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State Level National Children’s Science Congress’ on Oct 30

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india, Africa demand ‘rightful place’ in Un security council

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A Brazilian Gaviao Indian takes part in the bow and arrow competition at the 2015 World Indigenous Games, in Palmas, Brazil. Billed as the indigenous Olympics, the games are expected to attract nearly 2,000 athletes from dozens of Brazilian ethnicity, as well as from such far-flung nations as Ethiopia and New Zealand. (AP Photo)

Dimapur Police acts tough on crime

8 arrested for human trafficking, illegal collection and abduction

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DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 27 (MExN): Acting tough on crime, Dimapur police in the past one week made a number of significant arrests on cases related to human trafficking, illegal collection and abduction. In a breakthrough in cases related to human trafficking, four girls were rescued and reunited with their parents, Dimapur police informed in a press release on Tuesday. The children went missing on different dates. One of the children was only four months old, when she went missing from Dimapur railway station on August, 2014. The investigation trail led to Hojai in Assam from where she was rescued by personnel of Women Cell,

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Dimapur police on October 20, 2015. Two person arrested in this connection were identified as Amina Khatoon (52 years) and Noor Islam (35 years), both hailing from Hojai. Police said the child was kidnapped by Islam and sold off to Khatoon for a sum of Rs. 2000. In related cases, three other missing girls were rescued on October 22 and 25. Two of the girls were rescued from Jalukie by Women Cell on October 22, while the fourth was rescued on October 25. In a case of abduction, on October 23, five persons were arrested for abducting a truck driver for ransom. The abductors picked up the victim from Padum Pukhuri area and a sum of Rs. 10,000 was demanded for his release from the employer. The victim was later rescued from Super Market area, and five people involved in the abduction were arrested. The police also impounded an auto rick-

shaw used for the crime. The arrested persons were identified as ‘Sgt. Maj.’ Akahino Awomi of the FGN (NA), ‘2nd Lieut.’ Semato alias John Yepthomi of FGN (NA), Hito Zhimomi, Nighato Chophy and Aboto Kiba. On October 22, one man identified as Inavi Kinimi was arrested for collecting tax from commercial trucks near Khushiabill. Police said “illegally collected cash and other incriminating documents” were seized from the possession of the man, reportedly a ‘Rajapeyu’ in the GPRN/NSCN. Stolen bikes recovered Dimapur police said it has also recovered three two wheelers. The recovered motor-cycles include 2 Yamaha R15 and a Yamaha Rx 100 bearing chassis numbers - ME11CK016C2026478, MU11CK041E2015894 and 0565RH5031574, respectively.

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long pending issue,” she added. The minister said India welcomed the progress achieved during the 69th session of the United Nations General Assembly under the leadership of Sam Kutesa of Uganda towards commencing textbased negotiations. “We look forward to working together in an active negotiating process to take this forward,” she said. The minister suggested putting in place a regular review mechanism to evaluate implementation of the various cooperation initiatives between India and Africa at the bilateral, regional and pan-African levels. “In the past, the solidarity between India and Africa was vital to defeat the forces of colonialism. Today, India and Africa are engaged in an equally vital struggle - the struggle to eliminate poverty and uplift our people,” Sushma Swaraj said. She said India and countries from Africa were working to ensure provision of healthcare, education, employment, access to modern energy services, infrastructure, and connectivity between resources and markets. “The similarity of our priorities and shared purpose provide special strength and context to our partnership. Providing universal access to primary healthcare and battling diseases are particularly urgent priorities for both India and Africa,” she said. She said “all our nations” find themselves faced with the growing scourge of terrorism. “The menace of non-state actors and cross-border terrorism has acquired a new dimension. The scale of this challenge is huge and undermines the peace and stability in our countries, which is essential for our development efforts,” she said.

Some countries in Africa are also countering threats of violence from local and international extremist outfits. Swaraj said there was need to step up cooperation through intelligence exchange and called for adoption of convention against terrorism. The minister said that Indian credit lines totalling nearly $9 billion were fostering the economic and infrastructural development of Africa. “We have utilised the vehicle of lines of credit to foster economic and infrastructural development in Africa. In the last decade, a total of almost $9 billion in concessional credit has been approved for nearly 140 projects in more than 40 African countries and ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) by India. So far, nearly 60 projects have been completed,” she said. She said India was among the first emerging economies to unilaterally put in place a duty-free market access scheme for least developed countries (LDCs). She also pointed out at how Indian companies were increasingly investing in Africa and referred to the strong cooperation between India and Africa on global trade issues. The minister said that over 180,000 Indian troops have participated in UN peacekeeping missions - more than from any other country - and pitched for greater involvement of troops from contributing countries in the decision making process. Tuesday is the second day of the third IAFS. The summit meeting to be attended by nearly 40 heads of state and government and high representatives of the remaining 54 African countries will be held on Thursday.

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India seeks to expedite Act East Policy NSCN (R) condemn assault After Myanmar, new waterways in offing to link India, Bangladesh

NEw DElhI, OCTOBER 27 (IANS): India on Tuesday made a strong pitch for early reforms of the United Nations Security Council before a gathering of Africa’s leaders, saying both India and Africa can no longer be excluded from their “rightful place” in the world body. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, who addressed the ministerial meeting of the Third India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS) here, also referred to the scourge of terrorism faced by India and Africa and said the menace of non-state actors and cross-border terrorism has acquired a new dimension. She said India was committed to a people-centric approach for cooperation with African countries which focuses on capacity building, human resource development and technical and financial support for mutually agreed priorities. The minister said that unless there were more democratic global governance structures, a more equitable international security and development framework will continue to elude the world. “Although Indians and Africans comprise nearly 2.5 billion people, our nations continue to be excluded from appropriate representation in the institutions of global governance,” she said. “India and Africa can no longer be excluded from their rightful place of the permanent membership of the UN Security Council. How can we expect legitimacy from a governance structure that excludes the entire African continent and a country, which represents one-sixth of humanity?” “The 70th session of the UN General Assembly is an opportune moment to achieve concrete results on this

on its cadres by NSCN (IM)

An official of the Inland AgARTAlA, OCTOBER Waterways Authority of India 27 (IANS): After Myanmar, In(IWAI) said that of the 16 water- DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 27 dia has kicked off the process to Expressing doubt on the integway projects, a significant por- (MExN): NSCN (R) has strongly rity of NSCN (IM), the NSCN (R) open new waterways with Bantion of works of three projects in condemned what it alleged as felt that no peace can be achieved gladesh, a move that would faAssam, Mizoram and Manipur “brutality of NSCN (IM) on other by such harsh actions committed cilitate the movement of people, mostly involving Bangladesh, northeast region. The union cabinet recent- has already been completed at Naga Political Groups (NPGs) par- by the former. goods and machinery between has been undertaken on a prithem and hugely help land- ority basis to increase bilateral ly revised the cost of the proj- a cost of Rs.15 crore. It maintained that the NSCN ticularly on NSCN (R) workers.” trade and to increase the move- ect from Rs.535 crore to Rs. Construction of 17-metrelocked northeastern India. An MIP release from the outfit (IM) ought to maintain discipline According to union Minis- ment of people,” Singh told 2,904 crore. The funds will be long floating terminals at 20 on Tuesday said NSCN (R) cad- and political integrity towards other given as grant to Myanmar. places on the Brahmaputra riv- res has been facing atrocities from NPGs at this juncture. “NSCN (R) is ter for DoNER (Development IANS in an interview. “The shipping ministry, in The much-expected project er has been completed while the NSCN (IM) in Kiphire, Tamen- the only NPG who straight forwardly of North Eastern Region) Jitendra Singh, India is prioritising association with the ministry of will provide an alternative ac- the construction of 17-metre- glong, Kohima and the latest inci- welcomed and support NSCN (IM) multi-modal connectivity in external affairs, is looking into cess route to the northeast and long floating terminal pon- dent was the ‘arrest’ of Major Ten- Peace Accord signed with GoI on Autoons at 15 places has been nyson and Lieutenant Ngamre of gust 3, thinking that, it will serve the the northeastern region, in- this. Assam, Tripura and other boost the region’s economy. The idea is to have a 225- initiated by the Assam govern- Zeliangrong region at Nongba on purpose of the Nagas. But their brutal cluding water connectivity, northeastern states would be acts has increased after the Accord,” The beef ban don’t bother and already 16 waterway proj- benefited to a large extent un- km waterway from Sittwe Port ment. The project is scheduled October 21 last. to Paletwa, both in Myanmar, to be completed by December me. Its his holier-than-cow ects, mostly involving Bangla- der these ambitious projects.” It alleged that the above men- the MIP statement read. attitude that bothers me. India is now implement- along the Kaladan river, near 2016, the minister added. desh, have been approved for It further alleged that the NSCN tioned members were brutally asing the Kaladan Multi-Mod- Mizoram. A 62-km road will India and Bangladesh have a saulted and was still in their custody. (IM) did not consult other NPGs bethis region. “To expedite Prime Min- al Transit-Transport Project connect Paletwa to the Indian 2,979 km land border and 1,116 Further, the NSCN (IM) also ‘arrest- fore and after signing of the Accord ister Narendra Modi’s Act East through Sittwe port in Myan- border village of Zochawch- km of riverine boundary. They ed’ Lieutenant Teiso Angami and which clearly indicate that it will not Policy, multi-modal connectiv- mar to resolve the connectivity huah in eastern Mizoram, one also share 54 common rivers, in- Mhasivikho on October 25 in Kohi- be accepted as Naga Accord by the problem in the mountainous of eight northeastern states. Naga citizens. cluding the Brahmaputra. ma, the MIP informed. DIMAPUR, OCTOBER ity in the northeastern region, 27 (MExN): The Nagaland RMSA written exam 2014 qualified candidate forum has called off the indefinite agitation which began from today onwards. The RMSA treated villagers for malaria, tuberculocandidates are demanding • No medicines, villagers dying sis, body pains, diarrhea, wounds and declaration of viva-voce reof diseases which are curable injuries, and skin diseases. sult, appointment orders Another area of serious concern, and viva-voce for sports in- • People turn to opium to get which the FBR team discovered, was structor candidate. A press relief from pain on the alarming number of villagers adstatement from the fodicted to opium. “Many of these peorum said the agitation was • Villagers worried for the fuple were opium addicts because there called off after Commisture of children’s education is no other medicine available; in order sioner & Secretary, Educato get relief from their pain they turn to tion, Philip Solo assured DIMAPUR, OCTOBER 27 (MExN): opium and then become addicts,” the them that their demands A report from the ‘Free Burma Rangers’ report explained, while adding that the would be worked out by (FBR) Naga Social Relief team has revillagers even requested assistance in November 10, once the vealed how Nagas of Eastern Nagaland dealing with their addictions. Minister of Education and in Myanmar exist in utter neglect with The team, during their journey, also Chief Secretary, who were absence of even the most basic of health came across extensive opium poppy out of station, return to of- care, education and infrastructure. cultivation and heavy deforestation fice. Earlier, RMSA Mission throughout the area, which is firmly unDuring its first 2015 mission conDirector had told the can- ducted between January 22 and March der central government control. (LEFT) FBR team conducting health clinic at Hangsen village. (RIGHT) View of poppy cultivation around Galawn village. didates that the viva-voce 12, 2015 around Lahe Township, reAnd even though the area has a results was ready and ap- garded as one of the poorest and least report describing their experience lagers, according to the report, accused nication for patients to be transported school with two teachers appointed proval is being kept pend- developed part of Myanmar erstwhile said-an indication that healthcare from the central government (Myanmar in vehicles. And even if the villagers by the Burma government which was ing owing to concerned of- Burma, the Free Burma Rangers team any source was a rare opportunity for government) of deliberately neglecting made it to the hospital, the report cit- opened two years back, many families ficials being out of station. had visited a number of Naga villages the villages. the development of Naga areas. ing accounts from the villagers said, in the district cannot send their chilThe forum also stated that including Hangsen; Wonthoung NokIn multiple interviews conducted It described how the nearest place care at the hospital is poor, despite it dren to attend because they cannot Naga Students’ Federation kung, Devoh, Galawn, Punpa Tso vil- by the team, villagers highlighted how for treatment is a two-day journey on being a private medical center and vil- provide food, school uniforms, books (NSF) has assured them lages. Six clinics were held for free med- as a result of insufficient healthcare foot to Lahe Town Hospital. Besides, lagers are required to pay for treatment, or pens, which more or less described that it would pressure the ical care. workers and medicines in the area, the the report added, it is difficult for villag- which they cannot afford. And if there the education scenario in the area. As a result the villagers are worried “The rangers were warmly wel- people of the area were dying, even by ers to make this journey when they are is medicine available in the area, it is ofState government to comailing and the area is too underdevel- ten expired, the report further revealed. about the future of their children’s eduplete the whole process comed by the villagers, delighted to diseases which are curable. receive medical treatments,” the FBR Highlighting their apathy, the vil- oped without any proper road commuDuring their stay, the FBR team cation, the report stated. within the assured time.

RMSA candidates call off agitation

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FBR Report: Nagas in Myanmar in utter neglect

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State Level National Children’s Science Congress’ on Oct 30

Kohima, october 27 (mexN): The 23rd State Level National Children’s Science Congress’ 2015, A Program of NCSTC-DST, New Delhi will be held on October 30 at Zonal Council Hall, Kohima at 10:00 am on the theme, “Understanding Weather and Climate” to be organized by the Nagaland Institute of Health, Environment & Social Welfare, Kohima. District officials, Evaluators Guide Teachers and a host of Child Scientists from districts including School Children

will attend the program. Nikhashe Sema, Ex-Officio Director & Secretary to the Government of Nagaland, Department of Science & Technology, will inaugurate the programme. Child Scientists from all over the state will participate in the program out of which (8) eight projects will be selected to represent the state to the 23rd National Children’s Science Congress’2015, National event to be held at Chandigarh University, Mohali, Punjab from December 27 to

31, 2015 and (2) best projects will be selected for the Indian Science Congress to be held at Mysore University, Karnataka from January 3 to 7, 2016 . The Programme will be hosted by the District Organising Committee NCSC, Catalysed & Supported by NCSTC-DST, Govt. of India and DST, Government of Nagaland. The projects will be evaluated by the following resource persons from the academic committee: Dr. Vizovol Mekro, Asst. Prof, Dept. of Geology, Kohima Sci-

Lean manufacturing awareness on steel fabrication held

ence College, Jotsoma and State Academic Co-ordinator, National Childrens’ Science Congress, Nagaland; Dr. Prasanta Barman, Asst. Professfor, Dept of Statistics, Kohima Science College; Vethselo Doulo, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Zoology, Kohima Science College; and Thejanguno Peseyie, Asst. Professor, Dept. of Geography, Kohima Science College. This was stated in a press release issued by NIHESW, Kohima State Co-Ordinator, NCSC, Santu Thapa.

CSU organizes career guidance seminar

tueNsaNg, october 27 (mexN): The Chang Students’ Union (CSU), Saksi NAP Sector, Tuensang organized a career guidance seminar for all the students of Saksi on October 24 at Chang Baptist Church Saksi. O. Akum Chang, PGT (Education), GHSS Tuensang, who was the resource person for the first session, spoke on academic studies, vocational courses and scholarship programs. The speaker for the second session was Dr. Manazir Jeelani, SDO (civil) Tuensang. He enlightened the students with his personal experiences in the competitive exams and talked about central jobs in varied fields. Tonchinglemla, women leader, Police Baptist Church, 3rd NAP and Bendangla, youth pastor, CBL Saksi said the invocation prayers in the first and second sessions respectively. The CSU has thanked the speakers and all those who had supported in organizing the event. Nato Y. Chang, president of the union, lauded the role of the Governing & Executive councils and the sector secretaries and asked the students to be united and cooperate Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur, Kesonyu Yhome (IAS) speaks at the awareness proeven in the days to come. gramme on “Lean Manufacturing Awareness Programme on Steel Fabrication” under NMCP held on October 27.

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Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India, Development Institute Dimapur and The Quality Council of India (New Delhi) in association with Alaphra Group conducted a one day awareness programme on “Lean Manufacturing Awareness Programme on Steel Fabrication” under NMCP on October 27 at Bookmarc Conference Hall, Dimapur. Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur, Kesonyu Yhome (IAS) graced the function as the chief guest, wherein he stated on the importance of quality and cost effectiveness. He mentioned that 40 million people in India are

employed in Small and Medium Enterprise Sectors out of which 40 percent of exports from India comes from the MSME Sector alone. Furthermore, he emphasized on the technological up gradation to compete in the market and enhancement of various soft skills in dealing with the consumers. Kamakya Basumatry, from the Quality Council of India, New Delhi, was the resource person for the programme. He stressed on the importance of ISO certificate and barcode, without which the readymade goods cannot be exported to other markets outside the state. Various schemes and ways of funding available from the gov-

Massive dengue campaign in Dimapur

IEC personnel delivering health talk on dengue as part of the massive dengue campaign held from October 25 to 27.

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): The National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) in collaboration with the state IEC Bureau, Directorate of Health and Family Welfare undertook a massive dengue campaign from October 25 to 27. The team led by Supongbenla Lemtur, Health Education Training Officer along with 8 IEC personnel and adolescent

club, Dimapur performed street play on prevention and awareness of dengue followed by a health talk in 7 areas of Dimapur. The team also carried out a massive leaflet campaign by distributing material on prevention and awareness of dengue in and around the town. Interpersonal communication was also held with the stakeholders of various villages with high prevalence of dengue

on the importance of educating the community on prevention and awareness of dengue. Cleanliness drive to be undertaken in all the villages was encouraged by the team. The team also visited various private and government schools and interacted with the students by delivering health talk on prevention and awareness of dengue along with the distribution of leaflets.

DAO Kohima conduct prog on mechanization

ernment were also shared by him. An intensive technical and discussion session was also conducted by him during the course of the programme. Tali Longchar, Dy. Director, Br. MSME-DI Dimapur Branch who delivered the welcome Address, mentioned the participants on various trainings being conducted by MSME within the state. He also encouraged the participants to form clusters among the fabricators in Dimapur for future various value added benefits. The programme was chaired by Ricky Ozukum, MD, Alaphra Group and the vote of thanks was pronounced by M. Govindaraj, Asst. Director (Mech) Br. Farmers practically use machineries during the training-cum-demonstration on mechanization MSME-DI Dimapur. conducted at Dihoma village on October 14.

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Kohima, october 27 (mexN): Trainingcum-demonstration on mechanization with the theme ‘Go with the machine, work the machine & earn with the machine” was conducted at Dihoma village on October 14 for the benefit of farmers working under NFSM scheme NFSM Programme Officer Kekhrieletuo Yhome, APPO mentioned that at present human labour output has reduced comparing to decades back, hence mechanization becomes the only option to improve labour output and enhance the food grain productivities. This requires agricultural Farmers be trained practically on the handling and operation of different tools, equipments and machinery to carry out farm operations efficiently. Demonstration was done on the use of Power tillers, Rotavator, Brush cutter, Power weeder, Dryland rotary weeder, Api Seed drill, Branch looper, Sprayer, Cono weeder and Water pump. Many farmers were able to practically use the machineries by themselves. Altogether forty farmers attended the programme.

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SDPDB Noklak holds special meeting tueNsaNg, october 27 (Dipr): Special SDPDB meeting was held at KTC Hall, Noklak Town on October 23 under the chairmanship of ADC Noklak, Mhathung Tsanglao. Agenda discussed in the meeting included human sedimentation reconstruction which was agreed to be forwarded to Chief Engineer PHE for necessary action. Total ban of killing wild life and selling it in the open market was brought up by Executive Secretary, Khiamniungan Baptist Church Association (KBCA) and the house approved to send a letter to all the village councils to have a meeting in this matter. The proposal of LADP fund 2015 received from Minister for Health & Family Welfare, P. Longon and Parliamentary Secretary, Khumo was approved by the house.

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Peren district spread awareness on protection of Amur Falcon

The teacher trainees of St. Paul institute of Education, Phesama went for a study tour to Delhi and Agra. The eight days tour started with the Delhi visit. It gave them an opportunity to enter pereN, october 27 (mexN): In tune with the influx both the houses of the parliament i.e., Rajya Sabha and Loka Sabha. The entire guided visit The houses, namely St of Amur Falcon, especially the satellite tagged “Naga” in to the Parliament was possible with the permission of MP Neiphiu Rio. The ever attractive KiDima, october 27 God’s shower of bless(mexN): Kidima Catholic ings and bear fruits like Peter and St John, com- Peren district this year, the Divisional Forest Officer Peren Taj Mahal never disappointed the trainees. The trainees were accompanied by the principal, Youth Association (KCYA) love, mercy and peace peted in activities like tug C. Vilalhoulie held an awareness programme at Jalukie on Vice-principal and the staff. Kidima Catholic Youth Association members with speakers and others.

observed its 27th session with Reverend Father Sabu Chenackal, Administrator, St Joseph’s College as the main celebrant on October 24 and 25 at St Francis Xavier’s Church Kidima. It was held with the theme “Bear with one another” (Colosi 3:13) Reverend Father Sabu Chenackal emphasised that the Kingdom of God patiently waits for the repentance of sinners. He asked the faithful to use

through Holy Spirit. Father Chenackal also asked the youth to repent and let Mother Mary be the guide in their lives. Vitsu Martin, Vice President, Southern Angami Catholic Union was the guest speaker. Franciscan Sisters of Saint Mary of the Angels (FSMA), Southern Angami Catholic Youth Association (SCYA) and youth residing in different places joined the Youth Day.

of peace, volleyball, solo, duet, quartet, double quartet during the session. Reading of Holy Bible, receiving body and blood of Jesus Christ, interaction amongst the faithful and amusement to mark a joyful feast were the highlights of the two days celebration of youth. Kenongol Mark, President of SCYA gave away the prizes. Mezathel Justin proposed vote of thanks.

