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DIMAPUR • Vol. XI • Issue 135 • 12 PAGes • 5

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A chain is no stronger than its weakest link, and life is after all a chain

Diesel hiked Rs.1.26 a litre, petrol by 83 paise

Storm affects Chiechama, Phezha & Sechü Zubza areas

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Westbrook stars as Thunder stun Warriors

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reflections

By Sandemo Ngullie

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intangki national Park: Haven for illegal logging Morung Express News

HISTORY OF INTANGKI NATIONAL PARK

Intangki | May 17

One of the last refuges of forest wildlife in Nagalandthe Intangki National Park in Peren district is fast diminishing under the axe of illegal logging.

A trek inside the Intangki National Park brings a sense of the helpless despondency They’re losing their ability it is facing - hardly any huge to walk. he he !! trees in sight; felled trees strewn around and no, the chance of crossing paths OKING HOSPITAL, with a wild animal is highly unlikely.

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Illegal logging inside the Park goes back to the 1960s. Several including politicians, educationists and businessmen are said to have accumulated their wealth through illegal logCITIZEN UMBRELLA ging inside the Intangki.

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Trucks waiting to upload timber , illegally, at Intangki National Park

inside the Park.

The Intangki National Park is surrounded by over 13 villages namely Phajang, Lilen, L.Lilen, Phaijol, Vongkithem, New Chamcha, Pelhang B. Pelhang, Bongkolong, Phaikholum, New Soget, Beisumpuilo, Khelma, Beisumpuikam.

After witnessing the destruction done to the forest, Beisumpuikam Village Council Chairman narrates, how, in an effort to protect the Park, the villagers shifted to its current

location, which is located right next to the Park.

However, they (concerned village) remain helpless- having to reckon with ‘powerful’ forces like those from Naga underground group (s) and high profile contractors and politicians who mint money by ruthlessly bring down the trees.

Villagers say there are more than five entry and exit points used by illegal loggers. All vehicles exit through Ahthibung village.

Earlier, loggers would take

their vehicles directly to Lilen village but after the road was blocked, the timbers are transported till the village and then dragged with ropes detouring the village.

The Zeliangrong Baudi claims that almost 60 per cent of the Intangki forest is gone due to illegal logging and hunting. This is despite the fact that under the Nagaland Forest Act 1968, cutting and felling of trees, fishing, hunting and shooting in a reserved forest are all punishable with fines

ince the inception of making the forest a national property, which dates back to the early 1920s, Intangki, once known as a virgin forest, has been a victim to illegal logging, hunting, poaching and encroachment.

In 1920, during the British Colonial period, the then Deputy Commissioner of Naga Hills, J H Hutton gave the idea for the creation of a reserved forest at the Intangki –Dhansiri valley. According to documents in possession of the Forest Department, Beisumpui village agreed to donate their land, and in return received receipts for the entitlement of muzzle loading gun, two blankets, two bags of rice and Rs.10, from the Commissioner’s office.

A survey team was sent on February 7, 1921, which took three months to complete. On May 7, 1923, the Govand imprisonments.

Department of Forests, Ecology, Environment and Wildlife, Nagaland has deployed 70 forest guards, 16 foresters and 2 Forest Rangers at the Intangki National Park, which apparently is not enough.

THE UNDERGROUND FACTOR

Timber extraction by Naga underground group (s) is one of the major threats leading to the disappearance of the Park’s

ernor in council declared the formation of Intangki Reserved Forest covering an area of 44, 800 acres. Another 5,120 acres of forestland was added to Intangki which came into effect on August 15, 1927.

There is also a report about how after a few decades, a group from Beisumpui village went to Kohima to claim the payment only to be told that the receipts were no longer valid since India had attained independence from the British.

On April 22, 1975, the Government of Nagaland declared the Intangki Reserved Forest covering an area of 20,202 hectares as Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary.

Further, on March 3, 1993, the Government of Nagaland changed the Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary to Intangki National Park. The Park was declared as an Elephant Reserve on February 2, 2005.

natural habitat, villagers residing nearby Intangki have alleged.

“Not only are the UGs involved in the illegal logging business but they also fell trees for domestic use in their camps,” a villager from Beisumpuikam village revealed. On the pretext of cutting dry wood for domestic use, they fell fresh trees too.

In a day, we see them making three to four trips to the forest and these trips are made more than twice a week,” the villager alleged.

The villager explains how they are powerless to stop such illegal activities of the national workers. “They are the ones violating the law. They will warn us not to fell trees or fish in the river but they are the ones who goes first to break the rules.”

“They know what they are doing is illegal. They say they are national workers. They need to realize how to protect the national property and safeguard it,” a member of Zeliangrong Baudi (N) maintained.

NPF president orders Neiphiu Rio’s suspension AAP state body launched in Nagaland

KohimA, mAy 17 (mExN): Naga People’s Front (NPF) President, Dr. Shurhozelie Liezietsu has ordered the suspension of Nagaland State Lok Sabha MP Neiphiu Rio from the primary and active membership of the party with immediate effect and until further orders.

The ‘Suspension Order’ to this effect was passed by the NPF President today. Following this, Rio ceases to be a primary and active member of the political party. However, he shall continue “to be bound by the whip of the Naga People’s Front on the floor of Lok Sabha as per judicial decisions of the Apex Court.”

The order has been forwarded to the Speaker, Lok Sabha, the Chairman, Rajya Sabha, the leaders of legislature parties in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha with whom the NPF has alliance, the Speaker, Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA) and the leaders of legislature parties in the NLA with whom NPF has alliance.

standing and unity of the NPF, and in the true spirit of reconciliation and oneness of the NPF party.”

Having “considered” the replies and “proper application of mind to the matter,” the DAC, however, recommended the President of NPF for Rio’s suspension from the party.

Why

Neiphiu Rio

Rio, on April 4 and April 13 this year, seeking his explanation on “why suitable action under the NPF Constitution should not be initiated against him for his antiparty activities.”

Rio had responded to the notices on April 14 and April 27 respectively. In the latter, he had reHow The NPF’s Disciplinary Action quested the DAC to withdraw the Committee (DAC) had sent two show-cause notices issued to him show-cause notices to Neiphiu in the “greater interest of under-

Following the recommendation, the NPF President concluded that the Lok Sabha MP, “ever since his demission of office of the Chief Minister of Nagaland, had been indulging in activities squarely contrary to the aims and objectives of the NPF” and that he had “indulged in anti-party activities in order to dislodge the party’s Government” so that he could “regain the position of the Chief Minister.”

The ‘Suspension Order’ also noted that the MP’s “anti-party activities” were “singularly aimed at dividing the Party so that, at the cost of the party, he could reposition himself in power in the Party and the Government, as would be evident from his faction filing a pe-

tition before the Election Commission of India for claiming control of the Party, which ultimately failed when the Election Commission of India, by its order dated 27.3.2015, directed the NPF factions to arrive at – reconciliation.”

However, despite declaration of reconciliation at the NPF General Convention, the MP “continued with his anti-party activities thereby disrupting unity and the peaceful atmosphere within the party,” the Party President concluded, noting that retaining Rio would be “inimical to the interests of the Party and the Government.”

This remained “inevitable” for the Party in order to “keep utmost peace both in the Party and the Government so that the noble aims and objectives of the Party are carried out amongst the Naga masses in a seamless fashion,” maintained the Order.

In his response of April 27, Rio had denied the “false allegation of anti-party activism and harbouring of dissident movement,” terming them to be “completely untrue.”

5 arrested in fake certificate racketeering case Morung Express News Dimapur | May 17

Five persons were arrested in a fake certificate racketeering case in Dimapur. Among the arrested included a 20 year-old woman, who attempted to get admission to a school in Dimapur using forged educational documents.

The case came to light on May 13 when East Police Station received an FIR about the receipt of a doubtful class 10 pass certificate by a school in Dimapur. The FIR was lodged by the principal of the school (name withheld).

According to the police, the school received an application from a student seeking admission to class 11 for the academic session 2016-17. Along with the application, a class 10 pass certificate purportedly issued by the NBSE and Transfer and Character certificates bearing the school principal’s signature and seal were also submitted by the applicant. The police said that scrutiny of the documents revealed it were of doubtful origin as the applicant’s roll number as entered in the pass certificate

Accused Lichotri Sangtam (third from right) in police custody on May 17.

Yankiu, Thrilongba and the student were stated to be in judicial custody, while proceedings were in progress against Daniel following his arrest on May 17.

clashed with that of another who had passed out of the school.

The school subsequently informed the police resulting in the arrest of the woman on May 13 and four others, from whom the

woman procured the forged certificates. The four were identified as Yankiu Yimchung, Thrilongba Sangtam, Lichotri Sangtam and Daniel Aye. Yankiu and Thrilongba were

arrested on May 14 from Kohima and were followed by the arrest of Lichotri, stated to be the main accused, on May 15 in Dimapur. Daniel, who was arrested today from Midland, according to the police, was the one responsible for crafting and printing the counterfeit certificates.

As per the investigation, the student approached Yankiu to help her get a class 10 pass certificate. The latter in turn approached Thrilongba, who procured the certificate from Lichotri. The student reportedly paid Rs. 20,000 to the three.

The police further confiscated an assortment of “unauthorised seals”, a desktop set, a polymer machine and more fake documents from the residence of Lichotri at Oriental colony. Among the confiscated certificates included forged NU mark sheets and admit cards and provisional transfer certificate bearing the name of a Shillongbased college.

Without ruling out the possibility of it being part of a larger network, police said that investigation is continuing headed by investigation officer Mhasievolie Chadi.

Morung Express News Dimapur | May 17

Nagaland State Aam Aaadmi Party (AAP) parent body was launched in Dimapur on Tuesday in the presence of northeast incharge, AAP, Habung Payeng.

A total of 12 office bearers headed by Dr. S. Amos Longkumer as the Coordinator were inducted into the team. Addressing media persons, Payeng termed the day as “historic” for the state and AAP. He expressed the hope that the state AAP with energetic young people would work to the expectations of the people by taking up issues that concern

Officer bearers of State AAP along with party incharge of NE, Habung Payeng addressing press conference in Dimapur on Tuesday. (Morung Photo)

the common people.

He called upon young people in the state to come forward in rooting out evils from the society if they wish to see changes. State AAP Spokesperson, Lemwang

Chuhwanglim said that the party does not encourage enrolling opportunists into the party but those who were committed to honestly and sincerely work for the common people.

How long to wait for all to join as one: NSCN (IM) asks DimApur, mAy 17 (mExN): How long should the NSCN (IM) wait for all Naga political groups to “join as one?”

The NSCN (IM), which is in a ceasefire as well as political negotiations with the Government of India (GoI), has raised this question today through a press release from its MIP. Acknowledging the contribution of the Forum for Naga Reconciliation (FNR) as well as persons and organisations from across the world who have “helped the Nagas to cease violence and create conducive environment to reconcile for united Nagalim,” the NSCN (IM) revealed that the political negotiations have now reached the “most crucial and concluding stage.”

Therefore, it stated, it will be “unwise” and “rather absurd” on the part of the Nagas to “prolong or wait indefinitely.”

“The World is racing even for a split of second and how can the Nagas think of nineteen (19) years of negotiation as not long enough?” asked the NSCN (IM).

It recalled that the Covenant of Naga Reconciliation was “duly signed” on July 13, 2009 by S.S. Khaplang, Singnya and Isak Chishi Swu. “We have committed to the Naga people and to God that we will achieve Naga Reconciliation on the basis of the Historical and Political rights of the Nagas,” it observed.

However, in due course of time, S.S. Khaplang “backed out” from this agreement. Kitovi Jimomi, who parted ways with Khaplang, “blaming the latter for withdrawal from the Naga Reconciliation process,” later issued a statement when the reconciliation was reaching a serious

stage that “they will not join force” with the NSCN (IM), and would rather seek “separate talks” only for the Nagas of Nagaland.

In 2014, S. Singnya and his group “confessed” at a Naga Reconciliation meeting in Kolkata that their President was Adinno Phizo, stated the NSCN (IM) press release.

Observing that in 2008, S. Singnya and his group had “declared to the Naga people that they opposed the Shillong Accord,” the NSCN (IM) noted that this group is not only identifying itself with “Shillong Accordists” but have also “misled” the Nagas in general and the signatories of the Naga Concordant in particular.

In spite of “these failures,” Isak Chishi Swu had issued a statement from his hospital bed on August 25, 2015, appealed all Nagas to “come forward and to unite by forgetting the past mistakes.”

“Today at this very important turning point of our history, the Naga people should know and understand that, the past is past, and that we must all come together in the name of Christ and also respecting and acknowledging our Historical and Political rights,” he had stated.

To carve out a “common future,” Swu had urged all Nagas to “come forward so as to march forward in a united strength to reach a lasting peace and prosperous future of the Nagas.” “With forgiveness all the Nagas should come together and in one accord of mind we should enter the Promised Land,” Swu had said. In that, the NSCN (IM) today “highly appreciated” the “large numbers” who responded to that call and stated that “still many are expected to respond.”

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Storm affects Chiechama, Blocked drainage along NH 155 in Kiphire cleared Phezha & Sechü Zubza areas Morung Express News Kiphire | May 17

Our Correspondent Kohima | May 17

Sechü Zubza villagers, as part of community service, helping to reconstruct a damaged house which was destroyed by the strong wind on May 16. Morung Photo

Strong winds damaged houses at Chiechama and Phezha (Kohima district) including damaging electrical posts/line and uprooting trees along NH-2 on May 16. (Morung Photo)

Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu and others during a visit to storm hit areas at Chiechama in Kohima district on May 17. (Morung Photo)

Dr. Neiphrezo Keditsu, chairman Nagaland State Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (NSMDC Ltd) today inspected the storm hit areas under 11th Northern Angami II Assembly Constituency.

Heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds damaged six houses in Chiechama and Phezha under Kohima district on Monday besides damaging electrical posts/power lines and uprooting trees along National Highway-2.

Property loss in the unfortunate storm is yet to be assessed at the time of filling this report. Casualty if any has not been reported.

Dr. Keditsu expressed sympathy with the affected families and told them that Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) will be taken care of necessary relief measures after assessment is done. He was accompanied by Chiephobozou Additional Deputy Commissioner Linda Solo and NSDMA officials.

District Disaster Management officer (Kohima) Thejangulie Zao said the District Disaster Management Authority (DMMA) headed by Kohima deputy commissioner will do ev-

The District Disaster Management Authority, Kiphire along with NHPWD, Town Council, PWD and the district administration cleared all the blocked drainage along NH 155 in Kiphire town area on May 17.

Speaking with this correspondence, the district administration said that they are in the process of opening all the blocked drains all along the highway as this may cause disaster if there is heavy down pour like the past few days.

“We are hopeful that if all the drains are open along the highway it will be fine,” he added.

The initiative is undertaken as the drains along the highway in town areas are blocked due to which some colonies are affected badly during Labourers clear all the blocked drainage along NH 155 in Kiphire town the heavy downpour of rain in the last few days. area on May 17. (Morung Photo)

erything to extend relief to the affected families through State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF).

Meanwhile, two houses and some electrical posts at Sechü Zubza were also damaged by the strong wind yesterday. The two houses both belong to the same owner who runs a private hostel (St Stephen Hostel), adjacent to Don Bosco School, Sechü Zubza.

The roof top of the two houses was blown away by the strong wind. The incident happened just before the school’s classes got over. One of the houses is the dormitory of the hostellers. The warden recalled that “if the incident happened when the hostellers were inside the dormitory, it would have been more danger for them as the roof top was fully blown away.”

Meanwhile, Sechü Zubza Village Council chairman, Mhasikhotuo Zhünyü said, the villagers, as part of community service, voluntarily responded in reconstructing the damaged houses early Tuesday morning.

He cautioned the villagers to always stay alert and react positively in times of natural disaster, while he Participants with the organisers and guest during the inaugural programme of Entrefurther advised them to cut preneur and Skill Development starting from May 16 to 30 at Sumi Hoho Ki Zunheboto those trees which are root- Town. (Morung Photo) ed very near to the electriMorung Express the effort of CAN youth youth of Zunheboto to parcal posts in an around the Dimapur and Green Club ticipate and have effective Zunheboto | May 17 village area.

Zunheboto for organizing use in near future.

An Entrepreneur and Skill the programme and urged In conclusion he quotDevelopment (ESDP) pro- the young entrepreneur to ed, “The improvement of gramme organized by CAN uphold hard work culture learning is for two ends; Youth Dimapur in associa- and dignity of labour. first, our own increase of He cited the quote, “It knowledge and secondof Old Rissethsi and to Mu- tion with Green Club Zunjangri SHG Longthoner vil- heboto, from May 16 to 30 is is better to light one candle ly to enable us to deliver lage for securing first, sec- underway at Sumi Hoho Ki than to curse the darkness” that knowledge to other.” ond and third respectively. Zunheboto town. The pro- and added that according He said that this society is Amongst the best farmers, gramme is sponsored by to him Naga society is in- ruined by us, perhaps colthe award went to Kiusui of Small Industries Develop- fested by corruptions, as lective responsibilities and Yinskiur and best perform- ment Bank of India. the concern government noted unemployment will Vihuto Asumi, Gen- department fall deaf ears, become a thing of the past ing village also to Yinskiur.

Lankonsen Tsanglao eral Secretary, Sumi Hoho assurances and promis- if everybody inculcates SDO (C) who also spoke graced the inaugural as es are just lip service and work culture and dignity on the occasion said that chief guest with resource only meant for press and of labour. the department is an active person including S Pau- media.

S Pauminthang Gangand performing depart- minthang Gangte, ManagE m p h a s i z i n g o n te, Manager: Dimapur ment and “has he not been er Dimapur, Branch( SID- schemes and funds misu- Branch (SIDBI) and Jenpu an administrator he would BI) and Jenpu Rongmei, tilised by public leaders, Rongmei, Chief Functionsurely opted for Land re- Chief Functionary, CAN he also said, “for all citi- ary, CAN Youth, Dimapur sources department as Youth Dimapur. zen from grassroots to top also spoke during the prothe department has done Green Club Zunhe- should introspect and he gramme. Jenpu said this many things to improve boto, President Tavinto had strong believe.” He ex- is first training organized the livelihood of the farm- K sumi who chaired the ers.” The SDO (C) also con- programme also gave the pressed hope that this pro- apart from Dimapur and gramme would bring to im- Kohima. gratulated the department introduction and said, provement in the minds of The trainers for the for organising such programme where women “Without change there is unemployed youth, to have week long programme are SHG are encouraged and at no innovation, creativity a better understanding of from Dimapur, Vinikali the same time gives an op- or incentive for improve- dignity of labour. “Why de- Awomi and Andy Imchen, portunity for farmers in the ment. Those who initiate pend on outsider for man- who will be training 53 parproject to inculcate healthy change will have better ual labour, when we need ticipants under Zunheboopportunity to manage of a job,” he added. to district were present. competition.

