 10 Admit Card & mark sheet, class 12 mark sheet, PRC, Indigenous, Tribe/Caste Certificates issued by DC/ADC office, character certificate issued within 6 months by police station/ Gaon Bura, unmarried certificate, NCC & sports certificates (if applicable), 2 sets of photo copy of above documents alongwith 10 colored passport size photographs to the recruitment rally, the release stated.

KolKata, May 10 (Mexn): The Naga Students' Union Kolkata (NSUK) has requested Naga families and relatives of students to send their wards to the city with proper verification and consultation from the union. Naga students seeking help during admissions in and around Kolkata can contact the NSUK President (+917688031897) and General Secretary (+91-7980464153) for assistance, the union said in a press release. Meanwhile, the release informed that NSUK held its election on April 8 during the 52nd parting social of the union. The elected office bearers are: President – Nibo D Zhimo; Vice President – Meshach Khing; General Secretary – Thejaselhou Rhetso; Assistant General Secretary – Toika Yeptho; Finance Secretary – Dinenli Kath; Cultural Secretary – Livi Assumi; Games and Sports Secretary – Adahrü Pfozeh; Assistant Sports Secretary – Renjanthung Ngullie; Information Secretary – Mhademo M Shitio.

Open drawing competition DIMaPuR, May 10 (Mexn): Hindu Yuva Sanga is organizing 4th Open Drawing Competition cum Felicitation Programme for the merit students of HSLC and HSSLC 2017 exams on May 21 at Pranab Jubilee Auditorium, Dimapur. The drawing competition will start at 9am and end at 12:30 pm. Topics for the contest are mentioned in the registration forms. For forms, one has to contact 9774745422/9077000298 and pay Rs. 100 only. Last date of registration is May 14, however spot registration will also be available on the day of competition (May 21). A small craft workshop will also be held in the morning for the parents by Kokuyo Camlin Limited. Meanwhile, the felicitation programme will start at 4:00 pm and continue till 6:00 pm. This was informed in a press release by Hindu Yuva Sanga.

Meetings & AppointMents

Sumi Council, Dimapur emergency meet The Sumi Council, Dimapur (SCD) has convened an emergency meeting on May 12, 3:00 pm at its office premises, Supply Colony. All the Sumi Council office bearers, executive members, Advisors, Dimapur Sumi Totimi Hoho president & office bearers and their unit presidents, all Sumi GBs and Chairmen of colonies under Dimapur are requested to attend the meeting positively as some important matters are to be discussed, stated a press release from Kuhoi Zhimo, Chairman, Sumi Council, Dimapur.

GST awareness training in Mkg Office of the Deputy Commissioner Taxes, Mokokchung, together with Central Excise and Customs department, Government of India will be conducting an awareness training on Goods and Service Tax (GST) at Mokokchung Town Hall on May 12, 10:00 am onwards. Superintendent of Taxes, Mokokchung, Zulutemsu has informed all the dealers of Mokokchung to attend the training positively. He said the training is being organized in the best interest of the dealers. DPDB Chairman & Parliamentary Secretary Deo Nukhu addresses the monthly Phek District Planning & Development Board meeting on May 10. (DIPR Photo)

Parliamentary Secretary for CAWD & Taxes Dr. Benjongliba Aier visited the site where NSF conference will be held from May 30 to June 1 at Chungtiayimsen in Mokokchung on May 6. Dr. Aier with the Village Council members of the 8 villages under Tzurangkong Range reviewed the ongoing works. This was followed by interaction with the council members and students. Later, Dr. Aier visited the Merangmen Headquarters along with the Boarder Magistrate, Tzurangkong and other officials and held various discussions for the welfare of the administrative set up.

Zunheboto, May 10 (DIPR): Zunheboto Town was hit by hailstorm on evening of May 9. At North Point colony, as many as 70 houses were destroyed or partially damaged along with cultivations. However, no loss of lives was reported.

KohIMa, May 10 (Mexn): Sub Divisional Officer (C) Sadar Kohima, Kethosituo Sekhose has informed all the Gaon Buras (GBs) concerned under Kezocha Administrative Circle & Kohima Sadar Administrative Circle (KMC Areas and Kohima/Chedema/Chedema Model village) who have submitted the Annual House Tax for the year 2017 to personally collect their commission from the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Kohima during office hours.

Admit Card for army recruitment Phek DPDB meeting: Members KohIMa, May 10 (Mexn): ARO Ran- May 20 – Kohima and Phek. asked to be punctual and regular Candidates should bring their online gapahar has notified that it will generate Admit Card on May 13 for all the candidates who have applied online for the army recruitment rally scheduled in Kohima from May 18. The Admit Card can be downloaded from the email Id as registered by the candidates, stated a press release from Col C Konwer, PRO (Defence). The rally will be held district wise as follows: May 18 – Tuensang, Mon, Mokokchung, Longleng, Kiphire, and Peren; May 19 – Zunheboto, Wokha, and Dimapur;

Hailstorm destroys 70 houses in Zunheboto

SDO (C) Kohima Sadar informs GBs

New officials of NWHD DIMaPuR, May 10 (Mexn): The present team of office bearers of Naga Women Hoho Dimapur (NWHD) will be headed by Arenla Aier as president. Other officials are: Vice presidents – Lily Seb Rengma, Neilo Wetsah; General Secretary – Vimenuo Legisie; Treasurer – Margaret Mozhui; Finance Secretary – Maria Thur Pochury; Information & Publicity Secretary – Thethem Hangsingh; Joint Secretaries – Holi Chophy, Rokovino Newmai. The Board of Advisors comprise of Hukheli T Wotsa, Khrielenuo Terhuja, Toshila Pongen, and Apeny Ezung.

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PheK, May 10 (DIPR): The monthly Phek District Planning & Development Board (DPDB) meeting was held at the DPDB conference hall here on May 10. Parliamentary Secretary for Higher & Technical Education and DPDB Chairman Deo Nukhu, who chaired the meeting, exhorted the members to be punctual and regular at the meeting. Minister PHED Chotisuh Sazo, who was also present in

the meeting, requested all the heads of the offices to actively implement the activities of the Government. The following agenda were discussed and recommended to the government for necessary action: Registration of Sutsu Women Welfare Society (SWWS) at Sutsu village under Meluri Sub- Division; Registration of Sutsu Dahi Bevekro Society at Phusachodu village; Grant in aid to Christian Model School, Dzulha; and

Biometric attendance at Government High School, Chetheba. Annual report on the functioning of DPDB Phek 2016-2017 was highlighted by the District Planning Officer. Superintendent of Food & Civil Supply and Asst. Election Officer also presented their departmental activities. PWD Housing & PWD Mechanical will be presenting their departmental activities in the next DPDB meeting.

DPDB Kohima meeting ADC Planning and Member Secretary, DPDB Kohima, Ketoho Luho has informed that the District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) Kohima meeting for the month of May will be held on May 15, 10:00 am at DPDB Hall. He therefore requested all the members concerned to attend the meeting positively.

Committee on Public Accounts meeting MLA CM Chang, Chairman of Committee on Public Accounts, has convened the first meeting of the newly constituted Committee on May 16, 11:00 am in the Committee Room of Assembly Secretariat to take stock of the unfinished works and also to chalk out the programme for 2017-2018. Therefore, all the Committee Members concerned have been requested to attend the meeting.

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

The Power of Truth

The Morung Express volume Xii issue 127 By Aheli moitra

Misplaced patriotism

n a small function held recently, workers of the Nagaland State Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) helped launch a forum called the Seemanta Chetana Mancha, Purvottar. The entourage was accompanied by a BJP Member of Assam Legislative Assembly. Those who attended the program in Dimapur were left puzzled—the MLA came to the rescue. Seemanta means border, Chetana means awareness and Mancha means forum, he explained. Purvottar means north east. The forum, a non government organisation registered in Guwahati, was setting up its Nagaland chapter with the hope to push development of the State’s long, international and fluid border with Burma. The members claimed that the forum was started by some “patriotic people” at Rajasthan’s Indo-Pakistan border in the 1980s to keep vigil on “anti national activities” and raise national consciousness. A strange claim as its logo consisted of a chain of people surrounding the North East map coloured in orange, white and green; a bigger circle of orange and green held the logo together. A Google search was eminent. None of the details of the organisation’s genesis found corroboration on the World Wide Web—the website they provided at the event did not work and the internet was unable to trace any of the people who visited Nagaland on behalf of the forum. Newspaper reports on the organisation run back to only a couple of years, all from the North East region, particularly Assam, with the State’s Chief Minister (BJP’s Sarbananda Sonowal) supporting its initiatives. The Telegraph reported in January last year that the forum is an affiliate of the Sangh Parivar—a collection of Hindu Nationalist organisations (including religious, student, political and paramilitary organisations) with similar ideological goals and often overlapping membership. As per the Seemanta Chetana Mancha, Purvottar, international borders have remained underdeveloped because people are not patriotic enough! If only people had known this since 1947, a few slogans would have helped Longwa, Awangkhu or Pangsha become Delhi, Mumbai or Kolkata. But there is no development till now because border peoples “lack awareness” and people from Hindi-speaking belts of the Indian Union will now raise the right kind of awareness that draws the right kind of funds and ensures the right kind of development. Nearing election time in Nagaland, if this is not propaganda, then what is? The BJP has shown astuteness in politics, and commitment towards development. It would be a pity if it loses track of these by attempting ideological coups in marginalised regions. Development in border areas has not suffered because people don’t speak Hindi or are otherwise ‘unpatriotic’; development has been lacking because governance has been sidelined, with Delhi focusing more on ‘buying’ decision making elites to agree with central policies rather than working with the people of the region. Misplaced patriotism will only jeopardize ‘national integration’ further, promote more violence in the militarised zones called international borders and spell doom for the ‘Act East Policy’. It is the government, not NGOs, that needs to set transparency, accountability and accessibility required for development through a consensual (plus non partisan and secular) mechanism with the people in the border areas. If NGOs are needed to facilitate this process, there is no dearth of them in the Naga areas—why import them from Rajasthan? Inputs may be shared with moitramail@yahoo.com

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Sophie Hares Thomson Reuters Foundation

Ignoring environment, culture could keep people in poverty – researchers

fforts to fight rural poverty need to take better account of the environment and local culture to avoid exacerbating the problems they are meant to solve, researchers said. Agricultural development programmes should consider more than just economic growth when trying to move people out of the poverty trap, and consider the links between social and ecological systems, said a paper published on Wednesday in the journal Science Advances. "If you're ignoring nature and culture, even the economic equations show there would be adverse consequences," said co-author Jamila Haider from the Stockholm Resilience Centre. Traditional seed types and agricultural practices risk being lost, alongside cultural links to crops, through development projects to introduce higher-yielding and more marketable crops. In some cases, a rise in production has resulted in worse land degradation, including deforestation and pollution, and left communities more exposed to shocks, said the researchers. They also noted cases where new seed types failed because local customs and environmental conditions were neglected. The report said "resilience thinking" could shed light on why many aid projects - including those that pay for seeds, fertilisers and machinery - fail to help people out of poverty. Some communities have remained resilient for generations by using traditional seed varieties, Haider said. Noting that 78 percent of the world's poorest people live in rural areas, the report highlighted the concept of "transformative development" - for example, where farmers are encouraged to retain some of their local crops and farming techniques, instead of switching to single cash crops. Poor farmers often keep bio-diverse agricultural land in good condition, but intensifying production can damage it, the report said. "Rather than increasing production through inputs of physical capital, the transformation delivers increased production due to increases in natural capital and cultural capital," said co-author Steven Lade in a statement. Where risks are high that traditional aid will fail, alternative approaches can be pursued that build on "historically successful cultural practices to manage the local ecology", he added. Andy Jarvis of the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), who was not involved in the study, said that while strategies adopted in the 1980s and 1990s may have lacked a clear linkage between development and the environment, most programmes now have a broader perspective. For example, they might weigh up the benefit of sticking with lower-yielding traditional crops against newer varieties when considering how best to support communities. "You've got all of these environmental safeguards in the huge development funds that move through the development banks... they are thoughtful on that," said Jarvis by phone from Colombia. "Ten, 15 years ago, there was probably a lot less."

