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KOHIMA, SEPTEMBER 17 (MExN): The Nagaland Legislators Forum (NLF) and SaturDaY • auguSt 29Congress • 2015 DIMAPUR • Vol. X • Issue 235 • 12 PAGes • 4 Nagaland Pradesh Committee (NPCC) have expressed dismay at the Government of India’s decision to ban the NSCN (K) for a period of five years. “The action by the Central Government is against the wishes and desire of the people as we have all been reESTD. 2005 questing Government of India and NSCN (K) to resume their ceasefire so as to let peace reign in our land, stated a press note from Chotisuh Sazo, Convener of the NLF and Speaker of the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. The NLF cautioned that the ban on the NSCN (K) would create more rifts and PagE 8 mistrust between Govern2 ment of IndiaPagE and NSCN (K) and will vitiate the peaceful atmosphere in the state. It reminded that the NLF Sandemo Ngullie escort a migrant woman and her child in Roszke, Hungary September 16, 2015. had in their memorandum to Two HungarianByriot policemen Serbia on Wednesday condemned Hungary’s use of water cannon and tear gas against migrants on their bor- the Indian Prime Minister on der, saying Hungary had “no right” to do so, the Serbian state news agency Tanjug reported. (REUTERS) July 17, 2015 have urged upon

in ban, when the issue Central government should lieve is of political and social right to be addressed,” the NPCC www.morungexpress.com not expect peaceful settlement stated. It said the 5 years ban NSCN (K) means no soluwithout inclusiveness: NPCC on tion during BJP government

in the center because the centhe Government of India to for a peaceful settlement to tral government should not resume ceasefire with NSCN the decade’s long political tur- expect peaceful settlement (K). This was further reiterat- moil and the recent signing of without inclusiveness. ed in the NLF resolution point peace accord with the NSCN Meanwhile, taking a dig at 2 passed in the recently held (IM) group provided some the 60 MLAs of the Nagaland hope, ninth session of the T Twelfth H eNa- glimmer P o ofW e theRdecision o Legislative F T RAssembly u T who H galand Legislative Assembly, by the GoI to ban NSCN (K) have come together for the held from July 21 to 27 July 2015. for five years is an unfortunate purpose of political solution, Mark Twain to the the NPCC questioned, “Is this is contrary As per the resolution, the event—that NLF urged upon the Govern- wishes of the people. what you have demanded While maintaining that from GoI or has the GoI igment of India and the NSCN (K) to resume the ceasefire it does not believe in ban to nored your demand or have agreement to create a more solve the political problem, you given blank cheque?” peaceful and congenial atmo- media cell, NPCC stated that The NPCC has therefore sphere for the smooth prog- since time immemorial, Con- demanded that the GoI reress of the Naga Political dia- gress has been consistent in view its approach on the ban logue. “This was subsequently upholding peaceful means of order and Ceasefire abrogaendorsed by all mass based finding political solution and tion with NSCN (K)PAGE before12 the civil organizations in the con- it was the Congress that had Naga political imbroglio that sultative meet with the NLF on brought Ceasefire. has witnessed a paradigm “We do not believe in con- shift towards an accommodaJuly 31,” claimed the NLF. Nagaland Pradesh Con- frontation; but in taking a well- tive spirit and mutual respect gress Committee (NPCC) said mannered and disciplined during the period of ceasefire approach. when the NagasMorung are yearning irreparable damage. to Thebethirdsuffers civilian injured, reported Express News We also do not be the wife of a NSCN (K) leader, sustained Dimapur | August 28 injury on the leg. Both the injured haveAt least eight people were killed and three been shifted to Tuensang Civil hospital, injured in an ambush involving the 23rd the source said. By Sandemo Ngullie stated that among those Assam Rifles and thefor NSCN (K) of at young Inter- NagaOther benefit outsources proper documents, price fixing, DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 17 lounges killed in the ambush a Major of NSCN national Trade Centre (ITC) Dan,the Panggeneration. ” Besides, CSD team expired items,was banned drugs, con(MExN): Crime Suppression Deand his wife. However, this couldarms not sha area Seven were will Noklak also raidHQ. all remote places(K) like traband Ganja, vehicle lifting, partment (CSD) of NSCN (IM) an-under be confirmed. killed on the spot, while the other one sucit shall “State stadium, DC court, Agri Ex- smuggling, petrol adulteration and KOHIMA, SEPTEMBER 17 (MExN): The sistently maintained that “in the event the nounced on Thursday that cumbed to bullet injuries. 4th mile, and Chathi River.”NMArice polishing with immediate effect.” illegal Angami Public Organisation (APO) today Gol ruled out recognition of the well-known begin checking all form ofITC shocked and saddened Dan pos, is some 30 kilometers away To this, the CSD said it shall obIn this connection, all right urged that no violence or threat of violence Naga position on sovereignty as understood activities that is being “popularly Meanwhile, NMA president Abei-u from Noklak town and is the last village serve and arrest whoever commits citizen and law enforcing Dimapur in any manner should be adopted by the and fought for by the Nagas from the begin- practiced” in and aroundunder Meru thinking when contacted expressed shock Tuensang district bordering Myanany form ofin“crime against agencies have been asked to kindly NSCN (IM) and the Gol in the “implemen- ning, NSCN (IM) needed to first transpar- without any prior information. over the incident. She informed that the mar. The firing occurred the back drop innotation of the settlement” with regard to the ently work out a common position with the cent public.” co-operate theof‘special team’ A public informationofissued by Mothers’ teamwith heard the firing just the Naga Association (NMA) four member Framework Agreement signed between the other Naga Political Groups of the struggle Khekuto Jakhalu, secretary Further, the CSD with warned the execution the team cited to CSD, meeting as theyduring reached Tuensang. TheofNMA scheduled on Saturday theit shall for a settlement that would be honourable, NSCN (IM) said its mainNSCN two entities. take stern against of il- supposed mission to criminal activitocontrol meet NSCN (K) leaders objectives (K) leaders at theaction border area.all form were A press note from the APO termed this acceptable and therefore workable.” on Saturday. legal business selling “duplicate ties and to build peace and harmoAccording to the Assamlike Rifles, seven is to check and raid “all late running Trust The next step, it added, would be to take discos, night clubs, restaurants, as an “over-riding concern” which it shares NSCN (K) cadres, including a woman cad- with-A Press tobacco products, foreign goods ny in the daysoftoIndia come.(PTI) report re were killed. However, this could not be stated that the NMA claimed the woman with all other tribe Hohos. “Neither of the the agreed position thus evolved by the NaI wish it would stop rain- Entities working out a settlement of the po- tional workers to the public, including the independently ascertained at the time of who was killed in an encounter between Going pay ing so to that wetax? can Tsk..tsk.. go back litical conflict, said to be one of the longest NGOs. “This would be required if the negotifiling this report. Sources informed that the NSCN (K) and the Assam Rifles, was a these days having is to moaning about money potholes one civilian was killed while two other ci- health worker. ation had to be for something other than the running in the modern world, is expected as bad as not having money. and other things. NMA Advisor Rosemary Dziivichii vilians, both women, were injured in the by all the Nagas to be anything but totally re- original position of the Naga struggle.” tion department for recruitment and on linguistic norms the PTI DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER that “a delegation of Naga mothambush.17Thebasing identities of the NSCN (K) intold Having said this, the APO however acsponsible and unequivocal on this prerequith 4 NagalaNd SpelliNg transfer of primary teachers in coninterest of justice. ” The WSSU said (MExN): Western Sumi Students’ ers had reached Tuensang this evening cadres could not be identified till the filing knowledged that the “NSCN (IM) in their imposed a total bandh for thetown settlement, the APO said. Bee ChampioNShip 2015 site Tuensang wore a” deserted look as the Confederation of Chang Students’ Union (CCSU) Union linguistic areawith wherein (WSSU) on Thursday ap- it had already brought to notice toto takenection part inwith a peace meeting the of this report. collective haswas taken thedue step Any political settlement, the APO furon August 28. A press note from the CCSU informed that wisdom the bandh held towithout the failurepealed of theto SCERT and the Venue: leaders of NSCN (K) in Pangsha, but we it states-“Except for those skilled/ the concerned through an open letRight after the ambush carried out by the Commissioner & Secreinclusion of the other NPGs with regard The bandh remained in ther said, “should the Na- forprior concerned ministrynot to weaken adhere towhat its demand immediate relocation of the DIET Tuensang. Capital Convention Centre are shocked to learn about the encounthe security forces, there was intermittent semi skilled or technical teachers, all ter dated July 27, 2015 for exhibiting tary, School Education to cancel the to the for settlement. ” gas have together at great force fromalready 5:00amachieved till 7:00pm with total restriction onnegotiation pedestrian terms and vehicular movements. All Government offices, ter between theschool Assamteachers Rifles and NSCN between the security forcesprimary and theteachprimary recruited fairness in deploying posting thirteenfiring (13) nonDate: Institutions, Colleges, SchoolsMeanwhile, and business establishments remain However, theof district the APO viewed that withclosed. re- recent sacrifice... ” ItPrivate advisedInstitutions, against “fragmentation (K).” “We arebelong deeplyto saddened that a womNSCN (K). ers to various primary schools based shall the linguistic group Sumi primary teachers in governadministration, securitysolutions personnel, medical services Fire and Emergency were exempted from the preview 24th and 25th gard and to the nomenclature forservices a Naga homeor counter-productive that underan health worker was killed and The NSCN (K) cadres were reportedof the bandh. The CCSU cautioned that the confederation would impose a 72 hours total bandh from September 1 if the should on linguistic location but to “our ut- where they will be posted andanother September 2015 land, the term “Nagaland was adopted by a ment schools under its jurisdiction. mine the consolidation process that has SSA teacher) bullet ly on their way Henpothe (Ponyu), a Khiconcerned authority fails to provide a positive response. conversant withsustained the lingua franca ter to dismay, department paidwoman no be(a Setting a deadline of September been taking place during the past century.” due process under the Naga National Couninjuries,” she said. Contest Rules & amniungan village under Myanmar on a heed to our appeal and randomlyTheofAssam the area. Transfer and statement posting of of these It further stated that “no tribe must take ad- cil (NNC) when factions and groups had not 30, 2015 for cancellation Rifles in a press Maruti Gypsy, a Mahindra Bolero pick-up Regulation and Forms such teachers shall be confined to the the deployed/appointed 13 primary appointments, the WSSU in a repyet appeared.” “Hence, the Nagas should vantage of the current inevitable instability and a bike when they were attacked by the said it has ‘neutralized’ seven cadres of can be downloaded from jurisdiction of the linguistic area and under WSSU, Dimapur. ” & teachers for their narrow strategies which will render decide, perhaps by a referendum whether resentation to the Commissioner NSCN (K) including one woman cadre, security forces. Sources from Pangsha said www.fountainclub.in linguistic area transfer shall not The students’ also reminded “deployNagaland or Nagalim is to be the accepted Secretary has appealed for our crisis uncontrollable.” duringinter the exchange of fire at Pangsha in the security forces were lying body in wait since www.morungexpress.com be normally of the guideline by School ment of bonafide efficientThursday candidateevening. Tuensang district.permitted. According” to the stateThe APO also reminded how it has con- name of their homeland,” it proposed. The attackset took place inEducaarrested. Two of the suspects were made a contribution towards her an area between ITC Dan rest house and ment, a patrol of security forces carrying arrested the same day and three medical expense. The commission, the helipad. out ‘routine domination’ of the border area others were arrested the next day. while condemning the incident, The three civilians who were injured along the Pangsha town saw one motorcyApropos to the headline of a news item- ‘GPRN/NSCN All five were reported to have crimi- has demanded that the case against were taken to New Pangsha PHC by villag- cle, one gypsy and one Bolero vehicle apseek solution for ‘Nagas of Nagaland’ which appeared the accused be disposed off expedi- ers who reached the site of incident after proaching along the road. nal records. on September 16 of The Morung Express, the headline It claimed that when the security force Stating that swab samples have tiously, and “the maximum punish- hearing the firing. A health-mela was gohas been wrongly attributed to the GPRN/NSCN. It is ing on at New Pangsha at the time the fir- patrol asked the motorcycle to halt for been dispatched for forensic analyment for not only rape but also grievDImaPuR, augusT 28 (mexN): hereby clarified that as per news agency report the checking, there was intense firing from the Phesama, augusT 28 the A 60 year woman was assaulted sis, the police said that it cannot com- ous bodily harm must be awarded to ing occurred. content of the headline is not from theold GPRN/NSCN Gypsy and Bolero vehicles which were folOne of the civilian hailing from Konyak (DIPR): Nagaland Chief byof a the man in Kohima on August 22. ment on the progress of the investiga- him.” It further appealed to the police but fromTR a “source is part negotiating team community, reportedly a businessman, lowing behind. And in the ensuing ‘fire fight,’ Minister, Zeliang who visited tion until the forensic report arrives. and the judiciary to deal with this According to sources, the victim was holding talkslandslide with all thehit factions barring NSCN (K). the Assam Rifles claimed, seven cadres of the Phesama getting ready to return home after the All five were forwarded to judicial case on a fast-track basis “so that it be- succumbed to injuries at Pangsha Prima- NSCN (K) were neutralized, and three ‘Over ry Health Centre (PHC). He had sustained area this morning and in- day’s work in her paddy field when the custody. comes a deterrent for other would-be bullet injuries in the stomach and shoulder. Ground Workers’ injured. The AR stated that spected affected areas to incident happened. The man reportMeanwhile, a press note from offenders of violence against women. The second civilian, a girl aged a large quantity of arms and ammunition take stock of the situation. edly demanded sexual favours from the Nagaland State Commission for This incident comes after reports around 18-19 years was shot in the were recovered. It also said that one jawan He said that incessant rain- the woman. When she resisted, the Women (NSCW) informed that the earlier in the week cited latest figures chest. Hailing from Henpo village, she was also injured in the firing from NSCN fall has affected the village man assaulted her, the sources said. accused, now under police custody, of the National Crime Records Bu- had come for a medical check-up at the (K) cadres. The AR said that the cadres were areas and destroyed many 17 (MExN): reau (NCRB), pointing out that Na- Pangsha health camp and had hitched a from the NSCN (K) camp located at Ponyu The police, while confirming “is said to be a repeat offender.” DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER Former landbuildings propertiesvillages The NSCW informed that its galand is the safest place for women ride-back to her village on one of the ve- village inside Myanmar and belonged to the owners andand surrounding of Shingphan wildlife the incident, said that five suspects, and shared his sadness sanctuary, Mon district has drawn the attention of thesuspect, State group headed by Lt Gen Niki Sumi. hicles when the attack took place. including the main were members visited the victim and in the country. for the displaced government to makepeople. known of their rights, duties, responsibilities that He said and thatprivileges this is one ofought to be bestowed to them. a representation addressed to the Principal Chief ContheInbiggest disasters in servator of Forest of Forest Force, the village heads of Nagaland and& Head assured Pongkong, Tiru and Lower Tiru village, while all possibleOting, helpUpper from the appreciating the declaration New YoRk, augusT 28 (IaNs): In- of Virology and Immunology, University of government side. Zeliangof Shingphan reserve forest as a wildlife sanctuary the present DAN government, has howstead of directly causing AIDS, the human California, San Francisco in the US. informed that anbyimmediever termed it unacceptable that they,DelhI, the concerned land- 28 (IaNs): HIV mostly targets CD4 T lymphoimmunodeficiency virus (HIV) turns host “Places like Jammu and Kashmir and New augusT ate bypass road wouldvillages be owners and surrounding were not consulted. Rising temperatures due to climate Uttarakhand will have the problem of immune cells into suicide machines, us- cytes, a type of T cell involved in initiating constructed if the soil was While maintaining that they were not thethe decchange willagainst increase spread of deadly transmission (of vector-borne diseases) ing them to spread the virus and cause the an immune response. “And cell-to-cell found suitable. Chief Engilaration of Shingphan as a wildlife sanctuary, the villages by 2032 and the Himalayan region will progression from HIV to AIDS, new re- transmission of HIV is required for acti- DImaPuR, augusT vector-borne diseases like neer, NPWD submitted the however pointed out that they were waiting for the direc- malaria and vation of the main HIV death pathway,” 28 (mexN): The Ao Baptist be the most hit as the rise in temperature search has revealed. dengue especially in the Himalayan resurvey report to the Chief tives from the State government as to what role they should Doitsh noted. “This study fundamental- Arogo Mungdang (ABAM) HIV can either be spread through freewill make breeding of mosquitoes easy at gion, experts said here on Friday while Minister. Chief Minisplay for theThe protection and preservation of the sanctuary. ly changes our mindset about how HIV today stated that “theolofloating virus that directly infect the host higher regions, ” Dhiman said. emphasising there was an urgent need to ter also Rs 10 lakhsowes responsibilities in making “Ourdonated State government Dhiman said there was a need to immune cells or an infected cell can pass causes massive cell death, and puts the gizing the Heraka move“strengthen” theand country’s clear about all the rights, duties, responsibilities privi- health infrafor immediate relief and the “strengthen” the country’s health infra- the virus to an uninfected cell. The second spotlight squarely on the infected cells in ment as a Naga religion is leges thatwas are tohanded be bestowed the previous land owners of cheque over tostructure. structure and reach out to people living in method, cell to cell transmission, is 100 to lymphoid tissues rather than the free vi- absurd, if not totally repugSpeaking at a conference on “Climate the so called wild life sanctuary, ” the representation stated. to ADC Kohima. A host of 1000 times more efficient, and the new study rus,” senior author Warner Greene, direc- nant.” A press note from far flung areas of the country. change and health risks” organised by the It also went on to state that in the midst of such perfuncMinisters, Parliamentary shows that it is only this method that sets off a tor of the Gladstone Institute of Virology the ABAM claimed that According to WHO, climate change is French Embassy in partnership with the tory action of the government, the public of the surroundSecretaries, MLAs, Governthe “beliefs and rituals of cellular chain reaction that ends in the newly and Immunology pointed out. expected to cause approximately 250,000 Council on Energy, Environment and Water ing villages wanted to know whether their “co-operation is ment officials, District ad“By preventing cell-to-cell transmis- the Heraka are unknown infected cells committing suicide. essential in protecting the wildlife sanctuary or it is a sole additional deaths between 2030 and 2050; in the lead-up to the Paris Climate Change ministration, police officers matter of the government. ” “The fundamental ‘killing units’ of CD4 sion, we may able to block the death path- to many people in Naga(COP21), Ramesh Dhiman, sci- 38,000 due to heat exposure in elderly etc,Itaccompanied Chief Conference has therefore the demanded 50% ofatthe grade III &Institute IV post of Malaria Re- people, 48,000 due to diarrhea, 6,000 due T cells in lymphoid tissues are other infect- way and stop the progression from HIV in- land,” and said that “to entist the National Minister.against Chairman Phesa- and infrastructure and procreated the sanctuary search, said the Himalayan region will be the to malaria and 95,000 due to childhood ed cells, not the free virus,” said co-first au- fection to AIDS,” Greene noted. The study state it as traditional Naga ma Village Council, Vim- reserved and offered to the tection works be exclusively nutrition problems. thor Gilad Doitsh from Gladstone Institute was published in the journal Cell Reports. religion is deceptive.” It worst affected by such diseases. edo who submitted a Upper Tiru and Lower Tiru. villages ofalso Pongkong, Oting, further expressed concern memorandum to the It also pointed outChief that destruction of the properties at referring to Gaidinliu as Minister, delivered the wel-from the sanctuary should be and agriculture by animals a “Naga spiritual leader” addressed whilePresident a separate wildlife division should be come speech. or the “protector of Naga posted at Mon district. SAPO, Zadeho Rikha, also religion” and termed this delivered a short speech. added that since only the “misleading and false.” Morung Express News parliament and not the Su- ABAM claimed that “prior Dimapur | August 28 preme Court has the power to the advent of ChristianMorung Express News contention is a patch of land nestled “The Assam Police claim it is a Re- to demarcate state bound- ity in Nagaland, there was The United Naga Tribes As-

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The human race has one really effective weapon, and that is laughter

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Border firing kills 9 on India-Pakistan war anniversary

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Sub national Media event on gender identity and rights held

Total bandh in Tuensang ...

India 50-2 in rain-shortened day in Colombo

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Bloody Friday in Pangsha

APO position on Aug 3 NSCN (IM) to check illegal activities in Dimapur Framework Agreement

‘Cancel posting of 13 non-Sumi primary govt teachers’

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60 year old woman assaulted in Kohima

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Police await forensic CM visits Phesama report to ascertain landslide, donates sexual assault Rs. 10 lakhs for relief

Former landowners of Shingphan wildlife sanctuary demand rights

‘Climate change will lead to How HIV infection progresses to AIDS rise in malaria, dengue cases’

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BORDER ISSUE: UNTABA to file writ petition in SC

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ABAM object to ‘theologizing of Gaidinlui’s Heraka Movement’

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EMBRACING OUR ROOTS: QMHSS celebrates culture day Morung express news

Mokokchung | September 17

Queen Mary Hr Sec School today celebrated an elaborate cultural programme at the school campus, which was attended by the Deputy Commissioner of Mokokchung, Sushil Kumar Patel as the chief guest here today. Hundreds of parents, well-wishers, NGOs and others also attended the programme which was held on the theme ‘Embracing our roots’. The Queen Mary Hr Sec School (QMHSS), which is one of the premier education intuitions in the town, has an enrolment of more than a thousand students from Nursery to standard Twelfth. The school administration had declared the academic year 2015 as ‘Year of Culture’. The Chief Guest, Mo-

QMHSS students’ presenting different cultural items during the culture day celebration at the school premises on September 17. (Morung Photo)

kokchung DC Sushil Kumar Patel, while speaking at the programme, called for appreciating one’s own culture and also of other’s culture. Saying that the main aim of culture should be to pro-

mote peace and harmony in the society, Patel called for appreciation of each other’s cultures; he said that unless we appreciate others’ cultures, then we cannot appreciate our own culture.

