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The North East Christian University (NECU) is ready to take off by 2017. Chancellor of the to-be NECU, Rev. Dr. L. Anjo Keikung, also the former general secretary of the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) said this while speaking at the Naga Missionary Conference on September 18. A platform for Christian higher education, NECU will be set up at Medziphema in Nagaland in 2017, he informed. The search is currently on to fill the posts of senior officials.

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): Expressing dismay over the decision of the Government of India (GoI) to ban NSCN (K) for five years, the Nagaland Peace Centre (NPC) has termed it a “negation to the declared policy to safeguard the political right and desire for peaceful solution.” “In reality it is empty, unfruitful and embarrassing for those who have worked for peace and are constantly striving to meet the leaders of NSCN (K) for a positive settlement,” NPC chairman N Theyo stated in a press note on Saturday. The NPC maintained that Nagas have suffered for many years with the economy badly affected and the ban on NSCN (K) was only an indication that the GoI rely on forces for military solution. While pointing out that dialogue for peaceful solution needs to be exercised to contain the armed wing of NSCN (K) organization for a peaceful political settlement, NPC said the efforts of Naga civil societies in meeting the NSCN (K) leaders for resumption of ceasefire, peace and political talks have been put in jeopardy.

Businessman allege vehicle seized for inability to pay tax

in this september 2015 photo, a syrian refugee holding a baby in a lifetube swims towards the shore after their dinghy deflated some 100m away before reaching the Greek island of Lesbos. Of the record total of 432,761 refugees and migrants making the perilous journey across the Mediterranean to Europe so far this year, an estimated 309,000 people had arrived by sea in Greece, the International Organization for Migration (IMO) said. About half of those crossing the Mediterranean are Syrians fleeing civil war, according to the United Nations refugee agency. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis

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NSCN (K) ban has put peace on jeopardy: NPC

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): A goods delivery vehicle (Tata mobile) belonging to a prominent Naga entrepreneur in Dimapur was allegedly taken away by personnel belonging to the NSCN (IM). The vehicle was reportedly ‘seized’ by the personnel of NSCN (IM) at around 11 am in the morning of September 19 from Walford area, Dimapur, a press note received in this connection informed. According to FIR lodged at East Police station in this connection, inability to pay tax to the said group is suspected to be the motive behind the action. The business community and social groups are contemplating on the action to be taken, the press note further added.

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37 stolen vehicles worth 2.59 crores recovered in 7 months

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“Education was brought to the Nagas for the first time by missionaries. Assamese literature also came for the first time through missionaries. Yet, no university has been established here in the past 175 years,” said Rev. Anjo, highlighting that scholars came together under the Council of Baptist Churches North East India (CBCNEI) and thought of NECU, and NBCC agreed to host the University. North East India is strategically located, he said, between giants that house 2/3rd of the world population. The region is surrounded by major religions of the world but it is Christi-

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): A clear indication that rampant automobile theft has become one of the common property-related crimes in Nagaland State, the Anti-Vehicle Theft Squad, Kohima Police within a span of seven months time recovered 37 stolen vehicles worth Rs 2.59 crores from Kohima district. Altogether 32 persons have been arrested in this connection, Kohima police through its PRO Atu Zumvu revealed in a statement today. The anti-vehicle theft squad was constituted on March 19, 2015 under the direct administrative control of SDPO Kohima to prevent, detect and investigate all types of vehicle theft cases. Kohima police said the recovered vehicles comprised of 2 trucks, 1 mini bus, 5 Mahindra boleros, 4 Mahindra pick-ups, 4 Mahindra scorpios, 1 Tata mobile, 2 Tata sumo, 1 tata safari, 1 Ashok Leyland pickup, 2 Maruti 800, 1 Maruti Swift Dezire, 1 Maruti Wagon R, 1 Maruti Zen, 1 Honda City, 1 Maruti Alto, 1 Hyundai Santro, 1 Maruti Van and 7 motorcycles. Out of 37 stolen vehicles which have been recovered by the team, 15 vehicles has been already released to the rightful owner as per the order of Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kohima while the remaining 19 vehicles which were reported stolen as per the NCRB database are still in custody and awaiting reports and clearance from other State law enforcing agencies for claim and taking over of the stolen vehicles. While vowing to continue its efforts to check and recover stolen vehicles, Kohima police has also requested all the vehicle owners to take necessary precautions and inform the police at the earliest possible time in case of any vehicle theft.

anity that was brought here “by God’s design.” The North East “will soon become the most strategic place in Asia,” said Rev. Anjo, especially when the region opens up. “We need to be prepared. We need professionals— doctors, engineers, teachers—who have Christ in them, who can then go out and proclaim god!” he stressed. The region, he maintained, will be left out without mission work. NECU will help define “how we send Modus operandi of vehicle lifters out missionaries to the world” after Shedding light on the modus operandi parting higher education—teaching of vehicle lifters which emerged during inabout everything with the “salvation vestigation, Kohima police said car thieves message of Christ.” usually keep watch over the targeted ve-

hicle for some time and monitor the activities of its owner. Once they get an opportunity, the vehicle can be stolen within a short span of 5 to 10 minutes. The police also enlightened that for a thief, there is nothing like a car since it is self propelled and fully equipped for a fast gateway and covering a distance of at least 40-50 kilometer per hour irrespective of the road conditions in the State.

Where the stolen vehicles goes

According to Kohima police, the cars stolen from one State are usually sold in another State to unsuspecting buyers. Cross selling across States is making things difficult for the law enforcement agency to track the stolen cars, police said. Further, forged registration papers, supporting documents and a fake registration number are not difficult to procure in the State. Often, used car dealers work hand in glove with car thieves, who frequently operate as part of a larger gang. In other cases, these cars are dismantled and individual parts are sold in the open market. Stolen cars are also being used in crimes and then abandoned, the police revealed.

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Advisory for vehicle owners

In order to avoid legal complications in future, an individual or group intending to buy pre-owned vehicles are advised in the interest of public service to verify the records of the vehicle(s) and get an N.O.C from Police Commissioner Office or from the District S.P’s office before purchase of second hand vehicle(s), the police has advised. Taking reference of the recent recoveries of stolen vehicles, Kohima Police has also urged all vehicle owners to gear up and take due precautionary measures to protect their own vehicle(s) against theft by using Anti-theft equipment that works even through there might be no such thing as “theft-proof car.”

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Naga Missionary Conference After 3 weeks, power finally restored in Mkg charts journey of missionaries Morung Express news

Mokokchung | September 19

Concludes with a desire for a ‘Shared Vision’ between missionaries and churches Morung Express news Dimapur | September 19

Given the choice, most of us would migrate to cosmopolitan cities with everything a modern lifestyle has to offer. A rare breed of Naga people—missionaries preaching the Bible—have, however, chosen0 to live in shadows of governance around the world and the Indian subcontinent. Revealing their stories at the recently concluded Naga Missionary Conference at Thilixu Baptist Church, Naga missionaries talked about experiences of reaching places where roads, electricity, drinking water have not yet reached. These citizens are choosing compassion over career and low wage hard work over not working at all. One young woman in Jharkhand braves the heat and persistent mosquitoes to work with the Santhal people, learning their language and customs meticulously. Another woman in Gunthur in Andhra Pradesh works with the heat and the outcaste in a saree and a smile. A young man in the hills of Assam found no water, healthcare or electricity when he first went to his “mission field” 11 years ago. Loneliness became persistent in the life of an older missionary. Salaries remained dim. In UP, one was almost killed by activists of another religion. Being in China means having to face the consistent prospect of arrest. In Sudan, war and refugees means an omnipresent struggle to keep positive. It is their spirituality in Christ, and the desire to bring his value-based preaching to the people, that keeps missionaries going for years. Sometimes it brings comfort to those around them; at other times, it backfires. Nonetheless, it makes a strong case against the capitalist truism that altruism is dead. The Naga Missionary Conference organised by the Nagaland Missions Movement (NMM) from September 16-18 here brought these perspectives to fore.

former general secretary of Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) and former director of NMM, in his greetings to the congregation on the last day of the Conference. While stating that though the “Baptist system” with independent churches is best suited for the Nagas, he noted that mission work is being done in a “blind boxing” style, adopting haywire methods. Asserting that big churches should not compare themselves to small churches in the number of missionaries they send, he said that NMM has come up with a “new system” for mission work, and that local churches should work with NMM. Money, resources and support, he held, can only come from the local churches but NMM can provide training, strategies and coordination—“mission is a comprehensive term,” he reminded, entailing development, education, healing etc to “win people to Christ.”

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In order to make these activities possible, however, a ‘shared vision’ is necessary. “The commission lives through Naga churches, missionaries and a shared vision,” said Rev. Santiago (Sonny) Lagardo, International Director of Ethnos Asia, Bangkok, Thailand, speaking on the theme of the Conference on September 18. As difficulties mount, it will be difficult for Naga missions to keep compassion for people at the core of their work in other regions. Yet, without compassion, there is no mission work. This must become part of a ‘shared vision’ of missionaries and churches. “A shared vision is a force in people’s heart that creates common identity and a sense of purpose with people,” said Rev. Sonny. “We must connect missionaries and churches to have a shared vision; to allow them to work together and experiment.” Mission work is commonly discarded as the “last option” for many who join the movement they call Christianity. Friends persist for missionaries to return and take up fancier jobs as church leaders. Mission work can be a lonely walk, but an exhilarating one as well. By sharing experiences and ideas, the Naga Missionary ConferCoordination and strategy ence sent the Naga missionaries back “You are our heroes, but sometimes with a renewed sense of purpose, while suppressed and oppressed in the field,” bringing required introspection to Naga acknowledged Rev. Dr. L. Anjo Keikung, churches.

After reeling under unprecedented power crisis that stretched for more than three weeks after the main power transformer got damaged on August 26 last, electricity transmission was restored in Mokokchung town on Saturday morning. Sources at the power department revealed that they started the transmission on Friday night on ‘trial basis’ and resumed the ‘normal transmission like before’ Saturday morning. It may be recalled that major parts of Mokokchung town and some neighbouring villages including the

whole of Asetkong Range faced severe power outage for 25 days after the main 5MVA power transformer at the Mokokchung town power substation got damaged due to ‘multiple reasons’. Meanwhile, when inquired if the consumers were likely to be compensated by the power department as per the provisions of the Nagaland Electricity Regulatory Commission’s guidelines, officers of the department refused to make any official statement immediately but assured that they would refer to and analyse the NERC guidelines. Mention may be made that the NERC guidelines provides for a ‘Guaranteed standards of perfor-

mance and compensation to consumers in case of default’. This provision of the NERC, among other things, provides for ‘Compensation payable to affected consumers in case of violation of standards’ whereby in the case of “distribution transformer failure”, the “guaranteed standard maximum time limit for rendering service” for cities and towns is stated to be ‘within 48 hours’. The ‘compensation’ in this scenario is stated to be “Rs 20/- per consumer/day for delay beyond one day to maximum Rs 100/- per consumer.” The same guideline also provides similar provisions for rural areas and remote areas.

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Civil secretariat bypass, Kisama exit route to be completed by November our Correspondent Kohima | September 19

The bypass road to reconnect the Civil Secretariat area and the new exit route from Heritage village, Kisama to National Highway- 29, which are under construction, is likely to be completed latest by November this year. This was informed by Minister for Roads & Bridges, Y Vikheho Swu who inspected the ongoing construction works on Saturday. While expressing satisfaction over the fast progress of the ongoing works, Swu noted that Kisama exit route, which will link NH29 after crossing Phesama village towards Kohima would greatly ease the traffic congestion. An amount of Rs 2 crore has been earmarked for

Minister Y Vikheho Swu and Parliamentary Secretary Khriehu Liezietsu along with R&B officials and Phesama villagers inspecting the Kisama exit road cutting on september 19. (Morung Photo)

Kisama exit route earth cutting while Rs 1 crore is currently invested on the ongoing work for a bypass road at Sanuorü, near Working Women’s Hostel Secretariat road. The road construction work is being executed by a group of Phesama villagers. Due to the unstable land condition, black-topping works would be carried out only after the soil becomes stable for which another couple of crore has

been estimated, Swu said. The Kisama exit route is likely to be completed by mid-October while the bypass road at Sanuorü should be completed by mid-November. This bypass would serve as an alternate arrangement till the time the bridge is constructed, Swu informed. The road & bridges minister also visited the fresh road cutting site connecting the Secretariat

area from NH-61 on Indira Gandhi Stadium road. The work is being carried out by Lhisemia Khel under Kohima village. Swu assured to extend all possible help towards the project. Parliamentary Secretary for YRS, MTF and State Lotteries, Khriehu Liezietsu along with officials from Roads & Bridges department accompanied the minister during the inspection of the works.

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(Left) The team inspecting emergency room (Right) the team interacts with patient at District Hospital, Mon. (DIPR Photo)

Mon, SepteMber 19 (DIpr): A high level team of Medical department headed by the Minister of H&FW Longon visited District Hospital, Mon and held meeting with the hospital staffs and civil societies of Mon on September 18. Addressing the gathering the Minister appealed to the local doctors, nurses and staffs of Mon to take the lead and set good example to improve the performance of the hospital. He asserted that the performance of the hospital depends on the performance, sincerity, enthusiasm, and hard work of the local officials of the hospital and the cooperation and support of the local people. Deeply impressed by the cleanliness and proper maintenance of the hospital he said it reflects the coordination and teamwork

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of the employees and the dedication and sincerity of the doctors and nurses posted in Mon hospital. He exhorted the staffs to keep the good teamwork and coordination of the staffs alive to upkeep the good performance and cater to the needs of the people. The Commissioner & Secretary H&FW M. Patton in his short speech said that the purpose of the visit is to take the assets of the hospital which will be discussed in Kohima to redress the grievances. Referring to the shortage of doctors in the hospital he directed the MS to utilize the service of program doctors under CMO for 3 times a week as per the norms. The Principal Director H&FW Dr. Nandira Changkija highlighted on the purpose of the visit and lamented on the poor performance of the staffs and

practice of proxy in the CHC and PHC in the district. She asserted that it is the responsibility of the administrator to see that their staffs are regular in their duties. She informed that equal treatment will be given to all the districts and prioritize the most urgent requirement accordingly. She also informed that since the staffs are irregular no status report of the building, equipments and other basic requirement was reported to the authority therefore action could not be taken. Dr. Sukhato. A. Wotsa, Mission Director, NHM urged the staffs to retrospect the performance of the hospital after MSF and he was optimistic that the staffs are still following the work culture of the MSF. He appealed to the staffs to take the ownership of the hospital besides pro-

Introduces cooking and baking classes Dimapur | September 19

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Yemhi Memorial College (YMC), Nepali Basti, Dimapur on Saturday introduced cooking and baking classes as its Skill Development Course and launched its website. Speaking at the programme, Chairman Managing Board, YMC, Joshua Sumi said the college introduced the vocational course keeping in mind the needs of the students to learn simple ordinary skills alongside academic courses. He said hospitality course would also be introduced at a later stage. He said that the website www.yemhimemorialcollege.com was also launched to keep the students abreast

Chairman Managing Board, YMC, Joshua Sumi launching the Yemhi Memorial College website on Saturday. (Morung Photo)

about the activities of the college and equip them with modern technology. Principal, YMC Makhan Chetia said that the website was launched to help the students dur-

ing admission process by downloading the forms. He said college notices would also be uploaded to the website besides conducting online exams and declaring the results.

DIMapur, SepteMber 19 (DIpr): Governor of Nagaland P.B Acharya appealed to the management of Dimapur Private Schools not to commercialize education but to make it as centers for development. Addressing a meeting with the Chairman, Principals, Administrators of Private Schools based at Dimapur on September 19 at Police House Chumukedima, the Governor appealed to them to review the fee structure and also advised them to help the poor students in the form of giving them concessions through their Corporate Social Responsibility sector. “Centre of education should not only be centers for knowledge but centers for development”, Acharya said and urged upon them to be partners for development. Expressing gratitude over the fact that Dimapur is becoming a strong educational centre for Nagaland he felt the need

Staff of PL Bagri & Co, the distributor of Mahindra Powerol in Nagaland at the customers meet held Saturday evening. (Morung Photo)

Launches service number # 0940209000 for entire Nagaland Morung Express News Dimapur | September 19

Mahindra Powerol in Nagaland in association with PL BAGRI & CO, Dimapur, conducted a customer’s meet at Hotel Lake Shilloi. The meet was attended by customers from all the segments. The event was a customer relation activity for covering the reach in entire Nagaland. On the occasion Mahindra Powerol also launched a service number for entire Nagaland - 0940209000 (mobile) followed by prize distribution to lucky customers. All customers who attended the event were also given a one-time free serving coupon. The event had customers from

churches, schools, banks, hospitals and commercial as well as private individuals. Sushil Dabral North East Region Area Manager and also C. K Mahanta, Factory Director in North East India attended the event. The event was organized to understand customer requirements and providing them full support for their satisfaction. According to Mahindra Powerol officials, the unique feautures of Mahindra Powerol generators include longest oil change interval, proven fuel economy, lowest service cost, lowest spares cost, doorstep delivery of spares, customized maintenance contracts, 54 check point preventive maintenance, longer component life, 24 x 7 emergency services, ease of service, modular in construction, residential silencer to minimize exhaust noise. It may be mentioned Mahindra Powerol was awarded recently Customer Focus – No. 1 in Customer Satisfaction Index, Survey by Taylor Nelson Sofres

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viding medical facilities to the people. To increase the performance of the hospital and also to ensure that basic medical facilities are provided to the people he urged the doctors to utilized the many potential assets of the hospital for the benefit of the people selflessly. He also congratulated the doctors for pre initiating the campaign on Non-communicable Diseases in the district and at the same time he challenged the doctors to eradicate the highly infected TB in the district. Speaking on behalf of the NGOs the President Konyak Union Mr. Manlip Konyak expressed his gratitude to the team for visiting the district to redress to problems and also the Government of Nagaland for upgrading the hospital to 100 bedded. Briefing on the back ground of the

district hospital he said the District Hospital is the only hospital in the district to provide medical facilities to the people of the district and the Nagas of Myanmar. He informed that health care was unknown to the people of Mon for long until the intervention of the MSF. He urged upon the high level team to provide all the basic amenities of 100 bedded hospital to fill the gap caused by the declining of manpower, medicines and other basic facilities after MSF. The Addl. Director H&FW Dr. Yankho Lotha gave a power point presentation on the observation of health units’ inspection done on September 16 in Mon district. The team also inspected all the wards and interacted with the patients. N. Thongwang, Advisor DUDA & LMCP was also present in the inspection with the team,. Dr. N.M. Kithan Director Health, Dr. Vizolie Joint Director, Dr. Keneigozo Joint Director, Dr. Vizokholu Dy. Secy, Dr. Vethehulu Dy. Director, Dr. Puse Dy. Director, Dr. Lemnyei Konyak Dy. Director and Dr. M.C. Longai Dy. Director also accompanied the team. The programme was chaired by the CMO, Mon Dr UK Konyak and vote of thanks by Mon Dr. Kechongol Sophie.