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Tharanga Yakupitiyage Inter Press Service

Race and Love, and the Struggle We Must Win This 86-year-old civil rights leader believes reconciliation is the only way forward Amanda Abrams Yes! Magazine

We have got to do more now to be concerned about the poor and the injustice in our world, in terms of a livable wage, equal rights, women’s rights, those kinds of things.

hen the Rev. John Perkins was 15, his older brother was killed by white police officers while he was waiting in line to buy movie tickets. Twenty-five years later, Perkins himself was jailed and tortured for protesting segregation. Those experiences helped to shape his understanding of the toll racism takes on both blacks and whites, and he has been a fervent advocate for reconciliation ever since. He shares those stories and more in his recently released memoir, Dream With Me: Race, Love, and the Struggle We Must Win, and explains how they shaped his belief in reconciliation through greater political and social engagement and compassion. Throughout the book, the 86-yearold social justice leader brings an incisive account to the persistence and perniciousness of racism in the United States, while providing prescriptions for dismantling it. Perkins spoke with YES! about the relevance of our radicalized history in the U.S., as well as civil rights victories of the past to the resistance to the Trump administration, and his indefatigable hope for a better world. Amanda Abrams: Where did your inspiration for the book come from? John Perkins: I started writing this book as sort of a reflection. I was seeing signs of what I’d been dreaming and longing for in the new multicultural churches—churches like Fellowship Memphis in Tennessee, and Quest Church in Seattle, [which] are gospelcentered and ethnically diverse. But my hopes and dreams got a little shattered [when Donald Trump was elected for president]. Eighty percent of evangelicals—my own group that I’d given my life to—[supported] a person who had no history of evangelicalism. I’m still dreaming and hoping, of course. Abrams: Were you angry, and are you still? Perkins: I still want to be loving and receiving, and I still want to be hoping for the evangelicals, and hoping for Trump, and hoping that we can live together across these ethnic barriers, but it doesn’t look good. I’m not cursing evangelicals. I’m saying that we have got to do more now to be concerned about the poor and the injustice in our world, in terms of a livable wage, equal rights, women’s rights, those kinds of things. I do think everybody needs equality in life. There is no attribute of God that agrees with discrimination. And our nation has a statement to that: “We hold these truths to be self-evident …” We’re committed to it, but we’re not

seeing it lived out.

speech, freedom of assembly.

Abrams: In your book, you talk about evangelicals who are theologically conservative but very progressive in how they apply the Bible’s teachings. Are you still optimistic about that movement? Perkins: They were the ones giving me hope. I was at Calvin College [recently], where the first class of Perkins Fellows is graduating—those are people dedicating their lives to live as witness across racial barriers. But the impact that we had thought was coming is at a standstill. We thought it was gaining more traction. What I’m calling for in the book is a greater commitment to what is good and what is true and what is righteous and what is just. I’m not ready to run from it, but I thought more people were there with me. Abrams: Does it give you hope to see people marching now and becoming more politically active? Perkins: I’m calling for and hoping and praying and encouraging this young generation that more young folk stand up and come out and do what they can in a peaceful way, and within the freedoms we have—freedom of

nities if we can unite. Bring some of these small groups together so that the Abrams: You say in your book that people can use their resources without only a small percentage of people just spending them all up and breaking need to be engaged in something to up in little pieces. So instead of me takcreate social change. Those numbers ing on a few city blocks, let’s call on 20 seem to be growing since the groups to take on 10 blocks. election. Do you think social change is gaining momentum? Abrams: You talk a lot about love Perkins: There are people doing in the book. How can people— great things. Like [Mark] Zuckerberg at particularly nonreligious people— Facebook, who is going to Kenya and cultivate love within themselves and Nigeria and into the prisons in San among one another? Francisco. There are people like Steve Perkins: You get to know people Jobs’ [widow, Laurene Powell], who in small groups. You and I can walk is thinking about how she can invest together because we are concerned some of that fortune in the lives of very about the poor. And I’m not going to needy people. Even Bill Gates and [Me- demonize you. I’m going to try to meet linda Gates] are doing things. These are you and receive you in love and accept encouraging signs. you on the basis of you being you. Any religion can do that—any human can Abrams: What are your do that. recommendations for people I think we do that by not finding who want to become socially and things to dislike about each other, and politically involved? not holding what I dislike against you Perkins: I still say we need to invest when I’m trying to get to know you. I’m ourselves. But we’ve got to do it in a not going to just condemn your effort. broad-enough community that we can We need to be deliberate. We don’t have impact, so that we can help others need to be backing up. There are three who want to see real change but don’t great Christian virtues: faith, hope, and have enough resources. love. And I’m saying this is what we We need to give them hope by need to be about—we need to get that showing that we can impact commu- hope going. We can’t give up.

India's "Diamond City" finds ways to keep its sparkle Thin lei Win Thomson Reuters Foundation

ith a booming trade in diamond cutting and textile manufacturing, the port city of Surat in India's western state of Gujarat is a melting pot for migrants from across the country seeking work and business opportunities. Kamlesh Yagnik was one of them. In his early 30s, the Mumbai native moved to the "Diamond City", as Surat is known locally because it handles 90 percent of the world's rough diamond cutting and polishing. In the two decades since, the engineer has set up a technology consultancy and a clean energy management firm, raised a family, and come to regard Surat as home. Now he is the city's first chief resilience officer, tasked with making the industrial hub "cohesive, robust and sustainable". It will not be an easy task. Surat, home to nearly 6 million people, is one of the world's fastest-growing cities. Up to the 1960s, it occupied 8.2 square kilometres (3.17 square miles) of land on the bank of the Tapi River. By 2009, it had expanded to 326.5 square km. It has a limited public transport system and insufficient affordable housing for

the throngs of people that continue to arrive, betting their future on the city. The Tapi River is the city's main water source but its quality is deteriorating. Surat also faces the threat of sea-level rise, while flooding and saltwater intrusion are already a problem. Meanwhile the industries that made Surat's name could lead to its undoing, experts warn. "This city is thriving, and it's only because of the growth of diamonds and textiles", Yagnik told the Thomson Reuters Foundation in a phone interview. But the raw materials are not produced in India - with much of Surat's diamond supply coming from Africa - and that makes the city highly vulnerable to outside shocks, he emphasised. "Economic resilience is a prime pillar for us," said the former head of the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Two weeks ago, Surat unveiled a document outlining how to achieve its vision of "healthy, just, economically viable and environmentally sound" communities. The strategy explores how the city can diversify its economy, to bolster it against any downturn in diamonds and textiles, by developing policies to support its IT industry,

promoting smaller businesses, and providing skills training. The strategy was developed under the Rockefeller Foundation's 100 Resilient Cities (100RC) initiative, which helps cities around the world prepare for climate change and other pressures. Surat is the first Indian city to publish its strategy, which Yagnik hopes will serve as a model for others, including three - Chennai, Pune and Jaipur - in the 100RC network. PIONEERING The strategy, which took 18 months to complete, iden-

WRITE-WING tifies seven key areas for action: connectivity and mobility, affordable housing, water availability and quality, employment, environment and ecosystems, social cohesion and public health. These are broken down into 63 projects - more than half new - that last from one to eight years each, aimed at making Surat more resilient to environmental, economic and social stresses. They range from developing an integrated transport system to adapting buildings for low energy consumption and providing housing insur-

ance and soft loans to encourage home ownership. There are also programmes to promote recycling, research groundwater, and design heritage walks for locals and tourists. In the short term, Yagnik is hoping to make progress on monitoring the Tapi River's water quality and developing non-motorised transport in areas with particularly bad traffic. The city is also looking to work with the private sector, think tanks and development groups. For example, it is partnering with PricewaterhouseCoopers on housing, and aid agency Save the Children on public health. "This city has grown on the principle of PPP (public-private partnership)," said Yagnik, who is confident local entrepreneurs and businesses will provide financing to overcome the gap in resources Indian governments have long struggled with. Neither is pioneering Surat a stranger to climate action, as a core member of the Asian Cities Climate Change Resilience Network, another Rockefeller initiative which began in 2008. In 2012, the city authorities and chamber of commerce set up the Surat Climate Change Trust to help address climate risks.

HARD TO GRASP Yagnik works for that trust rather than the Surat Municipal Corporation, making him "an outsider". If extended beyond the first two years funded by 100RC, ending in August, the role should be repositioned within local government, he said. Getting everyone on the same page is another challenge, especially when - as in Thailand - there is no local vernacular for "resilience", he noted. "I would have to use three sentences (in the local language) to describe the word," he said. At the beginning, it was "very, very difficult" for junior and mid-level officials in the Surat Municipal Corporation to understand resilience, he recalled. "It was the same for people in society," he added. But the concept of resilience is something "very dear" to Yagnik, who rattled off a list of natural and man-made disasters he has experienced since moving to Surat in 1995, from multiple floods to fires at textile factories. "The idea is to convert the challenges into opportunities," he said. "Surat will continue to face these challenges, but if we can be cohesive, robust and sustainable, we will be resilient."

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West Papua - Morning star rising Danny Chivers

New Internationalist

magine a referendum in which just 0.2 per cent of the population were allowed to vote. Imagine that every one of those voters was marched to the voting station at gunpoint, and told exactly what choice to make. Would you believe the result truly represented the wishes of the people? This is exactly what happened in the Pacific nation of West Papua in 1969. The occupying Indonesian army marched 1,026 handpicked West Papuans (from a population of 800,000) in front of election officials. These ‘voters’ were ordered to raise their hands at the right moment or be shot. This ‘Act of Free Choice’ was then presented to the world as an unequivocal vote in favour of Indonesia’s claim over West Papua, and rubberstamped at the United Nations by the US, the UK, Australia and their allies. The lands, forests and mountains that had been home to the Indigenous West Papuan people for 50,000 years were handed over to Indonesian President Suharto’s military regime – along with the vast reserves of gold, copper and natural gas buried beneath them. Forty-eight years later, in January 2017, I’m sitting in a packed-out conference room in the UK Parliament building in Westminster. We are here to see West Papuan independence leader Benny Wenda launch a global petition, calling on the UN to oversee a fresh independence vote in his country to replace the sham referendum from 1969. Benny stands, ceremonial feathered headdress on his head, and tells the gathered MPs, journalists and supporters about the decades of human rights abuses his people have suffered under Indonesian occupation. His speech is accompanied by something I’ve never seen before – a video of demonstrations that took place in West Papua in the previous 24 hours, in solidarity with this meeting. We see groups of West Papuans in jungle villages holding up the Morning Star independence flag – a criminal act that carries a 15-year sentence in Indonesia – and thanking us for coming to Westminster today. One group of protesters have filmed themselves inside an Indonesian jail. Every participant in these actions will have done so at great personal risk of reprisal from the Indonesian military. The people of West Papua are rising again, determined to reclaim the voice that was denied to them almost 50 years ago. After decades of struggle and brutal repression, recent events have propelled their fight for freedom back onto the world stage. If we’re serious about defending

After 54 years of struggle under Indonesian rule, is freedom finally in sight for West Papua?