October 26. Peren Division DFO C. Vilalhoulie in a press release stated that the programme was attended by a good number of village functionaries in and around the roosting sites in the district, including the village councils, NGOs, church leaders, forest personnel. The DFO stressed upon the need to protect these raptors in their migratory sojourn, discussing each individual’s role in the echelon of nature. He further encouraged them to join hands in protecting Amur Falcon and all wildlife in general and set a good example in conserving and protecting God’s creation as a good Christian. The programme was chaired by Husie ACF and the vote of thanks was pronounced by Rampaukai Mpom ACF. The participants from the village were very positive and co-operative of the Department initiatives and action plans for conservation of wildlife.

ATMA Dimapur Kuhuboto Block conduct demonstration

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Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): ATMA-Dimapur Kuhuboto Block conducted demonstration on “package & practices of Tomato” and Food Security Group (FSG) Training for farm women on “Improved management practices of Goat Rearing” on October 15 at Hukato Village. The resource person for the Training was Chumyani, AFA & BTT member (ATMA), Kuhuboto Block and Akavi V.Holo, BTM (ATMA), Kuhuboto Block. Chumyani illustrated on the importance of nursery management of tomato. She also explained that the spacing should be given due importance and gentle caring should be tak-

Resource person and ATMA officials along with participants during the demonstration programme at Hukato village on October 15.

en during transplantation. Akavi highlighted on She concluded by giving a the economic importance live demonstration on to- of goat farming. He exmato cultivation. plained that goat farming

can be started even with a little amount of goats and by proper care and management the farming busi-

ness can take to the next level within a year or two. He also elaborated that it is very easy to maintain goat because maintenance costs and labour costs are less. Sufficient clean and fresh water should be provided to goats for their daily needs. He also emphasised on the good clean shelter and regular caring of goats and encouraged the women farmer to always take a proper care and management of goats as by doing so can ensure to maximum production. The programme concluded by interaction with the participants. The programme was chaired by Ameto, ATM (ATMA), Kuhuboto Block.

Formation of Food Security Group and demonstration on Value Addition Products at Tenyiphe I and II by ATMA, Medziphema block, Dimapur on October 23 and 24.

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Ao Lanur Telongjem (Ao Youth Organisation), Dimapur handing over relief materials for fire victims at K Kire colony, Kuda village, Dimapur on Tuesday morning.

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Residents of ‘cleanest village’ invite Modi Raymond Kharmujai IANS

Khasi tribesmen of Meghalaya's Mawlynnong village, who call it "God's own garden", have invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit their village after he acknowledged the hamlet as "the cleanest village in Meghalaya". "The inhabitants of Mawlynnong were so excited when they came to know that Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged our village as cleanest village in Meghalaya and lauded our work to keep our village clean in his monthly radio talk - Mann ki Baat - on Sunday," Mawlynnong village headman Thomlin Khongthohrem told IANS on the phone. "His acknowledgment would further motivate us to maintain the cleanliness of the village, and would also en-

courage other villages in India to keep their village clean. We are also happy that our Prime Minister Narendra Modi had launched Swachh Bharat mission as cleanliness is very important in human life," he said. Mawlynnong, which means "a cluster of stones" in the local Khasi dialect, is located on the southern slopes of East Khasi Hills, and is also cited as "Asia's cleanest village". It is about 90 km from Meghalaya capital Shillong and four km from the Bangladesh border. Khongthohrem said that the villagers also felt that the village should invite Modi to step into Mawlynnong for first-hand knowledge on how cleanliness is maintained in the village. "A majority of the villagers felt that an invitation should be extended to the prime minister to visit Mawlynnong and to further motivate us and other vil-

lages across India on the need to maintain cleanliness and how to keep their surroundings clean and green," he said. In his "Maan Ki Baat" programme broadcast through All India Radio on Sunday, Modi mentioned Mawlynnong and appreciated the people of the state and their attitude towards cleanliness. "Meghalaya Governor V. Shanmuganathan wrote to me and mentioned Mawlynnong village. This village has been devoted to cleanliness since several years, he said in his letter. He said this village was awarded the cleanest village in Asia a few years ago," Modi said in the Mann ki Baat programme. "I was happy to know that in our country there is such a village in the northeast, in Meghalaya, which is passionately carrying forward the mis-

sion of cleanliness for years. All this infuses confidence in us that our country will surely be clean through the efforts of the countrymen," the prime minister added. Echoing her village chief, resident Hosanna Mawroh felt that the prime minister should ask his team to come visiting and learn from them about cleanliness. "It is not only about promotion of tourism alone, but we the people of Mawlynnong also want to educate and encourage other people visiting our village from other states about the importance of cleanliness, preservation and protection of the fragile ecology," she said. Former Meghalaya home minister Robert. G. Lyngdoh, who is now the chairman of the Meghalaya Tourism Development Forum, said that Modi's acknowledgement would sure-

ly be a big boost for the village. "This should motivate the Meghalaya government and the inhabitants of Mawlynnong to further improve their litter, garbage and solid waste management, and other villages in Meghalaya should also be motivated to get the same recognition," Lyngdoh said. He also felt that the government should initiate other green initiatives like water management and alternative sources of energy. Mawlynnong presents itself as a pretty queen amongst a cluster of rural areas located on a critical micro-watershed of the Wah Khuri (Khuri river). Unlike other tribal villages, where one is greeted with barking dogs and strange looks, Mawlynnong warmly receives tourists with open arms. The villagers are polite and friendly. Most of the houses are built with traditional material like

stone, tin, bamboo and wood. There are a few cemented houses too. Each house is decorated with exotic and ornamental plants, while the courtyards are covered with a green carpet of grass. The footpaths and lanes within the village have been carefully built with stones and boulders. In each walkway, there are cone-shaped bamboo dustbins. Nobody is allowed to litter plastic or any waste material on the footpaths or in the village premises. It looks so clean that one would hesitate to throw anything on the ground and even if there is some litter, it would be cleaned up in no time. Mawlynnong village was discovered by missionaries of the Anglican church who came in contact with the village to spread the gospel way back in 1902. They later built a church there with the help of the high-

Former HC chief to head Tripura rights panel MPC decides to support AgArtAlA, OctOber 27 (IANS): Former Andhra Pradesh High Court chief justice Kalyan Jyoti Sengupta will be the first chairman of the Tripura Human Rights Commission, an official said here on Tuesday. "A three-member committee headed by Chief Minister Manik Sarkar has chosen the chairman and members of the Tripura Human Rights Commission," a law department official said. He said the committee at its meetings on October 19 and 26 decided to appoint Justice Sengupta as the chairman and former principal secretary of the state R.P. Meena and former law secretary Samiran Das as mem-

IMPHAl, OctOber 27 (tNN): After almost a century, graves of 87 people from Manipur, who took part in World War I as members of the Labour Corps, have been found in war cemeteries across Europe and Egypt and Yemen. In April 1917, the Manipur Labour Corps, with a strength of 2,000 people, belonging to Meities and tribal communities from the state, were sent to Europe by sea from Bombay, said eminent World War researcher Yumnam Rajeshwar. They were sent after an agreement was signed between the then Manipuri king, Churachand Singh, and British Political Agent Lt Col HWG Cole, he said. Satisfied with Singh's assistance, the British government honoured him with the title of Knight Commander Star of India. Being non-combatants, they were engaged in transportation of arms and ammunition, digging trenches, cleaning military camps, running errands and construction of temporary camps, Rajeshwar said. The men had stayed for one and half year in France. Many of the bravehearts died in various battles in Europe and records of the deaths were not maintained properly because of the insignificance of the Labour Corps, said Rajeshwar. "But I have found 87 graves of Manipuris who were buried in France, Italy, Egypt and Yemen. I have their grave reference, name of the cemetery and the country where they were located," he said. Among others, Rajeshwar named 4 Manipur labour corps members from the hill districts. They were Akhil Pukhini (Mao), Salkhukam Kuki, Sangai, and Makhal Tangkhul. "It is almost a century now. No Manipuri has ever laid a flower on their graves. I am trying my best to collect photos of the graves. As of now, I have collected three grave pictures from France," Rajeshwar said. He added that it was time the government took serious note and collect all the data of the 2,000 bravehearts, he said. "At least, we need to remember them and their gallant efforts should be included in education and history books," Rajeshwar said. He said some of their descendents had been requesting him to gather more details.

many years, we looked for such a retired judge but failed." "In 2007, the state government constituted the Police Accountability Commission, with provisions to protect the human rights of the state's people. Cases of human rights violations are extremely low in Tripura," said Sarkar. The Supreme Court recently said it was the statutory duty of the state governments to set up human rights commissions and regretted that despite the NHRC's strong and repeated calls, these have not been done. It then directed Tripura, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Arunchal Pradesh, Meghalaya and Nagaland to set up these commissions.

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Tender No.04 of 2015- (a) Cost: `18.10 (a) Cost of tender: 16 (Re-Tender) `500/lakh Supply and stacking of (b)Period of (b) Availability: On stone boulder, stone completion:365 or after 28 Oct 2015 metal 40 mm, stone days (c) Submission : Up chips 20 mm and me- (c) Earto 1200 hrs on 24 dium coarse sand for nest money Nov 2015 construction of 03 mi- `36,200/nor bridges span 24 M at km 8.825, KM 10.175 and KM 18.370 on Kohima-Pedi-Peren Road under 98 RCC/15 BRTF Project Sewak in Nagaland State Note: Full notice of tender, any change in above details, tender document (including eligibility criteria) and other details may be obtained from BRO Website www.bro.nic.in (link.Tender) or Central public procurement portal www.eprocure.gov.in for any queries, please contract on telephone 0370-2260542 EE (Civ) SW, For Commander

AIzAwl, OctOber 27 (PtI): The Mizoram People's Conference (MPC) today said it would support the ruling Congress candidate Lal Thanzara in the by-election to the Aizawl North - III Assembly seat. The by-election is slated to be held on November 21. The by-poll in the prestigious seat was necessitated by the resignation of Health Minister Lal Thanzara on August 18 last. Lal Thanzara, younger

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bers of the commission. Tripura assembly Speaker Ramendra Chandra Debnath and Leader of Opposition Sudip Roy Barman of the Congress are the members of the selection committee. Justice Sengupta was sworn-in as the Lokayukta in Sikkim on May 18 will quit this post to take up the new assignment. He was also the judge of the Uttarakhand High Court before being made the Andhra Pradesh High Court chief justice in May 2013. Chief Minister Sarkar recently said here: "According to rules, the commission chairman has to be a retired Supreme Court judge or retired high court chief justice. For

In continuation to earlier notice NO.DWRD/ PWIEP-2/2015, dated 26th October, 2015, the following applicants of the Scheme “Promotion of Women in Innovative Enterprises Programme” have been selected to appear for Interview on the 3rd Nov. 2015 at the Directorate of Women Resource Development from 10 AM Onwards. Sl. No

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brother of state Chief Minister Lal Thanhawla, had to resign followoing opposition allegation that he held more than 21 per cent shares in a construction company which bagged crores of rupees worth road construction contract by the state government among other charges. Lal Thanzara denied the allegations, but resigned stating that the allegations had caused embarrassment to the government and the Congress party.

ly-skilled local masons. The natural beauty and simplicity of the local folk attracted foreign tourists well before the domestic and city visitors began to flow in. The foreigners marvelled at the simple, self-sustained village with its rich biodiversity of flora and fauna. The villagers too were inspired by the adulation of the visitors. They realised that if they could conserve the forest and biodiversity of the area, it could fetch them not only praise but also income from the tourist inflow. The Dorbar Shnong (village council) makes sure the tourists are comfortable and safe there. There is a tourism management committee in the village that supervises the itinerary of the tourists and their comfort that includes providing tourist guides, accommodation and food.

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(The High Court of Assam, Nagaland, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh) Preliminary Examination (Objective type multiple choices) on OMR answer sheets, in connection with direct recruitment to Grade-I of Nagaland Judicial Service, will be held on 15-11-2015 (Sunday) from 11.00 AM to 1.00 PM at Kohima, Nagaland. Other details of the examination like provisional list of candidates, Admit cards, etc can be seen in the relevant notification published in the official websites (www.ghconline.gov.in & www.kohimahighcourt.gov.in) and Notice boards of Gauhati High Court at Guwahati as well as Kohima Bench of Gauhati High Court at Kohima, Nagaland. Sd/Registrar (Vigilance)-cum-In charge Recruitment Cell Gauhati High Court

M.G.M HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL Sewak Main Gate, Midland, Dimapur -797112 Nagaland Phone: 231892 & 248009 Reg. No. PP / 5046 Visit: - www.mgmhrsecschool.webs.com E-mail: mgmdimapur@gmail.com

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With immense pleasure, Mayangnokcha Government Higher Secondary School, Mokokchung Platinum Jubilee Planning Committee calls out to all the Alumni to be a part of the historic occasion of the school Platinum Jubilee which is to be held in September 2016. Your continued support and valued association with our esteemed institute is highly indispensable. Therefore your presence is called for at the alumni meeting scheduled to be held on 31st October 2015 in all the districts as given below: KOHIMA Date: 31-10-2015 Venue: The Heritage Conference Hall Time: 1:00 PM Contact: 9612155252

DIMAPUR Date: 31-10-2015 Venue: IMC Hall

MOKOKCHUNG Date: 31-10-2015 Venue: Town Hall

Time: 1:00 PM Contact: 9436002544

Time: 11:00 AM Contact: 9436017577

NB: Alumni from places other than the above mentioned districts may kindly contact and attend the meeting in any of the said three venues as per their convenience. Sd/- Convenor MGHSS Mokokchung Platinum Jubilee Planning Committee

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Shri KIYANILIE PESEYIE Hon'ble Minister

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PROGRAMME First Session - 10:00 AM Chairperson Welcome Address Introduction Speech Parliamentary Quiz Competition Follows

: Evothung Ezung : Shri K.N. Chishi Secretary, Parliamentary Affairs and Law & Justice Government of Nagaland : District Representatives : Chief Guest : Districts Wise

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Second Session - 12:00 Noon Youth Parliament Competition Prize Distribution Vote of Thanks

: By arrangement : 1) Parliamentary Quiz 2) Youth Parliament Competition : Eunice Alinger

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Oracle ready for India expansion: CEO Hurd San FranciSco, october 27 (ianS): An overall positive mood under a businessfriendly government in India has reassured software major and leading cloud services provider Oracle to expand its base in the country via its diverse portfolio of integrated cloud platforms and new-age Java. Responding to an IANS question on the second day of the Oracle’s OpenWorld 2015 conference on October 26, Oracle CEO Mark Hurd said that he is committed to expanding Oracle’s reach in the burgeoning cloud and software market in India. “We are seriously working on the expansion plans in India. It is really a good time for this,” he told IANS, adding that Loic Le Guisquet, Oracle’s president for the Europe, Middle East and Africa region and Asia Pacific, has already initiated the expansion plan. In a latest media interview, Guisquet was quoted as saying that Oracle has initiated a huge recruitment drive for cloud in India to expand its base as the

demand for information technology is growing faster in India than other regions. India has always been at the forefront for Oracle and its bouquet of innovations. With new initiatives like “Digital India” now in place, the thrust is likely to get bigger. Oracle has 12 development centres in India, including facilities in many emerging cities like Vijayawada, Thiruvananthapuram, Noida and Ahmedabad. India is home to Oracle’s second largest workforce of developers and engineers and accounts for its largest research and development investment outside the US. In an another question to whether Chinese cloud firms can pose any threat to Oracle’s global expansion plans, Hurd said that we do not view Chinese firms as competitors at all. “Some of those Chinese cloud firms can become our partners though,” he added. “Currently, we want to win the space in Software-As-A-Service (SaaS) and Platform-AsA-Service (PaaS) and then the

neW DeLHi, october 27 (agencieS): Based on first-come-first served basis, the sale offers fliers a nine-month travel window, starting February next year. SpiceJet on Tuesday put on sale over three lakh seats across its network with base fares starting as low as Rs. 749 (excluding taxes) for domestic flights while Rs. 3,999 for the international travel under a limited period bookings scheme. Based on first-come-first served basis, ‘Diwali Sale Dhamaka’ offers fliers a ninemonth travel window, starting February next year, SpiceJet said in a release. “The attractive pricing clubbed with our robust network is expected to garner immense traction from customers across geographies and with advance purchase being a huge incentive to travellers, the year-long travel period under the current offering will provide SpiceJet customers with immense flexibility while enabling them to plan their travel well in advance,” a SpiceJet spokesperson said. The sale will be open till October 29 while the travel can be undertaken from February 1, 2016, to October 29, 2016, the airline said. The all inclusive one-way fare applicable on direct flights encompasses all the metro cities and some of the most attractive domestic tourist destinations, SpiceJet said. Under this offer, tickets on routes like Delhi to Amristar, Ahmedabad to Mumbai all are priced at Rs. 749 base fare (excluding taxes).

toKYo, october 27 (reuterS): The days of cheap and cheerful cars like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla may be numbered as technology firms Google and Apple muscle into the auto industry, and change the way people own and drive cars. That’s the warning from Ken Okuyama, high-end Japanese designer of the Ferrari F60 Enzo and Porsche Boxster, who says game-changing self-drive technology could threaten Japan’s position as a major car producer. “If they don’t watch out, they risk becoming just suppliers to those (tech) companies,” Okuyama told Reuters in an interview at his industrial design studio in the Japanese capital ahead of this week’s Tokyo Motor Show. Okuyama, who made his mark at Italy’s fabled Pininfarina studio and also redesigned the Chevrolet Camaro and Corvette, says taking on Google and Apple will be the ultimate test for Toyota and other mainstream automakers. As writing code becomes as vital to car making as engineering, Japanese au-

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ways for cars to benefit from advanced technologies - an area where he says they have lagged for years. “Self-driving cars will eventually become commonplace ... as a result, carmakers will have to sell not only the hardware, but also the overall system to run the cars,” he said. “Companies like Mercedes and Toyota are looking at this, but Google is ahead in this game.” To be sure, Japanese automakers are starting to show off their own automated driving capability, with Toyota this month unveiling automatic lane changing and merging functions on a Tokyo highway. The world’s largest car maker plans to market its first self-driving car in 2020. Honda and Nissan have also set 2020, the year of the Tokyo Olympics, as a target date to bring advanced selfdriving cars to the market. Most automakers have focused on developing automated driving functions, such as automatic braking systems, parking and lanechanging capabilities which drivers can switch on or off.

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ready to provide customised cloud platforms to our existing and new customers which will help them meet new demands,” he told the audience. “There is very little room for error. If you don’t deliver, someone is waiting to take your place,” he added. By 2025, 80 percent of production apps in the world will be in the cloud and by the same time, all enterprise data will also be stored in cloud, he noted. The five-day event is witnessing some of the technology’s greatest minds brainstorm on the future of the enterprise, Oracle’s integrated cloud platform and the new era of secure computing. The conference, which runs October 25-29, is taking place at 18 locations throughout downtown San Francisco with the iconic Moscone Centre serving as its epicentre. Over 60,000 people including Oracle partners, customers and developers from 141 countries have gathered for the OpenWorld and JavaOne conferences.

tomakers are under pressure to show they can compete with the tech giants. Google’s fleet of self-driving cars includes a modified version of Toyota’s Lexus sport utility vehicles, in addition to the pod-like, driverless Google Car prototype, both of which are being road-tested in the United States. Apple could roll out a self-driving vehicle in 2019. Honda, which on Tuesday said it was developing a new automatic setting to be used in congested traffic, and technology to preprogramme cars to drive automatically, acknowledged the potential threat from tech firms in the future. “At this point, whether Google or Apple can come up with a car is unclear,” said Koichi Fukuo, president of research and development at Honda. “But they are spending aggressively to recruit people to achieve that and in that sense ... we can’t rule out the possibility they may eventually become a competitor.”