Mahindra Powerol customer’s meet held

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Governor of Nagaland PB Acharya with the chairman, principals, administrative heads of private schools of Dimapur district police house Chumukedima on September 19. (DIPR Photo)

for imparting value based education system, so that productive children are produced, thereby making the state and nation rich. “Empowering with education is not the goal for empowering with education itself, it is just the beginning of a career to be a soldier of prosperity”, Acharya maintained. He was of the view that any education centre is a centre of knowledge from knowledge aspect, yet felt that this was not the end and re-iterated that knowledgeable individuals has to be produced who are purposefully useful to the soci-

ety and family. Pointing out that not even a single proper public toilet exists between the road stretch from Kohima to Dimapur, the Governor emphasized on the need for change of mindset and remarked,” You are the people who can change the atmosphere”. Acknowledging the private schools for their immense contribution in the education sector he described them as pillars of prosperity and further called upon the educationalist fraternity to address the education system as per requirement which would be socially

applicable. In the meeting, Dr. Aotoshi, Administrative Head of Delhi Public School highlighted on the present activities and also the programmes in the pipeline to be taken up by the school. Emphasizing on the importance of vocational training Dr. Aotoshi also appraised the Governor for suggesting inclusion of vocational training to CBSE. Proprietor of Livingstone Foundation Higher Secondary School, Andrew Ahoto explained on the issue of fee structure in comparison with other states which he said was com-

paratively very low in Nagaland. He also highlighted to the Governor on the misconception of admission fees. Further, he requested the Governor, for considering 50% of the Teachers Award for teachers of private schools stating that 65% of the students studies in private schools, wherein best students are produced. Altogether 37 educationist representing 28 schools from Dimapur district attended the meeting. ADC Dimapur Elizabeth Ngully and Commissioner of Police Liremo Lotha were also present in the meeting.

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Totok Chingnyu village receive water supply Kennao wins Johnian Spelling Championship 2015

Thongwang Konyak with others during the inauguration of water reservoir and pipeline connection to Totok Chingnyu village held on September 18. (DIPR Photo)

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Mon, SepteMber 19 (DIpr): Advisor DUDA & LMCP and Chairman DPDB Mon N. Thongwang Konyak inaugurated water reservoir and pipeline connection to Totok Chingnyu village on September 18. In his inaugural speech, N. Thongwang expressed his gratitude to the Mohung village for providing water source to the three villages of Totok. He informed that the kind gesture of the Hohung village has resolved the water problems faced by these three villages for many years. Asserting that development cannot be implemented in disputed areas he advised the elders of Mohung and

three Totoks to extend cooperation and support to each other and to respect the sentiments of others to maintain peace and tranquility in the region. Thongwang also urged upon the people to take the responsibility of the ownership of the pipeline and the water reservoir and emphasized on proper maintenance and care. He also assured to provide spare pipes and other equipments to ensure that water connectivity in these three villages is not interrupted. He also urged the people to have close relationship with the department and support the Government. Executive Engineer

PHED, Mon Er. Liang presented a technical report of the pipe connection project. He appreciated the World Vision India for completing the unfinished task left by the department. He informed that the quantity of water supply is above standard and is more than sufficient. He also advised the people to change the attitude and mindset of the people to march ahead with others. Nokyam Wangnao, CDC Mon ADP, World Vision India in his speech informed that World Vision is a Christian Humanitarian Organization (NGO) functioning and depending on the contributions from

other individuals and organizations. He informed that funds are judiciously executed to reach the targeted groups in the grass root level. He also pointed out that the reason behind the project is to have sanitation and hygienic living in the village and to lessen the duty of the mothers to cater quality time with their children. He also urged the people to judiciously utilize the opportunity provided for quality and healthy living. The PTIC Mon ADP, World Vision David, Head GB of Mohung village, Landowner and Watsan Committee of Totok Chingnyu village also spoke at the program. Chief Angh of Totok Chingnyu Y. Tongem proposed the welcome address while P. Angtong Chairman Totok Chingnyu village council proposed vote of thanks. The dedication prayer was proposed by Rev. Henshak Pastor Totok Chingnyu Baptist Church and the program concluded with benediction by Nyeiwang Pastor Totok Chingha Baptist Church. It may be noted here that the World Vision India has constructed 2 numbers of tank for two colonies and one big main water Reservoir besides providing GI Pipes for distribution lines completing 17 public points were connected.

KohIMa, SepteMber 19 (Mexn): The Annual Johnian Spelling Championship of St. John’s School Kohima was held on September 19 under the theme “Quest for Excellence” with the Administrator of the school as guest of honour. Asino Kennao of class VIII Chest No. 801 daughter of Late Khrünei Kennao and Nosenü Kennao was declared the Johnian Spelling Master 2015 and won the most covetous’ Reiphinyü Sekhose Ever Rolling Memorial Trophy.’The award also carries a citation certificate of Johnian Spelling Master and scholarship for the year 2016. The Headmaster Ajit John in a press release stated that this intellectual pursuit was held under the Winner of Annual Johnian Spelling Master 2015, Asino Kennao with aegis of English Department and was witnessed the event organizers . by parents, invitees, students and teachers.

Peace Channel hosts cultural exchange prog

DIMapur, SepteMber 19 (Mexn): Peace Channel hosted a team of 28 people from Jan Vikas Samiti Kandhamahal District, Odisha in a cultural exchange programme that was held on September 18 and 19 at Dimapur. The team consisting of the staff of Jan Vikas Samiti as well as the citizens of Kandhamahal belonging to various religious groups visited Nagaland to understand the cultural, tribal and religious aspects of the lives of the Nagas. On the first day, the team interacted with the peace channel staff and was apprised of the peace building principles and strategies employed by peace channel to build peace in the North East. The members of the theatrical group that travelled with team also performed some the folk arts of Odisha

Participants from Jan Vikas Samiti Kandhamahal District, Odisha during the cultural exchange programme on September 18 and 19 at Dimapur.

during a short gathering at the Peace Channel office. The team members also visited the railway colony peace club as well as the community and held and interaction with the youth as well as some of the council members. The visiting team, during the visit could see how a multi-cultural community including the Nagas,

people from different parts of the North East, mainland India and Nepal live in harmony. The Railway bazaar colony peace club led by Mr. Akalu Zeliang welcomed the guests and highlighted the various initiatives of the club in the locality. Mr. Abang Zeliang, on behalf of the ward council addressed the gathering and spoke in the multi-

tribal, multi-ethnic nature of the colony wherein one could find people from all parts of India living together in harmony. Rev Fr Madan Saul and Gyan led the exchange team from Jana Vikas Samiti. Rev Sr Sudha CSST, Supotungla and Sani Murry from Peace Channel coordinated the programme.

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Meter-gauge rail track is now history in NE 'Biggest operation' against Bodo aGartala, September 19 (iaNS): Saturday morning was a momentous day in the history of the 57-year-old Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) as the last train on the solitary meter-gauge track left in the entire northeastern region departed from Agartala station. Except some railway employees led by Agartala station manager Paramananda Das and some curious locals, there was no VIP or important functionaries to see off the last train as the 10 bogie rake with 953 passengers on board quietly pulled out of Agartala station at around 9.30 am for Karimganj in southern Assam. The metre-gauge tracks laid in Tripura are to be pulled up to make way for broad gauge tracks. The preliminary work for the gauge conversion would start from Sunday and the main work would begin from October 1. To bring them in sync with those in the rest of the country, the 115 to 120-year-old meter-gauge lines over 220 km from Lumding to Silchar (in southern Assam) were converted to broad gauge in the first phase. "In the second phase, running of both passenger and goods trains in Badar-

pur (southern Assam) and Agartala section would be stopped from September 20," NFR chief public relations officer Pranav Jyoti Sharma told IANS. "To facilitate faster conversion, this would be taken up in the BadarpurKumarghat- Agartala section (excluding Badarpur railway station)," Sharma said, adding the work over the 217-km section has to be completed by March 31, 2016. Passenger services on the Lumding-Silchar route are yet to begin due to technical reasons. "The historic metre gauge railway line has a glorious past since it was constructed in 1899," said Sukumar Das, an academician and veteran citizen of Silchar, the main city in southern Assam. "Railway authorities should build a museum or a commemorative centre to conserve the historic and old railway tracks as these have a heritage value," Das told IANS. Mahatma Gandhi and Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore visited southern Assam 96 years ago using the old railway network, built by the British rulers for tea trading and governance. Another piece of history associated with the northeastern rail line was linked to the language

Northeast Briefs Offer to Paresh Baruah in national interest: Assam CM Guwahati, September 19 (iaNS): Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Saturday said his offer that the government might consider it on humanitarian grounds if ULFA leader Paresh Baruah wanted to visit his ailing mother was in keeping with national interest. The chief minister was reacting to a reported statement by union Minister of State for Home Affairs Kiren Rijiju that Gogoi's offer was "undermining national interests". "I know my national interests and I just gave an option to facilitate an ailing mother's reunion with her son, by keeping national interest on the top," Gogoi said in a statement. "I have all along been fighting the anti-national forces and I have succeeded to a great extent in containing these forces. National interest all along has been a priority and utmost importance to me, I don't want anybody's advice on it," he added. The chief minister however, clarified that he had made a statement that if Baruah wanted to visit his ailing mother, the government might consider it on humanitarian grounds and his gesture should not be construed as a "safe passage" to the United Liberation Front of Asom (Independent) leader. Baruah's mother Miliki Baruah is suffering from old-age ailments in Assam's Dibrugarh district.

Airtel launches of 4G services in Itanagar itaNaGar, September 19 (pti): Bharti Airtel Limited, the third largest mobile services provider globally with operations in 20 countries across Asia and Africa, on Saturday announced the commercial launch of its high speed 4G services (also called LTE) in Itanagar. “Customers are at the very core of everything we do and delivering a compelling experience for them is our foremost priority. Mobile data traffic is soaring in India and users are switching from slower 2G connections to 3G and superior 4G,” Bharti Airtel CEO (Assam and NE) Saurabh Goel said. “We are launching our 4G services in Itanagar today, looking at the demand for high speed data in the region. Customers will now enjoy blazing Airtel 4G speed across a range of devices,” he added. Airtel has led the 4G story in the country, having launched India’s first 4G network in Kolkata in April 2012. On August 6 last, Airtel announced that its 4G services were available in 296 towns across the country.

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movement of the region. "Eleven people, including a young woman, became martyrs at the historic Silchar railway station (in southern Assam) when they were killed in police firing after participating in the language movement May 19, 1961," writer Uttam Saha said. "Gandhiji came to Silchar Aug 27, 1921, by the old metre gauge train from Kolkata (via what is now Bangladesh) and addressed a mammoth public gathering. After Gandhiji's visit, the struggle against British rulers was further stepped up in the region," he added "Rabindranath, on way to Sylhet (now in eastern Ban-

gladesh) from Guwahati came to Badarpur railway station (near Silchar) to attend a function in February 1919. Local people gave a massive reception to the bard," Saha said. Southern Assam's commercial city Silchar, the junction of Tripura, Mizoram and Manipur, was connected by the metre gauge railway track in 1899. "To boost the tea industry in southern Assam, the British rulers connected Chittagong (now in southeast Bangladesh) with Sylhet, Karimganj (now in southern Assam) and Silchar by railway lines 116 years ago," Roy said. "In 1905, the railway line

extended up to Hilakhandhi and Lumding to link with the rest of India's rail network via Guwahati," another writer and historian, Panna Lal Roy, said. The railways first entered Assam in 1881 when the Assam Railway and Trading Company constructed a 65-km long metre gauge line from Dibrugargh to Makum collieries in Margherita for the sole purpose of transporting tea and coal. The NFR was formed in January 15, 1958, with its headquarters at Maligaon, near Guwahati. Currently, the northeastern region has around 2,800 km of railway lines, of which Assam alone has 2,467 km.

ChiraNG (aSSam), September 19 (iaNS): The Indian Army and Assam Police have launched their "biggest operation" against Bodo militant outfit NDFB, particularly in places close to the international border with Bhutan, a top police official said on Saturday. Assam Director General of Police Khagen Sarma said this to the media after reviewing the security scenario during a meeting with 4 Corps commander Lt. Gen. Sarath Chand in Chirang district. The operation against the anti-talk faction of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) has been launched in areas under the Bodoland Territorial Area Districts (BTAD) in Assam. Chirang comes under BTAD. "We launched the biggest operation against the NDFB militants yesterday (Friday). In today's meeting, we discussed the mea-

sures to be taken against them," the DGP said. Headmittedthatalthough thesecurityforceswereableto achieve success during earlier operations against the militants, they were yet to neutralise the outfit. He said NDFB commander B. Bidai, who was involved in the massacre of Adivasis in December last year, has gone into hiding. "It is difficult to find out someone if he goes into hiding, particularly due to the forest areas, which works in their favour. But if he comes out and tries to attack the security forces, we are going to catch him," Sarma said. Some NDFB cadres were still in Myanmar and the security forces were taking maximum precautions so that the militants are not able to enter India, the police official said. Lt. Gen. Chand said the operation has been inten-

Bomb explodes in Imphal, no casualty imphal, September 19 (pti): A powerful bomb exploded in Imphal town early this morning but there was no report of any casualty, the police said. The bomb suspected to be an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) exploded at about 5.20 am at Moirangkhom Sougaijam Leirak area near the

gate of an ex-SSB personnel's residence in Manipur's Imphal West district, the police said. No individual or outfit has claimed responsibility for the explosion. The motive behind the bomb explosion was yet to be known, the police said adding investigation was going on

ULKF clarifies on ‘false, fabricated and very misleading’ news report Dimapur, September 19 (mexN): Stating it is “very unfortunate” that the MIP/NSCN (IM) has made available to the media an “alleged” press statement signed by two individuals in the its name, the UKLF today clarified it find the statement “false, fabricated and very misleading.” The aforementioned press statement was also carried by The Morung Express on its September 18 issue. In a press clarification received here, the United Kuki Liberation Front (UKLF) Secretary, Information and Publicity

MP Haokip further hinted that both the detainees, Letkhothang Chongom and Lamkhothang, were made to do that fabricated press statement “under duress,” as currently they were under the custody of NSCN (IM). The UKLF also maintained that one of the individual quoted by NSCN (IM), Letkhothang Chongom, is an ex-cadre who is no more associated with the organisation. The other person, Lamkhothang, UKLF said “is a civilian drug addict with whom the organisation doesn’t have any connection.”

Further clarifying and giving its takes on “Aimol Satu Village incident” of May 31, which resulted in brutal killing of one (L) Ruisoting, the UKLF maintained that the incident was nothing but a “misadventure of 20 Assam Rifles” and people must stop implicating UKLF in this “particular incident now and forever.” Regarding the alleged involvement in attack on Munthuireng’s residence in July 2, the UKLF clarified that in the particular evening, he (Munthuireng) and his party attacked and vandalised the residence of his per-

sonal brother, Pu Mangi Aimol who is a PRO of UKLF over some family feuds. “There is no question of neither UKLF involvement nor of life attempt on Munthuireng. At the same time, UKLF don’t have wanted list as portrayed by the press statement in any circumstances,” it added. The UKLF also taking serious note on the NSCN (IM) attack on UKLF cadres at Aimol Ngairong on August 21 resulting in killing of a civilian villager, it noted adding however that, it is maintaining “maximum restrain so as to

preserve our friendship.” Maintaining that the UKLF have been associated with the NSCN (IM) for the last 15/16 years and regard them as “our own brothers,” it said, “We don’t have any ill will towards them rather we are still following the15 Points Agreement with due respect.” In this context, the UKLF urged the NSCN (IM) leadership not to get “misled by rumors” resulting out of personal interests of some individuals but instead, investigate such rumors and stray incidents “to sort out problems to keep our friendship intact.”

NEP to be prepared with opinion of all: Irani NEDF condemns civilians’ aGartal a , September 19 (iaNS): Union Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani has said a joint effort has been initiated from the national to the grassroots level to obtain opinion to formulate a national education policy. "This is for the first time citizen of India at large from national to grassroots level would give their opinion in preparing the national education policy. The draft of the policy would be ready by December," Irani told reporters on Friday night after meeting Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar. She said: "The first regional meeting covering all the eight northeastern states held in Agartala Friday. The education ministers and representatives of these states gave their views on the proposed national education policy." The minister, who left for Delhi on Saturday, said the gram panchayat level to district, state to national level consultation on the education policy already begun across the country and the response was very enlightening. On Friday, addressing the students and teachers of the Nation-

al Institute of Technology (NIT), Agartala, she said to obtain experiences and expertise by the IIT and NIT students from world famous scientist, academician and technical experts, the MHRD has recently launched a scheme 'GIAN' (Global Initiative of Academic Network). She asked the institute to provide a list of foreign experts, who can be invited. "The travel and other cost of the guest expert would be borne by my ministry and the deliberations would be video recorded for future use by the students," she announced. Irani also asked the all concerned to share experience among the students of various NITs and IITs of the country and requested the NIT students to share their experience, knowledge and inventions with the people living adjoining the villages of their institute. She also announced that a web portal "e-soudh-sindhu" would be launched by January next year and over 90,000 e-books and 10,000 journals of across the world would be available in the plat form.The minister accompanied by HRD Secretary V.S. Oberoi (Higher Education)

and S.C. Khuntia (School Education) held a meeting here on Friday with the education ministers of the northeast states to discuss the proposed national education policy. Tripura Education Minister Tapan Chakraborty said the Friday's meeting was held as the follow up meeting of the 63rd meeting of the Central Advisory Board of Education (CABE) that was held in New Delhi on August 19. He told reporters that in the CABE meeting, most northeast states wanted to remove the 'nodetention policy' at the elementary school level (up to class 8). Chakraborty said: "The eight northeast states along with most states of the country are not only against the 'no-detention policy' but are also in an awkward position due to the lack of trained teachers even though the Right to Education Act (RTE), 2009, made this mandatory."The minister said the Left Front government strongly supported the plan for a new education policy, a process initiated by the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance government.

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Dimapur, September 19 (mexN): The North East Dialogue Forum (NEDF) has strongly condemned the recent killing of 10 civilians from Imphal and Churachandpur during the agitation for and against the Inner Line Permit (ILP) in Manipur, which included two children aged 10 and16 years. “Indian state has to respect human rights and full protection of civilians specially children at any circumstances” the NEDF Coordinator, S Dhanabir stated in a press note adding the people in Manipur experiencing such killing by the security forces in the name of counter insurgency and some cases are going on in Supreme Court. Government of Manipur could have used water cannon, rubber bullet to deal with the mob, it argued, being aware that “people

Fashion show by Manipuri 90 % of NGOs do not file annual statement: CBI to SC designer for flood relief! NGOs from NE beNGaluru, September 19 (iaNS): Manipuri designer Robert Naorem is hosting the Kanglei Fashion Extravaganza here on Sunday to raise funds to help the flood victims in northeast - and also promote the region. Now in its third year, the show was earlier titled Manipur Fashion Extravaganza and was held in the state's capital Imphal. "I always wished to take the show to different cities of the country to spread awareness about northeast. There are a lot of issues going on in my hometown so, at this point of time I don't want to do a show in Manipur. The show promotes fashion and our culture, and

youth from the state. "I changed the name of the show to Kanglei Fashion Extravaganza as Kanglei is another word for Manipur. It has more impact," Naorem, now based here, told IANS. While the focus will be on the fashion pieces from Manipur, he says the show is a tribute to the northeast. "There will be five designers mostly from Manipur. I wish I could get more designers from other northeast states. But we will be showcasing a few pieces focussing on Arunachal Pradesh too. Then there are a few models from Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. The show is a tribute to the northeast and also to help

sified, especially along the Bhutan border, the forest areas of Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa and Sonitpur with the deployment of approximately 4,000 security personnel since January this year. "As a result of these sustained and surgical intelligence-based operations, 18 terrorists were neutralised, 539 terrorists or overground workers were apprehended, and 175 assorted weapons, 180 hand grenades and seven IEDs were seized," he said. He said the central government has been closely monitoring the situation and asserted that there would be no let-up in the operations till the outfit was completely decimated. The army officer said extra personnel have been inducted with the prime aim of decimating the NDFB, instil faith among the people and bring normalcy in the region.

flood victims of the region," said the 29-year-old. "Dynamic Manipur foundation is our cause partner. The entry is free so that we can get as many people as possible to watch the show and contribute to the cause. There will be a donation box at the venue," added Naorem, who will be the finale designer as well. He is set to entice the audience with what he is best at -- Manipuri handloom work. "I will open my show with gowns then move on to Indian saris with thread work and more, and finally present our traditional attire - phee and phanek," said the designer-cummake-up expert.