The chairman of QMHSS, Rev Fr James, while speaking at the programme , said that culture is a way of life of a people – the behavior, beliefs, values and symbols that they accept gener-

ally without thinking about them, and that are passed along by communication and imitation from one generation to the next. Saying that we need to increase both self-aware-

ness and cross-cultural awareness since everyone is the product of their own culture, Rev Fr James said that this is the very purpose for observing 2015 as the year of culture so that

Havells Gallery inaugurated in Dimapur Training for Special Summary Revision of e-roll underway

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DMC Executive Officers H. Atokhe Aye inaugurates Havells Gallery in Dimapur on Thursday. Morung express news Dimapur | September 17

DMC Executive Officer H. Atokhe Aye on Thursday inaugurated ‘Havells Gallery’ at M/s Kamal and Company at GS Road Dimapur. Expressing happiness over the opening of first ‘Havells Gallery’ in Dimapur, Sandip Kumar Phukan, General Manager Havells India Ltd.

said, “Havells Gallery is a pioneering concept in the FMEG and power distribution equipment industry. It will serve to provide an array of electrical appliances and consumer products, all created to adhere to the demands of modern living. The products we are offering combine the attributes of elegance, technological advancement and convenience in one.” A press note from

Havells India Ltd stated “Havells Gallery will offer people of Dimapur an end to end solution to all electrical needs from the time electricity enters home to the light output.” Havells Gallery offers a wide range of stylish & high quality and energy efficient electrical equipment including industrial switchgears, cables, fans, CFLs, lighting fixtures, domestic appliances, etc.”

kohima, September 17 (Dipr): A two-day training for Special Summary Revision of Electoral Roll for Booth Level Officers of Kohima district, with reference to 01.01.2016 as qualifying date, is underway at the DC’s conference hall, Kohima from September 17. This training is being organized by the DC &DEO, Kohima. SDO (C) & AERO, Sechu/ Zubza, 8-western Angami A/C,LanusenlaLongkumeras the resource person for the first day said that while going for revision of rollsBLOs should not forget the remarks and signature column which is a very important evidence. She also apprised to the trainees that it is better to include the Birth & Death certificate issued from the department concerned and especially the need for death certificate to avoid problems in future. AEO, Kohima, R. MhathungNgullie said that they should stay at the polling station location on the 10.10.2015 and 24.10.2015, Special Campaign dates to receive claim and ob-

jection forms from the public. Drafts publication of electoral rolls starts from 01.10.2015, Period for filing claims and objection form schedule from 01.10.2015 to 31.10.2015, Reading of relevant part/ section of photo electoral rolls in Sabha/local bodies and RMA meetings etc. and verification of names on given dates 03.10.2015 and 20.10.2015, Disposal of claims and objections by 16.11.2015, Updating the database, merging of photographs, updating the control tables and preparation and printing of supplement list by 15.12.2015 and final publication of electoral rolls on 11.01.2016. The most important activity of the schedule of revision is the reading of relevant part/section of photo electoral rolls in Gram Sabha/Local Bodies and RWA meetings etc. and verification of names. While highlighting on the various forms,the AEO said that BLOs should identify the person with disabilities and enroll them and directed them to submit the weekly report to the authority.

ADC PHEK informs on Swine Flu phek, September 17 (Dipr): ADC & Administrator, Phek Town Council, KukoMero in an order informed that in view of Pig Swine Fever in Phek Town, all animals (pigs) slaughtered for human consumption need to get certification from veterinary department before the red meat is put up in the market for sale. A team of technicians/veterinaries will be made available at PTC office for inspection. All pig farmers who intend to slaughter their animal (pig) for sale are hence directed to contact PTC office for inspection and issue of certification. The sale of meat without certification will be subjected to seizure and prosecuted under Section 453 of Nagaland Municipal Act. All colony chairman/GBs are to report and make seizure if any such cases arise in their respective colonies.

Advisory board for gurudwara formed Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): With a view to take important decisions for Dimapur gurudwara sahib, an advisory board was formed on September 12 during an emergency meeting held at Dimapur gurudwara sahib. The board consists of the following seven advisors: Tirlochan Singh Suri, Harpal Singh Sawhney, Amarjit Singh Gandhok, Harjit Singh Jaggi, Jaspal Singh Anand, Surjit Singh, Baljit Singh Sethi.

said that the resource persons were Akhrienuou Kire and Anenla Khiamniungan from Don Bosco Vocational Training Institute Dimapur. They talked about various Trainings and Programs for the unemployed or dropout youth for self-reliance and self-sufficiency. They also spoke about the benefits of 100% job placement in some of the sponsored programs.

Earlier the program was chaired by Ngapwang Assistant General Secretary of MVSU, followed by welcome speech N. Loipang President, Invoked by Phengna Women Leader, presentation & overview of programme by Dr L Khobung PM World Vision India, Previous experiences shared by two previous batch trainees and votes of thanks by Komenshing Chara CDC Mon Village.

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phek, September 17 (mexN): The All Nagaland Graduate Primary Teachers Association (ANGPTA) Phek Unit has informed its members under Phek District to submit photocopies of Appointment Order, Regularization Order and other related Educational Qualification documents to their respective DEO and SDEO latest by September 21 as specific. Thereafter, the association will not entertain or take any responsibilities who fail to submit their documents within that stipulated time. For further information, you could contact 9436204958, 8974321393 and 9436645534.

KCYA gospel tour to Yoruba

Dr. Mimi Kevichusa (fourth from right) with the author Wongto Chingmak (centre) and the members of Chang Literature Board during the release of the Chang Literature Board first “Chang Grammar and Composition” on September 13, 2015 during the 5th Chang Baptist women triennial conference at Tuensang. The book was released by Dr. Mimi Kevichusa asst. Professor, Meriema, nagaland university.

4th Mega North-East Cultural Competition held

Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): Dimapur Bengali Samaj (DBS) organised the 4th Mega North-East Cultural Competition from September 11-13, where renowned artists from whole of NE took part. More than 700 contestants participated in the event held at Sri Sri Ram Thakur Sevashram, Railway Netaji colony, Dimapur. A press release from DBS

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Career awareness in Mon Village held

moN, September 17 (mexN): The Mon Village Students’ Union & Mon Village Development Committee in partnership with Mon DP, World Vision India organized one-day career awareness programme on vocational training & job opportunities for school drop-out and unemployed youth on September 15 at Mon Village. MVSU President N. Loipang in a press release

was a scintillating ‘modern cultural Ao song’, followed by a harmonious the Sangtam folk song, then a trademark spirited warriors dance of the Sumis. The students also presented an Indian dance to a patriotic Indian song, while Gujarati students also presented a traditional Gujarati dance. After the first session, there was a house-wise competition where the students competed in different cultural activities like ‘Top-Spinning’, ‘Fire Making’, Bamboo Climbing’ and ‘Rice Pounding’. At the end, there was a ‘tug-ofwar’ between the parents and teachers. It may be noted here that QMHSS has been producing very good results in the HSLC and HSSLC examination every year. This year too, the school produced some toppers.

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‘we may live harmoniously with each other. The students of QMHSS presented different cultural items not only of the Aos but also of different tribes and communities too. There

president KK Paul informed that Parliamentary Secretary Khekaho Assumi in his address lauded the Bengalis for preserving their cultural heritage. He also spoke highly about the Bengali and non-Naga communities’ contribution in the field of education, economic and social life, the release added. He further assured to take up the matter of Bengali community hall in the Nagaland assembly.

Many prominent citizens from various communities of Nagaland attended the event, according to the release. Earlier on September 11, the 3-day event was inaugurated by KK Paul, president, Dimapur Bengali Samaj. Hritesh Chakraborty, Dipankar Bhattacharjee and Amitava Dutta from Genius Institute of Surmandal Bharati, Kolkata formed the 3-Judge panel.

phek, September 17 (mexN): Kidima Catholic Youth Association (KCYA) went on a gospel tour to St. Jude Church, Yoruba of Tenyizumi Parish, Phek district on September 13. A press release from P. Tepekrovi Kiso informed that former president of Southern Angami Catholic Youth Association, Vimetsil Lawrence, shared the brief history of Catholic faith and practices under the Apostle St Peter. Vechonuyi Andrew, catechist of St Jude Church, Yoruba expressed gratitude to the pioneer missionaries for sowing the seed of Catholic faith in the village bringing peace, love and education. The St Jude Church community also urged the other denomination people in the village to show love and care towards the Catholics, the release said. The St Jude Church, Yoruba was established on August 18, 1979, followed by the Catholic missionary school in 1986. Presently, the church has 112 faithful people with 24 household. The release informed that KCYA also went on a gospel mission tour to Yoruba in 1993 on foot. This time, 32 youths from KCYA were part of the gospel tour.

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kohioma, September 17 (mexN): The official website of Nerherma Students’ Union, NSU was formally launched in its golden jubilee year by Director, New & Renewable Energy, Er. T.S. Angami last evening at a simple function held at Northern Angami Public Organization Building in Kohima. After launching the NSU website www.nerhemasu.com, Angami said concepts are useful when implemented. He urged

the gathering to achieve success by putting into action words and ideas. Delivering the exhortation speech, Vice President, Naga Council Dimapur, D.P. Angami encouraged the NSU to rediscover in their jubilee year the past and plan for the future. Stating that Kohima as the state capital, is rapidly expanding towards the Northern Angami area due to favorable land features, DP urged the NSU to be prepared to absorb the im-

pending urbanization. NSU Jubilee theme song composed by Neikhrieo Üsou and a composition by Thepfulhou Theünuo was presented at the programme and are available for download from the NSU website. NSU President, Selabeituo Theünuo, chaired the programme while Rev. Zotuo Kiewhuo pronounced the invocation prayer. This was stated in a press release issued by NSU Golden Jubilee Publicity Committee Mezhulhouvilie Kiewhuo.

lenovo Smart Connected Devices Store being inaugurated in Dimapur on thursday. (Morung Photo) Morung express news ing Complex. Region General Manager – Dimapur | September 17

Lenovo on Thursday launched Smart Connected Devices Store in Dimapur making it the first of its kind in the Northeast. The stored named Temptation is located at Chishi Market-

Briefing media persons after the inauguration Rajesh Mishra Regional Sales Manager HSB East said that Lenovo is the only company in the country that has all types of PCs tablets smart phones and other electronic devices. Niraj Pancholi Sub

east said Lenovo also offers EMI facility. The two company officials of Lenovo also informed that Lenovo service centre will be opened soon in Dimapur. The Lenovo store was inaugurated by Prem Lata Sethi.

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Arunachal SDC fixes Rs 12.5 crore for welfare activities

ITANAGAR, SEPTEMBER 17 (PTI): The State Development Council (SDC) under the chairmanship of Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Chief Minister Nabam Tuki has fixed a whopping Rs 12,500 crore for developmental and welfare activities in this financial year covering all the 57 government departments. While addressing the final day of the SDC meeting yesterday, Tuki expressed satisfaction over the deliberations and hoped that the exercise would prove to be the springboard of development for the state, a report from the CMO said here today. He, however,reminded that the challenge now remains in implementation of the projects approved by SDC and called upon all the departments to strictly adhere to the guidelines in implementing projects. "Every single penny approved for developmental projects should reach the beneficiary at

the lowest level and no compromise will be made in judicious utilization of the funds," Tuki asserted, while emphasizing on strict monitoring of all projects during implementation. In a novel initiative the state government has decided to adopt 10 villages across the state this year and develop as a pilot project by equipping these villages with all basic infrastructure and civic amenities including garbage and solid waste management. According to the Chief Minister this would be carried forward by including more villages in a phased manner in coming years. An allotment of Rs 500 lakh has been earmarked for this first ever project in the state. Another new initiative of the government approved is the Chief Minister's Mission Mode project for renovation of township roads with an allocation of Rs 500 crore for the next five years. PWD and RWD would jointly prepare a

master plan for rural, urban and interstate roads to avoid duplicity and lapses. Also the government's focus would be on upgradation of existing roads based on road driving experience for which Rs 30 crore has been approved. In a major decision the SDC also approved installation of 10 KWP solar power plants for blood banks in all the district hospitals so that these remain functional all the time. A sum of Rs 450 lakh has been earmarked for it while Rs 2000 lakh has been kept for harnessing solar and wind energy in the state. The Arunachal Pradesh Energy Development Agency (APEDA) has been directed to study the feasibility of using solar rechargeable batteries for schools to run computers and other related equipment. Further, in villages with five or less households or there is no grid line, solar and wind energy generation would be taken up. The government also resolved

to take up micro hydro schemes (MHS) in areas where there is an existing 20 grid line. Expressing concern over incomplete MHS in various parts of the state, the government has decided to constitute a technical committee under chairmanship of Hydro Power Parliamentary Secretary to verify such projects remaining incomplete despite allotment of funds. The Power department has been directed to collect the actual data of un-electrified villages in the state irrespective of the 2011 census figures, the report said. Under the Swachch Bharat Mission, the government has kept a target of constructing 90200 individual household latrines (IHHL) in rural areas. Other important decisions include repair and upgradation of PMGSY roads (Rs 1000 lakh), construction of new critical roads (Rs 1500 lakh), construction of 2 lakh litre capacity overhead RCC tank at Naharlagun (Rs 36.51

India, China armies Paresh Baruah's ailing mother to hold joint military declines government help exercise next month NEw DElhI, SEPTEMBER 17 (AGENCIES): India and China will hold their fifth 'Hand-in-Hand' military exercise next month in the Chinese city of Kunming, the engagement coming on the heels of a recent face-off between their troops in Burtse in Ladakh. Army sources said the exercise will be held from October 11 to 23 and India will be sending a detachment of soldiers from the Naga Regiment for taking part in the same. The 'Hand-in-Hand' exercise is aimed at exploring useful experiences, advancing pragmatic cooperation and promoting a friendly environment between the two armies, the sources said. The first edition of the annual exercise was held in Kunming in December, 2007, following which India hosted a Chinese detachment as part of 'Hand-in-Hand' at Belgaum in December, 2008. However, there was a gap of five years before a third edition of the exercise was held in China's Chengdu area in 2013 in which a group of 160 personnel from Indian Army's 16 Sikh Light Infantry had taken part. The joint exercise which took place thereafter last year in Pune was to share the lessons learnt while tackling insurgency and terrorism so as to promote healthy military-to- military ties between the two armies and develop joint strategies for conducting operations in a counterterrorism environment. Forming part of the different levels of militaryto- military engagement across the entire spectrum

of operations, the exercise will enrich the two contingents for further honing their basic military skills, the sources said. Th exercise this year comes soon after the two armies operationalised their fifth border personnel meeting (BPM) point at Daulat Beg Oldi last month, which adds to the existing ones at Chushul (Ladakh), Nathu La (Sikkim), Bum La and Kibithu (Arunachal). After a fresh face-off this month, the armies of India and China held two meetings at two different sites in Ladakh this week during which they agreed to maintain peace and tranquillity along the 465km Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Ladakh sector. During the meetings, the Chinese side was asked about the alleged violation by way of the building of a hut 1.5-km deep inside perceived Indian territory in Burtse, the sources said, adding that "both sides agreed to adhere to no defence construction along the LAC". ITBP and Army jawans had on Friday demolished the hut in Burtse, which lies 210-km northeast of Leh, leading to a face-off between the two sides. The hut, with a solar panel on top, had a camera which recorded the movement of Indian troops, the sources said. The construction was done by Chinese troops apparently to claim that the area belongs to them. The area is adjacent to Depsang plains where the neighbouring country's forces had pitched camps in April, 2013, leading to a threeweek-long stalemate.

GuwAhATI, SEPTEMBER 17 (IANS): Miliki Baruah, the ailing mother of ULFA's militant 'commander' Paresh Baruah, on Thursday declined offer of financial assistance by the Assam government and urged Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi to spend the money on the flood-hit people. "I do not want the money. My condition is very bad and I am not going to live longer. The government should give the money to the flood-hit people of Assam or to some other people who are in need," Miliki Baruah told the media at a hospital in Dibrugarh district. Gogoi on Wednesday said

sioner of food safety issued prohibition notification on June 15 against CG Foods, prohibiting the manufacture, storage, distribution and sale of the products in the state for a period of 30 days. Authorities also served an improvement notice to CG Foods, Industrial Growth Centre, Chaygaon. After necessary im-

Thai Airways mulls flight services from Guwahati GuwAhATI, SEPTEMBER 17 (TNN): The Thai Airways International Public Company Limited said it was considering introducing direct flight services between Thailand and Guwahati. The company said it was studying the northeast market before taking any decision. Officials of the company, which currently connects Thailand with six cities of the country, said a team was examining the feasibility of beginning flights from the city. Two members of Thai Airways participated in the Thailand business matchmaking, organized by the office of commercial affairs of the Royal Thai Embassy, in association with Industries and Trade Fair Association of Assam (ITFAA), here on Wednesday. The officials said there were opportunities for beginning Thailand-Guwahati flight services as more and more people from the northeast were visiting Thailand.

AGARTAlA, SEPTEMBER 17 (IANS): High prevalence of smoking and tobacco use are the main cause of cancer in the eight states of India's northeastern region, a scientist said here on Thursday. "Though smoking, high use of tobacco and tobacco productsarethemaincauseof cancer in India's northeastern region, there are some other reasons for the increase of the dreaded disease in the region,"IndianCouncilofMedical Research (ICMR) scientist Prabhdeep Kaur told reporters here. She said that to get a detailed picture of the causes of the cancer and its rise, the ICMR has launched a study in the entire eight northeast

region. The study has already begun in Sikkim, Mizoram and Tripura, she said, adding it would soon start in other states as well. Kaur and five other experts attended at a four day workshop here on National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke (NPCDCS). Tripura regional cancer institute in-charge Gautam Majumder said that the NPCDCS, launched recently by the union health and family welfare ministry, would cover 640 districts in 36 states and union territories across the country by 2017. Kaur said that in India

NEw DElhI, SEPTEMBER 17 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the central and Arunachal Pradesh governments to confer the citizenship rights on the "eligible" Chakmas and Hajong people coupled with steps to protect their lives and liberty and guard them against any discrimination. Allowing the petition by the Committee for Citizenship Rights of the Chakmas (CCRC) of Arunachal Pradesh, a bench of Justice Anil R. Dave and Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel in their judgment said: "We direct the government of India and the state of Arunachal Pradesh to finalise the conferment of citizenship rights on eligible Chakmas and Hajongs."

Directing the compliance of its direction within three months from Thursday, the court also directed both governments to "ensure compliance of directions a for protection of their life and liberty and against their discrimination in any manner." The court said that the exercise for the grant of citizenship to Chakmas and Hajongs people may be "completed at the earliest preferably within three months from today". Stating that it found merit in the contention of the petitioner CCRC, Justice Goel, pronouncing the judgment, said: "It stands acknowledged by this court on the basis of stand of the government

cancer is the main killer disease after heart attack and stroke. She said these can be checked if the people undergo a health checkup on regular basis, and carry out carry physical exercises and keep a check on their lifestyle and food habits. ICMR has set up Cancer Registries in the northeast under the NCRP (National Cancer Registry Programme). The ICMR scientist said that earlier provided data showed the high prevalence of certain types of cancers in the northeast region. "Multicentric studies have been initiated by ICMR to find out the genetic factors, in addition to common environmental exposures,

tobacco smoking, alcohol consumption, pesticide exposure and dietary habits which could possibly explain the high prevalence of certain cancers in northeast India which forms the basis of the current studies," she added. Neorology expert Sanjith Aaron said that in India one person in every six dies of heart attack. "Heart and brain stroke caused by unchecked blood pressure and hypertensions are the main cause of most disabilities in our country." Majumder said that the union government has recently sanctioned Rs.120 crore to develop cancer treatment in different government hospitals in Tripura.

Governor’s message on World Bamboo Day DIMAPuR, SEPTEMBER 17 (MExN): Assam and Nagaland Governor, PB Acharya today called for introducing skill-development knowledge training to the people which will generate employment and will compliment the level of success and make Assam more self-sufficient both socially and economically. In his message on World Bam-

provement steps were taken, the samples of Wai-Wai mimi ready-to-eat noodles and Wai-Wai 1-2-3 mini noodles were sent for further analysis to the Assam government's food analyst. The state food analyst then declared that the samples conformed to the prescribed standards. Following this, the ban on the products was lifted.

boo Day, which is held on September 18, the Governor said that Bamboo being a multi-purpose, eco-friendly crop abundantly available, yet an underutilised natural resource, needs to be recognised, developed and promoted for sustainable use in manner which ensures ecological security for all round sustainable development of

Won’t allow Assam to be burdened: Gogoi GuwAhATI, SEPTEMBER 17 (AGENCIES): The Centre’s decision to permit minorities leaving Bangladesh and Pakistan due to religious persecution to enter and stay on in India continues to irk Assam, with state Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Thursday saying the state would not be allowed to be overburdened with people from across the border. Reacting to a statement allegedly made by Union External Affairs Minister VK Singh here on Wednesday that Assam would have to bear the burden on minority immigrants from the two neighbouring countries, Gogoi said that the attitude and approach of the Central Government to impose things from the top is contrary to the spirit of cooperative federalism.