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changed, and we are slowly seeing a revival in IT spending particularly in areas of digital and nexus of forces that combine cloud, mobile, social and big data,” it added. Oracle India is the only organisation outside its California headquarters to represent all divisions including sales, marketing, consulting and education operations for the domestic market, global product management, global consulting, support to global customers and global financial accounting analysis. Currently, it has 33,000 employees in India with over 7,000 customers across technology and applications and over 1,000 partners. Earlier, addressing some of the top innovators and technology leaders at the packed Moscone Centre, Hurd said that by 2025, all enterprise data will be stored in the cloud and Oracle is going to be the best choice. “In a dynamically changing working environment, the demographic shift is forcing a technology shift worldwide. We understand this shift and are

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entire focus will shift to Infrastructure-As-A-Service (IaaS) platform,” he announced. India is home to more than 700,000 members of Oracle’s online and developer community. India software revenue totaled $4 billion in 2014, an 8.3 percent increase from 2013 revenue of $3.7 billion, according to a latest Gartner report. Among the leading trends that are common across the India software market include Software as a service (SaaS) adoption and development and Open-source software (OSS) adoption and its broader market implications, the report added. Among the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) nations, the India software market experienced the highest growth rate in 2014. “Government plans around Digital India, smart cities and increased focus on broadband internet infrastructure is expected to drive local consumption of IT software and associated services,” the Gartner report added. “After the last election, the mood of the economy has

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neW DeLHi, october 27 (tHe HinDu): Maruti Suzuki India on Monday unveiled its hatchback Baleno, priced between Rs.4.99 lakh and Rs.8.11 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The new model will compete with Hyundai i20, Honda Jazz and Volkswagen Polo – all priced between Rs.5.34 lakh and Rs.8.63 lakh. In a first-ever move, the company will be exporting the made in India Baleno to Japan next year onwards. Maruti Suzuki, in which Japanese automobile giant Suzuki Motor holds over 56 per cent share, plans to export around 50,000 units of Baleno in the first year to over 100 countries, including up to 6,000 units to Japan. “I am excited that this model will be exported to Japan from India, opening a new chapter in the long history of Maruti Suzuki. It is a global model which would not only satisfy customers in India but global markets as well,” Maruti Suzuki Managing Director and CEO Kenichi Ayukawa said. The petrol variant of Baleno would deliver a fuel mileage of 21.4 kmpl while the diesel version would deliver a mileage of 27.39 kmpl. The petrol variants of Baleno are priced between Rs.4.99 lakh and Rs.7.01 lakh, while the diesel trims are priced in the range Rs.6.16 lakh to Rs.8.11 lakh. The petrol automatic variant, featuring continuously variable transmission (CVT), is priced at Rs.6.76 lakh (all prices ex-showroom Delhi).

Fake Indian notes float around in the UAE: Report Dubai, october 27 (Pti): With the perfect-looking fake Indian notes found widely in circulation, the UAE has cautioned its people, especially money exchange companies and their customers, about counterfeit currencies. According to a local media report, the technology used in printing counterfeit Indian notes is so sophisticated that ordinary people or even exchange employees cannot distinguish them from the original notes. The call for caution has come from a teller with a foreign exchange company in Sharjah, who was recently acquitted by the UAE Supreme Court in a fake currency case, and his advocates, the Khaleej Times reported on Monday. A 35-year-old Indian - named only as M S was arrested by the Sharjah CID Police in June after receiving information that some Indian rupee notes that he had disbursed to a customer in exchange to dirhams were found fake. The police received the information after a woman was arrested in Kerala for handing some fake Indian currency notes to a bank. “Her husband had apparently exchanged dirhams with Indian rupees from our client. She paid Rs 6,000 to a bank in Kerala as payment for her daughter’s educational loan. Of that five Rs 1,000 notes were found to be fake,” said Advocate Mahmood Alavi. Following investigation, the police gave a report stating that fake currencies could not be detected without using special machines. “I’ve found many such cases in the past few years. My request is that exchange companies should have the facilities to check counterfeit currencies and people should also be cautious about them,” lawyer and legal consultant Abdullah Mohamed Salman, who appeared for MS in the UAE courts, said. He said many exchange companies in the UAE, including that of MS, did not have the software used to detect fake Indian currency notes. According to the report, many cases of fake Indian currency have been reported in the UAE in recent years. In September 2013, the UAE Central bank had advised banks and exchange houses to advise their customers about Indian laws on carrying cash to India and warn them against the consequences of violations DIMAPUR Civil Hospital:

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NU enlightens college principals on exam process Kohima, october 27 (mexN): A one day workshop on ‘NU Examination Process’ jointly organized by the Nagaland University and Kohima College was held at Kohima College today. Principals and participants from 5 government colleges and 13 private colleges from four districts - Kohima, Phek, Mon, Kiphire - attended the workshop. Moanungla Kevichusa, HoD, English Department, Kohima College, chaired the workshop. The programme began with welcome address by Dr. Watijungshi, Principal, Kohima College, who highlighted the need to make certain necessary changes in the present semester system and its examination process, to enable effective and uniform assessment of students’ performance. In the first session “Seminar Guidelines,” Dr. Abemo Lotha, Controller of Examinations, Nagaland University, stressed on the need and importance of holding the workshop to clear hurdles in order to help all concerned stakeholders associated

Participants of the workshop on NU examination process at Kohima College on October 27.

with the present semester system of Nagaland University. In his paper “Modifications in the general guidelines for under graduate System”, Dr. Lotha, presented a number of modifications and amendments made recently by the Nagaland University in the present semester system. He said that change was

necessitated to streamline the semester system and provide better clarity and ease in areas that had posed problems for stakeholders, in particular the student community. In his paper “Emerging Trends in Examinations process”, Prof. P. Lal, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Nagaland University, present-

ed the story of the quest of the Indian nation to bring about educational reforms in the post-Independence era. Mention was made of the University Commission of 1948, and various successive educational commissions which were given the task of identifying problems in the educational system and to formulate remedial measures to solve such problems at all levels of education, starting from primary to university levels. His talk mainly accentuated progressive educational reforms over the years, finally closing with the recent trend of Higher Education including technical education under the University Grants Commission with an emphasis on research development programmes. Later in the day, during the discussion hour the queries of participants were addressed by the Controller of Examinations. This was followed by a technical session on ‘Orientation on Exam Software’, where the much needed technical help was provided for better management of the examination system.

MEx FILE ANCSU handing & taking over prog Kohima, october 27 (mexN): The All Nagaland College Students' Union (ANCSU) will hold its handing and taking over programme on October 30, 1:00 pm at NSF conference hall. Therefore, all newly elected 2015-2017 executives and ANCSU seniors have been informed to attend the programme.

Angami GBs meeting Kohima, october 27 (mexN): The Angami GB’s Association (AGBA) has convened a special meeting on October 31, 10:00 am at Angami GB’s Hall, Kohima with regard to the upcoming Nagaland GB Federation general conference. In a press release, AGBA general secretary, Rokovitso Kuotsu has requested all executive members of the five ranges to attend the meeting.

‘Autumn Fest’ on October 31

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): In commemoration of its silver jubilee celebration 2016, the Catholic Youth Association (CYA), Holy Cross Parish, Dimapur will be organizing ‘Autumn Fest’ on October 31, 5:00 pm at Holy Cross auditorium here. C Apok Jamir, parliamentary secretary for tourism will grace the occasion as chief guest and Er. Petehetuo Miasalhou, principal, Nagaland Tool Room and Training Centre will be the guest of honour. According to a press release from the organizing committee, the fest will feature The Avancer, Binthu Newmai, and designs by Khrielasier Lezietsu. Various successful interception” of artists will also perform orchestra, choreography, musiGPRN/NSCN cadre in- cal piece, cultural items, dance, solo, and other exciting volved in “arms peddling items, the release added. activity has served as dent to the illegal arms nexus in Maytas-Gayatri informed areas of Dimapur and ChuDimapur, october 27 (mexN): As the court mukedima.” has entrusted the Maytas-Gayatri to resume the work The apprehended cadof road construction, the people of Centre Chakhesang re and recovered weapons have asked the company not to indulge in any political were handed over to Di- intrusion and also not to sub-let the work to any other mapur East Police station company. “The public will not allow any such injustice on October 23. to the project which is for the welfare of the people,” stated a press release from joint secretary, Centre Chakhesang Public Organization, Vekhoyi K Lohe.

Kohima Police seize ganja GPRN/NSCN under secretary arrested

Kohima, october 27 (mexN): Kohima Police manning Peducha Beat Post recovered 401 kg of ganja from a truck (AS01DC-4036) on October 25. A press release from PRO, Kohima Police informed that the contraband was neatly packed in 46 packets – 3 packets weighing 5kgs each, 22 packets weighing

8 kgs each and 21 packets weighing 10 kgs each and was found concealed inside a secret compartment of the truck body. Two persons identified as Soibam Naoba Meitei and Hemanta Singh were arrested in this connection. A regular case has been registered against them for conducting further investigation, the release added.

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): The Assam Rifles on Tuesday said it has apprehended an under secretary of GPRN/ NSCN from Dimapur with a number of weapons in his possession. A press statement from the AR said the GPRN/ NSCN cadre identified as one V Kinny Sema, aged

43 years, under secretary under civil wing was intercepted near Golaghat road bus stand by 37 AR personnel after a hot pursuit from Chumukedima. During a search on him, one .32 pistol with two magazines, one .22 pistol with one magazine and a mobile phone was recovered, the AR release stated,

adding the individual confessed he was attempting to sell the weapons to a potential customer. In this connection, the AR release claimed that the action of the GPRN/ NSCN cadre was in direct contravention to the ceasefire ground rules. It further claimed that the “conduct of pro-active operation and

Community based peace building Army recruitment rally in Kohima

Members of Lotha Colony Council and Peace Club with staff of Peace Channel.

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): Peace Channel conducted consultative meeting with the Lotha Colony Council, Dimapur and Peace Club members on October 26 at Lotha Colony, Dimapur. A press release from Peace Channel informed that during the meeting, the community leaders were enlightened about the inception, purpose and history of Peace Channel through a PowerPoint presentation. The Coordinator, Supongtula Aier, gave a brief introduction about the existence and peace building initiatives of the organiza-

tion for the past ten years and the upcoming projects such as community based peace building through partnership process, for active involvement of the community for sustainability of the peace club, and ownership initiatives in building peace. Further, she explained the objectives of the movement, which are: To prevent the youth from indulging conflictviolenceandtocreate awareness in peace building; to empower the Peace Club members and the community leaders as a peace builders through capacity building; to prevent violent conflict and enhance peace process in

the community; to train the village leaders in various skills - dialogue, mediation and peace building; to capacitate the peace club members and leaders through peace celebration for a harmonious living and to create a model peace building community in Nagaland. The chairman, Renathung Ezung, spoke on behalf of the Lotha Colony Council. He thanked the Peace Channel for the initiative and assured that the council will extend all possible help to the initiative of the Peace Club leaders of the colony towards the welfare of the youth.

Kohima, october 27 (Dipr): Army recruitment rally for unmarried eligible candidates from all districts of Nagaland only as Soldier General Duty, Soldier Tradesmen, Soldier Technical, and Soldier Clerk/ Store Keeper/ Technical/ IM categories will be conducted at Indira Gandhi Stadium Kohima from November 4 to 8. The candidates will be tested every day from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

The rally for the post of Soldier General & Tradesmen for three districts of Phek, Peren and Kiphire will be on November 4, the two districts of Zunheboto and Kohima on November 5, Longleng, Mokokchung and Mon on November 6, and the remaining three districts of Wokha, Tuensang and Dimapur on November 7. Soldier Technical, Soldier Clerk/ SKT/ IM & SOS,

SOEX, SOWW, NCC and Sports for all categories for the entire districts of Nagaland will be on November 8. Medical screening and documentation of candidates will be held from November 9-10 and Common Entrance Examination (CEE) will be conducted at ARO Rangapahar on November 29 and all medically fit candidates will report at the exam centre at 6:00 am.

ENPO & frontal orgs offer condolences tueNsaNG, october 27 (mexN): The president and colleagues of Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Organisation (ENPO), its frontal organisations (ENLU, ENSF, ENWO),

advisors and former colleagues have expressed sadness over the demise of the mother of Manlang Phom, General Secretary, ENPO. She passed away this eve-

ning. A press release from ENPO president, S Khoiwang Konyak and secretary, Amai Chingkhu conveyed deep condolences to the members of the bereaved family.

LFHSS students go on national integration tour

for NRE, Fire and Emergency Services, CM Chang, MLA. The finalization of LADP 2015-16 was opened to the house to discuss, rectify and was approved for all five assembly constituencies of Tuensang district. The house also discussed an agenda for opening of St. Christopher School at Chessore Village and recommended it to send for government’s approval. The meeting was enlightened on the memorandum of government

regarding the criteria/ guidelines to be fulfilled to apply for registration of society. Further, it reviewed the case study and areas of function of the societies and approved to forward two following societies for approval of the government - Surjudaya Society Tuensang and Strangers United Club Tuensang. Agenda on opening of Royal Kids Residential School at New Tsaru village was discussed and approved to be forwarded for government’s approval.

Jesus movie dubbed in Sümi released Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): Rev. Dr. Z. Hevukhu Achumi, Executive Secretary of Western Sümi Baptist Akukuhou Küqhakulu (WSBAK) released the movie of Jesus dubbed in Sümi language during the Sümi Baptist Pastors’ Union (SBPU) Silver Jubilee celebration at Kitami Baptist Akukuhou on October 24. The movie was made possible with the support and cooperation of International Campus Crusade for Christ (ICCC) in collaboration with Operation Snap Dragon (OSD) from India and USA. The production of the video was done at Nagaland Evangel Mission and Welfare As-

Students of Livingstone Foundation Hr. Sec. School, Dimapur during the National Integration Tour to Punjab.

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): A group of 20 students from Livingstone Foundation Hr. Sec. School, Dimapur led by Major Arun Matthews, ended their eight-day National Integration Tour to Patiala, Punjab on October 27. The initiative is a part of the Operation Sadbhavana project organized by 32 Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR (N), a press release informed. The team was hosted by the city based Yadavindra Public School, Patiala. Students also performed a

Naga warrior dance during the Annual Sports Day of the school in the presence of the Maharaja of Patiala with Air Chief Marshall KS Gill as the chief guest. The tour included cities of Amritsar and Chandigarh, where the team visited hotspots like the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Sukhna Lake and the famous Rock Garden. The students also got an opportunity to witness the electrifying ceremonial parade at the Wagah International Border between India and

meDziphema, octo- release from Assam Ri-

Rev. Dr. Z. Hevukhu Achumi releases the movie of Jesus ber 27 (mexN): Around fles, the NCC cadets were dubbed in Sümi language at Kitami Baptist Akukuhou on 480 cadets from various shown various institutes/ October 24. districts of Nagaland at- departments in an Assam

Akukuhou, and Lhomithi Baptist Akukuhou. The movie will be sold to the public at a subsidized rate of Rs. 50/- only. For DVD contact: Lhokishe (8413003213), Vikheto (8414823970), and Tokato (9774678204).

Excise personnel seize liquor Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): The excise mobile squad personnel manning the interstate excise check gate arrested one person for possessing liquor on October 24. The arrested person has been identified as Rahim. 128 bottles of rum, 24 bottles of beer were seized from his possession. He has been booked under Section 44 of the NLTP Act, 1989, informed a press release from superintendent of excise, Katoho Sumi.

HTUK extends solidarity to AYO Kohima, october 27 (mexN): Highway Traders' Union Kohima (BOC to Lerie) has extended its fullest support and solidarity to the Angami Youth Organization (AYO) on urging the government to immediately intervene and take due action on the prevailing deplorable road conditions in Kohima.

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): The annual general conference of Nagaland State Excise Field Staff Association (NSEFSA) will be held on October 31 at the excise directorate, Dimapur. Therefore, all the members have been requested to attend the conference without fail. Meanwhile, a press release from NSEFSA general secretary informed the superintendent of excise in the district headquarters to send at least three representatives from their respective stations to attend the conference without fail. Important agenda, if any, may be submitted during the second session to the office bearers for discussion, the release added.

Pakistan. They also had a battle tank ride experience at the Agrasar Athasave Training Grounds after which a personalized tour was given inside the Army Brigade Headquarters. According to the release, the students of Livingstone Foundation Hr. Sec. School and Yadavindra Public School interacted and learnt about the diverse cultures of both the North East and North India. The National Integration Tour was flagged off on October 19 in Dimapur.

tending combined annual training camp of NCC visited 37 Assam Rifles’ camp on October 23. The combined annual training camp was conducted at SFS, Medziphema from October 16 to 24. According to a press

Rifles Battalion and routine of soldiers serving in it. The cadets saw various new generation weapon systems and equipment held by Assam Rifles Battalion for conducting counter insurgency operations during the ‘Weapons

NSUG golden jubilee Guwahati, october 27 (mexN): Naga Students' Union Guwahati (NSUG) is celebrating Golden Jubilee in Guwahati on October 31 at Shilpagram, Punjabari at 10:00 am. MK Preshow Shimray, Deputy Speaker, Manipur Legislative Assembly and Laisam Simai, Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA), Arunachal Pradesh will grace the function as chief guest and guest of honour respectively. NSUG Golden Jubilee Planning Committee convenor, Phungreiso Varu in a press release informed that the theme for the Golden Jubilee is, “Naga Morphosis - Have the courage to fly.” The committee has invited all Naga leaders, elders, working men and women, family, students members and all well wishers in Guwahati and beyond to the celebration.

Owners of land occupied by army call meeting

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): The Landowners Pattadars (forum) of land under army occupation in Dimapur has informed its members to attend the emergency meeting on October 31 (Saturday) as only few were present during the last meeting. This was informed in a press release issued by the forum general and Equipment Display’ secretary, K Thong. organised as part of the visit, the release added. A SBCC annual meeting ‘Firepower Demonstration’ was also conducted Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): The Sumi Baptist Convention Council’s annual meeting will be held on Ocfor the cadets. The Assam Rifles pro- tober 31 (Saturday), 2:00 pm at Trinity Theological College vided instructors for weap- campus, Dimapur. Therefore, the council members repon/ drill training and re- resenting three Sumi Baptist Associations and the atlarge sources for setting up of members have been requested to attend the said meetcamp site as well as water ing. Further, SBC director, Rev. Khehovi Shohe informed all supply for the cadets dur- the Sumis that few copies of Sumi Bible are available in the Sumi Baptist Convention (SBC) office for sale. ing the training camp.

NCC cadets visit Assam Rifles camp sociation (NEMWA) Chumukedima. The WSBAK has thanked the translator, editors and those who have lent their voices for the movie from Sümi Baptist Church Chumukedima, Unity Village Sümi Baptist

Dimapur, october 27 (mexN): The government of India, department of revenue, has invited comments and feedback on the draft Business Processes of GST (Goods and Services Tax). Informing this in a release, commissioner of taxes, Nagaland said that the reports of the Joint Committees on Business Processes on Registration, Refunds and Payment can be accessed at the link - dor.gov.in/SCGST. The same can also be accessed from the taxes department website at www.nagalandtac.nic.in/GSTReports. Comments and feedback from the stakeholders and public at large will be received via discussion threads on mygov.in portal. Therefore, the stakeholders have been requested to share their opinions accordingly.