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New Delhi, September 19 (mail toDay): Nearly 31 lakh NGOs across the country, most of whom receive funds worth crores of rupees from the government and abroad, came under the Supreme Court's scrutiny on Friday after the Central Bureau of Investigation submitted that only 10 per cent of them have filed their annual income and expenditure statements. Raising the issue of transparency regarding their functioning, the CBI report filed in the court said that out of 29,996,23 NGOs in 26 states (information from three states is awaited), only 2,90,787 - a paltry 10% - have filed their balance sheet.Between

2003 and 2010, the Union and state governments released Rs 6,654 crore to various NGOs, averaging almost Rs 950 crore per year, according to information received through RTI queries by the Asian Centre for Human Rights. And for the financial year 201013, available data show that about 22,000 NGOs received over $3.2 billion from abroad, of which $650 million came from the US. Significantly, the CBI suggested that only an NGO which has filed statements for three preceding years should be given a grant by the government. Uttar Pradesh had the highest number of NGOs at 5,48,148 (out of them only 1, 19,000 have filed their balance sheets) followed by Andhra Pradesh which had 2, 92,144 NGOs. Out of West Bengal's 2,34,000 NGOs, only 17,089 filed statements. From the report sent by the governments of various states and Union Territories, it was found that none of

the NGOs in Rajasthan (which has a total of 1,36,978), Assam (97,437), Himachal Pradesh (52,394), Punjab (84,752), Kerala (3,69,137), Meghalaya (15,032), Nagaland (4,491), Tripura (6,679) Manipur (1,640), Goa (553), and UTs Chandigarh (3,981), Dadra and Nagar Haveli (611) and Lakshadweep (612) filed annual income expenditure statement before the authority which registered them. The court had ordered a CBI probe into the functioning of all NGOs in the country, expanding the scope of a PIL filed last year by Supreme Court lawyer M L Sharma, who had originally only sought investigation into misuse of funds by Anna Hazare's NGO Hind Swaraj Trust. The court had on September 2, 2013 asked the CBI to get information from all states and UTs regarding the number of NGOs in the country and whether they are filing annual income and expenditure statement before the authority which registered them.

are also suffering from one anger to another anger, from one frustration to another frustration for a long time due to many reasons. This anger are accumulated and burst out like wild fire.” In this regard, NEDF also urged to all the Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police in Manipur to organize Conflict Transformation training to police, civilians, religious leaders, women, district political leaders to transform the conflict into more constructive peace building in the long run. It also humbly appealed to all the people in Manipur to adopt non-violent and democratic process. NEDF further urged to the Government of Manipur to establish a Special Investigation Team to investigate the cases of killing in Churachandpur and punish the perpetrator according to the law.

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KVK Kohima to promote Joint Liability Groups Kohima, September 19 (mexn): The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) in partnership with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kohima conducted an awareness programme on Joint Liability Group (JLG) at Tesophenyu, Tseminyu block, Kohima district on September 17. A press note stated that members from five Farmers’ Clubs, two Self-Help Groups and KVK officials were sensitized about the objective and features of JLG as it has become the most viable option for purveying credit, especially for taking up income generating activities and making a

difference to lives of people living in rural areas. Under this approach, JLG members could avail loan from financial institutions without collateral but purely on the strength of peer partnership. This creates a winwin situation for stakeholders including banks, who are now able to tap a good loan portfolio through the group liability mechanism. To take this programme forward, talk between officials of NABARD and KVK Kohima has already been initiated to identify KVK Kohima as a Joint Liability Group Promoting Institution (JLGPI). The resource person of the programme, Bendang

Aier, AGM, NABARD also highlighted the Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS), which is a credit linked subsidy scheme of Government of India (GoI) to promote the setting up of modern dairy farms, encourage heifer calf rearing and provide value addition to milk. He also made a power point presentation on the recently launched social security schemes and called upon the participants to enrol under Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) for in-

surance coverage in the case of death, accident and old age. The resource person satisfactorily responded queries raised by the participants. Dr V Akashe Zhimomi, Programme Co-ordinator, KVK, Kohima, Tesophenyu, chaired the programme. Amenla, the new Branch Manager of State Bank of India (SBI), Tseminyu branch spoke on the occasion, which was also attended by officials from Nagaland State Cooperative Bank (NStCB), Tseminyu branch. Khilochung and Ngabu Tep pronounced the invocation and vote of thanks respectively.

Honda Issues Recall for 2,23,578 Cars Jaipur, September 19 (buSineSS Standard): It seems like Honda India has discovered a fault with the airbag inflators in some of its offerings. In light of the former, the Japanese has issued a voluntary recall to replace the inflators of 2,23,578 cars. The owners can check online whether their model is on recall by logging on to Honda India’s website, www.hondacarindia.com Model City Civic Jazz CR-V

and submitting the 17 char- Honda City with 1,40,508 acter Vehicle Identification units and the least affected Number (VIN) on the web model is CR-V with only page. 13,073 units on recall. Other Units of Honda City affected vehicles include manufactured between Jazz and Civic with 15,707 2007-2012, Honda Jazz units and 54,290 units remanufactured between spectively. Some units of 2009-2011, Honda Civic Honda Jazz falling within manufactured between the above-mentioned man2003-2012 and Honda CR-V ufacturing frame require manufactured between the driver side inflator to be 2004-2011 are on recall. The replaced, all other models car which seems to be most in the recall require both the affected with this issue is driver side and the passenTo Check If Your Model Is Affected Year of Make Driver Side Inflators Passenger Side Inflators Affected Affected 2007-2012 1,40,508 2,646 2003-2012 54,288 40,083 2009-2011 15,707 NA 2004-2011 8,330 11,495

ger side airbag inflator to be replaced. The recall will begin from October 12 and will be conducted in phases. Honda says that they will contact the customers directly in that period. Last recall by Honda India was in May 2015 for the 2004 manufactured CR-V and Accord manufactured between 2003-2007 to replace faulty passenger-side airbag inflator. Passenger Side Inflators Affected 1,40,508 54,290 15,707 13,073

Birthday Greeting 'UPA awarded Aadhaar card Misleading ads: Jet Airways moves SC against Rs 25-lakh fine “An ‘asterisk’ was sengers were required to delhi, Septem- did say that taxes and surprojects without tenders' new ber 19 (agencieS): Jet charges would be extra. “It prominently placed in the pay fuel surcharge and Dear Temjenrenla N Longchar

mumbai, September 19 (ianS): Aadhaar card projects of the UIDAI worth over Rs.13,000 crore were awarded without issuing tenders by the previous UPA government, according to a RTI response, an activist said here on Saturday. RTI activist Anil Galgali had submitted queries under the RTI to the UIDAI officials, Public Information Officer S.S. Bisht and Deputy Director-cumPIO R. Harish who provided the replies about the amount spent on the projects which was then headed by technocrat Nandan Nilekani. In the reply, the UIDAI officials disclosed that total project contracts worth Rs.13,663.22 crore were awarded without any tenders of which an amount of Rs.6,563 crore has been already spent on issuing 90.3 crore Aadhar Cards till May 2015. They further informed that a total 25 companies were awarded different responsibilities for the massive project and their empanelment was done under the process guidelines of Request For Empanelment of May 19, 2014. "This is shocking as various sections of people, including the Supreme Court and civil society

groups have expressed serious concerns about the right to privacy with sensitive personal data of 125 crore population going in the hands of private companies," Galgali told IANS. He urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to order a probe into the UIDAI to ensure transparency in the award of contracts for Aadhaar cards. "The sensitive datas of finger prints and iris of each and every Indian could be unsafe with private companies," cautioned Harsheet Shah, cyber law expert-cum-researcher. According to the information, some of the companies awarded more than one project works include: Tata Consultancy Service, Mac Associates, Wipro, HCL, HP India Sales Pvt. Ltd., National Informatics Centre, Sagem Morpho Securities Pvt. Ltd, Satyam Computer Services Ltd, L1 Identity Solutions, Totem International Ltd., Linkwel Telesystems Pvt. Ltd. Sai Infosystems India Ltd, Geodesic Ltd, ID Solutions, NISG, SQTC, Telesima Communications Pvt. Ltd. Others which secured a single contract include: Reliance Communication, Tata Communications, Aircel, Bharati Airtel, BSNL and Railtel Corporation of India Ltd.

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congestion charge, being the additional expenses incurred by the airline due to steep increase in the price of ‘aviation turbine fuel’ (ATF),” the appeal filed by Jet Airways stated. The Commission had noted in its August judgment that the two airlines had advertised airfares at ‘throwaway prices’ ranging from R 0 to R999, while in actual the passengers were charged much more. This, the NCDRC said, amounted to unfair trade practices. It held that advertisement disclosing only the minimum basic fare to potential consumers is misleading in the light of the fact that the other charges payable by a passenger far exceeded the said minimum basic fare.

see till the end of December for a comprehensive list of CSR companies as well as the total amount that has been spent during 2014-15 which is the first year of CSR implementation," economic advisor to the ministry of corporate affairs, Sibani Swain, told mediapersons here on the sidelines of an event organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce. She referred to a media report based on a survey

by a market research firm which estimated Rs.4,000 crore as the spend by the country's top 75 companies. "What is coming in the media is Rs.4,000 crore will be coming from CSR - I have read it in a media report. But if one reads it correctly, it is a KPMG study actually which brings only the top 75 companies which are listed in the stock exchange," she said. Indicating that the total spend on CSR will be

much higher, she added: "This top 75 companies' CSR fund spends amount to Rs. 4,000 crore and not all the CSR-eligible companies." The centre has made it mandatory for companies with a net worth of more than Rs.500 crore or revenue of over Rs.1,000 crore or a net profit exceeding Rs.5 crore to spend at least two percent of their average net profit (last three years) for social development projects.

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KolKata, September 19 (ianS): The centre will collate by the end of this year the total amount spent by companies on implementing their corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects during 2014-15, an official said here on Saturday. A comprehensive list will also be prepared of companies which have participated in the mandatory scheme drafted by the centre. "We have to wait and

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was mentioned that basic fare is starting from R500 onwards and the advertisement mentioned that conditions apply,” the counsel said. The NCDRC judgement had come on a complaint filed by Gujarat-based consumer organisation Jagrut Nagrik, an NGO, and a private individual. The complaint had pointed that no mention was made in the ads of the fuel surcharge, congestion charge, transaction fees, and other heads under which the passenger had to pay a whole lot more. The complainants had sought R10 crore as “punitive charges” from Jet Airways and the the now defunct Kingfisher Airlines.

Airways (India) on Friday moved the Supreme Court against the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission’s (NCDRC) order that asked it to deposit R25 lakh as penalty in the Consumer Welfare Fund for indulging in “unfair trade practices” by way of alleged misleading advertisements. A bench headed by Justice Madan B Lokur asked the airline to place before it legible copies of the contentious advertisements within two weeks. Senior counsel Shyam Divan and counsel Ujwal Rana, appearing for Jet Airways, argued that there was no intention of deceiving or misleading passengers and the advertisements

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NPGs urged to come together UGT-2003 seeks inclusion under old pension scheme GB Federation cautions of non-co-opera-

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): Undergraduate teachers who appeared for exam in 2003 DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 support the Framework Agreement (UGT-2003) but were ap(MExN): Nagaland GB Federation signed on August 3. On this, a memopointed only in 2012 owing (NGBF) today extended support to the randum to the Government of India to a court case, have aprecently signed ‘Peace Accord’ (Frame- through RN Ravi, the Interlocutor for pealed for inclusion under work Agreement). At the same time, the Naga peace talk was submitted on May the old pension scheme Federation cautioned of non-co-oper- 14 in Kohima appealing for ‘round which was prevalent prior ation to any Naga Political Group (s) if table talk,’ the release said. While astill the year 2010. they fail to come together in the process suring the Federation on their appeal, In a representation adthe release stated that RN Ravi had asof the Agreement. dressed to the Minister for A press release from founder and sured “that the final settlement will be School Education, the ofadvisor of NGBF, TL Angami stated that inclusive, the settlement will not take fice of the undergraduate the Naga village chiefs (GBs) chose to place only with the NSCN (IM).” teachers 2003 (court case) The Federation also sought to warn follow the Naga political rights and parwhile claiming their rights ticipated in the 1951 Naga Plebiscite un- that if the GoI were to fail again this time, said the “government/ der the banner of NNC. “Several of the it will no more provide any cooperation department cannot deny Naga Chiefs have sacrificed their lives in support of the any further Accord. their rights to be under the In this light, NGBF also requestfor the Naga common goal. And the old pension scheme beNaga Chiefs never gave up their duties ed the leaders of all the Naga Political cause of its own latches.” or withdrew their stands from the sup- Groups to come together to the ‘round It highlighted that purport of the Naga Political issue till date.” table talk’ and settle the issue once and suant to the 2003 advertiseAccordingly, the release said, the for all through the newly born ‘Peace ment, written examination Federation unanimously decided to Accord.’ was held on September 9, 2003 and viva voce between March 9 and March 12, 2004. As the result of the viva voce was being awaited, a section of adhoc teachers challenged the selection Morung Express News the birth of the movement, positive and far-reaching process before the High SN asserted that it is not consequences,” said Pas- court, due to which the reDimapur | September 19 targeted against any com- tor Ngullie. “I believe that sult could not be declared. Survival Nagaland (SN) munity or religion. “For out of the mess God will has completed a year of many years, we have been bring out gold and diaexistence as a movement talking about change with mond.” for change. Launched on no follow up action. So, in Stating that nothing September 7, 2014, the September 2014, a group can succeed without the basic motive behind the of like-minded Nagas blog- grace of God, he added, MoKoKChUNg, SEPmovement was to pro- gers banded together to set “We’re with you in our TEMBER 19 (MExN): mote work culture while in motion a movement for prayers.” Emphasising on The NPF of 25 Mongoya mobilising the Nagas, the change. A movement for the importance of hon- Assembly Constituency in youth in particular, to em- the people for promoting esty, he said that while Mokokchung district held brace and foment the con- work culture and dignity of there is no dearth of intel- a general reconciliation meeting at the residence of cept of dignity of labour labour,” stated SN. In this lectuals and people with MLA Merentoshi R Jamir into a working reality. direction, it sought the sup- leadership skills rather on September 16. All the 25 C o m m e m o r a t i n g port of the people. there is a visible lack of Mongoya A/C NPF office the movement’s first bearers and leaders attendPastor D. James Kikon people with integrity. anniversary, SN held of The Watchman, while Youth Director of Di- ed the meeting, which was a programme at Naga commending the ini- mapur Ao Baptist Church also attended by NPF CenShopping Arcade on Sep- tiative of SN, expressed ( D A BA ) , I m nat o s h i , tral leaders and NPF Motember 19 at the Naga confidence that SN will while stating that coop- kokchung division presiMarket venue. Naga Mar- persevere and remain eration and faith in one dent, Moasangba Jamir. A press release issued ket is part of SN’s move- committed to its objec- another is what counts by the Media Cell, NPF 25 ment for inducing a cul- tive and belief. “We might if Nagaland is to survive, Mongoya A/C stated that ture of entrepreneurship not know the work you’re added that there should the general reconciliation among Nagas. doing behind the scene. be no room for half- accepted that the ‘leaderWhile highlighting the But your work is praise- hearted commitment “for ship issue’ in the NPF had circumstances that led to worthy, which will have the Lord is with us.” severely affected the functioning of the party dur-

tion to any group(s) that fails to do so

Survival Nagaland completes a year

However, after the file which was closed in 2004 due to the court case was re-opened, the final result was declared on December 8, 2011 where 393 candidates were selected and appointment orders issued on June 2, 2012, it stated. In the meantime, the undergraduate teachers revealed that by year 2011, 70% of the appointees had crossed the upper age limit. But irrespective of the age, appointment orders were issued since it was a case pertaining to 2003, it said. Besides, it contended that at the time of the Directorate of School Education advertisement dated July 7, 2003, the old pension scheme was applicable, and which was also reiterated and confirmed in their appointment orders dated June 2012 along with mention of GPF deduction, which is only done under old age pension. Lamenting that great injustice has been caused to them by the delay of their appointments, the

undergraduate teachers has sought ‘humble claim’ to all the entitled rights and privileges to the post against which they were appointed in terms of the conditions of the service prevalent at the time the post were advertised. It maintained that the loss of so many years between the selection process and the actual appointment have caused grave injustice since due to delay in the actual appointment they would be reaching the age of superannuation after serving only for about 16 years. The undergraduate teachers also noted that after the division bench of the High court passed judgment upholding their written exam, if the result was declared immediately and appointment made accordingly, they would have been appointed before the issuance of the finance department order by which the new pension scheme was purportedly brought into place.

NPF 25 Mongoya AC reconciles

CVYS rebuts Assam Rifles' allegation ChUMUKEDIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): With regard to the news on apprehension of arms peddler by Assam Rifles at New Chumukedima on September 14, the Chumoukedima Village Youth Society (CVYS) has stated that the accused is a bonafide and law abiding citizen of the village. Refut-

ing the allegation of Assam Rifles against its member, the Society stated that Kuobeizo Angami had in his possession arms license bearing registration number 2/Sl.no 989 (NDAL) for the 12 bore (SBBL) and .22 rifles bearing gun number 25292 with arms license bearing no. 1157/ZBTO which were re-

ported to be verified during the operation. The Society in a press statement issued by its president Vikhwe Yhoshu said that the incident has also raised concern for the safety of the general public who are randomly harassed by security forces in the guise of information/ report against individuals.