Giving examples of Trainers highlighted the Ahozhe DPO, LRD wel- change that is inevitable.”

The Sumi Hoho gener- profession like haircutting basic training skills and the come the gathering while Puthuto Natso APO gave al secretary, Vihuto Asumi and hairdressing, Vihuto programmed ended with in his address appreciated Asumi called upon the prayer by Newtoli Chophy. the keynote address.

Entrepreneur and Skill Development programme underway at Zunheboto

Kiphire Land Resources organise farmer’s award Morung Express News Kiphire | May 17

Watershed Committee, farmers and SHGs from all the project villages under IWMP-III attended a farmer’s award programme organised by the Department of Land Resources, Kiphire at Hopongkyu Hall on May 17 with Puvil Kikhi, Deputy Director Land Resources as chief guest and Lankonsen Tsanglao, SDO (C) as guest of honour.

Speaking at the programme, Puvil congratulated all the awardees and encouraged not to stop from there but to march ahead for better development of society. Highlighting the activities of the department, Puvil said that earlier the programme was under the Ministry of Rural Development GOI but now it is under Prime Minister Office. He also informed that though the programme is same, name has been changed to PMKSY from IWMP.

A farmer receives award during the farmer’s award programme organised by the Department of Land Resources, Kiphire at Hopongkyu Hall on May 17. (Morung Photo)

Sharing the vision of the department, Puvil said that the aim of the department is to improve the livelihood sustainably of the villagers.

He also cautioned that time may come where all this opportunity of subsidy and technical support by the government may be done away with and called upon the villagers to take maximum advantage of the department.

Puvil also asked the villagers to play one’s own role to take care of nature in the form of conserving water by constructing water harvesting structures, prevent mud flow by constructing contour bunds so the ecosystem, ecology is not disturbed.

He also gave away certificates and cash to the Khokri SHG, of Longthonger village, Longya SHG

CCRCYA youth symposium Chetheba, May 17 (MexN): Chakhesang Christian Revival Church Youth Association (CCRCYA) would be organising Youth Symposium under the theme 'Revamping for God's Glory’ coinciding with career counseling at Mission Centre Chetheba from May 27 to 29.

Rev. Vevozo Khamo, Executive Secretary CCCRC; Evangelist Kevisilie, Board of Mission Secretary CCCRC; Evangelist Ado Kezo, NCRC Mission at Large; Zapra Chakhesang, Former NPSC Chairman; Kevekha Kevin Zehol, Joint Secretary to the Government of Nagaland, Municipal Affairs and President, Nagaland Civil Service Association; N. Neilo Koza, 1st Class Contractor are the resource persons.

According to President Veshe Chizo, the moderators were Vekhrolo Koza, Rural Development Officer Government of Nagaland; Rukuvoto Ringa, Superintendent, Juvenile Justice Social Welfare Dept Government of Nagaland; Vethivolu Nyekha, SDO PWD National Highway Govt Of Nagaland and Kuhuthilu Medeo, Youth Director K Base CRC. Career Counselors include Er. Daniel Kevie, SDO PWD Road & Bridges, Government of Nagaland; Veteu Koza, Tourist Assistant, Government of Nagaland and Neiteu Koza, Advocate. CCRCYA further directed all its affiliated Church to send a minimum of four members to participate in the symposium.

Organic produces outlet at AMK building

Our Correspondent Kohima | May 17

Good news for farmers of Kohima district. The Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC), Kohima in collaboration

with Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) in its novel venture of “Creation of daily marketing area for farmers under Kohima district ” today brought the farmers of Kohima district together here at AMK Building, near

DC Office to sell the organic produces.

The location, (Ground floor of AMK Building) will henceforth act as designated daily market area for dealing and selling organic vegetables, wild vegetables, fruits etc.

KMC administrator Kovi Meyase called upon the farmers to make the best use of this provided market area. He also called upon them to be customer friendly and sell the organic produces at reasonable rate to sustain their venture.

Kevinourheno Seyie, chairman APMC Kohima said this market will be opened daily except Sunday.

Mon DPDB deliberates on ENSF general session

MoN, May 17 (DIPR): District Planning and Development Board meeting of Mon district for the month of May was held on May 16 with ADC, Mon MA Shihab Ali (IAS) as the chairman.

After reviewing previous meeting minutes the chairman deliberated on the letter received from the Eastern Naga Student's Federation requesting for cooperation and assistance for the ENSF

general session to be held on July 26 to 29 scheduled at Mon, in receiving the guest, maintaining law and order, maintenance of road, power, water supply, constructions of Hall and a request to all the HOD's of all concern departments to come forward in extending a helping hand for the success of the upcoming session.

Deputy District Education Officer gave a report of HSLC and HSSLC results

of Mon district which indicated poor performance this year. He also pointed out the shortage of teachers in Government Institutions. Therefore the house decided to retain all the committee members selected in last year's DPDB meeting of May to check such problem facing in the educational section.

The house also approved for opening of new school in Aboi Town as Little Flower School.

Mobile Medical Unit, Community Educational Centre Society (CECS) observed World Hypertension Day at Tuli College, Tuli under Mokokchung District on May 17. The theme for the year is: “Know Your Number” basing on the theme, the team conducted awareness on Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) and discussed the causes and dangers of hypertension, and how to manage it. Altogether 46 students and staff were provided with free medical checkup and free medicines. MMU is a project funded by the Hans Foundation.

In this image taken on May 17, shows one of the TI NGO offices being closed down as a result of the NNagaDAO protest against non release of HIV AIDS funds by the State Government. (Photo Courtesy: Ketho Angami)

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Halal food sector to grow to $2.5 trillion by 2019: Report Dubai, May 17 (PTi): This rise in halal and lifestyle products creates an international industry worth $3.7 trillion.

The worldwide spending on halal food and lifestyle products is estimated to rise by 10.8% every year until 2019, creating an international industry worth $3.7 trillion, according to a report.

The ‘Global Islamic Economy Report’ states that the halal food sector alone is estimated to grow to $2.537 trillion by 2019, up from $795 billion in 2014, which is 21.2% of global food expenditure.

Witnessing the increasing demand for halal-certified food, airlines worldwide are eager to tap into this growing segment and are encouraging suppliers to develop new products and enhance their produc-

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‘Five passenger cars in India fail crash tests’ new Delhi, May 17 (ianS): A global non-profit organisation for automobile safety on Tuesday disclosed that as many as five passenger cars sold in India have failed their crash tests.

The UK-based Global NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme) awarded zero star rating for adult safety to passenger cars sold in India such as Renault Kwid, Maruti Suzuki Celerio and Mahindra Scorpio.

The Global NCAP rated the passenger vehicles after it conducted crash tests under its ‘SaferCarsforIndia’ initiative, the results of which were released at the Indian automobile safety conference held in Faridabad.

“The latest Indian crash test results in Delhi continue to disappoint with all five models rated as zero star,” Global NCAP was quoted in a statement.“The Renault Kwid, Maruti Suzuki Celerio, Maruti Suzuki Eeco, Mahindra Scorpio and Hyundai Eon all showed low levels of adult occupant protection.”

international passengers worldwide, estimated to cross 7 billion by 2030 according to International Air Transport Association (IATA), airlines in the Middle East are keen to ensure a comfortable and positive passenger experience.

Catering to the food preferences of the passengers and providing them innovative and high-quality food options is a critical factor determining the happiness of passengers.

“Air travellers, especially those who travel frequently, are growing increasingly health conscious and would want to stay healthy even as they are on the move,” said Farnaz Farzanrad, Business Development Manager, Distinguish Union General Trading, a Dubaibased import-export corporation.

National Pension System SpiceJet launches Opposing merger with SBI, unions training held at Kohima ‘anniversary sale’ offer in associate banks to strike work

KohiMa, May 17 (DiPR): One day training on ‘National Pension System (NPS)’ with the district officers from six departments was conducted at Administrative Training Institute (ATI), Nagaland Kohima on May 17.

At the outset, Course Co-ordinator, Kaholi Deputy Director, ATI welcomed all the participants from various districts of the State. She said that the main objective of the training was to equip the participants about basic knowledge on National Pension System. She said that ATI has particularly pick the topic to concentrate more on DDOs in order to avoid confusions that has been occurring between the DDos and employees after the implementation of NPS in the State Government. She believed that all the participating District Officers would be benefited through the training.

Resource person, Aochuba Senior Treasuries Officer from Kohima South presenting on the topic said that National Pension System introduced by Government of India has been adopted by Government of Nagaland for its regular employees entering into service from 1st January 2010. Under this Scheme the subscribers are contributing to the pension fund along with matching grant from the Government while in service and will not be contributing to GPF. He highlighted the entities in the NPS architecture where PFRDA is the prudential regulator for the NPS, which has been authorized by the Central Government to appoint intermediaries in the system such as Central Recordkeeping Agency (CRA), Pension Funds (PFs), Points of Presence, Trustee Bank, NPS Trust, Custodian etc. for operationalizing the NPS. He also highlighted on the NPS structure in Nagaland State, process of forms submission and uploading of contribution, when can a subscriber withdraw the Amount, Annuity. He further emphasized on the role of Directorate of Treasuries & Accounts, Treasury, Head of Department and Drawing and Disbursing Officer in the NPS. He also presented the status of NPS in Nagaland as on 7th May 2016 where total number subscribers registered and PRAN (Permanent Retirement Account Number) received was 13323 and number of 964 S1 form from DDOs was received while 996 number of DDOs was registered under NSDL for NPS and 7145 number of subscriber’s contribution were uploaded. He further stressed on the implications caused by delay in registering subscribers and upload of funds and suggested to dispose any files in regard to NPS as early as possible.

A total number of thirty officers from various districts attended the first phase training on National Pension Sscheme.

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new Delhi, May 17 (ianS): Budget passenger carrier SpiceJet on Tuesday launched a new sale offer to commemorate 11 years of its operations. According to the low cost carrier (LCC), “The Anniversary Sale” offer provides passengers with one-way base fares starting at Rs.511 for domestic sector routes and Rs.2,111 for international sectors, excluding statutory taxes and fees.

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“We celebrate 11 years of pursuing our grand vision of fulfilling every Indian’s dream of flying and the journey so far has been incredible,” Shilpa Bhatia, senior vice president, commercial, SpiceJet was quoted in the statement as saying.

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Chennai, May 17 (ianS): Opposing the decision of boards of directors of five associate banks of State Bank of India (SBI) to close down and merge with SBI, the All India Bank Employees’ Association (AIBEA) has called a strike on May 20.

In a statement here on Tuesday, AIBEA said it has called an all-India strike in the five SBI associate banks -- State Bank of Travancore (SBT), State Bank of Mysore (SBM), State Bank of Hyderabad (SBH), State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur (SBBJ), and State Bank of Patiala (SBP) -- on May 20.

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“It is shameful that when the government is talking of corporate governance and good governance, board agenda is brought without intimation on such a serious matter and decision is taken,” AIBEA added.

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Other passenger vehicles such as Mahindra Scorpio also scored zero star in the adult occupant protection category and two stars in child occupant protection. “T non-airbag Suzuki Maruti Eeco, Hyundai Eon’s standard version without airbags and the non-airbag Maruti Suzuki Celerio, all scored zero star in adult occupant protection.The Global NCAP added that the results highlight the importance of the Indian government’s decision to mandate front and side impact crash tests from October 2017.

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“The latest SaferCarsforIndia results show how important it is for cars to have a body shell that can remain stable in a crash,” David Ward, secretary general of Global NCAP, was quoted in the statement as saying.

“This is an absolutely crucial pre-requisite for occupant safety together with fitment at least of front air bags. Global NCAP strongly believes that no manufacturer anywhere in the world should be developing new models that are so clearly sub-standard.”

Ward further said that car manufacturers must ensure that their new models pass the United Nations’s minimum crash test regulations, and support use of an airbag.

According to the statement, Renault confirmed that they will implement further improvements to the Kwid and Global NCAP will

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Storm disrupts power supply in various districts Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): The heavy rain and storm on May 16 has disrupted the power supply in several places of Nagaland. Power supply to Medziphema and surrounding areas and Peren district has been affected due to the rain storm that occurred on May 16, informed a press release from Executive Engineer, Electrical Transmission Division, Dimapur. One of the double pole structures of the 33kVfeeder concerned has collapsed near ILP check gate, Chümoukedima, it said. Restoration works are in progress; hence, affected consumers have been requested to bear the inconvenience.

In a separate press release, Executive Engineer, Transmission Division, Kohima informed that the power supply to many parts of Kohima, Wokha, Tseminyu and Pughoboto has been disrupted due to the heavy storm. The Power Department could restore the power supply to most of the areas on May 17 except Wokha, Tseminyu and Pughoboto area due to the inability to restore the 132 kV Kohima-Wokha Transmission line, which got snapped near Chiephobozou, because of the difficult terrain. Assuring that the department is making all efforts to repair and restore the power supply at the earliest, the Executive Engineer has asked the public to bear with the inconvenience caused.

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‘Corruption in work order delayed NH-2 road construction’ Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): The Lotha Hoho and Rengma Hoho on Tuesday highlighted how corruption and politicization of work orders was “turning the roads of Nagaland into riverbeds” while taking into instance the “fiasco” which delayed the road widening, and maintenance of NH-2 Wokha and Tseminyu sectors.

The two Hohos, in a press statement, revealed this through the telling clarification given by the aggrieved tenderer/agency M/S DRV-VASCON (JV), who blamed the National Highways Authority, Nagaland (NHAN) for the long delay in the road widening and maintenance of NH-2.

Representative of M/S DRVVASCON (JV), on May 11 revealed to the two Hoho leaders during a meeting at the office of the Engineer-in- Chief that the contract work was given to one M/S Meenakshi Infrastructure Pvt Ltd, reportedly representing the son of a political stalwart despite the agency not even quoting its rate of tender.

NPF 4th Ghaspani – I meeting held Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): Introduction and felicitation programme of NPF office bearers of 4th Ghaspani – I assembly constituency was held on May 14 in its office premises at 5th Mile, Dimapur near Green Park. Addressing the gathering, Kiviho Zhimomi, President, NPF 4th Ghaspani – I, vouched for unity of all NPF workers in the constituency and urged the party workers to work in adherence to party constitution for the uplift

of society, a press release informed.

Vice President Phushito Aye stated that all party workers should know the responsibility shouldered upon him/her and to work accordingly.

Spokesman and Advisor Vikiye Achumi and Youth President Inato Achumi also spoke on the occasion.

The meeting was attended by all office bearers including youth and women wing and representatives of all units of the constituency.

Meeting on NERP held Dimapur, may 17 (Dipr): In connection with the ongoing National Electoral Roll Purification (NERP) exercise, Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer, Dimapur held a meeting with administrative officers, representatives of recognized political parties, GBs, and colony/ward council chairmen in Dimapur at DC conference hall on May 16.

Deputy Commissioner, Kesonyu Yhome briefed about the duties and functions of BLOs and asked to report to him if there are any BLOs not performing their

duties properly. Stating that revision of electoral roll is a continuous process, he said addition to electoral roll can be done any time when a person attains the eligible age through proper channel. The DC further sought support and suggestions for clean electoral roll from the gathering. He also advised the ward chairmen to use the authority given to them with responsibility and suggested to mention the purpose while issuing any certificate.

Inclusion of genuine voters, multiple entries, correction of voter ID's were the main issues discussed during the meeting.

• 15-day ultimatum to NHAN ends • Lotha Hoho & Rengma Hoho caution it will take own course of action The agency in questionM/S Meenakshi was defective, and hence ought to have been qualified but was awarded work order due to alleged “politicizing of the tendering and work order allotment,” it said.

The decision was challenged

by M/S DRV-VASCON (JV) in Delhi High Court, who on April 8, 2011 ruled to award work to VASCON. The NHAN was also “fined Rs 15,000 for its procedural lapses in tendering and backdoor award of the contract work.”

Even then, the NHAN refused to comply with the Court’s order and instead, along with M/S Meenakshi Infrastructure Pvt Ltd took a Special Leave petition (SLP) and filed the same in the Supreme Court on August 23, 2013, which was however, dismissed. On August 25, 2013, in compliance of the Court’s order, M/S DRV-VASCON (JV) wrote to NHAN for allotment

of the work to it at par with the existing status.

However, the Minister allegedly asked “favour” from the contractor and no action was taken by NHAN, for which reasons, the matter is pending for the last nearly three years, the VASCON representative told the Hohos.

Now with the DPR de-sanctioned by the MoRTH, and a fresh DPR submitted and being pursued for sanction, M/S DRVVASCON (JV) is learnt to have informed that it would continue to fight for its rights to the end.

While expressing dismay over the “fiasco” leading to delay in the road construction, the Hohos felt that M/S VASCON had the right to claim the allotment of the work in 2013.

However, it also maintained that M/S VASCON ought to have filed either contempt of court or made claims for damages within a reasonable peri-

od. Instead, it had kept silent for nearly three years.

The Hohos also expressed dismay over the non-action of the NHAN despite a 15-day ultimatum served to begin work in the NH-2 Wokha and Tseminyu sectors, which ended on Tuesday.

It also questioned why NHAN also abandoned work on the NH-2 stretch beyond 72kms, up to VK Station since the Court ligation is only for the stretch from 40kms to 72kms.

The Hohos said it would go ahead with their own course of action, while cautioning that for any eventuality, the NHAN will be responsible.

It further appealed to NGOs, the likes of ACAUT, NPRAAF, CCN and others to take up the issue, not just for the said road sectors alone; but also for setting things right in Naga society and government establishments.

May 12 attempted rape: Organisations demand stringent punishment for accused Kohima, may 17 (mexn): Zeliangrong Baudi Kohima (ZBK) has demanded befitting punishment for the accused of the May 12 attempted rape in Kohima. It demanded the accused to be booked and charged for kidnapping, molestation, attempt to rape and murder.

In a memorandum to the Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, ZBK demanded that the accused Neitsu Angami should not be released on bail under any circumstances and the vehicle used in the crime, which has been seized by the police, should not be released too. The Baudi also asked to grand adequate compensation to the victim.

According to the memo, on May 12 around 12:30 pm, the 22-year-old victim had hired a private taxi bearing registration number NL01H/9943 from High School Junction, Kohima to go to NEILIT, Mereima to collect a form. After getting the form, the driver of the taxi (the accused) on the pretext of avoiding the traffic and taking a shortcut, took different route towards the jungle below IG Stadium,

NMA, NAYO denounce incident Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): The Naga Mothers’ Association (NMA) and Northern Angami Youth Organisation (NAYO), in separate press statements on Tuesday strongly denounced the alleged attempt of rape and murder of a 22-year-old Naga girl by one Neitsü Angami on May 12, 2016 near IG Stadium.