"During tourism season, the demand is good. We are concerned about sustaining business during the lean season," Sajid Ahmad Khan of Thai Airways said. Khan said 50 to 100 passengers from the northeast travel to Thailand every month. The figure was not high, he said. "However, the number is growing. This is why we are exploring the northeast market. Guwahati is the hub of the region and this city will definitely grow in the near future," he added. About eight Thai companies took part in the business event. Trade officer of Thailand's department of international trade promotion Suttichat Nilkuha said, of the eight companies, five were from the food-processing sector. "Food-processing is a strong sector in Thailand. We can offer a lot to the northeast in this field. We can use our knowhow in food-processing for the growth of this sector in the region," Nilkuha said.

Grant citizenship rights to Chakmas, and Hajongs in Arunachal, SC directs

Tobacco use main cause of cancer in North East

Assam withdraws ban on Wai-Wai noodles GuwAhATI, SEPTEMBER 17 (IANS): The Assam government has withdrawn a notification that banned Wai-Wai mimi ready-to-eat noodles and Wai-Wai 1-2-3 mini noodles in June, an official statement said on Thursday. The government issued a speaking order on September 14, declaring both the Wai-Wai products safe, the statement said. On the basis of a sample analysis report on Wai-Wai mimi ready-to-eat noodles and Wai-Wai 1-2-3 mini noodles issued by the Assam food analyst, the samples were declared unsafe under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, as these contained monosodium glutamate, which is prohibited from use in dried pastas and noodles. The state's commis-

his government would consider on humanitariangroundsifPareshBaruah desires toseehis ailingmother and extended a financial assistance of Rs.1 lakh for her treatment. Miliki Baruah, 88, was admitted to a private hospital in Dibrugarh on Tuesday after she complained of palpitation and breathing trouble. She lives with one of her sons at her home at Chabua in Dibrugarh district. Paresh Baruah alias Paresh Asom leads a faction of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) that is opposed to any peace talks with the Indian government. He has lived out of the country since 1990s.

lakh) and renovation of government quarters (Rs 1500 lakh). Unlike the erstwhile State Planning Board, the SDC provided ample time and space to the departments to place and advocate their proposals by increasing the number of days for the meetings. The departments made presentations before the council with brief description of proposed schemes and projects while informing about the desired target in both physical and financial terms. In the first phase of meetings held in August last, 32 departments were covered while in the second phase that concluded today budget allocations were fixed for 25 departments. Earlier, the State Planning Board met for one day to complete the exercise while the SDC went minutely into the proposals of the departments that took 10 days, more than 60 hours of extensive discussion for final approval, the report added.

the state and well-being of its people. Bamboo is the livelihood of our Kisans, he stated. “Let us join hands with our “knowledge centres” i.e. our Universities to take lead to introduce the skill and training our young students in utilisation of Bamboo and create employment,” the Governor stated.

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of India that the Chakmas have a right to be granted citizenship subject to the procedure being followed." "It also stands recognized by judicial decisions that they cannot be required to obtain any Inner Line permit as they are settled in the state of Arunachal Pradesh", the court said. Referring to the earlier decisions of the apex court, Delhi and Gauhati High Court, the judgment said, "they need to be protected and their claims of citizenship need to be considered as per applicable procedure". It further said that "they could not be discriminated against in any manner pending formal conferment of rights of citizenship."

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Tax row resolution soon, focus on reforms: FM Arun Jaitley New Delhi, September 17 (iaNS): Given the worries plaguing the global economy, India will ensure that fundamentals at its own end remain strong to attract capital with resolution soon on all tax disputes, and framing of a new bankruptcy code and an updated procurement law, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said on Thursday. “In such a situation where there is turmoil almost by the day in global markets, we are trying to make the fundamentals of our own economy strong, and our ability to resist these changes can substantially improve,” Jaitley said, ahead of the monetary policy update in the US. “Without investment, there is going to be no ad-

ditional economic activity,” he said at the India Economic Convention, organised here by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (Ficci) and attended by ministers, the who’s who of India Inc. and key policymakers. The finance minister’s remarks came just ahead of the meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee, an arm of the US central bank, set to review later Thursday the country’s interest rate regime, which the global financial markets, including India, have been watching very keenly. The fear is that if there is a hike in interest rates -- for the first time since 2006 -- there could be a flight of capital away from

emerging market economies such as India towards the US, since investments there would become more attractive. Jaitley said that with the stated objective on ease of doing business, all tax disputes will be put to rest over the next few days, and added that this was a “work in progress” along with steps to make it easier to do business in India. “Since May 2014, a number of tax disputes have been put to rest since the Bharatiya Janata Party government took office,” the finance minister said alluding to the issue of retrospective tax on capital gains which has been much criticised, notably by overseas investors and funds.

“We are trying over the next few days itself (to look at pending disputes) so that many others can be put to sleep -- either by a judicial resolution or some executive resolution.” Speaking about economic reforms, Jaitley said that while the goods and services tax regime was stuck because of political reasons, the government was taking other steps, like putting in place a new bankruptcy code, fasttrack arbitration norms, and a revamped public procurement law. This apart, hiring norms for banks were being recast and their balance sheets recapitalised to make them financially stronger. The stressed assets of companies in infrastructure, steel

and power distribution were also being dealt with. These steps, he said, were key to fetching investment. “Any architecture of Indian growth -- along with private investment, public investment when it picks up, and foreign direct investment -- will need a lot of resource diversion to skill India and make these people in unorganised sector also to start generating jobs,” he said. “Kick-starting our manufacturing sector and improving its growth rate further, I think, is one of the greatest challenges to the Indian economy. We have now decided that within the area of growth architecture, we must first concentrate on agriculture.”

Hero Cycles buys Firefox Bikes New Delhi, September 17 (iaNS): To further cement its position in the fast-growing premium cycling segment in India, Hero Cycles has acquired Firefox Bikes, a company statement said on Thursday. “The promoters have divested their entire equity stake in Firefox Bikes in an all-cash transaction to Hero Cycles,” the statement said. As part of the deal, both companies have mutually agreed that Firefox Bikes will continue to have its distinct brand identity and remain a separate business entity post the acquisition. The deal includes Firefox brand of cycles, accessories and spares along with exclusive distribution rights of ‘Trek’ and other global brands. Firefox, which has an established presence pan-India through a network of 160 outlets, has been growing at a 3-year compound annual growth rate of 35 percent in revenue. “Post the acquisition, Firefox will continue to remain a young and dynamic brand with an international appeal. We at Hero Cycles have invested in Firefox only to help it realise its true potential and further its growth potential

in the market,” said Hero Cycles chairman and managing director Pankaj Munjal. “Through this acquisition, Hero Cycles will further expand its presence in all major categories of bicycles in India through its various brands such as Hero Cycles, UT, Firefox and UT Edge. The aim is to provide our customers with world-class products at every price range as per their fast evolving tastes and requirements,” he added. Firefox Bikes founder and managing director Shiv Inder Singh said: “This acquisition will help Firefox to penetrate further into the Indian market. This deal will also help Firefox to expand its marketing visibility and acquire an aggressive approach in reaching out to our prospective customers.”

MUDRA Bank to be India plans to raise cap on equity investments by EPFO Maruti to launch 15 Jayant Sinha told a that are now mainly in- 50 percent of assets under new models by 2020 Delhi, Septemlaunched in Nagaland soon New ber 17 (reuterS): In- business conference that vested in government management. Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): Babul Supriyo, Union Minister of State for Urban Development, Housing and Poverty Alleviation, who is the in-charge of MUDRA Bank, Nagaland State is expected to visit the state shortly to launch the bank, according to a release from BJP Nagaland office secretary Lachit Khersa. Meanwhile, it informed that president of BJP, Nagaland unit Dr. M Chuba Ao has appointed L Bendang Ao as convenor of MUDRA Bank Committee, Nagaland State and the following as members - Promod Singh, Mukibur Rahman, Mahesh Kotecha and Merulhoutuo Virie. MUDRA Bank is set up under the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana. It will provide services to small entrepreneurs outside the service area of regular banks, by using last mile agents. About 5.77 crore small businesses have been identified as target clients using the NSSO survey of 2013. Only 4% of these businesses get finance from regular banks. The bank will also ensure that its clients do not fall into debt and will lend responsibly. The bank will have an ini-

tial corpus of Rs 20,000 crore and a credit guarantee fund of Rs 3,000 crore. The bank will initially function as a nonbanking financial company and a subsidiary of the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). Later, it will be made into a separate company. It will also serve as a regulator for other micro-finance institutions (MFIs) and provide them refinancing services. It will provide guidelines for MFIs and give them ratings and priority will be given to ST/SCs in lending, the release said. The bank will classify its clients into three categories and the maximum allowed loan will be based on the category: Shishu - Allowed loans up to Rs 50,000; Kishore - Allowed loans up to Rs 5,00,000; Tarun - Allowed loans up to Rs10,00,000 Recently, the government decided to provide an additional fund of Rs. 100000 crore to the market which will be allocated as follows: 40% to Shishu, 35% to Kishor, 25% to Tarun. Small manufacturing unit, shopkeepers, fruits / vegetable vendors, artisans are eligible to borrow from MUDRA Bank.

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The sums involved are New Delhi, September 17 (NDtV auto): small in relation to the $1.5 It’s always interesting what Maruti Suzuki brings to trillion market value of the the table every time it launchBombay Stock Exchange, es a car. It does something difbut could grow quickly as ferent and has always served Prime Minister Narendra as a benchmark to other Modi seeks to broaden Inmanufacturers. However, dia’s tiny pensions net to times are changing and with cover more workers. new manufacturers bringing in innovative products and creating niche segments, it’s all about how Maruti Suzuki will cope with the changing trend. SMC President T Suzuki has said that the company plans to launch 15 new models in India by ceived 72 applications for small fi- 2020 and this will cover all the segments - from nance banks. small cars to SUVs. The company had made it clear that it wants to reach a target of selling three million Roll out of Equitas Bank cars annually and introducing more products is one Equitas Holdings Pvt. is the only way to go about it. Chennai-based NBFC-microfinance But India, and we mean Maruti Suzuki will play institution to have won the RBI’s nod a significant role in the development of the brand to start a small finance bank. Talk- in global markets. The company has already started ing to The Hindu, Equitas Managing production of the Baleno hatchback in India and Director, P.N. Vasudevan said: “RBI the car showcased in Frankfurt was built at the comhas given us 18-months time to start pany’s India plant. the banking operations. We will start Suzuki went on to state that “In the last few years thinking now about our next step. We we have been building capability of Maruti Suzuki are not going to stop microfinance so that we can develop vehicles which match Inbusiness, but we will be adding li- dian requirement but (going forward) I want Maruti ability side to our lending activity. We Suzuki to be able to develop vehicles for Suzuki’s want to start it as soon as possible.” global markets” Equitas Microfinance Pvt., EquiThe company is also looking at entering into tas Finance Pvt. and Equitas Hous- markets like Africa and Middle East. MSI, which ing Finance Pvt. will be merged to currently accounts for 40 per cent of SMC’s total create the Equitas Bank, Mr. Vasude- sales, is expected to increase it to 60 per cent by 2020 van said. Currently, Equitas Hold- and that is a significant rise. With more cars pouring ings has 370 branches, employing out of the Maruti Suzuki stable, we can only wonder more than 7,500 people. what’s in store.

mumbai, September 17 (the hiNDu): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has granted ‘in-principle’ approval for 10 companies to set up small finance banks. The approval will be valid for 18 months to enable the applicants to comply with the requirements. The firms include Au Financiers (India) Ltd., Jaipur, Capital Local Area Bank Ltd., Jalandhar, Disha Microfin Pvt., Ahmedabad and Utkarsh Micro Finance Pvt. Varanasi, Equitas Holdings Pvt., Chennai, ESAF Microfinance and Investments Pvt., Chennai, Janalakshmi Financial Services Pvt., Bengaluru and Ujjivan Financial Services Pvt., Bengaluru.The RBI also granted permission for RGVN (North East) and Microfinance Ltd., Guwahati, and the Navi Mumbai-based Suryoday Micro Finance Pvt. “Until a regular licence is issued,

the applicants cannot undertake any banking business,” RBI said in the press release. The RBI said that it intends to use the learning from this licensing round to appropriately revise the guidelines and move to giving licences more regularly, that is virtually ‘on tap,’ going forward. The central bank said that it selected the applicants after three different committees contributed to the final decision, backed by a detailed case study of each applicant. The scrutiny involved assessment of financial soundness, proposed business plan, fit and proper status based on due diligence reports received from the regulators, investigative agencies and banks, said RBI. “An important factor was proposed reach into un-banked areas and under-served sections of the population,” RBI added. The RBI re-

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‘Christianity is a movement’ NPSC 2015: 15196 aspirants for 93 posts Morung Express News

Visions at Day 2 of Naga Missionary Conference being held from Sept 16-18 Morung Express News Dimapur | September 17

The church is a radical community of believers. With this thought, while speaking on ‘Paul the Missionary,’ Rev. Dr. PC Gine kicked off the second day of the Naga Missionary Conference being held at the Thilixu Baptist Chuch here from September 16-18. The conference has been organised by the Nagaland Missions Movement (NMM), the missions department of the Nagaland Baptist Church Council. Highlighting the tenets that came to define mission work as an ongoing process, Rev. Dr. Gine maintained that “mission is an offence to the offenders.” Noting that many people do not read the book of revelation enough, he stated that it is a “History of the Future.” In this context, Rev. Santiago (Sonny) Lagardo as a speaker on ‘Global Missions: A challenge for Naga

Congregation taking part in Praise & Worship on Day 2 of the Naga Missionary Conference, being held at Thilixu Baptist Church from September 16-18 (Morung Photo)

Churches’ said it is time for Naga churches to harbour local passion and global presence—think globally, act locally. Since the Nagas are “strategic people in a strategic place at a strategic time,” it is important to remember, he noted, that “vision unites while ministry divides.” As “Nagaland is important in spreading missions in Asia and beyond,” Rev. Sonny reminded the con-

gregation that “Christianity is a movement,” and that “mission thrives in movement.” Christianity, he said, started in Jerusalem with Christ, became an institution when it went to Rome, a tradition in Europe and a business in USA. In Asia, as in Nagaland, Christianity is a “sub culture,” the speaker from Philippines maintained. Nagaland, he said, has one of the most well

planned and prepared churches which need to become ‘World Christians’ in their outlook. He presented the trends that some of the major religions are undergoing currently in the region in order to provide this outlook. Today’s day-long program also heard compelling stories from Naga missionaries about their work in other parts of the Indian sub-continent, like

Arunachal Pradesh, Bhutan, Assam, West Bengal and Himachal Pradesh. Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) attorney, Tehmina Arora, who described herself as a “legal missionary,” presented on the Rights and Privileges of Christians in India. Though a number of legal statuettes protect religious freedom in India, she asked the congregation not to use these laws frivolously. The evening session saw more than a thousand people at the Church for Praise and Worship. Greetings came from Rev. Alem Meren, former director of the NMM, Rev. Dr. N. Paphino, president of Nagaland Christian Revival Churches. Hymns, worship and songs were presented by the Baptist Youth Fellowship Dimapur, Dimapur Lotha Baptist Church, Oriental Theological Seminary and Konyak Baptist Church. A message on ‘The Commission Lives’ came from Rev. Sonny Lagardo.

Dimapur | September 17

All together 15196 candidates has registered for this year preliminary examination for NCS, NPS, NSS & Allied Services to be held across Nagaland on September 26. The aspirants will be vying for 93 vacant posts for which the Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC) had notified earlier in two advertisement. The ratio on the Preliminary exam number of candidates on September 26 and vacant posts translates to an approximate 163 candidates per post. ity of the questions for the The yearly premier General Studies -Paper I, exam, apart from filling up NPSC (Mains), 2014 on vacancies in various de- September 9, were allegpartments under the Gov- edly ‘copy-pasted’ straight ernment of Nagaland, also from a particular book elicselects candidates for top iting consternation and administrative services shock among the examlike Extra Assistant Com- inees and aspirants alike. missioner and Deputy Su- Consequently, the matter perintendent of Police. went to court and still in the A notification from the process. NPSC informed that the Despite protest over examination will be held the limited numbers of across five districts in Na- post routed through NPSC galand namely, Kohima, and the relative issue of Dimapur, Mokokchung, rampant backdoor apTuensang and Mon. While pointments under various maximum candidate will departments, many NPSC

Peren police apprehends two Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): The Peren Police has arrested two persons, a bootlegger and bike lifter, in two separate operations. The first arrest was made on September 15, when the police manning Mhainamtsi Police Asst. booth arrested one woman for possession of 138 bottles of old monk rum.

She was later identified as Athuina Rongmai of Dailong village Tamenlong, and presently a resident of Burma Camp, Dimapur. In another incident, the Peren Police arrested one two wheeler lifter identified as Namswayibe, 22 years of Mhainamtsi village from ‘B’ Jalukie on September 15. A press note from Su-

perintendent of Police, Peren informed that the two wheeler bike (a Yamaha SZ-X black) was from New Market Jalukie on August 24. The police had earlier recovered the bike abandoned near a Mulberry farm, Mhainamtsi. A regular case has been registered in this regard and investigation is on progress, the police added.

New Mon APMC Chairman elected

The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha Nagaland State Unit along with Dimapur District Conducted Swacch Bharat Abhiyan at Dimapur Railway station on September 17 to Dimapur, Septemcommemorate the birthday of PM Narendra Modi. The BJYM team was led by Vice ber 17 (mexN): S KhonPresident Vikuho Dominic along with Dimapur District President and the entire section gam Salim of Chenwotzu under Dimapur Railway Station Master and Sanitation Department.

Village was elected as the new Chairman of Agriculture Produce Marketing Committee (APMC), Mon for 5-years term for the tenure 2015-20 on September 16. The election was held with voting rights in the chamber of District Agricul-

ture Officer (DAO) & Member Secretary, APMC and the process was presided over by officials from NSAMB - Nagaland State Agricultural Marketing Board, as Returning Officer, in presence of representatives from all Agriculture & Allied departments - Veterinary, Fishery, Land Resources, Horticulture, etc. Meanwhile, the Sa Yen

appear from Kohima and Dimapur with each having 11 and 7 exam centres respectively, there will be 2 centres at Mokokchung and 1 each in Mon and Tuensang. Last year, a total of 13,942 candidates applied for 71 posts under various sections though the result for the same is yet to be declared as the matter in court and sub judice. It may be noted that major-

Organization and the Salim Community congratulated the newly elected chairman and expressed gratitude to all the Agri-Allied departments and all the officials and concerns for the chosing Khongam. In a press note, he also conveyed that he is looking forward to work for progress of in Agri produce marketing in the Mon district.

aspirants opines that they are ‘somewhat’ contented because the exams are conducted every year which at least giving them hope for securing a slot in the “prestigious government sector’ job in Nagaland. “In Nagaland, every graduate, no matter what discipline and subject matter, is a NPSC aspirant” quips Kevinouo, a candidate from Kohima adding, “It is also pre-occupation every parent.” A section of NPSC aspirants also voiced concern over the numerous errors appearing frequently in the NPSC question papers. “The question papers are always replete with errors- typos, wrong questions, and repeated questions-which exhibits sub standard execution by these agencies involved in the processing of the question papers,” Sanen, another NPSC aspirant lamented. “I hope that the NPSC or the agency (s) engaged in setting the question papers will not repeat the same mistake again this year lest the matter end up in court again,” he stated.

MEx FILE Porba VC summons Matyas Gatyatri JV Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): The Village Council of Porba has requested the signatories of Matyas Gatyatri JV or appropriate authority of the company to appear the council on or before October 16 in a issue relating to the agreement made between the two entities that there would be “seizure of earth work machineries” due to non-completion of work. A press note from the Village Council of Porba, Sheniezo Dzudo stated that the council will “adhere” to the agreement if the representatives from the company fails comply with the directive within the stipulated period.

Post office informs on Jan Suraksha schemes Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): Jan Suraksha schemes launched by the Prime Minister of India viz Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojna (PMSBY) and Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojna (PMJJBY). For availing the schemes customers may open Post Office savings bank accounts at Kohima HO and the customers already having accounts after reviving the silent account may join these schemes. The facility will also be extended to other Post Offices of Nagaland later.

TYOD executive meeting today

Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): The Tenyimi Youth Organization (TYO) Dimapur is convening its executive council meeting September 18 at Tenyimi Complex, Dimapur. All concern members including the advisors and tribe representatives are requested to attend The event saw further the said meeting positively, a press note from TYOD songs, dances, jokes apart president, Thejangulie Angami. from a special song by the students of RBHTI Dima- Kohima Sümi Hoho informs pur Midziphima branch. The program ended with Kohima, September 17 (mexN): The Kohima vante mataram, the press Sümi Hoho has informed all its executive members, Presidents and General Secretary in all the Colony Sümi note informed. Community Kohima to attend the emergency consultative meeting on September 18 at Japfü Ashok Hotel at 4 pm positively. This was informed by Lhokiye Yeputhomi, General Secretary, Kohima Sümi Hoho in a press note.

Hindi Divas held at RBHTI campus Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): The Rashtra Bhasha Hindi Training Institute, Hindi Nagar, Padumpukhuri Dimapur today The Department of Sericulture conducted farmers’ training on silkworm rearing techcelebrated the Hindi Divas nology and income generation at SIRD Training Hall, Phek Town under NERTPS on September 9 and 10. Resource persons were Zachivelu K Dolie, District Sericulture at the Institute’s premises with various events. Officer, Phe;, Pusanu Rhakho, Seri Operator; and Mhasekhoyo Puro, Seri Operator.

A press note from the organiser said that a choreography by vibietuoü and friends open the celebration followed by the Rashtra Bhasha Rashtriya geet ( National language national song) by the Boys Hostellers.