Expired products seized in Pfutsero PfUTSERo, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): The Pfutsero Town Citizen Welfare Forum (PTCWF), Pfutsero Town Voluntary Consumers’ Organization (PTVCO), Trade and Commerce Union along with the Administrative staff and Police conducted a surprise check on expired goods at shops on September 18. According to a press release from PTCWF convenor Murhasayi Murao and gener-

al secretary Ngotso Desai, the expired items were mostly chips, noodles, juice, squash, tinned-fish, mustard oil, biscuits, ghee etc. The release further advised the consumers to be aware while buying soft drinks as most of them have to be consumed within two and half months from the date of manufacture. Another “startling finding” during the check, the release highlighted, was post-dated manufacture date. In this respect,

the concerned authority was requested to take up the matter with manufacturing units and penalize those defaulting units. Proof and products are kept for reference, the release added. Meanwhile, PTCWF requested ADC to give circular to shops for advisory note and action to be taken on defaulters. It further thanked all frontal organizations of Pfutsero for their co-operation and support.

ing the first part of 2015. However, the differences were resolved and ‘reconciliation’ in the party was declared by the NPF President, Dr Shurhozelie at the April 30th, 2015 NPF General Conference in Kohima. Merentoshi R Jamir, while exhorting the gathering, urged the party workers to let past be past and come together for strengthening the party. He encouraged the party workers under his assembly constituency to ‘forgive and forget’ and focus on the 2018 election so that the NPF party would emerge more successful. The NPF leaders, after threadbare discussion about the future function-

ing of the party, unanimously resolved to ‘forgive and forget’ the past hurts inflicted on each other while trying to tackle the leadership issue. The meeting also unanimously resolved to be more united and work tirelessly for strengthening the NPF party in the constituency. The meeting also declared to repose their strong faith on the leadership of NPF President Dr Shurhozelie, Chief Minister TR Zeliang and 25 Mongoya A/C representative MLA Merentoshi R Jamir and resolved to work with more dedication and determination to strengthen their hands and position in the party.

velopment plan, the SLRM project is proposed to be taken up totally funded by MP, to make the village a zero-waste village with the termination of the programme after one year. Accordingly, Sriram Narayanan, Director, Indian Green Service, which is an external private agency expert in waste manage-

ment and widely known and used across the country, has conducted the first action plan and concept on the implementation of the ambitious project at DC Conference Hall Dimapur. The resource person ran through the hazardous effect of waste on health and environment in a minute detail. Under this proj-

Our Correspondent

Kohima | September 19

Parliamentary secretary for irrigation & flood control N. Jacob Zhimomi today graced the 23rd Spero Meliora 2015 (Literary Competition) held under the aegis of Kohima Village Students’ Union (KVSU) and Dolphin Club Kohima at KVC Hall, Kohima Village. Zhimomi stressed on the need to acquire good education stating that only with it one will be applicable in the society. He also maintained that wisdom and knowledge have to go together to achieve the desired result. He challenged the students to pay respect to elders and parents, which, he said, will benefit the students in the

MLA N Jacob Zhimomi addressing the 23rd Spero Meliora 2015 in Kohima village on September 19. (Morung Photo)

long run. “Let us not forget our originality,” Zhimomi told the students, adding it is only through our culture other people will recognize and respect us. Parliamentary secretary for youth resources & sports, music task force and state lotteries Khriehu Liezietsu was also present on the occasion.

Earlier, the inaugural function was compered by Joe Dziivichii. Welcome address was delivered by KVSU president Kevitsu Yhome, while Dolphin Club president Kethosituo Mepfhiio gave keynote address. Special number was presented by Medophrenuo Yiese. Ruokuovituo Robert, Catechist, Christ King Church pronounced invocation prayer. Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) officials acted as session guests at the valedictory function while KVSU advisor Ruokuolhoulie Kire also exhorted the students. Spero Meliora was marked by singing (solo), essay and painting, spelling bee, singing (cultural group song), quiz and debate.

ect, all kinds of wastes will be segregated and processed to convert into a useful resource for the villagers. The principal philosophy is about converting ‘Garbage to Gold’. The meeting was attended by Seluophe Village Council members, SHG women, village youth, MSW interns from NEISSR.

Kesonyu Yhome, DC Dimapur gave a keynote address. He said that waste management activity is a collective effort which cannot be left to the government alone. He reiterated that the reason for failure in waste management is that we assign the responsibility to outside people which in fact is a community responsibil-

ity. Moreover, he said wastes are generated from households, so every household is expected to be responsible in managing wastes. Ransom Lungleng, a Prime Minister’s Rural Development Fellow, said that once the project is fully implemented, it can be replicated throughout the state for every town and village.

Tangha Village Council condemns Appeal to clear pending salary of RMSA teachers LoNgELENg, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): Tangha Village Council in Longleng district has condemned the “indiscriminate firing” at Phuktong, NSCN (R) designated camp in Mon district, on September 12, where one Langman Phom shot at his superior Leut Col Lemshong of Tangha village causing multiple internal and external injuries. The victim is now undergoing treatment and is in seri-

ous condition, according to a release from the village council chairman C Hendok Phom and secretary P Longjah Phom. Meanwhile, the village council in its emergency meeting held on September 18 resolved to appeal to the NSCN (R) leadership to seriously enquire the matter and punish the accused as per government's law and deliver justice at the earliest, the release said.

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): The chairpersons of School Management and Development Committee (SMDC) of several government schools in Dimapur have asked the authorities concerned to pay the agitating RMSA teachers their full pending salary at the earliest and let them resume duties for the smooth functioning of the schools and welfare of the students. RMSA teach-

MEx FILE State Level Science Seminar KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): A state level science seminar on the topic “Harnessing light: Possibilities & challenges” under the aegis of the Directorate of School Education Nagaland will be held on September 23 at Riiziikhrie Government Higher Secondary School Kohima at 10:00 am. Er. Khose Sale, superintending engineer, department of power will grace the occasion as the chief guest.

Special Education Teachers' meeting KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): All the Special Education Teachers (SET) have been informed that there will be a meeting on September 23 (Tuesday) at 10:00 am at High School Ground, Kohima. A press note issued by Xusheto, President and Sanen, AGS has directed all the members to report at the said venue on time. For more information, members have been requested to contact SETAN officials.

Sensitization,workshop on UDISE KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): District Education officer cum District Project Co-ordinator, DMA, SSA Kohima, K Mary Dzuvichu has informed that DMA, SSA Kohima is organizing ‘Sensitisation-cum Workshop’ on UDISE 2015-16 at the District Level at the DC Conference, Hall Kohima on September 22, 11:00 am. DEO& DP Co-ordinator has also directed to Deputy District Education officer (DDEO); Sub-Division Education Officer (SDEO); EBRC co-ordinator; EBRC Asstt. Co-ordinators; and ToTs/RP to attend the said workshop.

NPF Phek division mourns KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): Naga People’s Front (NPF), Phek Division has mourned the demise of Wetso Chirhah, president, NPF 17th Chizami A/C on September 13. Late Wetso Chirhah was a hardcore regional party leader as well as known public leader in the area who was respected and loved by everyone for his simplicity and honesty, according to a release issued by NPF Phek division president Chivotso Nienu and general secretary Wepe Mekrisuh. The division stated that Chirhah possessed outstanding leadership qualities and his dedication to responsibilities for the cause of the people’s welfare and his noble deeds towards the regional party and the community will not be forgotten for many years to come. The division further conveyed condolence to the bereaved family.

Jacob Zhimomi graces Spero Meliora 2015 Local bodies’ accounts survey

Seluophe moves towards becoming zero-waste village DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): Seluophe village is implementing “Solid and Liquid Resource Management” (SLRM), which is the first ever in the State. Seluophe village is adopted by Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha Neiphiu Rio under Saansad Adarsh Gram Yojana. As part of the village de-

United People Puja Team, Kuda - B, Dimapur organized celebration of Shree Vishwakarma Puja.

ers in Nagaland have been boycotting classes in protest against non-payment of salary. In a letter, SMDC chairpersons of Government High School (GHS), Lengrijan; GHS, Moava, GHS Naga United; GHS Dhansiripar; and GHSS Nagarjan requested the authorities to look into the matter with all seriousness stating “we cannot remain silent when our children’s future are at stake.”

The letter maintained that the teachers, who are rightly called the builders of the nation, have attended to their duties against all odds with much restraint and patience. “But we must also understand that they are human beings too. They too have families to look after, pay their house rents, phone bills and need to pay for every basic requirement of the day to day requirements. Not to mention,

even to go to their work place they need to pay their fares and expenses for fuel,” it stated. The chairpersons further highlighted that there are thousands of students enrolled in the schools affected by the boycott in Dimapur district. With the board exams of high school fast approaching and lots of chapter in the syllabus to cover, a very good number of classes have been lost, it added.

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): The Deputy Director and District Statistical Officer, Dimapur has informed that the survey of local bodies’ accounts for the year 2010-2011 to 2012 -2013 for urban local bodies and village councils has begun from September 16. In this connection, the officer has requested all concerned urban GBs and Village Council Chairmen to assist and cooperate with the statistical staffs for the smooth conduct of the survey so that the important survey is completed on time.

JYO condemns abduction, robbery KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): Jotsoma Youth Organisation (JYO) has condemned the September 14 incident in Jotsoma, where two Tata mobile drivers were robbed and abducted by two persons. In a press release, JYO president, Rokokhotso stated that such incident of highway robbery and abduction under the village jurisdiction was disheartening and unacceptable. The organisation applauded the Kohima South Police Station and E/10 NAP (IR) for the timely rescue.

Error in holiday list 2015 KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (DIPR): Some inadvertent error in the holiday list published in the Nagaland Diary 2015 stands corrected as follows: Id-Ul-Zuha (Bakrid) - September 25; Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday - October 2; Durga Puja - October 21 – 22.

ADC Medziphema informs MEDzIPhEMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (DIPR): ADC Medziphema, Sara Jamir has informed all the BLOs under Medziphema subdivision that training in connection with the upcoming summary revision of the electoral roll will be held on September 22 from 11:00 am at ADC office. All supervisors concerned as well members have been directed to attend the training. Meanwhile, training in connection with updating of NPR and seeding Aadhaar in the NPR under Medziphema sub division rural and urban charge would also be held on September 28 from 11:00 am in the office of ADC Medziphema. Therefore, all concerned have been directed to attend without fail.

ANHTU 22nd State level Hindi Diwas KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 19 (MExN): The All Nagaland Hindi Teachers' Union (ANHTU) is celebrating the 22nd State Level Hindi Diwas on September 28 at Council Hall, Mon Town at 10 am. Isaac Hashem, Parliamentary Secretary, Arts and Culture will grace the event as the Chief Guest. An essay writing competition and debate competition will be held on September 26 at Council Hall, Mon Town at 10 am. The topic for the essay writing is 'Hindi sansar me lokpriyata hai” (Hindi is popular across the world) and for the debate, 'Vigyan manavta ke liye khatura hai” (Science is a threat to humanity). A press note issued by AS Yarthothngam, Secretary, ANHTU has requested all Unit Presidents to depute at least two representatives from each Unit. For further details, contact-9436002900.

SunDAY 20•09•2015

THE MORUNG EXPRESS

Stone Soup A

kindly, old stranger was walking through the land when he came upon a village. As he entered, the villagers moved towards their homes locking doors and windows. The stranger smiled and asked, why are you all so frightened. I am a simple traveler, looking for a soft place to stay for the night in the whole province," he was and a warm place for a meal. told. "We are weak and our "There's not a bite to eat children are starving. Better

oral:

Stone Soup is a wonderful story sign things to bring for a well rounded bring a ham bone or some chopped up

to share with children in a group setting (daycare, school, church, Brownies, etc). Share the story one day, the next day have all the children bring a ziploc baggie of chopped up vegetables, herbs and/or spices (you can as-

soup or let the children bring whatever they like for a mystery pot). Have the adult scrub a stone very clean (you can purchase river rocks that are quite clean from garden or craft stores) and bring that -- an adult can also

thinking of making some stone soup to share with all of you." He pulled an iron cauldron from his cloak, filled it with water, and began to build a fire under it. Then, with great ceremony, he drew an ordinary-looking stone from a silken bag and dropped it into the water. By now, hearing the rumor of food, most of the villagers had come out of their homes or watched from their windows. As the stranger sniffed keep moving on." the "broth" and licked his lips "Oh, I have everything I in anticipation, hunger began need," he said. "In fact, I was to overcome their fear.

pieces of meat. As a group, make a pot of stone soup and let everyone taste it. A lot of venues may not have a place to cook up the soup, but even if you take it home and bring it back the next day the kids will still enjoy the process.

"Ahh," the stranger said to himself rather loudly, "I do like a tasty stone soup. Of course, stone soup with cabbage -- that's hard to beat." Soon a villager approached hesitantly, holding a small cabbage he'd retrieved from its hiding place, and added it to the pot. "Wonderful!!" cried the stranger. "You know, I once had stone soup with cabbage and a bit of salt beef as well, and it was fit for a king." The village butcher managed to find some salt beef . . . And so it went, through po-

tatoes, onions, carrots, mushrooms, and so on, until there was indeed a delicious meal for everyone in the village to share. The villager elder offered the stranger a great deal of money for the “magic” stone, but he refused to sell it and traveled on the next day. As he left, the stranger came upon a group of village children standing near the road. He gave the silken bag containing the stone to the youngest child, whispering to a group, “it was not the stone, but the villagers that had performed the magic."

By working together, with everyone contributing what they can, a greater good is achieved.

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Worshiping With a Child With Special Needs Surviving a service takes planning

Terri Mauro Children With Special Needs Expert

aking it through a worship service with a child with special needs can be a true test of faith. Between keeping your child under control and warding off the evil eye of fellow pew-sitters, you may feel that no one in your family is getting anything out of the service. If you have your heart set on some kind of Ideal Worship Experience, wherein your neatly dressed children sit quietly for every minute of the service, you’re probably out of luck. But that doesn’t mean your family should give up and stay home. Try these tips for getting more than a headache out of worship time.

It’s not all or nothIng:

child feels unable to comply after a short while, he or she may decide the reward is unattainable, and then have no incentive to behave at all. Offer your child very small reinforcements after very short intervals of successful behavior control -- maybe a sticker or a cracker or a chance to play with your keys every five minutes, perhaps a short walk every 15.

don’t offer IncentIves to be bad: Be careful that

what you’re offering as an incentive actually encourages good behavior. For example, threatening to leave if behavior does not improve may backfire if leaving that house of worship is exactly what the child wants to do. Make sure the alternative to sitting through the service is even less pleasing -- sitting in the car saying prayers, not playing, until other family members are done worshiping may be one unattractive alternative, and has the added benefit of providing a spiritual experience either way.

You don’t have to make it all the way through a service for it to be a positive experience. Sometimes planning for success involves knowing when to leave. If you have noticed your child can be good for the first 15 minutes and then loses it, leave after 15 minutes and make a big deal about how brIng reInforcements: If great that was; set 20 minutes drawing or writing or crackas the next goal, not 60. ers or small playthings or fidget toys or a stuffed anigIve short-term rewards: mal or a chewy tube or a Big rewards with long time weighted vest or anything frames often backfire; if your else helps your child control

impulses and stay calm in other settings, bring it along to your worship service. You may see a few raised eyebrows, but not so many as you will if your child loses his or her cool during worship.

Keep your expectatIons realIstIc: If your child is

unable to sit still and be quiet and behave appropriately in any other place, don’t expect a place of worship to have some sort of magical transforming effect on him or her. Prayer can work miracles, but probably not in the short term of turning your jumpy, twitchy, noisy, impulsive, compulsive, uninhibited little devil into a perfect angel for an hour a week. Don’t set your child up for failure by setting goals he or she is unable to achieve.

pray: Praying for your child

to be quiet right now may be ineffective, but praying for your own spiritual peace with your child’s special needs, and for guidance in finding a way to help him or her find faith and comfort in God’s house, is always worthwhile. Don’t neglect your own needs in the rush of keeping your child quiet and contained. Put less emphasis on having the Ideal Worship Experience, and more on experiencing worship.

Funny mind-blowing facts for kids • Cuteness and softness inspires aggression which is why we often squeeze things which we find cute or soft. Examples: Teddy bear, cheeks of a small baby. • The atomic bomb that was detonated over Nagasaki, Japan, by the United States on 9 August 1945 was code-named 'Fat Man'. • Do you know why chocolates melt in your mouth? It is because melting point of a chocolate is slightly below your body temperature so as soon as you put chocolate in your mouth, it reaches its melting point. • Do you know there is a world record even for the tennis balls held in a dog's mouth! Current world record for the no. of tennis balls held in a dog’s mouth is 5. • Did you have a piggy bank when you were small? Do you know the name Piggy banks come from a clay called pygg from which jars were made for saving money in old times. • Girls' favorite Barbie doll’s full name is Barbie Millicent Roberts. • The most common wake-up call time is seven am.

Yiddish Proverb

A child's teAr rends the heAvens

ids Saving the Rainforest is a nonprofit organization in Costa Rica that was founded by Janine Licare and Aislin Livingstone in 1998. In an effort to protect the local rainforests and endangered wildlife, the girls set up a roadside table and sold painted rocks. A year later, they opened the Kids Saving the Rainforest store to sell their artwork, as well as the work of local artists. All of the profits go to saving the rainforest and rehabilitating baby animals.

FAITH LEAF

SunDAY 20•09•2015

THE MORUNG EXPRESS

INSPIRATIONAL STORIES, MESSAGES, POEMS & SPIRITUAL EXPERIENCES

Reigning from the rightful place Maong Jamir The Original Blue Print A man and woman seated together at the throne side by side having the same influence, as the rulers over the earth, taking dominion, is Kingdom blue print. Man and Woman should have the acceptance to live face to face with each other; none higher or lower, head or tail, stronger or weaker. It should be a culture where both man and woman are able to communicate eye to eye without fear or intimidation from one another. Ruling Together ‘Then God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth.”’ Genesis 1:28 NKJV This portion of scripture clearly states that God has given equal rights to both Man and Woman. The blessing and dominion is equally distributed and given to both. It was the perfect plan of God that together they rule and take dominion over all the earth and subdue it, but was deceived by the devil and corrupted the perfect design. The fall of mankind at Eden did not only lose our authority over the physical realm

but it also corrupted our mindset perfect union between the Godhead and the relationship between God- the Triune God. Mankind and Man-Woman. Responsibility and Authority The Forgotten Word One of my leaders once said that - Hidden Authority giving responsibility is not giving ‘And I will put enmity between authority. you and the woman, and between Many people think that they are your seed and her seed; He shall doing right and giving the full freebruise your head, And you shall dom and rights to women but I’m bruise His heel.”’ Genesis 3:15 NKJV afraid not; we find this problem in Satan remembers the curse that our families, society, work place, edwas spoken upon him and thus he al- ucation centres, and the worst part ways finds ways to oppress and sup- is – even in the Church. press the woman from the beginning Many of us are deceived and of the fallen world, knowing that the has been blinded and confuse with moment she is raised to her right- these two simple words: “RESPONful place it will complete the perfect SIBILITY and AUTHORITY”. plan of God taking back the authorThe dictionary meaning ity to take dominion in every dimension. Thus her seed crushing his •Noun: responsibility |ri,spón su’bi li tee| head (Yes! Christ has already defeatThe social force that binds you to ed and has crushed the devil’s head) but we have been blinded from the the courses of action demanded by beginning to see this and we need that force = duty, obligation to remove these lenses and start reminding the devil again and again •Noun: authority |u’thor u tee| |o’thó ru tee| about his defeat and torment him. It The power or right to give orders is sad that instead we are helping him in his plan by keep the woman under or make decisions = authorization, dominance oppression even today. We think that by giving more It is never the will of God to differentiate between man and wom- Responsibility we are giving them an; both are equally powerful and more Authority. But sorry that is not important and it is never the plan of the case. In fact, we are just adding God for one to rule over the other. more pressure and burden, supTaking the Heaven’s perspective the pressing them even more.