Viewing the crime seriously, the NMA demanded stringent action by according non-bailable warrant against the accused so that law-enforcing agency may award him befitting punishment as per law. It also implored upon the investigating agencies for impartial investigation so that the accused will be punished to the maximum.

NAYO, while expressing disgust over the May 12 incident, said the organisation has full faith in the judiciary that it will award deserving punishment to the accused, “which in itself may never compenit alleged. He stopped the vehicle in a secluded area and started misbehaving with the victim inside the vehicle. She tried to get out of the vehicle, but he pulled her inside the vehicle, the memo said. When the victim screamed for help, the letter stated, the accused “covered her mouth with his hands and strangled her

sate the scars upon the victim, but ensure that criminals pay for their crimes.”

It also asserted that despite various logistic drawbacks, it would do all within its capability to ensure the “safety of all communities and people residing in Northern Angami land, be it in the rural or urban areas.”

Meanwhile, the NMA expressed shock over the report of one Mulevolü Vero who tortured her stepson of 3 ½ years and strongly condemned such act of extreme violence meted out by a mother.

While acknowledging the timely action taken by the Phek Village Mothers' Association (PVMA), the mothers’ association felt that every mother should ensure that “homes” are safe for the children and not otherwise. It also demanded that necessary punishment be awarded to the accused as per law so that such incidents do not occur again.

neck and attempted to rape her and threatened to kill her if she does not comply with his demand.”

In her struggle to free from the accused, the victim sustained multiple severe bruises and injuries on her neck, back of her body, hands and legs, it was stated. The Baudi further recounted that the victim

finally managed to unlock the door of the vehicle and ran to the nearest houses and got help.

The victim has lodged an FIR registered as Kohima (N) PS C/No. 0037/16, U/S 354 A(1)(i)(ii)IPC. The memo was appended by Kairinpibo, President, Zeliangrong Baudi Kohima.

Western Angami Public Organisation elects new team Workshop held for students Kohima, may 17 (mexn): The Western Angami Public Organisation (WAPO) has elected a new team of office bearers for the tenure 2016-19 led by Lhouphrevilie Rino as President and Neikuo Sechü as Vice President.

The other team members include: Keviphotsü Khwükha - General Secretary, Mhieneikecha Chüsi - Treasurer, Vilesanuo Zenyü-u - Literary Secretary, Kezhalezo Khawakhrie - Cultural Secretary, Khrietuo Mor - Environment Secretary, Medozhatuo Nakhro - Human Development Secretary, and Vits-

alhou Kesiezie - Property Secretary.

The new team was formally inducted on May 14 during the WAPO general meeting held at WAPO Hall, Sechü Zubza. The new team was selected by a nomination committee comprising Satuo Sechü (Convenor), Kuosevo Casavi, Petuo Punyü and Sakho-u Nisa.

Taking over as President, Lhouphrevilie sought continued cooperation from all the respective units and individuals. On behalf of the new team, he assured to work whole heartedly for the welfare of the Western

Angami people and the Naga society in general. He also lauded the efforts of the pioneers, former leaders as well as the outgoing team for rendering their best service for the uplift of the society and bringing WAPO to where it is today.

Former president of Angami Public Organisation and WAPO, Mhiesizokho Zinyü, who exhorted the gathering on the day, called upon the need for a renewed effort and vision from every individual concerned.

While congratulating the new team, he also advised them to take the lead in bringing change in

the society. To this, he also urged upon the gathering to give their cooperation to the new WAPO team, while urging everyone concerned to contribute and own a share in nation building.

On the challenges that lay ahead, Zinyü advised the gathering to take decisions wisely so as to make the best use of the opportunity that comes their way.

Outgoing WAPO General Secretary Neivikuolie Khatsü, WAPO Treasurer Pfüsozielhou Nagi and Kenneth Punyü, Member, Finance Committee, also presented their reports.

to create interest in journalism

Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): Two-day journalism workshop titled ‘Journalism for Social Action’ was conducted at Salesian College of Higher Education, Dimapur.

Rev. Fr. Jonas Kerketta, a research scholar of Assam Don Bosco University, imparted to the participants innovative ideas on journalism.

The purpose of the workshop, attended by 48 students, was to create interest in journalism among the students, according to a press release received here.

Fr. Jonas, while addressing the students said, “Today we need more and more courageous men and women to take up the challenge of creating awareness and inseminating truth in the society.” Referring to the Bible, he said, “For Zion sake I will not keep silent” (Is 62:1). He further stressed on the need for speaking up for the society.

The participants were divided into 6 groups for practical work. They were to bring out a newsletter consisting of varied articles.

UBCA-NEI church leaders’ Pathfinders, Initiatives of Change hold workshop may 17 about the legal services public service. “If we lis- Menezes, a software enfellowship conducted Kohima, (mexn): Pathfinders in NSLSA provides. “Be- ten to the still small voice gineer from Kuwait; and

Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): The United Baptist Churches Association North East India (UBCANEI) held a church leaders’ fellowship on May 14 at United Baptist Church Walford colony with Executive Secretary Rev. L Hevuto Awomi as speaker.

Speaking on the topic "Model leadership", Rev. Hevuto exhorted the leaders to be responsible person, stand in truth and justice with a good model character.

UBC Walford led the fellowship with praise and worship. Elizabeth Cing, women leader, UBC Midland chaired the programme, Loveson, pastor, UBC Tha-

hekhu said the invocation prayer, Wolumi, pastor, UBC Kushiabill said offertory prayer, and Meren Ao, pastor, UBC Gautam Basti exhorted the gathering.

Meanwhile, a new team of pastoral fellowship for 2016-2018 was also formed with following members: Pastor Khriele as chairman; Pastor Enny Thungjamo as vice chairman; Pastor Loveson as secretary; Women Pastor Angukali Aye as assistant secretary; Youth Pastor Tizuk as finance secretary; Pastor Samuel as treasurer; Pastors Nungsung, Meren Ao and Vihoni as members; and Pastor Meren Ao as advisor.

collaboration with Initiatives of Change conducted a one day workshop on ‘Effective Services: Tools and Techniques’ in Kohima for the Nagaland State Legal Services Authority (NSLSA) on May 16.

Chief Judicial Magistrate, Mezivolu T. Therieh, State Resource Centre for Women, Kohima District Legal Services Authority, Nagaland Information Commission, State Intelligence Bureau, Kohima Law College, Kohima Municipal Council and staff of NSLSA were present at the workshop.

Nino Iralu, Member Secretary, NSLSA, shared

sides just creating awareness, NSLSA also looks at the human aspect,” she said. The Authority visits jails to see the condition of the prisoners and also monitors the children in the observation and special homes. Along with the Government department, it also sees the needs of the children, and the women in distress or the destitute women, she stated.

A press release received here said that the Initiatives of Change (IofC) team spoke about the need for personal change first to become more effective in one’s

and obey the thought, it will lead each person to do something extraordinary,” they highlighted.

The team informed that IofC is a movement which began 108 years ago; it now has a presence in over 60 countries.

The IofC team comprised of Suresh Khatri from the Fiji Islands, a full time volunteer with the movement for the past 50 years; Gaurav Sah, a commerce graduate from Nainital; Wangyal, also a commerce graduate from Tibet; Anup Pawar, former marketing and sales manager from Pune; Stephania

Vitono Haralu, Director of Pathfinders, a Nagaland based NGO. Suresh Khatri stressed that what is needed now is a 17th tribe that Nagaland starts for the whole world to join. “A tribe of the totally truthful, totally trustworthy, and totally tolerant.

People whose lives will be fully transparent, preferably teetotallers, and the most kind-hearted.”

The 28 participants also shared their own concerns for the legal system and Nagaland and what they feel needs to be changed in themselves, the release added.

MEx FILE RSU appeal for immediate restoration of power supply Tseminyu, may 17 (mexn): The Rengma Students’ Union (RSU) has asked the power department for immediate restoration of power supply in Kandinu area without further delay. RSU President RN David Magh and General Secretary Kegwalo Kemp in a press release questioned how the department could turn a deaf ear and remain silent spectator when appeals were made. They also asked why there was no power supply in 10 villages under Tseminyu sub-division and Pughoboto sub-division for nearly two months starting March 24. RSU supporting the Kandinu Youth Organization’s five days deadline to the power department said it expects the department to address the matter without fail.

DEOs, SDEOs informed Kohima, may 17 (mexn): Directorate of School Education has informed all DEOs, SDEOs and officers that the Tentative Seniority List of officers under Elementary & Secondary Education based on date of Officiating Promotion have been prepared. A press release from Additional Director, Wonthungo Tsopoe, has directed all DEOs and SDEOs concerned to collect copies of the Seniority List from the Directorate and initiate for any claims and objections from individuals concerned within 30 days.

NLA Speaker calls meeting Kohima, may 17 (mexn): NLA Speaker, who is also the Chairman of the House Committee, has convened a meeting of the House Committee on May 20, 12:30 pm in the Committee Room of the Assembly Secretariat for revision of the Nagaland salaries, allowances and other facilities etc of the members and pension for ex-members. Therefore, all Committee Members concerned have been requested to attend the meeting.

Committee on Petition meeting Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): CM Chang, MLA and Chairman, Committee on Petition have fixed the introductory meeting of the Committee on Petition on May 20, 11:00 am in the Committee Room of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly Secretariat. Therefore, all members of the Committee on Petition (2016-17) have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

AR apprehend NSCN (IM) cadre Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): Troops of 32 Assam Rifles apprehended a cadre of NSCN (IM) with illegal arms and ammunition at Borlengrijan village on May 10. A press release from Assam Rifles informed that the arrested person identified as Benthungo Lotha was in possession of an illegal 7.65mm Pistol and 05 live rounds. The individual stated he was appointed as Assistant Section Officer in NSCN (IM), the release added.

The accused along with the recovered arms and ammunition was later handed over to Khatkhati Police Station for further investigation.

ANTA Kohima meeting Kohima, may 17 (mexn): All Nagaland Taxi Association (ANTA), HQ Kohima has informed all taxi owners and drivers that it will conduct a general meeting on May 20, 1:00 pm in the D. Block Panchayat Hall, D. Block, Kohima. A press release from ANTA HQ Kohima President, Vibasetuo Solo has requested all taxi owners and drivers to attend the meeting positively.

DFO Phek informs Eco-Clubs pheK, may 17 (Dipr): Divisional Forest Officer of Phek, Rongsenmenla Imchen (IFS) has informed all the Eco-Club Teacher In-charges under Phek district to collect seed money for the year 2016-17 by May 31.

The seed money must be collected from the respective Ranger & Beat Officer of the area. It is mandatory to bring report for the year 2015-16 with photographs of the activities undertaken along with the official school Teacher In-charge seal for availing the seed money for the current year.

Mao Hoho Dimapur informs Dimapur, may 17 (mexn): All the Ememei residing within the jurisdiction of Mao Hoho Dimapur have been informed that there will be a general body meeting-cum-community hall dedication of the Hoho at Mao Community Hall, Ashiihe Mao Colony, Kuda-B (Nagarjan), Dimapur on May 21, 2:00 pm. All concerned have been requested to attend the same positively.

WASA condoles Kohima, may17 (mexn): The Western Angami Sports Association (WASA) has mourned the sudden demise of Rovizolie Peseyie, finance secretary, WASA on May 16. WASA President, Kobu Zhünyü and General Secretary, Zhasau Sirie in a condolence message stated that Rovizolie was inducted to the WASA executive team just this year in January. Late Rovizolie was a prominent Naga wrestler during his youth days. He was the champion of WASA wrestling meet in 2004, while he bagged the 3rd position twice during the WASA wrestling meet 2000 and 2002. As a wrestler, he also represented WASA at higher competitions. He participated at the Angami Sports Association wrestling meet and Nagaland Wrestling Association meet number of times.

The association, while conveying condolence to the bereaved family members, prayed for the departed soul to rest in eternal peace.

YAA convenes presidential meeting Kohima, may 17 (mexn): The Yimchungrü Akherü Arihako (YAA) has convened an emergency presidential meeting on May 21, 10:00 am at DUDA Guest House, Kohima. Therefore, all the union executive, advisers and federating unit presidents have been directed to attend the meeting without fail. This was informed in a press release issued by YAA Speaker, Mosa Kvz.

WASA convenes meeting Kohima, may 17 (mexn): The Western Angami Sports Association (WASA) has convened an executive meeting on May 21, 10:30 am at Western Angami GB Hall, Sechü Zubza. Informing this in a release, WASA general secretary, Zhasau Sirie has requested all members concerned to attend the meeting without fail.

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

The Power of Truth

The Morung Express volume Xi issue 135

By Dr. Asangba Tzüdir

What Ails Our Govt. Schools

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ope dissipates from a society that is depressingly filled with problems and negativities of all sorts.

Within such realities, it often leads one to a summary conclusion not to expect or hope that tomorrow will be better than today. This has happened to our society because we are just too quick to point out the fault and failures of others rather than realizing one’s own duty and responsibility.

A depressingly problematic sector among the many is the deplorable condition of Govt. schools in our state. The problems are one too many and it is collectively deteriorating the overall pedagogical health of the government run schools in Nagaland. The performance of the govt. schools as seen through the recently declared NBSE result elucidates such resultant ailment.

Throughout the year, the government and the department concerned have been pinpointed for the lack of proper infrastructure, delay or non-payment of teacher’s salary. The absence of proper infrastructure has acted as a logjam and has only instigated further impediments. One may find it surprising that some govt. school exists only in paper as the school buildings are either partially or fully in dilapidated conditions which is one demotivating factor for any teacher to teach with full enthusiasm. These ‘lack’ has been the highlight when it comes to problems related to the existing status of govt. Schools in the state.

The presence of proper infrastructure is integral to delivering quality education so also to function like a proper school.

Yet, on the other hand, a school cannot be strictly considered as a school without a ‘proper’ teacher. The presence of adequate infrastructure will no doubt enhance quality and performance but to generate desired results rests in the hands of the teachers. There are pressing concerns regarding the culture of keeping proxy teachers, teacher absenteeism and irregularities. These are demotivating factors for the other dedicated teachers besides the adverse effects it has on the school. Comparatively, the Govt. Schools teachers are paid well than the private school teachers and enjoy more ‘non-working days’ besides much lesser working hours. As a teacher, a distinction needs to be drawn between ones moral foundation and selfinterest. That, teaching profession and being a teacher should not be taken as an end of earning a livelihood but should take it up with a sense of responsibility knowing that the life and future of the students rests with the teacher. There may be times when, as teachers, problems and challenges needs to be confronted even if it means sacrificing one’s comfort zone.

Thus, in the profession of teaching, a ‘moral responsibility’ should precede self-interest as well as the callous attitude towards the profession. This has been found wanting in govt. schools.

The ultimate mark of a teacher rests in teaching deep from the heart, which will lead to building a strong relationship with the students and thereby creating a healthy mental wavelength in generating interest and enhance their learning capacities and broaden their vision. As such, teachers can have the most profound impact on the students. It is therefore a tragedy to have incapacitated teachers without any calling and vision entering this noble profession for the sake of one’s survival; and also the not so dedicated and those that offers ‘illegal employment’ by keeping proxy.

Govt. schools have a long way to go when it comes to result oriented quality education. The ailing govt. schools can be solved only by addressing the problems and needs of each school and one that is action oriented. Stringent measures too, needs to be adopted. For this, a collective effort is required starting from the department concerned, the teachers, parents, students and the active participation of the community at large. This calls for sincerity and owning a sense of responsibility, and a committed approach towards providing quality education to the students.

(Dr. Asangba Tzüdir is Editor with Heritage Publishing House. He writes a weekly guest editorial for the Morung Express. Comments can be mailed to asangtz@gmail.com)

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Sahana Ghosh IANS

Mitigating ozone pollution can enhance rice and wheat output

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ndia can enhance its rice yields by 2.5 percent and wheat by 3.3 percent if emissions leading to generation of ground-level ozone could be mitigated, say scientists who have developed an ozone risk estimate database.

It could aid policymakers examine suitable mitigation strategies for crop protection against ozone pollution, they say.

"We found out that the total loss of wheat and rice from top 10 producing states in India is estimated to be 2.2 million tonnes (3.3 percent) and 2.05 million tonnes (2.5 percent), respectively," Gufran Beig, senior scientist at the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune, told IANS. "So if we can control the emissions of ozone precursors (like volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides), then we would produce that much more," Beig added.

Ozone production requires sunlight and high ozone concentration coincides with the crop growing season.

It is generated in the troposphere (the lowest layers of the atmosphere associated with weather) when sunlight triggers complex reactions involving short-lived climate pollutants, volatile organic compounds (VOC), nitrogen oxides (NOx) and carbon monoxide that originate mainly through burning of fossil fuels.

Ozone pollution is known to impact human health, crops and ecosystem, and exposure to elevated levels of ground level ozone for longer duration can impact crops directly (yield or biomass). Also, ozone damage can occur to plants without any visible signs.

To shed light on the links between emissions and crop losses, the study on the ozone risk database was done by Sachin D. Ghude, C.K. Jena, D.M. Chate, and G. Beig of IITM; Rajesh Kumar of US National Center for Atmospheric Research; and SH Kulkarni of the Centre for Development of Advance Computing, Pune.

Published in the "Current Science" journal in April, it highlights that although VOC is one of the culprits, in comparison to NOx, its effects are only a "distant second." "Our model suggests there is a relatively 93 percent decrease in ozone-induced crop yield losses if the NOx emissions are mitigated," said Jena.

To create software simulations and models, the team used most suitable spatial crop distribution and production data available for India and the latest emission inventories for 2005.

"These are long-term studies; so it is relevant. Since 2005, ozone has anyway shown an increasing trend and so the impact is likely to be more pronounced," said Beig.

The study also maps crop losses in million tonnes.

Beig iterates current ozone exposure impact assessment studies evaluated the global losses of major agricultural commodities amounting to 79 million to 121 million tonnes and costing $11 billion to 18 billion, and projected economic damage of about $12 billion to 35 billion by 2030.

A recent study by the World Meteorological Organization/ United Nations Environment Programme (WMO/ UNEP) identified Asia to be vulnerable to ozone pollution.

"In India, the major problem in urban areas is due to particulate matter, but ozone pollution is a huge concern in rural pockets. The result of our analysis provides first-hand and important information to policymakers to propose or implement emission control of ozone precursors to ensure improved national food security," added Beig.