A resistance gathering in the West Papuan highlands. © Dominic Brown

human rights and tackling climate change, this is the moment to stand with West Papua – the survival of an entire culture and the preservation of the world’s third-largest rainforest are hanging in the balance. But time is running out. Paradise divided West Papua is an extraordinary place, with a civilization stretching back tens of thousands of years and rainforests teeming with species found nowhere else on the planet. Ever since Indonesian troops first marched into West Papua in 1961, the government has sought to tighten its grip on this resource-rich, lushly forested territory. This has involved military occupation – at least 15,000 troops are stationed in West Papua1, making it one of the most militarized zones in Southeast Asia – and also the transmigration of Indonesians into West Papua. In several key regions, the Indigenous population is now outnumbered by Indonesian settlers. ‘In 1999, Indonesia had set up just nine regencies [local administrative areas] within West Papua,’ says Octovianus (Octo) Mote, Secretary-General of the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP). ‘Today, they have 43, and are planning to expand to 73, each with its own police stations and military base. This is all to accommodate new settlers and further outnumber our people. The kind of colonial history that took Western powers many years to carry out is happening here at high speed.’ Indonesians run the majority of businesses in cities like Sorong and Jayapura; they control most of the wealth in West Papua, while the Indigenous population is treated as an underclass. In the words of Indonesian human rights lawyer Veronica Koman: ‘When you arrive at Jayapura airport, the officers behind the desk are all immigrants, while the West Papuans are the por-

ters. If you go into town, the shop owners are all immigrants, while West Papuans are selling betel nuts on the road.’ This kind of colonial takeover by an invading force puts Western fears over immigration into sharp perspective. Migrants and refugees arriving in Europe, Australia and the US present little or no threat to these countries’ cultural and political dominance; the people of West Papua, on the other hand, are at the sharp end of purposeful transmigration policies from an occupying power seeking to cement control over their lands and natural resources. Countless and uncounted Dissent is often met with violence and arbitrary arrest. According to Jason Macleod of the University of Sydney: ‘Acts of state violence occur all over West Papua and are carried out by all parts of the security forces. [Human rights violations] include killing, torture, sexual assault and deprivation of liberty.’ Gathering statistics on these abuses is nearimpossible, thanks to Indonesia’s ban on human rights organizations entering the region, and tight media restrictions. Local journalists are routinely bribed, threatened, arrested or killed; foreign media are largely banned. Estimates of the total number of West Papuans killed by security forces range from 100,000 to 500,000.2 The vast majority of deaths go unreported by official media sources; I have been told of villagers stacking skulls in caves as evidence of atrocities that might otherwise be forgotten. Unequal access to healthcare, education and employment means that Indigenous West Papuans have much higher rates of poverty, illiteracy, child mortality and HIV infection than the rest of the Indonesian population. Jim Elmslie of Sydney Univer-

sity observed that between 1971 and 2000, the Indigenous West Papuan population grew 50 per cent more slowly than the population of neighbouring Papua New Guinea, resulting in 360,000 ‘missing Papuans’. West Papuans gain little benefit from mining and drilling projects from companies like Freeport and BP that trash their food sources and poison their water supplies. Indonesian-backed logging and palm-oil plantations are cutting swathes through the rainforest in a process Octo Mote describes as ‘destroying the lungs of the world’. Jennifer Robinson of International Lawyers for West Papua is in no doubt that all of this amounts to a slow-moving genocide: ‘It’s a constant, low-level conflict where West Papuans are dying all the time – from state violence, from the HIV epidemic, from a lack of access to healthcare, from being forced off their land. If we don’t act fast to secure their rights then we will lose the West Papuans as a people.’ United voices But those people have always refused to go quietly. For decades, the under-equipped and outnumbered forces of the Free Papua Movement (OPM) have maintained a guerrilla resistance from the jungle, supported by a growing civil resistance movement in the cities and now a new wave of international support. A ga m e - c ha ng i ng event was the foundation of the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) in December 2014, an umbrella group that has succeeded in uniting the disparate factions of the freedom movement for the first time. Emboldened by their new united leadership, West Papuans have been taking to the streets in unprecedented numbers. The surge in political arrests in West Papua from 370 in 2014 to 8,000

in 2016 reflects both the growth in the movement, and Indonesia’s increasingly repressive attempts to crack down on it. The West Papuan people are refusing to be cowed. ‘Last December, the police fired water cannons at West Papuan protesters – and they started dancing in the jets of water!’ says Veronica Koman. ‘Then 17 people were arrested in Jayapura for Free West Papua graffiti. They were released the following day, went straight back and did the very same thing again! They’re not afraid any more.’ Every significant international development now sparks mass demonstrations in West Papua. Smartphones and social media are allowing the movement to bypass the media blackout and share their struggle with the world, which has helped drive a new wave of solidarity action across the Pacific region – particularly in countries like Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands that share West Papua’s ethnic Melanesian roots. This new sense of regional solidarity has in turn helped to push Pacific governments to take an active international stand. ‘They are now free, but West Papua is still under colonialism,’ says Victor Yeimo, chair of the West Papua National Committee (KNPB). ‘Melanesian solidarity is not a racial sentiment, it’s about the responsibility of our brothers and sisters to help their family in West Papua.’ Despite fierce protests from Indonesia, in 2015 the ULMWP was formally accepted as an Observer member of the Melanesian Spearhead Group of countries (MSG), and seven Pacific states spoke up in support of West Papua at the UN in 2016. Power and responsibility In May 2016, MPs from around the world signed up to the International Parliamentarians for West Papua (IPWP)’s ‘Westmin-

ster Declaration’, calling on the UN to oversee a new independence referendum. The event was celebrated with huge gatherings in West Papua that resulted in 2,000 arrests. Meanwhile, the IPWP’s sibling group International Lawyers for West Papua (ILWP) is calling for the recognition of Indonesia’s actions in West Papua as genocide, pushing for a UN investigation into human rights abuses, and challenging the legitimacy of the Act of Free Choice. Although the legal case is clear – the West Papuans were denied their right to self-determination – getting it heard at the International Court of Justice requires majority support at the UN General Assembly, another reason why international support is so vital for the West Papuan cause. Meanwhile, a growing number of Indonesian citizens are joining the demonstrations. Surya Anta, spokesperson for the Indonesian People’s Front for West Papua (FRI-West Papua), says: ‘For the first time in Indonesian history we have a united solidarity movement which acknowledges West Papua as a nation and supports their right to self-determination.’ That solidarity is starting to be returned. Activists from the Papuan Student Alliance (AMP) joined Indonesian protests against a proposed land-grabbing cement plant at Kendeng, and against forced evictions in Yogyakarta. This is extremely significant, as the support of Indonesian citizens was key to the successful campaign for the independence of TimorLeste in 1999. These are all hopeful signs – but this moment of opportunity could easily be lost, crushed beneath Indonesia’s ever-harsher military crackdowns. International solidarity is urgently needed, and many of us have a special responsibility here. The British and US governments knew in 1969 that the vote was a sham and that most West Papuans wanted independence.4 They and their allies supported Indonesia’s claim at the UN anyway. Today, British, US and Australian corporations profit from mining projects that destroy West Papua’s forests, and from the sale of weapons used to repress its people. We must refuse to be complicit, and speak out. Together, we can beat Indonesia’s media blackout and share West Papua’s struggle with the world. We can pressure our governments to right the wrongs of the past, and give the West Papuan people the real independence vote they have been denied for so long. As Victor Yeimo says, ‘Tell your government, your media, your church, your organization, your family, your friends. Whatever your skills or talents, find a way to bring them to our struggle. We need you.’

Cultural Tourism and Business Opportunities in Nagaland

Mhonthung Yanthan Asst. Professor Department of Political Science St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama

agaland today is in a favourable situation where many famous tourist destinations could be projected and perhaps cultural tourism is one potential area. Nagaland is characterized by rich cultural resources that can attract cultural tourists with the entire cultural ethos such as festivals,

folk dance, folklore, traditional customs, unique traditional political institution, indigenous games, traditional knowledge of medicinal plants etc. Cultural tourism relates to those individual groups of people who travel around the world, individual country, local community and individual events that seek to experience

heritage, religion, art and craft and various sites to develop knowledge of different communities and their way of life. Cultural tourism can contribute to the local economic regeneration and prosperity (Prentice and Andersen, 2003), since it is regarded as a tool for generating new employment opportunities for the host population. It encourages opening of small and medium-sized family enterprises (Bachleitner and Zins, 1999), which offers unique and authentic local products where a large number of unskilled or semi unskilled workers may be available locally during the whole period (Barnett, 2001) and also where local traditional jobs are maintained or revived.The development of cultural tourism as generator of income and recognized from of

tourism has emerged as an objective of both heritage institutions and tourist operators around the world.Nagaland has a huge potential for cultural tourism and business opportunities available at doorsteps.These opportunitiescan be explored by giving institutional support by establishing tourism institute/university in the state. Both cultural tourism and the marketing of traditional crafts and textiles can serve as powerful catalysts for the preservation and ongoing viability of both the tangible and the intangible heritage of the Nagas. My personal opinion is that Heritage Village at Kisama where Hornbill Festival is celebrated every year from 1st -10thDecember is well appreciated initiatives by the govt. of Nagaland,but the sad reality is that after

10 days of celebration the Heritage Village and its infrastructures are keep unused and abandon for the remaining 255 days. For this reason, we can consider converting Naga Heritage Village at Kisama into Naga Heritage Institute/College/University to impart training and skill on tourism.This initiative will help the students to understandthe concepts of tourism and employment opportunities in the state. It will also attract international students, researchersand tourist through the year to learn and experience Naga Cultural Heritage. Government of Nagaland can think of this tremendous opportunity readily available. Another initiative to promote cultural tourism can be through various Colleges in Nagaland by integrating Naga Cultural

Studies as Add-On courses through common syllabus. This initiative can be another breakthrough to promote cultural tourism and enhance business opportunities in Nagaland. Until and unless it is institutionalist and integrated in schools, college and university syllabus, skill based knowledge cannot be obtain. Cultural tourism has the potential of being a ‘beautiful transaction’ between hosts community and visitors, as well as providing economic rewards serving as a catalyst for development of basic infrastructure. The marketing of traditional crafts and textiles within the cultural tourism context can directly benefit both the individual artisan and the artisan community and can provide viability and sustainability for traditional occupations.

Shaping the Society through Intellectual Leadership

ny society that suffers from “brain-drain” (poverty of ideas) cannot dream of a better future. In such an environment, a strong leader may be able to set up a government and get what he wants, but he may not know how to build his nation or develop his people. Often rulers ruthlessly exploit people’s fears and insecurities to establish their own positions. For them, the issue is power through the state. They will promise to safeguard people’s security but will do so by keeping the latter under their political control. Those were Hitler’s promises to the German people, yet in the end he brought them—and millions of others—death and destruction. Or consider England in the decades after the death of Queen Elizabeth I. In retrospect, the apparent stability her rule achieved was able to temporarily mask deep political and religious tensions within the society, but these problems eventually exploded into revolution and civil war in the 1940s. Without an enlightened citizenry, history tells us that the people—especially the poor, the vulnerable, those in greatest need—will be reduced to pawns in the hands of rulers. The pawns may superficially feel safe, but they cannot expect to advance very far, and certainly not to become kings or queens. That’s why having an enlightened and empowered citizenry is required to counter the selfish ambitions of rulers or to check on their potential abuse of power. Beginning from the seventeenth-century, intellectual leaders in England became more visibly involved in shaping politics. In fact, they exploited the knowledge resources of past centuries. They borrowed from Plato, Aristotle, and Thomas Aquinas, among others, the ideas of mixed government in order to achieve balance, harmony, and compromise among various social classes. They began to talk about how to preserve people’s liberty and curb the power of the rulers. Initially, these intellectual discourses came mostly in the forms of writings, but later, in the eighteenth-century, the political discourses and debates erupted in coffee-houses and public squares. Also, writers and ministers of the crown met monthly, or sometimes weekly, in clubs to discuss political affairs and even plan government actions. About French societies, Alexis de Tocqueville talked of how men of letters took the lead in their politics. Although they were not always successful, often they had the fondness for reshaping institutions on ingenious lines and for reconstructing the entire constitution according to the rules of logic instead of trying to rectify its faulty parts. In search for a more perfect system of government, the early Americans read the writings of Plato, Aristotle, Vergil, Cicero, Cato, Plutarch, Sidney, Pufendorf, Bolingbroke, and Locke. They benefited from the teachings of the leading English and continental intellectuals before them. But they also had their own intellectuals, such as the celebrated Thomas Franklin and the lesser known John Wise, Jonathan Mayhew, and Richard Bland. The early American thinkers used a wide array of means to circulate their ideas so as to influence the politics of their day. They printed pamphlets, which sometimes provoked rebuttals by the English in England. Some wrote newspaper articles that would often be reprinted in local weeklies throughout the colonies. On civic occasions, they offered oration, which might be printed later. Others used pulpits in the churches. Indeed, pastors were expected to preach on the religious implications of political issues. The American Constitution was literally drawn from the intellectual resources of earlier centuries. In the words of Bernard Bailyn, it was a culminating product of a “continuous, unbroken line of intellectual development and political experience,” bridging the worlds of classical antiquity, seventeenthcentury English and continental thoughts. But no doubt American intellectuals such as Thomas Jefferson and James Madison also added their own ideas to the writing of the Constitution. Their genius was in expanding the liberties of the common people through the use of governmental power as opposed to merely protecting people’s liberties against government’s power. That is, they saw that individual liberty could be enlarged through expansion of government’s positive role in health, housing, work laws, and, above all, education. As for building India to be a nation of law, India had many distinguished men of thought: Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Sir BenegalNarsing Rau, Alladi Krishna Aiyar, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, SardarVallabhbha Patel, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, and others. Although these men made unique contributions towards the writing of the Indian Constitution, they also borrowed heavily from all the best constitutions of that time (e,g., Bill of Rights from U.S. Constitution, rules and conventions from Great Britain’s Constitution, rights of citizens from France’s Constitution, and so on). Now coming to the Naga people, can we honestly say that we value intellectual leadership for the building up of our society? Or do we think mere power- and money-mongers leading us would be in the best interest for our people? Or should we just let our tribal leaders call all the shots as to how our today’s society should be? Are we really short of people who are trained in political sciences, law, philosophy, sociology, and commerce? If we say we have enough intellectuals, where are they, especially in times of controversial issues facing our society? Why do they become so quiet when their voices are needed to be heard? And what are they doing to exert influence on our government or affect change when necessary? Why do they shy away from shaping our politics and policies? It’s high time Naga intellectuals from all backgrounds put their heads together to decide on what is best for our people. As well-informed citizens, they are expected to show us the way and lead our society towards a progressive path.