Today, when the world is opening doors for women empowerment and we see a little shift where women are rising up; wonderful, great leaders coming up in different fields; girls doing better in education, competitive exams and in many areas, but one thing that is really saddening is the Church where we teach about God; it is still struggling to empower women to their full potential and authority. The Church is still hesitant even to ordain a woman as the leader of the congregation, church or association. Leading us to the question – Where is the Equality? Where is her Authority? Breaking The Mindset To see the full picture of God’s plan for us, the renewal of the mind is very important and essential for everyone. As an old proverb says, “One hand cannot clap alone”, we need one another to make it work. It is not only the mindset of the men, which needs to break and renewed but also the women. The woman has been deceived and made to believe the lies that she is weaker, powerless and has no right to rule and to stand equally alongside man. In almost every culture and religious belief, these lies have infected the mindset of mankind, making us believe that the woman must suffer; if not, must always

be under the hands of man. Thus, we always see one group is ready to oppress and suppress, and the other group, unfortunately, is also ready to be oppressed and suppressed, believing it to be normal and part of life, which is not right and totally against the will of God. Today, if we ask a woman – “Do you want to be a senior leader in a Church?” Most of them might say – “Yes!” with a bigger “BUT”. And this mindset of “BUT”, we should break it off. Some of the consequences of a corrupted mindset are abuses (sexual, physical, mental, and emotional), which we see and hear everywhere. Here, one group is saying we are stronger so we can do it; whereas the other group is saying we are weaker we can’t help but bear it, which are both abnormal. Today, we see and hear there are voices rising up for equality in many fields but if a section of the people has a viewpoint, then another section in the same group has another viewpoint. I am sorry but it may not work out this way, or it might just prolong the process of fulfilment. See, if your fellow members are not joining the team to come abroad and you can’t convince them, then sorry! you can’t make much impact; there is always a hole where there is disunity. So, it is very important to break

and renew this mindset of powerlessness and second-class mentality among the women to bring back to the original plan of God before we try to break the mindset of men. Back To Normal We find in many cultures the men dominating women, and again in some places the women dominating men, and I believe both are equally wrong and dysfunctional. In both these systems, the other throne is empty and incomplete; where one throne is shining brightly and gloriously, the other one is becoming dull and dusty, which by nature is defective. It is time we rule together and take dominion over the earth and torment the satan instead of we fighting with one another and competing to rule over one another. Here, something to be careful is; the voice to raise up is for equality to rule together, not to overthrow the other party. When we believe and replace these lies with the truth, we will automatically take back the rights, which we have given to Satan, restoring the relationship and fulfilling the first Commandment (Genesis1:28) of God to every mankind. #MeBeingReal (Source: Light Junction Worship Centre News Bulletin)

COMPELLED BY LOVE The Christian faith is not blind faith

How to Change the World through the Simple Power of Love in Action by Heidi Baker

THE mercy of God to a sinful world.”  “If you are called as a missionary—a “sent-out one”— then you are called to comfort those who mourn.  “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain You are called to love the broken until they underwhat he cannot lose.” stand God’s love—a love that never dies—through  “We can’t live in whatever.” you.”  “Mother Teresa said: Today it is very fashionable to  “The Sermon on the Mount is God’s formula for revival. The Beatitudes are His recipe for His kingdom talk about the poor. Unfortunately, it is not fashionto come and His will to be done on the earth as it is able to talk with them.” in heaven.”  “This bride will give up the selfish riches of this world to inherit the earth. She will be so ruined and  “I don’t think there is anyone who needs God’s help and grace as much as I do. Sometimes I feel so helpwrecked by love that she will run full force into the less and weak. I think that is why God uses me. Bedarkness. This will cause His light through her to excause I cannot depend on my own strength, I rely plode into the world—all for love’s sake.” on Him twenty-four hours a day. If the day had even  “As our hearts become pure, our vision becomes more hours, then I would need His help and grace clearer.” during those hours as well.” —Mother Teresa  “Mother Teresa once said: When Jesus came into  “Saint Simeon once said that tears are a sign of the the world, He loved it so much that He gave His Holy Spirit’s presence.” life for it. He wanted to satisfy our hunger for God. And what did He do? He made Himself the  “One day Surpresa was on his way to minister, and his car broke down. He walked eight hours in the Bread of Life. He became small, fragile, and derain, mile after mile, carrying a tire. He just sang the fenseless for us. Bits of bread can be so small that whole time, praising Jesus.” even a baby can chew it.  He became the Bread of Life to satisfy our hunger for  “But Jesus always leaves the ninety-nine to chase after the one. He always searches for the one lost coin.” God, our hunger for love.'  “A new breed of ministers is rising up who will not  “Today it is very fashionable to talk about the poor. Unfortunately, it is not fashionable to talk with wear out for the gospel. They are so caught up in pasthem.2” sion, unity, and fullness that they run out and say, “World, here I come!” If they go into places where they  “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain get shot at, they are thrilled. If they do not get shot at, what he cannot lose." they are thrilled. If the place they go is filthy, they are thrilled. If it is clean, they are thrilled. Jesus is the joy  “Every time I have had a heavenly vision, I have been undone by Jesus’s eyes of love.” set before them. He is their exceedingly great reward.”  “When I held Beatrice, I caught scabies and lice. But  “All I could think of was what a privilege it was to give my life away for love’s sake.” it didn’t matter. My only goal is to love more.”  “When a poor person dies of hunger, it has not hap-  “At the moment of death we will not be judged according to the number of good deeds we have done pened because God did not take care of him or her. or by the diplomas we have received in our lifetime. It has happened because neither you nor I wanted to We will be judged according to the love we have put give that person what he or she needed.” into our work.” —Mother Teresa  “Ask of me, and I will make the nations your inherHeidi Baker is a Christian missionary and with her husband itance, the ends of the earth your possession. — Rolland are founders of Iris Global and the author of several books. With her husband Rolland, Heidi founded IRIS Ministries in 1980, a PSALM 2:8”  “We know only too well that what we are doing is nothing more than a drop in the ocean. But if the drop were not there, the ocean would be missing something.” —Mother Teresa  “WHAT IS A PEACEMAKER? PEACEMAKERS ARE

non-profit Christian ministry dedicated to Jesus and service, especially among the poor. In 1992, after twelve years ministering in Asia, they left to obtain PhD's at King's College London, UK. In 1995 they started a new ministry to the poor and homeless children in Mozambique. Originally from Southern California, the Bakers are now based full-time in Pemba, Mozambique. They also travel to various places around the world to share their story, and to teach about God's love and what love in action looks like. The core value and message of the Bakers ministry is God's love.

What is Faith? “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” (Hebrews 11:1 NIV) Hebrew 11:1 is the most comprehensive definition of faith that ever was or can be given. Faith is a divine “being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see” of things which are not seen now, whether they are visible or invisible in their own nature. Particularly, it is a divine evidence and conviction of God, and of the things of God. Faith is sureness that the promises of God which we hope for are true. It is the conviction that unseen things, like grace, love, and even God exist. It is the capacity, the gift, to believe in things that cannot be proven. Things like the fact that Christ saves, and that he will come again. The ability Selie Visa to believe in these things even when all the evidence argues against them sar (102 to March 15, 44 BC) was the is faith. most prominent. It was the title taken by each of the Roman emperors. Why you can believe the Bible: Faith is not merely what a per- (i) Augustus Caesar: His original son believes, i.e., accurate doctrine name was Gaius Octavius. He was or creed, but also and more impor- studying in Illuria when he heard tantly, that the object of his faith is that Julius Caesar was murdered on valid. It doesn't demand blind faith. March 15, 44 BC. When he rushed to Faith has substance in it. For faith to Italy he learnt that Julius Caesar had be of any value, it must be based on adopted him and made him his heir. facts, on reality. For instance, we can He became the first Roman emperor trust the Bible because: on September 2, 31 BC. By his adop1. Ancient history supports the tion he became Caesar. In the New Bible's accuracy. Testament, Augustus Caesar is men2. The Gospels provide reliable tioned only once (Luke 2:1). accounts of Jesus. 3. Archaeology and Science (ii) Tiberius Caesar: On the death backs up Biblical accounts. of Augustus Caesar in AD 14, his fos4. Textual scholarship confirms ter son, Tiberius Caesar became the the Bible. second Roman emperor. Tiberius 5. The Bible is true to its original died on March 16. AD 37. He was form because: the reigning emperor at the time of a. we have such a huge number Christ crucifixion (Luke 3:1). of MSS (manuscripts) copies, over 24,000. (iii) Claudius Caesar: He was the b. these copies agree with each fourth Roman emperor. Claudius other 99.5%. gave the Jews the right to religious c. the dates of these MSS are very worship, but later he banished all close to dates of their origi- Jews from Rome (Acts 18:2). nals. 6. The Bible's textual integrity (iv) Nero: He was the fifth Rois more certain than that of Plato's man emperor, born in AD 37, comwritings and Homer's Iliad. menced reign in AD 54. The Apostle 7. History written ahead of time Paul was brought before him for is proof that the Bible is not a prod- judgment (Acts 25:10 & 11), but Paul uct of man. was probably freed of all charges to 8. In contrast, the Book of Mor- continue his evangelization. mon: archaeology has repeatedly In AD 64 a large part of Rome failed to substantiate the book's was destroyed by fire. Nero blamed claims of cities, persons, names or the Christians, but the finger of susplaces mentioned. picion pointed in Nero’s direction. 9. From a historical and legal per- Both Paul and Peter suffered marspective, if enough eyewitnesses are tyrdom under Nero. Nero commitalive when the facts are published, ted suicide in the summer of AD 68. it can be fairly well established the validity of a secular event. After his (v) Domitian: He was Caesar from resurrection Jesus appeared to in- 81-91 AD. It was under him that dividuals and groups. The highest John was exiled to Patmos (Revelanumber of people who saw the res- tion 1:9). urrected Lord at the same moment was a crowd of five hundred people. (vi) Herod the Great: He was the (1 Corinthians 15:6-8) first procurator (governmental rep10. Anthropology Science (study resentative) of Imperial Rome of of humanity and social cultures) Galilee. Herod the Great was inconfirms the Bible. formed by his spies about the arrival of the wise men from the East. Great Historical personalities of the NT: was his alarm when he learnt that The New Testament contains they were seeking the “King of the the name of several emperors and Jews” his own title. He saw a rival to rulers of the Roman Empire. These his sovereignty and slaughtered all people are not fiction but historical male children who are 2 years and figures and proofs of the authentic- under in Bethlehem and its viciniity of the New Testament accounts. ties (Matthew 2:1-18). Caesar was the name of a Roman After failing to kill the baby Jesus, family, of whom Caius Julius Cae- he himself died within six months af-

ter contracting a loathsome disease which raked his body with pain. (vii) Archelaus: Son of Herod the Great. He was as bad as, if not worse than his father. So questionable was his character that he was removed from office by the Romans (Matthew 2:22), and exiled to Gaul for the rest of his life. (viii) Herod Antipas: Son of Herod the Great, ruled over Galilee and Perea from 4 BC – AD 39. Jesus called him “fox” (Luke 13:32). Herod Antipas was married to the daughter of Aretas, the Nabatean king of Petra. While on a visit to Rome he became enamoured of Herodias, wife of his brother Philip. Herodias was an ambitious woman who hated her husband because he was not a ruler over any territory (he was disinherited). So seizing her opportunity, she persuaded Antipas to divorce the daughter of Aretas and marry her. Besides being an act of treachery toward Philip, it was unlawful, for Herodias was both the sister-in-law and niece of Herod. John the Baptist pointed out to Herod Antipas his terrible sin. Herodias was infuriated and she demanded that John should be punished with death. She was determined on the destruction of John. The opportunity came sooner than she expected. John was imprisoned in the Castle of Machaerus in the wild hills of Moab. John never came out alive (Matthew 14:112; Luke 3:19, 20; Mark 6:14-29). Pilate, the governor, sent Jesus under guard to Herod Antipas. To Herod, Jesus was just another religious fanatic. Mockingly he ordered Jesus to be dressed in one of his discarded royal robes and sent Him back to Pilate (Luke 23:6-12). Later Herod Antipas was banished to Spain. Herodias accompanied him, and they died there. (ix) Herod Agrippa I: He was the grandson of Herod the Great. He slew James the apostle to please the Jews. He also imprisoned Peter with the intention of executing him after the Passover (Acts 12:1-12). Agrippa’s sudden death shortly thereafter (mentioned in Acts 12:20-23) is fully recorded by the Jewish historian Josephus in his book Antiquity. (x) Herod Agrippa II: He was the son of Herod Agrippa I. He is known in history as King Herod Agrippa II, and in the New Testament as Agrippa. Paul appeared before him and Festus the Roman governor, as recorded in Acts 25:23-26 and Acts 32. He died in AD 100. (xi) Pontius Pilate: He was the governmental representative of imperial Rome in Palestine at the time of Christ (AD 26-36). After the Jews had condemned Jesus in their own courts, they brought Him to Pilate early in the morning. It was surprising he gave them an ear so early in the morning (John 18:28). He thinks of politics rather than justice and condemns an innocent man to crucifixion. Washing his hands only enhanced his guilt. Scripture is silent regarding the end of Pilate, but Eusebius, the Church historian, says Pilate ended his life in suicide.

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SunDAY 20•09•2015

INDIA

THE MORUNG EXPRESS

'Feku tha, hai': Rahul Gandhi on PM Modi's poll promises Ask voters to beware of 'suited-booted' friends of Modi

Patna, SePtember 19 (IanS): Taking pot shots at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his poll promises, Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Saturday called him a Feku. Addressing his first election rally in Bihar's West Champaran district, Gandhi targeted Modi over his various promises made during the 2014 Lok Sabha election campaign but which remain unfulfilled till date. "He had promised 2 lakh jobs, promised Rs.15 lakh in each of your accounts, to control inflation. One year of Modi government has gone. Did it happen? Has anyone got Rs.15 lakh? Has the inflation been controlled? Has anyone got employment? ... Feku tha, hai," the Congress vice president said without taking Modi's name. Loosely translated, the Hindi word Feku means someone who bluffs. On employment, Gandhi said during the Lok Sabha campaign Modi had promised to revive sugar mills in Champaran but nothing had been done in this direction. "Modi has never met poor people, workers and labourers. He has no time for them. Modi only meets people wearing costly suits," he said while people of Bihar to be wary of Modi and his "suited-booted friends" who may take away their land in the name of development.

Over Rs 10.5 lakh cash, 3112 litres liquor seized

Patna, SePtember 19 (PtI): In continuing operations to enforce the Model Code of Conduct, more than Rs 10.5 lakh unaccounted cash and 3,112 litres of illegal liquor were seized from different parts of the state today. Additional Chief Election Officer R Lakshmanan said Rs 4.52 lakh Nepali currency was seized by Sashtra Seema Bal(SSB) in East Champaran district and one person arrested in this regard. Giving details, he said Rs 5,45,895 was seized in Muzaffarpur and Rs 5,02,900 in Madhubani district. Lakshamanan said more than Rs 2.54 crore unaccounted cash has been seized so far during the special drive in view of Bihar Assembly elections. He said 3,112 litres of illegal liquor was seized during the day. With this, a total of 2,13,105 litres of illegal liquor has so far been seized in the state. He said total 651 cases have been registered for defacing public property and 112 cases of misuse of vehicles. Till date 648 arms/weapons and 2,388 cartridges have been seized and total 52,277 nonbailable warrants have been executed so far, he added.

Rahul Gandhi (Reuters Photo/File)

Gandhi warned the crowd at the rally that the uprooted landless people would find no shelter in big cities as they would be treated as outsiders and would be driven away from there too. Referring to Bihari migrants being attacked in other states for being outsiders, Gandhi said: "If the BJP government comes here, people will come here in suit-boot and demand your land. Then you would go to other states, you would be asked to go back as you don't speak their language so you would be beaten up." He said if the BJP comes to power in Patna, the suited-booted friends of the prime minister from New Delhi and Gujarat will come to grab the land of the people of Bihar. Comparing the suitedbooted culture of the Modi dispensation with the simple living of Mahatma Gan-

dhi, he said: "Gandhi ji gave up the comforts of his life to serve the people." He said while Congressmen want to mix with people, Modi and his friends were averse to the common man. Gandhi said the prime minister has distanced himself from the poor people and "they (government) want to keep their suit clean, we want to embrace 'dhoti'". "If you want to bring in "rozgar" (employment), talk to the people who need it, not to those in suits. If you want to clean the country, you have to talk to people engaged for the work. The government only makes false promises," Gandhi said. The Congress leader said: "We will create jobs in Bihar; we will give a credit of Rs.4 lakh to Bihar youth for education. If our government is formed here,

we will create employment opportunities in Bihar." He said Modi claimed that he sold tea during his childhood, "but I doubt whether it is true", adding that Modi started off as a tea seller, but his clothes changed from simple to better, from kurtas to costly suits. "If you look around, you won't find anyone wearing a suit or boot. People here are wearing torn clothes or kurtas," he said. "Modi promised to end corruption, but he protects his corrupt friends like union minister Sushma Swaraj, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje. Bihar is scheduled to have five-phase elections between October 12 to November 5 to elect the 243-member assembly. Counting of votes will take

place on November 8. BJP dubs Rahul's Champaran speech 'immature' Meanwhile, the BJP on Saturday slammed Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi for taking potshots at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and dubbed as "immature" his speech in Bihar's Champaran. "Mr. Rahul Gandhi needs a new script writer as his speeches have become stale. It was an extremely immature speech," BJP spokesperson M.J. Akbar told IANS. "At one point of time during his speech, Mr. Gandhi said that you can't take economic decisions in the company of such people who who wear costly watches and keep costly pens. He may not understand the value of a pen but a mature man does," he added.

Akbar questioned the absence of Bihar Chief Minister and Janata DalUnited leader Nitish Kumar and Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad from the Champaran rally. "It is now clear why seniors like Nitish Kumar and Lalu Prasad did not share the dais with him," he said. Taking potshots at Modi over his poll promises without taking his name, Gandhi on Saturday called him a "feku". Loosely translated, the Hindi word "feku" means someone who bluffs. "He had promised two lakh jobs, promised Rs.15 lakh in each of your accounts, to control inflation. One year of the Modi government has gone. Did it happen? Has anyone got Rs.15 lakh? Has inflation been controlled? Has anyone got employment? Feku tha, hai," the Congress vice president said without taking Modi's name.

NATION Briefs

Cong to oppose any attempt to bring back land ordinance

new DelhI, SePtember 19 (PtI): Ahead of the mega kisan rally being organised by it, Congress today vowed to fight tooth and nail any attempt to bring back the controversial land ordinance in any form. "If government tries to bring the land bill in some form or other, we will fight tooth and nail. We will not allow passage of any bill which is against the interests of farmers" senior party leader A K Antony told reporters. Antony said the danger to farmers on the issue has not totally disappeared despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement that his government would not repromulgate the Land ordinance. This was because Union Ministers have been saying that the states are free to bring their land laws, meaning thereby that there would be attempts by the backdoor to bring the bill, he said. Antony was addressing a joint press conference along with former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, senior leader Motilal Vora and party's chief spokesman Randeep Surjewala on the eve of the rally at the historic Ramleela ground.

One Indian killed, two injured in Saudi Arabia attack new DelhI, SePtember 19 (IanS): One Indian national was killed and two were injured in a mortar attack on a hospital in Saudi Arabia's Jizan region, an official said on Saturday. External affairs ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup tweeted: "According to our Consul General in Jeddah, one Indian is reported to have died and two were injured in the attack." The Yemeni Houthi rebels attacked the Samtah hospital on Friday in retaliation against Saudi Arabia-led air strikes on Yemen that began in March this year. According to reports, two Bangladeshi nationals, who were employed in the hospital, were also killed in the attack.

Phoolka quits AAP posts, to focus on 1984 riots cases new DelhI, SePtember 19 (IanS): Senior advocate H.S. Phoolka on Saturday resigned from all AAP posts, saying that after consultation with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, he decided to leave politics and focus on getting justice for the victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. "After detailed discussions with Kejriwal ji and with his approval, it has been decided collectively that I quit active politics and resign from party posts," he posted on Facebook. He said the step would enable him to devote time fully "for getting justice for the victims and punishment for the culprits such as (Congress leaders) Sajjan Kumar and Jagdish Tytler". "As much as an inherent part as I am of AAP, my dedication to the cause of 1984 remains unaltered. At this stage, where I feel I am needed more for these cases, I must not hesitate to take a step back from everything else and give the cause my undivided attention," Phoolka said. AAP spokesperson Deepak Bajpai told IANS: "He resigned only from the party posts, not from the party. He was and will always be an AAP member."