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Joe Brock and Ed Cropley Reuters

how Zuma, the smiling spy, controls south africa

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s head of intelligence for the outlawed African National Congress during apartheid, Jacob Zuma neutralised perceived traitors and sidelined opponents to shore up his position, people who worked with him say.

Decades later, as South Africa's President, he hasn't lost his touch.

Lampooned in the media, jeered in public and now facing calls from inside and outside the ANC to resign over millions of rand of improper state spending on his private home in Nkandla, the 73-year-old’s grip on power seems like it should be weaker than at any point since his election in 2009.

Yet he endures, thanks to skills honed decades ago in the exiled ANC underground, promoting little-known officials who do his bidding to powerful positions within the security and intelligence portfolios, politicians who work around Zuma say.

He has also changed the way the party votes on internal appointments, including making members photograph ballot papers to prove their allegiance.

Critics, including former cabinet ministers and top commanders of the ANC's armed wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK), say Zuma's administration also demotes opponents and intimidates dissenters. One example: Public Protector Thuli Madonsela, a constitutionally mandated anti-corruption watchdog investigating the spending on Zuma's home, became the subject of an intelligence ministry probe into allegations she was a CIA spy.

Zuma's spokesman Bongani Majola did not respond to multiple requests for comment on this article or for an interview with Zuma. ANC spokesman Zizi Kodwa also did not respond.

Intelligence Ministry spokesman Brian Dube denied that security institutions were being misused. "These allegations are not new. They have been made before and remain unsubstantiated," he told Reuters in answer to emailed questions.

One senior ANC source, who did not wish to be named for fear of retribution, said the key to Zuma's power was his lock over the party, regardless of his standing among the public.

"So-called experts have been saying Zuma is finished for years but they don't have a clue how politics here works," said the ANC official.

"People ask, how does Zuma survive?

No one asks, how does Vladimir Putin survive?"

"THE GRINDSTONE" Zuma, whose Zulu middle name, Gedleyihlekisa, means "the one who smiles as he hurts you", joined the ANC in 1959. The son of a policeman and domestic worker from what is now rural KwaZulu Natal, he had little formal education.

After 10 years on Robben Island alongside Nelson Mandela, he fled apartheid South Africa to emerge in the late 1980s in the Zambian capital, Lusaka, as deputy head of the ANC's secret police and head of the 'Green

T

he neon lights, packed streets and urban sprawl of downtown Tokyo are one take on modern Japan. But there is a quieter, less hectic side beyond the country’s seething cities. More than 70 per cent of Japan is mountainous, and two-thirds of the land is forested.

So it is little wonder that Japan’s rivers, mountains and forests play a central role in its spiritual and cultural life.

Shinto, the ancient ethnic religion of Japan, contains important elements of nature worship. Natural elements in the landscape – waterfalls, mountains and rivers – as well as earthquakes and storms are thought to embody spirits, or kami. Japanese mythology also includes tree spirits like the dryads of Greek mythology, known as kodama.

A century before poets such as Wordsworth and Coleridge sought spiritual and social regeneration through nature, Matsuo Basho, Japan’s most celebrated haiku poet, renounced urban life. Basho journeyed out of Edo (modern Tokyo) and immersed himself in the Japanese wilderness. His close observations of trees and forests in all seasons – from the aoba wakaba (green, young leaves of summer) to a crow on a bare branch in akinokure (late autumn) – provide enduring reminders of the fundamental connections between life, art and our nature.

told Reuters.

Zuma has also changed the way members are elected to the NEC'S 'Top Six', a body that ultimately chooses the party president.

Under a so-called "slate" voting system, trusted delegates to the 5,000-member ANC conference held every five years are told who they should vote for and are expected to confirm they have obeyed with a photo of their ballot, two ANC sources said.

"With 'slate' voting we no longer have proper democracy in the party. They have become voting cattle," Nyanda said. An ANC spokeswoman declined to comment on the issue.

Dissenting voices in parliament or cabinet stay silent as a result. On April 5, ANC members of parliament, who control almost two-thirds of the assembly, voted unanimously against a move to impeach Zuma following a constitutional court ruling against him over the Nkandla affair.

Asked by Reuters why he had voted as he did, a senior member of government known to be anti-Zuma merely rolled his eyes. The politician asked not to be named for fear of recriminations.

South African President Jacob Zuma looks on before delivering an address in Polokwane, South Africa, December 20, 2007. (REUTERS/File Photo)

House', its intelligence unit.

One of his main tasks was to unmask informants and traitors within the ANC and MK, wielding the resources of the ANC secret police, known as iMbokodo or "The Grindstone".

The Stuart Commission, an internal ANC inquiry into unrest in 1983 in guerrilla camps in Angola, described iMbokodo as "the most notorious and infamous department in the camps and perhaps in the whole movement".

The report, available on the ANC's website, painted a picture of the ANC security services as a state-withina-state, feeding off rumour and "not working for the security of the general membership and interests of the movement".

According to historian Stephen Ellis in his 2012 book, "External Mission: The ANC in Exile 1960-1990", Zuma's time in Lusaka shaped the rest of his life.

"For the remainder of his political career, this experience in charge of intelligence was to be Zuma's key institutional base," Ellis wrote.

Ronnie Kasrils, intelligence minister between 2004 and 2008 under Mbeki and an anti-apartheid veteran, spent years in the ANC underground and intelligence circles alongside Zuma. "The first people he appointed were in his security team," said Kasrils, who has publicly called for Zuma to resign. "It was vital that Zuma had the heads of intelligence to do his bidding. It gives you the ability to dig up dirt on politicians and keep a close eye on opponents," he said.

One such appointment was David Mahlobo, an unknown provincial hydrologist with no security experience, as intelligence minister in 2014. The ministry had traditionally been as-

signed to ANC high-fliers with impeccable "struggle credentials" such as Kasrils or Lindiwe Sisulu, the forthright daughter of ANC stalwart and close Mandela friend Walter Sisulu.

"Mahlobo was a likeable guy but a surprise appointment," Kasrils said.

"Zuma wanted someone young and green who is dependent and won't question him."

Another was Nkosinathi Nhleko, a fellow Zulu whom Zuma appointed police minister in 2014.

When Madonsela, the Public Protector, published a damning report on renovations Zuma had made with public money to his Nkandla home, including the building of a swimming pool, Zuma asked Nhleko to open an inquiry. Nhleko said the pool was a fire-fighting resource, backing up his conclusion with a video of firemen using the pool to pump jets of water.

THE RIGHT PEOPLE IN PLACE Another appointment that startled observers was the selection last year of small-town mayor David van Rooyen as finance minister, a promotion that sent the rand into a tail-spin and resulted four days later in his dismissal.

In total 35 ministers and 38 deputy ministers have been appointed during Zuma's term of office, far more than any other South African leader since apartheid.

At the same time, senior ANC figures have been moved out of the party's top decision-making body, the National Executive Committee (NEC).

"A major problem is the 'juniorisation' of appointments to ensure compliance and loyalty," Siphiwe Nyanda, a top MK commander and communications minister fired by Zuma in 2010,

Forest bathing Tina Burrett and Christopher Simons | New Internationalist

year, thousands of Japanese urbanites reconnect with nature through pilgrimages to the 88 temples of rural Shikoku, the smallest of Japan’s major islands, or along the ancient forest routes of Kumano, which stretch across the Kii Peninsula south of Osaka. The popularity of Hayao Miyazaki’s animated film Princess Mononoke (1997) has encouraged a younger generation of forest walkers to visit the Mononoke Hime no Mori (Princess Mononoke Forest) on the lush, subtropical island of Yakushima.

But the Japanese practice of ‘forest bathing’, or shinrin yoku, brings a walk in the woods to a new level of intensity. Forest bathing doesn’t require a swim suit.

It’s about submerging yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of the woods.

A 2004 study from the Nippon Medical School suggests what many of us know intuitively: time spent in a forest lowers stress and promotes improved physical and mental health.

Based on these findings, some municipal governments in Japan are promoting certain sites as designated forest therapy bases.

‘Experience shows that the scents of trees, the sounds of brooks and the Less stress Today, forest and mountain walk- feel of sunshine through forest leaves ing remain popular pastimes. Every can have a calming effect,’ says Yo-

shifumi Miyazaki, director of the Centre for Environment Health and Field Sciences at Chiba University. Participants are encouraged to immerse fully in the landscape, stimulating all five of their senses by experiencing the sound of wind, the heat of the sun, the colour of the leaves, the feel of the bark and the smell of the trees.

Working life in Tokyo, the world’s largest metropolis, is notoriously stressful. Six-day work weeks are the norm, and although company employees receive paid vacation, workplace pressure makes some people afraid to take time off. Even schoolchildren put in long hours, with many attending juku (cram schools) after regular school hours.

Daily grind According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), 22 per cent of Japanese employees work 50 or more hours a week, compared to 11 per cent in the US and 8 per cent in France. Unpaid overtime has become such a severe problem that it is now associated with a host of physical and mental illnesses. The Japanese language even has a word for it: karoshi, meaning ‘death by overwork’. In 2013 alone, 133 people died from work-related causes includ-

UNDERHANDED TACTICS Bugging telephones and intercepting emails of senior party figures and journalists has become routine, Kasrils said.

He did not provide details. But in 2009, 783 corruption charges against Zuma were dropped after his legal team came up with phone intercepts -- dubbed the ‘Zuma spy tapes’ -- that suggested a political motive when the charges were laid.

How Zuma, who was then challenging Thabo Mbeki for the leadership of the ANC, obtained the wire-taps has never been revealed. The Pretoria High Court on April 29 ordered a review of the decision to drop the charges.

Critics also complain about intimidation tactics and smear campaigns.

A week after the Helen Suzman Foundation (HSF) filed court papers against Berning Ntlemenza, head of the police's elite Hawks investigations unit, the NGO's offices were robbed.

HSF executive director Francis Antonie said the robbers took only old computers. "It's plausible this was an information gathering exercise or meant to intimidate us,” he said.

Provincial police spokeswoman Noxolo Kweza said she could not answer questions about the case because it had been “taken from us” by the Hawks, which the Hawks, South Africa's version of the FBI, denied.

Some Zuma opponents have found themselves the target of campaigns linking them to the U.S. government, a charge that points to the Cold War paranoia that lingers in parts of the ANC, which was backed by the Soviets.

Among these was Madonsela, the author of the Nkandla report, who afterward became the subject of an investigation, ordered by Mahlobo, into allegations she was a CIA agent.

The results of Mahlobo’s probe have not yet been released. ing strokes, heart attacks and suicide.

For many people, forest bathing offers a soothing remedy to the daily grind.

Writers, artists and musicians have long argued that communing with nature refreshes the human spirit – what Wordsworth called a ‘never-failing principle of joy’; the 20th century gave these ideas scientific footing. The theory that human fascination with other living things influences our mental development stretches back to EO Wilson’s 1984 book, Biophilia.

But the future of the immersive forest experience is under threat in modern Japan. Decades of government spending on public works aimed at reviving rural economies have seen large chunks of forest felled to make way for roads, dams and other infrastructure projects. In 2014, the government earmarked $52 billion for public works spending. Since Japan’s economy collapsed in the early 1990s, the state has pumped trillions of dollars into these ‘concrete white elephants’. Critics say stimulus money would be better spent encouraging rural tourism. Such a shift could both boost the economy and improve the health of the country’s weary workforce. Time in the woods might be just what the doctor ordered.

Tina Burrett is Assistant Professor of Political Science at Sophia University, Tokyo. Her partner, Christopher Simons, is Associate Professor of Humanities at International Christian University, also in Tokyo.

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Common Grammatical Mistakes in English – And How to Avoid Them

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es, definitely. We have to consider from the view point of environment balance. Everything thing is co-dependent for the survival of our planet earth, whether human, animal, trees etc. When we see the unpredictable climate change and most importantly natural calamities taking place, it is all pointing towards deforestation, extinction of wild animals and many others which is more or less human are responsible. When we see the scenario in Nagaland it is very sad. We don't see or hear birds chirping even in rural areas. Extinction of wild animals is at rock bottom and Nagas are responsible. May be as a last resort we have to put a total full stop so as to safe ourselves in the long run and avoid disaster. Any bad tradition should be do away with so that the younger generation will have a better living and environment.

"Together we can make a difference" W. Kholie Kapfo, Chakhesang Colony, A.H. Road, Ward No.1 Dimapur.

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hile completely giving up the habit is all together a different matter, strict rule and regulation must be formulated and executed in letter and spirit so as to allow the wildlife to regenerate and re-furbish and prevent them from extinction.

Temjen Jamir, Mokokchung

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he people living in this region we call the ‘North East’ have grown up hearing stories about hunting expeditions to the jungle. A wild boar here, a bear there, a wild cat at times, a porcupine ahead. Grandpa narrated so many stories to us while growing up, even singing songs that would placate the jungle spirits. Wild meat was a delicacy at home. With our population pressure bearing down on the forests here, the big animals have also disappeared. The only “wild meat” we have these days at home is small birds every now and then. Why, I wouldn’t be able to hunt a squirrel if I had to.. we have become so removed from our traditional ways, reduced to globalised broiler KFC chicken. Am I ready to make that move?

Without my consent, I already have…

Daboli Ra, Diphu

Should inter-tribal marriages be encouraged among the Nagas?

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f you’re currently in the process of learning English, and you’re struggling to get to grips with our grammar, don’t take it to heart, this is the guide to some of the most common mistakes people make when writing in English. You may find some useful advice here to make your use of English the best it can be.

1. Misplaced apostrophes Apostrophes aren’t difficult to use once you know how, but putting them in the wrong place is one of the most common grammar mistakes in the English language.

The rules: Apostrophes indicate possession – something belonging to something or someone else. To indicate something belonging to one person or more than , the apostrophe goes before the ‘s’. For instance, “The girl’s horse.” To indicate something belonging to more than one person, put the apostrophe after the ‘s’. For example, “The girls’ horse.”

Apostrophes are also used to indicate a contracted word. For example, “don’t” uses an apostrophe to indicate that the word is missing the “o” from “do not”. Apostrophes are never used to make a word plural, even when a word is in number form, as in a date.

How not to do it: The horse’s are in the field Pen’s for sale In the 1980’s Janes horse is over there The girls dresses are ready for them to collect

How to do it properly: The horses are in the field Pens for sale In the 1980s We didn’t want to do it Jane’s horse is over there The girls’ dresses are ready for them to collect

2. Your/you’re Another but widespread and common problem.

The rules: “Your” indicates possession – something belonging to you. “You’re” is short for “you are”.

How not to do it: Your beautiful Do you know when your coming over?

Can I have one of you’re biscuits?

How to do it properly: You’re beautiful Do you know when you’re coming over?

Can I have one of your biscuits

3. Its/it’s While apostrophes should be used to indicate possession, but there is one exception to this rule, and that is the word “it”. Unsurprisingly, this exception gets lots of people confused.

The rules: “It’s” is only ever used when short for “it is”.

“Its” indicates something belonging to something that isn’t masculine or feminine (like “his” and “hers”, but used when you’re not talking about a person). If it helps, remember that inanimate objects can’t really possess something in the way a human can.

How not to do it: Its snowing outside The sofa looks great with it’s new cover

How to do it properly: It’s snowing outside The sofa looks great with its new cover

4. There/their/they’re It’s another example of those pesky homophones (words that sound the same but have different meanings).

The rules: Use “there” to refer to a place that isn’t here – “over there”. We also use “there” to state something – “There are no cakes left.”

“Their” indicates possession – something belonging to them.

“They’re” is short for “they are”.

How not to do it: Their going to be here soon We should contact they’re agent Can we use there boat?

Their is an argument that says

How to do it properly: They’re going to be here soon We should contact their agent Can we use their boat?

There is an argument that says

5. Fewer/less The fact that many people don’t know the difference between “fewer” and “less” is reflected in the number of supermarket checkout aisles designated for “10 items or less”. The mistake most people make is using “less” when they actually mean “fewer”, rather than the other way round.

The rules: “Fewer” refers to items you can count individually. “Less” refers to a commodity, such as sand or water, that you can’t count individually.

How not to do it: There are less cakes now Ten items or less

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Author of One Day I see the widow in despair Injustice, sorrow and shame draws her tears Her kins, the farthest stranger she has She wishes one day she won't have to cry.

I see the weary father in tears Filled with sighs for hardships of life Seeking for the tinest silver reason for hope Wishing one day life will favour him.

I see the hungry child in pain Waiting for her only brother for a mouthful Life itself is their dreadest fear Praying helplessly for life's last chance one day.

I see the lover so broken Flashbacks grips and pierce his soul Fighting back to remake his life Wishing one day love will console his heart.

My heart sobs silently with theirs But I'm assured life has an unseen author He keeps every tears with care Heals each drops for a blessing one day.

Lord, make that one day today, For I long to see their lost smiles once again.

By Mothel BA Final Year, Baptist College Kohima

Beware!

The winds viciously wanders, the skies endlessly weeps, the mutts nightly wails and darkness voicelessly echoes for Her blues and hues we've wretched apart.

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Chain off!

Hush harsh, I've heard enough Just let me indite, that's what I like Hook me off, change the norm Of the maxim that only a state's Nine-to-five rat race will endow me happiness.

Imlimaong A. Lemtur B.A. 3rd Semester (English Honours) Unity College, Dimapur

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How to do it properly: There are fewer cakes now Ten items or fewer Less sand Fewer grains of sand

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he Delhi University will conduct Entrance Exam DU LLB, B.Ed, PG entrance exam to various post-graduate courses between June 19 and 23, 2016.

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How to apply: A candidate needs to register in online mode and obtain a Login ID and Password for filling the applications. There is a com1. Which state has the lowest shares of tax collecmon portal both for the PG as well as LLB. Candidates need tion in India? to remit an application fee of Rs. A. Nagaland 500 (250 for SC/ST) in any of the B. Meghalaya modes– offline or online and subC. Manipur mit the filled-in applications beD. Goa fore May 24. Apply here: http:// admission.du.ac.in/pg16/index.

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The Power of Teachers The new academic session has kicked off in a flurry for the batch of students who recently cleared the HSLC and HSSLC exams, with the race for admissions, narrowing down on the right institute and acquiring the required study material going on. In the midst of all this excitement, among the teaching community, the pressure builds up as they prepare themselves for the enormous responsibility and commitment of molding and shaping young lives.

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-Daniel M Khan, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science

enry Adams, an American historian once said, “A teacher affects eternity. One can never tell where his influence will end.” Teaching is one of the most challenging professions in our world today.

Teaching demands sound knowledge of the subject matter, skills of leadership,a knowledge of technology, creativity, and patience. Many view it as a sacred responsibility accountable to God. The transformative power of an effective teacher is something we have experienced and understood on a personal level. If we were particularly fortunate, we had numerous exceptional teachers who made learning an exciting experience.