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'Moved ICJ to save Jadhav's life, ensure justice'

New Delhi/islamabaD, may 10 (iaNs): India on Wednesday said it moved the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the case of Kulbhushan Jadhav, the Indian national sentenced to death by a Pakistani military court on espionage charges, to save his life after Pakistan denied consular access to it despite 16 requests which was in contravention of international law. However, Islamabad maintained that the Indian move was an attempt to divert attention from "state-sponsored terrorism in Pakistan" and that it was analysing the ICJ's authority in the matter. "It is a very carefully considered decision. It is a decision taken by the government in the interest of an Indian citizen who is in illegal detention and is facing threat to his life," External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Gopal Baglay said here. "This a course of action we have chosen after careful deliberation and careful consideration in the interest of saving the life and ensuring justice for a person of India," he said. On Tuesday, the ICJ at the Hague in the Netherlands suspended the death sentence on Jadhav by the Pakistani military court. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the ICJ said: "On 8 May 2017, the Republic of

Nawaz Sharif meets Army chief amid stay on Jadhav hanging islamabaD, may 10 (iaNs): Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa on Wednesday held a meeting amid the stay order from the International Court of Justice against the hanging of Indian "spy" Kulbushan Jadhav. The meeting between Bajwa and Sharif was the second within a week and is significant in the light of the prevailing civil-military relations in the country. Sources, quoted by Geo News, said that the Prime Minister was briefed on the ICJ order. Gen Bajwa was accompanied by Director General Inter-Services Intelligence Lt. Gen Naveed Mukhtar while Finance Minister Ishaq Dar was also present at the meeting. Reacting to the stay order, Foreign Affairs Advisor to the Prime Minister Sartaj Aziz here said: "We are analysing the Indian petition and the International Court of Justice's (ICJ) authority (on the case)." Earlier, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said, India's decision to move the ICJ to halt the death sentence awarded to Jadhav was an attempt to divert attention from "state-sponsored terrorism in Pakistan". The ICJ on Tuesday told Pakistan not to hang Jadhav, sentenced to death by a Pakistani military court on charges of promoting terrorism in its territory and spying for India. Asif tweeted: "Indian letter to ICJ attempt to divert attention from state-sponsored terrorism in Pakistan. Kulbushan convicted of offences against national security."

Kulbhushan Jadhav. (File Photo)

India instituted proceedings against the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, accusing the latter of aegregious violations of the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations' (hereinafter the Vienna Convention') in the matter of the detention and trial of an Indian national, Mr. Kulbhushan Sudhir Jadhav, sentenced to death by a military court in Pakistan." "The Applicant contends that it was not informed of Mr. Jadhav's detention until long after his arrest and that Pakistan failed to inform the accused of his rights," the

'Mallya's extradition to take 6 to 9 months more' New Delhi, may 10 (iaNs): The extradition of liquor baron Vijay Mallya, who owes a consortium of Indian banks over Rs 8,000 crore in unpaid loans, is likely to take six to nine months more, a CBI official said on Wednesday. This time period was indicated to the five member, joint Enforcement Directorate-Central Bureau of Investigation team that went to London for the purpose and has returned after almost a week of discussions with British law enforcement agencies, the official said. "The team held several rounds of meetings with the law enforcement authorities in London, including the Westminster Magistrate court officials, and were apprised that Mallya's extradition will take over six to nine months because of some legal procedures," the CBI official said. The team had left for London on May 1 to seek extradition of Mallya who fled to Britain in March 2016 after being pursued for recovery of Rs 8,191 crore he owed to a consortium of 13 Indian banks by his now defunct Kingfisher Airlines. The consortium of banks led by State Bank of India included Bank of Baroda, State Bank of Mysore, Axis Bank, Corporation Bank, Federal Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Jammu and Kashmir Bank, IDBI Bank, Punjab National Bank, Punjab and Sind Bank, UCO Bank and United Bank of India. Mallya was arrested and granted bail in London last month. The next hearing of the case will be on May 17. The Indian government had in February this year, handed over to British authorities a formal request for Mallya's extradition, saying it had a legitimate case against him on charges of financial irregularities and loan default.

statement said. Under Article 74, paragraph 4 of the ICJ rules, which says "pending the meeting of the Court, the President may call upon the parties to act in such a way as will enable any order the Court may make on the request for provisional measures to have its appropriate effects", ICJ President Justice Ronny Abraham has written to Pakistan seeking the suspension of the sentence. Jadhav, a former Indian Navy officer, was allegedly arrested in Balochistan in March 2016. Pakistan said

Jadhav worked for the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW). A military court sentenced him to death on April 10 on charges of espionage and waging war against Islamabad. In his media briefing on Wednesday, Baglay said that India has been denied consular access to Jadhav despite making 16 requests to Pakistan which was a "contravention of international law". He said that India got "no response" from Pakistan on getting the documents of the case and the

charge sheet. He also said there was no word on the petition, appeal and visa application by Jadhav's parents to visit their son. Meanwhile, in the meeting in Islamabad between Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, the Pakistani Army chief, General Qamar Bajwa, the Director General Inter-Services Intelligence, Lt. Gen. Naveed Mukhtar, and Finance Minister Ishaq Dar were also present. Earlier, Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said, India's decision

to move the ICJ to halt the death sentence awarded to Jadhav was an attempt to divert attention from "state-sponsored terrorism in Pakistan". Asif tweeted: "Indian letter to ICJ attempt to divert attention from statesponsored terrorism in Pakistan. Kulbushan convicted of offences against national security." Reacting to the stay order, Foreign Affairs Advisor to the Pakistan Prime Minister Sartaj Aziz said in Islamabad: "We are analysing the Indian petition and the International Court of

Justice's authority (on the case)." Meanwhile, noted lawyer Harish Salve, who is representing India at the ICJ, said on Wednesday that the court is likely to hear India's plea on Monday. Salve said that "India has taken a calibrated decision" on approaching the international court and will wait to see Pakistan's legal response. "We are told to be there on Monday. We may have a hearing on Monday or a scheduling on Monday. We needed immediate relief. Whenever Pakistan is

Govt issues directives to curb online child sexual abuse material New Delhi, may 10 (iaNs): In a bid to curb online child sexual abuse material, the Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology on Tuesday asked all internet service providers (ISPs) to prevent the distribution and transmission of such content into India by adopting and implementing Internet Watch Foundation Resources on or before July 31. The ministry instructed ISPs having cable landing station gateways or international long distance

licenses in India to observe the existing due diligence requirements prescribed by the Central Government under the Information Technology Act, 2000. In December 2016, the central government had constituted an Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) to recommend specific solutions to address the issue of such material online. "The IMC observed that most of such online CSAM is being hosted outside India and the

websites/URLs containing such content are dynamic in nature and frequently changing, making it difficult to identify and block such content. No centralized mechanism exists in India to monitor online CSAM," the ministry said in a statement. Globally, there are only a few major resources that provide a dynamic list of websites/URLs identifying such online material, it added. The committee recommend-

ed that till such time a centralised mechanism is built in India to dynamically monitor websites/URLs containing such online materials, the relevant ISP's in India should adopt and disable/remove the online CSAM dynamically based on the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) list. IWF has been adopted by many countries and is already being implemented by leading online service providers in other jurisdictions.

Mindset responsible for hampering march of digitisation: Modi

He said resource thus ly transparent and secure New Delhi, may 10 apprehensions, Modi sands of years to achieve. The Prime Minister also saved could then be used with all the stake holders (iaNs): Prime Minis- pointed to the fact that even ter Narendra Modi on in cricket matches doubts referred to artificial intelli- for the benefit of the poor. knowing each other and Lauding the Supreme every aspect of their case. Wednesday said that it was were settled by the third gence (AI) and said that it Khehar said that he prothe mindset of the people umpire. But that did not di- would create new avenues Court for taking steps toand not resources that was minish the role of the two and environment which wards paperless courts, he poses to take the system to the new generation has to urged the lawyers to extend all the high courts and the hampering the spread of field umpires. free legal aid to the poor liti- subordinate courts. Justice Modi also reminded be prepared for. digital technology. Dipak Misra in his welcome He scoffed at the sug- gants. Inaugurating a digitally that Indian space scien"To make judiciary address said that paperless secured and transparent tists have been successful gestions in some circles environment in case filing in sending Mangalayan to that AI would render peo- more effective, use of fo- court is not an idea but an rensic science and tech- environment-friendly iniand management - a step Mars at a budget less than ple redundant. Modi explained the ad- nology is very important... tiative coupled with emtowards making the Su- what was required for provantages of digitalisation the world is moving very powering the litigant. preme Court "paperless", ducing a Hollywood film. Referring to a former The Prime Minister re- that would also help in sav- fast and we have to cope up Modi assured that digital adoption would not take gretted: "We are far far behind ing resources and conserv- to avoid being left behind," Chief Justice, who had he said. shelved the idea of WiFi away jobs but will instead in the application of technol- ing the environment. ogy in our daily lives." He said one A4 size paChief Justice Jagdish use in the top court on seenhance efficiency. Modi said space tech- per requires 10 litres of wa- Singh Khehar in his intro- curity grounds, Justice J. "The problem is less of budget but more of mind- nology has also helped in ter to prepare it. So, switch- ductory remarks elabo- Chelameswar wondered set," Modi said as he point- governance by securing the ing over to e-working rating how the Integrated that if WiFi used in the Penwould help to save water, Case Management Sys- tagon did not pose a threat, ed out that people with tribals their land rights. UNiTeD NaTioNs, may 10 (iaNs): Pakistan's smartphones still carry He said technology was jungles, power and other tem (ICMS) would involve how could it pose a threat Permanent Representative Maleeha Lodhi has raised diaries with contact details. able to achieve in 30 years resources, besides helping one time filing of the case to the security of the top the Kashmir issue with UN Secretary-General Antonio said that it would be total- court. Addressing people's what men have taken thou- the economy. Guterres and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) envoys at a meeting here, according to a source briefed on the proceedings. At their meeting on Monday she appealed to Guterres and the OIC to make it a priority to push for a "peaceful solution" of the Kashmir issue saying that the rising tensions threatened regional stability, the source said. NEW PREDICTION MODEL Attempts by Lodhi and Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif NewD Delhi, may 10 (ReUJettisoning a statistical method to involve Guterres in the Kashmir issue have been un- TeRs): India looks likely to receive introduced under British colonial higher monsoon rainfall than previsuccessful. rule in the 1920s, the India Meteoously forecast as concern over the El Guterres has not made any open attempts to get inrology Department has for the first Nino weather condition has eased, volved in the issue. His spokespersons have said that he time relied on the so-called dythe chief of the weather office said was following the situation but would not go beyond saynamic model to improve the accuing that he wanted the neighbours to enter into a dialogue on Tuesday, raising prospects of racy of one of the world's most vital higher farm and economic growth. to find a peaceful solution. weather forecasts. The new system, The state-run India MeteoroLodhi said that it was acknowledged by the UN and based on a U.S. model tweaked for logical Department on April 18 also the OIC in its communiques that Kashmir issue need India, requires large computing forecast this year's monsoon rains attention, according to the source. power to generate three-dimenat 96% of the 50-year average of 89 The OIC Summit's communique in 2016 offered the sional models to help predict how cm. "Things have changed for the 57-member organisation's "support to the widespread the monsoon is likely to develop. good since then," said K.J. Ramesh, indigenous movement of the people of India-occupied Experts say better forecasting director general of the state-run Jammu and Kashmir for their right to self-determina- India Meteorological Department, could help India raise its farm outtion." put by nearly 15 percent, by helping told Reuters in an interview. India challenged OIC's statement saying it "has no The monsoon delivers about 70 Commuters on their vehicles move through an underpass during a heavy farmers tweak the best time to sow, locus standi" in the Kashmir issue, an internal matter of percent of India's annual rainfall, rain shower in Ahmedabad. (REUTERS File Photo) irrigate or apply fertiliser, and, if India, and called its mention of Kashmir "factually incor- critical for crops such as rice, cane, El Nino, a warming of ocean positive effect on the Indian mon- rains fail, plan state-wide measures. rect and misleading". This would be a major boon corn, cotton and soybeans because surface temperatures in the east- soon, Ramesh said. Sharif met Guterres at the Davos World Economic Fo- nearly half of the country's farm- ern and central Pacific that typicalPre-monsoon showers have for a country already either the rum in Switzerland in January and told him that the issues land lacks irrigation. "We assessed ly occurs every few years and was already hit certain dry areas in the world's biggest or second-biggest between India and Pakistan "had security consequences 96% based on the climatological linked to crop damage, fires and southern part of the country, he producer and consumer of rice, for the region" and needed his attention, according to a conditions up to March. Now, con- flash floods, faded in 2016. said, bringing much needed relief wheat, sugar and cotton. Pakistani statement. Higher farm output will raise The establishment phase of to farmers ahead of the start of the ditions are becoming favourable Lodhi met Guterres at the UN headquarters in New for an improvement over our April the monsoon north of the equa- four-month monsoon season be- the income of some 600 million York, also in January, and asked him to "restrain" India. 18 estimate," Ramesh said. people who depend on farming tor has already started, and the In- ginning June. She also gave him a dossier on "India's interference and India defines average, or normal, for their livelihood, and boost deAustralia's Bureau of Meteorol- dian Ocean Dipole phenomenon terrorism in Pakistan" and a letter from Sartaj Aziz, the ogy recently said there were signs - which counters the impact of an rainfall as between 96 percent and mand for an array of goods and Prime Minister's foreign policy adviser. El Nino - will have an incremental 104 percent of the 50-year average. services. of concerns easing over El Nino.