NSEFSA general conference

Tuensang DPDB meeting deliberates on LADP schemes, approves other agenda tueNsaNG, october 27 (Dipr): The Tuensang District Planning and Development Board meeting was held at DC’s conference hall, Tuensang on October 27. The meeting was attended by all the elected members of the legislative assembly from the district, namely Kejong Chang, Parliamentary Secretary for Horticulture, R. Tohanba, Parliamentary Secretary for Municipal affairs, Economics and Statistics, Toyang Changkhong Chang, Parliamentary Secretary

Comments invited on draft Business Processes of GST

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

The Power of Truth

The Morung Express X issue 293X issue 185 Thursday 9volume July 2015 volume By dr. asangba Tzüdir

Preventive Vigilance

C O M M E N T A R Y

David Doyle and Jennifer Rigby Foreign Policy

The Lady and the Trampled

Towards Good Governance

s the Nagaland State Vigilance Commission observe ‘Vigilance Awareness Week’ under the theme “Preventive Vigilance as a tool to good governance,” what the Nagaland Governor and Chief Minister has said on the issue of good governance should be taken as a clarion call for the government, administration, institutions, politicians, individual officers and the citizens at large to collectively work towards achieving the goal of good governance. This calls for accountability, transparency and sincerity in the system of governance. Above all, the Vigilance Commission needs to be empowered in combating the rampant corruption which is becoming more astounding by the day. Corruption finds itself ‘tentacled’ in every possible sphere of human activity. This ubiquitous phenomenon is intensified by the question of livelihood, social status and survival in the evolution of a socially accepted standard of living. And with the socio-cultural trend of ‘normal business’ going on, we will only witness a spectacular rise in different forms of corruption. Now, with Lokayukta Bill introduced what is pertinently urgent is to pass this bill. This would facilitate the establishment of a Lokayukta in the state and subsequent check on the rampant corruption in bringing the politicians and government officials under scanner. The Lokayukta will only come into force with effect on such a date as the government may, by notification in the state gazette. This anti-corruption ombudsman is a much needed tool to curtail corruption and talking about empowerment, accountability and transparency, the Lokayukta bill can upon passing will empower and strengthen the Vigilance Commission and also in reaching out to the public at large for active participation in the collective fight against corruption. Having said that, the idea of preventive vigilance can also be translated by way of applying professional and moral integrity at the workplace which will provide the necessary guiding force in creating a climate of transparency and accountability in combating corruption. It will be much better than cure. A simple instance, the general trend is that, an officer belonging to a certain tribe is often expected first to cater to the needs and demands or give special privileges of his or her tribe. Though, professional ethics does not allow any officer to act with any form of biasness or favouritisms. To have a principle and to follow it is not easy to maintain in life especially when confronted by conflict of various forms of interests with professional integrity. And it is such a lame to put the excuse on ‘external forces’ or relationships affinities for the failure to stand by one’s professional and moral principles. Acting on one’s professional and moral integrity is really desired in our system of governance. It will immediately bear the fruits of accountability and transparency and ultimately better governance. Coming to our attitudinal fold, we live in a society where we are bogged down by various forms of negativities. Rather than combating, we are so used to the negativities that we tend to get mellowed down by the ‘system’ in place coupled with the attitude of passing the blame rather than acting responsibly to the call of “duty for duty sake.” First and foremost, if we are to fight against corruption, then pointing fingers will not help and thereby demands a reality check on our moral selves, which will give impetus in transforming oneself into responsible agents. As such, our thoughts and actions need to be professionally, ethically and morally guided in acting responsibly. This will bear witness and lend credibility to a collective action in the resurgence towards building a system of good governance. As the saying goes, “prevention is better than cure” always. (Dr. Asangba Tzüdir is an Editor with Heritage Publishing House. He contributes a weekly guest editorial to the Morung Express. Feedback and comments can be mailed to asangtz@gmail.com)

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When Chhota Rajan inspired Bollywood

n the Bollywood world, which has oft been captivated by the underbelly of the underworld nexus, has brought glimpses of the story of mafia don Rajendra Sadashiv Nikhalje alias Chhota Rajan -- a former aide and strongmanturned-foe of fugitive Dawood Ibrahim -- who has been arrested by the Indonesian police in Bali. What made Chhota Rajan's life worth a cinematic treatment was how he fought his way into the gangster world. Born into a middle class Marathi family, Chhota Rajan took to black marketing of Bollywood film tickets and gradually made his way to bigger crimes like murder, extortion, arms smuuggling and more. He earned his name Chhota Rajan only when he took over the gang led by his mentor Bada Rajan after he was killed in the 1970s. Ram Gopal Varma's "Vaastav: The Reality" and Mahesh Manjrekar's "Vaastav" are some of the movies that blatantly depicted characters inspired by Chhota Rajan, who operated from Mumbai and is wanted in India for a series of serious crimes and murders. He has been nabbed in Bali on Sunday. "Vaastav: The Reality", a critically acclaimed film released in 1999, is a hard-hitting tale of the transformation of an innocent young man and how he gets sucked into the dark and dreadful world of the mafias, and emerges as a powerful gangster. The film, though primarily about guns and goons, it also had a slight love angle. The film, produced by Chhota Rajan's brother Deepak Nikalje himself, continues to be one of Sanjay Dutt's finest performances. Chhota Rajan has not been at the core of many movies, unlike dons like Haji Mastan, Karim Lala, Dawood Ibrahim and Chhota Shakeel, but the 2002 film "Company" another film that reflected on his life. Described by many as a "fictional expose" of the mafia organisation D-Company, run by Dawood Ibrahim, the movie particularly zoomed the camera on the fallout between Dawood and his close aide Chhota Rajan. Intense actor Ajay Devgn starred as Malik -- loosely based on Dawood, while Vivek Oberoi lent his raw acting skills in a powerful performance as Chandu -- a take on Chhota Rajan. Having garnered critical acclaim, the movie also, in its own way, traced Chhota Rajan's rise to fame in the underworld, and his eventual rift with Dawood. Varma's "Satya 2" also seemed to have hints of Chhota Rajan's life, but the filmmaker, who is known for his deft handling of such sensitive and crime-related subjects, had denied any such influences. Bollywood's fascination with the underworld has continued and evolved over the years. From the 1989 film "Parinda", which was India's entry for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film; to "Khalnayak", "Satya", "Hathyar", "Maqbool", "D", "Gangster", "Shootout at Lokhandwala", "Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai", "Shootout at Wadala" and "Once Upon ay Time in Mumbai Dobaara!". In fact, an upcoming movie titled "Haseena" will see actress Sonakshi Sinha essaying Dawood Ibrahim’s sister in a biopic to be directed by Apoorva Lakhia.

hile Myanmar’s presidential candidate and democracy icon Aung San Suu Kyi was campaigning in the southern part of the restive state of Rakhine on Oct. 16, Mohammed Allam was leaning back on a plastic chair in a refugee camp on the outskirts of the state’s capital, Sittwe, bemoaning his fate. “I had a good business in Sittwe; I had a shop. But after the violence, I had to live here,” he said. Like roughly 140,000 other members of the persecuted Muslim Rohingya minority, Allam was forced into one of many squalid refugee camps after ethnic riots broke out in Rakhine in 2012. Since then, he says, he has stayed with eight family members in a nine-squarefoot room. “A human being cannot live like this,” said Allam, who is in his mid-40s. Around him, on the main street running through the camp, people sat in the dusty entrances to their homes — many just tiny shacks cobbled together with bamboo and corrugated iron — drinking tea and talking. There is little else to do. “It is so hot inside the room, and we get many kinds of diseases,” Allam said, shaking his head and looking at the ground. “I feel as if I am living in hell.” Myanmar’s first fully democratic election following decades of military rule is just weeks away on Nov. 8, and Aung San Suu Kyi’s party, the National League for Democracy (NLD), is widely expected to win. When the party last participated in elections in 1990, it secured more than 80 percent of the seats in parliament — though the ruling military junta refused to recognize the results and placed Aung San Suu Kyi under house arrest, where she spent much of the last few decades. Released in 2010 as the government sought to show it was democratizing, Aung San Suu Kyi remains the country’s most popular politician. Since the campaign season officially started on Sept. 8, thousands of supporters across the country have crowded into rallies to see the 70-year-old Nobel Peace Prize winner give impassioned speeches and wave the flag of her party, a fighting peacock and a star on a red background. But her visit to Rakhine was different. The crowds were there, but so were more than 1,000 security personnel. When a Buddhist audience member asked if her party’s election would usher a Muslim takeover of Myanmar, Aung San Suu Kyi responded with a rare flash of anger. That question risked “inciting racial or religious conflict,” she said. Rakhine, a sprawling coastal state of 3.2 million people that hugs the Bay of Bengal, is riven by conflict between the majority Rakhine and the Rohingya minority, a Muslim ethnic group which, along with several other smaller Muslim communities, makes up roughly 30 percent of the state’s population. (Of the more than 56 million people living in Myanmar,

ixty-five years after a major international summit here on malaria, the mosquito-borne disease remains a scourge and its incidence may even be rising in parts of sub-Saharan Africa due to the combined effects of climate change, agricultural practices and population displacement. Almost half the world’s population is deemed at risk of malaria, and an estimated 214 million people will contract it in 2015, with nearly half a million dying. “Malaria is the number one public health problem in our country,” says Babria Babiler El-Sayed, director of Sudan’s Tropical Medicine Research Institute. Sudan has begun, with the assistance of FAO and the IAEA, to release sterilized male mosquitoes into the air in hopes that they crowd out their virile brethren and lead to reduced mosquito populations. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the International Atomic Energy Association (IAEA) have used this “nuclear” technique with success against the lethal tsetse fly and the produce-destroying fruit fly. Malaria is a new area, and the two agencies are experimenting across East Africa with this so-called Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) of pest control. And yet malaria is demonstrably preventable – and that is why it is explicitly named in Sustainable Development Goal No. 3 as something to be ended by 2030. The key is not to rely on one method or tool but to develop integrated efforts to subdue the disease, notes El-Sayed. That fits FAO’s broader approach. While working with the IAEA on the logistics and technology of SIT, field officers emphasize the need to integrate agricultural practices ranging from crop selection, tilling technique, water use and even rural home locations. It’s a shift from 1950, when a World Health Organization conference held in Kampala resolved to support the intensive use of Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (DDT) to eradicate the disease. As was learned the hard way, even such a potent chemical cannot on its own sustainably solve the problem.

Buddhists account for at least 80 percent of the population, while Muslims make up less than 5 percent.) Violence broke out between the Muslim Rohingya and Buddhist Rakhines in 2012, sparked by the Rohingya gang rape and murder of a Rakhine woman and the murder of 10 Muslims by a mob of Rakhines a week later. At least 88 people died in the ensuing riots, and more than 2,500 homes were burned. Although both sides spilled blood and destroyed property, it is the Rohingya who have fared the worse since. By the end of 2012, the local government had forced many of the state’s Rohingyas into refugee camps or in segregated villages and towns across the northern end of the state. The Myanmar government denies them freedom of movement and basic human rights: fathers and mothers cannot reach their jobs, children cannot reach their schools, and the sick cannot reach medicine. (The government provides a limited amount of aid; international NGOs are present as well.) So desperate are the conditions that, over the past year, tens of thousands of Rohingya have fled the region. Many boarded overcrowded fishing boats bound for Thailand or Malaysia in a bid to escape, enduring horrific conditions and an incredibly risky journey. Hundreds, if not thousands, died in the process. Earlier this year, the government stripped identity cards from many Rohingya, rendering them stateless and barring them from voting in November’s election. Allam is angry about this step backward. “In the last election, we could take part and vote,” he said, referring to the country’s last general election in 2010. This time, he said, “we are not included because of demanding our rights.” Aung San Suu Kyi, affectionately known as “the Lady” in Myanmar, has faced severe international criticism for not speaking up for the Rohingya. In late May, the Dalai Lama urged her to do something about the problem, and in late September, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said he was “appalled” by the conditions in the Rohingya camps. And yet, Aung San Suu Kyi refuses to publicly use the term “Rohingya” to avoid alienating her more right-wing Buddhist constituents. She does not go as far as the ruling government, however, which prefers to call Rohingyas “Bengalis” — implying that they are Bangladeshi and not Burmese — and paint them as illegal immigrants living in “relief camps.” In June, on one of the rare occasions in which Aung San Suu Kyi referenced the controversy, she said only that the protection of ethnic minority rights was an extremely “sensitive issue” and should be treated “very carefully.” On this trip, the Lady did not visit the north of the state, where most of the Rohingya live. Instead, in a speech in Toungup — a town in south Rakhine, where violence flared in 2012 — Aung San Suu Kyi referred

obliquely to intimidation and power, suggesting the only way to change things is for the Rohingyas to take part in a democratic election. “If the government understands that the people can remove it, the authorities will be forced to work in the interest of the people — not only for themselves,” she said. Some Rohingyas are surprisingly understanding about the pressures she faces in trying to win and keep the support of Buddhist voters. “I am upset that Aung San Suu Kyi has not talked about the Rohingya, but I hope after the election, she will do it,” said Mabia, a Rohingya woman who only gave her first name. “I hope things will be a little better if Aung San Suu Kyi wins,” she added. She said that her oldest son recently died trying to flee Rakhine to Malaysia in a rickety boat — one of thousands who attempted the desperate journey this year. But other Rohingya are less forgiving — including some who are living in Aung Mingalar, a ghetto near the center of Sittwe, with thousands of inhabitants crammed into a few blocks. Before 2012, those people lived among their fellow Rakhines. But now, roadblocks covered in barbed wire stand at Aung Mingalar’s entrances, and guards prevent Rohingya from leaving. Khin Khin, 27, worked on a shrimp farm before 2012. “Now I just sit here and eat nothing,” she said. “We have hope, but it has been three years now, and we still have no change. We want to live in peace. We want to go outside freely.” Zaw Zaw, a 38-year-old imam who saw his Sittwe school burned to the ground during the 2012 violence, questions whether Aung San Suu Kyi can bring the change his community needs. “She can cry for the human rights and stability here, but if she doesn’t come into power, she can’t do anything,” he said. There are many obstacles to getting that power. Even if her party beats the ruling Union Solidarity and Development Party, Myanmar’s constitution bars her from leading the country under rules that say a president’s immediate family must not be foreign (her children and late husband are British). There are other political obstacles specific to Rakhine. Whatever happens nationally, in Rakhine it is not Aung San Suu Kyi’s NLD party that is expected to triumph, but the Arakan National Party (ANP). The party, named after the ancient kingdom of the state, takes an anti-Rohingya stance: It successfully lobbied for the Rohingya to be disenfranchised and has said it wants “Bengali immigrants” deported or placed in camps. The Rohingya themselves have had a political party, called the National Democratic Party for Development, which some in the camps said they would have liked to vote for if they could — but the face of such repression, the party is barely surviving. Htoo May, a 36-year-old ANP candidate for the Rakhine townships of Ann and Ramree, 80 miles southeast of Sittwe, says she respects Aung San Suu Kyi because the ANP also wants democracy. However, Htoo May says the Western media only tells one side of the Rohingya story. Although some Rohingya are law-abiding, she says, others are violent and expansionist. “Muslims and Bengalis have a lot of children, and the population needs more land and more land for food. We can see this,” she said. “We Rakhine people never rape Muslim women, but Muslim men and Bengalis rape Rakhine woman — and kill. They are not living there peacefully.” There is, of course, intense mistrust from the Rohingya toward the Rakhines as well. When asked about their Buddhist neighbors, some faces darken. “When I remember being attacked, I am angry,” says 30-year-old Jamil, who lives in one of the refugee camps and asked to be referred to only by his first name. “I don’t know if we can live together. I do not trust the Rakhines. Some are good, but some are not.” But even he hopes Aung San Suu Kyi could help. “If she wins, she could negotiate between the communities and keep a reconciliation,” he said. Perhaps that is because, otherwise, there would be no hope at all.

Agricultural keys to Malaria in African Highlands mzizi Kabiba Inter Press Service Indeed, in the emblematic case of the Tennessee Valley in the United States, it was a mass anti-poverty campaign coupled with a huge hydroelectric public-works program that led to the rapid demise of malaria without the use of chemicals in the 1930s. Warmer climate helps bugs fly higher Particularly alarming is malaria’s literal ascent into the densely-populated highlands of east Africa. Inhabitants of southwest Uganda and parts of Zambia and Rwanda typically lack the genetic resistance to malaria developed by farmers in mosquito-prone areas. Climate change wreaks all sorts of changes in the risk profile of the human environment. For example, more and more Zambians are killed by crocodiles, lions and buffalos as they travel further for water in times of drought. Less headline-grabbing, but more pervasive, is the way one poor harvest can wipe out livelihoods, driving people to sell their livestock, tools and even land in a bid to survive and ending up mired in poverty. Similarly, pressure on the land – sometimes linked to civil conflict – is driving record flows of migrants, the majority of whom don’t leave their countries, but move into new ecosystems, as scores of Ugandans are doing by moving to the hilly southwest regions of this country and ultimately taking up a form of farming that enhances the risk of malaria. Add to this the steady climb in average temperatures, which increase the potential habitat for the main malarial vectors

and are “related to altitude rather than latitude,” according to recent research done by the International Food Policy Research Institute into why the incidence of malaria has risen so dramatically in Uganda’s upcountry. That spells special risks for elevations above 2,000 meters in Kenya, Ethiopia and Burundi, too. Strategies must be integrated and local Despite popular images today, malaria is not particularly a tropical disease. Indeed, it was the successful use of DDT in postwar Italy that galvanized the Kampala conference, even though it now appears the rising incomes linked to Marshall Plan-funded economic growth was the determining factor. Integrated methods – farming techniques, crops themselves, and human practices such as the use of nets – are all part of any success story in malaria. Zambia’s Malaria Institute at Macha has, with international support, practically eliminated malaria in its southern district, and the credit should go primarily to an engaged community effort, according to Dr. Phil Thuma, one of the institute’s mainstays and an advocate of what he calls “full court press” tactics in battling the epidemic. FAO has long been involved in distributing mosquito nets, one of the simple but critical tools in any effort. Indeed, one current FAO project promotes the use of insecticide-treated nets around livestock barns in Kenya and has led to a sharp uptick in dairy production as both humans and ani-

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mals are healthier. The media has long indulged in donor-depressing tales about Zambian fishermen using anti-mosquito nets to boost their catch or – in one quirky story from Uganda but published in Botswana – people using the nets to make bridal dresses. But in fact most people in eastern Africa have and use their government-provided nets today, and many buy another one in a sign of conviction about their utility, according to a detailed survey of actual behaviour in Tanzania. The real problem is that many farmers have to get up before dawn, or stay out in their fields late, and as a result their work forces them to forgo protection during the biting hours. Almost everybody knows the basics about malaria, but few had heard about climate change. Intriguingly, those with secondary or higher education tended to worry about unpredictable rain patterns while those with only primary education are focused on rising temperatures. Empirical surveys clearly show that where cultivation practices reduce vegetation cover, temperatures rise in mosquito breeding sites. That means land use and reforestation efforts need to be part of the community-driven policy mix. Farmer field schools, a longtime FAO priority focus, are key to spreading knowledge that is locally useful, such as casting shade on breeding places or fostering fish in ponds. Developing “malaria-smart” programs need to be drawn up with that in mind, especially given efforts to increase irrigation infrastructures to boost agricultural yields in sub-Saharan Africa. One survey in Ethiopia found that the rate of childhood malaria was seven times higher in villages within three kilometres of a microdam for irrigation than children living more than eight kilometres away. Maize cultivation, a huge force in the region, may also be lifting the incidence of malaria because the higheryield hybrid varieties used pollinate later in the year, helping fatten up mosquito larvae – meaning more, bigger and longer-living adult ones.

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Why revolution is no longer possible

Byung-Chul Han

year ago, I responded to Antonio Negri’s presentation at the Berliner Schaubühne, where two critiques of capitalism collided. Negri had enthused about global resistance to “Empire,” the neoliberal system of domination. He presented himself as a Communist revolutionary and referred to me as a skeptical academic. Zealously, he invoked the “Multitude” — the networked mass of protest and revolution that he clearly trusted to bring the Empire to a fall. The standpoint of the Communist revolutionary struck me as overly naïve and removed from reality. Accordingly, I tried to say why revolution is no longer possible today. Why is the neoliberal system of domination so stable? Why is there so little resistance to it? Why does the resistance that does occur so quickly come to naught? Why, despite the ever-expanding divide between rich and poor, is revolution no longer possible? To explain this state of affairs, we need a precise understanding of how power and domination function today. Anyone wishing to install a new system of rule must eliminate resistance. The same holds for the neoliberal order. Implementing a new system of dominion requires an instance of power that posits; often, this entails the use of force. However, power that posits a system is not identical to power that stabilizes a system internally. As is well known, Margaret Thatcher, the standard bearer of neoliberalism, treated unions as “internal enemies” and combated them violently. For all that, using force to establish the neoliberal agenda does not amount to system-preserving power. System-preserving power is not repressive, but seductive In disciplinary and industrial society, system-preserving power was repressive. Factory workers were brutally exploited by factory owners. Such violent exploitation of others’ labor entailed acts of protest and resistance. There, it was possible for a revolution to topple the standing relations of production. In that system of repression, both the oppressors and the oppressed were visible. There was a concrete opponent — a visible enemy —and one could offer resistance. The neoliberal system of domination has a wholly different structure. Now, system-preserving power no longer works through repression, but through seduction — that is, it leads us astray. It is no longer visible, as was the case under the regime of discipline. Now, there is no longer a concrete opponent, no enemy suppressing freedom that one might resist. Neoliberalism turns the oppressed worker into a free contractor, an entrepreneur of the self. Today, everyone is a self-exploiting worker in their own enterprise. Every individual is master and slave in one. This also means that class struggle has become an internal struggle with oneself. Today, anyone who fails to succeed blames themselves and feels ashamed. People see themselves, not society, as the problem. The subjugated subject is not even aware of its subjugation Any disciplinary power that expends effort to force human beings into a straitjacket of commandments and prohibitions proves inefficient. It is significantly more efficient to ensure that people subordinate themselves to domination on their

evelopments in Catalonia have caught the attention of the worldwide media over the last few years. Since 2012 Catalans have experienced huge civic mobilisations claiming the right to democratically decide their futures. During these last few years many Catalans have stopped believing that they can indeed have a better country inside the Spanish State. The Catalan Government and Parliament have taken each and every possible step to organise a self-determination referendum so that people can choose. Unfortunately, this has all been in vain. Being a mayor of a Catalan town myself, I initiated two specific actions during the past few weeks after the vote that took place on 27 September. The first action was to organise a remembrance for former President Lluís Companys on the eve of his execution at the hands of Spanish Francoist authorities in 1940. Lluís Companys, who was head of the Catalan Government as well as president of my party Esquerra Republicana, remains the only democratically elected President to be murdered for political reasons while still in office throughout the whole of European history. After the fall of Barcelona, Companys went into exile in France where he was then detained by the Gestapo in Brittany and handed over to the Spanish authorities. In Spain he faced a fake military trial and was finally executed in Barcelona’s Montjuic fortress. By killing a man, the fascists tried to eliminate a country. As others had tried to do so many times before. Exactly 75 years after these tragic events, on the very day we were commemorating the murder of President Companys, another Catalan President was summoned before a court. The current President, Artur Mas, is facing criminal charges for allegedly having organised the non-binding consultation on 9 November 2014 where, despite all the threats and intimidation by Madrid, 2.3 million Catalans went to the polls to cast a symbolic vote on selfdetermination (80% of whom voted for independence). Mr. Mas, along with two other ministers, was charged for disobedience, principle counterfeiting, misuse of public funds and unauthorised seizure of public offices. On the same day, along with 400 other Catalan mayors, I had demonstrated that morning in front of the Barcelona court palace to defend the

