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Dimapur Police cracks down on Gen (retd) thinoselie infamous money laundering racket is new nnc President Morung Express News Dimapur | May 11
..and that little shack next to our VDB Secretary’s house is our church! (LEFT) A section of gathering raises hands as approval of election of Gen. (Retd) Thinoselie M. Keyho and 3 others. (RIGHT) Gen. (Retd) Thinoselie M. Keyho. (Morung Photos)
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Nagaland Govt assures ANCSU on NEC seat allotment DIMAPUR, MAY 11 (MExN): The All Nagaland College Students Union (ANCSU) held a meeting at the Chief Secretary’s Conference hall, to discuss about the issue of seat allotment to Nagaland State by the North Eastern Council (NEC). A press note from the ANCSU informed that the meeting was attended by the Secretary Higher and Technical Education, Addl secretary HTE and Director Technical Education. The ANCSU informed that the government officials assured the union that the seats allotted to Nagaland state by north eastern council (NEC) “shall not be allotted to any non locals.” “The seats will be allotted only to the indigenous inhabitants of Nagaland state (NEC).” In reference to the government notification for general category for selection of candidates under state reserved seats, the ANCSU pointed out that the children of state government employees, All India Service borne on Nagaland cadre, will be eligible for appearing the exam if only the parents of the children are posted and residing in Nagaland at least for 3 years prior to examination, provided the candidate must be a passed out of 10, 10+2 for diploma courses and professional courses respectively, from a recognized institution from within the Nagaland state. The ANCSU also pointed out that the children of state government employees, All India Service borne of Nagaland cadre shall be eligible to appear for general category only after fulfillment of all the above mentioned criteria. According to the ANCSU, the officials of the department and the Chief Secretary of Nagaland assured that the demands made by ANCSU will be initiated for further necessary amendments before selection of candidates for technical and other allied courses under general category and NEC reserved seats with the cabinet approval. The ANCSU further appreciated the civil society, student organisations, parents, students and concerned citizens for their support and cooperation during the process of its activities.
The Naga National Council (NNC) general meeting was held here today at National Prayer House, Yoruba village under Phek district. Zhopra Vero, convenor NNC Search Committee announced the approval of Gen. (Retd) Thinoselie M. Keyho as NNC president for the tenure 2016-2021. He informed that the NNC had its CEC meeting at Toulazouma, Dimapur on April 19, 2016 and constituted a search committee comprising himself as convenor with other six members namely Thepushuyi S. Keyho, Zapuvisie Lhousa, Senka Ao, T. Oren Lotha, P. Puthai Lam and T.V. Litsaba Sangtam. He said the Committee was entrusted with the responsibility of finding suitable persons who can hold the following posts (President- 1 post, vice president- 3 posts, general secretary- 1 post, joint secretary- 3 posts and advi-
sor- 1 post) for a tenure of 5 years (2016-2021). He said that right after the constitution of the Committee, the members toured extensively throughout the Naga inhabited areas and held consultative meetings with the people. Vero said with the guiding principle, the Committee was able to finalize the names for approval in the NNC general meeting. After making the announcement, the gathering raised their hands as approval and administration of oath of allegiance to Gen (Retd) Thinoselie M. Keyho and others was done by Vekronu Dozo, Mayam Riyam. In his acceptance speech, Gen. (Retd) Thinoselie M. Keyho said he has “humbly accepted the highest post of the President of the Naga National Council which the respected members of the search committee has honored me and approved by the august house of the Naga National Council general meeting held on this day,
the 11th May 2016 at Yoreba village.” “I have accepted it with humility, believing that together we can put the Naga National Council back to its right track. For Naga National Council is the only genuine and authentic political organization and National Institution of the Naga National Movement which has peoples’ mandate and therefore hold the key to final solution of the Indo-Naga political conflict,” he added. Further, Gen. (Retd) Keyho said the Naga National Council stands for solidarity of the Naga people, and sovereignty of the Nation. The NNC expressed also its profound gratitude to the Chakhesang Region for hosting the NNC general meeting 2016. It resolved to extend full support to the President and his Executive Councils towards revitalising, strengthening and pursuing the mandate of the Naga people as the “original political institution.”
It also resolved that the NNC will continue to abide by and adhere to the principles of non-violence and mutual respect for realizing Naga national aspiration and reaffirmed to stand by the August 14 declaration of Naga Independence of 1947 and the May 16 Naga Plebiscite of 1951. Earlier, Brig. (Retd) S. Singnya, Kedahge, Federal Government of Nagaland and Zapuvisie Lhousa, member CEC, NNC delivered short speeches. The meeting was chaired by Senka Ao while Rev. Dr. V.K. Nuh pronounced blessing to the NNC executives. Vote of thanks was proposed by NNC Vice President Thepushuyi S. Keyho. The programme started with Bible reading and prayer by Rev. Pukrolhu Lohe. Prayer Warriors, National Prayer House Yoruba and Suthozu Nagwu village presented special song and indigenous tune respectively. The meet concluded with a mass prayer.
In a major breakthrough, Dimapur police cracked down on a gang involved in the infamous money laundering racket called by various names like “Nigerian scam”, “Four One Nine” or “Get poor fast scheme.” Four persons including a Nigerian national, the kingpin, have been arrested in this connection. Briefing mediapersons, DCP (Zone -1), Dimapur Police, Vilhousie Peseyie, said the arrests were made following three FIRs filed at East Police Station in which the complainants, all women, reported that were duped off their money. The three women in the FIR stated that they were duped Rs. 31.50 lakhs, Rs. 6.47 lakhs and Rs. 25,000 respectively. Peseyie said a team of Dimapur Police including Dinesh Gupta, IPS probationer attached to East PS and Chopika Chophy, SI, camped for 16 days in Delhi and finally arrested the four accused. The four accused are presently in the custody of Dimapur Police. Two of the accused including the Nigerian identified as one Chiazo Nwaneri alias Jasper (31 years) and Chandan Kumar Choudary (28 years) were nabbed in Delhi while the other two gang members identified Narender Singh Bisht (27 years), Laxma Karniyal (36 years) as were arrested from Uttrakhand. Police also seized 42 SIM cards, 6 mobile handsets, 9 ATM cards, 3 internet devices, 3 passbooks, 3 cheque books, a laptop, 3 pen drives and Rs. 31,000 in
The three accused in the “Four One Nine” scam including the Nigerian national Chiazo Nwaneri, the kingpin (3th right) along with Dimapur Police officers.
cash from Nwaneri. On the modus operandi of the gang, police said the kingpin Chiazo Nwaneri used to open hundreds of fake facebook accounts preferably using English names and posing as some rich gentleman. Through such fake accounts, Nwaneri starts to chat and get friendly with vulnerable victims, mostly women. After two-three months and having gained the confidence of the victim, Nwaneri would then devise various ways to fleece his victims, informed Dinesh Gupta, IPS, leading the investigation. The most common strategy is to inform the facebook friend (victim) that Nwaneri, posing as some rich European gentleman, was sending an expensive “gift” (like Apple laptop, I-phone, gold jewelry). After a couple of days, one of Nwaneri accomplices would pose as some customs or airport officials and inform the would-be victim over phone that the “gift” had arrived at IG Airport, New Delhi, and waiting to be claimed. However, to claim the gift Nwaneri accomplice would also inform the would-be victim that he or
she has to pay some money varying from thousands or rupees to a few lakhs as airport “clearance fee”, “custom fee” or “security clearance fee.” It’s hook, line and sinker! The victim deposits the money in an account given by Nwaneri or his men, but the gift never arrives. In many cases, Nwaneri would continue to fleece the victim citing one reason or the other. In some cases, Nwaneri and his men even threatened that they would send “international police” to arrest the victims if they did not pay up, police informed. Police informed that other strategies employed by Nwaneri to dupe the victim include posing as a rich westerner who is bored with the west and wants to settle in India or the North East Region along with all his wealth and lottery scams using names of reputed companies or offices like BBC, Reserve Bank of India and Coca Cola. According to police, Nwaneri has been staying in Delhi in a lavish apartment for the past three years on a fake passport after his passport expired in 2013.
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percent of inter-tribe marriages, according to The Indian Human Development Survey (IHDS-II), based on nationwide surveys conducted between 2011-12. It was put together by the University of Maryland and NCAER. A representative sample of 41,554 households contacted for the study was spread across 33 states and union territories, in rural and urban India. The three north-eastern states were followed by Muslim-dominated Jammu and Kashmir (35 percent)
and Gujarat (13 percent). The data belies the perception that with modernity and economic progress, traditional barriers of caste have broken down. The caste system is an ancient relic of a social hierarchy once based on division of labour. People are born into their caste. They cannot change it. In Madhya Pradesh, almost all (99 percent) people were married in their own caste, followed by Himachal Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, both at 98 percent.
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In conversation with Rumbemo T. Kithan Vishü Rita Krocha Kohima | May 11
The hard work and determination of the 26 year old Naga lad, Rumbemo T. Kithan has paid off, having cleared the prestigious Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) civil services examination, 2016. Ranked 698, the results did not come as a surprise to him, even as he acknowledged that his success is a culmination of efforts from his side as well as the love, care and cooperation from his family, friends, and loved ones. Rumbemo, who hails from Yikhum village in Wokha district, had earlier cleared the UPSC examinations in 2015 and was working as an Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) Officer. Prior to that, he cleared the NPSC examinations, 2013 and served as a Secretariat Assistant for some time. He was also selected as EAC after clearing the NPSC 2014 examination, the results of which was declared this year. In an exclusive interview with The Morung Express, Rumbemo revealed his journey to success while also looking back on his time as a Sec-
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retariat Assistant. “I used to go early by the office bus at around 9:30. Usually there aren’t many people during that time, so, I would finish reading the national newspapers and current affairs within 2 hours and then get to work when others come to office.” There was no stopping this young lad as he juggled between work and studies. After work, he read for about 3-4 hours generally and tried to make up by studying as much as possible during weekends. “It was a similar exercise when I was training in Delhi-Faridabad as an ICAS Probationer”,he stated.
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Chief Veterinary Officers directed to collect vaccines Kohima, may 11 (mExN): All the Chief Veterinary Officers in charge of District, Deputy Chief Veterinary Officers in charge of Sub-Division to immediately collect vaccines during office hours on Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), Haemorragic Septicaemia (HS), Black Quarter (BQ), Enterotoxaemia (ETV), New Castle Disease/ R D (F1 & R2B), Fowl Pox, Canine Rabies and Classical Swine Fever (SF) for mass vaccination before the onset of monsoon in their respective areas for control and containment of contagious diseases in the State. A press note issued by Dr. R. Thungchamo Ezung, Director, Veterinary & AH, Kohima has requested the public to get their livestock, poultry and dogs vaccinated on time to prevent outbreak of diseases from the nearest veterinary institute.
KSOK one day seminar on May 14 Kohima, may 11 (mExN): The Kohima Sumi Officers’ Kuqhakulu (KSOK) will be holding a one day seminar for Sumi officers in Kohima, Sumi Class-III employees, Sumi educated unemployed youth and retired Sumi officers on May 14 at Capital Convention Centre from 9:00 AM onwards. Informing this in a press release,KSOK president, K.Shiwoto Wotsa informed that the K.T.Sukhalu IAS (Retd), Vigilance Commissioner, Nagaland, G.Akheto Sema IPS, Addl.Director General of Police (Admn), Nagaland, I.Himato IFS, Commissioner & Secretary, Works & Housing Department, Nagaland, A.Pitoho Chophy IA &AS, Accountant General (Audit), Nagaland and Hekani Jakhalu, Advisor, YouthNet, Nagaland will be the speakers at the Seminar. The release further asked all the concerned to attend the programme positively.
SBCZ youths visit sub jail ZuNhEboto, may 11 (DiPR): Youth members of Alahuto Colony under Sumi Baptist Church Zunheboto (SBCZ) on May 10 visited sub-jail, Zunheboto and had a fellowship with inmates. A team of Youth led by Assistant Pastor, Elica Achumi delivered short sermon and interrogated with the inmates. During the program, the Youth led by prayer secretaries presented special song. A New Testament Bible was presented to all inmates and as token of love and respect, refreshment was provided to officials and the inmates. The program was chaired by Asst. Teacher, Aboli Chishi.
Unika Angling competition DimaPuR, may 11 (mExN): Unika Angling Club, Hoito village is organising Unika angling competition at Unika Angling Club on May 13 starting from 7 am to 5 pm. The club management has informed that the competition will be in the category of biggest catch. Winner will be awarded Rs. 10,000 while first and second runners up will receive Rs. 7000 and Rs. 5000 respectively.
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Governor holds meeting with Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Focuses on service projects for betterment in health and education sector in Nagaland
Kohima, may 11 (mExN): PB Acharya, Governor of Nagaland & Assam visited the Art of Living Centre to meet the founder of the Art of Living, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on May 4. The meeting focused on service projects for betterment in the health and education sector in Nagaland, particularly in the IndoMyanmar border covering Mon, Tuensang and Kiphire districts of Nagaland. Governor was accompanied by a team of senior doctors with extensive experience in organizing medical camps in Nagaland and Geoffrey Yaden, Chief Editor of Nagaland Post. The doctors attended the meeting were Dr. Hanumanthrao Palep, Palep, Dr. K.C. Mohanty, Dr. P.S. Shankar, Dr. Agam Vora, Dr. Suparna Nirgudkar, Dr.
Governor PB Acharya and others with founder of the Art of Living, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar during the meeting held on May 4.
Umesh Borwankar and Dr. Manjari Ranade. Governor explained that the need of the hour is to promote more people to people contact between the mainland and the North Eastern frontier areas. Thousands of Nagas are liv-
ing in Indo-Myanmar border and Myanmar Nagas across the border are lacking in the fields of education and health. Governor was of the opinion that if the Art of Living Trust takes initiative, there is a scope for Public Private Partnership (PPP)
hospital, school, nursing college, medical college, orphanage and health centre at the border area. This would greatly facilitate and strengthen the bonds of fellowship and strengthen emotional integration between our Nagaland Nagas
as well as Nagas from Myanmar. The Art of Living will set up a health centre to provide medical facilities for common ailments, basic emergency services as well as promote indigenous medical systems. The health centre will also be used as a staging area for periodic medical camps in remote locations and for distribution of medicines at a subsidised price to other centres. There is also a necessity to set up an orphanage and schools in the border districts to promote holistic value based education. These projects will be executed via people to people programme with the Art of Living and Indian National Fellowship Centre (INFC), Mumbai and any NGO to work with the grassroots community leaders.
The Art of Living had earlier sent, as requested by the Governor and on the initiative by INFC, Mumbai, an Art of Living representative Rajesh (engineer) to meet the stakeholders in this project in ENPO area. Rajesh (an Engineer) visited the areas and with the help of Deputy Commissioners concerned, made an assessment of the necessity and feasibility of different service projects. He gave his report to Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravi Shankarji during the meeting with Governor P.B. Acharya and Doctors from Mumbai at Bangalore on May 4. It is important that this being a PPP project, concurrence from the Central Government, Medical Council/Nursing Council etc is also required.
Chamber of Training on advanced cyber forensics for NE police underway Mon Commerce & Industry
Kohima, may 11 (mExN): The training on ‘Advanced cyber forensics for NE police officials representing from Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland commenced from May 11. The training has been organized & conducted by NIELIT Kohima under the sponsorship of Department of Electronics & IT, Ministry of Communications &IT Government of India. The inaugural programme was marked by an introductory session followed by the keynote address from Er. L. Lanuwabang, Director i/c, NIELIT Kohima. He highlighted the objectives of the pro- Participants during the training on advanced cyber forensics for NE police officials repregram while also giving an senting from Tripura, Meghalaya and Nagaland, which commenced on May 11.
overview of how NIELIT Kohima is assisting the law enforcement agencies in solving cybercrime cases through the NIELIT cyber forensics lab. The visiting special dignitary Rupin Sharma IPS, ADGP, PHQs, Nagaland appreciated the effort made by NIELIT Kohima in imparting much needed trainings for the law enforcement agencies in today’s IT-driven world. He emphasis to embrace IT as the tools to combat the modern day crimes accompanied by valuable inputs, suggestions and constructive criticisms mainly conducive to the primary law-enforcement agencies.
NSRLM holds 3rd annual review meeting
Kohima, may 11 (mExN): The Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission (NSRLM) held its 3rd annual review meeting on May 10 and 11. Staff from the state, district and block mission management units across the nine NSRLM districts attended the two day meeting to review progress and updates of FY 2015-’16 and strategies for the coming year. K. Shekiho Phuleshe, Additional Mission Director, NSRLM in the keynote address highlighted the achievements of the State Mission during the past year. He updated that the A house was completely razed down by a fire that broke out at Jakphang village, located Mission has so far formed about 68 km away from Mon town on May 6 last at around 11:30 PM. The fire completely de- 1715 Self Help Groups stroyed the house and damaged all the valuable properties including important documents. (SHGs). Entering into its Further, two surrounding houses were also dismantled for safety. 3rd year of implementa-
tion, the SHGs and Village Level Organizations (VLOs) across the nine resource blocks have so far been provided community support fund amounting to Rs. 6,87,30,000 and SHGs have also been credit linked to a tune of Rs. 1,44,50,000. While lauding the efforts of the Mission team, the Additional Mission Director emphasized on the need to acknowledge shortcomings, reexamine performances and address gaps that have arisen in the past year. He stressed that the most important thing is to see whether target groups have really benefited or not. On day one, presentations on year’s progress and achievements, MIS reports, trainings and strategies for
Year 2016-’17 were given by all districts. The presentations showed that in its three years of programme implementation, the Mission has made tremendous progress in terms of community mobilization, institution building and strengthening efforts; and capacity building of community cadres such as community resource persons, village facilitators and bookkeepers and developing cutting edge staff as trainers and facilitators through numerous capacity building exercises. Some of the issues highlighted were poor connectivity and communication problems and lack of banks in some areas which is posing problems in terms of bank and credit linkage. On day two, Motsuthung
Lotha, outgoing Mission Director Motsuthung Lotha, Secretary, affirmed the State Mission is mature enough and has to be responsive in addressing issues. He reminded that poverty eradication is the toughest job and now that the Mission has taken up the challenge, everyone must work with missionary zeal. He advised the participants to rededicate, encourage each other and work in humility to take the Mission forward. Presentations on scale up strategy to new Intensive Blocks was given by Rollan Lotha, COO (Programs) and presentation on Livelihoods Strategy in Resource Blocks was given by Menuoneituo Chadi, COO (Livelihoods & Skills), NSRLM.