KNO to organise medical camp ENSU SJC invites alumni to fresher’s meet Dimapur, September 17 (mexN): KNO, a non profitable organisation, will be organising a free medical camp on September 19 at Domokia Village from 9 AM at the resident of GB Lihao Patton. Free medicine will be distributed during the camp. The Kyong Nchumchio Okho (KNO) Dimapur in

a press note issued by its Chairman, Mhademo Kithan has also informed all the neighbouring villages to avail the opportunity offered by the camp. Meanwhile, all the KNO members are also requested to gather at 5.30 AM at the City Tower junction for departure for the camp without fial on September 19.

Kohima Wards’ Smart City Meetings Kohima, September Wards has been issued a 19 (mexN): All the Wards copy of ‘Smart City Guideunder Kohima Municipal lines’ and they are expectCouncil (KMC) are informed ed to submits their views that the KMC along with the or opinion and proposal to officials of municipal affairs the visiting team during the department will have con- meetings. If any Ward is unable sultation meeting with respective Wards’ Panchayat to submit the same at the Hall with regard to ‘Smart meeting, they can submit it to the KMC office by OcCity Mission’ in Kohima. According to press noti- tober 7 for onward submisfication from KMC admin- sion to the department, it istrator Kovi Meyase, all the added. The timing for respective Wards’ visitations are as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Ward 8: 20/9/15, 2 PM Ward 1: 21/9/15, 7 AM Ward 2: 21/9/15, 5PM Ward 3: 22/9/15, 7AM Ward 4: 22/9/15, 5 PM Ward 5: 23/9/15, 7 AM Ward 6: 23/9/15, 5P M Ward 7: 24/9/15, 7AM Ward 9: 24/9/15, 5PM Ward 10: 25/9/15, 7AM

11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.

Ward 11: 25/9/15, 5PM Ward 12: 25/9/15, 7AM Ward 13: 25/9/15, 5PM Ward 14: 27/9/15, 2PM Ward 15: 28/9/15, 7AM Ward 16: 28/9/15, 5AM Ward 17: 29/9/15, 7AM Ward 18:29/9/15, 5PM Ward 19:30/9/15, 5PM

Kohima, September 17 (mexN): The Eastern Naga Student's Union, St. Joseph's College, Jakhama (ENSU, SJC) has invited all the alumni and Silver Ju-

bilee Planning Committee to its 23rd Fresher's Meet 2015, to be held on September 19, 10AM at Molu Ki, Para Medical Kohima. Dr. Niekiesalie Kire Min-

ister for Forest, Environment, Ecology and Wildlife Government of Nagaland and Shahsha L Menhahü, president Eastern Naga Student's Federation (ENSF)

will grace the occasion as Chief Guest and Guest of Honour respectively. For more details, one can contact President Nokchem Angth at 917085679873.

SFS Kohima youth tours Longleng

Dimapur, September, 17 (mexN): The youth of St. Francis de Sales (SFS) Parish, Kohima, undertook a Gospel Tour to St. Joseph’s Parish, Longleng from September, 12-14 on the occasion of Nagaland Catholic Youth Movement (NCYM) Day. All together 38 youths participated in the threeday tour, a press note informed adding that the high point of tour was the Holy Eucharistic service celebrated by Rev Fr Sunny KS, the Parish Priest of Longleng on September 13 . The delegations from Kohima were welcome and exhorted by Peter Yingsham and Robert Yongkai, the former Church Secretary and Youth President of St. Joseph’s Parish, Longleng respectively. Seyie Carlus, the Youth President of SFS Kohima, greeted the congregation and sharings were deliv-

CAKU Executive Meeting Dimapur, September 17, (mexN): The Chakhro Angami Kuda Union (CAKU) will hold its Executive Council meeting on September 19, 10AM at CAKU Hall Phevima Kacharigaon. CAKU general secretary, Thejangulie Angami bin a press note requested the office bears of CAKU, Advisors, Youth, Students, Mothers, GB’s, and Village/Colony Chairman or representative, Finance Committee for wall construction as well as all the well wishers from CAKU jurisdiction to attend the meeting.

Congress Seva Dal convention Kohima, September 17 (mexN): The convention of Congress Seva Dal of North East will be held on September 27, 9:00 am at Pragiyotika, Machkhowa ITA Center, Guwahati to celebrate the 125th birth anniversary of the first prime minister of India and the first president of Congress Seva Dal, Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. The chief organizer GK Rengma has informed the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Seva Dal office bearers, district chief organizers, district mahila organizers, block chief organizers to attend the convention positively as per the directive of the chief organizer of All India Congress Seva Dal, Mahindra Joshi. For more information, contact L Manen Jamir, organizing secretary at 08575566867.

ZSUK (N) informs The youth of St. Francis de Sales (SFS) Parish, Kohima at Yongnyah village, Longleng during their Gospel Tour to St. Joseph’s Parish, Longleng from September 12-14.

ered by Grace Magh, Sajit Minj and Atovi Achumi while special numbers were presented by the youths of Kohima and Longleng respectively led by Vinunyü Vincent and Helen. The team then visited

Yongnyah village where they were warmly received by the Catechist and the community of faithful. The day concluded with a Rosary service in the parish. The SFS Youth, in the press note further, expressed

their gratitude to CYA Longleng, the Parish Priest and the Catholic Community of Longleng and Yongnyah for their hospitality and generosity; and to the Parish Priest of SFS Kohima and ACYA (SFS) for supporting the tour.

Kohima, September 17 (mexN): The Zeliangrong Students' Union Kohima has informed all Zeliangrong students studying at High School and College level to select one representative each from their respective school/college and submit their membership list on or before September 20. A press note issued by ZSUK (N) president, Asappe and general secretary, James Newmai has requested the concerned members to contact the following numbers for further information : 9436673485/8014062470.

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The Power of Truth

The Morung Express X issue 254X issue 185 Thursday 9volume July 2015 volume By dr. sao Tunyi

Manufactured consent?

ince August 3, Nagas have been longing and demanding to know the content of the framework agreement. One and a half months later, it is still kept under wraps. So, although people know that a certain agreement has been signed and tiny bits of it may be flying around, the people are still in the dark about it. But something remarkable has happened since August 3. It is the opposition of the apex organizations to ACAUT’s Common Platform. It is a really big cause of concern for the Nagas that the organizations who should be organizing such a public platform were opposing it. It can’t be simply ego problem that their role is being played by someone else. That would be too trivial an argument although in instances, one can choose not to participate because someone else is doing what one should. Was it arrogance? Could it be that the apex bodies think that they know it all and doesn’t feel the need to speak with the people? Leaders represent the people but being in leadership role does not diminish public responsibility, it only increases it. Leaders should consult and communicate with the people on matters of public importance. It is baffling that they should try to silence the people in support of an agreement which they also don’t claim to know. A question that one can ask in the face of such a stance is, ‘How free are our apex organizations?’ Are there external factors controlling their hands and vocal cords? Sometimes, it so happens that supposedly neutral bodies speak out as mouth piece of non-neutral power establishments. What the public wants to know at present is, ‘what is it which is being negotiated with the government of India for the future of all Nagas?’ So, the apex organizations in effect are expected to be debating and deliberating. But instead, they tried to stop people from thinking and speaking. This makes some people to question in social media if our various organizations are ‘bought’. Although there will be polarized views, it may be safe to say that the present stand of the majority is that there is neither consent nor rejection of the framework agreement simply because it is not made public. But if the negotiators take the agreement forward assuming that there is public consent, it will be a ‘manufactured consent’. In medical science, consent for a medical procedure is signed after the patient clearly appreciates and understands the facts, implications, and future consequences of the procedure. If the patient does not have the capacity to understand, a family member is made to sign the consent. Therefore it is also called ‘informed consent’. The Nagas have not been informed yet to make a decision on the agreement. The other factions have not been brought on board yet. This is an opportune time to open up and talk. There is a feeling of cautious optimism in the air. This is a rare opportunity because there is also the possibility to forgive each other and forge our future. Dr. Sao Tunyi works as an Epidemiologist at Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Kohima. Feedback can be sent to saotunni@yahoo.co.in, or visit his blog www.thatchhouse.blogspot.in

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Leon Wofsy Foreign Policy in Focus

Where there’s War, There are Refugees

hile Europe flounders, compelled at last to begin seeking short term measures of humane response, our shameless war hawks hide from blame: it’s Assad’s doing, Obama’s “weakness” in failing to bomb Syria and intervene militarily early on. There is blame aplenty historically for the Middle East tragedy that is spilling over into Europe and for other refugee crises affecting all continents. Anti-immigrant racists rant, build walls, and terrorize millions of parents and children desperate for survival. But the major culprit is WAR. The refugee disaster is the legacy of the war makers, those who authored the invasion of Iraq and Afghanistan and the military misadventure in Libya. It is a living legacy of policies aimed at forcing “regime change,” a preference for superpower might and war over negotiations and diplomacy based on adherence to United Nations’ principles. The enormous damage that has been done is a legacy that our hawks share with both designated foes and presumed allies: there is the rise of ISIL and its horrors, the “unintended consequence” of our failed wars; remember also the Congressional cheers for Netanyahu as he unleashed the massive destruction of war on Gaza. Why talk about blame when the moment cries out for emergency refugee relief? Because the human tragedy has given no pause to the architects of disaster. They are doing everything in their power to derail the negotiated agreement between Iran and the USA, Russia, Britain, France, China and Germany, which is the first real signal that a turn toward international cooperation for peace is possible. They are still addicted to war, another war after twelve years of war without end. Human decency requires emergency cooperation by the United States, Europe, all governments and their people, to relieve the misery and hopelessness of millions seeking asylum. It further demands a basic shift away from the politics and economics of war. No more than temporary remedies are possible without big changes in priorities and investment. If refugees’ lives matter, there has to be a huge shift in public funding from making war to meeting vital social needs. When you think about it, every problem we confront at home and abroad becomes a matter of human decency. Either we care about each other, about the human condition and human dignity, or the monsters turn us all into bystanders or brutes. Then again, it’s a matter of human survival, of peace not war.

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nd on Security Council reform, I think I have always favoured expanding the Security Council in order to make it more broadly representative and democratic and transparent. The world has changed and considering such huge, dramatic changes in the international community, the Security Council should also be able to adapt to this changing situation.” UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon

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Timothy Snyder New York Times

The Next Genocide

EFORE he fired the shot, the Einsatzgruppe commander lifted the Jewish child in the air and said, “You must die so that we can live.” As the killing proceeded, other Germans rationalized the murder of Jewish children in the same way: them or us. Today we think of the Nazi Final Solution as some dark apex of high technology. It was in fact the killing of human beings at close range during a war for resources. The war that brought Jews under German control was fought because Hitler believed that Germany needed more land and food to survive and maintain its standard of living — and that Jews, and their ideas, posed a threat to his violent expansionist program. The Holocaust may seem a distant horror whose lessons have already been learned. But sadly, the anxieties of our own era could once again give rise to scapegoats and imagined enemies, while contemporary environmental stresses could encourage new variations on Hitler’s ideas, especially in countries anxious about feeding their growing populations or maintaining a rising standard of living. The quest for German domination was premised on the denial of science. Hitler’s alternative to science was the idea of Lebensraum. Germany needed an Eastern European empire because only conquest, and not agricultural technology, offered the hope of feeding the German people. In Hitler’s “Second Book,” which was composed in 1928 and not published until after his death, he insisted that hunger would outstrip crop improvements and that all “the scientific methods of land management” had already failed. No conceivable improvement would allow Germans to be fed “from their own land and territory,” he claimed. Hitler specifically — and wrongly — denied that irrigation, hybrids and fertilizers could change the relationship between people and land. The pursuit of peace and plenty through science, he claimed in “Mein Kampf,” was a Jewish plot to distract Germans from the necessity of war. “It is always the Jew,” argued Hitler, “who seeks and succeeds in implanting such lethal ways of thinking.” As exotic as it sounds, the concept of Lebensraum is less distant from our own ways of thinking than we believe. Germany was blockaded during World War I, dependent on imports of agricultural commodities and faced real uncertainties about its food supply. Hitler transformed these fears into a vision of absolute conquest for total security. Lebensraum linked a war of extermination to the improvement of lifestyle. The chief Nazi propagandist, Joseph Goebbels, could therefore define the purpose of a war of extermination as “a big breakfast, a big lunch and a big dinner.” He conflated lifestyle with life. To expand Germany’s Lebensraum, Hitler aimed to seize Ukraine from the Soviet Union, starve 30 million Eastern Europeans and transfer the food to Germany. When Germany invaded the Soviet Union in 1941, the campaign had two major aims: the control of fertile Ukrainian soil and the destruction of Jews living there. It was this invasion that placed defenseless Jewish children at the mercy of the murderous Einsatzgruppen. Climate change threatens to provoke a new ecological panic. So far, poor people in Africa and the Middle East have borne the brunt of the suffering. The mass murder of at least 500,000 Rwandans in 1994 followed a decline in agricultural production for several years before. Hutus killed Tutsis not only out of ethnic hatred, but to take their land, as many genocidaires later admitted. In Sudan, drought drove Arabs into the lands of African pastoralists in 2003. The Sudanese government sided with the Arabs and pursued a policy of eliminating the Zaghawa, Masalit and Fur peoples in Darfur and surrounding regions. Climate change has also brought uncertainties about food supply back to the center of great power politics. China today, like Germany before the war, is an industrial power incapable of feeding its population from its own territory, and is thus dependent on unpredictable international markets. This could make China’s population susceptible to a revival of ideas like Lebensraum. The Chinese

n 31 July 2015 the photojournalist Rubén Espinosa was tortured and murdered in a house in Mexico City. His four female companions, including an activist from Veracruz, were raped, tortured, and also killed. While Veracruz, the city in which Espinosa worked, is known to be a hostile environment for journalists and activists, this is the first time that a journalist from Veracruz has had his safety compromised in the capital. The slaughter of Espinosa demonstrates not only how dire the situation for journalists in Mexico has become, but is exemplary of the way in which formally democratic countries like Mexico deal with political challengers. According to Article 19, the international organization that promotes press freedom, Espinosa is the twelfth journalist from Veracruz to be killed since 2010. In light of that number, Veracruz can call itself the most dangerous state for journalists in Mexico, and, according to Reporters Without Borders, even one of the most dangerous places in the world. While clientelism, corruption, and a climate of fear have already resulted in the fact that only a limited amount of journalists still write critically about the state government, most people that do engage in critical journalism await the same fate: masked men knock on the door, often followed by torture, rape, and murder, and finally a statement from the federal chief prosecutor in which he emphasizes that the murder is not necessarily politically driven. In other words, the victim was in the wrong place at the wrong time.

In Sudan, drought led to conflict and the displacement of many civilians.

government must balance a not-so-distant history of starving its own population with today’s promise of ever-increasing prosperity — all while confronting increasingly unfavorable environmental conditions. The danger is not that the Chinese might actually starve to death in the near future, any more than Germans would have during the 1930s. The risk is that a developed country able to project military power could, like Hitler’s Germany, fall into ecological panic, and take drastic steps to protect its existing standard of living. How might such a scenario unfold? China is already leasing a tenth of Ukraine’s arable soil, and buying up food whenever global supplies tighten. During the drought of 2010, Chinese panic buying helped bring bread riots and revolution to the Middle East. The Chinese leadership already regards Africa as a long-term source of food. Although many Africans themselves still go hungry, their continent holds about half of the world’s untilled arable land. Like China, the United Arab Emirates and South Korea are interested in Sudan’s fertile regions — and they have been joined by Japan, Qatar and Saudi Arabia in efforts to buy or lease land throughout Africa. Nations in need of land would likely begin with tactfully negotiated leases or purchases; but under conditions of stress or acute need, such agrarian export zones could become fortified colonies, requiring or attracting violence. Hitler spread ecological panic by claiming that only land would bring Germany security and by denying the science that promised alternatives to war. By polluting the atmosphere with greenhouse gases, the United States has done more than any other nation to bring about the next ecological panic, yet it is the only country where climate science is still resisted by certain political and business elites. These deniers tend to present the empirical findings of scientists as a conspiracy and question the validity of science — an intellectual stance that is uncomfortably close to Hitler’s. The full consequences of climate change may reach America only decades after warming wreaks havoc in other regions. And by then it will be too late for climate science and energy technology to make any difference. Indeed, by the time the door is open to the demagogy of ecological panic in the United

States, Americans will have spent years spreading climate disaster around the world. THE European Union, by contrast, takes global warming very seriously, but its existence is under threat. As Africa and the Middle East continue to warm and wars rage, economic migrants and war refugees are making perilous journeys to flee to Europe. In response, European populists have called for the strict enforcement of national borders and the end of the union. Many of these populist parties are supported by Russia, which is openly pursuing a divide-and-conquer policy with the aim of bringing about European disintegration. Russia’s 2014 intervention in Ukraine has already shattered the peaceful order that Europeans had come to take for granted. The Kremlin, which is economically dependent on the export of hydrocarbons to Europe, is now seeking to make gas deals with individual European states one by one in order to weaken European unity and expand its own influence. Meanwhile, President Vladimir V. Putin waxes nostalgic for the 1930s, while Russian nationalists blame gays, cosmopolitans and Jews for antiwar sentiment. None of this bodes well for Europe’s future — or Russia’s. When mass killing is on the way, it won’t announce itself in the language we are familiar with. The Nazi scenario of 1941 will not reappear in precisely the same form, but several of its causal elements have already begun to assemble. It is not difficult to imagine ethnic mass murder in Africa, which has already happened; or the triumph of a violent totalitarian strain of Islamism in the parched Middle East; or a Chinese play for resources in Africa or Russia or Eastern Europe that involves removing the people already living there; or a growing global ecological panic if America abandons climate science or the European Union falls apart. Today we confront the same crucial choice between science and ideology that Germans once faced. Will we accept empirical evidence and support new energy technologies, or allow a wave of ecological panic to spread across the world? Denying science imperils the future by summoning the ghosts of the past. A professor of history at Yale University and the author of “Black Earth: The Holocaust as History and Warning.”

Mexico’s deadly truths Jos Bartman Recently, a team of investigative journalists discovered that the Veracruz state police had kept a secret file on 20 activists regarded as “security risks”. It’s a list of names that shares an important similarity with the string of victims in Veracruz: people who have openly criticized the state government, and have published about corruption and repression by that government. It is clear that the recent killings, and those before Espinosa, are politically driven. Human Rights organizations such as Amnesty International and Civil Rights organizations such as Article 19 recognize this. But policy-makers and commentators around the world continue to misunderstand the nature of this repression. Take the minister of foreign affairs of the Netherlands, Bert Koenders, for example, who praised the Mexican government for its international promotion of human rights after his latest diplomatic visit. In a press release, he noted that the Netherlands and Mexico are becoming more alike in their political ambitions. Koenders emphasized that Mexico wants to take more responsibility for promoting peace and safety in the world – by supporting UN peacekeeping missions.

He described the efforts of the Mexican government to curb international drug problems as “admirable.” This while numerous journalists who have investigated the links between politicians and drug cartels have been brutally killed. Koenders’ statement is characteristic of the way in which policy-makers only address the official position of a country when it comes to human rights, and leave out the empirical position. Human rights and civil rights organizations are less positive about the Mexican government, and such organizations have repeatedly tried to put pressure on the government to end the extrajudicial killings of journalists and activists. This is made difficult given that the state repression of dissidents in Mexico is exercised in a decentralized fashion. But some of the blame over the misinterpretation of repression must also be directed at non-governmental organizations themselves. One of the most influential democracy watchdogs, Freedom House, evaluates Mexico as an average performer when it comes to the state of civil rights and political freedom. This is in contrast to countries like China which does badly on such ratings. The reason why Freedom House

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is relatively generous to Mexico is the same reason why the Dutch minister of foreign affairs is so positive about the political ambitions of the Mexican government: both are essentially saying something about official government policies, not real practice. The kind of reporting used by Freedom House mainly targets the legal freedoms people enjoy in a country, such as the right to participate freely in elections or the right to conduct journalism unhindered. In Mexico, these freedoms are indeed reasonably well protected by the law in comparison to China. But these measurements do not say much about how countries live up to those legal standards. The consequence of this is that countries like China, where political opponents are prosecuted via national law, have worse ratings than countries where political opponents are tortured and murdered in their own homes. In countries where politicians do not have the formal means to repress political opponents, another toolbox of repression is often opened – the execution of repression in collaboration with organized criminality, while federal politicians turn a blind eye. Any solution must separate political repression in its most essential form from the manifestations of repression, define repression as a fundamental intolerance to political opposition, and be open to the ways in which this intolerance can be manifested. If we use these new lenses, we might be able to better understand new and more nebulous forms of repression.