Those teachers possessed a passion for the subjects that they taught, and genuine care for their students. They inspired us to play with ideas, think deeply, take on more challenging works, and even pursue careers in the particular field of study. I have also been blessed, inspired, and motivated by the good teachers in my life who encouraged and mentored me, and whose life and works inspired me to become a teacher myself.

American educator, clergyman, and author, Henry Van Dyke described the profession of teaching in a rather interesting manner,“There you have the worst

paid and the best rewarded of vocations. So, do not enter it unless you love it.”Teachers will understand this better than anyone else. A teacher should be dedicated, hard-working, and strive to build a joy of learning for each and every one of their students.

“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it” (Proverbs 22:6).One thing that teachers have to understand is the powerful influence we have on the students that cross ourpaths. Students tend to seriously consider,and often believe without question everything we tell them.

Nonetheless, we can and should use our call to influence them positively.

The Bible believes that indeed, not all have the potential to become teachers, and for those who do, the expectations are high. “Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers; because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly (James 3:1).Thus, if one takes on the mantle of teaching, he has to understand that teaching is not just another job, an occupation, or pass time, but Istrongly believe that a good teacher will consider this as a calling to be God’s instruments to mould, shape, and guide the young lives who are placed in our care.

Teachers can instruct and kindle interest in their students.There is a saying which comes to mind, “there is no uninteresting subject, only uninteresting teachers.” If teachers are not excited about the subject they teach, why should the students be excited about it? Teachers need to set examples in conduct and character. Teachers need to teach with love and gentleness.As change agents, a good teacher could impact the society and children positively through their words and life. Teachers also inspire children to dream and achieve great things. They can give a new vision to the younger generations, visionswhich will improve the lives of people and build up the nation.

Teachers invest in the lives of their students. They are like a candle illuminating the darkness. They shape and set the direction for the next generation by sowing knowledge, love, values,and hope in the lives of the youngsters who are going to be future leaders of the nation.As innovators, teachers can use their creativity and innovation to encourage children to explore, experiment, and develop new thoughts and ideas. Knowledge can never be stagnant. New thoughts are emerging each day. A teacher must encourage students to think critically.As counselors,

3. Who is the youngest ever Formula One race winner?

A. Lewis Hamilton B. Nico Rosberg C. Max Verstappen D. Sebastian Vettel 4. Which city dislodged new Delhi as the most polluted city in terms of particulate matter concentration (PM 2.5) in the recent Global Ambient Air Pollution Database (2016) released by the World Health Organisation?

A. Gwalior, India B. Beijing, China, C. Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia D. Zabol, Iran

teachers can guide the students in many aspects of life, including life skills. They can help with things like time management, anger management, and handling peer pressure. They can warn against bad habits like smoking, alcoholism, and 5. Which state in India was recently declared as educate students about gender equality. the state having the highest inter-caste/tribe marThey also can provide career guidance. riage?

Apart from classroom teaching, A. Mizoram teachers have tremendous opportunity B. Sikkim to get involved in the community. TeachC. Nagaland ers are highly respected and regarded in D. Meghalaya the society. This influence can be used as a positive channel for bringing about Send in your answers to morunglearning@gmail.com or change and motivating the society to WhatsApp @ 8794005039/7085976283 challenge age-old norms which may be hindering development.

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Delhi trashes Pak's concerns UGC's Yoga Day directive: Govt faces over India's Kashmir map bill charges of 'imposing communal agenda' New Delhi , May 17 (PTi): UGC directed all universities and colleges to follow AYUSH Ministry's protocol of chanting 'Om' and Sanskrit shlokas during Yoga Day this year.

A fresh controversy broke out on Tuesday over the UGC's directive asking universities and colleges to follow Ayush ministry's yoga protocol that begins with chanting of 'Om' and some Sanskrit sholakas during Yoga Day celebrations on June 21.

While Congress criticised the BJP-led government for being "insensitive", saying yoga, a great discipline of ancient India, does not belong to the saffron party, JD(U) termed it as yet another attempt to "impose the communal agenda" on Indian masses.

"Yoga is a great knowledge of ancient India. It is not something that belongs to BJP. It should be made more acceptable system for the people to practice...

Probably this government is unconcerned about these sensitive aspects," Congress spokesperson P C Chako said.

Senior JD(U) leader K C Tyagi flayed the government, saying "This is again

ti Paath' towards the end.

Students practice yoga during a training session ahead of International Day of Yoga in Ahmedabad. (REUTERS File Photo)

(an attempt) to impose the communal agenda on Indian masses. We are opposed to that. How can you say to a Muslim, Sikh, Christian to say 'Om'. For me, I am a Hindu and I have no problem, but how can you ask people of other religion (to do it). This is again communalism... the divisive agenda of RSS. We condemn it."

ties last week, UGC secretary Jaspal S Sandhu had sought the "personal indulgence" of Vice Chancellors in celebrating yoga day in their varsities as well as affiliated bodies.

"I request you to draw action plan for International Day of Yoga and also ensure wide participation of students and teachers of your esteemed University UGC's DireCtive in the yoga day celebraIn his letter to universi- tions," the senior UGC of-

3 injured in grenade blast in Assam GuwahaTi, May 17 (aGeNcies): At least three people were injured after suspected militants lobbed a grenade at a shop in central Assam's Nagaon district on Tuesday evening, police said. The blast took place two days ahead of the counting of votes in Assam.

Police said that the incident took place at Raha Chariali after two motorcycle-borne men lobbed the explosive at a shop. Police said that lesser-known outfit Tiwa Liberation Army has claimed responsibility for the blast. ieD Blast at Moreh, imphal Meanwhile, suspected militants exploded an IED close to Pillar No 78 along Indo-Myanmar border which falls under Moreh town in Chandel district on Tuesday morning. No casualties were reported in the blast that took place around 11 am, according to reports. In a separate incident, unidentified persons attacked a private transport office at Imphal city by triggering an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) around 4 am. No one was injured in the blast.

MPC demands CBI inquiry aizawl, May 17 (PTi): Mizoram People's Conference (MPC) party today demanded that the sensational highway robbery allegedly committed by Assam Rifles personnel be handed over to CBI. A press statement issued by MPC said though the party had full faith in the investigating capabilities of the state police, the alleged involvement of "powerful people including influential top officials" could result in exertion of political pressure on the investigators.

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) headed by Additional SP of CID (Crime) arrested a number of people, including suspended Commandant of the 39 Assam Rifles Colonel Jasjit Singh, former student leader Lalmuanawma Mathipi, non-tribal businessman Bulaki Chand Baid, two other civilians and 8 AR jawans in the case.

ficial said in his letter along with the Ayush ministry's 45-minute protocol for practising yoga.

The protocol starts with a two-minute prayer preceded by chants of 'Om' and some Sanskrit Shlokas and followed by 18 minutes of yoga postures and pranayam. As per the protocol, participants would sit in a meditative pose for 9 minutes and there would be 'Shan-

AYUsH Ministry says no compulsion to chant 'Om' However, the government and BJP insisted last year's protocol has been maintained and no changes have been made.

"There is no compulsion to chant 'Om'," a senior Ayush Ministry official said.

BJP national secretary Shrikant Sharma said, "There is no compulsion.

Some people are linking yoga to religion while it is essentially meant for holistic well being. It should be a matter of pride that the UN celebrates Yoga Day and about 196 countries follow it. The dirty tricks department of the Congress is behind the controversy."

RJD and CPI(M) also slammed the Modi government, alleging it was adopting a sectarian attitude which was not good.

RJD spokesman Manoj Jha said, "In terms of the broad democratic ethos, you cannot force me to do something. If I say I do yoga not because of any other reason (but) simply because I believe in physical activity more and not in

chanting 'Om', that kind of freedom is in tune with the idea we have seen... We are making nasty compromises on that. These kind of indicators which emanate from the highest office, they unsettle us. That's a dangerous thing."

CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat said the government has no right to make chanting of 'Om' mandatory.

"This is not going to work. They just want to push a very sectarian agenda. Their agenda is known to everybody and that is to try and impose religion and religious belief on other communities or those who are non-believers. Nobody is going to accept this," she added.

Actor Anupam Kher said the International Yoga Day has brought reputation to India. "It was performed in more than 100 countries. We have given yoga to the world. And 'Om' is attached with Yoga.

It would be better if it is not made a controversy."

Last year also, a similar proposal had created a controversy after which a clarification was issued by the Ayush Ministry that chanting 'Om' was not compulsory.

Delhi civic bypolls: AAP wins 5 wards, Congress 4, BJP 3 New Delhi, May 17 (iaNs): The BJP suffered losses in the civic bypolls in Delhi, retaining only three of 13 seats with the Aam Aadmi Party winning five in its maiden outing and Congress improving its position by winning four seats.

One seat was won by an independent candidate Rajender Singh Tanwar, who later joined the Congress.

Elections to the 13 seats were held on May 15 and results were declared by the state election commission on Tuesday. The elections were being seen as a semi-final to the civic polls

next year.

Twelve of 13 newly-elected councilors are first timers. Soon after the results were declared, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said that people had reaffirmed their faith in his AAP. "MCD ruled by BJP-Cong. Outsider AAP wins max seats in byelection.

Thnx Delhi for reaffirming faith. Ab MCD election mein sabhi seat jeetni h," Kejriwal said in a tweet.

Congress too interpreted the outcome in its favour with Delhi unit chief Ajay Maken saying that hard work of party workers had paid off.

He also gave credit to Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi for the party's performance.

The Congress had faced a rout in the last year's assembly elections and has been making efforts for electoral revival in the city. None of the wards which went to the polls on May 13 were with the Congress.

The results were not to the expectations of BJP which has been ruling the civic body since 2007. It could retain only 2 of seven wards it won in 2012 civic polls, while wresting one seat.

Chamling regrets rape of Kolkata girl, calls for curbing crime GaNGTok, May 17 (PTi): Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Chamling today asked the police to strictly monitor and curb crimes against women following the rape of a Kolkata girl by a taxi driver in north Sikkim on the night of May 15. Expressing deep regret over the incident which is rare in the tourist-friendly state, the chief minister said, "The rapist who sexually assaulted the tourist from Kolkata must be punished and the police should expose him openly in society."

The girl, aged 16 years,

was on a tour to Sikkim along with her two friends after the end of the class X board examinations in West Bengal, the police said. They hired a taxi in Gangtok driven by Prem Rai for sightseeing.

They reached Tashi View Point, 5 kms from Gangtok towards north Sikkim, where the driver, aged 22 years, offered them snack and water suspectedly laced. The police said that sometime after this the three felt drowsy.

Taking advantage of their condition, the driver started molesting a student who was seated beside him. When

the other two girls tried to stop him, they were hit by a heavy object.

The two girls got down and screamed for help while running towards Phodong and also called their parents and relatives. They reported the matter with the Gangtok Sadar Thana. The police spoted the the car speeding along the North highway and stopped it.

The girl was found on the back seat of the car in unconscious condition.

The police said that the car, an Alto bearing the number plate SK 01 T 1985,

was seized. The driver was later arrested. The victim bearing injury marks on her body was admitted to a hospital in Gangtok for a medical test, where the rape was confirmed.

The cab driver has been charged under Section 376 (Rape) of the IPC. He was produced in a court which sent him to seven days in judicial remand. A case under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act 2012 has also been registered against the driver, SDPO Mangan, Palden Bhutia said.

ILP Bills: ‘Cut-off year not feasible’ Newmai News Network Imphal | May 17

Fixing 1951 as the base year for detection of outsiders and their deportation is not ‘within reason,’ senior journalist and author Pradip Phanjoubam has stated.

The Imphal Free Press editor told Newmai News Network on Tuesday that the cut-off year has ‘no practical application’ and hence the Manipur government needs to revise it. “This is not acceptable.”

Fixing of 1951 as the base year for identification and deportation of outsiders is one of the key demands of the Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit System (JCILPS), a conglomerate of citizens, which has been spearheading the current ILP stir in Manipur.

The seniour journalist said Assam has fixed 1971 as the base year for the same purpose but it has not been able to implement it till date.

“There are still major doubts about the claim that the three ILP related bills hurt the sentiments of the tribal people in the state.

I’ve gone through the contents of the bills. Though I’m not a legal expert, I would say that the bills do not impinge upon their interests at all,” Pradip insisted.

But he added that the government needs a fresh look at the fixing of the cut-off year for rectification. The Manipur Assembly

48-hr bandh affects life in Manipur iMPhal, May 17 (NNN): Life in the tribal areas of Manipur was affected due to a 48-hour total shutdown called by the JAC against the anti-tribal bills to protest against the state government’s decision to approach the Centre to get enacted the same.

Reports reaching here said New Lamka in Churachandpur district witnessed a total but peaceful bandh while the lower area of Churachandpur Police Station witnessed a mixed response. The Churachandpur JAC backed by the United Naga Council (UNC) and Zeliangrong Youth Front (ZYF) has imposed the shutdown.

Meanwhile, All Tribal Students’ Union Manipur (ATSUM) suspended a proposed state wide bandh which was to begin on Tuesday. ATSUM said the decision was in response to a meeting between its representatives and Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh. passed the three bills on August 31 last year to protect the interests of all indigenous communities in the state.

They were the Protection of Manipur People Bill, 2015, the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms (7th amendment) Bill, 2015 and the Manipur Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Bill, 2015.

Shortly after the passing of the government bills, violence erupted in Churachandpur district killing nine protesters in confrontations with armed security personnel. Large scale arson was also taken place in the violent protests.

The tribal people have demanded that the Manipur government withdraw the ‘anti-tribal’ bills. Pradip suggested that the Manipur government should try

to end the Churachandpur issue concerning the death of nine protesters.

“A judicial inquiry should be conducted into the incident to find out the facts and circumstances leading to the death of the protesters. The involved must be ascertained,” he suggested.

A magisterial inquiry into the incident has been ordered by the Manipur Home Department. A recent report had said the local people and Churachandpur JAC formed against the killing of the nine protesters did not allow the concerned officer to conduct the magisterial inquiry.

The author of The North East Question: Conflicts and Frontiers which recently hit book stands in UK and USA further suggested that judicial experts from outside the state should be allowed to in-

tervene in the matter relating to the bills to evince that they do not hurt the interests of the tribal people.

“There is mistrust here. We need experts from outside to bring about a solution. Creating tension will not bring any solution now,” Pradip said.

He said immediate measures need to be taken to resolve the current political problem emanating from the three bills. “Talks are needed to address the issue.”

Commenting on the issue on getting assent to the three Bills from the President, he hoped that only the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms (7th amendment) Bill, 2015 and the Manipur Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Bill, 2015 could get enacted.

While talking to this news agency, Aja daily editor Valley Rose Hungyo claimed that the Manipur government had been favouring one side in passing the three ILP related bills.

She said, “Allowing domination of one group over another is unacceptable. The tribal people do not want the ‘controversial bills. The neighbours should have been consulted while campaigning for implementation of ILP or a similar law.”

Apparently referring to the valley people, Rose said they cannot live without their neighbours.

The campaign on ILP implementation is being carried out only in

the valley.

The senior journalist said both sides need discussion on the negotiating table for bringing about an amicable solution to the longstanding issue.

“The tribal ministers and MLAs are concerned chiefly with their own personal interests.

They’ve shown their weakness as they have failed to act on the tribal people’s pulse,” she accused.

There have been accusations that the tribal lawmakers did not oppose the bills when they got passed in the assembly even after they knew that the bills infringed upon the interests of the tribal people.

“There is enough time for the government to retrospect and rectify all. The government cannot sort out things by claiming that the bills do not hurt the sentiments of the tribals,” Rose said.

She said a clear-cut move of the Manipur government was the need of the hour. “A debate on the bills in the House is needed. “All stakeholders should be taken on board for a final settlement.”

On the fixing of 1951 as the base year for identification and deportation of outsiders, Rose said, “The census record is found nowhere.

We do not need the cut-off year.”

However, Rose, while saying that the people of Manipur should launch a ‘pure’ ILP movement, demanded that the present bills should be scrapped.

New Delhi, May 17 (iaNs): India on Tuesday dismissed Pakistan's concerns over the proposed “Geospatial Information Regulation Bill”, saying that Islamabad has no locus standi on this issue.

"The proposed bill is an entirely internal legislative matter of India, since the whole of the state of Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India,” external affairs ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup said in a statement.

“Pakistan or any other party has no locus standi in the matter,” he said.

Earlier on Tuesday, Pakistan expressed "serious concern" to the United Nations over the Indian government's efforts to pass a parliamentary legislation which aims to restrict geographical depiction of India and the "disputed" region of Jammu and Kashmir.

A letter Pakistan's permanent representative sent to the UN in this regard calls on the world body to uphold the Security Council resolutions, and urges India "to stop acts that are in violation of international law".

“The government firmly rejects Pakistan's repeated and increasing attempts to impose on the international community matters that India has always been open to address bilaterally with Pakistan," Swarup said in his statement.

Law for celebs endorsing unverified products soon PaTNa, May 17 (PTi): The Centre is working on a new legislation to replace the existing Consumer Protection Act, which will have penal provisions of Rs 50 lakh and five year imprisonment for celebrities promoting sale of items without verifying the quality, Union Minister Ramvilas Paswan said today.The proposed Consumer Protection Bill, 2016 has already been approved by the Parliamentary Standing Committee and would be introduced in Parliament in the next session, the Food and Consumer Affairs Minister told reporters here. The new legislation to replace the existing Consumer Protection Act, 1986 would have stringent provisions against actors and other personalities doing advertisements for brands without verifying the products.

"Some leading actors/actresses like Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan and others claim that the products they promote will add to one's strength or one will have hair on a bald head, which is not true. Such things should stop. You advertise for an item only after being convinced of its results yourself," Paswan said. In the new legislation, penalty for indulging in a "deceiving" advertisement would be enhanced to Rs 50 lakh from Rs ten lakh at present and the jail term to five years from the current two years, he said.

Paswan said the new legislation would have elaborate scope for a consumer to lodge complaint against a substandard product sitting at home and it would also enhance the monetary limits of district and state-level consumer redressal courts. "The new legislation will make it mandatory that the complaint be registered within 21 days," he said adding, it would enhance the limit of a district court to hear complaints of up to Rs one crore from the present Rs 20 lakh and state courts to Rs 14 crore from present Rs one crore.