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moN, may 11 (mExN): The Mon Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI) has informed all business establishments in Mon headquarter that a general meeting on May 14 at Council Hall Mon HQ, from 10:00 am. All business establishments including from Tizit, Naginimora, Aboi and Tobu Town are requested to attend the meeting. MCCI, while informing the business establishments not to pay any illegal taxes/donation, has directed to report immediately to the office if any person forces for donation and demand or taxes. MCCI General Secretary & Administration Unok SN also directed in a press release that the entire shop owner should not allow to selling liquor or opium. If they are found, action will be taken seriously, it added. The rice has to be weighed by the shop keeper before the customer and if anybody is found selling expired goods, BPL, AAY, APL, MDM and Anna Purna rice in the market, action will be taken by MCCI. Meanwhile, MCCI has also informed the Additional District Supply Officer, Block SK, VDBs and fair price shops in Mon District that “supply rice” are not to be entertained in the market. “If supply rice is found in the market from your account, action will be taken as per the law,” the MCCI added.
Durban Parade for DEF Kiphire personnel held Training on harmful effects KiPhiRE, may 11 (mExN): The Superintendent of Police, Ben Longkumer held a Durban Parade for DEF Kiphire personnel on May 10 at the office complex. After the parade, the SP also facilitated the successful HSLC and HSSLC candidates of the unit personals which is the first of its kind, with cash and certificate which was followed by luncheon. The DEF later in the afternoon held a farewell programme for the outgoing SDPO Raguramarajan A IPS and Prosecuting Inspector Aowati Kichu at his official chamber. The programme was attended by Officers, NGO, NCO and ministerial staff of the unit.
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SP Kiphire with the successful HSLC and HSSLC candidates and others after the Durban Parade for DEF Kiphire personnel held on May 10 at the office complex.
Kiphire PRERAKs attend literacy prog Morung Express News Kiphire | May 11
Hundreds of PRERAKs from different villages attended the one day literacy programme organized by the SLMA in collaboration with DLMA Kiphire at the Conference Hall of the EBRC with Benjamin Longkap SDO (C) as chief guest. Speaking at the programme, Benjamin said, PRERAKs is a Sanskrit word and when it is translated to English it is drivers of motivator and asked PRERAKs to be motivators of education which is the most needed in places like Kiphire. Speaking on the advantages in places like Kiphire Benjamin said, “the district
have mixed community and in district like this we can learn many cultures and dialects as well which gives us an opportunity to know each other well.” He asked the participants to make it as an advantage and motivate the citizens through noble profession as PRERAKS. Sharing his experience Benjamin also said, “many people have wrong notion about Kiphire, where they felt it is very far, people are not co-operative and do not give importance in developmental activities but he maintained, this is one district where people are hard working and doing something for the district only thing needed is motivation and PREPRAKS are
Benjamin Longkap SDO (C) addresses the one day literacy programme organized by the SLMA in collaboration with DLMA Kiphire at the Conference Hall of the EBRC held on May 11. (Morung Photo)
one among them.” He also asked the participants that without training we will fail to grow and only through it we learn and the society grow with our learning. Taking serious note of the PRERAKs the SDO (C)
said, “My next assignment will be to verify whether PRERAKS in different villages are performing the duties and asserted that he will take necessary action if he found PRERAKs are not performing the duties from his end.” R. Ekonthong Lotha
Nodal Officer, SLMA, Nagaland while giving key note address stress on the inception of the PRERAKS and the area coverage where four eastern Nagaland districts are under this program. He also dwelt on the objectives of the PRERAKS and added, “Of the total target of 114307 the state has achieved 98303 as per statistics.” He also assured to identify the best performing PRERAKS centre in the district so that felicitation program is held where certificate and cash will e awarded. Deenabandhu Panda DEO & Secretary SLMA welcomes the gathering while A. Rangkha dist co-ordinator proposed vote of thanks.
ADC Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi speaks at the advocacy training on harmful effects of Tobacco and COTPA 2003 held at DC Conference Hall Kohima on May 11. (DIPR Photo)
Kohima, may 11 (DiPR): Advocacy training on harmful effects of Tobacco and COTPA 2003 was held at DC Conference Hall Kohima on May 11. In the programme ADC Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi gave a short speech on the harmful effects of Tobacco where she highlighted about the awareness of Tobacco. She requested all the members to know about the causes of tobacco and
its negative impact on our life. She also reminded that 21 years and below are not allowed to take tobacco. The presentation show case that India is the largest oral cancer in the world, where it also shows that Nagaland was the second highest in tobacco take in India. DNO, DTCC Kohima, Arenla Walling said that this programme was launch in Dimapur and Kohima on 2008 and 2009
respectively. She stressed upon the scope of the act of smoking and tobacco where she mentioned three (3) Acts to be enforced (1) Prohibition of smoking in Public place (2) Advertisement and Poster to be put in various Public places and school and (3) Sale of Tobacco to the Minors are Prohibited. Violation of the above Acts, will be punishable by the concerned officials.
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Dated Kohima, May 2016 NO.ED/MDM/IVRS-1/2015:: In the process of Implementing the Interactive Voice Response System (IVRS) to monitor Mid Day Meal in the State, the Mobile Phone Numbers of all the Headmaster/Teacher In charge/Head Teachers along with two other teachers as submitted earlier by the concerned Sub Divisional Education Officers (SDEO) will be Validated as scheduled in Annexure I. The Sub-Divisional Education Officer's (SDEO) are therefore, directed to inform and circulate to all the school within their jurisdiction for the Validation of Mobile Phone Numbers of Headmaster/Teacher in Charge/Head Teacher along with 2nd and 3rd respondent by Text Messaging their Name, name of the school and under SDEO to the Mobile number that will despatched to the concerned Teachers through SMS (text Message). Failure to validate as indicated above will be considered as NOT VALIDATED and the Department will not be held responsible even if the Scheme is discontinued in the school owing to non-compliance to this circular. (LIMAWABANG AIER), Additional Director
This is to inform that Kohima Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) has created a Marketing Area at AMK building Kohima (near DC office). Farmers under Kohima district interested in selling their agricultural products daily (preferably organic products) are requested to report at the stated venue on 17th May 2016 at 6:00 am for the Inaugural function. The marketing area has been created within provisions necessitated under the Kohima Smart City Project. The Marketing Area will be inaugurated by Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) Administrator Mr. Kovi Meyase. Farmers from all the sub-yards of Kohima district are requested to participate at the said event. For further details contact:Kevinourheno Seyie Chairman 9436211727
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NOTICE INVITING TENDER FOR PROCUREMENT OF COMPUTER PAPERS/A-4 SIZE PAPERS/A-5 (LEGAL SIZE) PAPERS TO O/O DIRECTOR OF POSTAL SERVICES, NAGALAND DIVISION, KOHIMA The Director of Postal Services, Nagaland Division, Kohima on behalf of the President of India intends to invite sealed tenders from local registered firms for procurement of Computer papers (10x12x1 and 10x12x2), A-4 size papers and A-5 (Legal size) papers to O/O Director of Postal Services, Nagaland Division, Kohima. The procurement will be for 03 (three) months (extendable thereafter if required). 1. Tenders must reach the undersigned on or before 27-05-2016 addressed to the Director of Postal Services, Nagaland Division, Kohima 797001. The method of submission of tender, amounts of Earnest Money/Security Deposit and General Terms and Conditions applicable to contract has been mentioned in Annexure-I. The proforma for submission of tender has been given in Annexure-A (for technical bid) and AnnexureB (for financial bid) to this Notice Inviting Tender. (Copy to be obtained from O/O Director of Postal Services, Nagaland Division Kohima on any working days) The schedule of Tender is given as under :Schedule of Tender :(i) Tender No : J-II/Stock/Divisional/Ch-VII (ii) Last date and time of receipt of tender : 27-05-2016 at 1600 hrs (iii) Approximate volume for procurement : (a) Computer report papers (b) A-4/A-5 size papers (iv) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii)
Cost of total procurement Amount of Earnest Money Deposit as per clause-4 of Annexure-I Date and time of opening of Technical Bid of tender Date & time of opening of Financial Bid of tender Cost of tender
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(In case the date of Tender happens to be ‘Holiday’ then the tender will be received and opened on the next working day as per same time schedule) Venue : O/O The Director of Postal Services, Nagaland Division, Kohima 797 001 The tenders completed in all respects must be received in this office on or before the date and time indicated above. The tenders received after the scheduled date and time will be rejected outright. All outstation tenders should be sent by Speed Post addressed to the undersigned and must reach in the O/O Director of Postal Services, Nagaland Division, Kohima by 27-05-2016 at 1600 hrs and tender received thereafter shall not be entertained. Sd/- (R. M Patel), Director of Postal Services, Nagaland Division, Kohima-797 001
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Kansi Technovation launch fire safety products in Dimapur Dimapur, may 11 (mExN): Kansi Technovation launched its innovative fire safety products in Dimapur at Hotel Acacia on May 7. The Brand Ambassador, actor, Aman Verma, led the Event. According to a press release, tith the permission of the Deputy Commissioner, Kensonyu Yhome, IAS two demonstrations of the automatic fire extinguisher was given by Brand Ambassador, Aman Verma at Hongkong Market and New Market in Dimapur. The Company CEO, Subhash Arya spoke about the difference they wanted to make to the world of fire safety. CSMO, Rohit S gave details of the product DP 1400 FCO series of automatic fire extinguisher that aroused great interest among those present. The Brand Ambassador, actor Aman Verma spoke of how Kansi Technovation is committed to providing happier, safer and worry-free lives. He said that the unique feature of their product is that it operates automatically and doesn’t require human presence to control and extinguish fire. It can be installed at strategic fire hazardous points, for example, Electric panels, DG Sets, Fuel Stores, Gas Banks, Kitchen Pantry, Vehicle en-
kansi Technovation Brand Ambassador, Aman Verma (left) demonstrates the automatic fire extinguisher launched in Dimapur on May 7.
gines etc. (these are areas where the chances of catching fire are the highest.) This product is most useful to nip a fire that has just started in the bud. No manual presence is required. It operates automatically. There is no training or manual required to operate the DP 1400 FCO Series. One simple needs to throw it into the fire to activate it. FCO Series is effective on most types of fires:
• Type A - combustible solids which tend to glow, like wood, paper etc. • Type B - combustible liquids like petrol, diesel, grease etc. • Type C - gas and electrical fires (even if there is water, because of the process of water turning to steam, the transformation prevents conduction of electricity) The DP 1400 FCO Series is harmless to humans, animals and is biodegradable, thus making it
India’s petrol consumption growth at record high
a safe one. The Company has already installed over a lakh units in various Government and private organizations. Some of their esteemed clients are ISRO, various units of the Indian Army, the Maharashtra Electricity Board, Airtel, Lava to name a few. This product has been certified by many prestigious organizations. Exhaustive testing has been conducted on the product and certified by Sriram Laboratories in India and by SGS in Shanghai. It has also obtained EURO Certification. The Company also has ISO 2014 and Eco Warranty Certifications. Kansi Technovation Pvt. Ltd is a young Gurgaon-based organization with global presence that is into the development, manufacturing and marketing of an innovative range of fire prevention products. “We are in the market to change the way we perceive fire safety measures by developing innovative products, spreading awareness and training people to prevent fire accidents or to take required preventive measures during an outbreak.” The local distributor in Dimapur is K.P Enterprises, Jain Temple Road whose proprietor is Arinjay Jain.
RBI to issue Rs. 1000 notes with inset letter ‘R’ KFC India launches prog mumbai, may 11 (agENciEs): The els of banknotes will be in ascending size to fight malnutrition Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on May 9 an- from left to right, while the first three al-
nounced that it will shortly issue 1000 ru- pha-numeric characters will remain conpees denomination banknotes in the Ma- stant in size. hatma Gandhi Series – 2005 with the inset BLEED LInES: • The banknotes of 1000 rupees letter ‘R’ in both the number panels. banknotes will have six angular bleed lines in four sets of 1-2-2-1 lines on the obverse ABOut tHE BAnknOtES • The banknotes will also have on the ob- in both, the upper left and right hand edge verse, all the other security features, includ- of the banknotes. These will facilitate idening ascending size of numerals, bleed lines tification of these notes by visually impaired persons. and enlarged identification mark • It will carry the signature of Dr. Ra- EnLARgED IDEntIFICAtIOn MARk: • The existing identification mark (diaghuram G. Rajan, Governor, Reserve Bank mond shape in 1000 rupees) near the left of India on the obverse. • These banknotes will also have the year edge of the banknote has been enlarged. • The RBI is committed to continually of printing 2016 printed on the reverse. • The design of these banknotes notes bring about modifications in the design of is similar in all respects to the 1000 rupees banknotes with changing times. All the banknotes in the denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi Series of 1000 rupees issued by the Reserve Bank 2005 issued earlier. in the past, including 1000 rupees denomination banknotes with ascending size of DEtAILS OF nEw FEAtuREs Ascending size of numerals in number- numerals in the number panels but without bleed lines and enlarged identification ing panels: • Numerals in both the numbering pan- mark, will continue to be legal tender.
NEw DElhi, may 11 (iaNs): Aiming to fight hunger and malnutrition in the country, KFC India on Wednesday launched ‘Add Hope’ initiative to create awareness and raise funds to provide meals to underprivileged children. It expects to provide 20 million meals by 2020. The company will do this with the help of three partners -- World Food Program (WFP), Akshaya Patra Foundation and India Food Banking Network (IFBN). “One out of every four children in India is malnourished. We are a food company and it’s our privilege and responsibility to address the issue of hunger where millions of children go days without a proper meal,” said Rahul Shinde, managing director, KFC India. Starting May 16, consumers can feed a hungry child by adding Rs.5 to their bill.
NEw DElhi, may 11 (iaNs): Strong urban consumption sentiment, reversal of dieselization and lower prices are likely to have caused India’s petroleum products consumption growth to touch a record high during last fiscal, American investment banker Jefferies said on Wednesday. Total petroleum product consumption growth as reported by the government’s Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell (PPAC) was at a multi-year high of 10.9% in 2015-16, compared to an average growth
NEw DElhi, may 11 (pTi): Pharma prices regulator NPPA has fixed ceiling price of 54 drug formulations used for treatment of cancer, diabetes rheumatoid arthritis, bacterial infections and hypertension. It has also fixed the retail price of 11 drugs. “National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has fixed/revised ceiling prices of 54 scheduled formulations of Schedule-I under Drugs (Price Control) Amendment Order, 2016 and Retail Price of 11 formulations under DPCO, 2013,” the regulator said in a statement. Last month also it had fixed prices of some drug formulation packs. The government fixes the prices of essential drugs based on the simple average of all medicines in a particular therapeutic segment, having sales of more than 1%. Besides, it regulates the prices of all other medicines, while companies are allowed to hike prices of such drugs by up to 10 per cent in a year. The government had notified DPCO, 2013, which covers 680 formulations, with effect from May 15, 2014, replacing the 1995 order that regulated prices of only 74 bulk drugs. Set up in 1997, NPPA has been entrusted with the
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'Unless our rural people get economy, we will never grow' KOHIMA, MAy 11 (NEPS): Y Kikheto Sema, IAS, the new Secretary of the Land Resources Department, said they should always focus on the development of the rural economy. “Unless and until our rural people get the economy, we will never grow,” he said while interacting with the Director and his staffs and other District Officers of the Land Resources Department here at its Conference Hall on Wednesday. After taking over as the Secretary of the Land Resources Department, Sema had the first interaction with officials of the Department. During the interaction, Y Benthungo Murry, GIS Expert, Rongdenyala Pongen, Assistant Technical Expert (SLNA), Hekato N, District Project Officer, Dimapur and Tepunol Yoredpo, Wokha of the Department had made
Y Kikheto Sema, IAS, (sitting center), Secretary, Land Resources, with Director and Staffs of the Department during his first interaction with them on May 11, 2016, at Department's Conference Hall, Kohima after taking over as Secretary of the Department.
Power Point Presentations to him of various projects of the Department and also their achievements over the years while Mathung Yanthan, Director, gave a Power Point Presentation for the overall background of the Department. The Secretary disclosed that the State had one of the highest ratios of Government employees in the country. “We have 1.40
lakh government employees in the State whereas their department (Land Resources) has just 0.14% of the total employees,” he said. “But I am extremely happy that these employees have done commendable works which benefited the citizens of the State.” They needed quality works, not quantity, he stressed. He was impressed by the quality of works and out-
come produced by the dedicated and most qualified officers of the department and expressed his profound happiness that most of the works initiated by the department were rural-based. “I am so happy with the way you are doing,” he said. “I am rather motivated.” “I have been in the Finance Department for 10 years before being posted
to the Land Resources Department,” he said. “Thank God that I am posted in right department that I will be able to connect with the rural people,” he said. “Unless and until our rural people get economy, we will never grow.” He said he would spend most of his time by visiting various districts to see how the works and projects had been going
on. “I will be your watchdog,” he told the Officers and Staffs of the department. He said he and other Officers and fields staffs should visit district headquarters and see the projects by inviting even the VDBs so as to send a message to the people across the State that they were there for their welfare and development. He said Departmental review Meetings should also be held in other district headquarters on rotational basis once in two months. “We have an army of professionals and your success stories should be narrated and shown to the people,” he added. Sema said he always wanted to work with the officers and staffs as a team. “Success depends on the team work,” he explained and assured them that he would do his best to adjust with all the officers and staffs of the department.