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FriDAY 18•09•2015

PERSPECTIVE

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Syrian Refugee Crisis: The Resurgence of the Our Chance To See God Naga Independence Spirit Rev. Dr. Cari Jackson

or over two years (2004-2007) I served as a teacher in an old government school under Mokokchung district. The school is said to be one of the oldest govt. schools in entire Nagaland. One afternoon in the first week of August 2006, I was interacting with the students of class 10. During the course of the interaction, one student asked if I had any special plan on 15th August which would be a holiday. I replied that I had nothing special to do on 15th August and that I would most probably spend the day at home reading some books. Then another student sitting in the last bench asked whether 14th August would also be a holiday. To this, I asked back why 14th August should be a holiday and the student replied “Sir, 14th August is Naga Independence Day”. At this, the whole class burst out laughing. I guess this is what 14th August has meant to most of us for the last many years. We all know that our grandfathers’ generation declared 14th August as our Independence Day in 1947. But maybe because of the horrible episode that followed this declaration and also because of some of our own misadventures and shortcomings coupled with the tamasha played out by the Indian government, 14th August unfortunately has miserably failed to invoke much patriotism, inspiration or feelings in the hearts and minds of the present generation. After the signing of the so-called 16 Point Agreement in 1960, Indian currency started to flow abundantly and unceasingly into our land and almost all Nagas slowly began to engross themselves in the pursuit of this very alluring currency. The trend continues to this day as the flow of Indian currency into our land remains unabated in the last 50 years of statehood. Therefore, in such a situation it is not surprising that the talk about 14th August as Naga Independence Day seemed somewhat irrelevant, amusing and archaic. After all how can we call ourselves independent when we all seem to have totally become dependent on India from the smallest thing to the biggest? In the year 1993, I was a class 10 student. Somewhere around September-October that year, one day our class teacher was helping us in filling up our examination forms for the ensuing matriculation exam to be held in the month of December. In the exam form, we were to furnish all our details like name, parents’ name, DOB, address, religion nationality etc. and our class teacher was meticulously instructing us how to fill up the many columns. Finally we came down to the space where we were supposed to enter our nationality. And here our class teacher humorously commented that all of us were supposed to enter our nationality as ‘INDIAN’ and not ‘NAGA’. At this comment of our class teacher also, the whole class burst out laughing. I am sorry to narrate these experiences but this has become the general scenario in Nagaland. The Naga movement which began as a very noble, genuine and inspiring one in the 1940s and 1950s ultimately was turned into a very bloody, corrupted, tricky and vulnerable phenomenon due to the arrogance and tactics employed by the Indian government. And in the course of time, the Indian government seemed to have won the day when many of our own Nagas themselves got entrapped and entangled in the muddy game of politics played out from the corridors of power in Delhi and many got swayed away by the dubiously lofty ideals and propagandas. In this way, the real spirit of Naga Independence Day which should have ignited deep patrio-

rowing up in Kohima, I had friends who belonged to different Naga tribes but I never felt the differences even as our cultural backgrounds reflected in our different dialects, traditional dresses, and customs etc. Thanks to Nagamese, English education and common spaces like schools, we had free interactions. However, the differences became apparent in college, especially during elections where tribal identity was a central issue. Not just college, but also at state level voting choices revolve around tribal allegiances. Our participation in cultural events and institutions such as church, students’ body or tribal council further strengthens specific tribal allegiances. Concerns or conflicts; achievements or failures each find articulation through assertion and recognition of tribal identity within contemporary society. For e.g. after each board exams local newspapers are flooded with congratulatory messages sent by the respective tribe, village councils and churches. If through such assertions an individual feels a sense of security and identity, the collective body too remains relevant. Yet, while celebrating the collective, the inter-tribal prejudices emerge as powerful spill-overs. Yet, Inter-tribal prejudices are not new-born. The present ethnic divisions and prejudices manifested in everyday lives of Nagas have a historical origin that can be traced to pre-colonial times, and continuing with processes of modernisation in postcolonial India. Nagaland with 16 different tribes, each with unique dialect and cultural practices, reflects “societies within a society”. While the outsiders may perceive Naga society as one, an insider is not oblivious of frictions between these different societies. Tensions due to inter-tribal perceptions and prejudices are matters that need to be taken more seriously. These tensions and anxieties have diverse trajectories and expressions. During pre-British era, there were instances of inter-tribal feuds about protecting one’s land and hence a survival strategy. British consolidated the diverse ethnic groups under a common identity of ‘Naga’ regardless of their intrinsic

tism, pride and honour in the hearts and minds of every true Naga seemed to have remained dormant for many years. However, with the signing of the so-called Framework Agreement on 3rd August 2015, the spirit of Naga Independence seemed to have been brought alive again. For once, the realization of the Naga political aspirations seemed so near (and yet so far). The signing of this Framework Agreement made headlines in all the national TV channels across India and for once many were made to believe that a solution to the decades-old Naga political issue was indeed round the corner. Some have already started to label the 3rd August Agreement as a historic one but I feel it is too early to call it a historic one. Only time will tell if the so-called Framework Agreement will be a historic one or not. But one thing is clear. The signing of the 3rd August Agreement has given a new impetus to the political aspirations and freedom movement of the Nagas. When India is already acknowledging that the Naga issue is a political issue which needs a political solution, it is a clear indication that the voices and aspirations of the Nagas are not grounded on myths and fables. When India has realized that it cannot bring solution to the Indo-Naga problem through its military might, it clearly indicates signs of maturity on the Indian side. When India recognizes the history and situation of the Nagas as unique, then an amicable solution certainly should not be hard to come by. When the Indian Prime Minister is even taking pride in talking about the Nagas in a faraway place like Dubai, then indeed the Naga case is already a case to be reckoned with by one and all. Thus, by most accounts, it now seems to be clear that the political aspirations of the Nagas is undoubtedly grounded and deeply rooted on solid foundations. Only dishonest observers will say that Nagas have no right to live and exist as an inde-

pendent sovereign nation in this part of South-East Asia. So it is somewhat unfortunate that the spirit of Naga Independence declared on 14th August 1947 has not been able to have the needed impact in the hearts and minds of some Nagas past and present. But I guess all Nagas should realize and always remember that a historic event did take place in our land on 14th August some 68 years ago when some of our folks declared our independence in the most humble and touching manner imaginable. For me, it was rather touching as well as satisfying to see some old folks commemorating the hoisting of the first Naga shawl on 14th August 1947 at Razhü Pru Mission Compound to symbolize Naga aspiration for freedom, equality and liberty. On 14th August 2015, a commemorative monolith was unveiled to mark the historic hoisting that took place on 14th August 1947. Yes indeed, it is heartrending and emotional to know that an Angami shawl (Lohe) attached to a bamboo pole bought for half a rupee was used as the first Naga flag to symbolize Naga independence from colonial rule on 14th August 1947 – a day ahead of India’s independence. In the aftermath of the signing of the Framework Agreement on 3rd August 2015 came 14th August – Naga Independence Day. Of course, every year 14th August is celebrated by all Naga political groups as Independence Day. But this time there was certainly something different and undeniable about the celebration of the Naga Independence Day. Almost all Nagas know that 14th August is our Independence Day but for many it is just taken as another day in the yearly calendar without any emotions. But I saw that this year, 14th August was celebrated by many with nostalgia, hopes and prayers. And for once, 14th August seemed to have become the most important day in the Naga calendar……….. and I hope and pray that this trend continues even in the years ahead……

Inter-tribal prejudices among the Nagas

Subject Matters Subeno Kithan differences. Post-British, many remain connected through long socio-political struggles of Nagas living within Nagaland and beyond. However, today Nagas, with greater exposure to outside world and developing forward looking aspirations, seek alternatives to assert their tribal identities on the basis of the competitive strategy- to be better than the rest. This idea is instilled through gradual socialisation which in turn accentuates one’s tribal allegiance. Conflict, peace talks and political struggles for sovereignty continue even as deprivation and need for development underlie the lived reality of Naga people. When it comes to understanding Naga perception both in terms of self and others, things are not as simple as they are made to be. The same assertion of ‘self’ crafted around tribal identity is also responsible for highlighting differences between different tribes. That is, the ‘othering’ has taken place to distinguish non-tribals from tribals as well as one tribe from the other. These inter-tribal prejudices find many subtle expressions in daily interactions amongst Nagas. For instance, often simple cuisine differences are converted into stereotypes (“Unlike others our meat curry is not-watery; it is rich

and thick”); traditional attire, which celebrated unique tribal identity, often diminishes the other (“The design and colour of our mekhela is better than the other tribes.”); In fact, the shared recognition of being tribal, that mobilised resistance against outsiders, splinters into similar politics of difference within tribal groups (“That tribe is different from us, they are not to be trusted.”) What produces these prejudices? As mentioned earlier, the intertribal prejudices are products of love for one’s own tribal association, often detrimental to that of others. This attachment, bound intricately with one’s tribe, expressed by recognising similarities and differences is popularly referred to as Tribalism. Collectivism and irrationalism, Ayn Rand says, are both nature as well as cause of tribalism (In Philosophy: Who Needs it), wherein indiscriminate or uncritical allegiance to tribe produces ruptures within the fabric that holds different tribes together. In fact, Llyod Fallers, a prominent anthropologist, saw tribalism as ethnic “divisiveness” (In Paul James, Globalism, Nationalism, Tribalism: Bringing Theory Back in). And indeed we find the “ethnic divisiveness” thickening

within the Naga society wherein anxieties amongst different tribes pertaining to each other prevail. So, tribalism helped in giving a sense of security and belonging, a sense of heritage and pride, of a connected past and collective memories; but it also produced anxieties and mistrust, ruptures and rifts. If tribalism helped to bring us together, it could not contain the gaps growing on inter-tribal differences. To protect the group identity and collectivity our forefathers maintained endogamy, language etc. By retaining some of these till date different tribal groups have managed to sustain themselves. Yet, we need to ask ourselves- whether we can remain untouched with winds of changes around us, and whether we should? This is important because even the formation and continuation of ethnic group, Fredrik Barth argues, is dependent upon interaction with ‘Others’ (In Ethnic Groups and Boundaries). We need to rethink the possibilities of peaceful co-existence both by drawing on our traditional values such as that of hospitality and generosity towards people of one’s own tribe, and by adopting newer ones such as by extending the value of egalitarianism between tribes. We need to also introspect whether we are truly, as most claim, true representatives of the Christian faith we profess. If so, forgiveness, tolerance and acceptance are the ideals we are to uphold; not just “unto one’s tribe” but also ‘unto one’s neighbours’. If you are still debating whether or not we should worry about inter-tribal differences then consider this. One major fall out of these growing inter-tribal differences is lack of dialogue on critical issues that can help develop informed public consensus. Can our claims of a sovereign state for Naga people hold forth if we are not able to bridge our own divisions? Do we address these divisions now or leave them for later? Subeno Kithan teaches Anthropology and Sociology at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Guwahati. Her research interests include Anthropology of Religion, Culture and communication. She can be contacted at kithan.Subeno@gmail.com

Sojourners

ince 2011, more than 200,000 Syrians have died in the civil war. Close to 12 million — one-half of the Syrian population of 23 million — have been forced from their homes. More than four million have fled. What began as an act of civil protest has continued to expand to civil war, genocide, and mass exodus. It began as protest in response to the arrest and torture of teenagers who wrote revolutionary slogans on a school wall. Globally, according to UNHCR, one in every 122 humans is now either a refugee, internally displaced, or seeking asylum. Across the world, there are an estimated 60 million people displaced from their homes because of war and persecution — the highest displacement on record. And those who leave violence in their homelands too often become targets for robbery, boat smuggling, human trafficking, and mistreatment from border guards. As Jesus and his disciples were traveling through one town after another, his disciples debated whom among them would be the greatest and have the most important position when Jesus came into his kingdom. Jesus responded, “‘Whoever wants to be first must be last of all and servant of all.’ Then he took a little child and put it among them; and taking it in his arms, he said to them, ‘Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me.’” (Mark 9: 35b-37) Welcome is not merely receiving others. It is receiving others with gladness or delight, especially in response to a need. The reception extended to Syrian and other refugees has been varied. Years of violence in Iraq and Syria have “stretched the capacities of neighboring countries to accommodate the displaced,” according to the New York Times. Hungary in particular has been slow to allow Syrian migrants to pass through, as the nation is in the process of erecting a 110-mile long wall along its Serbian border to keep migrants out (cost: $35 million). As the European Union seeks to respond with compassion, there is a proposal of mandatory quotas for each of the 28 EU member-nations to help relocate refugees. Perhaps itself having learned a great deal about the long-term consequences of civil war, persecution, and genocide from World War II, Germany has extended the greatest welcome so far. As a result, by the end of this year, an estimated 800,000 refugees will likely request asylum in Germany. How has the United States responded to this global crisis? Thus far, the Obama administration has committed to allowing entry to 1,800 Syrian refugees this year. To date, almost 1,500 have been granted asylum. Secretary of State John Kerry is now engaged in bipartisan discussions with the Senate to design a much higher number of refugees to be given asylum. The refugee crisis has become an issue in the presidential race. While U.S. politicians are discussing what the number of spots should be, the International Rescue Committee is urging the U.S. to set aside room for 65,000. By presenting the issue of welcome in response to the disciples’ questions about who would be the greatest, Jesus emphasizes the relationship between welcome and greatness. His message: If you want to be great, you must celebrate and welcome others the most, especially those who can benefit you the least. This kind of welcome is possible only when we see God in others. I am encouraged about the possibilities offered in this moment in our nation’s history. This moment invites us to break through and tear down the walls of anti-Muslim fear that have been erected since the attack on the World Trade Center in 2001. Now, the opportunity is for us to see the faces of Syrians and other refugees as people who seek peace, people who long for home, and people who have endured the ravages of civil war. And in their faces to see God. What a sacred moment this offers us as a nation. What will we do? For many of us, the answer to that question hinges on the projected impact of mass immigration on jobs, wages, and the overall economy. Based on recent history of mass immigration, employment and wages largely remain neutral in response to waves of immigrants. For example, when the 1980 Mariel boatlift brought 125,000 Cubans to Florida, native U.S.-born workers did not lose jobs or overall economic ground. When Israel had a spike in Russian immigration in the early 1990s, the existing workforce experienced a nine percent increase in wages. Spiritually, welcome is not about economics. Nor is welcome simply about granting asylum. Welcome doesn’t end with opening our shores — that’s when it really begins. Because of the extreme anti-immigrant and antiMuslim sentiment so pervasive in today’s media, we must think not only about a governmental immigration policy. We must also think about and pray for a spiritual principle of welcome. Using my definition of welcome as “receiving others with gladness or delight,” we must begin to pray for guidance to discern any Muslim-suspicions within our own hearts and minds. Even the most Christian, liberal, and justice-seeking among us are not immune to unconscious incorporation of suspicions of others. I know this well from personal experience — from the many times in workplaces, churches, schools, retail stores, and neighborhoods that I have been met with suspicious toleration, but not welcome. This suspicious toleration was shaped by the perceptions and assumptions others had about me, because I am black, gay, female, or full-figured. No welcome. No delighted reception. And I must confess, I have not always extended welcome to everyone, either. Welcome doesn’t end with opening our shores — that’s when it really begins. Jesus invites us to our own greatness and tells us the path to that greatness is not based on our pre-judgments or assumptions about others, not based on whether we see them as our equals, and not based on our presumptions about whether they can benefit us in some way. No, the path to our greatness as individuals, faith communities, and nations is the path of welcome — receiving others with gladness and delight. In order to do so, we must recognize the face of God in all people. Ultimately, this path also leads to peace. You are welcome.

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INDIA

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Dengue outbreak: toll reaches sixteen as two more girls die New Delhi, September 17 (pti): Two girls, aged three and nine, have become the latest victims of dengue in the city, taking the death toll to 16 today in what is being billed as the worst outbreak of the vector-borne disease in the national capital in the past five years. Three-year-old Neha Mathur, a resident of Sangam Vihar area in south Delhi, died of dengue at Saket City Hospital yesterday, doctors said. The nine-yearold girl, a resident of Okhla died on September 15 at RML hospital, doctors said. According to Neha’s father Vinod Mathur, she had fever for quite some time and on September 11, he got her tested but the results were normal. “The test results were normal. But as fever did not subside, on September 15 we took her to Pt Madan Mohan Malaviya Hospital. Doctors there did not carry out any tests, just gave her drip and discharged. Around 3 AM yesterday, she developed high fever and we rushed her to Majeedia Hospital in Hamdard Nagar where again the doctors gave her injection and stabilised her. They did not admit her or did not carry out any tests,” said her father. “We brought her home, but her condition deteriorated and we took her to Saket City hospital around 11 AM where she died. She tested positive for dengue at the hospital,” said Mathur. “The patient had come with internal bleeding and died of dengue shock syndrome,” said Dr Shashishekhar Singh, senior consultant at the hospital’s Paediatrics department. According to municipal corporation officials, over 2,000 people have tested positive for the vector-borne disease. The death toll as per the official data still stands at 5.

India's big-ticket 36 Rafale deal: Stuck in negotiations

New Delhi, September 17 (iANS): Five months after India announced the deal to purchase 36 Rafale fighter jets "off the shelf" from France, much of the expectations from the big-ticket deal appears to have evaporated due to protracted negotiations that look set to continue for some more months While voices from both sides say there is hope for the deal being concluded by December this year, on the French side there is some frustration at the long-winded nature of the negotiations. The deal for purchase of the 36 Rafale jets, by Dassault Aviation, was announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Paris in April. India decided to purchase the 36 jets from Paris in a flyaway condition in a government-to-government agreement. The Indian Air Force, which badly needs to replace its aging fleet of Soviet MIG aircraft, was looking forward to the new planes. However, the offsets clause that requires 50 percent of indigenous content in big-ticket defence contracts is believed to be a stumbling block, as also the pricing. The deal is estimated at $8 billion. While Indians suffering from fever get their blood test for dengue at a fever clinic run by a government hospital in India and France are still involved in the New Delhi on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015. India's capital struggles with its worst outbreak of the dengue fever in sticky negotiations, Egypt has already welfive years. Outbreaks of the mosquito-borne disease are reported every year after the monsoon season that comed three Rafale jets into the country in runs from June to September. (AP Photo) July - five months after inking a deal for 24 of the French jets. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi inked the contract for 24 Rafales in Cairo in SriNAgAr, September 17 failed to fight dengue,” Leader going on in Delhi in 2010, but February, in an estimated $5.6 billion deal. (pti): Congress on Thursday of Opposition in Rajya Sabha the UPA government contained Qatar also inked a deal in March this year for purchase of 24 Rafale jets. alleged that the Centre and the Ghulam Nabi Azad told report- it, he said. According to reports, three twin-seat ers in Srinagar. “In 2010, when internaDelhi government have failed “There is no arrangement in tional games were going on, variant of the jet were delivered in Cairo to fight dengue, and lack of coordination between them is the the hospitals. Also, there is no there was a danger of den- on July 21. Egypt inked a deal to acquire 16 reason the disease has assumed coordination between the gov- gue. We had made a protocol two-seaters and eight single-seaters Rafale serious proportions in the na- ernments and that is why den- and the present government fighters. France is also training Egyptian gue has assumed serious pro- had to do nothing but work on pilots to fly the Rafale. tional capital. French Defence Minister Jean-Yves Le the same protocol which we “The present BJP govern- portions,” he said. Drian visited Cairo a few days after France The danger of the vector- have worked on for the past ment at the Centre, the Delhi government and the (Delhi) borne disease loomed when five years,” the former Union delivered the jets. He was to visit India on August 31 during which the deal was expectMunicipal Corporation have Commonwealth Games were Health Minister said. ed to be inked. Le Drian was in Malaysia to

Centre, Delhi govt. failed to fight dengue: Cong

hardsell the Rafale and the Mistral warship. However, he flew straight on to Europe after it became known that the negotiations were not likely to be concluded soon. The Indian defence ministry had at the time refused to confirm his visit. According to French envoy Francois Richier, the defence minister had to fly to Europe to attend a EU defence ministers meeting. Richier said France is hopeful of concluding the negotiations soon. The progress in negotiations was reviewed by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), the top acquisition body of the defence ministry, chaired by Minister Manohar Parrikar on September 1. Sources said the progress in talks between both sides was "satisfactory". According to informed sources, France is reported to be unhappy over the offset clause that requires it to invest 50% of the value of the contract in India. This clause was present in the original deal for 126 Medium Multi Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) Rafale jets. According to sources, the French may be given a "concession" in the clause and talks are on. However, a final decision is yet to be taken -- one of the reasons for the delay in the deal. Another factor is that India has asked for two air bases for the 36 jets, which France is reported to be unhappy about as it would lead to cost escalation, sources said.The French side is believed to be of the view that the Rafale should not be cheaper priced for India, as compared to the deals inked with Egypt and Qatar. The IAF is expected to be down to 32 squadrons by the end of this year - 576 fighter jets short of the 750-strong fleet required as per the IAF vision document, in case of a two-front war with Pakistan and China.At least 3 squadrons of the vintage Soviet Union-origin MiG-21 and MiG-27 single engine aircraft are scheduled to be phased out, officially by the year-end. The IAF currently has 33 combat squadrons against a sanctioned strength of 39.5, which is sought to be raised to 42.

Bihar polls: After quitting Grand Alliance, Mulayam forms Third Front Saudi Arabia withdraws diplomat luckNow, September 17 (pti): Samajwadi Party today announced its decision to contest the Bihar Assembly polls with Samajwadi Janata Dal-Democratic, NCP and National People’s Party (NPP), saying the combine will present a third alternative to the voters after NDA and the Grand Alliance. “We will contest Bihar Assembly polls with SJD-D led by former Union Minister Devendra Prasad Yadav, NCP and NPP headed by former Lok Sabha Speaker P A Sangma as Third Front alternative in Bihar,” SP National General Secretary Ram Gopal Yadav said at a joint press conference with leaders of these parties. “The coordination committee of Third Front will meet in Patna tomorrow to decide candidates for the first phase of the Bihar polls for which filing

of nominations have already started,” Devendra Yadav said. 49 Assembly seats will go to polls in the first phase on October 12 and the last date for filing of nominations for first phase is September 23. Former Rastriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Raghunath Jha, who formally joining SP at the venue of the press meet, said he left Lalu Prasad’s party as he was not getting “due respect” there. “I thank Mulayam Singh Yadav for accepting me in his party fold,” he said. Asked about the Front’s chief ministerial candidate, Ram Gopal Yadav said it has not been decided so far. About parting ways with the alliance of Lalu and Nitish Kumar (JD-U), Ram Gopal said that it was not possible for SP to merge with it and give up its identity.