The tough logic of capitalism prevails even at the heart of the sharing economy. As nice as it may be to share, no one gives away anything for free own. The efficacy defining the system today stems from the fact that, instead of operating through prohibition and privation, it aims to please and fulfill. Instead of making people compliant, it endeavors to make them dependent. This logic of neoliberal efficiency also holds for surveillance. In the 1980s, to cite one example, there were vehement protests against the German national census. Even schoolchildren took to the streets. From today’s perspective, the information requested therein— profession, education levels, and distance from the workplace — seem almost laughable. At the time, people believed that they were facing the state as an instance of domination wresting data from citizens against their will. That time is long past. Today, people expose themselves willingly. Precisely this sense of freedom is what makes protest impossible. In contrast to the days of the census, hardly anyone protests against surveillance. Free self-disclosure and self-exposure follow the same logic of efficiency as free self-exploitation. What is there to protest against? Oneself? Conceptual artist Jenny Holzer has formulated the paradox of the present situation: “Protect me from what I want.” It is important to distinguish between power that posits and power that preserves. Today, power that maintains the system assumes a “smart” and friendly guise. In so doing, it makes itself invisible and unassailable. The subjugated subject does not even recognize that it has been subjugated. The subject thinks she is free. This mode of domination neutralizes resistance quite effectively. Domination that represses and attacks freedom is not stable. The neoliberal regime proves stable by immunizing itself against all resistance, because it makes use of freedom instead of repressing it. Suppressing freedom quickly provokes resistance; exploiting freedom does not. After the Asian financial crisis, South Korea stood paralyzed and shocked. The IMF intervened and extended credit. In return, the government had to assert its neoliberal agenda by force. This was repressive, positing power — the kind that often proves violent and differs from system-preserving power, which manages to pass itself off as freedom. According to Naomi Klein, the state of social shock following catastrophes such as the financial crisis in South Korea — or the current crisis in Greece — offers the chance to radically reprogram society by force. Today, there is hardly any resistance in South Korea. Quite the opposite: a vast consensus prevails — as well as depression and burnout. South Korea

now has the world’s highest suicide rate. People enact violence on themselves instead of seeking to change society. Aggression directed outward, which would entail revolution, has yielded to aggression directed inward, against oneself. Today, no collaborative, networked multitude exists that might rise up in a global mass of protest and revolution. Instead, the prevailing mode of production is based on lonesome and isolated self-entrepreneurs, who are also estranged from themselves. Companies used to compete with each other. Within each enterprise, however, solidarity could occur. Today, everyone is competing against everyone else — and within the same enterprise, too. Even though such competition heightens productivity by leaps and bounds, it destroys solidarity and communal spirit. No revolutionary mass can arise from exhausted, depressive, and isolated individuals. Neoliberalism cannot be explained in Marxist terms. The famous “alienation” of labor does not even occur. Today, we dive eagerly into work — until we burn out. The first stage of burnout syndrome, after all, is euphoria. Burnout and revolution are mutually exclusive. Accordingly, it is mistaken to believe that the Multitude will cast off the parasitic Empire to inaugurate a communist society. The sharing economy leads to the total commercialization of life How do matters stand with communism today? “Sharing” and “community” are constantly being invoked. The sharing economy is supposed to replace the economy of property and possession. Sharing is Caring runs the maxim of the “Circlers” in Dave Eggers’s recent novel: to share is to cure, so to speak. The sidewalk leading to the Circle corporate office is emblazoned with slogans such as Community First and Humans Work Here. A more honest motto would be, Caring is Killing. Digital ridesharing centers, which turn all of us into taxi drivers, advertise with appeals to community, too. But it is mistaken to claim — as Jeremy Rifkin does in his newest book, The Zero Marginal Cost Society — that the sharing economy has sounded the end of capitalism and inaugurated a communally-oriented society in which sharing is valued more highly than owning. The opposite is the case: the sharing economy ultimately leads to the total commercialization of life. The change that Rifkin celebrates — from owning to “access” — has not freed us from capitalism. People without money still have no access to sharing. Even in the age of access, we still live within what Didier Bigo has dubbed the “Ban-opticon,” and those without means remain excluded. “Airbnb” — the computerized marketplace that turns every home into a hotel — has even made hospitality a commodity. The ideology of “community” or a “collaborative commons” leads to the total capitalization of existence. It makes it impossible to be friendly without a purpose. In a society of continuous, mutual feedback, friendship, too, becomes commercialized. People are friendly to get better ratings. The tough logic of capitalism prevails even at the heart of the sharing economy. As nice as it may be to share, no one gives away anything for free. Capitalism reaches fulfillment when it sells communism as a commodity. Communism as a commodity spells the end of revolution.

Why I won't stop fighting for Catalan independence Jordi Sole I Ferrando very concept of democracy, to say that we were also guilty for having supported and participated in that kind of vote and to stand by the side of our elected President. We demonstrated there because it is simply a shame that the Spanish State tries to punish another Catalan President, this time for having put in place ballot boxes and for having allowed citizens to express their opinion regarding their country’s future. In a press statement right after his appearance before the court, Artur Mas explained that he told the judge: “you will have to decide whether I am a criminal or a democrat”. It is simply unacceptable, in a democratic state, that a President can be punished for exercising sheer democracy, for allowing people to vote. It is a shame that this is happening right here in the European Union and for the sake of the unity of a state, a unity that seems to stand above everything, including democratic values and practices. While the Spanish government tries its best to show to the world its rather weak democratic credentials and –to put it mildly- its very weak commitment to democratic values, the newly elected Catalan Parliament has got a democratic mandate for independence. So, despite all the disproportionate reactions of the Spanish institutions that try to put a fence around the democratic aspirations of the majority of Catalans and also threaten to put in jail our elected representatives and to suspend our own institutions, the trajectory towards independence goes on. Since it has become impossible to organise an agreed and binding referendum like the Scottish one, the last parliamentary elections held on 27 September 27 had a plebiscitary character. Although formally it was just another election to set up the regional parliament, in real terms it was about getting a parliamentary majority for independence or not. In the last Parliament elected in 2011, there was a near two-thirds majority in favour of the right to decide, that means in favour of finding a democratic way to know whether the

Catalan people want their country to become an independent state or not. Just two parties, the Republican Left of Catalonia (ERC) and Popular Unity Candidacy (CUP) - a far left, proindependence party - participated in that election with a clear proposal for independence. These two parties won 24 out of 135 seats of the house. The mandate to the former parliament was not outright independence, but rather the calling of a referendum. In last September’s election and after all the failed attempts to organise that referendum, two different platforms emerged and participated in the elections with a clear programme for independence. Junts pel Sí – Together for Yes – which is a coalition between my ERC, Convergència Democràtica de Catalunya (Artur Mas’ party) and several pro-independence civic platforms, on one side and CUP on the other side. These two lists managed to get 72 representatives or an absolute majority of the seats: 62 for Together for Yes and 10 for CUP. So the practical result of the last election was that the number of proindependence MPs went up from 24 to 72 and that for the first time ever there is now an absolute majority in the Parliament in favour of independence and with a clear democratic mandate to achieve it. We will honour that mandate and will make use of that legitimate majority by putting in place, as soon as possible, our roadmap towards independence. This roadmap will precisely define the terms and steps that are currently being negotiated between Together for Yes and CUP. Should there be an agreement, and I am sure there will be, a new government will be formed in the next couple of weeks. It is true that we were slightly short of the absolute majority of votes, since “only” 48% of all the votes cast –with a record 77.4% turnout- went to pro-independence lists. The rest, the other 52%, should by no means be counted on the No side. The lists clearly opposing independence got 39% of the votes. The rest went to parties that

support Catalonia’s self-determination, albeit not being clearly for independence. So the second reading of the results is that, would there have been a referendum, we could have had a real chance to win it. These results are even more significant when taking into account what the kind of electoral campaign we went through mean. The Spanish version of “Project Fear” was as intense and as humiliating, but not as effective, as the one London used against Scottish independence, partly because Catalonia has some influential media that supports its independence. Of course the Spanish reaction to the election results was exactly the one expected: blind. Mainstream media and government minimised the victory of pro-independence forces and presented the results as a failure of the Together for Yes coalition, since it did not get an absolute majority alone. Meanwhile, as if we were living in two parallel realities, the mainstream international media underlined the victory of pro-independence parties and the fact that there would be a parliamentary majority pushing forward independence. It was shocking to compare headlines coming from Madrid and elsewhere in the world on the morning after the elections. Having said all the previous, it is obvious that the Catalan process towards independence is advancing. And this is happening because it is a strong, democratic revolution. It is a grass roots movement with wide support, based on legitimate values and aspirations. There remain, however, both imaginable and unimaginable difficulties, because we are dealing with a state that denies our right to choose our own future and does not wish to see that Catalonia is a distinct political community with the right to take mature decisions. This state hides behind formalities in order impede the exercising of true democracy. Over the past few years, whenever we talked with the international community, they asked us to come back with a democratic mandate for independence. Well, we now we are back with that mandate. While we know that the Spanish state will do nearly everything possible to prevent the mandate from being implemented, we will go ahead and we wont be intimidated. What we have to win, for us and for the future generations of Catalans, is much more than what we might lose.

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As humans, we tend to stereotype people around us. We believe that individuals can be predicted to behave in a certain way based on their religion, caste, sex and race. This is of course a faulty way of understanding a person. Diversities exist within these groups. This week’s article questions the negative stereotyping our society has constructed for drug addicts and alcoholics. By having a hostile and unfavourable attitude towards these identities, we may be doing them more harm than good. An emphatic approach would help them realize that there is a chance for redemption. After all, they are also human beings and have as many flaws and virtues as any other person.

A different glance at alcoholics and drug users A different approach: reconsidering the label

T. Thungdeno Humtsoe Asst. Professor, Dept. Of Sociology

lcoholism or drug addiction is a form of individual as well as social disorganisation created by individual’s maladjustments with the complex conditions of the modern society. A grave social evil like these is the result of the operation of mixed factors. It could be due to psychological causes like getting ‘kicks’ and ‘thrills’, relieving tension, avoiding boredom, easing depression, satisfying curiosity or physiological factors like removing pain, getting sleep or social causes like challenging social values, to become acceptable to friends, for companionship and fun, facilitating social experiences, to set new social trends etc. Substance abuse is said to be an ugly diseases posing a big challenge to the society. It is associated with social disgrace and dishonour.This disease of addiction creates a lot of distance between the people who are afflicted by it and those who are not. The community, friend’s circle and even their own family members look down upon him/her. There are a number of different stereotypes that people associate with drug addicts and alcoholics. These typical opinions are generally negative, and may consist of the belief that a substance user has been a victim of a bad upbringing, troubled background and broken family. They may also adopt the theory that drug addicts are unemployed, high school dropouts or even prostitutes. The reality is much more nuanced. The use of alcohol and other drugs among teens and youths is actually higher in middle or upper class families. And not all drug users are unemployed or uneducated or have had a poor upbringing, school dropouts or sex workers. Our perception of what a “drug user” or an “alcoholic” actually differs from reality. We wouldn’t call famous existentialist Jean Paul Sartre with his love of amphetamines and mescaline, a “drug user”. We wouldn’t call renowned mathematician Paul Erdos’s, who extensively used Benzedine and other stimulants, a “drug user”. We wouldn’t label world’s famous musicians like Elton John, Eminem, Elvis Peresley, Bob Marley, Paris Hilton and Paul McCartney as “drug addicts” with their reliance on drugs like Cocaine, Heroin, LSD, Cannabis etc. We wouldn’t call the world’s famous personalities like Thomas Edison, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Angelina Joliewith their dependence on drugs and other stimulants, a “drug user”. We also should not tag the English romantic poet John Keats and a celebrated English social reformer and philosopher Florence Nightingale with their dependence on Opium as a “drug user”. And of course, I think it’s safe to say that enough people believed that Barack Obama was a good choice for President despite his admitted cocaine use. The point here is not to glorify neither to speak ill of such famous people who led successful lives despite diving into recreational drugs, but rather to illuminate the one caution to all drug use that people seem to forget. Maybe drugs and alcohol work differently for everyone. Some people have to go their whole lives without drinking alcohol or taking drugs. Some people can extensively use stimulants and become acclaimed academics, professionals, rock stars etc; others end up in gutter; and yet others end up somewhere in between. Thus, we need to understand that an addiction can be beyond a person’s control and it can be unfair to hold harsh opinions of addicts. It’s all too easy to stereotype people when frightening buzzwords such as “drug user”, “ drug addict”, “drug abuse” or “alcoholic” pop up. It’s even easier to proselytize those people and easier still to condemn them for their behaviour. But the truth is often deeper than labels can manage to describe, and when our stereotypes lead to prejudice and disrespect, we commit the same mistake that everyone else does. Addiction does not and should not discriminate between different types of people as they are equal members of the society: people who are parents, employees, friends, uncles, aunts, brothers and sisters. These people may be extremely successful in their work, more intelligent, talented, kind, helpful, honest and generous than the rest because an addiction does not define the intelligence, personality or other characteristics of a person. Although it is understandable that an addict suffers the consequences for their dangerous and chosen involvement, the penalty should not extend to the point of being treated indifferently. The negative stereotype associated with drug use could make it difficult for some people to find help. They will find it hard to admit that they are addicted to a drug if the common view of an addict is so undesirable and far from the truth. Many ex-users suffer discrimination that affects their well being and future due to their past mistakes, despite having gone through the process of getting well again. Employers are reluctant to hire an addict or ex-addict because they are viewed as unreliable- and rightly so in some cases. Yet there are many who have turned their life around and worked hard to do so. We need to have a better understanding of the range of people it may affect and help and care must be provided to those who are struggling with addiction. They deserve a chance to live their life fully like the rest, a good future, a hope and they ought to be accepted by their members of the society. We, as a responsible and concern citizens should try to look past a person’s past mistakes or even current way of living and make an effort to simply consider them as another human being; one with family, perhaps a job, hobbies and primarily their personality. Personality is the foundation of judgement and the opinions formed on stigmas such as social habits are faulty and superficial. All of us need to work together not only to prevent people from becoming victims of this problem, but also to bring back the addicts and the recovered addicts into the mainstream of social life. “Degree of Thought is a weekly community column initiated by Tetso College in partnership with The Morung Express. Degree of Thought will delve into the social, cultural, political and educational issues around us. The views expressed here do not reflect the opinion of the institution. Tetso College is a NAAC Accredited UGC recognised Commerce and Arts College. For feedback or comments please email: admin@tetsocollege.org”.

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INDIA

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Police 窶話eef raid' on Kerala House triggers political storm NEW DELHI, OctO BEr 27 (IANs): A police 'raid' on Kerala House here to check if it served beef triggered a storm on Tuesday, with the chief ministers of Kerala, Delhi and West Bengal as well as Left leaders condemning the "intolerance" and demanding action against Delhi Police -- which reports to the central government. Although there was no response from the central government, Delhi Police Commissioner B.S. Bassi insisted that his men did not "raid" Kerala Police on Monday and broke no law. He said police only wanted to prevent possible trouble after they got a complaint that beef was served in the canteen of Kerala House, located in the heart of the capital. Kerala House promptly took off "Carabeef" (buffalo meat) from its menu after some 20 policemen entered the premises and made inquiries and made it clear that it was not cow meat. On Tuesday, Kerala House said beef would return to its menu from Wednesday. After calling the police action "unwarranted and unfortunate", Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy wrote to Prime Minister

Attacks on India's beef industry hit buffalo meat trade

A butcher cuts meat for a customer inside his shop in Mumbai. (REUTERS Photo)

Narendra Modi seeking action against Delhi Police. Chandy said the "raid was conducted without any permission or prior intimation to the Resident Commissioner. "I would like to inform you that Kerala House serves authentic Kerala cuisine, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. All the items on the menu are in accordance with and entirely with the confines of law." He asked Modi to in-

struct Home Minister Rajnath Singh to take appropriate action against the guilty police officers. Earlier, speaking in Kozhikode, Chandy said the police "raid" was "unwarranted and unfortunate". "The police action is not acceptable. Delhi Police was wrong in what they did. "Kerala House is not a private hotel. It is the official building of the Kerala government." Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala

said he would meet Delhi's Lt. Governor Najeeb Jung with a complaint against Delhi Police, which reports to Jung and to the central home ministry. Deputy Commissioner of Police Jatin Narwal told IANS that they got a complaint from a Vishnu Gupta of the little known Hindu Sena, and his men went to Kerala House to verify the facts. "We did not raid the premises. Our responsibility is to maintain law and

NEW DELHI/MUMBAI, OctOBEr 27 (rEUtErs): Rising tensions over eating beef in Hindumajority India are starting to hit the multi-billion dollar buffalo meat trade, with exports falling in the last six months as traders run short of supplies and China lifts purchases from Brazil. Religious activists, who critics say have been emboldened by nationalist premier Narendra Modi's ascendance, have stepped up attacks on the beef industry, alleging that cows are being killed and falsely labeled for export as buffalo meat. Cows are revered in Hindu culture and their killing is banned in some states. Beef exports are banned, but in recent weeks suppliers of buffalo meat have been order," he said. "We discussed the matter with the guest house officials." Congress leader and former Kerala chief minister A.K. Antony did not comment on the Monday incident but said India, from being a land of peace, was passing through a tough time since Modi became the prime minister. "Today it has come to a stage that what one can eat, what one can wear and what one can write are coming under the scrutiny

roughed up by Hindu mobs on suspicion of carrying cow carcasses in their trucks, exporters said. As a result, the exporters said only a fraction of the meat processing centres authorised to export are operating in the major selling state Uttar Pradesh, where a mob of Hindus lynched a Muslim man last month over rumours he ate beef. "If we get orders there is no supply; if suppliers try to sell, they are harassed," said Mohammed Tauseef, director of Al-Hamd Agro Food Products in Uttar Pradesh. India is the world's biggest buffalo meat exporter and April-September shipments fell 13.2 percent from a year ago to 598,901 tonnes, although in value terms they plunged 15.5 percent to $1.89 billion, data

of the BJP, RSS, Sangh Parivar," Antony said in Thiruvananthapuram. In Kolkata, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said: "I strongly condemn what happened at Kerala House. An unwise and unhealthy attempt to curb fundamental rights of people. Intolerance." Among the first to blast Delhi Police was Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who said Chandy was right in saying that Kerala House was not a private hotel.

from the Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics showed. Indian sales have also lost out to Brazil, the world's No.2 beef supplier, due to a sharper depreciation in the real currency that has lost 30 percent this year compared to only 3 percent in the rupee.Several Indian exporters, however, are more worried about what could be permanent setbacks to trade as some politicians even call for a complete ban on the meat export industry, which generated about $5 billion in sales last year. Maharashtra, controlled by Modi's party and home to India's financial capital Mumbai, this year extended an existing ban on cow slaughter to cover bulls and bullocks, leaving many butchers jobless.

"Delhi Police had no business to enter Kerala House. It is an attack on (the federal) structure. Delhi Police is acting like a BJP Sena," the Aam Aadmi Party leader said. Separately, the AAP said it "strongly condemns the completely unjustified raid at Kerala House. "Delhi Police under BJP has lost all sense of impartiality and professionalism and is behaving like a rightwing frontal organisation of the BJP."

The AAP said it was shocking that state bhavans, the official seats of representation of state governments, were being targeted by the BJP-led central government. "The Narendra Modiled BJP government is playing a dangerous game by trampling the basic principles of federalism in our democracy, through its rogue police," it said. The AAP urged the home ministry to take action against the concerned police officers.