Attack on media violates fundamental right: Journalists New Delhi, May 17 (iaNs): Terming the attacks on journalists as an "attack on the freedom of expression", journalists' bodies have urged the central and the state governments to enact a law to protect them and ensure "adequate compensation" in case of their death or any untoward incident while on duty. Journalists, belonging to various bodies, gathered at the Press Club of India here on Monday and took a "strong exception" to the killings of Rajdeo Ranjan in Bihar and Akhilesh Pratap Singh in Jharkhand. They said different methods must be explored, including approaching the Supreme Court, to force the government to enact a new law that should also bring journalists working on contract under the ambit of the Working Journalists Act, besides ensuring monetary assistance in case of any mishap, a statement issued on Tuesday said. The meeting was attended by a number of media personalities representing various news organisations

Illegal infiltration, AFSPA dominates NESO's meet DiMaPuR, May 17 (NNN): The North East Students’ Organisation (NESO) today deliberated upon various issues concerning the region that have been pending with successive Government of India.

NESO comprising of the Khasi Students’ Union (KSU), All Assam Students’ Union (AASU), Naga Students’ Federation (NSF), Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), Twipra Students’ Federation (TSF), All Manipur Students’ Union (AMSU), Garo Students’ Union (GSU) and All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) representing eight major students’ movements of the seven states of the North East Region had an Executive Council Meeting today in Guwahati.

The major issues discussed were on illegal infiltration.

The house felt that apart from various demands that had been put forward in the Memorandum, the updating of the National Register of Citizens (NRC), which is currently under operation in Assam should also be conducted in the whole north eastern region with 1951 being the last updated year and 1971 being the base year.

It also reiterated the demand for implementation of Inner Line Permit in the entire North Eastern Region and repeal of Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) 1958.

Special Education Policy for North Eastern Region, Special Constitutional Status for the North Eastern Region with rights over land and natural resources, were also discussed during the meeting.

NESO urged upon the respective State Governments and also the Central Government to approach the Supreme Court so as to ensure that the students are not adversely affected by the recent orders of the Apex Court ordering for the all India Medical Entrance Test or National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET).

In this connection, NESO has resolved to submit a memorandum to the Prime Minister of India through the Governor of the various states within May 31, 2016.

It has also resolved to go on a delegation to New Delhi to meet with the leaders of the Government of India and also the MPs of North eastern Region for solving the various pending issues.

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Gangs, crime & slums: growing cities present new challenges for aid agencies saN saLVaDOR/BaRCeLONa, May 17 (tHOMsON ReuteRs FOuNDatiON): A common sight on any street corner in the poor neighbourhoods of El Salvador’s capital is a teenage gang member controlling territory by standing guard with a mobile phone in hand, checking people and cars that enter and leave.

Gang violence has plagued El Salvador for decades with entire city districts controlled by the two most powerful gangs - Barrio 18 and its rival Mara Salvatrucha - who use sexual violence, extortion and death threats to cement their grip over communities.

For aid agencies working in slum neighbourhoods in parts of Latin America, gang warfare, including shoot-outs, and the violence it brings have become the main challenge.

The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre said this month that criminal violence associated with drug trafficking and gang activity had displaced at least 1 million people in El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico as of December 2015.

“We are living a humanitarian crisis that it is a product of the violence. Gangs create terror and live in communities paralysed with fear,” Rodrigo Bustos, El Salvador director for child rights group Plan International, told the Thomson Reuters Foundation. “Our pro-

grammes can’t be business as usual.”

A key issue at the first World Humanitarian Summit next week will be the need for aid groups to adapt to fast-changing realities in mushrooming cities in the developing world.

To find better ways of responding to floods, earthquakes, armed violence, migration and other problems in cities, a Global Alliance for Urban Crises will be launched at the summit, bringing together U.N. agencies, international aid groups, the private sector and researchers.

In El Salvador, for example, some agencies have been forced to scale back their work in gang-controlled areas, while others, like the U.S. Peace Corps, have suspended their projects entirely.

“We offer medical services to everyone and we know that we can be assisting a wife or girlfriend of a mara (gang member),” said Henry Rodriguez, who runs the Honduras and Mexico mission for aid group Medecins Sans Frontieres.

“When the atmosphere is tense in a neighbourhood, we back off and stay away for several days and come in again when things have calmed down.”

Gaining acceptance and trust among local people, which involves speaking to religious and community leaders, is vital but can take years.

Most aid agencies also have to

negotiate with gangs to get per- of violence, inequality, natural mission to enter their areas and disasters and poverty are the most fragile, he said, and many work. lack municipal governments capable of resolving these “NOT CRIME-PROOF” How to provide healthcare problems.

With low- and middle-inand other essential services to poor slum communities in come countries estimated to such risky urban conditions is a host 95 percent of future urban challenge many humanitarians expansion, much of it rapid - who have traditionally oper- and unplanned, aid agencies ated in rural areas - are still ill- will increasingly be required to equipped to tackle, experts say. respond to crises in cities, said But the urgency is growing Pamela Sitko, a technical advias the problem has spread be- sor on managing urban disasyond Latin America, affecting ters with World Vision Internacities in Central African Re- tional.

“It’s too late for the humanipublic to Jamaica and Iraq, said John de Boer, a senior policy tarian sector to get ahead of the advisor with the United Nations urbanisation curve, but we can University’s Centre for Policy certainly catch up. We need to adapt our tools, approaches, Research.

“There are a number of ways of partnering,” she said. places where these kinds of alternative forms of criminal gov- LOCAL GOVERNMENTS ernance have established roots, IGNORED One of the main differences creating tremendous humanitarian issues - in some cases is that aid workers will have to cooperate far more closely with profiting from them,” he said.

Organised crime gangs can the people who run cities - from also have hidden effects on aid mayors and urban planners, to work, for example by providing architects and companies supconstruction materials for anti- plying water and electricity.

In disaster-hit urban areas, flood levees or pushing people the best approach is often not to to back certain projects.

“A lot of our work is not bring in emergency relief supcrime-proof,” de Boer said. “If plies. “In cities, we don’t proyou don’t go into those contexts vide aid to people - we need to with a very good sense of the facilitate access to aid. For exlay of the land when it comes ample, it doesn’t mean truckto the impact of illicit groups... ing in food, it means helping you could be giving rise to huge markets get back and working,” Sitko said. problems down the road.”

Dan Lewis, head of UNCities caught in a toxic mix

Kenyan policemen beat a protester during clashes in Nairobi, Kenya May 16. Kenyan police fired tear gas and water cannon on Monday at stone-throwing protesters during a demonstration in the centre of Nairobi against an electoral oversight body which the opposition want scrapped, a Reuters witness said. (REUTERS Photo)

Habitat’s urban risk reduction unit, said the humanitarian system is gradually learning from mistakes made in previous disasters that have struck cities.

They include the 2010 Haiti earthquake, when thousands of homeless residents from Port-au-Prince were moved to a camp outside the capital with no access to jobs and few services.

In many crises - from the Indian Ocean tsunami to Typhoon Haiyan which flattened the Philippine city of Tacloban - aid agencies have rushed in without consulting local gov-

ernments.

The new global alliance aims to rectify this oversight.

Aid experts say cooperating with municipal authorities and businesses is becoming evermore important in dealing with refugee crises like that in the Middle East where most of the nearly 5 million Syrians who have fled their war-torn country are living in towns and cities in Lebanon, Jordan and Turkey.

Their dispersal among host communities has made it harder for aid agencies to reach families with the support they need to pay rent, buy food, and

access healthcare and schools.

This requires innovation.

World Vision, for example, runs a project in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley that gives Syrian and Lebanese youth experience in managing solid waste and recycling materials. It helps them bond and acquire skills, while improving local public health and municipal infrastructure.

“You need to serve all the different groups,” said Aline Rahbany, World Vision urban programming adviser. “If you only help one, it could lead to harm by causing more social tensions and conflict in a city.”

Thai bomb suspect tells ‘How do doctors die? Just as we do’ Pope criticises West for trying to export own brand of democracy to Iraq, Libya media, “I’m not an animal”

Adem Karadag, also known as Bilal Mohammed (C), a suspect in last year’s Bangkok blast, is escorted by military police officers as he leaves the military court in Bangkok. (REUTERS File Photo)

BaNGKOK, May 17 (ReuteRs): One of two ethnic Uighur Muslims from China accused of involvement in a deadly bombing in Thailand last year broke down and complained of mistreatment on Tuesday as he appeared in court.

Twenty people were killed and more than 120 injured in the bombing on August 17 at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok when it was thronged with tourists. Five of the dead were from China and two from Hong Kong.

No group claimed responsibility.

Analysts, diplomats and even some officials suspected the attack was linked to sympathisers of the Uighur Muslim minority in western China angered by the Thai junta’s deportation of more than 100 Uighurs to China the previous month.

But Thai police ruled out “terrorism” as a motive and said the perpetrators were members of a network that trafficked Uighurs and launched the attack in anger at a Thai crackdown on the trade.

Police have arrested two suspects, Yusufu Mieraili and Adem Karadag, both of whom are Uighurs, and have issued arrest warrants for 15 other people, eight of whom are thought to be either Turkish or in Turkey, according to warrants and police statements.

Karadag and Mieraili have denied all charges against them. “I’m not an animal,” a shaven, shackled and barefoot Karadag told reporters, as two guards led him into a military court.

“I’m human, I’m human.”

Inside the court, the tearful Karadag lifted his shirt, pointed to bruises and said through an interpreter that he had been beaten twice this month in custody, a Reuters witness said.

The judge said he would investigate and would consider a request by Karadag’s lawyer for a transfer.

Karadag’s lawyer, Schoochart Kanpai, said earlier his client had been tortured into confessing. A stony-faced Mieraili appealed for help. “We’re innocent, help us, help us, where are the human rights?” Mieraili said as he emerged from a prison van outside the court.

Lawyers said more than 250 witnesses could be called for the prosecution and defence. Schoochart said he hoped the trial would be over by the end of 2016, but it could drag on a year longer.

Police say Karadag was caught on CCTV footage at the shrine, sitting on a bench and slipping off a bulky backpack before walking away, just before the blast.

Most Uighurs, who speak a Turkic language, live in China’s violence-plagued Xinjiang region. Exiles and human rights groups say Uighurs chafe under government policies that restrict their culture and religion. China denies this and blames Islamists for rising violence.

New yORK, May 17 (iaNs): In spite of their knowledge of medical treatment and outcomes, doctors do not die differently than everyone else. They are likely to spend as much time in hospitals in the last months of life as we do, a new research has found.

“The overall narrative that doctors die differently is false,” said the study’s senior author Stacy Fischer, associate professor at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in the US. The researchers found that physicians use more hospice care, spend more time in intensive care units (ICUs) and just as much time in hospitals when compared to the rest of the population.

“We found that doctors used more hospice care -- about two days on average -- but when you look at the length of stay in hospital in the last months of life, there is no difference between them and the rest of population,” Fischer noted.

The findings appeared in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. The essay swiftly

went viral and was supported by hypothetical surveys of physicians regarding their wishes for care at the end of life and later by smaller preliminary studies. In this new study, the researchers wanted to see if doctors with their knowledge of medical treatment and outcomes truly did die differently than others.

They examined data from 9,947 deceased physicians and a random sample of 192,006 nonphysicians between 2008 and 2010.

In the last six months and one month of life, the proportion of physicians and non-physicians having at least one ICU stay was essentially equivalent.

The mean number of days spent in the ICU in the last six months and one month of life was slighter greater for doctors.

The study also showed that 46.4 percent of physicians and 43.2 percent of non-physicians had enrolled in hospice care for the last six months of life. Doctors used hospice an average of 2.4 days longer than others, the study found.

ROMe, May 17 (ReuteRs): Pope Francis criticised Western powers for trying to export their own brand of democracy to countries such as Iraq and Libya without respecting indigenous political cultures, according to an interview published on Monday.

Speaking to France’s Roman Catholic newspaper, La Croix, Francis also said Europe should better integrate migrants and praised the election of the new Muslim mayor of London as an example of where this had been successful.

“Faced with current Islamist terrorism, we should question the way a model of democracy that was too Western was exported to countries where there was a strong power, as in Iraq, or Libya, where there was a tribal structure,” he said.

“We cannot advance without taking these cultures into ac-

count,” the pope said.

“As a Libyan said recently, ‘We used to have one Gaddafi, now we have fifty”, Francis said in reference to former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi who was deposed and killed in 2011.

Francis has frequently attacked what he calls “cultural colonialism”, in which Western countries seek to impose their

values on developing ones in return for financial aid. The pope said that “ghettoising” migrants was not only wrong but was also misguided in the fight against terrorism.

He cited the militant attacks in Brussels in March when three suicide bombers killed 32 people, in which “the terrorists were Belgians, children of migrants, but they came from a ghetto”.

By contrast, the pope praised this month’s election of Sadiq Khan as the first Muslim mayor of London.

“In London, the new mayor was sworn in in a cathedral and will probably be received by the queen. This shows the importance for Europe to regain its ability to integrate,” Francis said.

Ten days ago, the pope lambasted Europe over what he sees as its inadequate response to the influx of migrants fleeing war and poverty in the Middle-East and Africa.

Hong Kong is on high alert as independence calls grow HONG KONG, May 17 (ReuteRs): A top ranked Chinese official began a rare visit to Hong Kong on Tuesday vowing to listen to residents’ political concerns, seeking to address increasingly strident calls in the city for greater autonomy or even independence from the mainland.

The visit by Zhang Dejiang, the first by a senior Chinese figure since the 2014 Occupy democracy protests, was officially to attend an economic summit.

However, his first comments addressed the hot button political issue of Hong Kong’s relationship with China, a topic that has sparked fierce debate in the Asian financial hub. “(I will listen to) all sectors of society’s suggestions and demands on how...the country and Hong Kong should develop,” Zhang told reporters at Hong Kong airport.

Following the unsuccessful Occupy protests of 2014, a handful of activists have been calling for an outright breakaway from China, a move some say would imperil Hong Kong’s economic and political future.

“These young people have no idea that they could be putting Hong

gress, which Zhang heads.

“A lot of young people saying they don’t want development, they want a better environment, they want better work-life balance, they want better quality of life.”

A local protester against mainland Chinese parallel traders carries a British Hong Kong colonial flag in Hong Kong on May 1. (REUTERS Photo)

Kong on a potentially dangerous collision course with the motherland and bringing an unmitigated disaster,” wrote former top Hong Kong security official Regina Ip in a recent editorial in the state-run China Daily.

Tensions in the city are high, with thousands police mobilised for Zhang’s visit.

Local media reported pavement bricks were being glued down to quell the prospect of violent protests while police were camping atop a mountain where

a pro-democracy banner was hung two years ago.

A banner demanding “true universal suffrage” was hung on a different mountaintop on Tuesday morning. “(We) are facing a very great threat from China: Our culture, our language, our people...we are dying!”

Chan Ho-tin, the head of the newly-formed National party, told Reuters.

“Do (Hong Kong people) want to be a Chinese city or do they want to be an independent country?

There are only two choices,”

said Chan, whose party is expected to contest legislative elections in September.

Joshua Wong, another prominent young activist who launched a new political party called Demosisto this year, wouldn’t rule out taking an independence line in upcoming campaigns.

“The problem with young people is that they are not 100 percent pre-occupied with economic considerations,” said Michael Tien, a Hong Kong delegate to China’s parliament, the National People’s Con-

“CLOSELY MONITORED” Hong Kong guarantees freedom of expression under the agreement that saw Britain return its former colony to Beijing in 1997, but authorities haven’t ruled out taking action against pro-independence activists.

“Any suggestion that (Hong Kong) should be independent or any movement to advocate such independence...would be inconsistent with the legal status of Hong Kong,” the Department of Justice (DOJ) told Reuters.

The DOJ said it was watching for “possible criminal activities” and would “closely monitor the situation, maintain close liaison with the relevant law enforcement agencies, and take such action as may be necessary.”

Hong Kong authorities said the “counter-terrorism security measures” were needed to ensure the safety of dignitaries during the visit.

Hong Kong relies on China for vast sections of its economy, as well as much of its food, water and electricity, making independence almost impossible in practice.

China’s foreign ministry said pushing for independence would harm Hong Kong’s security, prosperity and stability.

“A lot of people in Hong Kong have jobs associated with the mainland,” said Holden Chow, vice-chairman of the DAB party, Hong Kong’s largest proBeijing political party.

“If there are no more economic ties...then where are the jobs? There would be a rise in unemployment.”

Observers with close ties to Chinese officials say one of Zhang’s priorities will be establishing relations with more moderate democrats to lower the heat.

“He will send a positive signal to any pan-democrat who is willing to have a dialogue with China,” Tien said.

“This must be one of his key missions: To make sure the signal is strong enough that the electorate won’t lambast the moderate pandemocrats and give all their votes to the extremists.”

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4-Point Indo-NSCN (IM) Seeking Answers Upfront Settlement of 3rd Aug. 2015 T

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he Reported 4-Point Indo-IM Settlement, part of the ongoing 3rd Aug 2015 Accord between Government of India and the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (IM) in Morung Express of Nagaland of 20th April 2016 by one Bharat Bhushan claiming Information from the IM Sources, has serious implications for all Nagas everywhere particularly for those in Nagaland for all time to come.

The IM has remained silent so far neither owning nor disowning the reported Story; both Bharat Sarkars's Interlocutor Ravi and the Ministry of Home's Silence so far seems to confirm the believability of the 4-Point Settlement.

The language of the purported Settlement is all in Future Tense, and the silence of both the Entities lends credence to the Settlement having been made.

The 4 Points Settled are reproduced below in Toto under Quotation: "One, a Pan Naga Hoho (essentially, a supreme Naga Council cutting across Naga-inhabited States) will be created as a statutory apex body with legislative, budgetary and negotiating powers. This will be an elected body and govern the Nagas eventually.

"Two, pending the integration of the Naga areas outside Nagaland into a single administrative unit, Regional Autonomous District Councils (RADCs) will be created for the Naga-inhabited districts of Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. These will come under the Pan Naga Hoho.

Three, the Indian Parliament will enact a Special Naga Law which will be incorporated in the Indian Constitution. The Special Naga Law will contain the division of competencies –subjects in the State, Union and Concurrent lists of the Indian Constitution –between the Centre and the Nagas. In this way, what the NSCN (IM) call the Naga Constitution will become an integral part of the Indian Constitution.

Four, all natural resources found in the Naga area below the ground and on the surface will belong to the Nagas. They will have the full right to exploit them except in the cases where they feel that they need to partner with the central government and its entities.

In such cases, joint agreements will be signed for exploration and exploitation of resources."

(Quotation ended) The Settlement Number I Provides:

a). A Pan Naga Hoho with a Supreme Naga Council for all Naga-inhabited States.

1. So far, Nagaland is the only "Naga-inhabited State" with elected Government and with Special Constitutional provision of Article 371A absolutely protecting the Traditional, Customary Practices of the Nagas of Nagaland and "land and its resource" even from the legislative intervention of the Indian Parliament unless the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland so desires.