“I know it was a conspiracy. Had we joined them we would have not only lost the symbol but also the party,” he said. On allegation of rival parties that he was helping BJP in Bihar by splitting of opposition votes, Ram Gopal said, “Let them make allegations. In politics, such charges are made.” Besides Jha, JD(U) MLC Munna Singh joined SP. Assembly polls in Bihar will be fought in 5 phases between October 12 and November 5 in a high-stakes battle, seen as a major popularity test for NDA spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and incumbent Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who is in alliance with RJD and Congress. Polls to the 243-seat Assembly would be held on October 12, 16, 28, November 1 and 5. Counting to votes will take place on November 8.

Restrictions on citizens’ eating habits is not correct: SC Prohibitions like meat ban in Maharashtra have to take into account the sensibilities of people involved and should be done in the spirit of tolerance and accommodation, court said. New Delhi, September 17 (pti): The Supreme Court on Thursday refused to interfere with an order staying the ban announced by the Maharashtra government on sale of meat in

Mumbai on September 17. A bench of Justices T S Thakur and Kurian Joseph said that the Bombay High Court has given extensive reasoning while staying the ban order and it was not to be interfered with when the matter was yet to be finally heard by the High Court. “There has to be the spirit of tolerance and anything should not be thrust on a particular class,” the court said while noting that the High Court court order seems to be elaborate and that compassion for animals need not be

observed only on festivals. Declining to entertain an appeal by a Jain organisation, the bench emphasised that the compassion for living creatures doesn’t have to be only on a few days but it should be for the entire year. About the ban order, the court observed that such prohibitions have to take into account the sensibilities of people involved and it has to be done in the spirit of tolerance and accommodation. Observing that the state putting sudden restrictions

on the citizens’ eating habits is not correct, the Bombay High Court had on Monday stayed the ban sought to be imposed by the state government. The ban on slaughter of animals was announced in deference to the ongoing Jain festival of Paryushan. The city’s abattoir will, however, remain shut on September 17. The court clarified that ‘the stay is not related to the request made by the government to people not to eat meat, the stay is only on the sale of meat on September 17.’

accused of raping two from India

New Delhi, September 17 (reuterS): Saudi Arabia has withdrawn the diplomat accused of repeatedly raping and torturing two Nepali maids working at his home near New Delhi, ending an awkward diplomatic incident for India. The case had caught India between Saudi Arabia, one of its largest oil suppliers, and Nepal, a small neighbour where it is battling with China for influence. India took the unusual step of naming the diplomat Majed Hassan Ashoor, the first secretary at the Saudi embassy, in a statement late on Wednesday announcing his departure. The statement said Ashoor was protected under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, which grants diplomats immunity from arrest, criminal prosecution and civil lawsuits when they are posted overseas. The incident posed a challenge for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is due to make a rare visit to Saudi Arabia later this year. At the same time he has made improving relations with neighbouring Nepal, one of his top foreign policy priorities. The Nepali women were rescued from the diplomat's apartment last week after a tip off from a human trafficking group and the Nepalese embassy. The women told police they were

Two veiled Nepali women, who told police they were raped by a Saudi official, walk outside Nepal's embassy in New Delhi on September 9. (REUTERS Photo)

gang raped, assaulted and denied water and food while being captive for several months. The women said they were raped by eight men on one occasion. Both women came from remote rural parts of Nepal and were sent to Saudi Arabia as domestic servants by human traffickers before returning to New Delhi with their employer.

The Saudi Embassy did not respond to Reuters' requests for comment. In an earlier statement, the embassy said the allegations were false. A police officer involved in the case said he is confident they will be able to track the other accused men because they have CCTV from the entrance of the apartment and will be able to track their mobile phones.

Datas of antibiotics resistance in developing countries out, figures for India are scary New Delhi, September 17 (ie):Researchers at the Center for Disease Dynamics, Economics & Policy (CDDEP) have released new data documenting alarming rates of bacteria resistant to lastresort antibiotics that can lead to life-threatening infections across the world. Though wealthy countries still use far more antibiotics per capita, high rates in the low and middle-income countries like India, Kenya and Vietnam for which surveillance data is now available sounds a warning to the world. In India, 57 per cent of the infections caused by Klebsiella pneumoniae, a dangerous superbug found in hospitals, were found to be resistant to one type of last-resort drug in 2014, up from 29 per cent in 2008. In comparison, these drugs, known as carbapenems, are still effective against

Klebsiellainfections in 90 per cent of cases in the United States and over 95 per cent of cases in most of Europe. The findings were released via CDDEP’s ResistanceMap, an interactive online tool that allows users to track the latest global trends in drug resistance in 39 countries, and antibiotic use in 69 countries. It includes infections caused by 12 common and potentially deadly bacteria, including Escherichia coli (E. coli), Salmonella, and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). This is the first time data from a significant number of developing countries have been brought together publicly. CDDEP also issued the first report to look comprehensively at the current state of global antibiotic use and drug resistance in humans, livestock and the

environment. The report, The State of the World’s Antibiotics 2015, lays out six strategies that belong in every national plan to halt the spread of resistance. Authors say antibiotic stewardship is the key component of that action, and they challenge the frequently-cited notion that the problem with antibiotic resistance is a lack of new drugs in the antibiotic pipeline. Between 2000 and 2010, total global antibiotic consumption grew by more than 30 per cent, from approximately 50 billion to 70 billion standard units, based on data from 71 countries, including most high-population countries. Per capita consumption is generally higher in highincome countries, but the greatest increase in antibiotic use between 2000 and 2010 was in LMICs, where use continues to rise.

Carbapenems are considered last-resort antibiotics, used for infections that are resistant to first, second and even third line antibiotics. New findings indicate that Klebsiella pneumonia resistance to last resort antibiotic class carbanpenems was 57 per cent in India in 2014, up from 29 per cent. In Europe this number is less than 5 per cent. In India, this is a very dangerous trend, because Klebsiella resistance to a variety of drugs is high. The super bug found in hospitals is around 80 percent resistance to the drug class third generation cephalosporins, 73 per cent resistant to fluoroquinolones, and 63 percent to aminoglycosides. “For four of five drug classes tested, Klebsiella was more than 60 percent resistant in India,” Dr Ramanan Laxminarayan, CDDEP Director and re-

port co-author, when contacted in New Delhi told The Indian Express. This new data provides global trends in drug resistance in 39 countries and antibiotic use in 69 countries and documented alarming rates of bacteria resistant to last-resort antibiotics that can lead to life-threatening infections across the world. It includes infections caused by 12 common and potentially deadly bacteria, including Escherichia coli (E. coli), Salmonella, and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). This is the first time data from a significant number of developing countries have been brought together publicly. E. coli resistance is high and rising for many drug types and in many world regions, according to ResistanceMap. But compared to all other coun-

tries, India has the highest rates of resistance to nearly every drug used to treat it; strains of E. coli are more than 80 per cent resistant to three different classes of drugs, meaning treatment options are becoming increasingly limited. “Carbapenem antibiotics are for use in the most dire circumstances— when someone’s life is in danger and no other drug will cure the infection,” said Sumanth Gandra, a CDDEP resident scholar in New Delhi. ResistanceMap also tracks rates of antibiotic use, and findings indicate that both human and animal antibiotic use is rising dramatically in middleincome countries—particularly China, India, Brazil and South Africa. In many countries, antibiotics are easily purchased in pharmacies and shops without prescription. “A rampant rise in an-

tibiotic use poses a major threat to public health, especially when there’s no oversight on appropriate prescribing,” said Laxminarayan. “Antibiotic use drives antibiotic resistance.” ResistanceMap’s data come from a variety of sources, from small private laboratories in India to large datasets from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, covering 30 countries. ResistanceMap, supported by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, says limiting overuse and misuse of antibiotics are the only sustainable solutions. “India is represented by data from SRL, a large private laboratory network from 2008 to 2014. This network includes 5,700 collection centers in 26 of India’s 29 states and two of seven Union Territories.

The collection centers include private hospitals (tertiary care, secondary care) and diagnostic laboratories; samples are also collected in patients’ home. Efforts are underway to expand the ResistanceMap network to include other large private laboratories and both private and public hospitals in India, Dr Ramanan said. In order to to strengthen the surveillance of antimicrobial surveillance in the country, the Indian Council for Medical Research, has been tracking resistance pattern of six pathogens causing diarrhoea, typhoid, fungal infections and infections that patients acquire in hospitals and ICUs. It has set up six nodal centres in four hospitals at PGI, Chandigarh, Christian Medical College, Vellore and one each at AIIMS, New Delhi and JIPMER in Pondicherry.

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China’s island airstrips to heighten South China Sea underwater rivalry HONG KONG, September 17 (re uterS): China’s apparent construction of a third airstrip on its man-made islands in the disputed South China Sea could fill a gap in Beijing’s anti-submarine defences, complicating operations for the U.S. Navy and its allies, Chinese and Western experts said. While most attention has been on the power projection China would get from its new islands in the Spratly archipelago, China could also use them to hunt rival submarines in and beyond the strategic waterway, they said. Possessing three airstrips more than 1,400 km (870 miles) from the Chinese mainland would enable Beijing to extend the reach of Y-9 surveillance planes and Ka28 helicopters that are being re-equipped to track submarines, the experts added. A Pentagon report in May noted China lacked a robust anti-submarine warfare capability off its coastline and in deep water. Strengthened anti-submarine capabilities could also help China protect the movements of its Jinclass submarines, capable of carrying nuclear-armed ballistic missiles and which are at the core of China’s nuclear deterrence strategy, said Zhang Baohui, a mainland security special-

and other detection equipment carried aboard its Y-9 patrol planes and Ka-28 helicopters. China was also expected to put detection devices on the seabed around the new islands, creating “an electronic gateway”, he added.

Chinese dredging vessels are purportedly seen in the waters around Mischief Reef in the disputed Spratly Islands in this still image from video taken by a P-8A Poseidon surveillance aircraft provided by the United States Navy May 21, 2015. (REUTERS File Photo)

ist at Hong Kong’s Lingnan University. “That would provide greater security for China’s nuclear submarines to survive ... and if necessary to execute their orders in wartime,” Zhang told Reuters. “They would be safer than in open oceans where China cannot provide adequate support.” The artificial islands, built on seven reefs over the last two years, will be high on the agenda when Chinese President Xi Jinping has talks with President Barack Obama in Washington next week. Washington

has criticised the reclamation and construction. China, increasingly confident about its military firepower, has repeatedly stressed it has “indisputable sovereignty” over the entire Spratlys, saying the islands would be used for civilian and undefined military purposes. Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday said “necessary” construction work would improve conditions on the islands.

show construction is almost finished on a 3,000-metre-long (10,000foot) airstrip on Fiery Cross Reef. Recent images showed Subi Reef would also have a 3,000-metre airstrip, Greg Poling, director of the Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative at the Center for Strategic and International Studies think tank in Washington, said on Monday. Poling, citing images taken last week, said China also appeared to be doing TRIANGLE OF AIR- preparatory work for an airSTRIPS strip on Mischief Reef. Satellite photographs Together, the three is-

Air pollution could kill 6.6 million people a year by 2050 LONDON, September 17 (reuterS): Air contaminated with pollutants such as ozone and tiny particles could cause the premature death of about 6.6 million people a year by 2050 if nothing is done to improve air quality, scientists warned on Wednesday. In a study published in the journal Nature, they found that outdoor air pollution already kills about 3.3 million people a year worldwide. The majority of those deaths are in Asia where residential energy emissions, such as those from heating and cooking, have a major impact. And that toll could double over the next 35 years, the researchers warned, unless clean-up measures are taken. “This is an astounding number,” said Jos Lelieveld of the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry in Germany, who led the research. “In some counties air pollution is actually a leading cause of death, and in many countries it is a major issue.” Air pollution deaths are most commonly from heart disease, strokes or a lung disease called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is also linked to deaths from lung cancer and acute respiratory infections. Calculating the health and mortality effects of outdoor air pollution on a global scale is not easy, partly because air quality is not monitored in every region and the toxicity of particles varies depending on their source. So for this study, Lelieveld’s team combined a global atmospheric chemistry model with population data and health statistics to estimate the relative contribution of different kinds of outdoor air pollution, mainly from so-called fine particulate matter, to premature deaths. Their results show that in India and China, for example, emissions from heating and cooking, have the largest death toll, while in much of the United States and a few other countries, emissions from traffic and power generation are crucial. In the eastern United States and in Europe, Russia and East Asia, agricultural emissions are the biggest source of the kind of fine particulate matter that gets into people’s lungs, causing illness, disability and death. Oliver Wild, an atmospheric scientist at Britain’s Lancaster University, said the study “really brings home the need for air quality controls”, particularly in heavily populated parts of Asia.

UN: Millions of children’s lives saved as malaria deaths plunge LONDON, September 17 (reuterS): Rates of death from malaria have plunged by 60 percent in the past 15 years, meaning more than 6 million lives have been saved - the vast majority of them African children, United Nations agencies said on Thursday. In a joint World Health Organisation (WHO)-UNICEF report, experts also said that a crucial Millennium Development Goal to halt and begin to reverse the incidence of malaria by 2015 has been met “convincingly”, with new cases of the parasitic mosquito-borne disease down by 37 percent since 2000. WHO Director-General Margaret Chan hailed it as “one of the great public health success stories of the past 15 years”. “It’s a sign that our strategies are on target and that we can beat this ancient killer,” she said in a statement. The report found an increasing number of countries on the verge of eliminating malaria. In 2014, 13 countries reported zero cases and six had fewer than 10 cases. Yet despite enormous progress, malaria remains an acute problem in some regions, the report said. This year alone, there have been an estimated 214 million new cases of malaria, with around 438,000 deaths. “Malaria kills mostly young children, especially those living in the poorest and most remote places. So the best way to celebrate global progress...is to recommit ourselves to reaching and treating them,” said UNICEF Executive Director Anthony Lake. “We know how to prevent and treat malaria. Since we can do it, we must.” A study by the Malaria Atlas Project at Britain’s Oxford University found that “by far the most important intervention” in reducing malaria cases and deaths has been the use of insecticide-treated bednets (ITNs), around a billion of which have been distributed in Africa since 2000. Some 68 percent of malaria cases prevented since 2000 were stopped by ITNs, while anti-malarial drugs called Artemisinin-based combination therapies and indoor spraying accounted for 22 percent and 10 percent of cases prevented, according to the study published in the journal Nature on Wednesday. The United Nations now has a new goal for malaria control -to cut the numbers of new cases and deaths by a further 90 percent by 2030. The WHO-UNICEF report said that annual funding for the anti-malaria campaign will need to triple, from $2.7 billion now to $8.7 billion in 2030, to meet that goal.

lands form a rough triangle in the heart of the Spratlys, where the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Brunei and Taiwan all have competing claims. While a noisy and relatively shallow operating environment for submarines, the South China Sea has several deep water channels giving access to the Indian and Pacific oceans. Asked if Washington was concerned the airstrips would enhance China’s anti-submarine capabilities, a Pentagon spokesman, Commander Bill Urban,

said the United States was monitoring events in the South China Sea. In a speech on Wednesday, U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter said the United States would “fly, sail, and operate wherever international law allows”. “Turning an underwater rock into an airfield simply does not afford the rights of sovereignty or permit restrictions on international air or maritime transit,” Carter told a U.S. Air Force conference. One mainland-based naval analyst said China was trying to improve sonar

NUCLEAR DETERRENCE Zhang has previously said ballistic missile submarines are more important for China’s nuclear deterrent than other powers given Beijing’s policy, dating back to the 1960s, of only using nuclear weapons if attacked with them first. This means China’s land-based weapons would be vulnerable to a first strike if Beijing stuck to its “no first use” policy in a conflict. Chinese media and international military blogs this year have shown photographs of Jin-class submarines operating from a naval base on Hainan Island off southern China. It’s unclear if they have been armed with longrange JL-2 nuclear ballistic missiles. The Pentagon report said four Jin-class submarines were operational, with a fifth expected to be added. “China will likely conduct its first (submarine)

nuclear deterrence patrol sometime in 2015,” the report said. The importance of that deterrence means China is likely to eventually impose an Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ) over part of the South China Sea, security experts say, mirroring its declaration of such a zone over the East China Sea in late 2013. In a return to Cold War-style cat-and-mouse operations undersea, rival submarines were already trying to track each other, said Western and Asian naval officers with experience of anti-submarine warfare. They said the United States would be trying to identify and track individual Chinese submarines, just as it stalked then-Soviet Union missile submarines across the Pacific and Atlantic oceans during the Cold War. Japan’s ultra-quiet diesel-electric submarines were also increasingly active while, over time, Vietnam’s emerging fleet of advanced Russian-built Kilo-class submarines would be another headache for China. “We’re looking at them, and now increasingly they are looking at us,” one retired Asian-based naval officer said of China’s growing undersea operations.

Obama to take tough but tempered line with Xi Over 100 killed in South WASHINGtON/beIJING, September 17 (reuterS): China’s economic powerhouse is slowing, destabilising global markets. Beijing’s neighbours, unnerved over its pursuit of territorial claims, are increasingly cozying up to Washington. A threat of U.S. cyber sanctions looms over Chinese companies. It might seem an ideal time for U.S. President Barack Obama to take advantage of Beijing’s troubles and get tough when he hosts Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a state visit on Sept. 25. Obama is expected to press Xi on issues that have strained relations between the two countries, but his approach will be tempered because for better or worse the world’s two biggest economies are inextricably bound together. That will mean a difficult balancing act for Obama. He is under pressure to send a strong message to Xi over cyber spying, Chinese economic policies and South China Sea disputes, but he does not want to upend a summit that could set the tone for relations for his last 16 months in office.

“The test for Obama is whether he can leave this very important relationship in better shape than he found it,” a senior U.S. diplomat said. “And the jury is still out.” Critics have said that Obama’s strategy of alternately prodding and cajoling China to play by international rules has yielded little but defiance from Beijing. Calls for a harder line have echoed from Congress to Republicans campaigning for the 2016 presidential election. On Wednesday, Obama sought to dispel any notion that he would be soft on Xi. Speaking to members of the Business Roundtable, Obama warned of “countervailing actions” if China persisted in cyber espionage, said it must not wield protectionism like a “Third World country” and urged China to stop “pushing around” its smaller neighbours. At the same time, with nationalistic sentiment rising at home, Xi can ill afford the appearance of an economically weakened China making concessions to America. “As long as Xi shows he defends China’s interests and does not sur-

render to U.S. pressure it will be perceived as successful (domestically),” said Jia Qingguo, dean of the School of International Studies at Peking University and an adviser to the Communist government. NARROWING THE GAPS No policy breakthroughs are likely during Xi’s U.S. trip, which is due to begin with meetings with high-tech executives in Seattle early next week and end with a speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Sept. 28. The best hope is to narrow some gaps and stress more modest achievements, U.S. and Chinese sources have said. Those could include progress towards a bilateral investment treaty, building on the countries’ climate change commitments and new rules to cut the risk of confrontation in the Asia-Pacific region. A senior U.S. official insisted that Obama would not shy away from areas of disagreement. “We’re not going to pull any punches,” the official said, adding, “When we can’t narrow differences (we can) at least manage them effectively.”

Sudan oil tanker explosion

JubA, September 17 (reuterS): More than 100 people were killed in South Sudan when an oil truck exploded as a crowd tried to gather fuel from the vehicle after it had veered off the road, a regional official said on Thursday, a day after the incident. In addition to those killed in Wednesday’s blast, Charles Kisagna, the minister of information in Western Equatoria, said about 50 people were seriously injured. “We don’t have medical equipment and these people may not survive because we do not have the facilities to treat the highly burnt people,” he told Reuters, adding the truck had been travelling from the capital Juba to the Western Equatoria area. Such incidents have happened before in the east African region where fuel tankers often have to travel long distances along potholed roads and pass through poor communities. There are almost no tarmac roads in South Sudan, one of Africa’s poorest nations, which has been mired in conflict since December 2013. Rebels and the government signed a peace deal in August, although the ceasefire has already been violated. Presidential spokesman Ateny Wek Ateny said Wednesday’s incident was not related to the conflict. “This was an accident,” he said.

Powerful quake ripples through Chile SANtIAGO, September 17 (reuterS): Strong aftershocks rippled through Chile on Thursday after a magnitude 8.3 earthquake that killed at least eight people and slammed powerful waves into coastal towns, forcing more than a million people from their homes. The government ordered evacuations from coastal areas after the powerful quake hit on Wednesday evening, seeking to avoid a repeat of a quake disaster in 2010 when authorities were slow to warn of a tsunami that killed hundreds. As the risk subsided, the government lifted its tsunami warning on Thursday morning. The quake and heavy waves afterward caused flooding in coastal towns, damaged buildings and knocked out power in the worst hit areas of central Chile. It shook buildings in the capital city of Santiago about 280 km (175 miles) to the south. The port of Coquimbo suffered major damage in the quake, which was the strongest in the world this year, Interior Minister Jorge Burgos told a news conference. The city was hit by waves of up to waves of up to 4.5 meters (15 feet) after the earthquake, Chile’s navy said. President Michelle Bachelet said she planned to travel to the areas worst affected by the quake, the biggest to hit the country since 2010. Chile is the world’s top copper producer and operations were suspended at two big copper mines as a precaution, sending prices on the London Metal Exchange to two-month highs in early Asian trading on concern over disruptions to supplies. Prices dipped again after there were no initial reports

of damage to mines after daybreak. State copper miner Codelco said it was keeping operations at its Andina mine suspended, but it had restarted operations at its Ventanas smelter. Both Codelco and Antofagasta, which halted operations at its Los Pelambres copper mine, said they were now carrying out inspections but they did not have any reports so far of damage. Los Pelambres is the closest major mine to the quake epicenter. The quake was felt as far away as Buenos Aires in Argentina. Tsunami advisories were issued for parts of South America, Hawaii, California and French Polynesia, although waves were generally expected to be small. As far away as New Zealand, authorities warned of “unusually strong currents” and urged residents in eastern coastal areas to stay out of the water and off beaches. AFTERSHOCKS FELT Dozens of strong aftershocks continued to rattle central Chile, a largely agricultural region south of the mining belt, on Thursday. In the city of Illapel, near the epicenter of Wednesday’s quake, a 26-year-old woman was killed by a collapsing wall. Another person died from a heart attack in Santiago, according to media reports. Most buildings in Illapel had stayed standing, residents said. Quake-prone Chile has strict building regulations that limit potential damage, so newer buildings are able to withstand even strong quakes. Many homes in Illapel and surrounding areas are simple, adobe houses and are more prone to damage.