Pak rakes up Kashmir issue with Guterres, OIC envoys

India facing higher monsoon rains than forecast

willing to be engaged we are ready," the lawyer told NDTV news channel. Salve also said that consular access to Jadhav, sentenced to death by a Pakistani military court, is the right of India and the Indian. "There is a stand alone obligation for consular access, which is not just the right of the State but also the right of the accused and that is basically meant that right from the time you are arrested in the foreign country you have the benefit of consular access," Salve told Times Now.

AFFIDAVIT

Regd. No. 175 I, Shri. ROBIN S/o Hingtung Chawang resident of Samziuram, PO & PS Jalukie Peren district Nagaland, make declaration as follows: 1. That I am known as ROBIN & ROBIN CHAWANG 2. That both the name ROBIN & ROBIN CHAWANG are my names, i.e, the name of one and same person. 3. Expressly authorize and request all the persons at all times hereafter to designate and address me by such assume name of ROBIN accordingly. Deponent 1st Class Magistrate

AFFIDAVIT

Regd. No. 131 I, Shri. NGAIGONGPOU S/o Janglalung resident of Mhaninamtsi Vill, PO & PS Jalukie Peren district Nagaland, make declaration as follows: 1. That I am known as Ngaigongpou & Ngaigongpou Gangmei 2. That both the name NGAIGONGPOU & NGAIGONGPOU GANGMEI are my names, i.e, the name of one and same person. 3. Expressly authorize and request all the persons at all times hereafter to designate and address me by such assume name of NGAIGONGPOU accordingly. Deponent 1st Class Magistrate

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Regd. No. 219 I Miss MAILAMDINLIU D/o DIWANGBO resident of Samziuram Village, PO & PS Jalukie Peren district Nagaland, make declaration as follows: 1. That I am known as Mailamdinliu, Mailamdinliu Chawang & Adin Zeliang 2. That all the names Mailamdinliu, Mailamdinliu Chawang & Adin Zeliang are my names, i.e, the name of one and same person. 3. Expressly authorize and request all the persons at all times hereafter to designate and address me by such assume name of MAILAMDINLIU accordingly. Deponent 1st Class Magistrate

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Regd. No. 137 I, Shri. Aguibe Newme S/o Heureng Newme resident of Jalukie town, PO & PS Jalukie Peren district Nagaland, make declaration as follows: 1. That my father name is Heureng Newme and not Heuriaying which is entered in my bank Pass Book. 2. That both the name Aguibe Newme & Agui are my names, i.e, the name of one and same person. 3. Expressly authorize and request all the persons at all times hereafter to designate and address me by such assume name of AGUIBE NEWME and my father name as HEURENG NEWME accordingly. Deponent 1st Class Magistrate

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Regd. No. 199 I Miss Rupkia Begum D/o Mokram Ali resident of Jalukie town, PO & PS Jalukie Peren district Nagaland, make declaration as follows: 1. That I am known as Rupkia Begum & Rupkia 2. That both the name Rupkia Begum & Rupkia are my names, i.e, the name of one and same person. 3. Expressly authorise and request all the persons at all times hereafter to designate and address me by such assume name of Rupkia Begum accordingly. Deponent 1st Class Magistrate

AFFIDAVIT Regd. No. 209

I Smt. Kiheile D/o Irailung of Old Jalukie village, PO & PS Jalukie, Peren Dist. Nagaland hereby declared that: 1. That I am the deponent of this affidavit. 2. That the name Kiheile and Kehaile is of same person. 3. I hereby declared that my correct name is KIHEILE and shall be use for all official purposes in the future. Deponent 1st Class Magistrate

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Trump fires FBI Director Comey, setting off US political storm WASHINGtON, MAy 10 (ReuteRS): U.S. President Donald Trump ignited a political firestorm on Tuesday by firing FBI Director James Comey, who had been leading an investigation into the Trump 2016 presidential campaign’s possible collusion with Russia to influence the election outcome. The Republican president said he fired Comey, the top U.S. law enforcement official, over his handling of an election-year email scandal involving then-Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton. The move stunned Washington and raised suspicions among Democrats and others that the White House was trying to blunt the FBI probe involving Russia. Some Democrats compared Trump’s move to the “Saturday Night Massacre” of 1973, in which President Richard Nixon fired an independent special prosecutor investigating the Watergate scandal. White House officials denied allegations that there was any political motive in the move by Trump, who took office on Jan. 20. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said he spoke to Trump and told him he was “making a very big mistake” in firing Comey, adding the president did not “really answer” in response. An independent investigation into Moscow’s role in the election “is now the only way to go to restore the American people’s faith,” Schumer said. Though many Democrats have criticized Comey’s handling of the Clinton email probe, they said they were troubled by the timing of Trump’s firing of him. Senator Richard Burr, the Republican chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, which is overseeing its own investigation into Russian interference during the election, said in a statement he was also troubled by the timing of Comey’s termination. “His dismissal, I believe, is a loss for the Bureau and the nation,” Burr said. U.S. intelligence agencies concluded in a January report that Russian President Vladimir Putin had

FBI Director James Comey testifies before a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on “Oversight of the Federal Bureau of Investigation” on Capitol Hill in Washington on May 3. (REUTERS File Photo)

ordered an effort to disrupt the 2016 election, with the aim of helping Trump. CNN reported on Tuesday night that federal prosecutors had issued grand jury subpoenas to former Trump national security adviser Michael Flynn, seeking business records, as part of the probe into Russian interference in the election. Trump’s firing of Comey came a day after former acting Attorney General Sally Yates told a Senate panel that she had informed the White House on Jan. 26 that Flynn was at risk of blackmail by Moscow because he had been untruthful about his discussions with the Russian ambassador, Sergei Kislyak. Trump fired Flynn 18 days later. Russia has repeatedly denied any meddling in the election and the Trump administration denies allegations of collusion with Russia. RESTORING ‘PUBLIC TRUST’ Trump, in a letter to Comey released by the White House, said: “It is essential that we find new leadership for the FBI that restores public trust and confidence in its vital law enforcement mission.” The president told Comey in the letter that he accepted the recommendation of Attorney General Jeff Sessions that he could no longer provide effective leadership. Comey’s term was to run through September 2023. He was appointed director by Democratic President Barack Obama in 2013. S essions advis ed Trump’s campaign before being picked by the

reopened the investigation because of a discovery of a new trove of Clinton-related emails. Clinton and other Democrats say they believe Comey’s decision help cost her the election. The firing came as a shock to FBI staff, nearly all of whom had confidence in Comey despite the controversy surrounding his handling of the Clinton email situation, according to an FBI official who spoke on condition of anonymity. The official said there was concern among agents that the firing was a political act related to the Russian investigation. Other current and former U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials questioned the White House explanation for Comey’s firing. “Trump praised him for the work on the email investigation, so that’s not it,” said Austin Berglas, a former FBI supervisory agent on hacking cases. “I think he realized the extent of the Russia investigation under way and moved him out. To me, that’s the only logical explanation right now.” Trump’s dismissal of Comey does not mean the FBI’s investigation into Russia’s interference in the U.S. presidential election will be disrupted or end - career FBI staffers can continue the probe even as the search for a new FBI director begins, legal experts said. Republican Representative Justin Amash wrote on Twitter that he and his staff were reviewing the possibility of drafting legislation to create an independent commission to look into the Russian campaign meddling. Legislation related to the appointment of a special prosecutor or independent counsel has lapsed. But Justice Department regulations provide for the appointment of a special counsel, which is selected by the attorney general, or acting attorney general in the case of recusal, the experts said.

DHARAMSALA, MAy 10 (ReuteRS): Top U.S. lawmakers delivered a blunt message to China on Wednesday that they would not relent in their campaign to protect human rights in Tibet, calling for legislative and trade steps to press home their point. Nancy Pelosi, leading a bipartisan Congressional delegation to meet the Dalai Lama, vowed to stand by the exiled Tibetan spiritual leader even as President Donald Trump’s administration appears to shift its focus away from human rights. “We’re not going away. We can do this slowly. We can do it long,” the House Democratic leader told Reuters at a guest house in the north Indian hill town of Dharamsala, where the Dalai Lama has been based in exile since 1960. “We’ll have our leverage and we’ll be ready when we see the opportunity.” The visit by eight U.S. lawmakers, all but one a Democrat, seeks to buttress the moral authority of the 81-year-old Nobel peace laureate and Buddhist monk even as Beijing steps up its efforts to isolate him on the world stage. At the same time, Tibetan emigres say an official campaign of repression and forced assimilation in their homeland is intensifying. China took control of Tibet in 1950 in what it calls a “peaceful liberation” and has piled pressure on foreign governments to shun the Dalai Lama, whom it labels a dangerous separatist. He says he simply seeks genuine autonomy for Tibet. Beijing on Wednesday complained about the U.S. lawmakers’ meeting with the Dalai Lama, who fled Tibet after an abortive uprising against Chinese rule in 1959. Pelosi said successive U.S. administrations had paid a high price for not holding Beijing to account on human rights, instead engaging in a trade relationship that has evolved to the overwhelming benefit of China. “We just decided to ride the tiger, and the tiger decides when you’re going

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to get off,” she told Reuters. “And we’re just not taking that ride with them.” Her delegation was feted in Dharamsala on its two-day visit, which ended with festivities that coincided with the anniversary of the birth of Buddha. ‘WE CAN SET AN EXAMPLE’ “We have a conflict with China but we respect even the hard-core communists - we look at them with compassion,” the Dalai Lama said in an address, urging his followers to remain on the path of peaceful resistance. “We can set an example to the world that non-violent struggle can work,” he also said. “If we had fought our struggle with violence, we would not have as many friends as we do now.” A banner showed pictures of the Dalai Lama meeting the last four U.S. presidents. He has not yet been invited to meet Trump. Pelosi, who declined to comment on Trump’s sacking of FBI chief James Comey, also described the human rights situation elsewhere in China and Hong Kong as “terrible”. Congressman Jim McGovern, travelling with Pelosi, has proposed legislation that would impose travel restrictions on China as long as Beijing strictly controls access to Tibet for foreigners. He said the Recipro-

cal Access to Tibet Act was winning support in Congress - its co-sponsor is Jim Sensenbrenner, the sole Republican in the eightmember delegation led by Pelosi. “We need to hold accountable those who are responsible for designing and implementing the policy in Tibet,” said McGovern, who has also backed a law targeting Russian officials suspected of corruption. Those Chinese leaders guilty of severe human rights violations should be barred from travelling to the United States or parking their money there. “They ought to be on a list so that the whole world knows that they are human rights abusers,” McGovern said. China has ramped up its criticism of the Dalai Lama in recent months blasting India for inviting him to a gathering of Nobel peace laureates and for letting him visit a frontier region claimed by Beijing. Pelosi responded by saying that Beijing’s harsh rhetoric was “a sign of weakness”. She backed calls by the Dalai Lama and Lobsang Sangay, the president of his government in exile, the Central Tibetan Administration, for greater autonomy that stops short of independence. “They (the Chinese) have to recognize that there’s a value to them in letting Tibet be Tibet in an autonomous way,” she said.