NCSU Wokha extends support to LH, RH MCCI warns against sale of expired goods WOKHA, MAy 11 (MExN): The Nagaland Contractors & Suppliers Union (NCSU) Wokha district Unit has expressed appreciation of the Lotha Hoho and Rengma Hoho for serving a 15 day ultimatum to the PWD (NH) Nagaland. The two Hohos, on May 8, served a 15 days deadline to Public works Department (NH) Nagaland
to immediately start widening works of NH 2 (erstwhile NH 61) along Wokha and Tseminyu stretch. In a press a press release, the NCSU Wokha District Unit insisted that the road will serve the interest of all Nagas. “The NCSU Wokha District Unit strongly feel that widening works of NH 2, will serve the interest of not only of
Lotha and Rengma people, but it will serve the interest of the people of Mokokchung district, Tuensang district and Kiphire and Longleng district also,” the union stated. “It will foster the growth of trade and commerce of the entire locality and it should be immediately taken upon priority basis,” it added.
Noklak monthly SDPDB meeting held NOKlAK, MAy 11 (MExN): The monthly meeting of Noklak SDPDB was held on May 5 at ADC Conference Hall Noklak. EAC & Member Secretary SDPDB Noklak, Peniang chairing the programme reminded that the meeting should be taken seriously by all concerned. According to a press release, the meeting discussed to provide grantin-aid to Christian School Sanglao under Thonoknyu sub-division as the proposal submitted by the teacher in charge of the
school was found to be viable. It was recommended by the SDEO Noklak and a decision to forward the matter to the concerned authority for consideration was approved. Change of sector name from Penngan to that of Longton was also deliberated and has decided to refer the matter to the parent village (Noklak village) and other relevant local bodies for obtaining consensus in approving the same. Congestion at SBI Bank Noklak counter, especially
in the first part of the month for making transaction causing serious inconvenient to the customer was discussed. It was decided to take the matter to the PWD department for extension of the building. Instituting sub-divisional award to individual for exceptional achievement was deferred to the next meeting. The Principal GHSS Noklak briefed the house on recent NBSE result and also highlighted about the forthcoming HSLC compartmental examination.
MOKOKcHuNg, MAy 11 (MExN): The Mokokchung Chamber of Commerce and Industries (MCCI) has warned traders against selling expired food items. In a press release, the MCCI informed that a member trader in Mokokchung town was caught selling expired food items. MCCI extended appreciation at the Ao Kaketshir Mungdang (AKM) and the Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem (MTLT) for their vigilance under whose re-
port the police swung into action. “It is expected of the competent authorities to prosecute the guilty party under relevant sections of the law,” the Chamber of Commerce and industries maintained. Informing members of the chamber that such activities are against the law, the MCCI warned that anyone found indulging in such activities shall be “strongly dealt with”. “All members of the chamber are expected to serve the esteemed customers
by adhering to best business practices and ethics let alone resorting to illegal means,” it asserted. MCCI further appealed to the competent authorities to engage Food Inspectors or other trained officers from the nodal department of the government while checking shops for expired goods. It also requested the competent authorities to educate the masses on the difference between “Best Before” and “Date of Expiry” dates printed on packaged food products.
Inspiration - platform for civil service aspirants MOKOKcHuNg, MAy 11 (DIPr): “INSPIRATION” a platform to motivate students aspiring for a career in the civil services, which has been announced by the District Administration, Mokokchung, have indeed inspired a number of students. The first selection was done on May 7. Two “Inspiration” participants on May 7, Bendangmongla and
Lipokjungla Jamir, giving feedback on the programme said that, it was fortunate for them to have been selected to be a part of the inspirational programme where they received valuable tips regarding preparations for competitive exams. The participants also said that attending the programme also helped built their confidence as they
learned the required skills, knowledge and attitude to efficiently discharge supervisory responsibilities in the field of hospitality and positivity. They also mentioned their gratefulness towards the Deputy Commissioner Mokokchung and all Officers concerned for taking the pain in organizing the inspirational programme for the welfare of the students’ community.
Skill Development Training at Don Bosco inaugurated CondolenCe message jobs in private sector with skill training in the state and ee to do well in industry
DIMAPur, MAy 11 (MExN): The 17th batch of Skill Development Training for unemployed youth of Nagaland was inaugurated on May 10 at Don Bosco Tech, AIDA centre, by Parliamentary Secretary for Skill Development, Mholunmo Kikon. According to a press release, Kikon emphasised on the importance of acquiring skills besides the academic qualification. “Academic qualification alone cannot fetch a job for you in the industry. At the end of the day, what counts is the skills that one has”, he reiterated. Questioning the general notion that government job with less salary gives one better security than
better salary and other incentives, Kikon called for a change in mindset and stated, “It is time to move ahead and venture into private sector for jobs.” Stressing on the importance of skills, Kikon maintained, “In order eradicate unemployment problems in the state we should encourage skill training so that anti social activities can be reduced. To become independent one has to acquire skills and build a career in private sector instead of depending only on government for job.” Kikon acknowledged the contribution of Don Bosco Tech in the arena of
also expressed appreciation at parents letting their wards take skill training. “You, parents are broad minded and courageous people. You took the right decision when decided to let your children take the skill training,” Kikon remarked. Fr. Joshua, Principal of Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Dimapur, who was the guest of honour on the occasion, affirmed the changes in the trainees within one month of the training. He mentioned that psychologists advocate 60 days of rigorous training to change a habit. “Likewise this training will help each individual train-
and compete with one another,” he opined. Amos Ekka, State Coordinator, gave a brief report on Don Bosco Tech’s activities across the country. He said till date, Don Bosco Tech in Nagaland has trained over 3500 unemployed rural youth in hospitality sector in domains such as beauty and wellness, food and beverage services, housekeeping and ISMO. Nilson Naik shared his life testimony on behalf of trainees. The audience were enthralled by Zeliang and Sumi folk dances, Chakhesang and Ao folk songs performed by trainees.
KOHIMA, MAy 11 (MExN): Minister, Rural Development & REPA, C.L. John, and Parliamentary Secretary, Art & Culture, Eshak Konyak, have expressed shock at the untimely and sudden demise of Late Dr. S. Pangwai Konyak, SMO, CHC Aboi on May 10 at Dimapur. “We are extremely saddened to learn that Dr. S. Pangwai Konyak expired while on official duty,” a joint condolence message from the two state legislators stated. Revealing that late Dr. Pangwai was the first MBBS among the entire Konyak Community, the
two legislators stated that Dr. Pangwai was a “sincere, dedicated, straightforward and hard working” Senior Medical Officer who had rendered his invaluable service in the field of medicine, particularly to the Konyak people. “He stayed in the posting place without any hesitation, whether in the remotest and far flung area and discharged his normal duty diligently,” the message added. Extending condolences to the bereaved family, the two legislators stated, “It is our ardent prayer to our Almighty God to grant peace and solace to the departed soul.”
MEx FILE Dimapur DCC extends support to CCN DIMAPur, MAy 11 (MExN): The District Congress Committee Dimapur has extended their solidarity with the Concern Citizens of Nagaland (CCN) to campaign against the deplorable road conditions in Nagaland on May 14. A press release from the DCC Dimapur informing this appealed to all party workers to co-operate with the Concern Citizens of Nagaland by participating in the campaign.
Cash relief disbursed to victims of cyclonic storm MANgKOlEMbA, MAy 11 (DIPr): A team of Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) along with the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Mokokchung, on May 11 distributed relief to the affected villages under Mangkolemba Sub Division caused by the cyclonic storm on May 1.The distribution program was held at ADC office, Mangkolemba. ADC Mangkolemba, Imtiwapang Aier thanked the Chief Minister and the Chairman, NSDMA for taking immediate initiatives. Meanwhile, the village council members and the different ward authorities, Mangkolemba, also thanked Home Minister and NSDMA for the immediate response and disbursement of cash relief to the villagers.
ANSTA Peren stands with central ANSTA PErEN, MAy 11 (MExN): The All Nagaland School Teacher’s Association Peren district has extended support to the central ANSTA ultimatum submitted to the government of Nagaland demanding bifurcation of Higher Secondary, High School and Primary school. Urging the government to look into the matter and immediately bifurcate the three units, the Peren unit of the ANSTA stated, “There is no reason why these three Units should not be bifurcated viz, Higher Secondary, high school and Primary school.”
9-Kohima ACCC calls for meeting KOHIMA, MAy 11 (MExN): The 9-Kohima Town Assembly Constituency Congress Committee (ACCC) has convened a meeting on May 13, 2:30pm at Congress Bhavan Conference Hall with all its frontal bodies, National Students’ Union of India (NSUI), Mahila, Assembly Youth Congress (AYC). A press release requested all office bearers of the frontal bodies to attend the meeting.
ANGDA Wokha Unit meeting cum election WOKHA, MAy 11 (MExN): The All Nagaland Government Drivers Association (ANGDA) Wokha Unit has convened a meeting on May 14, 10am at Treasurer's Residence, Tsumang ‘A’ Colony Wokha. During the meeting, election/selection for new office bearers for the tenure 2016-19 will be conducted, a press release from the ANGDA Wokha Unit Acting President, Vinoto Aye, informed. The association requested all members to bring their membership for the year 2016. Further directing all members to attend the meeting, the release warned that a fine of Rs. 200 would be imposed on those failing to attend.
ANSTA Dimapur general meeting DIMAPur, MAy 11 (MExN): The Dimapur Unit of All Nagaland School Teachers’ Association (ANSTA) has convened a general meeting on May 13, 10am at Conference Hall, Acacia Hotel, Dimapur with all categories of Government School teachers in the District (SSA/ RMSA/ANGPTA) to discuss the various issues related to the association. A press release from the association has requested Head Teachers and Teachers-in-charge to depute at least one teacher to the meeting without fail.
Tseminyu SDPDB meeting held tSEMINyu, MAy 11 (DIPr): The SDPDB Tseminyu monthly meeting was held on May 10 under the chairmanship of Parliamentary Secretary for Housing, Er. Levi Rengma at ADC Conference Hall, Tseminyu. Agenda for creation of Medical Sub-Centre at New Sedenyu village was deliberated for which the house agreed to recommend the matter to higher authority. Concerning the implementation of LADP 2015-16 under Tseminyu sub-division, the member from four verification committees such as BDO RD Block Chun-
glikha, APRO IPR, SDAO (Agri) and BDO RD Block Tseminyu gave the report of their own respective findings. They also shared their experiences and suggestions for future schemes to be taken up. Regarding the rape case in Tseminyu sub-division on April 5, 2016, ADC Tseminyu, Vikhweno Meratsu informed the house that the accused, who had been absconding, was arrested on April 26, 2016. On this matter, the Parliamentary Secretary expressed appreciation over the combined efforts of Tseminyu Administration and Police.
Sensitization on Hep C and TB held at Satakha NSRLM bids farewell to outgoing Mission Director The first session dis- marily work to prevent and and XDRTB, and how it is SAtAKHA, MAy 11
(MExN): Considering the need to tackle the issue of Hepatitis C and tuberculosis among the grassroot population, Nagaland Users’ Network on May 10, conducted a sensitization workshop with key stakeholders at the Satakha area GB union hall, Satakha town. Altogether, 40 participants comprising members from the town GB union, Satakha Range Students Union (SRSU), STH, OST staffs, medical team -BSF, Officer in Charge, satakha police station, pastors of STBC and UBC and program staff of NUN targeted intervention, Satakha, attended the programme. Ketholelie from HepCoN and Renbonthung from NUN were the resource persons, a press release from the NUN informed.
cussed about Hepatitis C and was facilitated by Ketho, where topics about the nature of Hepatitis C as a disease of the Liver and its routes of transmission, diagnostics, new directly acting antivirals treatment drugs were discussed. Stressing on the importance of HCV, Ketholelie however lamented that the State government has failed its people by not formulating any program or policy to address the HCV burden in the state and that people continue to die in spite of treatment being available. In this situation, he tried to elicit involvement of the larger society in responding to this neglected disease. Prior to his presentation, Ketho also briefly spoke on the concept of Targeted Intervention program being implanted by NUN at Satakha which pri-
control HIV among Risk groups, the release stated. The second session was facilitated by Renbonthung Tungoe (Advocacy Office, NUN) on Tuberculosis, diagnosis and treatment. He mentioned TB as a killer disease with India as the highest TB prevalent country in the world and Nagaland also contributing to the country’s prevalence. He mentioned about TB being an air borne disease and that it can significantly infect people if proper preventive measures are not taken. Further on, Renbonthung spoke on the basics route of transmission, how it is diagnosed and the various facilities available in the state in terms of treatment. The Discussion focused on the different types of TB such as LTBI, pulmonary/extra Pulmonary TB, MDRTB
treated with different categories of drug regimes. He also emphasised on a preventive strategy through Isoniazid and exhorted that “TB is fully curable if proper medical intervention is sought in time”. Renbonthung also spoke on the need to have a concerted effort in responding to this curable disease and that responding to TB should not be confined to a particular community but should be a concern for everyone and that the community should play a vital role in monitoring the functioning of government-run facilities and the quality of treatment made available by the government in their respective area. The program was followed by a discussion hour, where few GBs and a participant shared certain concerns and questions.
KOHIMA, MAy 11 (MExN): The NSRLM bid farewell to its outgoing Mission Director, Motsuthung Lotha in a programme held at RD Directorate Conference Hall, Kohima. Minister for RD & REPA CL John in a speech called Motsuthung Lotha ‘a practical man” who has made the Mission a success through his diligence and hard work. Under his leadership, the State Mission has achieved its targets set during its inception in 2013, John stated and added that the department as a whole would follow the footprints and the legacy left behind. John further advised the RD department to work as one and foster respect amongst all ranks and files to ensure success of the department. In a short speech, Secretary RD Kelei Zeliang
Outgoing MD, NSRLM flanked by Minister RD & REPA, CL John; Secretary RD, Kelei Zeliang; Addl. Director, RD Blocks, Imlimeren Jamir and Addl. MD, K. Shekiho Phuleshe during farewell of MD, NSRLM.
stated that the contribution of the outgoing MD towards the department was tremendous. Calling Motsuthung “an efficient and strong officer” and “a pioneer of NRLM in Nagaland”, Kelei stated that he had done his job well which was evident from the respect the SRLM and the department as a whole get from the Ministry.
The outgoing MD, in his speech, acknowledged the support rendered by the Rural Development department towards the Mission. Calling it a team effort, he said whatever success has been achieved so far is due to the collective work of the staff and the guidance of the parent department. He said the Mission
is still in a learning stage and hoped the department would continue to support and give more guidance in future. Expressing concern over fund constraints, he further appealed for timely sanctioning of State shares. Speeches were also delivered by K. Shekiho Phuleshe, AMD, SRLM and Sentinaro Longkumer, SPM, SRLM.