There is absolutely no question of a NonGovernment NGO given Supreme Power above what even the Parliament of India has refrained.

Nagaland State can not be placed under a Pan Naga Hoho District Autonomous Body.

The Settlement Number II is supposed to provide: b). Regional Autonomous District Council (RADC) created under Pan Naga Hoho.

2. A District is conventionally only a part of a State; based on the natural similarities of shared common Way of Life, Practices, Culture, Customs, Traditions, Language and ethnicity. The Naga-inhabited Area, of Arunachal or Assam or Manipur States may be made each a District with Autonomous Council under the State to internally administer itself, but with the consent of the States, not without their consent.

An Autonomous District Council; to have "Legislative, Budgetary and Negotiating" (political?) undefined Power independent of the State, is far fetched.

3. As for Nagaland, it is already a Nagainhabited State of India with an elected Government and Power much above a District Autonomous Council. Nagaland, unlike any other States of India, has Special constitutional protection from the Legislation -Past, Present or Future- of even the Parliament on matters of Traditional Customary Practices of the Nagas of Nagaland.

There is no way, Pan Naga Apex Hoho of District Autonomous Councils (RDACs) of other States (Region?), to have Legislative, Fiscal or Political Power over the elected Government of Nagaland.

The Settlement Number III is supposed to provide: c). "division of competencies" into State, Concurrent, and Union lists.

4. The "division of Competencies" is just

a categorization of Subject Matters into the 'State List', 'Union List' and Shared or 'Concurrent List' that can be dealt both by the State and the Union Governments, for Legislation and Management. This is a normal conventional division of Subjects between the State and the Union Governments normally followed for all the States of India.

As mentioned above, the State of Nagaland has even the Competency of "Land and its Resources" peculiarly in the Constitution of India under a specific Article no other States of India has.

If the IM could get a "Non-amendable list of Competencies' for the Regional District Autonomous Councils of Nagas in Arunachal, Assam and Manipur recorded in the Constitution of India, then that would be a 'Unique History' greatly benefiting the Nagas directly and even Non-Nagas indirectly.

As for Nagaland, it would not accept retouching of the Constitutional Provisions to less than what it already has.

The settlement No. IV is supposed to: d). Nationalize all natural resources found in the surface and below the ground surface.

5. This is a complete negation of the -Private, Family, Clan, Khel, Village and Community –Rights, Unique among the Nagas. In Nagaland State, there is literally not a single square inch of land without an Owner.

Nagas owned their Land from time immemorial; no Royalty, not even in the ancient other than the people, owned the Land. Land should not be alienated from the people; it can not be alienated from the Nagas.

This Settlement is a foolish negation of the 'Unique History of the Nagas', a reversal of inherited ancient ancestral Property.

It is unacceptable.

These are the comments of concerned Elders after long thoroughly open and often hot discussions of Views of the gathered on 14 May 2016, represented here by the following selected persons: 1. Dr. Kepelhusie Terhüja.

2. Vimedo Hibo.

3. Dr. Salie Iralu.

4. Ningusie Meyase.

5. Vizosül Nikha.

6. Kevisiezolie Suohu.

7. Thepfulhouvi Solo.

8. Zasilhoutuo Makritsü.

Big or small, a nation is a nation: NNC

Address on the 65th Anniversary Of Naga Plebiscite at the Peace Hall, Chedema Ladies and Gentlemen, Warm greetings to all of you on this auspicious day. I am delighted to see many of the Plebiscite signatories gather here today in honour of your pledge and in honour of the fateful day. The day reminds me of my participation at Sohomi, Chakhesang Region, when I was there as a school teacher.

Sixty-five years ago on this day, over six thousand Nagas came from all over our country to Kohima to witness and to give their pledge that they will stand by our nation. which commenced the Voluntary Plebiscite on 16th May, 1951 at 10: 00 A.M. Big or small, a nation is a nation. But when your next neighbour country ridicule your existence the right way to do is not fight but to show in action. That was the reason the Naga National Council (NNC) under the leadership of A.Z. Phizo decided to have a voluntary Plebiscite by the Naga people for the Naga people.

For this, he travelled all over the country for four months on foot and explained the situation to the people. As the Naga people loved their country, they understood their right easily. In the Plebiscite,

two choices were given- independence or join India. The out-come was 99.9% pledged to stay independent. All the arrangements were carried out openly, and NNC even informed the Indian government four months before it took place. With this Plebiscite result the Nagas had shown to the world that they are a sovereign nation. By tradition Nagas take oath very seriously.

On the Plebiscite day, the NNC President in his speech to the people said; “we shall do all what is humanly possible so that we shall not have to go down in history in shame or live in sorrow and disgrace; what else we cannot, we leave it to God’s own mercy and to His care and pray that we do not become a victim of the Indian imperialism” the President further added; “This Plebiscite is not whether Nagaland should become a part of India or not. This is only to show India and the world of Naga unity as one effective nation in order to let INDIA know the position of NAGALAND.” This message is for us to take note of and make our principle of it.

After the Naga Plebiscite result was known, the Indian gov-

ernment sent an emissary and held a meeting with A.Z. Phizo in Shillong, Assam and offered “any amount of money” for development of Nagaland, but Phizo refused. He told the emissary, “my body is mine if you need my help, I can help what I can do but my country is not mine but you can talk to my people.” He was always conscious about the country that once we lose our country we shall no longer be a free man, and development do not bring freedom.

On the part of India, after their founding father of their nation Mahatma Ghandhi died their government disregarded their national policy of non-violence and invaded Nagaland.

Before and after the Naga Plebiscite the Indian first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru warned the Naga delegation when they met him in New Delhi. He said “I will use all the forces at my command to crush you.” Surprisingly followed to his treat by sending his armed forces from 1954 onwards to 1964 till the Ceasefire Agreement was arranged and signed between the Federal Government of Nagaland and the Government of India as two nations.

Everywhere people remember those who died for their country. Many Nagas suffered and died in defense of our country, and for their sacrifice Nagaland survives today. And by the grace of God we are here today as He saved our people in that dark period in the hands of our enemy who chased our people like animals.

But a section of Nagas used the Naga’s name went in the wrong direction and brought in many evils after the Ceasefire Agreement with India. There are people who use the so-called Shillong Accord as a ghost and scare other to disturb people’s mind but truth shall prevail. Hope they will realize their mistake. “Unity” is not the problem but those who break it is the problem.

The Nagas are not asking anything from India. Nagaland was and is never a part of India. Besides, Nagaland is not an enemy of India. What the Nagas expect from India is that reason must prevail and usher in peace between Nagaland and India.

May God Bless Nagaland.

Urra Uvie.

Adinno Phizo, President, Naga National Council.

he final departure of the headhunting generation, weaned under a strict traditional code of human dignity, honesty and honour as a way of life, was an eminent transition waiting to evolve with the advent of Christianity and the dawn of new enlightenment. The new generation of educated and semi-educated Naga leaders emerging immediately after the post headhunting era however, carried forth the legacy of these laudable traditional traits reinforced with Christian moral values whether they worked as politicians or bureaucrats. Without doubt this was a visionary generation who deserve all our unflinching respect for they were true responsible leaders honestly concerned for the general welfare of the masses. The political bosses of that era were reasonably transparent and upright in their approach to governance. Bureaucracy matched this standard of honesty every step of the way.

Imagine the unbelievable times as we recount bureaucratic Heads of Departments receiving official calls of explanation for their inability to spend the meagre budget allocated to their respective departments and surrendering the leftover budget. It would now sound more like a fairy tale and yet such a time of Naga innocence did once exist not very long ago.

As compared, the present Naga generation seems to be complacently floundering in a visionless fool's paradise totally incapable of transcending beyond petty tribalism and factionalism and nepotism instead of seriously taking stock of the dangers lurking ahead and thinking together intelligently for a common good to counter the negative forces that is floating our way. We are completely oblivious to the gigantic tsunami that is fast approaching our coast while we indifferently wallow in our selfish preoccupation. Know that the coming tsunami will hit the wealthy upper class squarely where it will hurt them the most and will equally cripple all the unsuspecting villages with their respective village land holdings falling under the policy whip of nationalisation of the NSCN (IM) as per their outdated "Communist Constitution" that they are all determinedly set to impose. Think very hard to what is being said! The long years of hard labour to amass honest or dishonest wealth/ properties will be reduced to nothing because it will all be nationalised by NSCN (IM) (meaning all personal wealth/ property will become government property) once our 'elected' representatives in our present Legislative Assembly gives way to NSCN (IM) to form the next government after the final negotiated settlement with the GoI. Despite repeated review being shared in the media on this subject, the Nagas are still unable to wake up to this impending catastrophe. The likely disturbing scenario foreseeable is that the Nagas will only wake up to Communism when it is too late to react and tamely and fearfully give up by swallowing the bitter pill when the eye of the storm in the form of AK 47 is well and truly upon us. The time has come for every sensible Naga to carefully read the Constitution of the NSCN (IM) and see whether they are really prepared to live under it...for this is a reality at our doorsteps!

The most frustrating truth is that Nagas of Nagaland has no honourable apex body to lead the charge and raise crucial relevant questions that could alter the course destiny while we still have the time to do so by demanding forthright answers from those perpetuating confusion. The first and foremost question that NSCN (IM) must unequivocally clarify to the people of Nagaland is: (1) Are they intending to impose their arbitrary will on the Nagas people with their present Communist "Yehzabo" in Toto with "one party hierarchy"; "Collective Leadership" and "nationalisation of personal properties" policy as envisioned therein... should they get the opportunity to form the next Government?

Nagas have the right to know this!

The other disturbing questions which must thereafter follow are that: (2) Their Constitution begins with a Preamble "We the people of Nagaland". NSCN (IM) needs to explain when "We the people of Nagaland" were given the opportunity to choose Communism over Democracy?

Such a titanic shift of gear that will drastically impact every living soul in Nagaland must have a clear mandate of the people first before it is wilfully imposed.

(3) With or without physical integration of all Naga inhabited area in Assam,

Arunachal Pradesh and Manipur forming their respective 'District Autonomous Councils' to be brought under the purview of Pan Naga Hoho (which will exercise all statutory legislative, financial and negotiating authority) is it the intent of NSCN (IM) to reduce the state of Nagaland equal to the "District Autonomous Councils" of other states as an affiliate of the Pan Naga Hoho?

(4) If so, the Nagas of Nagaland will become a minority in the Pan Naga Hoho as is the case under the present puppet set up of Naga Hoho. How does the NSCN (IM) propose to legitimise their present "Yehzabo" which only applies to "We the people of Nagaland" and not on all the other members of the Pan Naga Hoho from other region who will constitute the majority in the Pan Naga Hoho setup but have not endorsed their Yehzabo? Will they impose their will on the rest of the majority with their AK 47 wielding NSCN (IM) Tangkhul cadre (absorbed into the security force as enunciated by the Governor of Nagaland)?

(5) What explanation does NSCN (IM) have about the contradictory 'Independent Naga Constitution' which is supposedly becoming an integral incorporated part of the Indian Constitution? In what way is it different from the Shillong Accord 1975 or that of the 16-PA/ Article 371 A? People deserve answers and if they have nothing to hide then they ought to clarify this contentious issue that seriously deviates from the historical Plebiscite aspiration of 16th May 1951!

These are some of the uncomfortable questions and more that Nagas of Nagaland should be asking NSCN (IM) to clarify rather than blindly endorsing the "Framework Agreement". If we are to believe what Bharat Bhushan had projected earlier about the four broad agreements entered into by NSCN (IM) with the GoI, it literally depicts a status reduction of the State of Nagaland equal to that of the "Autonomous District Councils" of other States as an equal affiliate member to the proposed Pan Naga Hoho.

Did our first generation elders sacrifice their lives for this status reduction and live as a minority under a Communist Pan Naga Hoho for all times to come?

The people of Nagaland have the right to also ask our so-called elected representative Government of Nagaland with equally relevant questions: (A) How many Ministers/ Parliamentary Secretaries/ Advisors/MLAs have actually read and understood the "Yehzabo" of NSCN (IM)?

(B) If they have read it then are they really prepared to allow NSCN (IM) to nationalise all their ill gotten properties?

(C) Have our elected representatives of Nagaland ever sought clarification from NSCN (IM) what kind of a government system they intends to introduce? Are they able to clearly understand the contents of what NSCN (IM) Yehzabo is all about in spite of which they are still full heartedly prepared to step down?

(D) They perhaps believe that their action will be read as an honourable sign of magnanimity for all the 60 Members of the Legislative Assembly to collectively resign and give way to NSCN (IM) to form the next Government if they conclude the negotiated settlement with the GoI. But the important question that they all need to answer as elected representatives of the people is whether they have taken the consent of the people who voted for them to step down especially when the proposition is to abnormally replace Democracy with Communism? This is a very serious paradigm shift that will forever change the face of freedom in Nagaland. It would be senselessly inappropriate to copycat the experience of Mizoram because Mr. Lalthanhaula was able to graciously given way to Mr. Laldenga who too continued upholding Democratic principles of governance. Had Mr. Laldenga proposed to inflict Communism on the people of Mizoram... as NSCN (IM) is intending to impose in Nagaland...such a smooth transition might not have occurred at all. The government of Nagaland must answer these questions as well because the people have a right to know which path we are being lead towards by them.

Fellow brothers and sisters of Nagaland, these are only sample questions to provoke the thoughts of our generation. It's time to raise relevant questions such as these and seek upfront answers before it is too late.

Time is slowly but surely running out on us!

Khekiye K. Sema IAS (Rtd), Kohima

Are SeMINArIeS BeCoMINg CeMeterIeS?

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s a son of clergy and pursuing the steps to join in that fold, I recognize that the role of clergy is one that doesn’t strike a note with many people. As a student of theology, one gets to know that theological institutions are not a heavenon-earth, as many suppose it to be. The rigorous exercises of working through different theologies, Church history, philosophies and biblical texts make many so familiar with the theology-stuff that breeds contempt and irreverence towards God’s book and his workings. I can’t help but think of the Russian dictator, Stalin, in the mid 20 century, who was trained in Gori Theological School and later on enrolled in the Orthodox Seminary of Tiflis butabandoned his priestly education to become one of the revolutionary activists in Russia ultimately becoming a strong despotic political figure in his era killing over 20 million of his own people. Another example is the swaggering father of evolution theory named Charles Darwin who was enrolled in Christ College, Cambridge University, studying to be a clergyman in the Church of England. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Theology but sadly turned to the opposite direction in rejecting his former faith.Likewise, there are tons of theological students who have ended so miserably.

Thousands are graduating every year

from theological schools (colleges/institutions/seminaries) annually even in our land.

Having a taste of theological studies for some years, I’ve seen so many enrolling in theological institutions with the fire and zeal to serve the Lord. But the years spent in theological trainings have totally killed every strand of those passions within them. They end as dry as a bone. Although they graduate, the degrees are only to be hanged on the walls of their room. Nothing more can we expect of them. In my opinion, seminaries are a place where true nature of one’s commitment and dedication are exposed. There are novices that come at a very young age to study theology and they should be prepared to meet these serious challenges of the faith. There is also this need to reassess and review the subject matters taught in theological schools. I’m not in a position to judge as to what should be imparted. But i can say that most of what is being discoursed in theological settings has very less to do with the practical realities of a Church environment. Now, don’t get me wrong because theology is not only confined to the Church buildings but to every aspect of domain in the society.

There are articles and blogs in the web debating as to whether theological degrees are actually needed for clergies in the Church.

Many have to say that degrees are not prereq-

uisite in the Lord’s ministry. With or without a theological background, there are scores of committed Christians who are serving the Lord in their own capacities. Some of the noted Christian writers and preachers who haven’t gone through formal theological studies contributed immensely to the building of God’s kingdom. To cite some: Charles Haddon Spurgeon, Joel Osteen, Bill Hybels, T.D. Jakes, Brian McLaren, Matt Chandler, ZacPoonen, and host of others, they do not possess seminary degrees. Some would tell me, “O brother! These days’ non-theological students are far much better than trained ones.” I would respond to them with a smile.

There is no denial that there are host of theological trained graduates that are less committed than the untrained groups. Of course, that’s a fractionalassessment of many, but inadvertently, there are too many theological colleges that do not provide the right source of knowledge for the theologians and students alike.

Nowadays, the cost of pursuing formal theological seminaries is better concealed.

It is inarguably too high. Not to mention the devastation of many gullible souls by wrong philosophies and theologies. The brainwashing of people’s mind with wrong doctrines is also the doings of the deceiver. One Western Seminary Professor said thisto us in a Bible

study room, “Seminary can be a cemetery where called people come to die and be buried.” Indeed, many seminariesarea dangerous domicile to be if one’s faith is feeble and shaky.It is and will take many souls to destruction before the appointed time.

Now, there may be a misreading that I’m against Biblical seminaries and colleges but not so. I’m a product of one. One of the reasons why the Church exists to this day is because ofthe prominent theologians’ contributions and proper theologies that have set things straight throughout the ages. Martin Luther studies on Psalms, Hebrews and Romans which gave him new enlightenment on repentance, salvation and the role of faith.

He was one of the 16th century theologians that brought out the idea of justification by faith and faith alone (Rom. 1:17). He defied the authorities of pope in the selling of indulgences and opened the eyes of simple adherents to know the truth. The American theologian, Jonathan Edward brought revival to his own land; the John and Charles Wesley who founded the evangelical movement known as Methodism; the George Whitfield of Britain who brought the Great Awakening in the 18thcentury. The John Stott, A.W. Tozer of the 19th century; the William Lane Craig, Mark Dever, John Lennox, R.C. Sproul, NT Wright, John F. MacArthur, John Piper, Ravi Zacharias

of our 21st century and host of others were all by-products of formal theological seminary studies. Most of the Biblical commentaries and Christian books we read today are written by theologians all through the ages.

Therefore, proper theological degrees and education is indispensable for every generation and is even more needed in this postmodern relativistic sceptical world we live in.

We live in changing times and there are offshoots of so many popular one-sided theologies which are influencing the mass in a very drastic manner. Seminaries are a place where all those theologies are made available and taken in tothe laboratory for examination and testing through dialogues, colloquiums and presentations. It is a place where everything is critically examined rationally and biblically. Therefore, seminaries provide a suitable place for students to develop and sharpen their minds to see through things and not assent things unquestioningly. Truly, seminaries is a place of reality check as it informs, develops and leads people to decide what to buy and what to leave behind in the market of theologies. Dennis Prager, a Jewish author wittingly commented, “The only difference between your local college and a Christian seminary is that the latter is more honest.”God bless.

Vebu Khamo, Kohima Bible College.

Readers may please note that the contents of the articles, letters and opinions published do not reflect the outlook of this paper nor of the Editor in any form.