People walk to higher ground for safety, in Valparaiso city September 16, after a mass evacuation of the entire coastline during a tsunami alert after a magnitude 8.3 earthquake hit off the coast of Chile on Wednesday. (REUTERS Photo)

The brunt of the damage was borne by coastal areas such as Coquimbo where houses and fishing-boats were smashed by waves. “We’re going through a really grave situation with the tsunami.”said Coquimbo Mayor Cristian Galleguillos. Chile is due to celebrate its national holiday on Friday, but roads were cut off and public transport canceled between Santiago and the north, local media reported. The quake is the latest natural disaster to roil mining in Chile, which accounts for a third of global copper output. Northern Chile was hit by severe floods earlier this year, while

a volcanic eruption caused problems for residents in the south. In the hours after that quake, President Bachelet and other government officials misjudged the extent of damage and declined offers of international aid. That delayed the flow of assistance to disaster areas, leaving many survivors feeling they had been abandoned by the government. Bachelet’s government was also slow to prevent looting following the quake. Its failings hit her high approval ratings at the end of her presidential term, although she remained popular and was elected again in 2013.

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friDAY 18•09•2015

THE MORUNG EXPRESS

“The Right Struggle” RAPPORTEURS ANALYSIS OF THE ACAUT ORGANISED

e the Nagas are living in a crucial time now. The hour has come for us where we are faced with two options: either to receive money and bury our history forever or to wisely choose and live freely as Nagas. Dear nationalists, politicians, and leaders of organisations, the destiny of our nation for freedom or bondage lies in your decisions and actions. This is the time for us to call out for heavenly wisdom. In our struggle for freedom it is not only disunity that will devoid us but also it can be through other means. We are standing at the doors of Integrity and Money. We have to overcome our wants for the sake of freedom at large, for Faith is greater than money. Don’t lose Faith and Integrity for money! It is through Christ and in his wisdom along our society will prosper. God allows and gives time for transformation and freedom. Among the many, there are only few who can stand and lead in spite of the struggles, oppositions, and hardships. We should learn how to appreciate them; like ACAUT, Naga Hoho, Naga Mother Association, and other organisations as such. Historically, India has exploited the Naga rights to live freely as a distinct race of people. Without realising this exploitation, many Nagas are often involved in the benefits that are gained by injustices. Their vision has often been coloured by the one-sided views that they never assumed of our race, region, and nationality background. For such reason of ignorance, the whole pending issues of Sovereignty cannot be drastically changed by the blink of an eye. We have failed to see our future; our impatience has made us rude, restless and unwise for solution which indeed has prolonged the issue. Our goals have been narrowed down by varieties of organisations. We need a new response in the Naga national movement today, and those who believe in non intervention are wrong. A True Naga would mean participation in the struggle to fight against this injustice. One reason why we are still in chains and bondage of disunity is because our theoretical speeches and practical living are in contrast with each other. We talk of getting rights which are selfish in nature. We talk of forgiveness when we ourselves are not willing to forgive others. We talk of peace when we ourselves are not at peace with others. We talk of sovereignty however we have not live like one. We Nagas keep on talking, but talks alone won’t work when we don’t put our heads and hearts together for the cause. The younger generation are finding hard to track the footprint of nationalism; all we see and know about nationalism as factions, tax, extortions, threatening and killing. We have talked enough of solution without a formula. Dear Nagas, let us come together. Forming Organisations have created disunity rather than unity where leaders are competing among themselves. The truth is hidden and people are being misled. It is high time for us to understand, reflect, and never to make the same mistake again. Although India colonised us politically, true sovereignty is within us. Unless we forgive, unless we approach, unless we remove our –ism, unless we listen, and unless we speak and share the same voice; we will be in bondage not only of India but also of ourselves. We cannot think of the future at the cost of the weak, to suppress and kill those who oppose us, to rule by might and power among us. I dream of a future Naga Nation where people live freely from fear and –ism. Time has come for us now to decide; it’s a matter of forgiving, and marching together to gain sovereignty or to never talk about it if we are unable to forgive and unite together. Guide us dear patriotic leaders; so that we have a future, so that our land is not lost, so that we are not the lost people! Kerio Wetsah, ETC, Jorhat

What is your Identity?

s I was preparing a talk on the life lesson of Jonah, the opening lines of the book caught my attention. It reads, “The word of the Lord came to Jonah, son of Amittai…” I mused, it could have just stated, “The word of the Lord came to Jonah and then continued on…”but the Scripture minutely mention his dad’s name. The phrase that gripped my mind was that of Jonah’s identity as Amittai’s son. He carries an image of his family’s root that cannot be erased. He was recognised by his family line. He was not merely carrying a self but a people and a lineage. Our society is also one such that our roots to our tribes and clans are deep-seated. One person commits the act of rape, stealing, killing, black business and so on. The next thing to follow is predictable: “Whose son or daughter is he/she? What tribe does he/she belong to? Where does he/she reside?”Although, these are valid questions being asked or enquired by one and all, the denouncement sometimes reach to the extreme edge where the whole tribe’s name are being dragged into or epithet with. The tribe of the accused hush up in shame. So why can’t we just blame or judge the person and not the family or the tribe?” But sadly, that’s impossible because we are an offshoot of our progeny. Another Naga succeeds in his/her endeavours, the laurels and accolades are not circumscribed to the individual but to all the kinfolks. This fact remains. No matter how insignificant you think you are, you represent the people you originate. Your interrelation with other communities as individuals reveals the identity of your tribe. The walls of tribalism will crumble down once we begin to eliminate the negative attitude of trying to pick out the speck in someone’s eye shaving the conscious of a log of wood in our own eyes. Instead of microscoping the sins of others, we must begin to appreciate the noble qualities of each communities. Unity is possible so long as we are ready to embrace it. However, if we are continually in the habit of biting and devouring one another, beware that we do not consume one another. I vividly recall the times spent in my theological training at Bangalore. People perceive us as a group of Nagas and never as this/ that tribe. Unity is much prevalent. But the sad fact is that some have misrepresented our real ethics and culture to the outsiders. They are not hesitant to label us, “Nagas-amorally loose community, lasses so cheap.” You would say, that’s not fair but the datum remains because of some who doesn’t represent the Nagas well. As is written in the Scriptures, “God’s name is blasphemed among the pagans because of you,” may be the right word to address here. Nonetheless, even if we point fingers now, two wrongs do not make a right. Therefore, our concern is not to those bad images but to paint a new portrait of who we really are. Yes, in the ancient days, people perceive us as head hunters but now it’s a different story with the dawn of Christianity. Now we are not merely representing Nagas but Christ. Therefore, it is imperative that we live our life by truly setting forth a clear picture of what Christ’s follower should correspond. Dr. Ravi Zacharias in his book, “Can Man live without God,” recounts a story of a village where Christianity was not welcomed because of the atrocities committed by the so-called Christian radicals. This religious fanatics, in the name of the Almighty depicting the banner of the cross vow to kill if they would not abide by their laws. A man named Chekov lost all his family because they refused to acknowledge their threats. The village was torn by death and dearth. Years later, a missionary pass by that village and preached to them. Chekov strongly countered, “I have nothing to do with your Christianity,” giving a gazillions of argument why he rejected Christ to which the missionary wisely answered, “Suppose a man wore your coat and killed a stranger and your coat stained with blood was taken as an evidence for the soldiers to arrest you. The soldiers are at your door claiming that you are the murderer because it’s your coat…” “I know what you are trying to get at,” replied the man irritably. The missionary left him but would return time and again to help the villagers in rebuilding their homes showing them Christ’s love until one day the man knelt down, tears rolling down his face uttered, “You wear his coat very well.”The man could not refute the missionary’s life well-preached. None of our rhetoric or argument in the podium or our voices in the air will have an impact until and unless we begin to wear the true identity which we have found in Christ. Can people say of us, “You do wear his coat well!” Vebu Khamo, Kohima Bible College.

“COMMON PLATFORM” ON 12th SEPTEMBER 2015

I. Questions from Concerned Public on the Common Platform. 1. Why did NAGA Hoho and NSF opposed this common platform and why NPMHR are silent on the 3rd August “Peace Accord” 2. Is here a difference between “Framework Agreement” and “Peace Accord”? or are they one and the same thing? Kindly throw some light in the context of its associated concept in relation to the Naga Political Problem/Issue 3. Framework agreement is another stone in building the tower of Babel. Let us make this the final Accord with all on board. Sovereignty not Possible, Integration not possible. Then what is the next best thing to make it a stepping stone. 4. Why are the people of Nagaland accepting NAGA HOHO, NSF, NMA when there is no eastern Nagaland Peoples Organisation representation? Without 100% percent representation of all Naga, No organisation has the mandate of the people to speak for Naga, for that matter, Nagas of Nagaland. 5. Every 14th August all the NPG of Nagaland consisting of 7 to 8 different factions celebrate Independence day. But why it is so difficult for them to unite and fight for one Naga Independence. Let the 7 or 8 Naga NPg’s divide Nagaland into 7 or 8 different regions as per their choice and let them rule without disturbing one another. Only then the general public may get some peace. 6. What is the best that can be done if the GoI and the NSCN IM bring about a solution acceptable to both parties and the general Naga Public but which is rejected by certain NPG’s 7. Nagas should ask what Govt. of India have already promised to the Nagas. ie. Sixth (6) point of the Nine point agreement 1947. Bring back our land that once belonged to the Nagas. 8. What do you suggest we do practically as a starter to get our people to consciously unite and truly understand this is their future where they have to have a stake? How do we have the voices heard if they are not willing to open up. 9. We may write for RTI to the GoI about the Accord between GoI and IM. RTI about 6th round of talks between FGN and GoI. 10. Peace Accord is for bringing lasting peace and bringing the conflicting parties together. If then, why did NSCN IM signed the Accord when there was rift and discord between NSCN K and Govt. of India. 11. When Nagas have already a national Government called Federal Govt. of Nagaland (FGN), why do we need another government. 12. What is your suggestion on the current Civil Apex organisations about being the voice of the people by actually speaking to the people whose future they are about to decide? Do they think Nagas have no ability to think for themselves and that selecting them means they don’t have to hear what people have to say? How will you suggest they remove this wrong notion of ultimate power they seem to assume by disallowing society to hear and share 13. Why are the “Groups” so afraid or against ACAUT’s call for a public meeting on “Peaceful Settlement.” 14. What is the agreement that have been signed between the GOI and the NSCN IM? 15. Please give your personal suggestion about settling the Naga Imbroglio in a definite manner. 16. Will it not be good to have one Apex Naga NGO to take any decision on behalf of the Nagas? 17. Can there be a common platform where all the NPG’s can come and have an interaction. 18. Does civil society exist in Nagaland? 19. We understand and we have studied in schools that Nagaland has 16 tribes and 4 indigenous tribes. In 1951 when the plebiscite took place, it only had the 16 tribes of Nagaland? Now when we speak of Naga issue and inclusiveness of all other Nagas from different parts of the state and country, and the possibility of PAN Naga then what is going to happen to the people of Nagaland? What is going to happen to the future of Nagaland? Why are the people of Nagaland silent on this issue? 20. Under the compelling political situation, the onus seems to be on the 16 tribes of Nagaland and this demands the unity of the 16 tribes. A case in point, with Eastern Nagaland demanding Frontier Nagaland. Besides the questions concerning praxis, it only leads to further fragmentation coming in the way of peace and unity. Are Nagas of Nagaland willing to shed the narrow differences and unite? 21. Is signing the “Peace Accord” between GoI and NSCN IM compromising the article 371 (A) granted to Nagaland? Is our mineral resources being compromised? 22. In their opinion, what could be the possible solution for establishing horizontal approach of Naga Peace Accord for a permanent solution. 23. When there is conflict why GOI is signing Peace accord with NSCN IM. Why are the other insurgent groups not included in the scheme of things. 24. Do you think that the offering of an olive branch to other NPG’s by NSCN-IM ‘now’ is genuine or out of compulsion only? 25. In the past reconcialiation among the NPG’s only means ‘not to fight for or kill amongst themselves for a certain period of time’. However this time around the NSCN-IM’s change of tone shows they mean business or just a lip service? 26. The August 3rd Peace Accord was hurriedly signed due to the ill health of Isak Swu. Do you think NSCNIM compromised certain points to get it signed while Isak is still alive? Does it mean that unless Isak Swu signed the paper, there are certain points Nagas of Nagaland will not accept? 27. If the terms in the Frame work agreement are ‘inclusive’ for all Nagas why is there lack of transparency? Will it be acceptable to every Naga? Is PANNaga Hoho only a text book theory or viable? Will it realistically work? 28. Has the idea of ‘shared sovereignty’ betrayed the Naga plebiscite of 1951? 29. Socialism and democracy cannot co-exist. What the Naga polulace desire today is democracy. Do you think the NSCN-IM (Including other NPG’s) will make a transition to honor peoples desire anytime soon

II. Views and Opinions of the Panelists 1. Dr. Visier Sanyu Meyasetsu, President, Naga Overseas Association • NSCM-IM must be honest, inclusive and follow a democratic process. • On integration: Make no mistake; there is no greater Nagaland or smaller Nagaland but one Nagaland. We won’t take an inch of Assam or Meitei land. But Naga ancestral land belongs to the Nagas and to no

one else. • ‘Nagalim’ is given by one faction. In order to legitimise the name, all the other groups must approve. If they cannot agree, we must go for a referendum. I am not against the name Nagalim but the right democratic process must take place. • ‘Nationhood’ does not have to be all or nothing. There are many constitutional arrangements where high autonomy has allowed a nation to pursue many of its national goals while remaining part of a larger sovereign state. Scotland in UK is one good example of a people who have a strong sense of National identity, and enjoy a large measure of political independence while remaining part of Britain. • A successful negotiation between the Naga and the Indian Government should not be viewed as the end of the Naga journey toward nationhood, but as the beginning of a new, peaceful, political and cultural process. A new Naga mindset can assist the process. • We can look beyond old colonial boundaries and draw strength from an emerging vision of Naga National identity that is rooted in our traditional homelands but has spread to encompass Nagas across the world. 2. Rev. Tsuisem A. Shishak, Founder and Principal Emeritus, Patkai Christian College • Nagas learning to live together in unity should be a special concern even in todays meeting. • At a time when the Nagas are demanding their Godgiven right for sovereignty as well as the physical integration of the forcibly-separated contiguous Naga territories, we see the Nagas internally divided and split into various opposing political groups sapping their energy and resources in their power struggle with each other instead of forming a united national government to achieve Naga sovereignty. • The ‘Framework agreement’ between the GoI and NSCN-IM is yet to be worked out. The Naga public are to be participants in the detailed discussions, directly or indirectly. Based on partial and conflicting information, some individuals and groups have already endorsed the Accord while others remain critical and sceptical. And others remain noncommittal until they see the full text of the Accord. The whole text of the original peace accord should be printed for the widest circulation possible so that the Naga public and study and react objectively for the purpose of formulating a common consensus on the final Accord with the GoI. • There is perhaps something new and good in the current Acord package. We have nothing to lose by welcoming the Peace Accord, for that matter any Accord by any Naga group. While closely examining its contents in order that all the National groups and the Naga public together will have a role in deciding what’s best for the Nagas as a whole. I urge the Nagas to give NSCN-IM the benefit of doubt though I do have my own disagreements. The merits, acceptance, rejection, modifications must come only after thorough examination and deliberations on the framework 3. Rev. Dr. V.K. Nuh • This deeply rooted problem has existed for more than 60 years. If you do not talk towards a solution to your problem today, it will only carry on to the next generation. • The Naga movement is not for the political, intellectual or the elites. It is for everyone right from the grassroots level including the villagers to make it a strong people’s movement. • Peace cannot be imposed and if NPG’s cannot come together then something is seriously wrong. • Can we trust the sincerity and honesty of our leaders • If you want to frame your future go back to the history/past • Unless sovereignty is achieved, Nagas cannot be one and unless we recouncile with God we will be like wanderers in the desert. • We should be careful that history does not repeat itself. We have an immense opportunity at hand to resolve the Naga political issue and we made a mistake in the beginning where the National workers were not consulted for the creation of Nagaland. 4. Rev. Dr. Mazie Nakhro, Director, Mission Facilitator, US • If NSCN IM cannot bring Sovereignty then there are two appeals i) Let the accord be used only as a stepping stone in our journey towards the process of Naga aspiration ii) Do not put a closure to the story of Naga Nationalism and put a stop to it. Do not give up the Naga dream before they die • Our story is Gods given right, our story is based on truth. • We want to be proud of you, (NSCN-IM) we are hoping that you will not disappoint us by your short sightedness. • No high hope from GoI on Naga political issue because they don’t really understand our uniqueness and our right to self determination 5. Khekiye K Sema, IAS (Retd) • Why is Framework Agreement hidden from the people which is meant for the people. • How can one say that it is good or bad without knowing the contents? Or how can even one accept the Framework Agreement. • An endorsement by the NGO that had been enforced without asking the people to know and deliberate is not right. • If physical integration cannot be done, than what kind of a PAN Naga confederation is being arranged? • We may trust GoI but they have to recognise that NSCN-IM do not represent the whole of the Nagas • For sincerity from GoI about the Naga political problem, it can be defined by what we do for ourselves. If we stand as one, our voices will be heard and that the plebiscite of 1951 is a possibility even today. • Traditional method of consultation and consensus of the people is the need of the hour with regards to the framework agreement. • We need to start a dialogue and discuss from the village level and bring out one unified voice. If we do that even India will listen to our voice 6. Niketu Iralu, Peace Activist • Common platform is something which the NAGA HOHO NSF should have done. I think they have done a disservice to themselves, to the public, and the NSCN-IM. I doubt NSCN IM has told them to tell the Nagas not to come here • I do not doubt the effort of the NSCN-IM, but what is baffling is that the framework is not revealed. • There is problem with NCSN-IM consultation process. If India cannot agree to sovereignty, then NSCN-IM must sit down with all the national workers first and work out honestly the terms for negotiations with GoI for a peaceful settlement. Even now I wish that they sent a special invitation to all of them.