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THE MORUNG EXPRESS
The Power of Truth
The Morung Express volume Xi issue 129 By Aheli moitra
The Naga press
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here are several ways in which local news is exchanged in the Naga areas. Predominant among them is the word of mouth, facilitated today by the technology of internet and social media networks. The press (aka the newspaper industry) and local cable television networks form the next, and more reliable, source of information. The daily routine of the press is as follows (with minor aberrations): every morning, journalists wake up either assigned to report on an ongoing event, or follow up a string of information that may have been shared by a source or intimated by the Editor. The first to come into a newspaper office are the cleaning staff followed by the administrative staffs that take care of the logistical needs of the day to come. By afternoon, sub-editors, who will edit news reports, convert press releases to news items and select what goes into each of the pages of the newspaper, stream into the newspaper office. By evening, graphic designers or those who will work with the desktop publishing (aka page makers) are in place. A bit later, journalists walk in with the information needed to file a story/write a piece. All day and night, drivers run office errands, within towns and between districts. Most of the evening is spent in filing (writing) stories, alongside monitoring the flow of press releases, selecting the ones worthy of news, discarding the unnecessary ones, managing calls that come in with information, following up loose ends wherever needed, confirming news from multiple sources, looking up national and international news via news agencies, editing news stories that come in from other districts, designing the pages based on the final selection of news and finalising them. The Editor oversees the whole process. At the end of the night, the finalised pages are sent to the printing press where the work of the printing press staff begins—they meticulously prepare the plates that go into the machine that then prints the newspaper. The newspapers are wrapped into bundles and sent by vehicles to their designated districts/towns/villages from where local hawkers deliver it to each of your homes early in the morning. It is the only industry in the Naga areas that works the 24 hours cycle every day of the week employing a myriad form of workers who produce a rich medium of knowledge every day. Apart from reporting on regular events, journalists investigate stories through interviews with persons concerned, analysis of data available, archives, photographs, visits to the required place, etc. “Investigative journalism” is not just unearthing mega million money-worth scams that bring politicians down but also telling the story of the people at that point of time. This is not to state that an evolution of journalism in other ways will not happen. Also, sub-editors do not “copy paste” news from the internet as readers regularly allege but look up valid agencies that provide the most reliable national and international news. This cannot be expected to be gathered from the location of event (say, Syria). Newspapers here are unable to reach far flung areas on time due to the lack of good infrastructure (particularly roads), affordable transportation and requisite partnerships to deliver a crisp copy of the paper every morning. It should be kept in mind that the newspaper industry has taken root here thanks to local entrepreneurs and funds are independently generated through newspaper sale and advertisements. The Naga press has employed a fair number of people in the industry and continues to be, more or less, non partisan to political parties or the State government. Some of them have remained true to their context by using the medium of the press to create a space for a just society that is open to contradictory renditions and multiple narratives of both history and current affairs. It has transcended boundaries and made the voice of the people from one end of the Naga areas heard at the other end of it. It has faced politicians in court, hostile news-pushers in their offices, discouraging comments on the field. In the face of it, the Naga press has designed its news in a way that may not (and does not have to) conform to mainstream news elements—they have created a niche of their own. This has been encouraged and supported by many people/readers who have become, also, the backbone of the press. While much more is possible with time and continued effort, the press here deserves a big applause for the wealth it produces day after day, every day, so that people remain continualy informed and empowered. Comments may be sent to moitramail@yahoo.com
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Eat seafood meal once a week to stay sharp
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ncluding seafood or other foods containing omega-3 fatty acids at least once a week in your diet may protect against agerelated memory loss and thinking problems, says a study. The age-related memory loss and thinking problems of study-participants who reported eating seafood less than once a week declined more rapidly compared to those who ate at least one seafood meal per week. "This study helps show that while cognitive abilities naturally decline as part of the normal ageing process, there is something that we can do to mitigate this process," said study senior author Martha Clare Morris from Rush University Medical Centre in Chicago, US. The findings were published online in the journal Neurology. The researchers followed 915 people with a mean age of 81.4 years for an average of five years. At study enrollment, none had signs of dementia. During the course of the study, each person received annual, standardized testing for cognitive ability in five areas -episodic memory, working memory, semantic memory, visuospatial ability and perceptual speed. The study group also completed annual food frequency questionnaires, allowing the researchers to compare participants' reported seafood intake with changes in their cognitive abilities as measured by the tests. The questionnaires included four types of seafood: tuna sandwiches; fish sticks, fish cakes and fish sandwiches; fresh fish as a main dish; and shrimp, lobster and crab. The participants were divided into two groups: those who ate at least one of those seafood meals per week and those who ate less than one of those seafood meals per week. People who ate more seafood had reduced rates of decline in the semantic memory, which is memory of verbal information. They also had slower rates of decline in a test of perceptual speed, or the ability to quickly compare letters, objects and patterns, the findings showed. Seafood is the direct nutrient source of a type of omega-3 fatty acid (docosahexaenoic acid) that is the main structural component of the brain.
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Dolly Kikon openDemocracy
Nagaland: Sexual violence and the culture of impunity
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he Indo-Naga armed conflict is recognized as the longest insurgency in South Asia. It started as a movement for the right to self-determination in the Naga Hills during the transfer of power from the British colonial administration to the government of India around 1947. In 1997, the government of India and the Naga armed opposition groups signed a cease-fire agreement. The post 1997 ceasefire period came to be known as the era of peace process. However, during this period, violence against women escalated. When I was carrying out fieldwork on women’s testimonies of sexual violence in Nagaland two year ago, Naga women activists and advocacy groups emphasized that survivors of sexual violence must not ‘suffer quietly’. Yet, the social stigma attached to sexual violence was glaring. The tendency of blaming women for the violence they experienced contributed to the culture of impunity. During my fieldwork, a woman in Dimapur observed, “The girls are not completely blameless. They are partly responsible for it. Men can smell the sexual signals that girls give out. They attract men and get raped.” I came across such comments regularly. I realised how children were socialised and taught about morality and chastity on the basis of such world views. The male and the female reproductive organs were described as calculators that performed the arithmetic and values of profit and loss. The logic went like this, “Once a man touches a woman (sexual intercourse), if he does not marry her, the girl’s life is destroyed”. Yet, the logic of moral chastity was detached from social realities like the structural violence and the militarisation of Naga society as a consequence of the IndoNaga armed conflict since India’s independence in 1947. A majority of male household members between the 1960s and the early 1990s either joined the Naga armed groups and went underground, or were tortured and killed by the Indian security forces. For several decades during the heights of the Indo-Naga conflict, it was women who sustained and held the family together. Today the number of women-headed households, widows, women destitutes, survivors of sexual violence, and teenage pregnancies are some of the pressing issues in Naga society, yet it is the hymen centric moral and cultural code that is perpetuated in overwhelming ways. With the help of counsellors and activists who were involved in the case, and the consent of her guardians, I documented the experiences of Beth, a fifteen-year old survivor of sexual violence in Dimapur. Beth’s father sexually abused her from 2010 to 2013. As a cadre in one of the Naga insurgent groups, her father lived in the ceasefire camp, where newly disarmed insurgents were relocated (and where many thousands of Naga insurgents have languished since the 1997 ceasefire), but frequently visited the family and raped Beth. In 2013,
Perpetrators of sexual violence escape justice, while their victims are trapped between exhortations by women's advocacy groups not to ‘suffer quietly' and the social stigma attached to sexual violence
Audience in Chui Village during a public meeting, Nagaland. Photo: Dolly Kikon
the father fled from Dimapur after Beth’s aunty reported the incident to the police. The case travelled between different legal jurisdictions – the insurgent courts, the customary family meetings, and the state police stations – because Beth’s father and the aunt who reported the case to the police belonged to rival insurgent groups. Political rivalry and family rivalry were intertwined. The state agencies like the police were apprehensive to get into an internal matter where rival insurgent groups were involved. Beth’s story captures how violence transgresses the boundaries of the family, the political associations, the legal courts, and the state agencies as well in conflict zones. Beth described the composition of her family in Dimapur as follows: There are six of us (siblings) but none of us have any contact with one another. We are all out of touch. There are three of us from my mother who was the first wife, and there are three children from my stepmother, the second wife. All my stepsiblings stay with my step-mother, but my real brother and sister have been distributed in different relative’s houses. My real mother lives in the neighbourhood and has remarried. She lives with her husband. Often, women and children are clubbed together as a single category in rehabilitation programs on militarisation and conflict, even though a large number of children are often abandoned, trafficked, or become orphans in such situations. The ur-
gency to provide care and security to children in conflict zones for state agencies and humanitarian organisations alike requires the arduous task of locating relatives willing to become guardians for children like Beth and her siblings. The home is interpreted as a natural hub of love, security, and care without taking into consideration the structural violence and trauma that the social units and relations have undergone. Issues of rehabilitation and trauma counselling are huge challenges in militarised societies. In cases of sexual violence, competing authorities that involves both state and nonstate actors, often present their own versions of justice. Since the 1997 Indo-Naga ceasefire agreement, the legal institutions of the state, quasilegal units like the insurgent justice system (i.e different tribunals and institutions set up by the Naga insurgents to adjudicate between the Naga public and the armed groups) and the state administrative organs (like the judiciary, executive, and the legislative) including the tribal customary courts all co-exist within their respective constituencies. For instance, female cadres of two Naga insurgent organisations who were sharing with me about crime against women in Dimapur city stated that perpetrators (whether it was civilian or their respective cadres) were given ‘capital punishment’ when found guilty. Why would the onus of providing justice in Naga society fall on the Naga armed groups? How did Naga
insurgents living in ceasefire camps since 1997 become the harbingers of justice in militarised societies like Nagaland? What was the role of the Indian state in this arrangement? We have to understand this phenomenon in the light of the history of militarisation and violence. The Indian state is deeply implicated in escalating the culture of sexual violence and impunity. Granting impunity to perpetrators like the Indian security forces since Indian independence under extra constitutional legislations like Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) (1958) only legitimised this culture of violence. Today, hundreds of cadres continue to wait inside the camps, uncertain about their future. Some have surrendered and become entrepreneurs, while others have lost their lives in factional conflicts. The government of India is yet to accept its role and responsibility in the destruction of property and the psychological trauma and loss of lives in the Indo-Naga conflict. The act of sexual violence was always inscribed on others like the Indian security forces. However, Beth’s story tells us that Naga men also commit sexual violence on Naga women. This reality will force us to break the silence and taboo against sexual violence in Nagaland. This article was published in openDemocracy. Dolly Kikon is a social anthropologist, and teaches in the School of Social and Political Sciences, University of Melbourne. She is involved with civil and political rights movement in Northeast India and closely works with advocacy groups focused on land rights, women’s rights, and campaigns against sexual violence.
The Role of the Free Press in Sustainable Development maddie Felts Inter Press Service
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his year’s World Press Freedom Day marked the 250th anniversary of the first-ever freedom of information law, enacted in what are now Sweden and Finland. 3 May, 2016 is more than just an important anniversary, however; this is the first celebration of World Press Freedom Day since the adoption of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Securing a free press is essential for progress towards achieving these ambitious goals for people and planet by the year 2030. To reach development targets, a free press must identify areas in which nations and the world are lacking, from access to education and healthcare to sustainable industrialization and consumption. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals seek to address the real and most pressing issues facing the people of this planet, and development efforts will only be effective if they have
reliable benchmarks upon which to improve. A key difference between the Sustainable Development Goals and their predecessor the Millennium Development Goals is a new emphasis on environmental protections that have a clear impact on human development. Environmental crimes and simple mismanagement of natural resources remain pressing issues worldwide. Developing countries are faced with a trade-off between lower-cost industrialization using fossil fuels or sustainable economic production, and often, they choose the former. Developed nations, who achieved industrialization by consuming fossil fuels and producing pollution, criticize industrializing nations while still contributing to growing global carbon emissions themselves. Through the efforts of a free press, all nations in any stage of development are held accountable for promoting global sustainability. Known for wielding a tight grip on its
news media, China has recently expanded censorship over information regarding pollution. In a nation with sixteen of the world’s twenty most polluted cities, the Chinese government releases incomplete or misleading information on its air quality. The World Health Organization uses two air quality guidelines, one for the developed world and a less rigid standard for developing nations. China’s pollution standards are lower than both.
WRITE-WING Meanwhile, industrial pollution has resulted in cancer becoming China’s leading cause of death, and the globally shared ozone layer is continually depleted by man-made emissions. The media must expose the human suffering resulting from environmental abuses across the world so that individuals with the power and the means to demand change can do so. This imperative extends far beyond one nation’s envi-
ronmental practices; society is at its best when journalists are unafraid and free to discover and expose the truth. April brought the release of the Panama Papers, an unprecedented leak of information linking global political and business leaders to offshore tax havens. This development is a victory for free press worldwide and supports the tenth Sustainable Development Goal to reduce inequality within and among countries. Citizens have become aware of a great dichotomy between the richest and the average individuals within nations and worldwide. The fight to close the gap between the immensely rich and the general populace has new relevance due to fearless journalism. In the political sphere, press freedom is necessary to expose misuse of power. Contexts in which a free news media is needed most, however, are usually times when repressive rule works its hardest to silence journalists. 2015 was a challenging
year for news media, with press freedom at its weakest in 12 years. While typically highrisk regions for journalists like the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia and Latin America continued to limit the press, the democracy advocacy group Freedom House found that media freedom decreased in Europe in the past year, largely due to surveillance and security measures in response to terrorism. While fear and legitimate safety concerns often understandably overshadow calls for press freedom, those of us who can demand the truth must do so for others who cannot. In the Middle East and North Africa in particular journalists can risk death for speaking out against the ideology of oppressive regimes and violent extremism. We must pursue the sixteenth Sustainable Development Goal and “ensure public access to information and protect fundamental freedoms” for all, appreciating and utilizing the freedom we do have to fight for universal press freedom.
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Young Saudi prince makes bold challenges to kingdom's old ways Samia Nakhoul, William Maclean
"To achieve the economic goals, the kingdom would need a thriving non-oil private sector that caters to private demand, offers sufficient productive jobs for nationals and produces substantial nonoil exports of goods and services,” said the LSE's Hertog, who has written a book about how the Saudi government works.
and Angus McDowall
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audi Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman got a standing ovation when he visited a gathering of Saudi youth last month. Last week, after hearing about his economic plans in a meeting with religious leaders, one of the kingdom's most conservative sheikhs tweeted a smiling selfie of himself with the prince. Whether the 31-year-old son of King Salman will achieve his goal of modernising the kingdom’s economy is the subject of animated debate on social media, in office buildings and at coffee shops here. The plans, aimed at ending dependence on oil by 2030, require shaking up a bureaucracy that has stymied changes in the past, challenging powerful religious conservatives and building up a private sector currently reliant on state spending. Diplomats and economists say the programme, which relies on the private sector driving growth and providing new sources of revenue to the state via new taxes and fees, will be exceptionally difficult to implement. “Saudi Arabia is far away" from its economic goals, said Steffen Hertog, an economist at the London School of Economics (LSE) who studies the kingdom. The prince's close aides acknowledge the difficulties. Some ruling family members fear too rapid economic changes could cause social unrest or tension inside the Al Saud dynasty, Saudi analysts say. Yet in this country of 20 million Saudis and 10 million expatriates, the rise of Prince Mohammed -- who runs economic, defence and oil strategy -- underscores a dramatic shift towards a leadership seemingly more in tune with the needs of a country where 70 percent of the population is under 30. It is the first time that effective power has passed from the royal gerontocracy of 70- and 80-something rulers to a third generation of a family founded by the prince's grandfather, known as Ibn Saud. King Salman still has the final word, but he has delegated nearly unprecedented powers to his son. That has meant changes in style and substance. Prince Mohammed works 16-hour days -- unlike the more sluggish schedules of his older predecessors -- and has appointed business people and economic experts instead of other royals to top jobs. Many younger Saudis see the rise of a man who is usually referred to as "MbS" as evidence their generation is at last playing a role in a country whose patriarchal traditions had made power the province of the old. "I'm so excited! I want him to be our king now. I mean he's open-minded, has a great plan and maybe a little handsome," said Najla, 20, who did not wish to give her family name. That backing, and widespread fears about plunging oil prices, is providing MbS with an important springboard for his efforts. When in December, he and his team raised petrol prices -- a step previous
Saudi Arabia's Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman attends a news conference in Riyadh. (REUTERS Photo)
administrations had hesitated to take for fear of public backlash -- Saudis took the move in stride. The lack of protests surprised MbS, according to people close to the prince, but also helped convince him that Saudis were ready for a change. Jihad al-Najjar, one of those who lined up outside petrol stations that night to fill up on the lower cost fuel, said he understood the country could no longer afford such subsidies. "It's not the real price," the 22-year-old medical student said. Abdulaziz al-Sager, head of the Jeddah and Geneva-based Gulf Research Centre, says there is a growing recognition among Saudi leaders that the oil-based economic system is not sustainable. That will necessarily lead to social and political change. "You cannot do the economic change and the transformation without some sort of political change," he says. "That raises the question of what sort of a new social contract we are going to have." CONFIDENCE Few had heard of Prince Mohammed before his father, 80-year-old son of modern Saudi Arabia's founder, became the kingdom’s 7th monarch in January 2015. Today, Prince Mohammed is second in line to rule behind Mohammed bin Nayef, a cousin who is crown prince and, as Interior Minister, head of internal security. Unlike many other royals, Prince Mohammed did not go to school abroad but graduated from King Saud University with a law degree. Informed Saudis who follow royal affairs say he is the favoured son of King Salman, who made him his personal adviser at a very young age. In his few public appearances with journalists, the powerful prince proj-
ects confidence. He listens to questions in English but speaks through the Royal Court’s interpreter, and sometimes corrects the interpreter's phrasing of English translations. His picks for top cabinet positions and senior advisers have leant more heavily on former businessmen than those of former administrations, which relied more on professional bureaucrats. Last week, Prince Mohammed officially unveiled Saudi Vision 2030, his blueprint to move the economy decisively from that he called its “addiction to oil” towards the private sector. The phased removal of subsidies on fuel, water and electricity -- part of the welfare lavished on Saudis, of whom about four out of five workers hold public sector jobs -- is already underway. The new plan includes earning nonoil income from private investment and privatisation and setting up the largest sovereign wealth fund in the world. The idea is to create millions of new jobs and raise the participation of women in the workforce from 22 currently to 30 percent by 2030. The plans also include selling a stake of less than 5 percent in Saudi Aramco, the state oil giant, and placing the proceeds and the company in the Public Investment Fund (PIF), along with other assets that could eventually create an investment vehicle worth up to $3 trillion. Another ambitious target is to locally source 50 percent of Saudi military procurements -- part of the third largest defence budget in the world -- by 2030, up from a mere 2 percent now. Many diplomats, analysts and economists say the magnitude of the goals -- including the primary one of ending dependence on oil by 2020 -- defy credibility.
RELIGIOUS CONSERVATIVES There are social challenges because some of Prince Mohammed's ambitions, including giving women a bigger economic role, will anger religious conservatives, the source of the most dangerous threats to Al Saud rule since the kingdom was founded. Some had hoped, for example, that Vision 2030 would include moves to lift the ban on women driving, which it did not. Answering a question on it, the deputy crown prince said the issue was a social rather than religious question, therefore it was up to society to decide. Moreover, the country’s education system is traditionally regarded as under the thumb of religious fundamentalists who, among other things, insist on the cloistering and segregation of women, hindering their ability to enter the workforce. Some older Saudis, ruling family members and Saudi businessmen fear that Prince Mohammed’s plans to streamline the kingdom’s bureaucracy could cause social fractures if they fail to maintain comfy living standards or soothe conservatives. And MbS’s meteoric rise has also prompted rumours among some Saudi analysts of friction with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef, 56, a veteran security chief and a favourite of Riyadh’s top ally, the United States. So far, both men have appeared careful in public, with the younger prince showing deference and respect to his cousin, diplomats say. Prince Mohammed and his close advisers appear fully aware of the entrenched resistance they will face -- and are working to overcome it. For example, MbS -- like his father and previous Saudi rulers -- has devoted significant effort to wooing clerics, who have great influence in the legal system. One adviser said that the prince meets between four and five religious leaders a week. Last week, right after announcing 2030 Vision to reporters, he met a group of religious and intellectual leaders in the next room and directly assured them that he would not go too far. When asked about the issue of women drivers, he turned specifically to look at the religious leaders and said it would not happen yet, a person present said. Young people say they like MbS's business-like approach of announcing systemic plans, rather than speaking in generalizations as many of his predecessors did. Still, there is a long road ahead, especially on social change, they say. "I'm waiting for the moment where I can travel without a male with me,” said Najla. “And drive -– I already know what car I want," she said, sending by phone a picture of a bright red sports car.