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Regd. No: 217 I, Tiatemsu aged about 37 years S/o Merentoshi a resident of Jalukie Town, Peren district, Nagaland do hereby solemnly declare as follows: 1. That my name as per SBI/NSCB Ltd. Bank Pass book is Shri Tiatemsu Lkr however, my real name is Shri. Tiatemsu and not Shri. Tiatemsu Lkr 2. That from today onwards, I shall be known as Shri. Tiatemsu for all my official/legal purposes. 3. That the statement made in the affidavit and those statements made in para - 1&2 are true to my knowledge and those statements made in the paragraph are facts as derive from record and which are true. Deponent

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The Dalai Lama. (REUTERS File Photo)

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president to lead the Jus- the administration’s explatice Department. Sessions nation was “a sham.” had rescued himself from Comey was traveling in involvement in the Russia Los Angeles when the news investigation, after he mis- broke that he had been stated his own 2016 con- fired. tacts with Russia’s ambasIn an odd twist, a White sador to Washington. House official said the letComey’s deputy, An- ter firing him was delivered drew McCabe, became act- to the FBI by Keith Schiller, ing FBI director. The White Trump’s longtime armed House said the search for personal bodyguard who is a new permanent director now director of Oval Office would begin immediately. Operations at the White Pushing back against House. critics of the move, White Trump, in the letter, House officials said Dep- said: “While I greatly appreuty Attorney General Rod ciate you informing me, on Rosenstein, a career pros- three separate occasions, ecutor who took office on that I am not under investiApril 25, assessed the situ- gation, I nevertheless conation at the FBI and con- cur with the judgment of cluded that Comey had lost the Department of Justice his confidence. that you are not able to efRosenstein sent his rec- fectively lead the bureau.” ommendation to Sessions, who concurred and they EMAIL CONTROVERSY forwarded their recomComey, 56, had been mendation to Trump, who the target of criticism from accepted it on Tuesday, many quarters for his handling of a probe involving they said. The White House re- Clinton’s use of a private leased a memo in which email server while she was Rosenstein wrote: “I can- U.S. secretary of state unnot defend the Director’s der Obama. As recently as handling of the conclu- Tuesday, the FBI clarified sion of the investigation of remarks that Comey made Secretary Clinton’s emails, on the matter last week. Trump had originally and I do not understand his refusal to accept the nearly criticized the FBI director universal judgment that he for not pursuing criminal charges against Clinton was mistaken.” Rosenstein cited sev- last July, but later lavished eral former Justice Depart- praise on him. Comey had said in July ment officials’ comments criticizing Comey’s han- the Clinton email case dling of the Clinton email should be closed without investigation, including his prosecution, but then declared - 11 days before the public statements. But one of those he Nov. 8 election - that he had cited, Donald Ayer, a former deputy attorney general under President H.W. भा. कृ . अनु प. .- प. रा��य �मथु �मथु न अनुसंधानसक �� कृ . .अनु Bush, questioned the purभा. कृ . अनु. प.भा. - रा��य �मथु-नरा��य अनुसंधान नक�अनु � ंधान क�� ICAR – NATIONAL RESEARCH CENTRE ON MITHUN ported reasons for the firICAR – NATIONAL RESEARCH CENTRE ON MITHUN ing. Reached by Reuters,ICAR – NATIONAL RESEARCH CENTRE ON MITHUN Ayer said in an email that NO.NRCM(S)311/2015(Vol.I) NO.NRCM(S)311/2015(Vol.I) NO.NRCM(S)311/2015(Vol.I)

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Peren District Welfare Officer (DWO) Peren has informed that payments for old age -pension/ widow/disabled/handicap state under NSAP Department of Social Welfare for the year 201516 six months and 2016-17 for three months for Peren district would start from May 15. The same would be made as per payment schedule date and place for payment given project wise. Beneficiaries have been asked to call their pensions from the CDPO Office, place of payment along with their Aadhaar Card, Bank account, EPIC and life certificate from pastor. Payment schedule for Tening and Nsong will be from May 15-17, Athibung from June 5-6, Jalukie from June 12-16 and Peren from July 11-13. It is also informed to all concerned that no payment would be made from DPO/DWO. Nokcharenla Longchar District Welfare Officer,Peren, Nagaland

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Ginobili thwarts rockets in NbA Finger pointed at Infantino playoffs with stunning block after FIFA ethics heads ousted Los ANgeLes, MAy 10 (AFP): Manu Ginobili pulled off an astonishing last-gasp defensive block as the San Antonio Spurs dug deep to claim a 110-107 victory over the Houston Rockets in their Western Conference playoff series on Tuesday. Kawhi Leonard -- who limped off late in the game with an ankle injury -- topscored for San Antonio with 22 points as the Spurs took a 3-2 lead in their best of seven series. But it was Ginobili's heroics in overtime -- athletically denying James Harden as the Rockets star shaped for a game-tying three-pointer -that stole the show at San Antonio's AT&T Center. It was a superb clutch defensive play from the 39-yearold Argentinian, which gives the Spurs a precious lead as the series heads to Houston for Game 6 on Thursday. "Manu reached back and gave us one of his Manu performances from past years. He was a stud," Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said. "We went to him with Kawhi off the court and asked him to make some things happen, generate some offense. He did a good job, whether distributing or scoring -- he was big for us," added Popovich, praising his

San Antonio Spurs’ Manu Ginobili (20) of Argentina blocks Houston Rockets’ James Harden three-point shot attempt in the final seconds of overtime of Game 5 in a second-round NBA basketball playoff series, Tuesday, May 9, 2017, in San Antonio. San Antonio won 110-107. (AP Photo)

team's defensive resilience after the loss of Leonard in a tense finale. "Everybody pulled together and played some good defense, especially without Kawhi being out there. The competitiveness was just off the charts. "We're obviously thrilled with the victory. We would have really been in a hole. Either team could have won the game down the stretch." But it was a frustrating night for Harden, who led the

scoring for the Rockets with 33 points and a triple-double but was unable to provide his team with the breakthrough in overtime. Harden made only four of 15 attempted three-pointers and crucially coughed up nine turnovers -- including three in overtime. Three other players made double figures for the Rockets with Patrick Beverley finishing with 20 points, Ryan Anderson 19 points and Eric Gordon with 11.

San Antonio's scoring was spread throughout the team, with LaMarcus Aldridge adding 18, Danny Green 16 and Patty Mills 20. Jonathan Si mm o ns (12) and Ginobili (12) also notched double digits. San Antonio meanwhile played the final minutes of regulation and the overtime period without Leonard, who appeared to twist his left ankle during a drive in the third quarter. Popovich declined to speculate on the seriousness of Leonard's injury. "He didn't want to come out obviously, we let him a play on a little bit just to see how it went. But it was obvious he couldn't go," Popovich said. Houston looked to have edged clear when Ryan Anderson's three-pointer put them ahead with 47.6 seconds on the clock. Danny Green then drew a foul attempting a layup to give San Antonio a 109-107 buffer, with a further free throw making it 110-107. The winner of the series will play the Golden State Warriors for a place in the NBA Finals. Golden State reached the Western Conference finals after completing a 4-0 sweep of the Utah Jazz on Monday.

MANAMA, MAy 10 (ReuteRs): FIFA has given no explanation for ousting the two heads of its Ethics Committee, but the move has led some to point the finger at president Gianni Infantino and left those hoping for reform at world football's governing body feeling uneasy. FIFA's decision not to renew the mandate of chief ethics investigator Cornel Borbely and chief ethics judge Hans-Joachim Eckert - the men who banned former FIFA head Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini from the game - came at Tuesday's meeting of its ruling council. None of the council members had time to explain the decision to the media on their way out of the meeting, instead hurrying onto a bus to go for dinner at a five-star hotel in the Bahraini capital. There some spoke off the record about an administrative hiccup, with the Ethics heads having forgotten to put forward their nominations, while others suggested the pair were too costly for the organisation. There was also talk that the Ethics Committee was seen as too 'Euro-centric'. Eckert is German and Borbely is Swiss. These arguments were dismissed by the pair themselves, however, when they spoke to media on Wednesday in a sparse room overlooking the venue for FIFA's congress on Thursday. They warned that the move would lead to valuable knowledge and experience being lost as their replacements, Colombian investi-

gator Maria Claudia Rojas and judge Vassilios Skouris of Greece, will start from scratch on "several hundred" cases. FIFA's list of nominations for committee heads also indicated the removal of Miguel Maduro, a former government minister in Portugal, who had been head of the Governance Committee, which had a key role on reforms. Rumours of the changes had been circulating for a while but, typically of the FIFA world, had been dismissed as gossip just a few weeks ago. In late March, FIFA general secretary Fatma Samoura told Switzerland’s Tagesanziger newspaper there was no basis to reports that Borbely and Eckert would be axed. German FA president Reinhard Grindel, a member of the Council, said he had received a similar message when he checked with Samoura's office on Monday this week if anything was planned against the Ethics Committee heads. "I asked the day before at the office of the General Secretary if there were any announcements that Borbely and Eckert will be displaced and they said no, they had no information." Nevertheless, Grindel, who defended his compatriot Eckert at the meeting, had no doubt who was behind the decision. "You have to ask Infantino why he made this proposal," he said. "It is a decision of the president." But Infantino himself has been silent on the reasons behind the

moves. "The concern is that it is a purge for reasons of self-interest from the FIFA president," said reform campaigner Jamie Fuller of campaign group 'New FIFA Now' who compared the Swiss to his compatriot Blatter. "The decisions of the Council and so many actions of Mr Infantino’s administration are no more trustworthy than his predecessors," he said. On the other hand, at least one supporter of Infantino defended Tuesday's decision, with CONCACAF's Canadian president Victor Montagliani rejecting Borbely and Eckert's view that their replacement marked the death of reforms. "With all due respect to their opinions I don't believe that at all... Yes, the ethics committees are very important but it's not like we replaced them with non-independent people," he said. "It's been way overblown from a hype perspective. Maybe it's my Canadian background, I'm a little uncomfortable when judges start speaking in the media, either during their tenureship or even after their tenureship. I think that is quite unprofessional, quite frankly," he said. Montagliani was talking after a press conference promoting the bid of three CONCACAF members - the United States, Canada and Mexico to host the 2026 World Cup. The men in charge of FIFA's ethics campaign may be out of a job, but the business of football's global body continues.