'Nobody has right to touch woman without consent' India reels in Chhota Rajan to hunt Dawood NEW DELHI, OctOBEr 27 (PtI): Nobody has a right to touch a woman's body without her consent, a Delhi court has observed while upholding the sixmonth jail term of an army hospital employee for molesting a woman medical student in his chamber. "Nobody has a right to touch a woman's body without her consent... In the instant case, it is evident that appellant (convict) had pulled the prosecutrix towards his chamber

with the intention to sexually assault her and therefore, committed offence of outraging her modesty under section 354 of IPC," Additional Sessions Judge Virender Bhatt said. The court's observation came while dismissing the appeal of convict Ashok Kumar, who was working as a stenographer in the hospital, against a magisterial court's last month order sentencing him to jail and imposing a fine of Rs 5,000 on him. While relying on testi-

'50% Indian children trust strangers on web' NEW DELHI, OctOBEr 27 (IANs): Over 50% Indian children admit to meeting or wanting to meet a stranger they first met online, a new study by US-based Intel Security Group showed. The study, named Teens, Tweens and Technology Survey, examines online behaviours and social networking habits of tweens and teens aged 8 to 16 years. The study also surveyed the concerns of parents, revealing that when it comes to online activity, 48% parents believe that the worst thing to happen to their children is interacting with strangers online. "This concern is warranted given that 44% children polled would meet or have met someone in person that they first met online," the study said. "As with every edition of our survey, this year too, we see some concerning issues being raised. In analysing the responses of both parents and children, what is evident is that there are a lot more open conversations and disclosures between them," Melanie Duca, Asia Pacific consumer marketing director, Intel Security, said. According to the study, the most discussed topics between parents and children are cyber criminals and identity theft (71%), privacy settings (62%), cyberbullying (57%), online reputation (53%) or popularity among friends (52%). Additionally, a surprisingly low number (17%) of parents are interested in finding out if their children are interacting with strangers online. "This indicates that while parents believe that interacting with strangers online may be risky, this knowledge has not translated into remedial action," the study said.

mony of the victim, a second year student of Department of Nuclear Medicine, the judge said, "I find that the testimony of the prosecutrix is consistent with her written complaint submitted in the police station and the statements recorded during the course of investigation." According to the prosecution, on February 2, 2011 an FIR was lodged at Dhaula Kuan Police Station on the complaint of the medical student that Kumar molest-

ed her when she was working in CT centre at the hospital around 1 PM. It was alleged that she had gone to Kumar's chamber to check leave register when he suddenly pulled her and tried to sexually assault her, after which she stormed out of the room and telephoned her husband, who is also a doctor. The court, while upholding the sentence, accepted the contention of the victim's husband who said that the FIR was lodged

Withdrawn circular on sedition, Maharashtra tells Bombay HC Mumbai, October 27 (IANS): In a major victory for civil society groups, the Maharashtra government informed Bombay High Court on Tuesday that it had withdrawn a controversial circular on section 124-A of the Indian Penal Code pertaining to sedition. Advocate General Srihari Aney conveyed the government decision to a division bench comprising Justice V.M. Kanade and Justice Shalini PhansalkarJoshi during a hearing of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the August 27 circular that sparked outrage among various sections of society. The decision to withdraw the circular was taken at a recent cabinet meeting presided over by Chief Minister Devendra Fadna-

vis, Aney said. He said the state government would try to find out how the circular came to be issued, but did not specify whether it would issue a fresh circular. Later, the advocate general told media persons it was up to the government to take a call on the fresh circular. Earlier, the high court restrained the Devendra Fadnavis government from acting on the circular as it heard a petition filed by cartoonist Aseem Trivedi -who was arrested on sedition charges -- and another filed by lawyer Narendra Sharma. Last month, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-Shiv Sena government conceded that the circular -- which allegedly sought to invoke sedition charges against

Police Commissioner Reinhard Nainggolan shows a photo of suspected Indian gangster Rajendra Nikalje, widely known as Chhota Rajan, during a news conference in Denpasar police office on October 27, in this picture taken by Antara Foto. (REUTERS Photo)

a day after the incident as the army rules require that the complaint first be made to the Commandant. Kumar, in his appeal, had contended that trial court had erred in convicting and sentencing him and that he was falsely implicated by the woman and her husband. The court, however, dismissed his plea saying he has no defence to accusations levelled against him and he was "trying to create one.

anybody for criticising the political establishment -was lost in translation and assured to come out with a revised version. Welcoming the development, Maharashtra Congress spokesperson Sachin Sawant termed it "a victory of democracy" and "withdrawal of a dictatorial step" imposed by the state government. "Ever since the BJPled governments have assumed office at the Centre and the state, they are imposing their views on the people as to what to eat, what to wear, what to read and what to study. Attempts have been made to gag the media and even muzzle criticism of the political establishment by threatening sedition charges," Sawant said.

NEW DELHI, OctOBEr 27 (rEUtErs): India's national security adviser devised a plan to secure the arrest of a fugitive Mumbai gangster in Indonesia as part of a strategy to hunt down India's mostwanted man, Dawood Ibrahim, police and home ministry sources told Reuters. Superspy Ajit Doval, who is reputed to have handled Rajendra Nikalje - also known as Chhota Rajan - as a security asset in the past, wants to bring him in from the cold to help target Ibrahim who is reportedly living in Pakistan.India accuses Ibrahim of masterminding a dozen bombings and grenade attacks in Mumbai in March 1993, killing 257 people and wounding more than 700 in the deadliest such attack in the nation's history. Doval, 70, a decorated former police and intelligence officer with a track record of daring counterinsurgency missions, has exceptional influence in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's inner circle. He has claimed effective control over foreign policy towards India's neighbours, sources say, sidelining a diplomatic establishment that has been left to manage ties with strategic partners such as the United States. With the division of labour comes a cloak-and-dagger approach and a fixation with settling scores that could have regional security implications. India hanged one

of the Mumbai bombers in July, 22 years after the attacks. Officials in India's home ministry and Central Bureau of Investigation, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Doval had played a key role in orchestrating the arrest of Rajan. Rajan and Ibrahim once worked together carrying out murders, extortion and smuggling weapons in Ibrahim's organisation, known as D Company.The pair fell out over Ibrahim's alleged involvement in the Mumbai blasts and then fought a bloody battle for control of the underworld of the financial capital - a milieu where gangsters, politicians and Bollywood stars mix freely. Indonesian police released a photo of the diminutive Rajan - his nickname means "little" - dressed in a white polo shirt, smiling at the camera and guarded by a single officer. Rajan, 55, had been living incognito in Australia was able to fly to Bali where he was arrested without putting up resistance, according to news reports. Doval was involved along with two of Rajan's men in a botched operation in 2005 to assassinate Ibrahim at his daughter's wedding in Dubai, former home secretary R.K. Singh told a television channel in August. Doval has previously denied the incident and said he was watching television at his home.

India battles big pharma over cough syrup abuse

NEW DELHI, OctO BEr 27 (rEUtErs): Indian regulators are privately pressuring major drug firms to better police how they sell popular codeine-based cough syrups to tackle smuggling and addiction, a move that is reducing supplies of a medicine doctors say is an effective treatment. India's Cipla stopped making the product last year owing to regulatory demands, and U.S.-based Abbott Laboratories and Pfizer have had to reduce batch sizes by up to half, cutting how much medicine their factories can produce. But they are pushing back against other demands, a Reuters review of correspondence between companies and regulators showed, including selling one batch to only one

buyer and printing labels that specify where the drug would be sold. Regulators want to make it easier for law enforcement agencies to track cough syrup abuse in the country and bottles smuggled to neighbouring Bangladesh, where it was banned in the 1980s but is still sought by addicts. Retailers w or r ie d about liability from potential abuse by people addicted to the opiate codeine are in some cases refusing to stock the cough syrup, said J.S. Shinde, president of pharmaceutical lobby group All India Organization of Chemists and Druggists. Sales of the drug in India fell 4 percent to 121 million bottles in the year through August, and 15 percent in the year before, according to IMS Health, a

healthcare statistics provider. For drug regulators, the challenge is to strike a balance. "Any non-therapeutic usage is a concern, but you have to weigh the risks versus benefits," said an official at the federal drugs controller in New Delhi. RISING COSTS According to an industry executive, the likes of Pfizer and Abbott, who control most of the $103 million market for the drug, face a "significant" increase in costs as plants run well below capacity because of changes demanded of them. And the regulatory regime could get tougher. According to minutes of a July meeting of state and federal drug regulators, there was a recommenda-

tion to ban the sale of the syrup altogether because of "rampant misuse and its illegal exports to neighbouring countries." "A large number of regulators were in favour of strict control," said Akun Sabharwal, drugs controller for Telangana, who attended the meeting. The federal drugs official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said an outright ban would not be easy to impose, given the medicine's importance. Abbott estimates roughly 60 million people suffer from regular dry cough in India. Pfizer's India unit said in a statement the company takes all steps to maintain the highest standards of regulatory compliance, including supply-chain audits. Abbott India said they

believed existing Indian drug laws were adequate to control the abuse and the company had taken steps to support enforcement agencies. RUINED LIVES Last year, the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) billed the abuse of medicines containing narcotics and their smuggling from India among the "greatest drugrelated challenges" facing South Asia. About 83,000 bottles of codeine-based cough syrups were seized in India in the six months through March. In meetings with companies, Indian regulators called the "menace of abuse" a "growing concern". Abuse is particularly common in Bangladesh. At a treatment centre in

the capital Dhaka, tales abound of ruined careers and family struggles. A 40-year-old former banker at the Bangladesh Rehabilitation and Assistance Center for Addicts said his addiction was so bad he felt he loved cough syrup more than his fouryear-old son. "I felt I must recover from this menace," he said, requesting anonymity because of the shame associated with addiction. The regulatory crackdown in recent years appears to have curtailed smuggling. About 750,000 bottles were seized in Bangladesh in 2014, 24 percent lower than 2013, the INCB said. Still, a fifth of Bangladesh's estimated 4 million drug users are addicted to such syrups, said Sayedur Rahman, a professor at the

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University. Inside Bangladesh, the cost of a bottle has more than tripled, indicating scarcity. Still, drug officials say the problem is underreported and more should be done. INCREASING PRESSURE The latest crackdown on companies dates back to at least February 2014, the review shows. Indian narcotics officials told companies to take several measures, including reducing batch sizes and printing where it would be sold on the label. They also asked them to sell drugs from one batch to one stockist only, a measure the executive said was impractical. That summer, regulators temporarily held back Cipla's allocation of

codeine, manufactured solely in government factories, after the company failed to inform the government about steps it had taken to comply with the directive. Cipla said it never received the request for information. A Cipla spokeswoman said the company stopped making the drug last year after "considering the business environment ... and the fact that this product was regulated by multiple agencies." At another meeting in October, government officials again pressured pharmaceutical companies to comply with their demands. In August this year, regulators sent a letter asking for updates on further steps they had taken, an industry executive said.

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WORLD

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China warns US warship near islands in disputed sea WASHINGTON/BEIJING, OcTOBEr 27 (rEuTErS): The U.S. Navy sent a guided-missile destroyer close to China’s man-made islands in the disputed South China Sea on Tuesday, drawing an angry rebuke from Beijing, which said it warned and followed the American vessel. The patrol by the USS Lassen was the most significant U.S. challenge yet to 12-nautical-mile territorial limits China asserts around the islands in the Spratly archipelago and could ratchet up tensions in one of the world’s busiest sea lanes. One U.S. defense official said the USS Lassen sailed within 12 nautical miles of Subi Reef. A second defense official said the mission, which lasted a few hours, also included Mischief Reef and would be the first in a series of freedom-of-navigation exercises aimed at testing China’s territorial claims. China’s Foreign Ministry said the “relevant authorities” monitored, followed and warned the USS Lassen as it “illegally” entered waters near islands and reefs in the Spratlys without the Chinese government’s permission. “China will resolutely respond to any country’s deliberate provocations. We will continue to closely monitor the relevant seas and airspace, and take all necessary steps in accordance with the need,” the ministry said in a statement that gave no details on precisely where the

China urges Japan make a clean break from its “inglorious” past

USS Lassen (DDG 82), (R) transits in formation with ROKS Sokcho (PCC 778) during exercise Foal Eagle 2015, in waters east of the Korean Peninsula, in this March 12, 2015, handout photo provided by the US Navy. (REUTERS Photo)

U.S. ship sailed. “China strongly urges the U.S. side to conscientiously handle China’s serious representations, immediately correct its mistake and not take any dangerous or provocative acts that threaten China’s sovereignty and security interests,” it said. The second U.S. defense official said additional patrols would follow in the coming weeks and could also be conducted around features that Vietnam and the Philippines have built up in the Spratlys. “This is something that will be a regular occurrence, not a one-off event,” said the official.

“It’s not something that’s unique to China.” White House spokesman Josh Earnest referred questions on any specific operations to the Pentagon but said the United States had made clear to China the importance of free flow of commerce in the South China Sea. The United States had not conducted a patrol within 12 miles of the seven Chinese outposts since Beijing began building the reefs up at the end of 2013. The U.S. Navy last went within 12 miles of Chineseclaimed territory in the Spratlys in 2012. China claims most of the South China Sea,

through which more than $5 trillion of world trade passes every year. Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines and Taiwan have rival claims. RISK OF ESCALATION The decision to go ahead with the patrol follows months of deliberation and risks upsetting already strained ties with China. “By using a guided-missile destroyer, rather than smaller vessels ... they are sending a strong message,” said Ian Storey, a South China Sea expert at Singapore’s Institute of South East Asian Studies. “They have also said,

BEIJING, OcTOBEr 27 (rEuTErS): Japan needs to make a clean break from its “inglorious” past and take on an entirely new outlook if it wants to have stable and healthy relations with China and South Korea, China’s foreign minister said on Tuesday ahead of a weekend trilateral summit. The neighbours have been moving to improve ties long overshadowed by their painful history, holding a foreign ministers’ meeting in March and trying to restore what had been a regular forum at the summit level to discuss cooperation. Ties with Japan have long been strained by what Beijing and Seoul see as Japanese leaders’ reluctance to atone for the country’s wartime past. China and South Korea suffered under Japan’s sometimes brutal occupation and colonial rule before Tokyo’s defeat in 1945. Speaking at an academic forum in Beijing on relations between the three, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said a correct attitude to the past was the precondition to looking forward. “If the history question is handled properly,

significantly, that there will be more patrols – so it really now is up to China how it will respond.” Some experts have said China would likely resist attempts to make such U.S. actions routine. China’s navy could for example try to block or attempt to surround U.S. vessels, they said, risking an escalation. Euan Graham, director of the International Security Program at the Lowy Institute in Sydney, said while there was likely to be a strong vocal reaction from China, its military response could be muted. The patrol could prompt China to do more to exert its sovereignty in

then relations between the three countries can progress. If not, then they will certainly stall,” Wang said, according to a transcript carried on the foreign ministry’s website. “We hope that Japan genuinely and sincerely reflect on all its past mistakes, simply and directly make a clean break with that inglorious past, take an entirely new outlook to join hands with the people of China and South Korea and get on the path to healthy, stable and sustainable development.” The syummit in Seoul wll be the first between the three in 3 iyears, and China will be represented by Premier Li Keqiang. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has met Chinese President Xi Jinping twice since November 2014. But Abe has not had a one-on-one summit with South Korean President Park Geun-hye. The summit, held annually since 2008, was discontinued amid diplomatic tension between Japan and South Korea and Japan and China stemming both from the war and territorial disputes.

the region through further civilian uses as well as unreclamations and greater defined defense purposes. militarization, he added. The patrol comes just weeks ahead of a series COMPETING CLAIMS of Asia-Pacific summits Both Subi and Mischief President Barack Obama Reefs were submerged at and Chinese President Xi high tide before China be- Jinping are expected to atgan a massive dredging tend in the second half of project to turn them into November. islands in 2014. Xi surprised U.S. offiUnder the U.N. Con- cials after a meeting with vention on the Law of the Obama in Washington last Sea, 12-nautical mile limits month by saying that China cannot be set around man- had “no intention to militamade islands built on pre- rize” the islands. viously submerged reefs. Even before that, howWashington worries ever, satellite photographs that China has built up its had shown the construcoutposts with the aim of ex- tion of three militarytending its military reach in length airstrips by China the South China Sea. China in the Spratlys, including says they will have mainly one each on Subi and Mis-

chief reefs. In May, the Chinese navy issued eight warnings to the crew of a U.S. surveillance aircraft that flew near the artificial islands but not within the 12-mile limit, reported CNN, which was aboard the U.S. aircraft. Pentagon officials say the United States regularly conducts freedom-of-navigation operations around the world to challenge excessive maritime claims. In early September, China sent naval vessels within 12 miles of the Aleutian Islands off Alaska. China said they were there as part of a routine drill following exercises with Russia.

Head of Security Council reform process ‘replaced’ Trump will call Iran’s Ayatollah ‘Hey baby’! uNITEd NATIONS, OcTOBEr 27 (IANS): As the General Assembly prepares for intensified talks on Security Council reforms next month, the Jamaican diplomat who brokered a major breakthrough in the stalled process has been replaced as head of the politically complex negotiations. General Assembly President Mogens Lykketoft announced the appointment of Luxembourg’s Permanent Representative Sylvie Lucas to replace Jamaica’s Permanent Representative Courtenay Rattray in a letter to permanent representatives Friday. His letter endorsed the general direction of the negotiating process and encouraged members to continue with it and “build on the momentum and progress” made in the last General Assembly session. Lykketoft’s letter made no mention of Rattray, who took over as head of the reform process known as the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) last year and broke decades of stalemate to pro-

duce a document with which the negotiations could go forward. Sources at the UN who follow the reform process said that the Jamaican government had asked Rattray to step down asserting that he was overextending the nation’s limited diplomatic resources. However, according to sources from the region with knowledge of the inner workings of Jamaican politics, China had pressured Jamaica into pulling him out of the IGN because of his efficiency in moving the reform process forward. China used some infrastructure projects as a lever, according to the sources. Beijing strongly opposes Security Council reforms that could potentially bring in India and Japan as permanent members. China, however, may not have gained by displacing Rattray because it does not have much leverage with Luxembourg, which supports the expansion of the Security Council. Lucas has long experience in the UN system and a knowledge

of its working. She has been the permanent representative since 2008 and did a five-year stint as the deputy permanent representative in the 1990s. She has held one of the rotating presidencies of the Security Council when Luxembourg was an elected member in 2013 and 2014 and served as a president of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). A diplomat who has dealt with her at the UN described her a “tough” negotiator and a tireless advocate for issues of women and security. When the negotiating text for reforms came up before the General Assembly on Sept. 14, China folded when it saw that the overwhelming majority of UN members were for it and allowed its adoption unanimously. This was first major breakthrough in moving the reform process forward The current round of reform negotiations was mandated by the General Assembly in 2008 but it was caught in a Catch-22 trap as discussions could not take place

meaningfully without a text for the framework of discussions leading to a consensus or a decision, while those opposed to reforms blocked it saying there couldn’t be such a document unless there was a consensus first. The opponents of the negotiating text included a caucus of 13 countries that called themselves Uniting for Change (UfC). Italy led the group, which included Pakistan. Rattray, who was appointed the chair of the IGN by the president of the last session of the General Assembly Sam Kutesa, polled the members of the UN on their views of Security Council reform. And against stiff opposition from some he produced the negotiating text that was adopted, effectively ending the stalemate and setting the stage for negotiations to resume next month. Ahead of next month’s renewed IGN talks, Lykketoft has called for a General Assembly plenary debate Friday on equitable representation on the Security Council and increasing its membership.

WASHINGTON, OcTOBEr 27 (IANS): US Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump would not call Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei the “Supreme Leader.” He would also put a stop to US meddling in Middle Eastern affairs because women there “don’t want freedom as evidenced by their desire to wear burkas or niqabs, which cover their faces. The real estate mogul and reality TV celebrity held forth on his approach to foreign policy Monday morning in Atkinson, New Hampshire, which holds the first primary to kick off the presidential contest. “I’ll say, ‘Hey baby, how ya doing?’ I will never call him the Supreme Leader,” Trump told a boisterous audience of about 1,200, according to CBS News.

Hunt for survivors as quake toll tops 350 ISlAmABAd, OcTOBEr 27(AFP): Rescuers were Tuesday picking their way through rugged terrain and pockets of Taliban insurgency in the search for survivors after a massive quake hit Pakistan and Afghanistan, killing more than 350 people. The toll was expected to rise as search teams reach remote areas that were cut off by Monday’s powerful 7.5 magnitude quake, which triggered landslides and stampedes as it toppled buildings and severed communication lines. A police official in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar told AFP they had not been able to get in touch with authorities in the district of Kohistan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to see how its population of nearly half a million people had fared. “There is no way to communicate with the officials in Kohistan, the communication system has been disrupted and roads blocked so we cannot say anything about the damage there,” the official told AFP. Authorities were also still struggling to ascertain the damage in the northern district of Chitral, where a local official said the quake

Men look for their belongings after an earthquake, in Kishim district of Badakhshan province, Afghanistan on October 27. (REUTER Photo)

had damaged the water supply system. “Around 80,000 people don’t have access to clean drinking water and it’s our top priority to restore the water supply,” he said. In other remote areas residents -- including children and the elderly -- were helping with relief work, many of them digging through rubble for survivors. The bulk of the casualties recorded so far were in Pakistan, where 241 people were killed, in-

cluding 196 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, and more than 1,600 injured, disaster management authorities said. Pakistan army helicopters were evacuating victims Tuesday to the provincial capital Peshawar and Rawalpindi, which borders Islamabad. The military has also sent medical teams, tents and rations to affected areas.

quake brought back traumatic memories of a 7.6 magnitude quake that struck in October 2005, killing more than 75,000 people and displacing some 3.5 million. Muzaffarabad resident Shehnaz Rasheed, 34, whose daughter was killed in the 2005 disaster, said that as the quake struck she feared “doomsday was being repeated”.. Prime Minister Nawaz ‘Doomsday repeated’ Sharif returned to Pakistan For many, Monday’s Tuesday after a visit to the

US and said the government would announce a disaster relief package. State media later reported he had flown to Shangla in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa -- believed to be one of the worst-hit districts with 49 reported dead so far -- where he promised survivors “ample compensation so that they can rebuild better homes”. Two hundred rescuers have been deployed to the district. Afghan officials said at least 115 people were confirmed dead and hundreds more injured, with casualties reported from around half a dozen of the country’s 34 provinces, and some 7,000 homes reported damaged. The government has implored aid agencies for assistance. But large swathes of Badakhshan, the remote province where the epicentre is located, and other quake-hit areas are effectively controlled by the Taliban, posing a huge challenge to any official aid efforts. The militants on Tuesday urged charity organisations not to hold back in delivering aid, and vowed their fighters would provide “complete help” in the affected areas.