Why Srinagar’s NIT protest made headlines A nation is only a nation to those who believe in it
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ut students, television, cricket match, Kashmir and India into a mix and what you typically get is violence or intimidation against Kashmiri students in universities across the Hindi-belt. That is usual. That is how it is supposed to be. Sometimes the Kashmiri students have even been banished from the university or thrown out of their hostel overnight. None of these makes “national” headlines. However, after the recent T20 semi-finals, with the same mix of students, television, cricket match, Kashmir and India, the events that followed made it to the chatter of the Delhi's media echo-boxes. What was different? Because, for a change, the site was Kashmir, not the Hindi-belt and the primary victims were non-Kashmiris. To understand these double standards, we need to base out understanding not on tri-colour rhetoric, but multi-coloured reality. In Kashmir, very few people support the BCCI's 'Team India' when it plays and yes, many are happy when it loses. That was true for the Kashmiri students at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Srinagar when West Indies won in the recent T20 semifinals. Some non-Kashmiri outsiders
didn’t like that. They got a flavour of what Kashmiri students are made to feel daily in Hindi belt. Tension escalated and a few Kashmiri students were assaulted. The Kashmiri people around NIT allegedly threw stones at the hostels on outsider students. Outsider students escalated the matter by trying to take out a procession with an Indian national flag – a symbol that is not tolerated in large areas of Kashmir except under very tight Indian security cover. The Jammu and Kashmir police stopped the outsider's flag procession from leaving the campus and did so by serious lathi-charge. Some students were hurt. After the incident, outsider students wanted the NIT to be shifted away from Srinagar. No Kashmiri student has ever wanted universities and colleges of the Hindi-belt to be shifted outside the region, when faced with similar violence and hostility. Police beating up anyone is horrible and this subcontinent has a particularly brutal police system. I am no supporter of police authoritarianism but I am merely pointing out that J&K Police treated them less harshly than it’s does to its own Kashmiris. There is as 'us' and 'them' even in superior treatment – that’s how sometimes differences show up, in the
most opposite way than expected. What does this say? I leave the readers to judge. What does this also say about the relationship Kashmir state agencies have of the Union agencies – is it one of cooperation or fear? The 'national media' then swooped in like it never swoops into other situations of police lathi charge of that scale or campus student tension due to cricket matches. It is never the lathi charge but who are lathi charged that ever matters and in that special attention, it was made clear that even the Delhi establishment treats outsiders and Kashmiris differently. Lathi-charge incident of far greater scale on many Kashmiri youth over the last few years that has never grabbed as much attention as this one. When did lathi charge on young people of Kashmir again become 'national' news? I suspect, it won’t be anytime soon – irrespective of lathi charges on Kashmiris that will surely happen over the next months and years. I also suspect that there might be calls in the Indian Union for bringing sports team support under the ambit of law. So that chest-beating about the right of flying the tri-colour from Kanyakumari to Kashmir does not become the ridiculous axis of this debate, let me declare
some ground truths. Let us try to understand reality here, irrespective of the Indian Union's legal frame work. Truths are not legislable, though its expression can be. A nation is only a nation to those who believe in it. A nation does not exist by itself, without its believers. It is a self-styled collective. If this collective has the resources to put symbols of its nationhood in areas significantly inhabited by people who may collectively think of themselves to be some other nation, conflict occurs. The most democratic and peaceful way of resolving this conflict, is to ask the people inhabiting the contested area, what do they want. If this choice is denied, then the outcome of that conflict – victory, defeat or constant repression – is typically ensured by superior resources, especially military resources – who has more money for guns, in short. In such undemocratic scenarios, victory is not necessarily the expression of popular will, neither does it represent the validity of some nation concept over another. Men with more guns and money 'win'. What do Kashmiris want? I think New Delhi knows that very well and so do we. It is not without reason that Kashmir has been denied a referendum with independent nationhood as one of
the choices. A power that confidently claims that most people in Kashmir are happy to be citizens of India also denies the people of Kashmir to show the world the extent of such happiness through a referendum. Whether that is a sign of confidence in what New Delhi claims to be true, I leave my readers to judge. One thing this incident has done, is that many Indian media outlets have carried the state of Kashmiri people's will that is expressed through this incident. This exploration of 'what they want' is something that Indian media avoids in a near-total way. But this incident shows how different Kashmiri students, how different people in that Srinagar neighbourhood are from the outside students. Whether the difference is present in even wider sections of the Kashmiri population is something this this set of events cannot directly tell but it does have a strong hint. Indian nationalists claim that Kashmiris are Indians. If that is so, these Kashmiris are a very strange kind of Indian – much of what is considered good by Kashmiris is considered bad by Indian nationalists and vice versa. Does electoral democracy in Kashmir express this aspect of Kashmir? If not, who does the government represent?
Achieving Outstanding Results through Synergistic Team Work
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t’s true that Nagaland has an opposition-less government. But, sadly, that government doesn’t seem to meet the definition of a team. This is because it lacks any real core value or compelling vision around which all of its members can unite. Even within its own camp, each sub-group seems to be working against the other groups or each member essentially pursuing his own personal goal and in any direction he wants. Or sometimes their lack of concerted effort may be a result of team members simply not knowing the overall direction of the team and how they can contribute to its success. What, then, makes a real team? For this, let’s turn to the “Goose Story.” It is said, for example, that when geese fly together, they fly along in a V-formation. As each bird flaps its wings, it creates an uplift for the bird immediately following, thereby adding at least 70% greater flying range than if each bird flew on its own. When a goose falls out of formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of trying to do it alone, so it quickly returns to the formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the group. When the lead goose gets tired, he rotates back in the wing and another goose flies point. The geese at the back honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep up their speed. If a goose gets sick or is wounded and falls out, two geese fall out of formation and follow him down to help and protect him. And they stay with him until he is either able to fly or until he is dead, and then they launch out again on their own or with another formation. Success is hardly a solo project. It’s all about synergy--- the concept of adding 1 plus 1 and getting 11, not just 2. You have to work with a team that shares the same dream or objective because people working together can accomplish far more than each one working separately. Simply put, teamwork makes success quicker and easier because they are traveling on the thrusts of one another. At the core of the success of real dream team is a clear understanding in the minds of all team members of why the team exists. This understanding is accompanied by a deep commitment to the mission, which is derived from the general belief that “what we’re doing is important---it’s worth my life.” Does this mean that you should pick only those people who are just like you to be on your team? No. Interestingly, the all-wise God made us all incomplete. Even at the most basic level, which is the family unit, each member is wired differently. That’s how it is in my family. My younger daughter is like an owl— she is good at prioritizing and planning for her next move. My older daughter is like a pet-dog— always ready to greet acquaintances with “a lick and a wagging tail,” as it were. That is, her strength is in socializing. My wife takes after a squirrel—she is detailed-oriented, predictable, consistent, and steady. In my case, my animal personality type is that of a lion---decisive, independent, and directing. As for some of my weaknesses, I tend to be more impatient with work speed and less sensitive to others’ feelings. Ironically, a dream team is usually made up of people with different personality types and work styles. For sure, people like me need a lot of “squirrels” to slow us down to a reasonable speed, to bring stability to the team, and to work on a step-by-step work sequence. We need a few “owls” to help us think logically, analyze problems, and develop processes or systems. Furthermore, we need some “pet dogs” to help us enjoy working with people and to bring excitement in our workplaces. Clearly, a wide range of diverse personality types and work skills are required for team success. This understanding can lead us to an “all for one, one for all” type of thinking (win-win cooperation) and create the magic or synergy of everyone working together. On top of this, when roles are clearly defined and aligned, the idea that “none of us is as good as all of us” becomes operational. Indeed, there shouldn’t be any “boring work” in a team. The problem is in assigning the wrong work to the wrong person. That’s why we need to swap duties whenever there is work inefficiency or low morale among the team members. Ideally, everyone should have some freedom to delegate the work he or she doesn’t do well. What someone considers “boring work” can be someone else’s favorite thing to do. This can triple what gets done, because what we hate to do bores us, and what bores us slows us down. Doing work with this mutual understandings will allow everyone to work more efficiently and, in the long run, achieve far better results.
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India's bid to bring Mallya back rebuffed 'Mallya cannot be deported' NEW DELHI, may 11 (IaNs): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Wednesday said the UK has turned down India's request for deportation of liquor baron Vijay Mallya, but added that he can be extradited once a chargesheet is filed against him. Jaitley, who is Leader of House in Rajya Sabha, was speaking after Janata Dal-United (JD-U) member Sharad Yadav raised the issue in the house. "Government has said we will get him back. UK has clearly denied it and said there is no question of sending him back. This man took so many things from here and government was sleeping," Yadav said. Jaitley, in response, said that his deportation was sought by the investigative agencies, but was turned down by the UK. "Investigative agencies are probing the wrongdoings. In course of the investigation, since his diplomatic passport has been cancelled, the investigative agencies sought his deportation," Jaitley informed the elders.
Kingfisher Airlines Chairman Vijay Mallya speaks to the media during a news conference in Mumbai. (REUTERS File Photo)
NEW DELHI, may 11 (rEutErs): India has failed in its initial attempt to secure the return of debtstrapped tycoon Vijay Mallya from Britain but New Delhi said on Wednesday it would continue to seek his repatriation to face his creditors. Mallya flew to London two months ago, under pressure from bankers seeking to recover about $1.4 billion owed by his collapsed Kingfisher Airlines.
He has since said he is living in "forced exile". India, which has revoked Mallya's diplomatic passport, requested on April 28 he be deported but now acknowledges there is no immediate prospect this will happen because Mallya has the right to remain in Britain. Vikas Swarup, spokesman for the Ministry of External Affairs, said the British government had told India that Mallya does not require a valid passport as
long as it was valid when his leave to remain in the country was granted. "At the same time the UK acknowledges the seriousness of the allegations and is keen to assist Government of India (GoI)," Swarup said in a statement to Reuters. "They have asked GoI to consider requesting mutual legal assistance or extradition." The 60-year-old Mallya, a Formula 1 boss known as the "King of Good Times"
for his party lifestyle, is the subject of a non-bailable warrant issued by a special judge in Mumbai. India's Enforcement Directorate, a government agency set up to fight financial crime, has accused Mallya's UB Group of using 4.3 billion rupees ($64 million) of bank loans to Kingfisher to buy property overseas. Creditors, led by State Bank of India, have rejected an offer of partial repayment by Mallya, who had
given a personal guarantee for the Kingfisher loan. They have demanded that the former billionaire attend a hearing in the Supreme Court. Mallya has denied wrongdoing, calling the charges against him "preposterous". He has also offered a settlement to his creditors that they have so far refused to consider. No comment was immediately available from a Kingfisher spokesman.
SC raps three states, asks Centre to convene meeting on drought NEW DELHI, may 11 (IaNs): The Supreme Court on Wednesday rapped Haryana, Gujarat and Bihar on the drought issue and directed the Centre to convene an urgent meeting with their chief secretaries to assess the drought situations in these states. In an unsparing indictment of the attitude of the three state governments, the apex court remarked that these states lacked the will to even admit to the droughtlike situation in their jurisdictions. The court directed the union agriculture secretary to hold a meeting within a week with the three chief secretaries in view of the available data and, if so advised, persuade the state governments to declare drought in whichever district, taluka or tehsil it was necessary. The court also ordered for the setting up the National Disaster Response Force and the National Disaster Mitigation Fund within six and three months respectively. "It should be emphasised that there is no loss of face or prestige or dignity in the state government declaring a drought if it is warranted, although succour to the distressed might be too late in the day," said an apex court bench comprising
Justice Madan B. Lokur and Justice N.V. Ramana. Saying that the agriculture secretary "might also consider convening a meeting of the National Executive Committee and issue directions, if necessary, to Bihar, Gujarat and Haryana and their authorities in response to any threatening disaster situation or disaster", the bench quoted Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak: "The problem is not lack of resources or capability, but the lack of will." Justice Lokur said: "This lack of will is amply demonstrated, in which Bihar, Gujarat and Haryana are hesitant to even acknowledge, let alone address, a possible drought-like situation or a drought, by not disclosing full facts about the prevailing conditions in these states." "A candid admission does not imply a loss of face or invite imputations of ineffective governance -it is an acknowledgement of reality. An ostrich-like attitude is a pity, particularly since the persons affected by a possible drought-like situation usually belong to the most vulnerable sections of society." "The sound of silence coming from these states subjects the vulnerable to further distress", the
bench said in its judgment. It pointed out that the "humanitarian factors such as migrations from affected areas, suicides, extreme distress and the plight of women and children are some of the factors that ought to be kept in mind by the state governments in matters pertaining to drought and the government of India in updating and revising the Manual". The court said the availability of adequate food grain and water is certainly of utmost importance but they are not the only factors required to be taken note of. Seven directions were issued to the Centre, including on "setting up of a National Disaster Response Force within six months from today with an appropriate and regular cadre strength" as mandated under Section 44 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The Centre was also asked to establish a National Disaster Mitigation Fund within three months from today as required under Section 47 of the Act of 2005. The court referred to Section 11 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, which requires the formulation of a National Plan relating to risk assessment, risk management and crisis management in respect
of a disaster. "Such National Plan has not been formulated over the last 10 years, although a policy document has been prepared. We can appreciate that the formulation of a National Plan will take some time, but surely 10 years is far too long for such an exercise." The apex court then directed or the formulation of the National Plan in terms of Section 11 of the Act of 2005 at the "very earliest and with immediate concern". Appreciating the Drought Management Manual, the court direct that the Manual be revised and updated on or before December 31, 2016. The court said weightage be given to rainfall, storage water levels in reservoirs, surface and ground water as well as sowing and crop conditions to determine drought and its duration. This direction came after the court found Haryana, Bihar and Gujarat were using factors like perennial rivers, nature of soil and other factors for not declaring drought. The court was hearing a plea by NGO Swaraj Abhiyan seeking its intervention for relief in 11 drought-affected states.
Prez Rule revoked, Rawat is back as Uttarakhand CM NEW DELHI/DEHraDuN, may 11 (IaNs): A day after ousted Chief Minister Harish Rawat won the trust vote, the union cabinet headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday revoked President's Rule in Uttarakhand to pave way for the Congress government to return in the state. The cabinet decision came after the BJPled central government told the Supreme Court that Rawat got 33 votes while 28 legislators voted against him in the Tuesday floor test supervised by the apex court. Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi told Justices Dipak Misra and Shiva Kirti Singh that there was “no doubt” that Rawat had the legislative strength to head the state government. “It is clear (Rawat) has proved the majority,” Rohatgi said. The court asked the central government “to revoke forthwith the order of proclamation of President's Rule” to let Rawat return as the chief minister. Rawat's victory, which was already known but officially announced on Wednesday, sparked jubilation in the Congress
camp in Dehradun as well as in Delhi. In Delhi, the Congress said it was the “victory of democracy”. “Hope Modiji learns his lesson. People of this country and the institutions built by our founding fathers will not tolerate the murder of democracy,” Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi tweeted. But Rawat, 69, said he had no acrimony with the BJP government and needed its support for the state's progress. "It has been a tense period, a period of uncertainty and the state suffered losses. But all is well that ends well," an elated Rawat told a crowded news conference in Dehradun. Congress workers in Dehradun broke into festivities. They danced and sang, distributed and ate sweets, hugged each other and burst firecrackers near Rajiv Bhavan, the party headquarters in the heart of Dehradun. A peeved Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) claimed the Congress' jubilation would be "shortlived". “This majority is just for show. It will be a shortterm glory. They have already lost the confidence of
the people of Uttarakhand. The Congress majority in the assembly was a result of purchase and sale of elected members," BJP leader Shrikant Sharma told IANS outside parliament. The return of the Congress government, however, awaits President Pranab Mukherjee's proclamation. The court ruling ended Rawat's more than 45-day long legal battle after he was dismissed by the central government on March 27 citing poor governance. The crisis for the Congress began in the state when the BJP tried to leverage a rebellion in the Congress led by Vijay Bahuguna, whom Rawat replaced. The problems peaked on March 18 when the assembly passed the budget Appropriation Bill by voice vote while the opposition and nine Congress rebels sought recorded voting in the house of 70 members. Rawat's problems are not over yet. He has been summoned by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to New Delhi to answer charges that he, in a sting operation, tried to bribe Congress rebels to return to his camp. Rawat has denied the allegations.