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Tomlinson receives Reality of an Amazing Dream bizarre threat from fan T his week, the Dimapur community will have the opportunity to witness its first serious music Graduation Recital/ Music Showcase of top calibre and quality in performance. These back-to-back Recitals will feature 3 candidates who are to graduate with a degree in Bachelor of Music in Choral Conducting and Music Associate Diplomas, respectively.

The Recitals will take place at the Northern Lights Chapel NCM Campus inside the CRDS Compound along Nagarjan Road, on dates 18th and 19th May 2016 at 4pm in the evening.

Repertoire will include the music of Haydn’s Organ Mass, Moses Hogan’s collection of Negro Spirituals,

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inger Louis Tomlinson has received a threat from a fan who said she hoped his baby died.

After the threat, his followers have shown support to the former One Direction member online. An audio clip recently began circulating online, allegedly recording Tomlinson receiving a call from an unknown girl, reports dailystar.co.uk.

The female voice is heard saying: "You f***ing bitch. I hope your baby dies." The male voice, reportedly Tomlinson, then says: "Did you really just say that? Luckily I've got you on record here so that's going to go straight to my lawyer. Well done." The clip was shared by 1D Updates after other recordings of Tomlinson talking to the fan emerged.

The 24-year-old answered a call from a mystery fan, who somehow got his mobile phone number and asked for him to follow her on Twitter. In a second audio clip, Tomlinson told her: "I hope you're s****ing yourself, you should be terrified" but when the baby threat leaked, his fans were firmly on Tomlinson's side. #RespectLouis began trending worldwide, with thousands of fans supporting the star, who welcomed son Freddie with former girlfriend Briana Jungwirth earlier this year. The former couple have received a lot of abuse since Freddie Reign was born in January. A bizarre conspiracy theory that the baby was fake began circulating in April, with Jungwirth eventually being forced to address the rumours.

In a post on Instagram, the Los Angeles-based stylist said: "I don't usually speak out much, but I'd like to know how would you feel as a new proud mother reading something like this? How dare anyone call my child fake. That's sick and morally wrong. "Say all you'd like but I won't let anyone take away the happiness I have for my baby son. I know Louis won't either."

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an excerpt from Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana and other classical repertory pieces.

Also included is a small recital repertoire for vocal solos, Old Italian Arias and some obscure but enjoy-

able vocal solo negro spirituals.

H. Lalrinmawia is a graduating candidate from Mizoram who came to Nagaland Conservatory of Music with practically zero

knowledge in music. He has nothing but the zeal to learn and serve his mother church. After 4 years of studies he is not only an excellent Choral Conductor but a brilliant pianist who can

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ollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha, who has never shied away from expressing her anger towards internet trolls, was awarded with The Angries — a special award by the team of forthcoming film “The Angry Birds Movie”. As the name suggests, the film is all about expressing anger, speaking up for the right and finding a right way to channel anger. On the same lines, a campaign titled The Angries has been started where in the birds award celebrities who get angry for a good cause.

The first celebrity to be conferred with The Angries was Bollywood’s “Shotgun Junior” Sonakshi for taking on cyber bullies, read a statement. The “Tevar” star who was delighted to get the award, said: “Any kind of bullying is wrong! Stand up for yourself, be strong, be true, be you.” Sonakshi, who will be soon seen in films like “Akira” and “Force 2”, makes it a point to take her trolls head-on and has often expressed her anger at people’s judgmental views in the virtual world.

Taking the basic structure of Rovio Entertainment’s mobile game of the same name, the movie brings the game’s action to the big screen in a witty manner. In the game, angry but cute little birds fight it out with pigs which have stolen their eggs.

The film, which will hit the screens in India on May 27 in English, Hindi and Tamil, takes the audience back in time, tracing the origin of the battle between the birds and pigs. The film is supported by Jason Sudeikis as Red, Danny McBride as the volatile Bomb, Bill Hader as a pig, Maya Rudolph as Matilda, and Peter Dinklage as the Mighty Eagle. It will be distributed by Sony Pictures.

Sonakshi Sinha was awarded with The Angries — a special award by the team of forthcoming film The Angry Birds Movie.

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'Raman Raghav' lands a big punch in Cannes Hillstar

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nurag Kashyap's Raman Raghav 2.0 premiered in Cannes Directors' Fortnight to a rousing reception. The dark, disturbing neo-noir thriller is part of the parallel Directors' Fortnight, one of the more exciting sections at the 69th Cannes Film Festival.

The director and one of the film's two lead actors Nawazuddin Siddiqui fielded questions from the audience after the press screening. Four other members of the cast - Vicky Kaushal, Amruta Subhash, Shobhita Dhulipala and Anuschka Sawhney - were in attendance. Speaking outside the screening venue, Edouard Waintrop, Directors' Fortnight head and artistic director, described Raman Raghav 2.0 as classic Mumbai noir.

Taking off from a true story of a serial killer, who

terrorized Bombay in the mid-1960s and took a toll of 41 lives, the film tells a contemporary story built on the mind games played by the criminal and a cokesnorting, insomniac police officer.

For years I had in mind a period film based on the case, but making it would have needed a lot of money, Kashyap told the audience. So, we rewrote it as a story set in present times.

The film explores the dark side of people and by extension of the society they live in. It incorporates details from the true Raman Raghav case (of half a century ago).

Siddiqui, who anchors Raman Raghav 2.0 with a powerfully disquieting portrayal of a demented man who kills for the heck of it, had the bound script for five years, Kashyap revealed. It was a challenging role, said Siddiqui.

Kanye West compares wife Kim to O J Simpson

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Sonakshi Sinha gets award for getting angry

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inger-actress Barbra Streisand is all set to return to the stage with brand new tour dates and album Encore Movie Partners Sing Broadway. Her tour will begin from August 2 in Los Angeles and end one month later in Toronto. Encore will be released after the tour ends, said the Entertainment Weekly.

Streisand, 74, will sing

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tackle Mozart Sonatas and Chopin Works like any other decent pianist in the Northeast region. Yeshika Assumi, also came to us with only the same passion for music and serving the church.

He has completed our twoyear degree course (Music Associate Diploma) and is on to making great change for his community. Kusato Keyho, likewise, is a candidate about to graduate from NCM with a Music Associate Diploma. He will also join his community back in Phek to serve and make music.

Join us to celebrate their successes not just for the sake of their respective communities but for the musical success the will hail from the Northeast Region.

career hits as well as songs from Encore in her tour. It follows Streisand's 2014 album Partners, and will feature duets with some of Hollywood's biggest stars to sing Broadway classics.

This will be her third Broadway-focused album, following 1985's The Broadway Album and 1994's Back to Broadway.

apper Kanye West has compared his wife Kim Kardashian to American football player O J Simpson in a controversial new song.

The rapper, 38, appears on ScHoolboy Q's track 'That Part', and delivers a line about his reality TV star wife getting angry after he visits a strip club. "Wifey gonna kill me, she the female O J," he raps in a clip.

The song was released on May 12 and neither West nor Kardashian have commented on the lyrics. Kardashian's father Robert Kardashian was part of the defence team for the former NFL player when he was charged with the murder of ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman in 1994.

O J was acquitted of the murder charges in 1995, with the trial was the subject of the recent TV series "The People v O J Simpson: American Crime Story", which starred Cuba Gooding Jr in the title role and former "Friends" star David Schwimmer as Robert.

Kardashian and her family were very close to the disgraced sportsman, and even called him Uncle O J. It was also shown in the TV series that O J tried to commit suicide in the Kardashian home after being arrested for the murder of his ex-wife and her friend. O J was jailed in 2008 for kidnap and armed robbery, and is eligible for parole in 2017.

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I had to work hard to get into the mind of a serial killer. Before the shoot, I went away from Mumbai for two days to internalize the man's thought process.

By the end of it, I was at times scared of myself. Raman Raghav 2.0, slated for release in India in June, is Kashyap's third film in five years to make it to Directors' Fortnight.

In 2012, the two-part Gangs of Wasseypur, which also had Siddiqui in a key role, was unveiled in the prestigious parallel section. The very next year, Ugly, which probed the grimy underbelly of Mumbai, premiered in Directors' Fortnight. Given the positive reactions it has garnered in Cannes, Raman Raghav 2.0 seems poised to pull Mumbai's leading independent auteur out of the Bombay Velvet trough.

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Kangana Ranaut designs Veniceinspired line

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ational Award-winning actress Kangana Ranaut, known for her quirky dressing style, has designed a summer collection for designer brand Vero Moda. And her inspiration is the city of Venice. The collection, designed by Kangana, is titled 'Venice Cruise'.

Scenic prints of the city are captured and blended with pastel hues. The silhouettes are set to be sensual with a lot of drama, juxtapositioned with colours that vouch to bring forth the freshness of the summer season. This is the second time that Kangana is designing a capsule line for Vero Moda. Her earlier line was called Marquee.

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Kohli smashes IPL runs record

nEw dElhI, May 17 (aFP): Red-hot Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten halfcentury to break Chris Gayle's record for the most runs in a single Indian Premier League season.

Kohli, captain of the Royal Challengers Bangalore, has racked up 752 runs in 12 matches so far this year including three centuries and five 50s.

Kohli's 75-run blitz on Monday kept the Challengers' play-off hopes alive after they crushed the Kolkata Knight Riders by nine wickets.

The Indian batsman overtakes the powerful

Gayle, who scored 733 runs in 15 matches in 2012, while Australia's Mike Hussey tallied the same figure in 17 games in 2013.

Kohli, who batted with

an injured finger, stitched together a 115-run unbeaten stand with AB de Villiers (59).

Their partnership comes just two days after they recorded the highest partnership (229) in Twenty20 cricket history during the Challengers' match against the Gujarat Lions.

Teammate Gayle, who also found form at Eden Gardens with a 31-ball 49, paid credit to the in-form duo.

"Those two guys are playing like Batman and Superman. They are in the form of their life," said the Jamaican.

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nEw dElhI, May 17 (PTI): Batting legend Sunil Gavaskar has backed Rahul Dravid as the next Indian cricket team coach, saying if the BCCI was looking for a change, the former India captain is best suited for the job. "I have been saying that for long.

Every player needs a cooling period (after retirement) and it seems Rahul Dravid has served his cooling period," Gavaskar said.

"My honest advise to BCCI is that in case they are looking for a change there is no one better than Rahul Dravid," he was quoted as saying by 'NDTV'. In the past as

well, Gavaskar has vouched for Dravid and suggested his name for the top job after the sacking of Duncan Fletcher.

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting, too, has supported U-19 India coach and current Delhi Daredevils mentor Dravid as the right guy for the India job.

"I don't think BCCI will find many better candidates than someone like him (Dravid). If he's interested in doing the job, he will do a good job," Ponting said. "He's got a lot of knowledge, is very experienced and understands all three formats.

Westbrook stars as Thunder stun Warriors

Oakland, May 17 (aFP): Russell Westbrook inspired a second-half fightback as the Oklahoma City Thunder came from behind to beat the Golden State Warriors 108-102 in the opening game of the Western Conference finals on Monday.

Westbrook poured on 27 points as the Thunder overturned a 60-47 halftime deficit to snatch victory in a pulsating clash between two of the most potent attacking units in the NBA. We s t b ro o k also chipped in with 12 assists and six rebounds while team-mate Kevin Durant finished with 26 points as the visitors silenced the Golden State home crowd at the Oracle Arena.

"It's a game of two halves, man," Westbrook said after the win. "We're a great team. We didn't play our best game but we came out with a win."

Westbrook played a pivotal role on defense, time and again using his blistering speed to pounce on stray passes by the Warriors.

"He's probably the quickest guard in the league," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said of Westbrook.

"I thought when we lost

Thunder guard Russell Westbrook dunks against the Warriors late in Game 1. (Kyle Terada, USA TODAY Sports)

our aggressiveness and our momentum offensively in the second half, a lot of that had to do with his speed and aggressiveness," the Warriors coach added.

Golden State looked to

be sprinting away to a onesided victory after blasting into a commanding early in the first half, converting a series of rash Oklahoma City turnovers into points.

NBA MVP Stephen Cur-

ry -- who finished with 26 points -- rubbed salt into the wound on the stroke of halftime with a trademark longrange three-pointer to give the Warriors a 13-point lead.

But the Thunder re-

emerged after the halftime interval a different side, with Westbrook leading the charge to slash the Warriors' advantage with a virtuoso third quarter performance.

Westbrook piled up 19 points in the third quarter to help put the Thunder within three points of the Warriors at 88-85 heading into the fourth quarter.

With Oklahoma City's defense successfully neutralizing the threat posed

by Curry, it was left to Durant and Westbrook to take control.

Oklahoma City opened up a 101-93 lead in the final few minutes but the reigning NBA finals champion Warriors clawed their way back to within one point at 101-100.

Just when it looked as if Golden State were poised to pull off another Houdini act, the Thunder regrouped and edged clear once more.

The visitors received a fortunate call when Westbrook avoided being called for traveling at 105-102 with 17 seconds remaining, and three more points sealed the win as time ran out for the Warriors.

Game Two in the best of seven series takes place in Oakland on Wednesday.

Nat’l Kung Fu C’ship: State Leicester celebrate title triumph with victory parade wins two silver medals Nagaland gets first representative in IKFF Hall of Fame

MOkOkChung, May 17 (MExn): Two players representing the All Nagaland Kung Fu Association (ANKFA) won silver medals at the recently held 14th National Kung Fu Championship 2016 at Shevgaon, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra.

The national championship, organized by the Indian Kung Fu Federation and hosted by All Maharashtra Kung Fu Federation, was held from May 8 to 10, a press release from the ANKFA informed.

The two players representing Nagaland were: Toshimeren, from Mokokchung, who won his silver medal in the 70 kg category in Sanda (sparring) competition; and Kalam Khan, from Dimapur, who won his silver medal in the 56 kg category in sparring.

Meanwhile, Bendangakum and Waluniba who were awarded National Referee Certificates by the

Bendangakum, Waluniba, Toshimeren and Kalam Khan with their medals and mementoes at the 14th National Kung Fu Championship 2016.

IKFF recently officiated some of the matches in the national championship as referees in both Taolu (Kata) and Sanda (Sparring) segments of the competition.

Bendangakum, who is also the president of ANKFA, was also inducted

into the IKFF Hall of Fame class of 2016, the first Kung Fu player from Nagaland to achieve the feat.

ANKFA congratulates Bendangakum and his team representing Nagaland, who reached Mokokchung last evening, for bringing laurels to the state.

lEICESTER, May 17 (REuTERS): Leicester City's players celebrated their Premier League title success with a victory parade on an open-top bus through the streets of the Midlands county town in front of about 250,000 ecstatic fans on Monday.

Supporters had begun lining the streets from midday to see their heroes and Italian manager Claudio Ranieri display the gleaming trophy that had seemed an unlikely prize at the start of the season when they were 5,000-1 outsiders.

The players waved and smiled as they passed the thousands thronging the streets on their way from Jubilee Square in the city centre to a special stage erected in Victoria Park where they lapped up the adulation of the adoring Foxes faithful.

The players were individually introduced to the crowd who cheered every name and the players re-enacted being presented with the trophy -- which they had received officially after their final home game against Everton at the King Power Stadium.

"I enjoyed today in front of all our fans. I want to say thank you to everybody because in all the season they pushed behind us and they believed in us," said Ranieri, who like Leicester, picked up his first top-flight league title.

Captain Wes Morgan said: "What we've achieved this season has been fantastic and the boys and the staff...

Ranieri named Manager of the Year

Leicester manager Claudio Ranieri with Danny Simpson, Kasper Schmeichel, Riyad Mahrez, Andy King, Danny Drinkwater Leonardo Ulloa, Jamie Vardy and Robert Huth with the trophy on the bus during Leicester City's Premier League Title Winners Parade at Leicester on May 16. (Reuters)

and the fans, everyone has contributed to it and it has been a fantastic season and you can't take that away from us."

Leicester finished 10 points ahead of Arsenal, with Tottenham Hotspur, the only team left chasing the Foxes in the final weeks of the season, finishing a further point back.

Algeria winger Riyad Mahrez added: "I'm very happy to be here with these fans and it's amazing, unbelievable. What we've done this

season... we should be proud of ourselves. It's magnificent."

Highlights of the club's amazing season, including goals from striker Jamie Vardy, the Football Writers' Player of the Year, and PFA Player of the Year Mahrez, plus memorable quotes from Ranieri, were replayed on big screens to cheers.

Rock band Kasabian, who formed in Leicester in 1997 and are fans of the club, performed after the players left the stage.

lOndOn, May 17 (aFP): Leicester City's inspirational manager Claudio Ranieri has picked up another piece of silverware after being elected Manager of the Year by England's League Managers Association (LMA).

The 64-year-old Italian becomes only the second non-Briton to win the award after Arsenal's French manager Arsene Wenger, who was honoured in 2002 and 2004.

Ranieri, who was also crowned Premier League Manager of the Year, collected the award at a ceremony in London on Monday after a helicopter ride from Leicester's Premier League victory parade.

He succeeds Bournemouth's Eddie Howe, who won last year's prestigious LMA award after steering Bournemouth to promotion from the Championship for the first time in the club's history.

State Chess C’ship from May 23

kOhIMa, May 17 (MExn): The 15th State Chess Challenger Championship will be held from May 23 to 26 at Red Cross Society Conference Hall, Kohima. A press release from the Nagaland Chess Association informing this stated that the registrations will close at 10am on May 23. For registration, contact Scholar Book House, Khedi Market, Near NST, Kohima. The inaugural ceremony will start at 11am on May 23 and will be graced by C.L. John, Minister Rural Development & REPA Nagaland as chief guest, the release further informed.

Heavyweight champion Fury apologises for offensive remarks lOndOn, May 17 (REuTERS): World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has apologised for offensive remarks he made in an online video last week, insisting he is 'not a bigot or a racist'. The outspoken Briton, preparing for a re-match with Wladimir Klitschko who he surprisingly de-throned in Dusseldorf in November to win the WBA, WBO and IBF belts, caused controversy with homophobic, sexist and anti-Semitic comments during an Q and A session with his uncle and trainer Peter Fury.

"I apologise to anyone who may have taken offence at any of my comments," Fury said in a statement. "I said some things, which may have hurt some people, which as a Christian man is not something I would ever want to do." "I mean no harm or disrespect to anyone and I know more is expected of me as an ambassador of British boxing and I promise in future to hold myself up to the highest possible standard." In January, the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBC) reminded him of his responsibilities after he made derogatory remarks about women and criticised homesexuality and abortion. Fury faces Klitschko for the WBA and WBO belts in Manchester on July 9, having rescinded the IBF belt because of a contractual dispute.

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