‘They could not even talk’ In one of the most horrifying incidents to emerge so far, a dozen Afghan schoolgirls were trampled to death as they rushed to escape their classrooms in remote northern Takhar province when the quake struck. Bystanders rushed the dazed and terrified survivors to hospital, many lying limp in the arms of their rescuers, as doctors tried reviving some of them by pumping their chests. Several historic buildings were damaged in Peshawar, including the Bala Hissar fort which houses the Frontier Corps and overlooks the city, and the 17th-century Mohabbat Khan mosque. “A whole side of the Bala Hissar fort and a minaret of the Mohabbat Khan mosque collapsed during the tremor. The mosque has also developed some cracks,” Khyber Pakhtunkhwa information minister Mushtaq Ahmad Ghani told AFP. The quake was centred near Jurm in northeast Afghanistan, 250 kilometres (160 miles) from the capital Kabul and at a depth of 213.5 kilometres, the US Geological Survey said.

“And I’ll get along with him probably. And maybe not. And if he doesn’t get along with me, they got problems. We don’t.” Turning to the Middle East, Trump said, “With the women over there, they don’t have to wear the youknow-what,” Trump said. “And then I said, ‘Oh well that makes sense. That’s nice.’ Then, I saw women interviewed. They said, ‘We want to wear them. We’ve worn them for a thousand years. Why would anyone tell us?’ They want to. What the hell are we getting involved for?”

Trump also criticised his Republican rival Ben Carson, a noted neurosurgeon who is polling higher than him in Iowa, another early nominating state. “I don’t believe those polls actually, because I see the people in Iowa -and I’m going to be there in two days,” Trump said. “But we’re doing really well it’s been great. He’s a nice guy but he’s never going to be able to make deals with China.” Later at a town hall, hosted by NBC, Trump when asked about his hair said: “It may not be pretty but it’s mine.”

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND DIRECTORATE OF VETERINARY & A.H. NAGALAND: KOHIMA NO/VET/EXTN/ADV/2015-16/3639-44 Dated Kohima, the 26th Oct’15

ADVERTISEMENT It is to inform all interested individual/competitors that the department of Vety. & A.H. is organizing a State Level Caption Contest. The details can be had from Jt. Director (Extn). A person can do only one entry. The acceptance of entry at the Directorate of Veterinary & A.H. (Extension Wing) would be upto 16th Nov. 2015 during office working hours. The best caption would be used for display in prominent places and the winner shall be awarded prize. Sd/- Dr. R.Thungchamo Ezung Director of Vety & A.H. Nagaland, Kohima

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND DIRECTORATE OF VETERINARY & A.H. NAGALAND: KOHIMA NO/VET/EXTN/ADV/2015-16/3633-38 Dated Kohima, the 26th Oct’15

ADVERTISEMENT It is to inform all the officers of the departments, Veterinary Professionals in any other department and unemployed professionals that the Department of Veterinary & A.H. invite articles related to Animal keeping, Management, Disease control or any other experience encounter in the field which should be with a view to educate farmers for more production of animal. This is for the publication in the journals/leaflets/flyers. The write up of the article may be upto maximum of 500 words which may be submitted to the extension wing of the Directorate of Vety. & A.H. Kohima latest by 16thNov. 2015. Sd/- Dr. R.Thungchamo Ezung Director of Vety & A.H. Nagaland, Kohima

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public discourse

THE MORUNG EXPRESS

Response to NTC and the PIL Benefits of regular physical activity filed by the Lotha Hoho on PNG W

he stand of NTC on Article 371 A (1) (a) is very misconstrued and very misleading. I also feel that the view of NTC of the State PNG Regulation and Rules and State revenue is very myopic. Any esteemed well-versed reader will understand that it is an anti government tactic taking the unfortunate PIL filed by Lotha Hoho as a step board. Having said that, I want to share my perception on the matters, both the Article in question and the PIL. My personal feeling is that, the very intention of the PIL might have been purportedly to challenge perceived infringement on Article 371 A (1)(a) while framing the 2012 Rules and Regulations on PNG by the State Government, it lack stereoscopic analysis and the worrisome point is that the PIL is serving to polarize the issue into a situation that will mainly argue in the Court of Law, the Constitutional competence of the Nagaland Govt. to frame its own Rules and Regulation on PNG. According to my reading of the interim ruling, Nagaland Government is apparently NOT competent to frame its Rules and Regulation on PNG. Also that the State Govt. is out of its power to allot any company the license to mine petro-chemical in the State. A stand that will be jumped upon by the mainland Indians and the powers in the center alike, specially the ministry of PNG GoI. The stand of the Ministry of PNG is obvious from the unstarred Parliament Q&A No 2423 of 10/03/2011 and the subsequent laying of corrective statement given after two years by MoS PNG GoI on 30/08/2013). Readers will be aware that, after this corrective statement in the Parliament, Central Govt. auctioned oil blocks in Nagaland. Are Nagas, especially Nagas who care for petro-chemical mining in Nagaland listening to the loud underlying message of the Ministry of PNG Govt. of India? The global auction in question will have to be based on the Indian Petroleum Act. So then, where does the Article 371A stand? Hon. Chief Minister Nagaland TR Zeliang is absolutely right in raising concern that, this act of the GoI auctioning oil block in Nagaland infringes on Article 371a(1)(a) and that it will cause a setback on the ongoing negotiations between GoI and Naga peace negotiators for permanent settlement of the vexed Naga issue. Matter of fact, inspite of our late awakening, Good visionary leadership of N. Rio The former Chief Minister and the capable Ministership of TR Zeliang as Planning Minister today we have our own State Rules and Regulation on PNG. Nagas (of Nagaland) at this juncture should be seriously talking about the Auctioning of oil blocks in our State by Govt.

of India. This act of GoI is absolutely a direct infringement on the Article 371A(1)(a)(iv). Given these very facts, it is highly surprising that Hon. GHC has made the Secretary Ministry of PNG GoI respondent No. 8 of the PIL by its own volition. Then again, how is it that the Hon. GHC’s interim order lay emphasis on the Union list entry 53 to base and pronounce its tentative view to provide interim relief while failing to mention the very starting sentence of Article 371 A (1) which says “Notwithstanding anything in this Constitution”. Union list 53 may be applicable to the rest of India but not to Nagaland, which has its own set of customary and traditional norms and system of holdings untouchable by the Constitution of India. I believe, 99.99% of Indians will not know that, Nagaland State was born out of negotiated settlement after much blood shed and not by invoking constitutional provision for formation of new State as laid down in the Indian Constitution and therefore that, the insinuation of Article 371(A) is the very essence of Nagaland being a unit of India’s federal setup. Again, 99.99% of Indians will also not know that, Nagas by our custom and tradition have a different land holding system. This is accepted and acknowledged system. My hope is that, every adult Naga (of Nagaland) specially a Naga leader of whatever hue and color becomes conversant with the aspects of Article 371A and not given to speculative and assumptive opinion of the Article. The Article 371A does not per se does not directly protect the Land owners from any extraneous exploits nor does it say that in respect of Nagaland, the Land and its resources belongs to the people as many write-ups including that of NTC seen in our local papers try to make people believe otherwise. The Article is infact, very simple and clear. It provides constitutional power to the Nagaland Legislative Assembly to resolve as to whether or not an Act of Parliament should be made applicable to the State of Nagaland. Let me reproduce Article 371A for better understanding of my points. The Constitution Of India Article 371A in Special provision with respect to the State of Nagaland 1. Notwithstanding anything in this Constitution, (a) No Act of Parliament in respect of (i) religious or social practices of the Nagas, (ii) Naga customary law and procedure, (iii) administration of civil and criminal justice involving decisions according to Naga

customary law, (iv) ownership and transfer of land and its resources shall apply to the State of Nagaland unless the Legislative Assembly of Nagaland by a resolution so decides; Please take note of the sentences that I have marked in block and underlined letters. Article 371A is an acknowledgement of the uniqueness by which Nagaland became a State within India, and the binding authority placed on Nagaland Legislative Assembly to resolve in the interest of its people as to whether any Acts of Parliament touching entries in Article 371 A(1)(a) (i) to (iv) should or should not apply to the State of Nagaland. Now, If I were to interpret the Special provision of the Article in relation to petroleum mining in Nagaland, it would be like this – “Leaving aside any mentions made in PartXI entry 53 of the Constitution on PNG, the Indian Petroleum Act 1934 and the Petroleum Rules 1976 will not be applicable to the State of Nagaland unless the Nagaland Legislative Assembly by resolution so decides” The Nagaland Legislative Assembly Resolution of July 2010 invokes this Constitutional power to state that Indian Petroleum Act 1934 and the Indian Petroleum Rules 1974 will not apply to the State of Nagaland. Thus the State has constitutional validity, specially considering the unique land holding system, to frame its own rules and regulations for exploration, extraction, refining and bottling. From these perspectives, I feel a PIL on the matter is unfortunate and the stand of NTC ill founded. The matter should have gone through a consultative process both within and out side the tribe. Deficiencies if any in the Regulation and Rules could have been internally discussed and addressed. As for the allotment of mining license to a particular company, if there are perceived irregularities, anyone can seek redressal and I have no particular comment on this issue. However, the stand taken by the concerned chairman of the concerned Village and the LLRPO (Lotha Lower Range Public Organization) speaks volumes on the issue. On the stand of NTC on revenue, its ignorance is apparent and I don’t feel like commenting. If at the end of the day, Hon. GHC as indicated by its tentative ruling comes up with a final judgment that says that, Nagaland Govt. is not competent to frame separate Rules and Regulations on PNG then, the very essence of Article 371 A(1)(a) will lie buried along with the thousands of Nagas who gave their lives in the zealous hope for an independent Nagaland. Dr. Chumben Murry, Wokha

DENGUE AND THE HEALTH FACTOR Rejoinder to Kaka D. Iralu

ccording to World Health Organisation (WHO), since 1990 it has been recorded that every year there is an outbreak of deadly virus worldwide. We are the generation that is witnessing this onslaught of deadly virus one after another. Nobody is immune to this onslaught. Even if we remain safe physically it is not so mentally and emotionally. Developing a fear psychosis against such outbreaks is equally serious as being tested positive physically. Dengue the latest outbreak of such is also a viral disease, transmitted by the bite of Aedes mosquito. Over 60 people have tested positive in Dimapur alone. It is seen that people are protecting their homes and backyard with DDT sprays as a precaution without waiting for the “concerned” department to do so. The Health Factor of the state as compared to other states is appallingly low. Our hospitals in most cases refers the patient to some far off hospitals (outside the state) and while some of the patients treated here die of wrong diagnosis. Medical expenses in the process become quite staggering for the common people. It is also confirmed that some of the private hospitals in the state are involved in an unethical practice of opting pregnant women to go for operation as a means of profit making. Moreover, the state is facing an acute problem of professional health specialists. In order to avail the service of a specialised doctor people had to undergo severe inconveniences even to the extent of waiting the whole night just to have an “unofficial register” to get their names registered. Against the backdrop of such a dismal healthcare scenario in the state, the report published by the Central Bureau

of Health Intelligence (CBHI), the Rural Health Statistics of 2014-15 stated that Nagaland have expended a whopping Rs 377 crores on healthcare alone. It simply means expenditure does not commensurate with its delivery. In all the 11 districts the qualitative public healthcare deliveries are grossly missing with acute lack of doctors, specialists and other required technicians. P. Longon, Minister for Health and Family Welfare has truthfully admitted that our healthcare delivery system is far from satisfactory. What ails our health sector? The Budget spent does not tally with the availability of healthcare equipments, medicines, higher health professionals and proper infrastructures of the district hospitals. Like it or not Nagaland health sector is a paradox as reported. Why can’t you (government, medical and health department) deliver? Our people are dying for lack of medical attention. It should not be so instead medical help must be available here and not outside. Without apology, it is the responsibility of the government to provide qualitative and proper healthcare. Health professionals and workers, by sheer grace of God you have been entrusted to save and restore lives. See life through the lens of the Great Physician knowing that your reward is beyond the veil. Fight the good fight. A clarion call to those in authority: Do whatever it takes on your part to make this great land of ours a corrupt-free land. You won’t be in authority for life but for a season. So do it well and do it right. Health is Wealth. Let it be at the grasp of our people. Every life counts. Cherish it. Media Cell The Watchman

Dear Kaka D. Iralu, It is saddening to see the vitriolic response to a simple public information notice. I do understand your anguish over the betrayal of the British, which I have never shied away from in anything I have said or written. I am well aware of the colonial history and the history of the Nagas. I am not really sure if you are intoning a personal insult or insinuating that I have any children among the Eastern Nagas? Or maybe you are speaking metaphorically? For the record I have not fathered any Naga children. I have an Irish daughter and two grandchildren. The Naga national archives are the property of the nation and a president does not have "personal papers" they too belong to the nation. So in that light there is pretty much no chance that any of the documents will be split up for the consumption of late President Phizo's family members. They will be returned in full, intact, in the manner stated in the press release. The archives were not jeopardized as you say by "unforeseen circumstances". If Phizo's son goes into a doomed business with the enemy Prime Minister U-Nu's son and takes a second mortgage on a house gifted to the Naga Nation to use as collateral, then those subsequent circumstances are entirely to be expected. Do you not think the Eastern and Free Nagas are capable of safeguarding, keeping and analyzing the national archives for the posterity of the future generations to come? The fact of the matter is that we can learn so very much from the eastern Nagas if we had the guts to make a pilgrimage there. But be prepared to give up the comforts that abject collaboration with the government of India has brought with it. Nagaland state has never shared any of its ill-gotten gains with their eastern brethren who are still being raped and butchered today as your forefathers and the elder generation were yesterday. The collaborators have claimed billions of rupees in the name of Mon & Tuensang from the GOI and barely implemented a microscopical fraction of that there in real terms. Most of the posts are also manned by Ao, Angami, Lotha, Chakezhami, Rengma and Sema if one wishes to pursue the point of neocolonialism. Not to mention the Eastern Nagaland. I hear your pain and your anguish Mr Iralu but where the nation is concerned we must put aside our personal feelings. I have no wish to antagonize that misery or sorrow further. Perhaps you may like to speak with the eastern Nagas both public, military and civil, as you were once before asked to do so to get access to the national archives. Brigadier Singnya. Chairman Khaplang as well as the Eastern Naga People's Organization are there to consult should you wish to do so. David Ward

Delay of road construction effect normal life

t was on March 16 2015 Late P Pangtok who died mid-way during Mokokchung to Kohima journey. The day was unpleasant for him that his health was major and could not treat at Longleng District Civil Hospital. So accordingly he was taken from Longleng to Mokokchung Civil Hospital which is 80km, with horrible road condition (national highway (NH-2) the lifeline of Phom Naga similarly to River). And again he was taken from Mokokchung Civil Hospital to Kohima which is 152km and unfortunately pass away on the mid-way before reaching Kohima. In such a long journey can anybody expect that the patients can survive? Since Longleng District bring located

in remote area, when the first line of treatment for patients from the sub-centre or primary Health Centres are brought to the district hospital, the hospital is found to be illequipped. Majority of the patients are referred to Mokokchung, Kohima and Dimapur, since medical specialists in major disciplines are not available The district not only Longleng district but all the far flung areas of Nagaland lacks Road connectivity and due to economic constraints patients cannot be taken to good hospital. The only nearby hospital is the District Hospital (DH) Delay of Road construction effect not only patients but also effect office work and students too. Perhaps Nagaland Government

have registered impressive progress in transport system but there are many bottlenecks constraints and difficulties. Inadequacies and imbalance in transport threaten to constrain economic growth on the quality of life of the people. Due to improper roads the capacity constraints have led to the movement of bulk commodities like Rice, Potato, Tomato, etc over long distance and charge high cost of price to the very remote areas. Development activities cannot progress without good infrastructure facilities, placing optimum thrust on human resources development, capacity building, skill development and judicious use of state fund. Lastly but not the least, its bet-

ter......... • The hospital with good infrastructure, operation theatre (OT), Intensive care unit (ICU) and trained operation theatre (OT) technician etc be immediately replace • To complete Road construction NH-2 from Longleng to Changtongnya as earliest as possible without much delay by the responsible contractor in order to prevent from dying patient on the mid-way. This two mention NEED is also one of the main bottleneck that the numbering population of 50,484 (census 2011) habituated at Longleng district faced the problem. K. Lenangh Angh, Information & Publicity Secretary Phom Students’ Union Kohima

ant to feel better, have more energy and perhaps even live longer? Look no further than exercise. The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore. And the benefits of exercise are yours for the taking, regardless of your age, sex or physical ability. Need more convincing to exercise? Check out these six ways exercise can improve your life: 1. Exercise controls weight: If you can't do an actual workout, get more active throughout the day in simple ways- by taking the stairs instead of the elevator or revving up your household chores. 2. Exercise combats health conditions and diseases: Exercise keeps your blood flowing smoothly, which decreases your risk of cardiovascular diseases and can help you prevent/manage stroke, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, depression, certain types of cancer, arthritis, etc. 3. Exercise improves mood: Need an emotional lift? Or need to blow off some steam after a stressful day? A workout at the gym or a brisk 30-minute walk can help. Physical activity stimulates various brain chemicals that may leave you feel-

ing happier and more relaxed. You may also feel better about your appearance and yourself when you exercise regularly, which can boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem. 4. Exercise boosts energy: Exercise and physical activity deliver oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and help your cardiovascular system work more efficiently. And when your heart and lungs work more efficiently, you have more energy to go about your daily chores. 5. Exercise promotes better sleep: Struggling to fall asleep? Or to stay asleep? Regular physical activity can help you fall asleep faster and deepen your sleep. Just don't exercise too close to bedtime, or you may be too energized to fall asleep. 6. Exercise can be fun: Exercise and physical activity can be a fun way to spend some time. It gives you a chance to unwind, enjoy the outdoors or simply engage in activities that make you happy. Exercise and physical activity are a great way to feel better, gain health benefits and have fun. As a general goal, aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity every day. Henphen C. Shukha

So enjoy

hen corn seed is sown, out of it rice plant will not be germinated. Similarly, when Nagaland State elections are so abominably dirty and murky with all kind of vices, the government by any political party cannot be expected to be transparent and pro-people one. Nagaland elections are not virtually elections as the manifesto of a political party or the calibre and integrity of a candidate become nonissues during wooing for vote. The voters in Nagaland are influenced only by three factors, namely, money, muscle power and alcohol. In the fourth year beginning of any ministry, the Naga electorate will usually start thinking, surveying and talking about parties and candidates. When perception process begins, one common yardstick used by the electorate to rate is ‘He is good and capable, but he does not have money’, ‘He is not that capable, but he has money’. ‘He can win because he has money’. With such obsession, during campaign, speeches, promises of any candidate or achievements of former MLAs become a nuisance and nonsense to voters. But day in and day out during electioneering, we have fish bazaars all across the State. Individually or collectively votes are on sale like any second hand item. The brisk business is bargaining rates for a vote, a family, a clan, a cluster of voters and on. The stake becomes higher as campaign draws closer to polling. In the midst of sale and purchase, muscle power of those factions come to play vital roles as this factor tend to decide the fate of many. Each faction tries to muster as much MLAs as possible so as to ensure the better chance of sharing the bigger spoils from funds under the next government. In such tussle, intimidation and threat of all hue are used to woo voters. Campaign is not campaign without binge parties. No bottle, no politics. The best wisdoms and the best strategies come and are only worked out with bottles. More cartoons fetch better co-ordinations and bring more votes. Villages and colonies in towns are controlled by alcohol fuelled youth and workers. During campaign, instead of greeting each other ‘Good Morning’, ‘How are you?’, ‘Good Evening” and ‘Good Night’, “Just the cost one bottle, please’ becomes the only parlance used between the candidate and his workers. Well, let me not encroach upon much space or on the share of other writers on Nagaland Hornbill Election. This is how the fundamental rights of every bona fide citizen inherited from Naga democracy and also enshrined in Indian Constitution are duly mortgaged for five years and in many cases for life. When rights are sold and purchased by the buyer, the seller has to remain at the mercy of the purchaser all the time. The Biblical Esau sold his birth right to his brother for a morsel of stew and forfeited his ancestor-ship to the Messiah. Though almost late, it is better than never. Kudos to Angami Youth Organisation (AYO) for the representation to CM, Nagaland for road improvement. Roads in Towns or elsewhere in Nagaland can hardly be called roads. All our roads are not more than cow tract. How he roads can remain pliable when requisite repairs are never done to it. One instance, the approach road from Mohonkhola stream to New Ministers’ Hill, Kohima via Botanical garden was just repaired only once in a decade. The roads either under BRTF or R&B/HW are all same. We an imagine, when roads in Dimapur and Kohima are intolerable, how tolerable are the interDistrict roads and roads in other towns. Nevertheless, what alternative do we have but to enjoy it after all these are election roads. So enjoy it. The Govt. school buildings barring few have been in shambles. Adding to it, teaching staff in almost every school are equally in shambles too. Few centrally located schools are over-staffed and the rest are under-staffed. The School education Department has its existing guidelines in matters of induction of teachers. Accordingly, educationally eligible candidates are

normally appointed against the schools and the poor school children are taught by ineligible proxy teachers. Arrangement for such proxy teaching is mostly done in connivance with Village Education Committees. Whereas, the Department thinks that it is beyond its purview for crosschecking the unholy arrangements at the cost of gullible children. Nevertheless, let our children get quality education from election schools. At least the Honourable Medical Minister admitted that health services in Nagaland are found wanting, of late, and that was good. Health service centres are opened in every nook and corner across the State more than required and much more than what the Departments can chew. Even nurses are hardly present in those centres which are entitled to doctors. Nevertheless, I hope patients are treated well and get cured from ailments from our election health centres. Since a month or so, as long as I remain at home at Kohima, I used to ask myself as to whether Nagaland is having the infamous Hornbill (the relic) festival in advance as I have been enjoying uninterrupted power supply. Unimaginable in Nagaland! Congratulations to Power Department. Meanwhile, the Meter Readers be trained not to assess the power bills on average without properly reading the meters as we, the consumers, are not consuming your power on andash. I do not know how regular is the supply of power to rural areas, and nobody knows how long the regular supply of power will remain at Kohima. If power supply is erratic anywhere or becomes irregular in future, still enjoy it since that is the election energy. The ACAUT has exposed how rampant inductions of people into Govt. service were done through backdoor. Beside, many were inducted through front-door out of interview or otherwise. Thus, more and more people are taken into service. At the present rate if the Govt. goes to take the people into its service without assessing the man power requirement on ground, 80% of fund will be consumed by salary component in few years time. The remaining 20% will then be inadequate to cover the demand of percentage. When nothing is left for development, the Niti Ayog of Nagaland will be relieved from the burden of planning. Nagaland will then be selected for the award of Bharat Ratna for achieving the first and longest period of Plan Holidays. Even otherwise, the Govt. servants do not get salary regularly on monthly basis. While eating, perhaps the gluttons have used bilcha in place of spoon whereby salary components are picked up and consumed. Or else the Govt. might have adopted new welfare policy that regular release of salary may lead the payees to become spent drift and may fail to survive and that half yearly or quarterly release is more advisable. Nevertheless, whether one gets salary regularly or not, the Govt. cannot deny your salary, so enjoy the election salary. The two successive days (26/27 Oct. 2015) the local papers are front-paged with callings from the three top brassesthe Governor, the Chief Minister and the Chief Secretary to people to fight against corruption. The rhetoric cannot sweep Nagaland floor clean. If the three heads are sincere as appeared what on earth will obstruct them from cleansing the system. Yet, I wish them to check whether bigger pegs are in their eyes. It is also naturally true that when fish rots, it starts from the head. I can go further, but for two reasons let me end for now. One is to be conscious of sharing space in the esteemed papers. The other is the traditional maxim: Oh! ‘Her shame has flown to heaven’. Similarly, I. Longkumer saw our shame has too flown faster to heaven, and no amount of my scratch can prick anyone’s mind having the thickest walls. May God bless the few honest remnants. –Z. Lohe

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.