Release or face 'Jail Bharo' agitation: Hardik's follower Delhi woman kidnapped, gang-raped new DelhI, SePtember 19 (IanS): Hours after Patidar community leader Hardik Patel was detained in Gujarat on Saturday, his Patel Nav Nirman Sena demanded his release by the evening or warned of a nationwide "jail bharo" agitation. "If Hardik Patel is not released by government (Gujarat) by today (Saturday) evening then we will start massive jail bharo andolan across the country. Narendra Modi government and the state government will be responsible for it," Patel Nav Nirman Sena's national secretary Akhilesh Katiyar told IANS here. "The state government along with the central government is creating an emergency like situation in the country. They have blocked all the mode of communication, including internet, and are even tap-

Mobile Internet services banned across state after detention

ahmeDabaD, SePtember 19 (PtI): In a bid to curb spread of rumours after detention of Patel community leader Hardik, the Gujarat administration today banned mobile Internet services across the state. "We have decided to ban mobile Internet service in the state to tackle the law and order situation and to curb the rumours across Gujarat for an indefinite period," Director General of Police PC Thakur told PTI. Hardik, who has been agitating to get reservation under OBC quota for ping the phone calls of our leaders," he said, adding, "It is totally illegal and against the Indian constitution." He said,"The government's dictatorship will lead the country in a worst situation. We are doing peaceful march, rally and protest but government is

SC launches portal to track cases pending at district courts new DelhI, SePtember 19 (the hInDu): The public access portal will disseminate national, State, district and courtwise information about institution and disposal of cases on a monthly basis. Inviting the public to keep tabs on the burgeoning case pendency rates of their local courts, the Supreme Court launched the public access portal of the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) for district courts in a step towards demystification of judicial process for the ordinary citizen and what ails the justice delivery system across the country. With this, ambitious efforts to digitise court system through the eCourts Project has reached the public, encouraging the litigants and the general public to watch the pendency graphs and, may be in the future, suggest solutions against justice delayed. The NJDG already has information of 1.94 crore pending cases out of ap-

proximately 2.7 crore cases in district courts, except those in Madhya Pradesh and Delhi, where case data is being migrated to the national version of case information software. The public access portal — designed under the guidance of Chief Justice of India H.L. Dattu and inaugurated by the apex court’s eCommittee chief Justice Madan B. Lokur — will disseminate for the public national, State, district and court-wise information about institution and disposal of cases on a monthly basis. It would also separately provide data and details of cases filed by senior citizens and women. “With this, the figures of pendency of district judiciary courts across the country, in aggregate for country and States as well as individual court/judges are left open for being accessed by anyone visiting the National eCourts portal ‘ecourts.gov.in’,” a Supreme Court statement said.

his community, was today detained by the Surat city police ahead of his Ekta Rally. According to a notification issued by Ahmedabad city Police Commissioner Shivanand Jha, mobile Internet services have been banned from this afternoon to 12 PM on September 20. Jha in the notification said the action has been taken to curb rumours after Hardik's detention and to control the law and order situation. Soon after the 22 year-old leader's detention, Surat district collector issued

not giving permission at all. It feels like we are living in Syria not in India." He requested Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel to "release Hardik Patel immediately and give us permission for the peaceful march and accept our reservation demand."

notification putting ban on mobile Internet services for 24 hours. In Rajkot also, mobile Internet services have been prohibited for a week, said District Collector Manisha Chandra. Gujarat had witnessed violence after Hardik's detention on August 25, in which ten people were killed in the state and property of crores was damaged as well. Then too, the state administration had banned mobile Internet services for around a week to prevent rumours.

"And if our demands are not fulfilled 27 crore people will protest across the nation," he warned the chief minister. Patidar leader Hardik Patel was detained by Gujarat Police along with 50 supporters when they attempted to launch an 'Ekta Rally' in

Surat on Saturday morning. The rally, which the police said was 'unauthorised', was intended to press for caste-based reservations for the Patel community. The agitation is being spearheaded by the Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS).

new DelhI, SePtember 19 (IanS): A woman was kidnapped here in a Meru cab by three people, one of whom was known to her, and then driven to a shop where she was gang-raped, police said on Saturday. The 37-year-old woman was driven around west Delhi early Friday and later taken to a shop where two more men waited. She was gang-raped there. In her complaint, the woman said she was gang-raped in a puncture repair shop. "On the basis of the woman's complaint, a case of gang-rape and abduction has been registered. All the accused have been arrested," said Deputy Commissioner of Police (West) Pushpendra Kumar. "The woman was kidnapped in Sagarpur near Paschim Vihar and gang-raped at a shop in Peeragarhi. The shop is about 15 km away from the spot from where she was kidnapped," said a police officer. The woman is separated from her husband and lives in Sagarpur along with her three children. She said she left home at 10.30 p.m. on Thursday to fetch coconut water and medicine from a nearby mar-

ket. She was walking towards the market when a Meru cab stopped next to her. Two men who were sitting in the rear seat overpowered her and pulled her inside the car. They gagged her and threatened to kill her if she screamed for help. "The three men (including a driver known to her) drove her around on west Delhi roads for over an hour during which they were talking to somebody on mobile phone," the officer added. The woman said two men waited for them at the shop in Peeragarhi. "The five took turns to rape her," the officer said. At around 4.30 a.m., the accused let off the woman and threatened her with dire consequences if she approached police. But the woman informed police. A medical examination confirmed has rape. Meru cabs spokesperson described the incident unfortunate and said: "Meru provided full support to the police by identifying the location of the vehicle, residence address of the driver and background details. This helped the police confiscate the vehicle and nab the driver within hours."

Beef and meat bans cast shadow over Eid-ul-Azha new DelhI, SePtember 19 (IanS): With hundreds of families across the country preparing Eid-ulAzha in the last week of September, the ban on sale of meat, including beef, has come as a huge setback for the traders who were expecting a good business during the festive season. Akbar Qureshi, a meat trader in the Mankhurd area of Mumbai, is a worried man since the ban on beef came into force in Maharashtra in March this year under the Maharashtra Animal Preservation (Amendment) Act, 1995. Since then, he has been able to sell very little buffalo meat and is in danger of running out of customers. "People don't eat buffalo meat that much. I would earlier sell some 100 kilograms of beef daily, but now I hardly sell 40 kilograms of buffalo meat," he said. Akbar is just one among hundreds of traders, dealers and suppliers whose business has been severely

affected by the beef ban in the state. While Maharashtra and Haryana had banned beef earlier, many other states including Gujarat and Chhattisgarh and cities like Mumbai and its suburbs have recently introduced temporary bans on sale and possession of meat for varying number of days in respect of 'Paryushan,' a Jain fasting season. The ban on beef comes even as India has emerged as the world's top exporter of beef since last year. As per data released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in April this year, India has doubled its beef export from 1.26 million tonnes in 2011-12 to 2.40 million tonnes in 2014-15. Beef ban means no exports either. Anwar Khan owns Al-Saba exports, a meat exporting company in Mumbai. He is facing huge losses. "My monthly turnover was around Rs. 2.5 crore. But now I have lost everything and had to fire over

A butcher cuts up portions of beef for sale in an abattoir at a wholesale market in Mumbai May 11, 2014. (Reuters Photo/File)

100 employees," said Khan. "We are running short of buffaloes here, due to which it is impossible to do business," he added. Jammu and Kashmir became the latest addition to this list when the state High Court directed the authorities on September 10 to strictly enforce a 150-year-old erstwhile Dogra-rule-era provision

of ban on sale and distribution of beef in the state. Shabir Ahmad, along with his family, has domesticated a bullock to sacrifice this Eid. He is worried about being able to do that due to the ban. "I would graze the bullock for hours after my day work and would give fodder to keep him in good health," Shabir said.

Beef is particularly useful since it is cheap and hence bull or bullocks are preferred by many rural families over sheep or goat for the animal sacrifice during the Eid-ulAzha. Moreover, in religious convention, while a goat or sheep qualifies a single person for the sacrificial obligations, a bovine animal qualifies seven people. "I can't afford a separate

sheep or goat individually for every family member," Ahmad added. Given the religious implications of the ban, the decision has invited harsh criticism from not only the ordinary Kashmiris but also religious bodies. Jamaate-Islami, one of the largest such bodies in the Valley, has termed the decision as totally 'unacceptable'. G.M. Bhat, Ameer of the Jamaat, said, "It is absolutely not possible to convince the Muslim community to go against their own religion; so we oppose it." To protest against the ban, the Valley also observed a two-day strike on the call given by the Hurriyat led by Syed Ali Shah Geelani. He termed the court's decision as interference in religious affairs. Geelani said, "If India boasts of being a secular country, then everyone has a right to practice one's religion. However, this controversial decision has taken away the freedom of the Muslims only."

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Croatia says 'forcing' Hungary to take in migrants BELI MANASTIR, CRoATIA/BEREMEND, HuNgARy, SEpTEMBER 19 (REuTERS): Croatia said on Saturday it had “forced” Hungary to take in thousands of migrants and would continue sending them to its northern neighbour, amid deepening discord and disarray in Europe over the biggest westwards migration in decades. More than 20,000 migrants, many of them Syrian refugees, have streamed into Croatia since Hungary on Tuesday barred their route to the European Union through its southern border with Serbia with a metal fence, tear gas and water cannon. Warning it was losing control, Croatian Prime Minister Zoran Milanovic said his country would give them food, water and medical attention, and send them on their way. There were increasingly ugly exchanges between the two countries, reflecting the anger and ill-feeling between the EU’s 28 member states over what to do with the hundreds of thousands of migrants reaching its shores, fleeing war and poverty in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. EU leaders are to hold a summit on Wednesday, trying again to reach agreement on how to share out about 120,000 people. Even then, more are on their way, flowing by the several thousand every day over Balkans borders having reached Greece from Turkey by boat and dinghy. Hungary said more than 5,000 had crossed from Croatia by bus and train on Fri-

Finland starts checks on refugees at Swedish border

A migrant holds a child as they wait at the Croatia-Slovenia border crossing at Rigonce, Croatia on September 19, 2015. (Reuters Photo)

day. More were expected on Saturday and at least 20 buses on the Hungarian side of the border lined up in the village of Beremend waiting to pick them up. "There was no agreement (with Hungary). We forced them, by sending people up there. And we’ll keep doing it," Milanovic told reporters in the northeastern town of Beli Manastir, from where many of the buses and trains have been leaving for the short trip to Hungary.

China calls for responsibility as it pushes North Korea talks again BEIJINg, SEpTEMBER 19 (REuTERS): China called on Saturday for all parties involved in talks on North Korea's nuclear programme to adopt a responsible attitude and not take any action to exacerbate tension, as it pushed again for a resumption of the stalled negotiations. This week, the North announced a plan to fire a long-range rocket that it says is for a space programme. It also said it was working to improve its nuclear arsenal. North Korea is expected to launch an upgraded long-range ballistic missile, which would violate international sanctions, as it prepares to celebrate the anniversary of the founding of its ruling Workers' Party of Korea on Oct. 10. Any such launch would violate international sanctions. "We call on all sides to adopt a responsible attitude toward the peninsula as well as the region of northeast Asia, and never again take any new action that could lead to tensions in the situation there,"

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told an academic forum on the North Korea talks issue, without directly mentioning any country. While China has been angered by North Korea's provocative behaviour, it has also been critical of military exercises staged by South Korea and the United States for exacerbating tension. South Korea has been restrained in its response to the North's latest tough talk though, a sign it does not want to disrupt a fragile improvement in ties after negotiations ended a tense standoff last month. "If there is war or chaos on the peninsula, it benefits no one," Wang added. "If denuclearisation issue is not resolved, there is no way the peninsula will be stable, and it will be difficult for northeast Asia to be at peace." In 2005, North Korea reached an agreement with the United States, South Korea, China, Japan and Russia to suspend its nuclear programme in return for diplomatic rewards and energy assistance.

Hungarian soldiers are racing to build a fence like the one on the border with Serbia along a stretch of the Croatian frontier too, and have rolled out coils of razor wire. Milanovic was dismissive of the move. "Borders can only be closed by brute force," he said, "and that means killing." On Croatia’s western flank, 1,200 migrants have crossed into Slovenia, like Hungary a member of Europe’s Schengen zone of border-free travel. Crowds were

building on Saturday at border crossings, kept back by riot police who briefly fired pepper spray late on Friday. Police began letting through small groups. SLOVENIAN CORRIDOR? "I feel frustrated, we’re so tired," said Siha, 35, from the Syrian city of Aleppo, the country’s commercial hub reduced in many parts to rubble since the Syrian war began in 2011. With two small children, she was waiting on a bridge in

no-man’s land at the Harmica border crossing into Slovenia. “We left Turkey 10 days ago. The trip was very dangerous for the kids. I decided to leave Syria because I want my kids to have a comfortable life, to study,” Siha said. Slovenian Prime Minister Miro Cerar said he would discuss with neighbouring countries the possibility of creating a “corridor” through the country if the influx became too much.

Hungary said it would send a diplomatic protest note to Croatia. In a telephone call with his Croatian counterpart, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto asked why Croatia was sending “thousands of unregistered immigrants” to their border “in complete violation of European law”, the Foreign Ministry said. The migrants entering Hungary from Croatia were being registered and sent to reception centres near the

HELSINKI, SEpTEMBER 19 (REuTERS): Finland on Saturday started border checks for asylum seekers arriving from Sweden in the northern town of Tornio, while people there demonstrated against a growing influx of refugees. "From now on, people crossing border in Tornio will be checked by a procedure led by the police", the interior ministry said in a statement. The ministry said asylum seekers can no longer continue their journey from Tornio to elsewhere in Finland without registering as asylum seekers. "The situation up north is uncontrollable. People have continued from there to any police station in Finland," Paivi Nerg from the ministry told the online edition of Helsingin Sanomat daily. According to public broadcaster YLE, about hundred Finns gathered for a demonstration at Tornio border, with signs saying "Close the borders!" The government said on Friday that more than 11,000 asylum seekers, most from Iraq, have come to Finland so far this year, compared to just 3,600 in the whole last year. Last week, Finland agreed to accept its two percent share of 120,000 asylum seekers to be relocated across European Union states, but said it remained opposed to a mandatory quotas. The government is looking to lower asylum seekers' cash benefit, now 316 euros ($356) a month for a single adult without meals, and aims to cut social integration benefits. It is also planning to increase capital gains tax and income tax on high earners to help pay for higher immigration costs. Austrian border, from where they would likely cross to Austria and on to Germany, the favoured destination for the vast majority. An aide to right-wing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban suggested Budapest may block Croatia’s accession to Europe’s Schengen zone "if Croatia puts up its hands and says, 'No', I don't want to defend the borders.” Late on Friday, with tempers fraying, Hungary said it had “seized” a Cro-

Japan enacts bills easing pacifist constitution's limits on military ToKyo, SEpTEMBER 19 (REuTERS): Japan's parliament voted into law on Saturday a defence policy shift that could let troops fight overseas for the first time since 1945, a milestone in Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's push to loosen the limits of the pacifist constitution on the military. Abe says the shift, the biggest change in Japan's defence policy since the creation of its post-war military in 1954, is vital to meet new challenges such as from a rising China. But the legislation has triggered massive protests from ordinary citizens and others who say it violates the pacifist constitution and could ensnare Japan in U.S.-led conflicts after 70 years of post-war peace. Abe's ratings have also taken a hit. The legislation "is necessary to protect the people's lives and peaceful way of living and is for the purpose of preventing wars," Abe told reporters after the bills were approved by the upper house. "I want to keep explaining the laws tenaciously and courteously."

Japan's ally the United States has welcomed the changes but China, where bitter memories of Japan's wartime aggression run deep, has repeatedly expressed concern about the legislation. China's Foreign Ministry said the move was "unprecedented". "We solemnly urge Japan to learn the lessons of history ... uphold the path of peaceful development and act cautiously in the areas of the military and security, and do more to help push regional peace and stability rather than the opposite," it said. The bills, already approved by parliament's lower house, were voted into law by the upper chamber in the early hours of Saturday despite opposition parties' efforts to block a vote by submitting censure motions and a noconfidence motion against Abe's cabinet in the lower house. All were defeated. A key feature of the laws is an end to a long-standing ban on exercising the right of collective self-defence, or defending the United States or another friendly

country that comes under attack, in cases where Japan faces a "threat to its survival". Thousands of demonstrators have rallied near parliament every day this week, chanting "Scrap the war bills" and "Abe resign". Large crowds were still protesting into the early hours of Saturday. The protests have called to mind those that forced Abe's grandfather, Nobusuke Kishi, to resign 55 years ago after forcing a U.S.-Japan security treaty through parliament. The revisions also expand the scope for logistics support for the militaries of the United States and other

countries, and for participation in peace-keeping. The changes still leave Japan constrained in overseas military operations by legal limits and a deeply rooted public anti-war mindset. "Even if the constitution is revised, among the Japanese people no one is thinking of going to foreign lands for the purpose of exercising force," former defence minister Itsunori Onodera told Reuters in an interview earlier this week. "I think Japan will maintain that stance from now on as well." Critics, however, say the changes make a mockery of the pacifist constitu-

tion and deplore what they see as Abe's authoritarian mode of pushing for enactment of the bills. Opposition to the legislation brought together both liberals keen to preserve Japan's pacifist principles and conservative critics of what they consider Abe's authoritarian tactics. "The content, process and doctrine of the security bills ... risk reversing the path we have walked for the past 70 years as a country of peace and democracy," Yukio Edano, secretarygeneral of the opposition Democratic Party, told parliament's lower house ahead of the no-confidence vote against Abe. Abe won a second three-year term as ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) chief earlier this month and faces no immediate danger of being unseated, but voter distaste for the new laws could hurt the ruling bloc in an election next year. "The people’s revolt will continue toward the next election one way or another," said Keio University professor Yoshihide Soeya.

Scottish nationalist leader says UK “living on borrowed time” LoNDoN, SEpTEMBER 19 (REuTERS): The United Kingdom is "living on borrowed time" if the government fails to listen to Scottish voters, Scottish nationalist leader Nicola Sturgeon said on Friday, the first anniversary of an independence referendum. Sturgeon, who saw her Scottish National Party (SNP) take nearly all parliamentary seats in Scotland in May's national election, told Prime Minister David Cameron to start taking Scotland seriously or risk losing 8 percent of the population. Scots voted by 55-45 percent in September last year to reject independence, but surging support for the SNP and the election of a pro-austerity Conservative government in London has spurred talk of a new referendum to end the more than 300-year-old union between England and Scotland. Sturgeon said the SNP's rise was being driven by the government's failure to deliver on a promise of more

powers for Scotland as well as pushing ahead with austerity and renewing Britain's nuclear weapons arsenal despite opposition in Scotland, where it is based. "What happens to support for independence in the months and years to come will depend as much on what you do as it will on what we do," Sturgeon warned Cameron in a speech to supporters. "Right now, you are living on borrowed time. If you continue to ignore Scotland's voice, if you continue to disrespect the choice that people across this country made in May, more and more people will conclude that Westminster simply cannot deliver for Scotland." A promised vote on Britain's membership of the European Union has also fuelled passions in Scotland, which is more EU friendly than England, adding to the number of policy difficulties facing Cameron in his first majority government. Cameron has ruled out a second Scottish inde-

pendence vote, saying all sides had agreed to respect last year's result and it was "time to move on". THE VOW Sturgeon, who is wary of pushing for another vote until she is sure the nationalists can win, has said the SNP will include triggers for a second referendum in its manifesto for Scottish elections in May 2016. If such triggers are met,

the London-based government could find it difficult to refuse another vote to break up the United Kingdom, the world's fifth-largest economy. Many of those who backed her party in May do not support independence but believed having SNP lawmakers in Westminster was the best way to make sure Scotland's voice was heard. "It would be wrong to propose another referen-

dum without a fundamental change of circumstances or a strong indication that a significant number of those who voted 'No' last year had changed their minds," Sturgeon said. "But let me say this, it would also be wrong, in the face of a clear and material shift in circumstances or in public opinion, for any one politician or party to rule out another referendum indefinitely."