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Some easy ways to build our economy

Liberal Democratic Party of Nagaland

s every literate person knows, agriculture is the backbone of the economy; we should start our first step by flourishing our agricultural sector which wouldn't be so costly and tiresome to bear with if without determination. The government should take the little initiative of imparting the farmers with revolutionized scientific methods to yield high productivity. A little effort in making the availability of revolutionized machines like tractors, mowers, plough etc. on a rental or ownership basis would be applauded. The concerned authorities should see to it to happen that the farmers are provided with the best quality seeds and more ecofriendly pesticides and manure. In the meantime the respective govt. authorities should organize schemes or programs to attract the aspiring local entrepreneurs or corporations to set up small scale indus-

tries at the initial stages. We could have a range of agro based industries to boost our economy and provide employment like producing our own cotton, silk, fibers and textile industries so that in the long run we could produce our own clothes for us to wear, we could also utilize our abundance of variety of fruits as resources. We can help the entrepreneurs with strategic ways to create products and to export it in various districts or beyond. If we could produce other food grains like wheat and barley etc. in our hills and plains then it will be productive because bread, flour and other food products derives from such and not rice. In our land of "Abundant Green", the locals should also zeal the interest to rear wide range of livestock in bulk as it serves many purposes. We could depend on cows, yaks, goats etc for milk. With this we could also set up household or small factories to produce cheese, butter, curd and other

dairy products for our consumption and to export it as well. We can also rear sheep for wool and meat, and other livestock for hide, hairs etc. as we need the products deriving from them in our daily lives in the form of leather, brushes, wax etc. Since we have abundant rubber plantations we have to find ways to utilize it and not just to export the latex to other States. For one instance we could set up factories to produce rubber shoes with conveniently affordable price tag so that the people could obtain it easily even if the quality could not match with that of the foreign goods. And in order to create a demand for our local footwears, we could create running events like marathon for the general public and cross country race and other sporting events for schools in district and state level. We could also promote and advertise the universal benefits of jogging and running to reduce stress and boost our metabolism. There are

Imbroglio of DoSE Vitho Zao

Kacharigaon, Dimapur

he Department of School Education (DoSE) is perhaps one of the biggest departments in our state with thousands of employees. I bet it has the highest number of unions and associations under a single department. With such multiple associations we frequently see and read of agitation, strikes, protests and even ultimatums to the department which itself speaks and indicate all is not well. The public are witness to how the government tackle such agitation and the infamous use of water canon on teachers demanding their salary have not faded from public memory. Unions, associations are formed for the welfare of its members to fight for rights, justice collectively. And as long as rights are constitutional pursuing a demand is legal. On 7th May 2017 the government has issued a show cause notice to an association (NGHSSEA) which is surprising. I have no inclination to this association nor know any of their leaders spearheading their cause however the instant show cause notice served to them needs deliberation. As per media report the demands placed by this association to the government are some issues the government ought to look into. I feel the government can take a saner and wiser action or decision for a solution instead of a show cause notice instantly. As per media feeding this particular association is the only registered association under DoSE! Was the department uneasy because the only registered association under DoSE sought redressal democratically? As far as my memory goes there were much more serious agitation that took place and public are aware of it,

water canon issue needs no repetition! Or is it unregistered associations more superior and more effective when it comes to highlighting grievances to the government? If so, this particular association should be least bothered about de-recognition and pursue like other unregistered associations! With regard to the demands of this association, I think bifurcation of secondary and higher secondary is a serious matter. In practical these issues should not be taken up by employees of the department in the first place, the government should have studied the pros and cons before higher secondary education were introduced? Secondly the issue of not submitting incumbency list to AG to avail pay slip, seniority lists etc is lapses of the department which they should not shy away? Thirdly the demand for review of DDO powers withdrawn from some schools is the contagious issue which is also the lapse of our government. I personally feel that the long and boring conflict between the secondary and higher secondary issue was not created by teachers or employees of the department but the fault of the department and our government for haphazardly introducing a good education system without proper ground work. The government has all the means and power to clamp on its employees but that also does not mean that solution to a problem should not be sought. And as far as this department is concerned unless this entire quagmire, petty politicking is done away and prudence applied the future of our students are indeed very bleak. In conclusion, I would like to pose a question to employees of DoSE. How many of you have your children studying in government schools?

also many other day to day needed products derived from rubber so we should instead of sitting idle push ourselves to every possibility we have the opportunity to grasp. The govt. officials should start giving back to the people by performing their responsible duties by feeling contributive in our developmental process. They should also make the people aware of the importance of bees for sustaining our Flora and Fauna kingdom and help growers with measures to grow and harvest honeybees effectively. Once we have multiple means of production then we can target markets and reach out for more consumers. With rapid industrialization there would be force emergence of other mechanisms like advertisement firm, accountant firms, online stores, delivery and transportation services, patent and legal firms etc. And as modernization hits one system, it will ripple its way towards every system

and it will lead to more growth of our economy. These initial measures to uplift our economy before the arrival of need of sophisticated technologies to sky rocket our economy, wouldn't drain out the State's treasuries as some govt. officials may fear. It will befall at the cost of some few hundred Crores at the expense of actually doing some productive thing for our present and future. And to some govt. officials who feel (excuses) that development is not possible without the Naga solution, one can only rightfully question them what the purpose is for the existence of the State government, then. Sovereignty is sovereignty and development is development and if the govt. officials cannot differentiate between the two then it is only right that they resign from their responsibilities and give some other the chance to develop the living condition and struggle for existence for

some, in this drastically hard economy because without economic sustainability how can a person manage to survive to live in Nagaland before or after, any kind of Naga solution. Although this is case sensitive, from a rational point of view- if without our basic rights as a human being, like liberty, economic rights, equality, human rights, freedom of speech and expression, fundamental and civil rights, right to fraternity, right for development and life etc. what good is any government. Instead of being chained to the rhythm of the pattern of the system that has enslaved us, what if we could examine and understand the pattern by means of "critical reasoning" and work as one (which is not an impossible thing), collectively for the emergence of a harmonious Naga nation without being solely influenced by all the atrocities and policies of the past and narrowing our reasoning capacity.

A thought on the recent HSLC & HSSLC results vis-à-vis education in Nagaland

Longrangty Longchar

ongratulations to all the successful students who passed out HSLC & HSSLC examinations 2017 conducted by the Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE). A special congratulation to all the toppers; girls outshone the boys once again, but then, education, as far as I am concerned, knows no gender or age but excellence only. It also didn’t come as a surprise to see that most of the top positions were achieved by nonNagas; perhaps, they are more sincere, dedicated and have more zeal for academic excellence. Therefore, so a special congratulation to the non-Naga students for their great achievement among the 37,918 students that appeared in the HSLC & HSSLC examination 2017. What set my mind into thinking was simply this: almost all the top ten students in the HSLC and HSSLC (Arts, Commerce and science streams) are from educational institutions either from Kohima or Dimapur. Except for one student from Wokha in the Top 9 position in the HSLC exam, all are from the two biggest cities in Nagaland. Of course, some of the private schools in other district also did extremely well and secured good marks and could find their names in the Top 20 lists. I do sincerely pray and hope that they would go on to do better in their higher classes. But the biggest question that rings in my mind is about the thirty Government run institutions that produced ‘nil results’. Could the answer be obvious: like the scourge of proxy teachers, the lack of dedication or cooperation among the

teachers or is it the fault of the students? I am also wondering whether the children of some of the government teachers - whose schools produced nil results – fared well from some private schools. If there is any case like that - which I hope not – then it would be a big shame on the part of those government school teachers. Anyway, it is time to look ahead and I, as a concerned citizen, am sharing my thoughts simply out of concern for our children as a whole. Therefore, it is time for some soul searching among the government schools too. It is quite encouraging that the state government has on May 6, 2017 resolutely declared ‘No total bifurcation of HSS, HS’ and also declared that “Government High Schools (GHSs) with nil results for three consecutive years would be downgraded”. Sometimes, we need such strong-willed decisions from the state government too. It is no secret that there was a cold war of the sort between GHS and Higher Secondary government employees for a number of reasons during the past years in many schools. Besides, the education department, which is supposed to be the most respected department, has been in the news during the past many years for all the wrong reasons. It would be futile to talk about it now; but our Chief Minister Dr Shurhozelie, during his visit to a GHSS in Mokokchung recently, also acknowledged it and promised to do something about it. Hopefully, the latest Government’s notification is the sincere promise of our Chief Minister, and hopefully this would bring some harmony in the working

system of the government run institutions. To be quite blunt, it is a wonder that the government educational institutions have some of the most qualified and experienced teachers; and thanks to the different central flagship programmes like SSA, RMSA etc, a lot of facilities are being provided nowadays (whether those funds reach the schools, is another question). Yes, with due respects to our government school students, perhaps we can say that the private school students might be a bit better off that those who study government institutions, but to produce ‘nil results’ is simply astounding. Couldn’t there really be a single student, who if given the right guidance, would at least get through in a simple pass? Surely, there must be at least one or two. Here, I would like to point out about something about our foreparents, who had to walk for miles to go to remote schools for their education. Many had to work as daily wage earners during holidays to cover their educational institutions, and yet many excelled and went on to become great personalities in our state and the nation. It surely should ring something in our minds. Hopefully, in the years to come, our state government educational institutions would also fare well, if not, produce better results than their private school counterparts, and hopefully none of the government high schools in the state would be downgraded because of ‘nil results’. But at the same time, it would be highly insensible on the part of the state government, especially the DoSE to simply blame the teachers and government institutions

for producing ‘nil results’. The infrastructures of most government run educational institutions are in a dilapidated condition, besides there is ‘no timely release of text books and other funds too’ not mention about the late disbursal of salaries to the teachers. Last year, when the state government water-cannoned the agitating teachers who were demanding their salaries, the sentiments of many good citizens were deeply hurt and expressed that it would have adverse affect directly or indirectly on the educational scenario in Nagaland. Does it ring a bell, My Dear State Government? Therefore, it is time the state government also takes educational institutions as the ‘Temple of learning’ and the students as the future of the nation with all seriousness, not just as rhetoric for occasions like teachers’ day etc. Likewise, hopefully the government teachers would also be more dedicated give to the children the hordes of knowledge in their minds so that ‘every student will become like his teacher’ in the years to come. Nothing is never too late, and with proper understanding comes greater hope for the future. Anyway congratulations all the successful students once again, and to those who could not make it this time, may your heart not be disheartened but find courage and the determination to excel in the year to come. After all, examination alone is not the benchmark of a good education. What matters is your strong character – be it during times of success or failure – and the ability to look beyond today so that you would know where you would be tomorrow. God bless you all.

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Thursday 11•05•2017

EntErtainmEnt

Beauty Truths: In conversation with hair and makeup artist

Asen Aier with her employees at Studio 12, 1st floor-BEO Centre opposite West PS, PWD main road Dimapur. (Image Credit/Studio 12)

Akangchila Longchar

Morung Express News

here are many professionals in the beauty service industry who work hard and tirelessly but go less acknowledged. Beyond films, television, magazines, and fashion ramps, we require and hire the services of these professionals to help us look good and feel confident for special occasions and every day. Today, we have chosen to interview a young entrepreneur from the beauty service industry in Nagaland who has worked hard to get to where she is today. Asen Aier, professional makeup and hair artist runs a beauty salon in Dimapur called Studio 12.

She has made a name and gained trust from numerous clients in the Northeast for her amazing bridal makeup and hair creations. Growing up, Asen always had artistic inclination and she was passionate about art and design. But she chose to pursue science stream at Kohima Science College. Later, she graduated from Bangalore University and soon after, she worked as a Communications Trainer for a corporate company in Bangalore for five years. However, her artistic inclination won the best out of her and she decided to apply for a Nagaland government sponsored beauty

Microblading, semi-permanent eyebrow tattooing technique. (Image Credit/Studio 12)

training course in New Delhi. Once training was completed after six months, she moved on to work under a professional makeup artist and got several opportunities to work for films and music videos. Deciding to come back to her hometown and setup her own beauty business, she started Studio 12

in 2012. “A startup business is not easy at all,” she stated from experience. She also added, “Even though I’ve worked in corporate offices and had field experience in the beauty world, I had to learn the basics of entrepreneurship through trial and error. There was no one to teach me but I’m glad I decide to follow my

passion and stuck through all the trials and errors I encountered every single day.” “I still have relatives and friends questioning me why I never chose the Government job route. I don’t blame them because our society is fed and trained to understand that Government jobs provide stability

and prestige and that vocational jobs are just not good enough and for people who have no other choice. Well, I made this choice and I’m very satisfied. And I have to add that running a beauty salon is hard work. From simple eyebrow threading to hair colouring or something life changing like bridal hair and makeup; everyone expects the best and clients are not at all forgiving. If you think, we have easy jobs than you are so wrong. We stand on our feet the whole day, primping and pampering people to make them look good,” she laughed. And the learning never stops…recently, she took a Eyebrow Professional Course called “Microblad-

ing” at Bangkok Beauty Academy, a semi-permanent eyebrow tattooing technique (lasts for one to two years depending on skin type and care) which is famous worldwide. In this process, brows are filled out or reconstructed by drawing on tiny lines that looks like individual hairs resulting in an appearance that’s as close to a natural brow as it gets. Asen works with a hand-held tool that puts pigments into the skin, but doesn’t go as deep as a normal tattoo would. After healing, the brows are smudge and water proof and you just need a onetime touchup session. This technique, a first-time in Nagaland is offered at her salon Studio 12, Dimapur.