Wednesday 28•10•2015

Bond is back! Film stars mingle with royals at ‘Spectre’ premiere

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ilm stars mingled with royals at the world premiere of "Spectre" on Monday, marking British secret agent James Bond's glitzy return to the silver screen. Hundreds of cheering fans greeted Bond actor Daniel Craig upon arrival at London's Royal Albert Hall, where residents from nearby buildings watched the premiere from their windows. Returning for the fourth time as 007, Craig said his own excitement at being allowed to continue in the series stemmed from his involvement beyond acting. "I've just been allowed to be creatively involved with these films from the very beginning and I've continued to do it with this," he said. "Thankfully we've just got the most amazing team around us and we figure it out." Craig has been quoted as saying he wanted out of the franchise and told an interviewer in July he would rather slit his wrists than play 007 again. Asked how much he knew of his future as Bond, Craig told Reuters: "I know enough". He was joined on the red carpet by co-stars Lea Seydoux and Monica Bellucci, Ralph Fiennes, director Sam Mendes and movie producer Barbara Broccoli who later welcomed Britain's Prince William and his wife Kate and Prince Harry to the premiere. "It's incredible how James Bond represents so much, not just in England but all over the world," Bellucci said. Trailers have shown action-packed scenes typical of Bond movies as 007 uncovers the shady Spectre organisation, and its dark link to villain Franz Oberhauser, played by Oscar winner Christoph Waltz. Spectre has stood as an acronym for the Special Executive for Counter-Intelligence, Terrorism, Revenge and Extortion in past Bond films. "It's a terrible pressure to be iconic and I practised it at home secretly," Waltz said. "Spectre", the 24th James Bond film, is released in UK cinemas on Monday and worldwide in early November.

Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry walk with US producer Barbara Broccoli, US producer Michael G. Wilson and British director Sam Mendes

Priyanka Tsuthula is Miss Western Yimchungru 2015 offered to host T American talk show

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ising high on the critical acclaim for her performance in US TV series "Quantico", Bollywood diva Priyanka Chopra is said to have been offered to host an American celebrity talk show. Priyanka, 33, has been steadily spreading her wings in the US. She first launched a music career and later lent her voice to a Disney character for film "Planes". Besides, she has been a part of mainstream American television drama , ABC's "Quantico". "She has been offered to host an American celebrity talk show by ABC. She is yet to decide on the offer," a source said. On "Quantico", the actress plays the lead character of Alex Parrish, a halfAmerican half-Indian who becomes the FBI's prime suspect. "She is getting good response for her performance in "Quantico". She is happy that people have liked the show and her," the source said. Back home, Priyanka gears up for the December release of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's most-talked about project "Bajirao Mastani". She also has Prakash Jha's "Jai Gangajal" in her kitty. The movie will hit theatres next year.

he 2nd edition of Miss Western Yimchungru 2015 organised by Western Yimchungru students' union (WYSU) at Town Hall, Dimapur on October 22 was won by 18 year old Tsuthula from United village while 1st Runners up was Kherila from Chumukedima and 2nd Runners up Hanshila from Diphupar 'B'. The chief guest R. Tohanba, Parliamentary Secretary to Municipal Affairs, Economic and Statistic, donated a sum of Rs. 1,00,000/- to the union while Atoka Aye CEO, DMC sponsored the Winner prize money and whereas 1st and 2nd Runners up by Sanju Banta, tiara and boutique by Nitoli (Superinten-

dent of Taxes). The Panel of Judges were Lokhum, Zayienuo Kera, Nitoli and Mhabeni. Kiutsumong was the host of the evening. The performer Artist are Kumrila, Akumkhiung (critic’s choice award Gospel voice hunt), Kiumukam (Finalist, Voice of Nagaland), Illusion kids dance crew (1st Runners-up Naga Can Dance), Lulantsi (Aircel Prodigy Guitar Hunt). A design collection show under the title Quiens Fashion Trend: "Elegance Redefined" was presented by Asang and lastly a strong and inspiring performance by Ato Yim (Indihut Artist, Patkai Christian College). The Union host this event to motivate young them a platform and the the winners and all the par- for the grand success of the talented youth's by giving Union also congratulate ticipants and well wisher program.

David Beckham to star in his own documentary

ormer football star David Beckham will star in the documentary film "David Beckham: For the Love of the Game." Commissioned by BBC, the film will see Beckham play football in seven continents, reports variety.com. The 90-minute film follows Beckham on a journey to the villages of Papua New Guinea, the foothills of Nepal, the streets of Buenos Aires, the desert plains of Djibouti, the manicured pitches of Miami and the frozen wastelands of Antarctica, where he will play football with local people, and learn about their lives. He will travel with childhood friend Dave Gardner. Off the pitch, Beckham and Gardner will explore the lives of those who struggle to make a living in environments that present a daily challenge as well as those who get to live the dream when they make it to the big leagues. The journey ends at Old Trafford, the home ground of Beckham's former club Man-

chester United, where he plays his final game with a host of well-known football players to bid farewell to the game. The film will "showcase a rich and varied tapestry of characters, all linked together by one game, seeking to discover what the game means across the globe and whether it still has the power to transform lives as it did for him," the BBC said Monday. "I remember sitting on a plane and discussing this idea with friends, and never thinking it would become a reality. I'm genuinely excited now we can realize this ambitious idea. Whether as a player or out in the field for UNICEF and other charitable partners, I have seen the transformational effect that sport, and in particular football, has on people's lives," Beckham said. "This epic journey will allow me to show the positive side of the game I love and shine a light on the passion and selflessness of people that play this sport as a force for good," he added.

The chronicles band releases single “yuva”

he Chronicles band a Gorkha Christian Rock band from Dimapur is back with their newest single video "YUVA". The band has absolute respect & love for music and the entire band members share an equal love for all things with music .With refreshing style of composing the band enjoys delivering powerful sets to audience which comprises of reflective composed songs. They have played numerous shows sending good vibes expanding their fan base. The song “Yuva” means Youth, and the song talks about the present generation and time which is in the hands of Youths. It challenges the Youths to take up their responsibilities and mend this broken world. “YUVA” is also officially released in Youtube, Reverbnation, Sound cloud and Band’s page www.facebook.com/thechroniclesband for free downloads.

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8 FIFA Presidential hopefuls wait for final approval

Left to right: David Nakhid; Gianni Infantino; Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim al-Khalifa; Jérôme Champagne; Musa Bility; Prince Ali bin al-Hussein; Tokyo Sexwale; and Michel Platini. Photograph: AFP/Getty Images

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Lausanne, OctOber 27 (aFP): The eight candidates to succeed Sepp Blatter as FIFA president were still waiting to have their bids validated by the electoral committee of world football's governing body on Tuesday after the deadline for hopefuls to come forward passed. FIFA's electoral committee was set to meet on Tuesday to study each bid and the integrity of the those running, but the official list of candidates for the February 26 election may not be made public until Wednesday, a source close to FIFA told AFP. Meanwhile, one of the contenders, Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim al Khalifa of Bahrain moved to deny claims he had been involved in the torture of footballers. And another hopeful, the 62-year-old South African antiapartheid campaigner Tokyo Sexwale, launched his campaign as he promised to bring "transparency and accountability" to the scandal-tainted governing body of world football. Sexwale and the Bahraini royal Shaikh Salman, the head of the Asian Football Confederation, confirmed their bids on Monday as UEFA General Secretary Gianni Infantino also entered the running to blow the race wide open. The 49-year-old Shaikh Salman can expect widespread support from the vast Asian Confederation, but he has already had to defend himself against criticism by human rights campaigners who have accused him of involvement in the arrest and torture of footballers when he was head of the Bahrain Football Association. "These are false, nasty lies that have been repeated again and again in the past and the present," he told the BBC in an interview. "I cannot deny something that I haven't done. "Such accusations are not just damaging, it's really hurting. Some people have agenda on their table." Shaikh Salman was head of the Bahrain FA in 2011 when scores of people were killed as security forces in the country put down mass Shia-led protests calling for reforms. Rights groups say he helped identify players involved in the protests and did nothing to protect them from abuses. Sexwale, who was once jailed alongside Nelson Mandela, serving 13 years of

an 18-year sentence on Robben Island on terrorism charges, vowed to "follow the money" to rid football's ruling body of corruption after recent scandals. "What has been broken in FIFA is the ability to follow money," he told a press conference. "It is about good financial management, control systems, making sure things are done and there is a lot of transparency and accountability. "That is what I would like to bring to FIFA," added Sexwale, now a politician and millionaire businessman who serves on FIFA's anti-racism and antidiscrimination committee. Infantino's decision to stand, and the backing he has received from UEFA, has cast doubt over Michel Platini's campaign to replace his former ally Blatter, who announced in June that he would step down just days after being re-elected for a fifth term. The UEFA president is currently serving a 90-day ban as investigations continue into a $2 million payment received from FIFA in 2011 without a written contract. Erstwhile favourite Platini officially remains a contender pending an examination of his candidacy when his ban ends on January 5. But Swiss lawyer Infantino's announcement casts doubt over Platini's support within UEFA and poses the question as to whether Infantino is being presented as a Plan B in case the former France star is prevented from standing. FIFA's electoral committee must judge the integrity of all candidates, meaning Platini's bid could be compromised by his ban. Other confirmed candidates include the Jordanian Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein, the 39-year-old brother of Jordan's King Abdullah who was the only adversary to Blatter at the previous election in May this year and can boast that he took the veteran Swiss to a second round of voting before withdrawing. Then there is 57-year-old French former diplomat Jerome Champagne, who spent 11 years working for FIFA between 1999 and 2010. Unlike his previous bid in May, he has managed to get the necessary five signatures from national associations. David Nakhid, the former Trinidad and Tobago captain, and Liberian FA chief Musa Bility have also entered the race.

Sharapova screams past Halep, retiring Flavia Pennetta prevails

sinGaPOre, OctO ber 27 (reuters): Maria Sharapova continued her mastery of Romania's Simona Halep with a high quality 6-4 6-4 victory filled with bruising baseline rallies to edge closer to a last four berth at the WTA Finals on Tuesday. The Russian world number four topped the Red Group at the eight women end-of-season finals with her second win and next faces U.S. Open champion Flavia Pennetta, who said she would retire after the tournament, with a semi-final spot on the line. The 33-year-old Italian had earlier kept alive her WTA Finals bid with a flurry of backhand winners as she downed a strapped up and fatigued Agnieszka Radwanska 7-6(5) 6-4 to leave the Pole bottom of the standings with two defeats. It was Pennetta's first win in the group -- she was blown away by top seed Halep 6-0 6-3 in her opener on Sunday -- with her backhand proving a particularly devastating weapon at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. Sharapova's win over the Romanian means all four players in the group still hold hopes of grabbing one of two semi-final spots available and Pennetta said she had been impressed by the Russian, who has been hit with injury problems since Wimbledon. "She has this adrenaline because she was out for three or four months, something like that," the Italian told reporters. "When you come in the court after so long you are with a lot of energy. It's go-

Sania-Hingis make winning start in WTA Finals

Maria Sharapova of Russia celebrates defeating Simona Halep of Romania during their women's singles tennis match of the WTA Finals at the Singapore Indoor Stadium October 27. (REUTERS)

ing to be tough for sure." Sharapova edged Radwanska over three tough sets on Sunday but showed no willingness to go the distance again on Tuesday in a ferocious baseline battle against the top seeded Halep. Both players traded early breaks with neither enjoying an easy ride on serve before five-times grand slam champion Sharapova secured the set by breaking Halep, runnerup here last year, for a sec-

ond time at 5-4. The 28-year-old Russian, who had won all five previous matches against Halep, was controlling the bulk of the rallies from the centre of the court with some rangy defensive work also causing the Romanian angst. Sharapova, runner-up to Serena Williams at the Australian Open this year, broke Halep again in a lengthy second game of the second set and some blistering winners from both

sides of the court allowed her to open up a 5-1 lead. She looked set to serve out the match before her double fault demons returned as she was broken from 30-15 up and then lost her next service game as Halep fought back to be on serve. Her recovery, though, was quickly ended by the shrieking Sharapova who broke in the next game to seal the match with a bruising backhand before letting out a roar of approval.

Naga Wrestle Mania 4: King of the Ring

Chakhesang, Angami, Zeliang, Poumai, Mao, Phom, Konyak, Lotha wrestlers register for the event Our Correspondent Kohima | October 27

The prestigious Naga Wrestle Mania 4 (King Of The Ring Series 2015) organized by 3E Nagaland under the aegis of Nagaland Wrestling Association and Angami Sports Association will start from October 29 at the Kohima Local Ground (Khuochiezie). It will conclude on October 31. Over 130 Chakhesang, Angami, Zeliang, Poumai, Mao, Phom, Konyak and Lotha wrestlers have

registered for the event. Parliamentary secretary for Youth Resources & Sports, State Lotteries and Music Task Force, Khriehu Liezietsu will grace the final series as the chief guest. NagaWrestleMania 4 (King of the Ring Series 2015) is a categorised professional Naga Wrestling tournament. There will be three category championship series, namely Lightweight Category (below 65 kg), Middleweight Category (65 to 78 kg) and Heavyweight Category (Above 78 kg). The lightweight championship will take place on October 29 followed by the middleweight and heavyweight championships on October 30. A special series, junior championship and the final series, “King of the Ring Championship”

will take place on October 31. The category championships will carry separate cash prizes and championship belts which will be followed by the overall final series - King of the Ring Championship. Wrestlers selected from the three weight categories will compete for the title, which carries a cash prize of Rs. 75,000, a motor-cycle and the prestigious championship belt for the winner. The total cash prize for the entire event is Rs. 5.44 lakhs. Tickets for the event will be priced as follows: Gallery – Rs. 50, Chair – Rs. 100 and Donor – Rs. 1000 (valid for 3 days). The event officials have been requested to meet at 3:30 pm at the Kohima Local Ground on October 28.

sinGaPOre, OctO ber 27 (Pti): Top seeds Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis continued their rampaging form and recorded a straight set victory in their opening match of the year-ending $7 million WTA Finals. The IndoSwiss combine, on a roll with eight trophies already in their cabinet this season, defeated sixth seeded American duo of Raquel Kops-Jones and Abigail Spears 6-4, 6-2 in the red group of the round robin league format on Monday on the hard courts of the Singapore Indoor Stadium here. A break of serve in the opening set was all what Sania and Martina needed to take the lead. In the second set, Sania and Martina first saved six break points and then broke their American opponents twice to pocket the set and the match. Sania had won the prestigious tournament last year with Zimbabwean Cara Black. Besides being the top seeds, Sania and Martina are at present individually the two highest ranked players in the world. The in-form Indo-Swiss pair will now face seventh seeds Andrea Hlavackova and Lucie Hradecka of Czech Republic in their second match of the tournament. Sania and Martina had won titles at Indian Wells, Miami, Charleston, Wimbledon, US Open, Guangzhou, Wuhan and China this year.

Maiden Tokhu Badminton Tourney

DiMaPur, OctOber 27 (Mexn): The Kyong Nchumchio Okho (KNO) will be organising a first ever Tokhu Badminton Tournament at the Multipurpose Indoor State Stadium, Dimapur from November 2-3. A press note from the KNO Committee Convenor, Dr. Chanbemo Kikon informed that registration fee for the tournament will be Rs. 500 and Rs. 800 for singles and doubles, respectively. Any bonafide Lotha interested in participating in the event can contact the Committee Convenor at #9856551624 on or before October 31 for registration. M Daniel Lotha, Secretary, Ministry of Security Affairs, GPRN will grace the occasion.

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Rio will be my last Olympics, eyeing gold: Yogeshwar

new DeLhi, OctO ber 27 (Pti): Stretching himself against an injury prone body, Olympic medallist Yogeshwar Dutt today said that the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro will be his last appearance at the quadrennial extravaganza and he is leaving no stone unturned in his quest to sign off with a gold medal. "Rio will be my last Olympics and I am extremely keen to sign off with a medal. I am all focussed on my preparations and aiming for a gold medal," Yogeshwar told PTI.

The 32-year-old, however, made it clear that he would not retire after the Olympic Games and might take part in the Asian and Commonwealth Games if his body permits. "I would not be retiring after the Olympics. Fitness permitting, I would still like to represent India in the Asian and Commonwealth Games (in 2018). But as far as Olympics are concerned, Rio would definitely be my last," Yogeshwar, who will be turning 33 on November 2, clarified.

The 2012 London Games bronze medallist said after the upcoming Pro Wrestling League (PWL), which will take place at various venues across India, he will be going

abroad for two months to train before the next Olympic qualification. "The next four months are going to be very important for me. After the Pro Wrestling League, I will be going abroad to train for two months. I will either go to USA or Russia to prepare myself before next Olympic qualifiers in March," he informed. Yogeshwar would be participating in the Asian Olympic qualification to be held in Astana, Kazakhstan from March 18 to 20 next year. Having forced to pull

out of the Wrestling World Championships at Las Vegas, USA last month after being found unfit, Yogeshwar admitted it was a "huge disappointment". "I was completely heart broken and very disappointed, and more so because I knew I had a great chance of qualifying for next year's Olympics during the World Championship as I was very well prepared. But doctors advised me not to take part and I had to listen to them in order to save my body from further damage," recalled the wrestler.

Amit Mishra gets bail after arrest in assault case

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MuMbai, OctOber 27 (reuters): India legspinner Amit Mishra was arrested by police and then released on bail in Bengaluru on Tuesday in connection with a complaint of assault filed by a woman. The 32-year-old featured in four of the five one-day internationals against South Africa that concluded on Sunday and is also part of the squad for the first two tests of a fourmatch series against the same opponents starting India's Amit Mishra whistles during a practice session ahead next month. The complaint of their first Twenty-20 cricket match against South Africa in was registered during the last week of September Dharamsala, October 1, 2015. (REUTERS Files Photo)

when Mishra was with the Indian team in Bengaluru for a training camp ahead of the series against South Africa. The woman, who is reportedly a friend of the cricketer, alleged Mishra assaulted her in his hotel room. "We questioned him for two to two-andhalf hours today and then he was arrested," Sandeep Patil, Bengaluru's deputy commissioner of police, central division, told Reuters. "He was later granted bail as it's a bailable offence. "We will have to gather

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more evidence now before we file the chargesheet against him." Patil said there was no restriction on Mishra playing for India and it was up to the Indian cricket board (BCCI) to decide if they want to include him in the team. Calls and messages to Mishra, who has played 16 tests and 31 ODIs for India, went unanswered while the BCCI was yet to make any comment on the incident. The first test between India and South Africa will be played in Mohali from Nov. 5.

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