Government favours common test for medical entrance NEW DELHI, may 11 (IaNs): The government on Wednesday said it favoured holding a general common medical entrance test for admissions in MBBS and BDS courses but the test should be conducted from next year. "The government, in principle, is in favour of a general common admission test. However, this is not the decision of the government. This is the directive of the court (to the government)," Parliamentary Affairs Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu told the Lok Sabha. He was responding to concerns raised by some members in the Lok Sabha during Zero Hour. The National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) replacing all other private and state medical entrance tests across the country is scheduled to be held on July 24. Naidu said if the NEET is conducted from next year, then the students can have adequate time to prepare for the exam. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader also assured the members that the government will again approach the
apex court in this regard through the Attorney General. "I will convey the concerns of the members to the union HRD minister and health minister. We will also try to convince the (apex) court," Naidu said. Earlier, raising the matter, Trinamool Congress member Kakoli Ghosh demanded that a legislative initiative should be taken up by the government to address the concerns of students. "How can students be asked to appear in the test within such short span of time. The government should take legislative initiative in this regard so that we can stand by students. We can't let them suffer," she said. Shiromani Akali Dal member Prem Singh Chandumajra demanded that Punjabi be included in the list of regional languages in which candidates can take the NEET exam. Congress member Rajiv Satav said that either the government should again approach the apex court or bring an ordinance to give relief to the students.
Central government to approach the Supreme Court again
Arunachal Governor ATSUM condemns seeking assent to 3 Bills JCB driver freed ImPHaL, may 11 (NNN): A JCB driver was freed by Bulldozing any agenda without tak- one’s desired wishes. asks NEC to develop ing into consideration the sentiments The irreparable damages done to suspected militants after he remained in captivity for people will never fructify the tribals are colossal and with the nine eight days. road connectivity All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur offorthethetribal On Wednesday, Kh Tontonba Singh hailing from simple fact that tribals constitute tribal martyrs still lying at the morgue in Newmai News Network Imphal | May 11
ItaNagar, may 11 (PtI): Emphasising on better connectivity, Arunachal Pradesh Governor J P Rajkhowa asked North Eastern Council (NEC) to take up development of Orphan Roads as it will benefit the state and its neighbours. He said this during a meeting with NEC Secretary Ram Muivah, who called on him at Raj Bhawan yesterday. Informing that there is road connectivity problem in the state and region and there is not a single institute for road research and design, Rajkhowa suggested an institute be set up in Arunachal Pradesh, as the state with its variant topography and climatic condition, is most suitable for it. He also asked Muivah to develop Advance Landing Grounds at Ziro, Pasighat and Aalo in the lines of Lilabari, Tezpur and Umroi airports, where there are regular air services and is funded by NEC, a Raj Bhawan release said today. The Governor suggested setting up Centres for Excellence for architecture, skill development, tourism etc which will be beneficial for students of all sates in the region, it stated. Emphasising on regular visits and monitoring of the NEC funded North Eastern Region Community Resource Management Projects (NERCORMP) in the state, he said, "With regular monitoring, social auditing and proper selection of schemes, it will bring good results." Highlighting the abundant kiwi, orange and other horticultural produces, Rajkhowa requested the NEC Secretary to assist the entrepreneurs of the state in setting up food processing units and wineries. He called for enhancing the annual budget of the Council so that larger projects can be taken up and suggested that NEC should entertain schemes or projects of less than Rs 20 lakh, when approached directly by people who need it. Calling for NECs special attention towards philanthropic institutes like Oju Welfare Association and Donyi Polo Mission, the Governor suggested the Council to visit these institutes which are doing "wonderful work" for the poor and the society and they need to be supported. Muivah briefed Rajkhowa on the ensuing Plenary Meeting of NEC at Shillong on May 27 and the challenges faced by the Council, the release added.
(ATSUM) has said today it strongly condemned the decision taken by the "All Political Parties" to depute a team of politicians to urge the Union Government to give assent to the three Bills passed by the Manipur Legislative Assembly on August 31, 2015. According a press communique released by ATSUM Information & Publicity secretary Micah Kamei, it is so senseless that political party leaders are ‘succumbing to the lopsided opinion’ of the majority community without analysing the root cause and the direct impact on the socio-political fluidity of Manipur.
nearly 42% of the total population and therefore, using brute force and flexing muscles for any social cause is undemocratic in a vast democratic country like India, the union said. “It is very unfortunate that due to lack of farsightedness and wisdom of our legislators, the three anti-tribal Bills were passed without referring to the Hill Areas Committee (HAC),” it said. The union said the mayhem and destruction caused to human lives and properties before and after and for and against the bills testifies that the two ‘combating community’ will be on the run at war footing to fulfil
Mizoram govt accepts HPC-D peace overtures aIzaWL, may 11 (PtI): The Mizoram government has accepted the peace overtures of the Manipurbased Hmar People's Convention (Democratic) on the condition that the outfit would not indulge in any anti-government activity during the by-elections to the village councils on May 19. Mizoram Home Minister R Lalzirliana today said the HPC (D), through the Young Mizo Association (YMA) (Tuisual Group) and the central committee of the YMA appealed to the state government to initiate a peaceful negotiation. "We welcome the peace initiative and agreed that any conflict can only be amicably solved only through negotiation," he said, adding that the HPC (D) was expected not to campaign for any political party or candidate during the polling. The last talks between the state
government and the HPC (D) fizzled out in 2013 over disagreement on the extension of the Suspension of Operations (SoO) and with the Hmar outfit accusing the state government of being insincere about finding solution to the vexed Hmar imbroglio. The HPC (D), since 1997 had been demanding a separate autonomous district council under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution by carving out the north-eastern part of the state adjoining Manipur. The by-elections to the 31 village councils are being held as the State Election Commission could not hold elections along with the village councils in other parts of the state on April 30, 2015 due to threats from the HPC (D). Nobody filed nomination for the election. Some top HPC (D) leaders are facing trials and languishing in the central jail near Aizawl.
Churachandpur district, it is not congenial for political parties to campaign in favour of the Bills, ATSUM said. The union said it is also worth mentioning that the three bills passed by the Manipur Legislative Assembly is ‘unconstitutional’ as the Rules of Procedures and Conduct of Business had been deliberately violated by the honourable members of the House. Hence, it said, it would be rather more appropriate for legislators to pressurise the Union Government to fulfil the charter of demands of various stake holders instead of inviting more maladies.
Pukhao Naharup Awang Leikai told media at the Press Club here that he was freed near Churachandpur town yesterday around 11 am. He alleged that he was beaten up by his kidnappers while he was in their custody. He further alleged that he was abducted over a monetary demand. Tontonba claimed that the armed kidnappers wanted money from the contractor who engaged him for PMGSY work at Luigam village Churachandpur district. A group of armed persons numbering about five kidnapped him from a work shed at Luigam on May 3 midnight. A joint action committee was formed over the abduction, which demanded the Manipur government to secure safe release of the JCB driver.
Inner Line Permit: Manipur tribals call 48-hour shutdown Our stand against the bills remains unchanged ImPHaL, may 11 (IaNs): Tribal activists have called a 48-hour general strike in the tribal areas of Manipur from May 15 midnight to protest against the government decision to urge the Centre to give assent to three bills passed in the state assembly. Gaidon Kamei, president of the United Naga Council, said, "Our stand against the bills remains unchanged." Naga leaders including former MLAs and MPs will hold a meeting on May 14 to reaffirm the stand. Tribals in Manipur oppose
the bills for being "anti-tribal". However, many sections of people say that the tribal organisations have not pinpointed the clauses or wordings which are against the interest of the tribals since these bills are for regulating entry and stay of outsiders in Manipur. The Inner Line Permit has been enforced in Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram and Nagaland. The Kuki Inpi Manipur has also objected to the state leaders going to New Delhi over the issue. It said, "The government did not consult us on the issue." It warned all Kuki MLAs
not to represent any political party on the Delhi visit. The delegates have the onerous task of making the Delhi visit successful or face the wrath of the protesters. Meanwhile, the women and student wings of the Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit System (JCILP) have intensified their agitation. There have been sit-in demonstrations at various places by the students. The Naga People's Front which had four MLAs in Manipur said that it opposes the three bills. The MLAs had resigned to protest against the passing of the bills in the assembly on August 31, 2015.
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Queen Elizabeth caught on camera Car bomb in Baghdad kills over 50 calling Chinese officials “very rude” London, May 11 (REUTERS): Queen Elizabeth has been caught on camera saying Chinese officials were “very rude” during a state visit to Britain by President Xi Jinping that London had said would herald a “golden era” in relations with Beijing. She was speaking at a garden party at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, the same day that Prime Minister David Cameron was filmed making undiplomatic remarks to her about corruption in Nigeria and Afghanistan. The queen’s remarks may not be helpful to the British government’s determined efforts to boost trade ties with China. Under her constitutional role, the 90-year-old monarch never makes any politically or diplomatically sensitive comments in public, and it is rare for the content of her private conversations to be revealed. In Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lu Kang said Xi’s visit to Britain last year had been “extremely successful” and both countries’ officials had made great efforts to that end. In footage broadcast by the BBC, the queen is seen meeting senior police officer Lucy D’Orsi, who is
Chinese President Xi Jinping with Queen Elizabeth II at a state banquet at Buckingham Palace, London, during the first day of his state visit to Britain. (REUTERS File Photo)
introduced by an official as having been in charge of security during Xi’s visit in October. “Oh, bad luck,” the queen says in response. D’Orsi then describes her dealings with Chinese officials as “quite a testing time” and recounts that at one point they had walked out of a meeting and told her “the trip was off”. The queen says: “They were very rude to the ambassador.” Lu said he had not heard anything about Xi’s visit possibly being called
Bangladesh hangs Islamist leader for rape and genocide in 1971 war dHaKa, May 11 (REUTERS): Bangladesh hanged Islamist party leader Motiur Rahman Nizami on Wednesday for genocide and other crimes committed during the 1971 war of independence from Pakistan, the law minister said, risking an angry reaction from his supporters. Nizami, head of the Jamaat-eIslami party, was hanged at Dhaka Central jail just after midnight, Law Minister Anisul Haq told Reuters, after the Supreme Court rejected his final plea against a death sentence imposed by a special tribunal for genocide, rape and orchestrating the massacre of top intellectuals during the war. Nizami, 73, a former legislator and minister during opposition leader Khaleda Zia’s last term as prime minister, was sentenced to death in 2014. Hundreds of people flooded the streets of the capital, Dhaka, to cheer the execution. “We have waited for this day for a long 45 years,” said war veteran Akram Hossain. “Justice has finally been served.” But the war crimes tribunal set up by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 2010 has sparked violence and drawn criticism from opposition politicians.
off at any point, adding that the visit had opened a new “golden age” in relations, brought about by both countries. CENSORED The BBC reported that in China, items about the queen’s remarks were censored from its news bulletins. The Chinese authorities often censor items they object to from foreign news bulletins, which can only be seen by very few people in China as foreign TV channels are only allowed
in high-end hotels and a tiny number of select apartment buildings. A spokeswoman for the queen said: “We do not comment on the queen’s private conversations. However, the Chinese state visit was extremely successful and all parties worked closely to ensure it proceeded smoothly.” Xi’s visit was full of pomp and ceremony, with Cameron and his finance minister George Osborne keen to impress the Chinese leader and present Britain as China’s firmest
friend in Europe. The queen has been careful to keep her views to herself during her 64-year reign, but several other members of Britain’s royal family have made undiplomatic comments about China in the past. The queen’s husband, Prince Philip, warned some British students in China in the 1980s that they would get “slitty eyes” if they stayed there too long. Her eldest son, heir-tothe-throne Prince Charles, has skipped two state banquets for Chinese guests in Britain, and described some Chinese officials in a journal that was leaked to the media as “appalling old waxworks”. Relations between London and Beijing have been complicated by the weight of history, particularly the 1860 Opium War when British and French troops stole piles of plunder from the Summer Palace in the Chinese capital, then burned it to the ground. In 2010, Cameron and a delegation of ministers caused offence during a visit to Beijing by wearing poppies - a symbol of remembrance of fallen troops for Britons, but in China a reminder of the opium trade that helped trigger the conflict.
People gather at the scene of a car bomb attack in Baghdad’s mainly Shi’ite district of Sadr City, Iraq on May 11. (REUTERS Photo)
BaGHdad, May 11 (REUTERS): A car bomb claimed by Islamic State in a Shi’ite Muslim district of Baghdad killed at least 52 people and wounded more than 78 others on Wednesday, Iraqi police and hospital sources said, the largest attack inside the city for months. Security has gradually improved in the Iraqi capital, which was the target of daily bombings a decade ago, but violence directed against the security forces and Shi’ite civilians is still frequent. Large blasts sometimes set off reprisal attacks against the minority Sunni community. The fight against Islamic State, which seized about a third of Iraq’s territory in 2014, has exacerbated a long-running sectarian conflict in Iraq mostly between Sunnis and the Shi’ite majority that emerged after the U.S.-led invasion in 2003. Such violence threatens to undermine U.S.-backed efforts to dislodge the militant group Wednesday’s attack in Sadr City could also intensify pressure on Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi to resolve a political crisis that has crippled the government for more than a month. A pickup truck packed with explosives went off at rush hour near a beauty salon in a bustling market. Many of
the victims were women including several brides who appeared to be getting ready for their weddings, the sources said. The bodies of two men said to be grooms were found in an adjacent barber shop. Wigs, shoes and children’s toys were scattered on the ground outside. At least two cars were destroyed in the explosion, their parts scattered far from the blast site. Rescue workers stepped through puddles of blood to put out fires and remove victims. Smoke was still rising from several shops hours after the explosion as a bulldozer cleared the burnt-out chassis of the vehicle used in the blast. Islamic State said in a statement circulated online by supporters that it had targeted Shi’ite militia fighters gathered in the area. Iraqi forces backed by airstrikes from a nearly two-year-old U.S.-led campaign have driven the group back in the western province of Anbar and are preparing for an offensive to retake the northern city of Mosul. But the militants are still able to strike outside territory they control. The ultra-hardline Sunni jihadist group, which considers Shi’ites apostates, has claimed recent attacks across the country as well as a twin suicide bombing in Sadr City in February that killed 70 people.
Kidnapped son of Pakistan former British PM calls Afghanistan, PM arrives home from Afghanistan Nigeria ‘fantastically corrupt’ KaBUL/ISLaMaBad, May 11 (REUTERS): The son of a former Pakistani prime minister who was rescued by Afghan and U.S. forces from al Qaeda captors in Afghanistan landed in the Pakistani city of Lahore on Wednesday, three years after being kidnapped from his home town. Ali Haider Gilani was rescued on Monday by a joint force of Afghan and U.S. commandos who attacked a house held by al Qaeda militants in Paktika province, just across the border from Pakistan., Before his departure from Afghanistan, Gilani, with long hair and a grey-streaked beard, thanked his rescuers. Looking tired but otherwise healthy, the son of former Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani said pressure from Pakistani forces fighting militants in lawless frontier lands had forced his captors to take him over the border into Afghanistan. “I really appreciate the Afghan government’s efforts and the Afghan forces’ efforts for someone, these sacrifices, for someone from another country,” he told reporters at Afghanistan’s Ministry of Defence where he was handed over to Pakistani diplomats. “That shows the efforts of the Afghan government to bringing peace in the region,” he said. “I would also like to thank U.S. forces which, at the critical moments of
London, May 11 (IanS): British Prime Minister David Cameron described Nigeria and Afghanistan as “fantastically corrupt” in a conversation with Queen Elizabeth II. The conversation took place at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday during an event to mark the Queen’s 90th birthday, attended by political leaders and other public figures. The prime minister
Ali Haider Gilani, (R) son of former Pakistani prime minister Yusuf Raza Gilani, shakes hands with Afghan Joint Chief of Staff Gen. Qadamshah Shahim after he was rescued in Afghanistan in a joint operation by Afghan and U.S. forces, at the Defence Ministry in Kabul on May 11. (REUTERS Photo)
my release provided me with shelter, food and medical care,” he said. “I’m just looking forward to being reunited with my family and just getting back to normal life.” He was flown home on a chartered aircraft sent from Pakistan with his brother aboard, Pakistan’s foreign ministry said. Pakistani television later reported the plane had landed in Lahore. Gilani was abducted outside an office of the Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) in his home town of Multan on May 9, 2013, two days before an election. His rescue occurred partly by chance, as Afghan and U.S. special forces raided the
suspected al Qaeda compound. The force had an “inkling” a hostage was being held there but was not aware it was Gilani, said Brigadier General Charles Cleveland, spokesman for the NATO-led force. He said four al Qaeda fighters were killed in the raid. Gilani was with his captors but was identified as a hostage after he did not try to resist. The incident offered a rare moment of warmth and respite in long-running tensions between Kabul and Islamabad, which many in Afghanistan blame for fostering and sheltering Taliban leaders on their soil.