“Work should always be a learning process for all of us. I like updating with new trends and techniques, so I still go for trainings to keep my skills sharp,” she opined. To anyone who wants to take up similar vocational trainings and make it your career, all I would say is this, “Just getting trained is not enough, because it is very hard work which demands not only skill but passion and requires heaps and heaps of patience.” As for me, right now I’m enjoying work, get to travel, meet new people, and learn new things. All in all, I feel I have successfully turned my passion into an enriching career, she signs off contented.

G.I. Joe inventor Stanley Weston dead

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tanley Weston, inventor of the G.I. Joe action figure, is dead. He was 84. Weston died on May 1 here, his daughter Cindy Winebaum announced, reports hollywoodreporter.com. He is survived by his brother, his three children and five grandchildren. Weston was born in Brooklyn in 1933 and served in the Army shortly after the Korean War ended. When he returned home to New York, he found a job with an advertising agency and enrolled in night courses for an MBA at New York University, where he had studied as an undergraduate.

Weston soon discovered a talent for the upand-coming licensing and merchandising industry, and he struck out on his own to found Weston Merchandising. When Mattel's Barbie dolls were introduced in 1960, Weston realized boys were an untapped market for the doll industry after noting that many of them played with Ken dolls. He conceived of the idea of a military action figure and in 1963 sold what would become G.I. Joe to Hasbro. The runaway hit would go on to be one of the most enduring toy lines in history, spawning hit TV

shows and films as well. Weston later renamed his company Leisure Concepts, which would represent clients such as Charlie's Angels-era Farrah Fawcett, Nintendo and the World Wrestling Federation, as well as TV shows including Alf and Welcome Back, Kotter. His other notable achievements include helping create the 1980s animated phenomenon ThunderCats. In 1989, he was among the inaugural class for the Licensing Industry Hall of Fame, which includes notables Walt Disney, George Lucas and Jim Henson.

The Naga Elders Forum, Shillong organised a 'Naga Day' on 6th May. Prominent performers like Abiogenesis, Tetseo Sisters, Rueben Mashangva, The Patkai Choir and others enthralled the audience. Seen here-Nise Meruno with Zowe Madrigal and the Naga Students Shillong Cultural Troupe.

Source: IANS

Justin Bieber in India The second live edition of SUPPORT will be held in Kohima on May 13, Saturday from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm at the West Road Mall, Jail Colony. The gig will feature winners of the Hornbill International Rock Contest 2016, Search and Found (SNF), as the headliner. Indie singer/songwriter Jonathan Thome is the opening act. Tickets are available on call at 8258901383 for free home delivery.

Chris Evans to tell superhero’s tale on TV show

C Justin Bieber sent his trusted 'Beliebers' into a frenzy opening his debut gig in Mumbai as scheduled. The air was heavy with Bieber-Fever at Mumbai's DY Patil stadium. Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt, Arjun Rampal, Sonali Bendre and Arbaaz Khan were in the audience as well.

Cindy Crawford's daughter Kaia Gerber, 15, dons leggy lace Marc Jacob’s mini-dress at Daisy bash. The nepotistically-privileged 15-year-old posed beside a convertible filled with flowers while clad in the absent 54-year-old designer's long-sleeved lace mini-dress and metallic heels. It's been two months since the high school junior was unveiled as the brand ambassador for the perfume alongside Dilia Martins and Sofia Mechetner. Good genes: Supporting the Malibu native was none other than her big brother, Presley, rocking a black bomber jacket with skinny jeans. (Photo Credit / MailOnline)

hris Evans is best known as Captain America, and now the American actor will be seen reading a story about superheroes during his appearance on TV show "Bedtime Stories". The first look at Evans in action has been released by the channel CBeebies, showing the actor surrounded by soft toys clad in miniature superhero costumes, reports mirror.co.uk. He said: "Being a superhero can really be tough sometimes.

You have good days and bad days, and that's what tonight's bedtime story is all about." Evans will read "Even Superheroes Have Bad Days" by Shelly Becker and Eda Kaban, which contains ideas on how to help children when they are feeling overwhelmed. The episode with Evans - whose "Captain America: Civil War" will telecast in India on May 14 on Star Movies and Star Movies HD - will air internationally on May 10. Source: IANS

Thursday 11•05•2017

SPORTS

THE MORUNG EXPRESS

Manohar to continue as ICC chairman until 2018

Inspired Alves leads Juventus into Champions League final

MUMBaI, May 10 (ReUTeRs): India's Shashank Manohar has withdrawn his resignation as chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) and will complete his term which ends in June next year, the governing body said on Wednesday. A lawyer by profession, Manohar had resigned in March citing personal reasons, having been elected unopposed on a twoyear term as the ICC's first independent chairman in May last year. After being persuaded by the ICC board, the 59-year-old later deferred his resignation, saying he will step down after the annual conference in June, when administrative reforms of the governing body would be complete. "The International Cricket Council (ICC) today confirmed Shashank Manohar will continue to function as the Independent Chairman of ICC until the end of his elected term which is June 2018," the ICC said in a statement. Former Indian cricket board (BCCI) president Manohar has led the governing body's move to reverse the 2014 decision

which effectively put India, England and Australia in control of the game's finances and administration. At last month's meeting in its Dubai headquarters, the ICC board voted for a new financial model and governance structure to address the imbalance. The BCCI was the only board to oppose the new financial model and was one of the two that voted against a revised constitution, which will allow the ICC to include additional full members in the future. The decisions will have to be ratified at the ICC's annual conference in June.

SAINIK SCHOOL PUNGLWA (NAGALAND) Juventus’ Dani Alves, left, and Monaco’s Kylian Mbappe, right, challenge for the ball. (AP Photo) C M Y K

TURIN, May 10 (ReUTeRs): Juventus defender Dani Alves produced an inspired display capped by a stunning volleyed goal in a 2-1 win over AS Monaco on Tuesday that took the Italians into their second Champions League final in three years. Brazilian Alves crossed for Mario Mandzukic to net the first goal in the semi-final, second leg and then scored the second through an explosive strike which, with Juve leading 2-0 from the first game, effectively finished off the tie by halftime. Juventus were coasting until Monaco's exciting 18-year-old forward Kylian Mbappe pulled a goal back in the 69th minute, ending a run of six successive clean sheets in the competition for the Serie A side and veteran goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon.

MPL: MRH comes from behind to beat MFC KohIMa, May 10 (MexN): MRH FC came from behind to beat Morning Football Club 6-4 in the ongoing Morning Premier League 2017 Season 3 at Kohima Local Ground today. In the high scoring match, Bokato opened the account early on for MFC scoring in the 2nd minute. However, the lead lasted only two minutes as Imti equalised for MRH. Imti struck again in the 12th and 33rd minutes to complete his hat-trick and scored late in the 80th minute to get his fourth goal. MFC’s Bokato also went on to get a hat-trick scoring in the 13th and 68th minutes but MRH were rampant. Akum got a brace for MRH scoring in the 16th and 40th minutues. The other scorer for MFC was Hanito who scored in the 34th minutue.

May 11 fixture

Power Comm FC vs Medical XI

FIFA to investigate Pogba's worldrecord transfer ZURIch, May 10 (aFp): FIFA are to investigate the world-record transfer of Paul Pogba to Manchester United, a source at world football's governing body told AFP on Tuesday. French midfielder Pogba was transferred for more than £89.3 million ($111 million, 105.2 million euros) in August 2016 from Italian club Juventus. Confirmation of the investigation came after French media reports said FIFA had opened an inquiry. It is not yet clear what aspect of the transfer FIFA is investigating. Pogba, 24, joined United after a protracted transfer saga, last August and has so far appeared in almost 50 league and cup games this season.

Tempers then flared when Monaco defender Kamil Glik appeared to stamp on forward Gonzalo Higuain, although the referee took no action against the Pole, leading to a bad-tempered final 20 minutes as Juve ran out comfortable 4-1 winners on aggregate. They will face either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid, who meet in the other semi at the Vicente Calderon on Wednesday with Real leading 3-0. The showpiece match is in Cardiff on June 3. "I'm very happy with the way the lads played," said Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri, whose side lost 3-1 to Barcelona in the 215 final. "It wasn't easy to play in the Champions League and they deserved to get to the final." Monaco started brightly as they began the thankless task of trying

to breach the Juve defence and the home side's 39-year-old keeper Buffon flapped at Bernardo Silva's cross in the first minute, although nobody was on hand to take advantage. Mbappe then hit the inside of the post from a narrow angle, though he was flagged offside, and Radamel Falcao drove over from long range as the visitors pressed forward. But Juventus always seemed to have too much guile and Higuain had already squandered one chance, with a failed attempt to dink the ball over goalkeeper Danijel Subasic, before Mandzukic put them ahead after 33 minutes. The move started with Alex Sandro breaking out of defence to charge 50 metres down the left and the ball eventually found Alves who lofted a high cross over from the right.

Mandzukic's header was brilliantly saved by Subasic but the keeper could do nothing as his fellow Croat fired home the rebound from close range. Both teams had further chances as the game ebbed and flowed but Juve were sharper in attack and struck again just before halftime. Alves, who in the previous attack had played in Paulo Dybala with a precision pass, met Subasic's punched clearance with a full-blooded volley from 25 metres and the ball flew into the net with the goalkeeper out of position. Juventus were able to drop the pace in the second half and neither Mbappe's goal nor Glik's tackle were anything more than mild annoyances as the reigning Italian champions cruised into next month's final.

To All Parents & Members of OBASS

Principal, Staff and Cadets of Sainik School Punglwa (Nagaland) request the pleasure of your company for 10th Founder’s Day Celebrations on 13 May 2017 (Saturday) Chief Guest: Shri l l Doungel, IPS Director General of Police, Nagaland All guests and parents are requested to be seated by 09:30 AM. RSVP: 03839-262004/262010

Royal Taekwondo Academy wins medals

DIMapUR, May 10 (MexN): The Royal Dynamic Taekwondo Academy (RDTA) Chumukedima participated and won four medals in the 1st Establishment Day Cup Taekwondo Championship organised by LK Eagle Taekwondo Academy Nagoan which

was held at Police Reserve Auditorium Hall, Nagoan from May 5 to 7. The Medalists are: Rana Ramchiary – Gold (Under-54 Senior category), Tapan Deb Kanungoe – Silver (U-58 Senior), Rahul Dey – Bronze (U-54 Senior), Dhon Killing - Gold (U-55 Junior).

New Perth Stadium not ready for Ashes, test remains at WACA

MeLBoURNe, May 10 (ReUTeRs): The new Perth Stadium will not be finished in time for the third Ashes test between Australia and England in December and the match will therefore be hosted at the traditional WACA ground, Cricket Australia confirmed on Wednesday. Australia's board had hoped the 60,000-seat venue in Burswood would be ready to host the Dec. 1418 match but construction delays had ruled that out, CA Chief Executive James Sutherland said. The five-test Ashes starts in Brisbane on Nov. 23, with Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney also hosting matches.

"We knew that everything needed to come together but it was still disappointing," Sutherland told reporters. "We were really hoping that the test match could be played at this magnificent new stadium. "Nonetheless, there's lots to look forward to." Sutherland said he hoped Perth Stadium would be ready to host a one-day international between the teams scheduled for Jan. 28 but he all but ruled out any matches in the domestic Twenty20 "Big Bash" competition being played there before. Playing the test at the new stadium would have been a boost to CA's fi-

nances as the WACA's capacity is limited to 24,500 with temporary seating, but the home side are likely to welcome the chance to play the 'Old Enemy' at the ground by the Swan river one last time. England's batsmen have traditionally struggled with the pace and bounce of the WACA pitch, and won only one test at the venue in 1978 against an Australian team weakened by the World Series breakaway. December's match is likely to be the last Ashes test played at the WACA, which the local cricket board plans to turn into a boutique ground with a capacity of 10,000-15,000.

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