She said if Scotland was taken out of the EU against its will in the referendum due by the end of 2017, then demand for a second independence vote could be "unstoppable". The Scottish debate is being echoed in Spain, where a long political struggle over Catalan independence is set to intensify with a regional election on Sept. 27. In an echo of a important issue during the Scottish independence campaign, the European Commission said on Thursday that if any part of a member state broke away, it must also exit the European Union. Spain's El Pais newspaper said the message was aimed at Catalonia, whose pro-independence leaders have said they would announce a unilateral breakaway if they win the regional election. But it could equally apply to Scotland. Some in Britain's opposition Labour Party, which has only one lawmaker left in Scotland, hope the election of Jeremy Corbyn as

their new leader could help give their party a second chance there and dent the nationalists' momentum. Corbyn campaigned on an anti-austerity ticket and, like the SNP, opposes the renewal of Britain's Trident nuclear weapons. The SNP says the government has failed to deliver on "the vow", a promise of more powers for Scotland made in the final days of campaigning before Sept. 18, 2014, vote after opinion polls showed a surge in Scottish separatist support. While a YouGov poll this month found just 9 percent of Scots surveyed believed it had been delivered in full, it also showed 95 percent said they had voted the right way in the referendum. "We all agreed...the independence referendum should be a 'once in a generation'," Cameron said in comments marking the first anniversary of the referendum. "Some may want to obsess about separation, but I am focused on delivering devolution."

atian train carrying migrants to the Hungarian town of Magyarboly, disarmed the police escorting it and arrested the driver. A Hungarian government spokesman said the incident “raised the suspicion of a border violation”. But a statement by the Hungarian police on Saturday said the Croatian officers were unarmed and escorted back to the border. Milanovic said the Hungarians were “just showing off.”

First 'tree of life' encompassing all of life created NEw yoRK, SEpTEMBER 19 (IANS): Tracing back to the beginning of life on Earth more than 3.5 billion years ago, scientists have created the first "tree of life" for the roughly 2.3 million named species of animals, plants, fungi and microbes. Tens of thousands of smaller trees have been built over the years for select branches of the tree of life--some containing upwards of 100,000 species-but this is the first time those results have been combined into a single tree that encompasses all of life, the study said. A collaborative effort among 11 institutions, the tree depicts the relationships among living things as they diverged from one another over time. Understanding how the millions of species on Earth are related to one another helps scientists discover new drugs, increase crop and livestock yields, and trace the origins and spread of infectious diseases such as human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), Ebola and influenza. "This is the first real attempt to connect the dots and put it all together," said principal investigator Karen Cranston from Duke University in Durham, US. "Think of it as Version 1.0," Cranston noted. Rather than build the tree of life from scratch, the researchers pieced it together by compiling thousands of smaller chunks that had already been published online and merging them into a gigantic "supertree" that encompasses all named species. "Many participants on the project contributed hundreds of hours tracking down and cleaning up thousands of trees from the literature, then selecting 484 of them that were used to generate the draft tree of life," study first author Cody Hinchliff from University of Idaho in the US. Combining the 484 trees was a painstaking process that took three years to complete, Stephen Smith, assistant professor at University of Michigan in the US, pointed out. The end result is a digital resource that is available free online for anyone to use or edit, much like a "Wikipedia" for evolutionary trees.

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Nadal wins on return to leander might retire after rio olympics, says father national duty for spain NEw DELhI, SEptEmBER 19 (IANS): Leander Paes, one of the greatest tennis players India has produced, might retire after the 2016 Rio Olympics if he does not perform well. Leander's father Vece Paes said that the tennis star is quite focussed on qualifying and playing the Olympics next year and his future will depend on his performance at the mega sporting event. "If he does well at the Olympics then there would be reason for him to play longer. If he does not do too well at the Olympics, then the chances are that he would probably retire," the elder Paes told IANS in an interview. "But that is his choice! We have not really discussed it. He is working on his game this year and then

we go to next year and then we will see what happens." Vece, who was a hockey player and was also part of the bronze medal winning Indian team at the 1972 Munich Olympics, said that his son wants to play in both men's and mixed doubles in the Brazilian metropolis in 2016. "He hopes to play in the 2016 Rio Olympics with Rohan Bopanna in men's doubles and with Sania Mirza in mixed doubles. That's the plan so far," said Vece. If Leander plays in Rio de Janeiro, it would be his seventh Olympics since playing for the first time at the 1992 Barcelona Games. The 42-year-old is the only Indian to win an Olympic medal in tennis -- a men's singles bronze from the 1996 Atlanta

Games. Last time at the 2012 London Olympics, Leander partnered Vishnu Vardhan in men's doubles and Sania in mixed. "Basically he has got to see out this year and then he has got another four or five tournaments because he is short of ranking points in men's doubles. So that will take him to the end of the year," said Vece. "Then he has got the IPTL (International Premier Tennis League) at the end of the year. From January to August he will be focussing on picking up points to qualify for the Olympics." 2015 has been a great year for the Indian tennis legend. He won three Grand Slam mixed doubles titles -- Australian Open, Wimbledon and US Open -- all with Swiss great Martina Hingis.

Vettel gives Ferrari pole in singapore

Rafael Nadal of Spain during his Davis Cup tennis match against Denmark in Odense, Denmark September 18. (REUTERS)

BARCELONA, SEptEmBER 19 (REutERS): Rafa Nadal returned to Davis Cup action for the first time in two years on Friday with his victory putting Spain ahead in a Group One relegation playoff against Denmark. The 14-times grand slam champion, short of form and beaten in the third round of the U.S. Open by Fabio Fognini, overcame world number 909 Mikael Torpegaard 6-4 6-3 6-2. The 29-yearold's last appearance was against Ukraine in 2013, since when the five-times champions have tumbled out of the World Group, and he was joined by David Ferrer as Spain established a 2-0 lead on day one. Nadal did not have things all his own way against Torpegaard, who

had three break points to take a 5-4 lead in the opening set before Nadal regained control. In the World Group playoffs, Switzerland's big guns Roger Federer and Stanislas Wawrinka helped their country into a 2-0 lead against the Netherlands, although Wawrinka was given a huge scare before beating Thiemo de Bakker in five sets. Nadal's U.S. Open conqueror Fognini beat Russian teenager Andrey Rublev to leave Italy tied at 1-1 after the first day of their World Group playoff in Irkutsk. The United States, 32-times champions, were locked at 1-1 with Uzbekistan after Steve Johnson lost a five-setter to Denis Istomin before Jack Sock levelled things up with victory over Farrukh Dustov in Tashkent.

SINgApORE, SEptEmBER 19 (REutERS): Mercedes' 15-month domination of Formula One qualifying came to a shuddering halt on Saturday when Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel snatched pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix. Mercedes had started at the front of the grid in each of the last 23 grands prix, dating back to the middle of last year, and needed just one more to equal the all-time record, set by the Williams team in the early 1990s. But the Silver Arrows pairing of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg were unable to keep up with the Ferrari and Red Bull teams, who staged their own highspeed battle for pole. Vettel came out on top, giving Ferrari their first pole position since 2012 with a masterful lap around the floodlit Singaporean track. The German, a threetime winner in Singapore when he was with his previous team Red Bull, contin-

Ferrari Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel of Germany drives during the qualifying session of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix at the Marina Bay street circuit September 19. (REUTERS)

ued his love affair with the tricky street circuit by setting the fastest qualifying time of one minute 43.885 seconds. Vettel's pole position was the 46th of his career. His last was in 2013, when he was with Red Bull. The 28-year-old was more than half a second clear of Australia's Daniel Ricciardo, who booked his spot on the front row for Red Bull with the second best time. Finland's Kimi Raik-

konen was third quickest for Ferrari and Russia's Daniil Kvyat fourth for Red Bull. Hamilton, who had started from pole in 11 of the previous 12 races this season, could only manage fifth spot, with Rosberg starting alongside him in sixth. Dripping with sweat on a hot and humid night in the Southeast Asian state, Vettel climbed from his cockpit and celebrated like he had won the race. "I'm surprised by the

margin but I think it just came together. It was near perfect," Vettel said. Mercedes have been unstoppable for the past two seasons but the advantage they have with their superior engines is largely negated on slower, tighter circuits such as Singapore, which has 23 turns. Held at night against the backdrop of the city's skyscrapers, Singapore provides one of motor racing's great spectacles on and off the track.

18 teams to compete for 10th Imchaba Trophy mOkOkChuNg, SEptEmBER 19 (DIpR): The 10th Imchaba Master Memorial Nagaland Open Volleyball Trophy is scheduled to be held from September 22 to 25 at Multi Sports Complex, Mokokchung. Altogether 18 (eighteen) teams will be competing for the trophy during the four day tournament. The teams include Sporting Club, Mangkolemba, Longsa Sports Association, Striking Tenth 10th NAP (IRC) BN, Adventure Club, Changtongya, Lakhuni Sporting Club, Evergreen Club Ungma, Friends United Club Chakpa, Sporting Club Tuli, Lenjet Club Changtongya, Young Stallion N.P Colony, Zunheboto, Likhum Sporting Club Lonjemdang, Tongden Club Chungtia B, Leeri Club Mokokchung, Citizen Club Longsa ‘A’, Citizen Club Longsa ‘B’, Young Star Sporting Club Unger, Tong-

den club Chungtia ‘A’, and Dolphin Club Mekuli. The winner will walk away with a cash of Rs.70, 000/- (along with a running trophy), runners-up will be awarded with Rs.45, 000/-, third prize Rs.30, 000/-, fourth prize Rs.20, 000/- besides individual awards for best spiker, best setter and player of the tournament. The organizer (MDVA) will also give Rs.5000/each to all participating teams as grant except for the final four and minimum traveling allowance to those teams from outside the district. Parliamentary Secretary, Youth Resources & Sports, Khriehu Liezietsu will grace the closing programme as the Chief Guest while Executive Engineer (NH) Mokokchung Division, Chubatoshi will grace the inaugural function as the Chief guest.

public discourse

Reject false icons

he Nagaland government’s various justifications on the building of a museum-cum-library hall in Kohima is all but absurd. In the first place itself, this ‘rani’ Gaidinliu, who is she? What has she done for us Nagas to be thankful to her? What she did contribute to the Nagas and toward the Naga freedom movement? A person like her does not deserve any accolade, at least not here in Nagaland. The highest justification given of her by the Nagaland government is “national freedom fighter” and apparently, which it can do nothing about since it is decided by the Central government. Alright, cool! She might be a “national freedom fighter”, but the fact that stands out is that she is not from Nagaland and she did not fight on behalf of the Nagas, to say the least. The point this author is trying to make is loud and clear with the few above mentioned lines. Having said that, the state government could have made efforts to build a museum-cum-library hall instead, in honor and memory of many stalwarts and personalities of Nagaland. For instance, Dr. T. Ao, A.Z Phizo, P. Shilu Ao, T.N Angami, Vizol Angami etc. The list goes on and on. Even if the government does not strive to build such a thing, the least it could do is get its priorities straight. Instead of having to build such unnecessary and useless monuments in honor of false icons, the state government in the first place itself, should strive to build good roads, 24/7 electricity ( that might be a little ambitious, yeah?) , build sports stadiums, focus on educational upliftment in Nagaland and such similar undertakings, which would really benefit the people of Nagaland. The building which is already underway in Kohima should be a matter of great disturbance to the Nagas and especially to those in Kohima. One should understand that this is a strategy of the Hindutva movement to gain entry and make solid ground in Nagaland, and what better time than now to achieve this Hindutva goal? Maybe the Nagaland government will also be paid under the table in exchange for this favor. I mean, don’t get me wrong but it is always a possibility, since this great land of the brave Nagas is cash-strapped. Of course, the people of Nagaland won’t even get a dime. The Angami Public Organization (APO) must make every effort to stop the realization of the building because if we do not, there is every chance that this will be an example for other such developments to crop up. It is not simplyabout opposing. It is also about our beliefs, what we stand for and who we are. We might be poor, hungry, debt-ridden, lost and confused, but one thing we must be very clear of is that we will not sell our pride and honor for false icons and heretics and even more so, OUR LAND. Thus, in this particular issue, I trust the Angami Public Organization (APO) in undertaking the right steps in the larger interests of the Nagas. This Gaidinliu was a heretic and anti-Naga. She is not even acknowledged among the Naga nationalist groups. She and her Heraka movement was aligned to the Hindutva group Sanghparivar in the 1970s. Erecting a building in her honor just doesn’t sound good to the senses. Lastly, this author would like to set the record straight by pointing out that this article is not pointed toward any tribe in particular nor is malice in any form intended. We do not seek enmity among Nagas or even against any community. The truth must be known to everyone and thus, ends with this. Long live Nagaland! I Longkumer

A Wooden Table of rani Gaidinliu

ntil recent times, the history and culture of the north eastern region of India do not find a place of reference in nationalistic history. Like many other freedom fighters of Pre independence era of the north eastern region of India, Rani Gaidinliu, had fought against the British Administration for the independence of the country. She bridged the gap of national understanding on the freedom struggle, by joining in the freedom struggle. Historically, as well as socio-culturally, the north eastern region of India was one homogenous geographical unit. The message of the Indian Non Co-operation Movement of Mahatma Gandhi had reached the interior places of Naga hills. Rani Gaidinliu was inspired by the Non Cooperation Movement of Mahatma Gandhi, not only as the means of attaining freedom, but also as an way of achieving self reliance and economic freedom, by promoting traditional arts and crafts of Naga hills. The struggle for freedom of native country from foreign rule attained momentum under Mahatma Gandhi, and Mahatma Gandhi began economic war by means of boycott of the British goods and revolutionized production of native traditional and indigenous crafts. This he had aimed against the imperialistic design of the British rule. History records this movement led by Mahatma Gandhi as the “swadeshi movement “. Rani Gaidinliu professed such a war against the British because the British had completely neglected the hills; nothing particular was done to change and improve the condition of the hill people and the condition of the people remain almost the same as that of their pre literate stage of economy. Rani Gaidinliu found a true meaning of reviving of the

Wooden Table of Rani Gaidinliu standing on which Mahatma Gandhi delivered his speech in Golaghat in 1921. (courtesy : Sri Apurba Barua, Golaghat)

traditional arts and craft of the Nagas and she supported ‘swadeshi movement ‘and opened a Naga Technical School of her own, wherein the native traditional crafts and indigenous technological products were cultured for the sustainability of the Naga traditional arts, crafts and technology. One evidence, of her attachment towards the Naga traditional craft, could be found in an wooden table, manufactured to present by herself to Mahatma Gandhi, as a token of the swadeshi movement , that she had popularized in the Naga hills then. This wooden table still exists in the residence of the late Maheswar Barua, the then Congress President of the Golaghat District Congress, Assam, during the year 1921. Memory of

Rani Gaidinliu and her vision of the economic freedom of Nagaland, is associated with this wooden table of the year 1921 In the year 1921, Mahatma Gandhi came to Assam. He had travelled many places in Assam and had addressed public in different places of Assam, inspiring to fight for freedom of India. On this occasion, Mahatma Gandhi came to upper Assam by train from Guwahati. Mahatma Gandhi was accompanied by Tarun Ram Phukan, Gopinath Bardoloi, and others. Rani Gaidinliu with three other Naga girls welcomed Mahatma Gandhi at the Manipur Road Railway Station, now Dimapur Railway Station, and had accompanied Mahatma Gandhi by boarding that train to Golaghat. Rani Gaidinliu had offered this wooden table for Mahatma Gandhi and carried the table to Golaghat. This table was made of Burmese teak wood and now bear coffee color look. The table is round, 60cm in diameter and 60cm in height. Standing on this table, on 29th January 1921 in Golaghat town, Mahatma Gandhi delivered his speech to a large crowd. Technically, the table is cut out of a single block of wood in wood pecker’s method. Retaining the four posts, the other parts of the timber had been methodically removed to provide an overall round shape to the table. Traditionally too, this method of carving out of wooden tables out of a single log of wood is found continued in Nagaland. After a few years this table will be one hundred years old. This wooden table of Rani Gaidinliu is now a source of history and testimony of the glorious episode of the history of Indian Freedom Movement, which broke out against British imperialism in north eastern India. Dr H.N.Dutta,, Vice Chancellor, The Global Open University Nagaland

Air connectivity in the North-East vis-a-vis Nagaland (Part-I)

ivil aviation industry has been witnessing an era of renaissance and expansion at present, driven by factors such as Low Cost Carrier (LCC), Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in aviation sector and the need for air connectivity across the nation resulting in joint ventures and Partnership Corporation. With the growing emphasis on regional connectivity by the Central Government, aviation gain a new face lift and momentum reaching and touching the lives of the common. The Centre realizing the progress and development of the country depend on all round connectivity and communication to the remotest corner of the country especially the North Eastern region which had been deprived of development due to poor communication with the rest of the country. To boost economic growth and development of this region, the centre introduces the ‘Look East’ policy to facilitate better communication and connectivity. The recently proposed setting up of green airfield/ airport and up-gradation of the existing airport in the region, imply the seriousness of the government. But the real implementation and realization of these projects lie entirely on dedication and commitment of the states involved. The North Eastern region, with its rich

and colourful culture, biodiversity of flora and fauna and the exceptional natural beauty, is still lagging behind the rest of the country due to poor connectivity and communication with the rest of the world. To facilitate the economic growth and development of this region, it is imperative that this region be well connected with rail, road and air transport. Road and rail transport been facing unavoidable hardship and difficulties due to topographic inconveniences, the possible option left is the less explored mode of transport in the region which is air transport. There has been number of government undertakings and private investments to initiate and develop air connectivity in the region but not so much to the satisfactory of the people of this region.Air transport in the North- Eastern states is still in pathetic condition. Except to Guwahati, most airlines do not even operate to and from these states and if at all operate, very less frequency of flights with numerous delays and cancellations, much to the agony and discomfort of the fliers, sometimes harassment to the passengers to and from these states. In this modern times, where speed and time are the most valuable assets, it is high time that this part of the country be well connected easy, fast and efficient de-

velopment and progress of the region in particular and the country in general. Some of the prominent difficulties and problems faced by airlinersoperating in the region are poor airport facilities and its maintenance, insufficient/short runways to operate bigger aircrafts, lack of aviation professionals to manned its operation in the region and less number of air travellers, besides the inevitable hilly landscape. The effects of lack of aviation professionals like pilots and aircraft engineers in the region is that these professionals have to be outsourced from other mainland states or countries which cause hostile and unaccounted personal gap due to completely different culture, custom, opinion, way of living and habits of the North Eastern region which create negative energy, misunderstanding and discouragement to the region’s growth. With these substantial ground realities bottlenecking the North East region, it is commendable on the part of this region to find innovative feasible ways to create a positive, viable and efficient solution to manage and nurture the growth of aviation sector in this region. A careful study and thorough observation considering topography of the region,prevailing airport facilities, professional manpower, distance of flight and

inflow of air passengers, indicates that the most feasible and viable air services of the region, would be the operation of small and medium aircrafts of 5 to 30 passenger capacity with more frequency of flights within the capital cities of the North Eastern states and out of the region connecting major metros. Short Distance Takeoff and Landing (STOL) aeroplanes which require short runways and green airfield for its operation, complemented by its fuel efficiency, are ideal for the region, taking into consideration the distance and flight time between various North Eastern State capitals, each of which are a short flight distance away from each other. These aeroplanes have better fuel efficiency which means lower operating cost and hence cheaper services. Another major advantage is the operation of these aircrafts requires less number of professional manpower whereby handful of aviation professional of the region can manned its operation thereby avoiding outsourced professionals, creating a network of reliability and trust providing more frequency of flight services within and out of the region filling the much needed gap of air transport. Visato Kiso, Quality Manager, Assam Flying Club, Guwahati International Airport.