Sanders beats Clinton in West Virginia WaSHInGTon/nEW yoRK, May 11 (REUTERS): U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders defeated Hillary Clinton on Tuesday in West Virginia’s primary, winning over voters deeply skeptical about the economy and signaling the difficulty Clinton may have in industrial states in the general election. The loss slows Clinton’s march to the nomination, but she is still heavily favored to become the Democratic candidate in the Nov. 8 election. In a November match-up with Donald Trump, Clinton will need to win over working-class voters in the U.S. Rust Belt, which includes key states such as Ohio and Pennsylvania. Trump, 69, won contests in West Virginia and Nebraska handily on Tuesday. The presumptive Republican nominee is set to meet with party leaders in the U.S. Congress on Thursday, including U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Paul Ryan. After Ryan said last week that he was not yet ready to endorse Trump, Trump said on Sunday that he would have to decide whether he still wanted Ryan to preside over the party’s July convention. Trump said in a Fox interview on Tuesday night that he would like Ryan to chair the convention as
planned. “He’s a very good man, he wants what’s good for the party,” the New York billionaire said. Trump has zeroed in on Clinton’s protracted battle with Sanders, a 74-year-old U.S. senator from Vermont. He has taunted Clinton in recent days by saying she “can’t close the deal” by beating Sanders, her only rival for the Democratic Party’s nomination since Feb. 1. Clinton, 68, has said she will ignore Trump’s personal insults, including his repeated use of his new nickname for her, “Crooked Hillary,” and instead will criticize his policy pronouncements. TOP CONCERNS: ECONOMY AND JOBS Deep concerns about the economy underscored West Virginia’s Democratic primary. Roughly six in 10 voters said they were very worried about the direction of the U.S. economy in the next few years. The same proportion cited the economy and jobs was their most important voting issue, according to a preliminary ABC News exit poll. A remark Clinton made at an Ohio town hall in March that the country would “put a lot of coal miners and coal companies out of business” at an Ohio town hall in a com-
ment may have hurt her with voters in coal-mining states such as West Virginia. During Clinton’s visit to West Virginia and Ohio last week she repeatedly apologized to displaced coal and steel workers for her comment, which she said had been taken out of context, and discussed her plan to help retrain coal workers for clean energy jobs. To secure the Democratic nomination, a candidate needs 2,383 delegates. Going into West Virginia, Clinton, a former U.S. secretary of state, had 2,228 delegates, including 523 so-called superdelegates, elite party members who are free to support any candidate. Sanders had 1,454 delegates, including 39 superdelegates. Another 29 delegates will be apportioned based on West Virginia’s results. Clinton and Sanders will compete in another primary contest on May 17. Both candidates are also looking ahead to the June 7 contests, the last in the long nominating season, in which nearly 700 delegates are at stake, including 475 in California, where Sanders is now focusing his efforts. Sanders has vowed to take his campaign all the way to the Democrats’ July 25-28 convention in Philadelphia, and wants a say in shaping the party’s platform.
was speaking to the Queen about this week’s anti-corruption summit in London, BBC reported. “We’ve got some leaders of some fantastically corrupt countries coming to Britain... Nigeria and Afghanistan, possibly the two most corrupt countries in the world,” he was overheard saying. After Cameron’s comments, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Wel-
by intervened to say: “But this particular president is not corrupt... he’s trying very hard,” before Speaker John Bercow said: “They are coming at their own expense, one assumes?” In response to Cameron’s comments, Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari said his government was deeply “shocked and embarrassed” by the premier’s comments.
THE GAUHATI HIGH COURT AT GUWAHATI (THE HIGH COURT OF ASSAM, NAGALAND, MIZORAM AND ARUNACHAL PRADESH)
NOTIFICATION
NO. HC.XXXVII-37/2015/1414/R. Cell
Dated Guwahati 6th May, 2016
The Gauhati High Court has been pleased to select the following candidate, on the basis of merit for Grade- I of the Nagaland Judicial Service against the sole advertised vacancy, reserved for Scheduled Tribe (ST) of Nagaland. Sl. Roll Name of the Candidate No No 1 107 N. LONGSHITHUNG EZUNG
Gender
Category
Male
ST (Lotha Naga)
Date of birth 4.3.1977
Grand Total Marks 205.83
Inclusion of the name of a candidate in the list of selected candidate shall not confer on the candidate any right of appointment. The list shall remain valid till the next select list is published or for 1 (one) year from the date of declaration of result, whichever is earlier. The candidate shall furnish certificate, given not more than six month prior to the date of application, from two respectable persons unconnected with his college or university and not related to him testifying to his character. The marks obtained by the candidates in the Main Written Examination and Viva-Voce have been uploaded in the website along with this notification for information of all concerned. By Order, Sd/- Registrar (Vigilance) - cum- In Charge, Recruitment Cell
GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND
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Dated - 11/05/16
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'disenchanted' shashank Manohar says Goal-machine suarez on conscience made him quit cricket board course for another landmark
ValeNCia, May 11 (ReuteRs): Luis Suarez could become Barcelona's highest scoring Uruguayan in Saturday's La Liga match at Granada, having equaled in only two seasons what compatriot Ramon Alberto Villaverde Vazquez aggregated in his decade-long stint with the club. The 29-year-old's brace against Espanyol in Barca's 5-0 triumph last Sunday saw him reach 81 goals for the Catalans to equal the record of Villaverde Vazquez who had joined the club in 1954 and played 10 seasons, scoring 81 goals in 224 games. In only his second season at Barcelona, Suarez has struck 50 goals in all competitions this season to help the team remain in contention for a domestic double, overtaking his previous record of 49 for Ajax in the 2009-2010 campaign. "He is very intelligent," Barca coach Luis Enrique said on the club website. "Sometimes relying too much on one player can hurt you, but if the team plays its game, Luis — who is lethal in the area — will have plenty of chances to score goals. It’s not just the goals, it's the way the team
FC Barcelona's Luis Suarez celebrates after scoring against Espanyol during a Spanish La Liga soccer match between FC Barcelona and Espanyol at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, May 8. (AP Photo)
plays that lets him score." More goals are expected from Suarez, who has found the back of the net in four successive league games, netting 11 goals while setting up four more
in that spell. With 37 goals scored so far, four more than Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, and with one La Liga game remaining, Suarez is on the verge of clinching the Pichichi
award as the top scorer in La Liga. Since the 20082009 season, when Diego Forlan won it for Atletico Madrid, the award has gone to either Ronaldo or Lionel Messi.
New Delhi, May 11 (aFP): Shashank Manohar said his conscience forced him to resign as India's cricket board chief after he walked away from the embattled organisation in a dispute over introducing wide-ranging reforms. Manohar wrote to the powerful Indian board on Tuesday to announce his immediate resignation, a move expected to trigger his bid for re-election as chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Manohar, who had only been in the post since last October, had promised to clean up the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), whose reputation has been tarnished by several scandals involving the Indian Premier League (IPL). In the wake of the IPL scandals involving corruption and fixing, the Supreme Court ordered a retired judge to draw up a report on the BCCI's governance in a bid to avoid future conflicts of interest. Justice Rajendra Mal Lodha's report recommended the BCCI introduce age limits for its office-bearers and a ban on television adverts between overs during live broadcasts. But Manohar said some of the reforms were not in the BCCI's best interests
and he felt he could no longer carry on in his role. "My conscience no longer permits me to continue," Manohar told the Times of India in an interview published on Wednesday. "I feel certain portions of the Lodha panel's recommendations are not in the interests of the board. There is very little I can do in the current scenario. "I am not disenchanted with the BCCI but with the overall scenario," he said. Manohar had returned for a second stint as BCCI president in October, after the death of Jagmohan Dalmiya. Manohar had pledged to clean up the board after being unanimously elected as head of what is the most powerful
body in world cricket. The 58-year-old lawyer was widely regarded as a safe pair of hands who could bring some much needed stability to the troubled board. After becoming president, Manohar swiftly moved to reverse some of the recent rule changes that had been designed to give greater power to India, England and Australia. Although some on Wednesday accused Manohar of abandoning the BCCI, others welcomed the move and his expected stand for re-election as ICC head. Under reforms that Manohar had himself supported, it will soon no longer be possible to be ICC chairman and head the national board of a member country.
Boxer Soldra confident of beating Vijender
BoltoN (uK), May 11 (iaNs): Polish boxer Andrzej Soldra has promised to stop Vijender Singh's winning streak when they clash at the Macron Stadium Premier Suite here on Friday. Vijender has had a superb start to his professional boxing career. He has featured in five professional fights so far and has won all of them by technical knockout. Soldra, who has the edge in experience over the Indian with 81 rounds under his belt compared to Vijender's 14, holds a record of 12 wins with five knockouts from 16 fights. Soldra also has a brilliant record in his amateur career with 82 wins from 98 fights. Vijender will have to be at the top of his game if he is to overcome his biggest challenge to date. "Friday the 13th is going to be a horror show for India's golden boy Vijender. It's about time his lucky streak came to an end and I'm going to be the man who delivers the knockout blow! He's had it easy up until now, us Polish are a different breed, and he's going to be in for a shock on Friday," Soldra said.
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A Response to “Errors And Omissions … In The Name Of Nationalism” Kaka D. Iralu
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Mr. Silverstein, have read your former article as well as the present one published in the Morung Express on May 11, 2016. I however did not reply your first article because like yourself, there are many from the West who poke their noses into our history and write sweeping statements and opinions without knowing what we have gone through under India’s occupational forces from 1947 to the present. Coming to your present article, it is a sweeping attack on my integrity based on references to my sources of information. As for your own sources of information, you have mentioned twice in your present article that your first article appeared in the Morung Express on April 4, 2016. I had lost my own copy of the Morung of April 4, 2016 and therefore frantically searched for it from neighbors and
finally have it on my table. BUT there is no article of yours in the Morung dated April 4, 2016. Please therefore be careful about references to your own sources of information. Coming to your articles about Nagaland and myself, I have no time to give a sentence for sentence reply, but would like to communicate the following facts: 1. Writing about a 69 year conflict in 421 pages was not an easy job, as you, an author yourself should be able to understand. In my experience, having to condense piles of files on atrocity reports into some perhaps, 100 pages (and not the whole book as alluded by you) was no mean task. Therefore, there may be instances where I did not mention the file number or the Region concerned. All along the writing period of three and half years, my table and shelves were always full of reports and documents so much so that thousands upon thousands of hours had to go into condensing pages into paragraphs
COME TO NAGALAND 'YESTERDAY' MR. ROBERT A. SILVERSTEIN
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udos to The Morung Express for carrying an exclusive article yet again, (albeit relegated to an indifferent 'Public Discourse' column at the back pages where people probably overlook), entitled "Errors And Omissions...In The Name of Nationalism" authored by one Robert A. Silverstein (henceforth referred to as Mr. R.A.S). This chap had earlier written an article entitled "The reality of Naga Nationalism" which too had been published by The Morung Express on April 5, 2016 and aptly responded to by Atsung Imchen on April 9, 2016. This 'apparently well qualified and well informed' gentleman has raised contentious subjects beyond his effort to critically analyse what Mr. Kaka D. Iralu has written in his book "The Naga Saga" that he had had the opportunity to read. I have no immediate inclination to endorse Mr. Kaka D. Iralu's historical point of view concerning the Nagas Political Movement but the general peripheral conclusions delivered by Mr. R.A.S thereof by extension is highly unpalatable. The air of arrogance of Mr. R.A.S that truly reflect the Indian perceptions is thoroughly debatable and insulting to a common Naga and being reminded of the usual historical Indian attitude of looking down on the Nagas as an unequal sub-human being is intolerable. Let me very bluntly state that the Nagas are certainly not an epitome of corruption less goodness...but which civilisation is? ... One solitary instance of India corruption/ scams that runs in multiple billions of rupees that would have seen through the problems of a small State like Nagaland for fifty years has been hitting the daily news, is a forgivable Indian default while the Nagas corruption on a 0.1% annual State budget allocation in comparison is not?! Mr. R.A.S has dared to throw his gloves into the ring. I more than "feel up to challenging the things" he has said. Why wait for July...come to Nagaland 'yesterday' instead and we can have a very public debate, whether Mr. Kaka D. Iralu responds to your challenge or not! I too was a Senior Indian bureaucrat but still am a warm blooded Naga, having personally seen the river of Naga blood flow in the Hills of the Naga Country caused by the Indian Army that you underwrite as irrelevant perception of the Nagas and I am game to take you on any day. Khekiye K. Sema IAS (Rtd) Upper Forest Colony; Kohima; NAGALAND!
and paragraphs into sentences while writing the book. 2. As for my sources of information, I am not an “outsider” writing an “inside” story about Nagaland. I was born on March 3, 1956 amidst the sound of gunfire and burning villages. I was a political prisoner along with my parents and grandparents at the age of seven months (as told by my parents). Also, being a grand nephew of A.Z. Phizo, I grew up “breathing and living” Naga politics right from my childhood to the present. And I have spent my entire life of 60 years living in the Indo-Naga war that I have desperately tried to portray in my book. Sixty two years of open warfare (except for the three ceasefires and peace talks) is a long enough period for any nation to be utterly wary of war (1954-2016). 3. Therefore, do not try to miss portray me as a radical fanatic Naga trying to rouse my people back to war with India again. As clearly stated in the introductory part of my book
under “A note to the reader,” I had written thus: “The details (of the war) are described with revulsion and disdain. They have been exposed and described so that each reader will join the author in pleading that the war must cease.” If you have read every page of my book as you have stated, then sadly, you are the one reader, who has completely missed the whole point altogether. 4. Finally, I am sorry to learn that you have also lost a beloved daughter called Emily to murder. I am sure as a father; your Emily is not just another statistical number in the list of murdered people. Mr. Silverstein, we Nagas have also lost so many Emily’s in our struggle stretching to almost seven decades. Their numbers are not in hundreds, but in their hundreds of thousands. Please do not therefore, insult the fathers of Nagaland by implying that that Kaka should not write about these Emilys of Nagaland who have died under horrible atrocities. This is with reference
to what you have written about my book in your first article in the context of atrocities. (Quote) “Saga is, for the most part, a history of atrocities by the Indian Government over a period of decades against the Naga people. Focusing on atrocities in the Indian-Nagaland context is irrelevant no matter how tragic these atrocities were. In fact, those trying to prevent a solution will perpetrate atrocities in order to foment distrust.” (Unquote) In conclusion, we Nagas are most amused by outsiders who visit Nagaland once or a few times; speak to a few artificial Nagas in the urban areas, read a few books about Nagaland, talk to a few Indian Government bureaucrats, and then - pass sweeping opinions directing Nagas as to how they should conduct themselves regarding their future! Yes, it is an amusing pastime for us, but we try to accommodate all of you in our strides. Thank you for your many learned advice for Nagaland and my book.
Why am i still a nurse? Help! Connect Kiphire
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ineteen years into the nursing profession, and fifteen years of being a trained nurse! I have passed out these years with multitudinous questions of why I became a nurse. Initially I would get lost in explanation and translation of why I chose nursing, because it wasn’t a dream I harbored and strove to be. Some encouraged, some passed with murky comments. The step of my journey into nursing didn’t have the most exciting start. I didn’t have the slightest idea of what studying nursing would be like. I found myself marshaled in the midst of complete strangers. I had to learn to take care of people with different ailments, with varied personalities, doing things for them and taking care of their needs, which I had possibly never done for my loved ones at home. Amidst all difficulties and harrowing times, I learned to find joy and contentment in nurturing those under my care. Four years of studying nursing not just molded and shaped me, but helped me understand myself in a way nothing ever could do. Most nurses don’t choose nursing because they think nursing is great. As trite as it may sound, most of us enter the profession of nursing without being aware of what it is and how it actually works. I've been in nursing for about 19 years now and I have never regretted it. In fact I have enjoyed it ever since first my interaction with my patient. That joy you feel when you realize that you lighten up someone’s face, with your presence is amazing and fulfilling. When you look at your patient in the eye and they are thankful for your kind attention and care, well, that's why I chose to become a nurse. Day one on, it has been a challenge. To ease someone's pain, whether it be physical or emotional, makes
me feel as if I have accomplished something for the day. To share the joy and relief with a family who has found out their loved one does not have a fatal disease is a fabulous feeling. To help a patient and family walk through the pains of death and dying, keeps one spiritually alive. I have met many wonderful people this way. To care for a patient who is near death and to know that, in the smallest way by holding their hand and consoling them eases their pain, is rewarding. These are what nurses do. Yes, there are ups and downs, rewards and challenges but there is an enormous feeling of contentment and fulfillment. As I pen down this, I recall the overwhelming emotional experience as I inched closer towards becoming a nurse. Celebrating International Nurses’ Day brings forth a reminder of Florence Nightingale, a young girl who was very clear about what she wanted to do and she saw nursing as an opportunity to help people. She looked upon the patient as a member of a family and she emphasized on personalized patient care. She considered love, duty, and kindness as heroic virtues, and perceived the nurse as a heroine in daily practice. She also stressed on the importance of nurses having broad interest and involvement in society's problems, and in their efforts to fight against social and health evils. Florence Nightingale's intent is equally relevant today. Today’s nursing is not only about taking care of the patients that come under the vicinity of our hospital unit. We have multiple roles to emulate; reaching out to the people in the community (community nursing), reaching the homes of those who cannot stay confined to the hospital (palliative care), grabbing opportunity to teach the patients and educate them in
relation to their ailments (nurse educators) and conducting awareness programmes about prevention and promotion of health. The gloom in nursing today is some of the vibrant youngsters only see career opportunities in nursing, and not understanding the demands of the profession. It lacks understanding that nursing teaches empathy and not sympathy, that the love, warmth and touch of hands cannot be replaced by machines; the perfect layers of documentation in the nursing station cannot fill in for a comforting word and the solace of our presence with the patient. Education in nursing has advanced tremendously, providing ample opportunities for making a career as a clinical nurse specialist, nurse anesthetist, certified nurse midwife, nurse practitioners, nurse educator etc. I take inspiration from many of the nursing leaders I have met and heard of. The tremendous love for nursing, the work towards uplifting our profession, the ability and potential I see in my friends and colleagues encourages and inspires me. I have evolved in nursing, and with nursing. It has given me so much love and opportunities to build me up. Challenges lead our way, disappointments and frustrations befall us many a times, but I have taken the pledge “To serve my profession with dedication... to actively support my profession and strive towards its advancement…to fulfill my responsibilities as a citizen and encourage change towards better health”. And that is WHY AM I STILL A NURSE! “Happy International Nurses’ Day 2016” A.Purnungla Aier Asso.Professor College of Nursing, CIHSR, Dimapur
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igital India was launched by Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi on 1 July 2015 to ensure that Government services are made available to citizens electronically by improving online infrastructure and by increasing Internet connectivity or by making the country digitally empowered in the field of technology. The initiative includes plans to connect rural areas with highspeed internet networks. The vision of Digital India programme is inclusive growth in areas of electronic services, products, manufacturing and job opportunities etc Kiphire District Situated in the most remote part of Eastern Nagaland is also a part of Digital India. Various programmes related to Digital India is been observed. However, on connectivity part, it has no or hardly connectivity and communication infrastructure Due to which various untold difficulties and problems were faced by the Govt depts., Students and Citizens in the District. We are in a global world but Kiphire is yet to Bridge the Digital Divide. The key e-governance agencies like NSWAN and NIC too are not in a position to provide internet services/facilities. Now, if some of these agencies which were only meant to provide and facilitate e-services in the District don’t have connectivity, how can anyone imagine an individual citizen of Kiphire to have an internet services? The only VSAT available at DC office, which was managed by the NIC is been damaged since from the beginning of this year. Other option like NSWAN is not to be mentioned as the BSNL services rarely visit the District. The citizen visits CSC which is running under the initiative of NSeGS however even this couldn’t help them on e-services due to connectivity problem. An appeal has been made by Administration, NGOs and concern individuals however, snap down of OFC cable etc has always been made
an excuse. Private telecom services like Airtel, Aircel is operating in the District but unreliable internet connection. Even a phone call goes after making several attempts and that too hardly speaks. Aircel 3G sometimes connects Kiphire but network is always inconstant. We are in Digital Nation, as such whether we have or not all the programmes/works that needs to be done through online services should be followed by the Govt departments/Students/ Citizens with the rest of the Digital Nation. Government has also already created the e-governance application for many departments but all these services could not be used by the Citizen of Kiphire District. Sometimes, its upset seeing Students and Citizens running from pillar to post to avail online related services. One who can offer help is helpless. Therefore, it is fervently appeal to the concern department to kindly look into the matter on priority and find out the ways and means to connect Kiphire at the earliest. As connectivity has become the basic necessity in day today’s life. Please don’t wait for the NGOs/ public pressure to start up your assigned duties. As most of the time I have been explained by many that since no one is pressuring for the problem faced by citizen the concern officers/departments are not serious in taking up the issues. But be it Govt departments or private companies we are hired just to do the needful job and you are assigned to satisfy your citizen through your services. Your responsibility is to meet the needs and wants of your citizen in your own level. Kiphire District shares an international boundary with Myanmar in the East, hence special focus on connectivity must be given in this areas so that it will be a boost for the state and the district in making the Digital India into reality. Horiba Sangtam, Kiphire.