• Whatever settlement comes, public should demand that there will be no more violence in the process of settlement between GoI and NSCN IM. • We need to help one another for the good of our society and to do the right thing. We need to become matured in our approach and be responsible people and give up our selfishness. These responsible traits should become part of our normal living and normal thinking. III. Rapporteurs Views & Concerns • In all honesty we should not see the common platform as a rebellion against anyone but as a platform to air our views opinion and express towards the impending issues faced by us. • The 60 MLA’s have ‘endorsed’ the frame work agreement on the condition that they will step down provided the framework brings an honourable and acceptable solution? Now what do they mean by honourable and acceptable? • We need to be very clear on our stand as to whether the Framework Agreement is for ‘Nagaland’ or ‘Nagalim’? It is also disturbing as to why ‘NAGALIM’ is referred for beneficiary purpose and ‘NAGALAND’ for sacrificial issues • Is the Naga Political issue a peoples movement or NPG’s movement? Naga movement has always been common men and grassroots movement but by the hijacking of the elites/politicians has undermined the movement itself. Where do civil leaders and politicians stand? • Under the compelling and contentious circumstances, the process of the current peace accord is questionable. • What were the Apex bodies afraid of? It is baffling because at this juncture the public need such discourses more often in order to disrupt an elitist culture being raised. • What is stinking in the deal that people cannot be informed? • It was said that the contents on the framework agreement will be made open in a week or so after the signing on3rd August. But so far nothing has been made known to the public. We cannot afford to wait any longer and it is not too early to deliberate up but rather very late. • The apex organisations seem to think that they can just dictate without hearing the public with the power they hold. • ACAUT did what they should have done in the first place, brought a discussion to the people. It is actually quite amusing to think that Apex organisations were so upset and asking people not to attend when such discourse should have been done by them. In reality what one can conclude is that they know even less, or they have been promised certain things or even threatened or were just being arrogant that it was not them who organised it. • The sad thing about Nagas today is that we are too lazy to even move out of our seat to see for oneself what is right and what is wrong and just wait for virtual updates. What if constant propaganda is fed to you? • We hope that more such platforms are organised by the so called leaders who should have done in the first place and not waited for ACAUT. • Who cares about ACAUT and their stand at this juncture. People need to know that this is not about themselves but Naga people. • Why are the Indian leaders and signatories having conflicting stands? Why is the accord kept in wraps from the people whose future is being discussed? Why can some skeletal idea not be shared with the people. What are the Nagas being asked to give up? Shouldn’t they know? • The mandated society selected leaders who should hear the rumblings and consult at the different levels should then only represent as a consensus voice. This is disrespect for the common people. They may want to say and have a representation. • We cannot tolerate arbitrary decision and no one can dictate the terms where the whole of the Nagas is at stake? When have they taken a single consultation with the people they claim to represent. • I hope sanity and wisdom prevail and WE Nagas do not sell our souls in the process of a short term glory. • People need not come to the streets. There are many means of garnering opinions and sharing. The point is to share in public what is being decided, give people time to mull over it, have them share opinions if they have any and then decide. Do not keep people in the dark about the so called framework Agreement under the guise of Peace Accord. That is all people are saying. • Unless we are ruled by dictator, we believe we are still given the freedom to reject what you do not accept or agree, regardless of who imposes it. That is why discourse at different levels and a hierarchical or vertical growth from the bottom up is needed so a shared consensus becomes accepted as chances to air differences and similarities are opened. But that has not been done. A publication in an open forum or media, followed by discussions and agreements at each level must then be brought forth, we are not talking of a small matter but the future of generations, the freedom and resource of our future. • Common Platform, in all honesty cannot be seen as a rebellion against anybody. It is a platform that many of us were looking to hear and share as we are kept in the dark of what is currently happening. It was great to have respected panellists coming together to share their concerns. Where would people like me or you otherwise ever have an opportunity to hear and share when many of the Apex Organisations are now run by people mostly with self interests and very little consideration for the well being of the Nagas. They must be thinking that we don’t see the bigger picture, but it would be naive on anyone’s part to even assume the people who do not have a role in such organisations have no vision or no understanding. We do, we live it everyday. Team Rapporteurs, (Commom Platform Organised by ACAUT) 1. Dr. Hesheto Y. Chishi 2. K. Lun Tungnung 3. Peter Rutsa 4. Colo Mero 5. Kethoseno Meyase 6. Vihepu Yeptho 7. Renponi 8. Inato Shikhu 9. Mefutiba 10. Susan Lotha 11. Lima Tali 12. Rozelle Mero 13. Nechute Duolo 14. Rev. Dr. C.P. Anto 15. Dr. Asangba Tzüdir

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Friday 18•09•2015

Green Day to release Documentary

reen Day is set to release a documentary, "Heart Like a Hand Grenade", on the making of its 2004 hit album American Idiot. The rock band - consisting of Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, Jason White and Tre Cool - has created a behind-the-scenes look at the making of its 2004 album American Idiot.

splurges 250,000 pounds for motorbike

ollywood superstar Brad Pitt has splashed out 250,000 pounds on a World War Two Nazi motorbike. Pitt, 51, bought the bike from a collector at auction, reported Female First. The star, who became obsessed with wartime relics after starring in “Fury”, has splurged on a 1942 three-wheeled vehicle that was used by a German reconnaissance unit and was used to travel across mountains and

across deserts in Crete. The bike was sold by Nazis in 1945 at a local auction and later ended up in the hands of an Athenian bike collector named Yannis, who is now selling the “collectors piece” to the Hollywood hunk. “There are only around 500 of these bikes worldwide so they are collectors pieces like paintings and go up in value all the time. It’s a way for wealthy people to invest their money and

also enjoy their hobby,” Yannis said. “Even the parts are expensive if they are original. I had to replace a small piece of metal on this bike and it cost me 1500 pounds.” It is not the first time the “Fight Club” actor has purchased pricey rides; he already owns around 10 different bikes and even bought eldest son Maddox,14, a Suzuki DRZ-125 for his 11th birthday as he wants his kids to enjoy biking around their home.

Hulk Hogan dreams of WWe return

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ulk Hogan is desperate to return to WWE to make amends. The legendary wrestler, who was forced to resign in July after a controversial audio clip leaked of him using a racial slur in a 2007 sex tape, dreams of returning to the ring and salvaging his legacy. The 62-year-old star said: ''This business has been my life. It's been my heartbeat. I want to be 80 years old and still connected to this business. It's all I've ever known. I dream about wrestling. I watch it over and over again. So for my whole life to be taken away from me? Like I never existed? Like Hulk Hogan's never been a wrestler? I just can't believe everything I worked for my whole life is gone.'' Hogan, whose first marriage was falling apart when he was secretly recorded making the comment, admits he was in a dark place at the time and hopes people will eventually forgive him for making a mistake. He told Sports Illustrated's Extra Mustard: ''Yes, I said it. I'm accountable for it, and I'm so sorry. But the real people who know me, they know I'm not a racist. I've got a lot of support from the AfricanAmerican community.

Most people know who I am, and I'm just so sorry I was in a situation where I was venting and I was mad. ''I don't use the word, ever, except for in that moment of anger, so I wish WWE went to the source instead of the symptoms. I could have explained I've tried every day since then to be a better man. ''A lot of people make mistakes. If we were all judged by our weakest moment, it would be a sad world.'' The star is disappointed he never got the chance to apologise or discuss the incident with WWE Chairman and CEO Vince Mcmahon directly. He said: ''The only place for me to be would be the WWE. That's where my home is. I thought I'd go step-by-step, crawling uphill with WWE, to explain how wrong I was, but that opportunity wasn't there. ''I'd love to sit down and

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next album in works: KeitH ricHarDs

he Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has revealed the rock band has definite plans to record its next work, which will follow 2005 studio album “A Bigger Bang”. The Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards has revealed the rock band has definite plans to record its next work, which will follow 2005 studio album “A Bigger Bang”. The 71-year-old rocker said they will head to the studio for the new record after touring South America in early 2016, reported Aceshowbiz. “I was in London last week and the boys and I got together. And there are now definite plans to record… (A new album) looks closer. Don’t know where, don’t

connect with Vince. If I had a chance to work with Vince and help people, we could help fix a lot of things together.''

"This film does not contain high drama or fighting. It shows a band on top of their game creating incredible music. It is a film that inspires. It is also a very small film," a statement on the band's website reads. "Heart Like a Hand Grenade' has been directed by John Rocker, who spent nine months recording the band members while

they made the comeback album. The documentary will also feature a never-seen-before concert after Rocker was let loose with his camera while the band performed the album tracks in a theatre. "After the recording was finished they booked a small theatre and performed the album in its entirety, which is included in the film (Fun fact!

"This was 11 years ago folks and the camera phone was not invented so this is the only way you can see this legendary concert!) This movie is like a fly-on-the-wall art house piece. It is the first time Green Day allowed someone into the studio to film them." "Heart Like a Hand Grenade" is set for release on October 15, 2015.

cademy-award winning actress Julia Roberts says her stage appearance on pop star Taylor Swift's 1989 tour was not planned. The 47-year-old Pretty Woman star surprised the singer's fans when she danced around the stage with Joan Baez in Santa Clara, California, reported Entertainment Weekly. When asked if it was planned, Roberts said, "No! Oh my God, I would have washed my hair if it had been planned. I was wearing a ponytail, leggings, and tennis shoes." The actress said she had taken her three children to see the show and met the Wildest Dreams hitmaker backstage, who invited Roberts to join her on stage. "They (the kids) had never been to a concert before and they were big fans. She (Swift) said, 'Would you mind coming on stage during the song and dancing?'" Roberts said she remembers asking her children what they thought of the proposition. "'Oh, Mom you have to do it! My youngest son said, 'Only do it if you want to, Mommy.' It was so sweet... "It was one of those crazy, outof-body moments. I can't tell you anything that happened from the moment I came on stage. I was so nervous," she said.

Priyanka Chopra, Monica Dogra to compete at 2015 Europe Music Awards

ctor-singer Priyanka Chopra, Monica Dogra of Shaa'ir and Func fame and three other Indian artists have been nominated by VH1 at the 2015 Europe Music Awards under the Best India Act category, which falls under the Worldwide Act category. The Worldwide Act is a global category where the best talent is picked from across continents. Fans decide the best

winning talent from among all the nominees through votes, read a statement. The other Indian acts to be nominated for the award are Indus Creed, Your Chin and The Ska Vengers. Fans can vote for their favourite act on MTV EMA's website and for social media voting, they must tweet/post both #MTVEMA #EmasOnVh1 AND #Nominate(artist name) for their vote to

be counted. Fans can cast their votes till October 14. In the next stage of voting, the local winner under Best India Act goes head to head with winners from regions across the world to become one of the six Worldwide Act winners. The Worldwide Act winners will be announced on the 2015 Europe Music Awards show, which will be aired on VH1 in October.

Jungle VIPs Are tHe JunGle BooK trailer These Particularly Ferocious The law of the jungle prevails, 'as old and as true as the sky,' and man cub Mowgli learns to survive in the first trailer of Disney's live-action version of The Jungle Book. Beware, this is not the jungle so familiar from the 1967 animated version. For starters, King Louie may be a 'jungle VIP' but he's certainly no 'King of the Swingers' here. The other VIPs are equally ferocious - especially villainous tiger Shere Khan, black panther Bagheera and the python

Kaa, whose is the only voice we hear in the trailer, courtesy Scarlett Johansson. "I know who you are and I know where you

come from," Kaa whispers sibilantly to Mowgli, played by young actor Neel Sethi. The other voices - none heard here - are provided by

Idris Elba for Shere Khan, Bill Murray for the bear Baloo, Ben Kingsley for Bagheera, Lupita Nyong'o for the wolf Raksha and Christopher Walken for King Louie. The Jon Favreau-directed film, an adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's classic books, releases on April 15, 2016. Warner Bros has its own version of the movie - Andy Serkis' Jungle Book: Origins, starring Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch and Christian Bale - which will hit theatres in 2017.

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Lee Min Ho wins lawsuit against cosmetic company know when yet … We had a little chat. We were just saying, ‘We gotta get in the studio right? Right?’ ‘That’s agreed. Okay, boys, that’s agreed.’ Where, when – (we) scratch our heads,” Richards said. The “Trouble” musician added there are chances of them taking up the project before the year ends. “I would say off the top of my head after the South American tour in February. But you never know. We might try to get into the studio before Christmas. I think that’s sort of doubtful, with Christmas being Christmas, all that build up. But at the same time, it’s definitely in the works.” The new album will be the band’s first since their 2005 album “A Bigger Bang”.

ee Min Ho recently won his lawsuit against one of the companies that have been using his name and face without authorization. The actor's legal team won a lawsuit against the makers of the Lee Min Ho Mayu Pack, which reportedly illegally used his image in the drama "Faith: The Great Doctor." Because the facemasks were selling well in China, the company was attempting to find investors. The actor's agency, Starhaus Entertainment filed an injunction to protect itself from any secondary investment damages. After the court ruling, Starhaus released a statement. "According to the decision made by the Seoul

Central Court, Lee Min Ho's name has been used to sell products that weren't signed for with the company. There-

fore it is illegal and the companies have been banned from selling these products." The agency explained that they had no idea what was in the products and worried might hurt someone who bought them based solely on the image of Lee Min Ho. As the actor has had a global contract with the cosmetic brand Innisfree for the last six years, the agency stated that he could not possibly have signed a contract with another cosmetics company. Lee Min Ho has been known for a while as the "sellout king," meaning that anything he models or endorses sells out very quickly. He has modeled for the outdoor brand Eider for five years. There's a good reason

companies might want to place his image on products sold in China. The Hallyu star has over 280 million followers on his Chinese SNS. LG Electronics chose Lee Min Ho as their model for targeting customers in China. Samsonite, the bag brand chose the actor to represent their Red Line Global model. According to the Korean media outlet Top Star news, after Samsonite signed Lee, their profits increased by 40 percent. According to the media outlet hancinema.com, the actor also sued other Chinese cosmetic companies for selling products that use his image without permission. Lee, who had his first film role in "Gangnam Blues," can soon be seen in the film "Bounty Hunters."

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Giroud shown red as Gunners lose ZAgREB, SEPTEMBER 17 (AgENcIES): Arsenal had Olivier Giroud sent off as they suffered a 2-1 defeat at Dinamo Zagreb to get their Champions League campaign off to the worst possible start. The Gunners went behind in the 24th minute after Josip Pirovic's shot bounced off David Ospina onto Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and into the back of the net to give the hosts the advantage in the Group F clash. Arsenal's night became even tougher when Giroud, booked earlier in the first half for dissent, was shown a second yellow card after a late challenge on Ivo Pinto in the 40th minute.

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DAY 2 MATCHES RESULTS Dinamo Zagreb dou- Ist Match: Yhome FC Kohima beat Phezhu Boys Club Jotsoma 4-0 bled their lead after the 2nd Match: 10th NAP (IR) XI beat break when Junior FerICFAI University nandes took advantage of FC Dimapur 5-4 vie tie break poor Arsenal defending to beat Laurent Koscielny at 3rd match: Sechii-Zubza Youth Org the near post and head past beat Naga Boys Club (Ist batch) 5-1 4th Match: Country Boys FC beat Ospina. Billy Graham FC Kohima Substitute Theo Walcott by 4-3 through tie breaker pulled a goal back for the visitors with 11 minutes reDAY 3 MATCHES maining but it proved only 18 SEPTEMBER to be a consolation as Arsenal became the first English Ist Match (9:30 AM): FC Lenlem Kohima vs Get Them Go Kohima side to taste defeat against 2nd Match (11:00 AM): Laii Youth Dinamo Zagreb at the Staand Students org Manipur Vs dion Maksimir. Zodiac FC Thekhuba The Gunners will hope to get back to winning ways 3rd match: (12:30 PM): Forerunner 4th NAP Bn vs New Market B in Europe when Olympiakos, who lost 3-0 at home 4th Match (2:00 PM): The Tribal FC Kohima vs Kohima College to Bayern Munich, are the visitors to the Emirates Stadium on September 29. A match in progress at the ongoing NSF Martyr’s Trophy in Kohima on Thursday, September 17.

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RoME, SEPTEMBER 17 (REUTERS): Alessandro Florenzi scored an extraordinary goal from a seemingly impossible position on the right touchline, nearly 50 metres from goal, to give AS Roma a 1-1 draw against Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday. Florenzi raced down the touchline and was just inside the Barcelona half when he spotted MarcAndre ter Stegen off his line and unleashed a looping effort which flew over the Barca goalkeeper's head and into the net off the far post. Ter Stegen ran back desperately, then appeared to stop thinking that the ball would go out only to see it land in the goal in the 31st minute of the Group E game. Luis Suarez had headed Barcelona in front 10 minutes earlier as they began the defence of their title. As expected, Barcelona, whose coach Luis Enrique was returning to the club he coached for one season, dominated posses-

AS Roma's Alessandro Florenzi celebrates after scoring against Barcelona's during their Champions League Group E stage match at the Olympic stadium in Rome, Italy , September 16. (REUTERS)

sion and the Roma crowd was often strangely silent as the visitors stroked the ball around in midfield. But Roma had clearly learned the lessons from the 7-1 home defeat to Bayern Munich just under way year ago and managed to keep the visitors down to a handful of scoring chances. Lionel Messi, making his 100th Champions League appearance, and Suarez both had early

chances before Barcelona prised open the Roma defence in the 21st minute. Jeremy Mathieu floated a long ball over the defence which set Ivan Rakitic clear on the right and the Croat's cross was headed in by Suarez at point-blank range. Barcelona were threatening to over-run the hosts when Roma right-back Florenzi brought the house down with his spectacular effort. Barcelona also had the

better of the second half although, with Neymar failing to spark, they created few real chances until Messi hit the bar with 12 minutes left. Barcelona almost won it in stoppage time but Jordi Alba's flicked effort was cleared off the line by a Roma defender. "We played a complete game and we deserved a better result. We had the game under control," said Luis Enrique.

Chelsea forget domestic woes to see off Maccabi LoNDoN, SEPTEMBER 17 (REUTERS): Chelsea forgot their Premier League woes and got their Champions League campaign off to a flying start with a 4-0 thrashing of Israeli champions Maccabi Tel Aviv in their opening Group G match at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday. Despite Eden Hazard blazing an early penalty high over the bar, Chelsea scored twice in the first half with Willian finding the net with a 30-metre free kick after 15 minutes and Oscar scoring from their second penalty with the last kick of the opening 45 minutes. Diego Costa, who replaced Willian after the Brazilian was injured after 20 minutes, brilliantly volleyed in Chelsea's third after 58 minutes with Cesc Fabregas finishing off a breakaway for the fourth after 78. Chelsea manager Jose

Mourinho had not seen his team win since Aug. 23 with two successive league defeats in their last two matches but he told reporters afterwards: "I forgot what it was like to win, so it's a good feeling. "The penalty we missed was a big test for us. When you start a game you have to win and after five minutes you miss a penalty, it is an extra negative episode and our reaction was very good. I am very happy with the performance." Maccabi, back in the competition proper for the first time in over a decade after coming through the qualifiers, went close through skipper Eran Zahavi and Nosakhare Igiebor, but Chelsea, 17th in the Premier League with one win from five matches, were never seriously troubled and could have scored seven or eight.

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ZURIch, SEPTEMBER 17 (IANS): Switzerland Federal Office of Justice (FOJ) approved on Thursday the extradition to the US of an Uruguayan football official accused of taking bribes. Eugenio Figueredo was one of seven officials with world football's governing body FIFA who were arrested in Zurich on May 27. He was then held in custody pending extradition. He is accused of receiving bribes worth millions

of dollars relating to Copa America tournaments, Switzerland's Federal Office of Justice said. He is also alleged to have acquired US citizenship fraudulently by submitting forged medical reports in 2005 and 2006. He has 30 days to appeal to the Swiss Federal Criminal Court against the ruling on his extradition to the US. "In its extradition ruling, the FOJ concluded that all of the conditions for extradition are fulfilled. Specifi-

cally, the facts laid down in the US extradition request are also punishable under Swiss law (the principle of dual criminality)," FOJ said a statement on Thursday. "According to the request, by accepting bribes for the award of sports marketing contracts, Figueredo massively influenced the competitive situation and distorted the market for media rights in connection with the Copa America." "Other sports marketing companies were placed at a

disadvantage, and the affected football federations were prevented from negotiating more favourable marketing agreements." The statement added: "In Switzerland, such conduct would be deemed unfair practices under the Federal Act on Unfair Competition. The allegation that Figueredo used forged medical reports as part of citizenship proceedings would also be punishable under the Swiss Criminal Code as document forgery."

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Raul's Real scoring record in Ronaldo's sights

MADRID, SEPTEMBER 17 (REUTERS): Cristiano Ronaldo can overtake Raul as Real Madrid's all-time top scorer when Granada visit the Bernabeu in La Liga on Saturday and the Portugal captain will have needed fewer than half as many matches to do it. Former Spain striker Raul, now with New York Cosmos, netted 323 goals in 741 appearances for the world's richest club, while Ronaldo's hat-trick in Tuesday's 4-0 Champions League victory at home to Shakhtar Donetsk took his tally to a jaw-dropping 321 in just 304 matches. The 30-year-old FIFA Ballon d'Or holder's treble at the Bernabeu came hot on the heels of his five-goal haul at Espanyol last weekend and Real have rattled in 15 goals without reply in their last three outings. "I know Cristiano Ronaldo's value and perfor-

mance level," Real coach Rafa Benitez told a news conference after the Shakhtar game. "He is the best in the world and is showing that in games and every training session." Ronaldo hit five goals in a match for the first time when Real hammered Granada 9-1 at the Bernabeu last season and Granada midfielder Ruben Rochina is expecting another rough ride despite Benitez missing several regulars due to injury. James Ro-

driguez, Gareth Bale and Sergio Ramos are all unavailable but Rochina said the depth of Real's squad means the trio will not be missed too much. "We know they are one of the best teams in the world and if one player is not there then there will be another who will also perform well," he told Spanish radio on Wednesday. Champions Barcelona, who host Levante on Sunday, could be without Rafinha for the rest of the

season after the Brazil midfielder damaged a cruciate ligament in his right knee in Wednesday's 1-1 Champions League draw at AS Roma. The younger brother of Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara, Rafinha will undergo surgery in the next few days, Barca said on their website (www.fcbarcelona.es) on Thursday. He had only been on the pitch a few minutes when he was injured by a robust tackle from Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan. Atletico Madrid visit Eibar and Valencia host promoted Real Betis on Saturday and Sevilla host Celta Vigo on Sunday. Atletico and Sevilla enjoyed convincing Champions League wins on Tuesday, while Valencia's return to Europe's elite club competition after a two-year absence was spoiled when they lost 3-2 at home to Zenit St Petersburg on Wednesday.

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CTSU inter school meet

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 17 (MExN): The Chumukedima Town Students' Union (CTSU) will be organising its Inter School Meet 2015 from September 22 to 26. Liremo Lotha, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Dimapur, Nagaland and Sanuo Ngullie, President, Nagaland State BJP Mahila Morcha will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour respectively at 1st NAP Bn Ground, Chumukedima.

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MokokchUNg| SEPTEMBER 17 (MExN): The first Inter-college sports meet kick started today at Imkongmeren Sports complex, Mokokchung with four participating college: Fazl Ali College, Tuli College, People’s College and Jubilee Memorial College. Imlitoshi Walling,

Principal People’s college who was the guest of honour at the inaugural function said that the sports meet was a great platform for students of all colleges to gather under one platform and that the meet was a history in the making. He congratulated the student union of all college

for the hardship they have put in making the sports meet possible. He further encouraged the students to enjoy the meet and to interact and intermingle with one another. The students from the four colleges are participating in football, volleyball and cricket for both boys and girls respec-

tively. The sports meet will conclude on September 18. Photo caption: Students of Fazl Ali College, Tuli College, People’s College and Jubilee Memorial college during the inaugural function of the First Inter-College Sports meet at Imkongmeren Sports Complex, Mokokchung.

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 17 (MExN): Leo Club of Dimapur is organising its 28th Leo Inter School Table Tennis Tournament previously known as SRS Memorial table tennis tournament on October 3 and 4. Forms are available and can also be submitted at RP Printers, GS Road, opposite Mayur Hotel and K. Awomi Trading, GS Road, opposite YES Bank. The last date of form submission is September 26. Interested parties may contact Dishant Sethi, Chairman at 8794374980 or Sanjay Jaiswal, President at 9615193320. This was informed in press note from Ankit Paharia, PRO, Leo Club Dimapur.

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