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Kristen Bell's struggle with anxiety, depression
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ctress Kristen Bell has opened up about her struggle with anxiety and depression. The 35-year-old House of Lies star said the problem is something that her mother and grandmother also suffered from, reported US magazine. I struggled a lot with anxiety and depression. There is a serotonin imbalance in our family line, Bell said adding that her grandmother would go nuts at times. The actress, who is married to funnyman Dax Shepard and is the mom of daughters Lincoln and Delta, said she was diagnosed with the problem at a
young age. (My mom's) a nurse and she had the wherewithal to recognize that in herself when she was feeling it, and when I was 18 said, 'If you start to feel like you are twisting things around you, and you feel like there is no sunlight around you and you are paralyzed with fear, this is what it is. I got on a prescription when I was really young and I still take it today and I have no shame in that because my mom had said to me, 'If you start to feel this way, talk to your doctor, talk to a psychologist, see how you want to help yourself,' she said. Source: PTI
PeeCee bags a slot in 10 Millennial Leaders Around the Globe list
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fter taking over the West with a storm, Bollywood actress Priyanka Chopra has got another feather to add in her hat. She has been recently named in the list of 10 Millennial Leaders Around the Globe. Expressing her happiness over the same, the 33-year-old actress took to her Twitter handle and wrote, "So nice to be included in such August Company. Thank u @usnews." Other celebrities who have been listed are Malala Yousafzai, Kim Jong Un, Mark Zuckerberg, Prince William, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Rafael Nadal, Sonita Alizadeh and Mhairi Black. On the work front, Priyanka is presently shooting for her Hollywood debut 'Baywatch.'
Opang Jamir will walk the ramp as designer Nana Gona's showstopper at the North East India Fashion Week on June 3 at Arunachal.
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Peren District Music Society, General Secretary Kedi Thou released a single titled ‘Revealed’ by Unique Flavour Band in the presence of other PDMS members on May 11.The original recording was sponsored by Zangzang. Managing Director Voice of Nagaland, recorded by Alem Alia Jamir Music Director and proprietor, Tribes studio lab, Dimapur.
Tiger Shroff hopes 'A Flying Jatt' opens market for superhero films
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ctor Tiger Shroff, who will soon be seen in 'A Flying Jatt', hopes that the superhero film inspires more Indian filmmakers to make such movies. "I am damn excited about 'A Flying Jatt'. For me, while doing this film, Hrithik Roshan's film 'Krrish' was a huge inspiration. I think and I am hoping that 'A Flying Jatt' will inspire more filmmakers to make superhero films in Bollywood. I am hoping things will change and the market for superhero films in showbiz will
also open up," Tiger told IANS. Directed by Remo D'Souza, the film also features Nathan Jones and Jacqueline Fernandez. Tiger is currently enjoying the success of his latest film 'Baaghi', and says that his father Jackie Shroff is proud of his work. He said: "My dad is so happy. He is ritish boyband One a proud parent because the kind of appreDirection are the ciation we have got for this film, has been latest celebrities to overwhelming." get the animation treatSource: IANS ment on "Family Guy".
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Taylor Swift's security guards detain 'disoriented' intruder
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inger Taylor Swift's security guards detained a "disoriented" intruder who tried to get inside her residence here. The man walked around the porch of the building, looking suspicious. Knowing the situation, the singer's security team took quick action by detaining the man and calling 911. When police and fire fighters arrived, the man was handcuffed and taken away, reports tmz.com. In a video obtained by the site, the man appeared to carry a duffel bag, which the police searched. They did it to check whether he
brought weapons or anything that could harm the 26-year-old singer. Law enforcement sources described him as "emotionally disturbed", so he was taken to a hospital for evaluation. Police said they took him for psychiatric treatment and he was not arrested and suspected of any crime. This is not the first time that Swift has dealt with an unwanted visitor. Back in February, a man with a guitar was detained outside her Beverly Hills home. He insisted on singing her a song and refused to leave until her bodyguards called the police. Source: IANS
The first image of their "Family Guy" appearance, features them going camping with Stewie - the youngest member of the
Griffin family, reported Digital Spy. The news of the band's "Family Guy" guest spot earlier this year, as Liam
Payne and Louis Tomlinson recorded dialogue for a scene. The appearance marks a reunion for the boyband since going on a
Rihanna launches college scholarship programme
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he 'Work' hitmaker is offering scholarships for students on a need basis through her Clara Lionel Foundation, reported USA Today. "To be able to give the gift of an education is actually an honour. Higher education will help provide perspective, opportunities, and learning to a group of kids who really deserve it. I am thrilled to be able to do this," Rihanna said. Students have a chance of receiving USD 5,000 to USD 50,000 of financial support towards their studying for a four-year course in a college based in the United States. Applicants for the bursary must be a resident of either the United States, Barbados, Cuba, Brazil, Jamaica, Guyana or Haiti and the fate of the top 50 will be decided by a committee, who are looking for "academic performance, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience and a personal essay". A post on the charity's official website read: "The Clara Lionel Foundation Global
Scholarship Program awards full scholarships to highly motivated youth in Barbados, Brazil, Cuba, Haiti, Guyana, Jamaica and the United States." "Designed to assist students who are aspiring to reach their fullest potential, the program will provide recipients with the opportunity to receive an education anywhere in the United States. The goal is to create a cyclical effect with CLF Scholars eventually being able to help others become thriving professionals, educators, and philanthropists."
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Westbrook shines as Thunder stun Spurs
Oklahama City Thunder Point Guard Russell Westbrook goes to the basket during Game 5 of the Western Conference semi-final playoff series. (Photo by Zach Beeker | OKC Thunder)
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Los angELEs, May 11 (aFP): Russell Westbrook scored 35 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder fought back to stun the San Antonio Spurs 95-91 and take a 3-2 series lead in their Western Conference semi-final playoff series. Oklahoma City had trailed by as much as 13 points at one point as the Spurs looked to seize the initiative in front of their home crowd at the AT&T Center. But a scintillating fourth-quarter fightback transformed the contest and means the Thunder can clinch a series victory back in Oklahoma City in Thursday's game six. San Antonio appeared to be headed for victory after Kawhi Leonard punished a sloppy Thunder pass to put the Spurs 88-82 ahead with just over four minutes remaining. However, Leonard's basket became the cue for an eight-point run from Oklahoma City, who edged clear of their rivals. Oklahoma City's Enes Kanter played a key role, hitting a layup and then blocking the Spurs' Tim Duncan before running the length of the court to collect from Westbrook to
hit another layup that put the Thunder up 90-88. San Antonio's Tony Parker tied the game with a jump shot to make it 90-90, but two free throws from Kevin Durant restored Oklahoma City's two-point lead at 92-90. Parker could have tied but instead missed one of two free throws to make it 92-91. The French star then missed a jumper with just over nine seconds remaining. Westbrook gathered and converted a layup while being fouled before adding a free throw with 6.3 seconds on the clock to effectively clinch the win. Westbrook only narrowly missed out on yet another triple-double, finishing with 11 rebounds and nine assists in addition to his 35-point haul. "We got stops and Russ was a maniac tonight," Durant said afterward. "We didn't panic late in the game -- it was a good win for us." "We did a good job of making them shoot midrange shots and keeping them out of the paint," he added. "We just kept fighting." Durant was the next highest scorer for Oklahoma City, chipping in with
23 points with six rebounds and five assists. Spurs coach Gregg Popovich bemoaned his team's failure to make crucial shots when it mattered. "It's not like we got beat by 30 -- the game went down to the wire and both teams played really well," he said. "You gotta make shots down the stretch, and sometimes things have to go your way," he added. "We lost a couple of boards there at the end, just like the last game." Leonard was top scorer for San Antonio with 26 points, followed by LaMarcus Aldridge and Danny Green, who both finished with 20 points each. But it was a disappointing night for veterans Parker and Tim Duncan. Parker had nine points while Duncan finished with five after 32 minutes on court. Green meanwhile insisted the Spurs could square the series and force a decisive seventh game back in San Antonio. "I hope we respond by being a little angry and with a chip on our shoulder," he said. "We have to go into their building and force another game back here. It's not over by any means."
State Chess Challenger Cup from May 23 diMaPuR, May 11 (MExn): The Nagaland State Chess Association is conducting 15th Nagaland State Chess Challenger Cup from May 23 to 26 at the Indian Red Cross Society Conference Hall, Kohima. A press release from the association stating this informed that the entry fee for general category players is Rs. 500, while for Under-16 years category, the entry fee is Rs. 250. Besides, all members are to mandatorily pay an annual membership fee of Rs. 250, the release informed. The last date for registration is May 23 till 12 noon. Interested players may contact the following numbers: 9402697344, 9436266242, 8794853202.
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West Ham sink Manchester United in farewell thriller
LONDON, May 11 (Reuters): West Ham bade farewell to the Boleyn Ground after 112 years with a pulsating 3-2 victory over Manchester United to leave the visitors' top-four hopes in tatters on Tuesday. On an emotionallycharged night in east London, it looked as though Anthony Martial's double had ruined the Hammers' party but late headed goals from Michail Antonio and Winston Reid secured the win that almost took the roof off the old stadium. As the home team lapped up the applause and fans broke into a stirring rendition of their 'I'm forever blowing bubbles' anthem, United's players trudged off knowing their Champions League qualification hopes are no longer in their own hands. "In the last match of the season we can pass over Manchester City, they can lose and we can win -then we are fourth, you can count I think?" United boss Louis van Gaal told reporters. For United to finish fourth they have to beat Bournemouth in their final match of the season while Manchester City must lose to Swansea. Van Gaal also refused to blame an attack on the team bus by West Ham fans for his side's defeat,
Winston Reid scores the third goal for West Ham. (Reuters)
though his players looked nonplussed as they were pinned back early on in the Boleyn cauldron after a 45-minute delay to kickoff. "We know it can happen so we have to cope with that. Twenty minutes from the end, we were 2-1 ahead so I don't think that was an influence," the Dutchman said. While United's need was probably greater, West Ham were desperate to leave the Boleyn on a high after a 4-1 drubbing by
Swansea City at the weekend. They went ahead after 10 minutes when Diafra Sakho swept the ball home from Manuel Lanzini's cut back, then Andy Carroll spurned a great chance to make it 2-0 and Antonio had a goal ruled out. United sent on former West Ham midfielder Michael Carrick after the break to try to instigate a comeback. The visitors did improve and were level after
51 minutes when Marcus Rashford and Juan Mata combined to set up Martial. Dimitri Payet and Sakho went close to putting West Ham back in front but United struck on the break when Martial's shot embarrassed goalkeeper Darren Randolph at the near post. The visitors' lead lasted four minutes though as playmaker Payet's floated pass picked out Antonio, who thumped a header past United goalkeeper David de Gea.
With the atmosphere building to a crescendo, West Ham snatched victory in their 2,398th and final game at Upton Park when Reid's header beat De Gea's despairing attempt to keep the ball out. The roars would have been heard down the road at the Olympic Stadium where sixth-placed West Ham could host Europa League matches next season if they finish with another win at Stoke City on Sunday.
West Ham vows life bans for bus attack fans
London, May 11 (aFP): West Ham United on Wednesday vowed to ban for life any fans found to have taken part in an attack on the Manchester United team bus before their key Premier League game. The attacked marred West Ham's 3-2 win over the English giants in the final match at the London club's Boleyn Ground on Tuesday. The match was delayed for 45 minutes as police in riot gear cleared troublemakers who hurled bottles and cans at the bus while Manchester players cowered on the floor. "It was an extraordinary night full of extraordinary moments in front of extraordinary fans, 99 percent of whom behaved impeccably and were a credit to the club," the club said in a statement. "However, we are aware that there were some supporters outside the Boleyn Ground who didn't act in an appropriate way when the Manchester United team bus was damaged. "That was not acceptable and
The bus carrying the Manchester United team is escorted by police after having a window smashed on its way to West Ham's Boleyn Ground before the English Premier League match in east London, on May 10. (AFP Photo)
we will work with the police to identify those responsible and ban them for life." London police said four officers were injured during the trouble, but no arrests have yet been made. Three men were arrested during the game, including a 20-year-old
on suspicion of affray and two men aged 47 and 18 for rushing onto the pitch. Police are scouring closed circuit television images of the troubles and have appealed for witnesses. West Ham co-chairman David
Sullivan had initially blamed United for the delay to kick-off, saying they should have arrived earlier at the ground. But vice-chairman Karren Brady later condemned the bus attack. "I, the board and everyone at West Ham United totally condemn the unacceptable behaviour we saw outside the ground last night," Brady wrote on Twitter. "West Ham is a family Club and the vast majority of fans attended Tuesday's Final Game to respectfully say Farewell Boleyn. "Those who chose to behave unacceptably will be dealt with in the strongest way possible, with life bans for those guilty of violence. "The events in the stadium last night were incredible and it would be a shame if the actions of a mindless few outside overshadowed them. "Their behaviour was unacceptable and won't be stood for. But my overriding memory will not be of them but of a fitting farewell to the Boleyn."
Federer tests back injury with Rome win over Zverev RoME, May 11 (aFP): Roger Federer made a winning return to the clay after last week's back pain, with the Swiss icon beating German teenager Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-5 in the second round of the Rome Masters on Wednesday. The match, lasting 89 minutes, was the first for the 34-year-old Swiss since losing a Monte Carlo quarter-final to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga nearly a month ago. The 17-time Grand Slam winner was due to play last week in Madrid but withdrew with back pain. He came to Rome early to train, drawing 6,000 fans to a weekend practice session. He has laid low in recent days, declining pre-match media responsibilities as he waited to let his racquet speak for him and his current clay form. Federer is playing at the Foro Italico for the 16th time as he seeks his first title here. The Swiss has finished runner-up four times, most recently last year against Novak Djokovic. Rome marks only the fourth tournament of the season for Federer, who underwent knee surgery in early February, the first operation of his career. Victory over Zverev sent Federer's record in 2016 to 11-3. He next plays promising young Austrian 13th seed Dominic Thiem, who defeated Portugal's Joao Sousa 6-3, 6-2. Zverev, aged 19 and ranked 44th, could not have asked for a more challenging Rome debut as he faced off against his tennis idol. His loss left him 0-8 against top 10 opponents. Federer broke for 4-2 on his way to collecting the opening set in 28 minutes. The Swiss then earned a break in the third game of the second set but then lost serve for 2-all. The veteran broke back on his fourth opportunity in the 11th game for a 6-5 lead and finished off the welcome win a game later, a drop shot setting up two match points with Zverev driving wide on the first. In women's second-round play, Spanish third seed Garbine Muguruza crushed Russian Ekaterina Makarova 6-1, 6-0 while Madrid quarter-finalist Irina-Camelia Begu of Romania upset injured fourth seed Victoria Azarenka 6-3, 6-2. Czech Barbora Strycova beat Britain's Heather Watson 6-4, 6-2, while Muguruza called her winning effort "a great match". Published, Printed and Edited by Dr. Aküm Longchari from House No. 4, Duncan Bosti, Dimapur at Themba Printers and Morung Publications , Padum Pukhuri Village, Dimapur, Nagaland. RNI No : NAGENG /2005/15430. House No.4, Duncan Bosti, Dimapur 797112, Nagaland. Phone: Dimapur -(03862) 248854, Fax: (03862) 235194, Kohima - (0370) 2291952
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