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Chieli Music Series 2015 presented by Chieli Music Academy, Kohima held a Concerto for Violin and Piano on September 19 at Ura Academy Hall, Kohima. The concerto featured Nourhevilie Khate and Neilhoukholie Chielie on the violin and Visahu Peseye on the piano. The musicians performed compositions of Jules Massenet, Antonio Vivaldi, W.Amadeus Mozart, Victorio Monti and Mark Hayes.

Sonam Kapoor's sound advice for young girls Green day to release documentary A

Oking Christian School Kohima, run by Chakhesang Baptist Church Kohima, had its Annual Day of Prayer on September 13. Zhopota Rhakho preached in the Morning Worship Service. The school also organized Musical Fest, where various items like Solos, Instrumentalists, Folk Song and Choirs were presented. Dr. Meneno V Rhakho spoke at the Musical Fest.

ctress Sonam Kapoor wants young girls to move ahead from those things that are not working best for them and says that this holds true for shampoos too. Sonam, who has joined hands with beauty brand L'Oréal Paris Advanced haircare's campaign 'Change your Shampoo, Change your Hair', wants to advise all young girls that "it's not only about relationships but correct things that work for you". 'Change your Shampoo, Change your Hair' is L'Oréal Paris's new style mantra for the season and has been backed by its three ambassadors: Sonam Kapoor, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Katrina Kaif. "Honestly the reason why I decided to do this campaign because I loved the idea of finding the correct fit for you and trying to find things that works best for you," Sonam told IANS about her involvement with the campaign. "I wanted to give advise to all the young girls out there that its not only about relationships but correct things that work for you. We have a tendency of getting stuck to something that we know rather than finding something that actually makes us feel good. And the same thing goes for shampoos," she added. The campaign was unveiled with Sonam's bold and sassy take on break-ups and bad relationships. Speaking on this one-ofa-kind video, Sonam said: "I strongly feel that with any relationship, with people or for that matter, your shampoo, there is no point holding on if it doesn't make you happy. "The message is simple. It's time Indian women stop compromising and living with bad hair days."

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he rock band - consisting of Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt, Jason White and Tre Cool - has created a behindthe-scenes look at the making of its 2004 album American Idiot. "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 neverseen-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

season, likely the result of Dr McDreamy’s (Patrick Dempsey) abrupt departure from the show. The show ranked 6th last year. “Grey’s Anatomy” was followed by “Supernatural” (2 million), “The Walking Dead” (1.9 million), “The Vampire Diaries” (1.6 million), and “Once Upon a Time” (1.1 million). Rhimes’ other ABC hit “How to Get Away With Murder,” which is return-

Visitors are seen browsing at the gallery of the 36 Foto Exhibitions-An Open Theme Experimental Project of the Photography Club Dimapur (DPC) at The Republic of Hiyo in Dimapur, Nagaland on Saturday, September 19. The exhibition is being organized by the Photography Club Dimapur in commemoration of its 2nd anniversary. Altogether 36 photographs from different 19 photographers in Dimapur were showcased. The exhibition will be held at ‘The Garden’ on September 20 from 2:30 pm onward.

Launch of bajirao mastani’s 'Gajanana' song enters GuinneSS World recordS

blogging Twitter. According to Twitter, which looked at tweets from June1toSeptember14,21million tweets have been logged about fall TV debuts (up by 34 percent from last year) with 90 per cent of that conversation revolving around returning shows, reported the Los Angeles Times. The most buzzed about fall TV show was Shonda Rhimes’ “Grey’s Anatomy,” which racked in 2.2 million tweets in its 11th

he Beatles’ mini movies have been digitally restored for a new global release in DVD on November 6. The Fab Four have approved the commercial release of 50 of their groundbreaking films, which include rare footage of the band at work and play, The Independent reports. The DVD package includes footage of the band playing Paperback Writer in Chiswick Park, west London and Hey Jude, recorded at Twickenham Film Studios. Sources have revealed that an 18-person team of film and video technicians worked on the release of the DVD by frame-by-frame theatre and performed the cleaning, colour-grading, digital enhancement choalbum in its entirety, which sen for their rarity and historical significance. is included in the film (Fun fact! "This was 11 years ago ‘Blind' Stevie Wonder accuses 'dead' folks and the camera phone lawyer of ripping him off was not invented so this is the only way you can see tevie Wonder has acthis legendary concert!) This cused his late attorney movie is like a fly-on-thefor taking advantage of his wall art house piece. It is the visual impairment and first time Green Day allowed making him sign a contract someone into the studio that he didn't know. The Suto film them." Heart Like a perstition hit-maker filed a Hand Grenade is set for recomplaint, wherein he said lease on October 15, 2015. his longtime lawyer Johanan Vigoda made him sign a contract that said Stevie would pay Johanan 6 percent of all music royalties, when the singer was 21-year-old, TMZ.com reported. In addition to this, there was a clause in the contract that says payments to the lawyer's family will go on 'forever.' Notably, Johanan died in 2011, but the American singer's record company continued to pay Johanan's widow. Wonder also shared that he was betrayed by a man he trusted and wants a judge to declare he no longer has a duty to pay royalties, because the attorney took advantage of a blind man.

Leonardo DiCaprio developing 1980s mafia drama

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rey's Anatomy, Grey's Anatomy show, Grey's Anatomy tv show, Grey's Anatomy news, Grey's Anatomy latest news, Grey's Anatomy cast, entertainment news Medical drama series “Grey’s Anatomy” has emerged as the most buzzed TV show on microblogging Twitter. Medical drama series “Grey’s Anatomy” has emerged as the most buzzed TV show on micro-

The Beatles’ mini movies restored for DVD release in November

ing for its second season, surged 276 percent in buzz from last year. The drama followed “The Flash” and “Jane the Virgin” in the top three list of shows that have had the highest year over year growth in conversation. New shows that have garnered the most excitement from Twitter users include “American Horror Story: Hotel”, “Scream Queens”, “The Late Show”, “Heroes Reborn” and “Supergirl.”

he 'Gajanana' song from Eros International and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani, starring Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Priyanka Chopra, Milind Soman and Tanvi Azmi among others, and scheduled to release on December 18, was launched recently in Pune. Interestingly, the event was held at the same location where the Commonwealth Games were played — Shree Chhatrapati Shivaji Sports Complex, Balewadi Stadium. Keeping in line with the film's massive scale, the makers launched the song with the biggest human formation of a mosaic image of Lord Ganesha curated from the 'Gajanana' number. The first song from the magnum opus was given a fitting launch, with 5200 students gathering together to create it. This went down in the Guinness World Records as the biggest launch done for a song with a formation of such enormity, speaking volumes about the magnitude

of the film's promotions. While Sukhwinder Singh, who's sung 'Gaja-

ollywood superstar Leonardo DiCaprio is heading to the small screen for a big project with Showtime. The movie star is attached as an exec producer to an untitled 1980's drama exploring the mafia along with "Ray Donovan" writer Brett Johnson, who will exec produce and pen the series, reported Variety The Brooklyn-set potential series follows a decade-long relationship between an unstable mafia captain and a rogue federal agent, each violating the strict codes of their respective organisations. The drama examines the power the Wall Street era had on the mafia and the FBI. Johnson and DiCaprio will exec produce along with Appian Way's Jennifer Davisson, Charles Pacheco, Jennifer Erwin, Dan Pearson and another "Ray Donovan" member Bryan Zuriff.

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nana' in the film's album, performed to a loud cheer from the audience, Ranveer Singh and Deepika

Padukone took the crowd by storm by playing dhol tasha and making the evening a memorable affair.

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16TH NSF MARTYRS MEMORIAL TROPHY 2015 Alianza, Oriental College, Kohima Village SU, Modern College wins Our Correspondent Kohima | September 19

Britain's Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (L) watch on during the opening ceremony. (Reuters)

Nine-man Arsenal crash to 2-0 defeat at Chelsea arsenal's Santi Cazorla is shown a red card by referee Mike Dean.(Reuters)

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lonDon, SeptemBer 19 (reutrerS): Arsenal had two players sent off when they lost an ill-tempered derby 2-0 to Chelsea on Saturday as the champions pulled out of their early-season slump with their first Premier League win for almost a month. Chelsea's 20-yearold French defender Kurt

Zouma headed the first after 53 minutes of a fractious game before an Eden Hazard shot deflected off Calum Chambers in stoppage time to make it 2-0. Arsenal defender Gabriel was red carded for kicking out at Diego Costa just before halftime and Santi Cazorla was dismissed with a second booking for sliding

in on former Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas after 79 minutes. Gabriel's dismissal came in the aftermath of a bust-up between Costa and Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny in the visitors' penalty area a minute earlier when Costa appeared to raise his arms and strike the Arsenal defender. Cazorla was shown the red card after a rash, sliding challenge on his Spain team mate Fabregas, whose fine free kick eight minutes into the second half was headed in by Zouma. It was Zouma's first Premier League goal and, perhaps more significantly, he was in the team in place of skipper John Terry, who was not selected for a league match when he was fit for the first time by manager Jose Mourinho. Arsenal, who beat Mourinho's side 1-0 in the Community Shield at the beginning of August, made few clear cut chances of their own and have not beaten Chelsea in their last eight league matches and not scored against them in their last five. The result lifted Chelsea from 17th into mid-table while Arsenal, who have had three players sent off this week following Olivier Giroud's dismissal against Dinamo Zagreb on Wednesday, stayed fourth, at least until Saturday's later matches.

Alianza FC Kohima, Oriental College Kohima, Kohima Village Students Union and Modern College Kohima today emerged victorious in their respective matches in the ongoing 16th edition of NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Trophy 2015 at the Kohima Local Ground. In the first match of the day, Alianza FC blanked FC United Zhadima 2-0. Shelminthang scored both the goals for Alianza FC in the 11th and 39 minute. Oriental College overpowered Galacticos FC Kohima 4-1 in the second match. Peteneizo Kire opened the account for Oriental College in the 5th minute while Puniiru Neihu contributed two goals to the team in the 19th and 28 minute. Berelhu increased the score tally in the 36 minute. A lone goal for Galacticos FC came from the boot of A. Kapani in the 56 minute. In the third match

of the day, Kohima Village Students’ Union blanked its opponent Govt. HS School Siekhazou 2-0. Mhasibeituo provided two important goals to the Kohima Village Students’ Union in the 3rd and 4th minute and the team ma-

Dhoni gears up for SAI, AIFF to talent-hunt MS limited overs as India for U-17 World Cup set eyes on World T20

DImapur, SeptemBer 19 (mexn): ducted from October-end to mid-NoThe SAI and AIFF have jointly launched vember for the regional phase selection. A press note from SAI Dimapur Cena ‘National Talent Scouting Programme’ with an objective to identify young foot- tre In-Charge, Ch. Naba Singh informed that any player born ballers for the upcoming U-17 World The Talent-hunt is open on or after January Cup to be hosted by for any player born on or 1, 2000 (01/01/2000) is eligible to parIndia in 2017. after January 1, 2000 ticipate in the proIn this connecgramme. tion, the Sport Authority of India, Sports All the participants must bring their Training Centre, Dimapur will be organising a football talent hunt programme in birth certificate issued by the MCD or Mokokchung, Kohima and Dimapur on government authorized department, 3 latest passport-size photos and report to different dates (see Box). The selected candidates would at- the respective venues with full playing tend a preliminary assessment camp for kits, it added. For any clarification or in20 days at SAI, NERC Imphal to be con- formation, one can contact SAI Dimapur.

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Shuttler Jayaram surprises Chou, enters Korea Open final

Pistorius parole review hearing postponed for two weeks – media

JoHanneSBurg, SeptemBer 19 (reuterS): South Africa's parole review board has postponed for two weeks a hearing to decide if Oscar Pistorius can be released early from prison, after being sentenced for killing his girlfriend, local media reported on Saturday. The delay was because the board had been unable to finalise all its cases on Friday, when it had been due to meet to decide if Pistorius should be freed on parole or serve a longer period in jail, local television station ENCA reported. It gave no specific date

for another meeting. The Paralympics gold medallist was due to be released on house arrest in August after serving 10 months of a five-year sentence, but South Africa's justice minister blocked his release saying procedure had not been followed. He referred the case to the parole review board. The spokesman for South Africa's prisons could not be immediately be reached for comment. Pistorius' spokeswoman said she had to seek advise from her client before making a statement. Pistorius was found

Route 29: Summer Sprint Challenge Morung express news Dimapur | September 19

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The 3rd edition of the Summer Sprint Challenge, an annual racing event organized by Route 29 will flag off on September 24. It is scheduled to begin at 10:00 am at the Agri Expo site, 4th Mile, Dimapur. The event will conclude on September 26. The organisers informed at a press conference today that this year’s edition will be open to participants from all over the country. In earlier editions, it was limited only to the northeast states. Scrutiny of vehicles in the fray and documents will be done on September 23. Participants have been asked to produce valid documents, including “third party insurance” proof. For participants from outside Nagaland, the organisers will provide free accommodation at the NEZCC guest house. It was further informed that the organisers will accept on-thespot registration on September 23. The event will have two separate competitions – 4-wheelers and 2-wheelers with the 4-wheelers category further divided into three sub-categories – SUV, above 1000 cc and below 1000 cc. The sponsors of the event are AIDA Honda and the 6th sector of the Assam Rifles. Medical response unit from the CIHSR Dimapur will be at hand, in case of any emergency, it was added.

guilty last September of culpable homicide, the equivalent of manslaughter, after he fired four 9mm shots through a locked toilet door in 2013 killing his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on Valentine's Day. During the trial, prosecutors argued Pistorius had killed Steenkamp deliberately after a row. Pistorius said he thought she was an intruder. Prosecutors are appealing the verdict, arguing it should be murder because Pistorius must have known when he fired that the person behind the door could be killed. The appeal is due to be heard in November.

terialized victorious. a lone goal through KethTiema-Khe Kidima vs Junior Anchor Club Kohima In the last match of ozhapu in the 21 minute. the day, Seyielhousa and 3rd match: Inoka Achumi connected FIXTURE FOR MONDAY (12:30 PM): Dihoma Modern College to second 21 SEPTEMBER Village SU vs round as they netted a goal Ist Match (9:30 AM): Medziphema Village SU each to the team in the 18 Flamers FC Kohima vs 4th Match (2:00 PM): and 24 minute. Its oppoVeracious FC Phek Zhavame SU Phek vs nent DC XI Kohima fetched 2nd Match (11:00 AM): New Market XI

Seoul, SeptemBer 19 (IanS): Indian shuttler Ajay Jayaram threw up a surprise to shock seventh seed Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei and enter his maiden Superseries final at the $600,000 Korea Open here on Saturday. Jayaram took just 44

minutes to move past World No.7 Chen 21-19, 2115 at the S.K. Handball Stadium to earn his third victory in five meetings over the Chinese Taipei shuttler. The Mumbaikar now faces a huge task as he will take on Chinese top seed and reigning doubles

World Champion Chen Long in the men's singles summit clash on Sunday. The 27-year-old Indian had a good start taking an 11-8 lead at the first game break. But Chou somehow found the legs to win the next seven points and take a 15-11 lead. Jayaram fought back and did not allow Chou to extend the lead, levelling at 17-17 and bagged four out of the next six points to go ahead in the encounter. The second game also proved to be a topsy-turvy contest as Jayaram looked good with a 10-16 and then a 12-9 lead. But the seventh seed once again won the next five points to go 14-12 up. The Indian again checked Chou and from 14-15 down, World No.32 Jayaram smashed his way through by clinching seven straight points to set a date with the World No.1.

B e n g a l u r u, SeptemBer 19 (ptI): India’s limited overs captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni will be back in the thick of things after a three-month break as Indian selectors will be picking the squad for the upcoming T20 International and ODI series against South Africa, starting October 2. There is a possibility that selectors may name squads for T20s and first three ODIs. While there are three T20 internationals slated at the start of the series, the focus for both Dhoni and selectors will be on World T20 which will be held in India in five months time. While it was nothing more than an extended practice session, Dhoni again wielded the willow in a charity game two days back at the Oval in London and scored 38 runs in a winning cause. India’s last limited overs series was against Zimbabwe where a second string side was selected to play under Ajinkya Rahane with as many as seven first team players being rested. Now with Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Suresh Raina, Rohit Sharma, Ravichandran Ashwin all fit and available, some of the fringe players may have to make way for senior stars. The only injury concern right now is Shikhar Dhawan who is recuperating from fractured hand and will get his fitness test done. Opening batsman Murali Vijay, who has become a Test specialist, had a decent Zimbabwe tour and he is likely to show his utility in shorter formats. Ambati Rayudu has been Dhoni’s preferred choice in place of Ajinkya Rahane for being a better rotator of strike. Kedar Jadhav and Manish Pandey, two players with decent T20 record, might also hit the jackpot. The two new faces that can come in contention are Gurkeerat Singh Mann of Punjab and Mayank Agarwal of Karnataka with both doing well for India A. While Ashwin has a confirmed spot, it will be interesting to see if selectors prefer Harbhajan Singh as second spinner due to his IPL exploits and his ability to restrict batsmen in shorter format. Ravindra Jadeja has been ignored for Zimbabwe and selectors are likely to see him too. Among the pacers, Ishant Sharma, banned for a Test match, might also want to get into the thick of things if selectors give him a chance. Mohit Sharma and Bhuvneshwar Kumar have been two of Dhoni’s trusted seamers in shorter format with Dhawal Kulkarni being the back-up man. Varun Aaron and Umesh Yadav are known to be erratic but both might be tried out during the long series as India will be fretting on perfect combination with a mega event round the corner.

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Thousand day countdown begins for Russia 2018 WC

moScow, SeptemBer 19 (IanS): The 1,000-day countdown for the start of the 2018 FIFA World Cup began in front of the Kremlin at an event attended by former soccer players such as German Lothar Matthaus and Spaniard Fernando Hierro. A giant clock placed in the heart of Moscow began calculating from Friday the time remaining until the first kickoff of the opening match at the Luzhniki Stadium on June 14, 2018, during the world event which will be organised for the first time by an eastern European country, reports Efe. "We are always happy to see guests and promise to organise grand celebrations in Russia, which will make history in the world of sport and soccer," Russian President Vladimir Putin told the event's attendees through a video conference message. Similar celebrations were held in the remaining 10

host cities in the European part of Russia, including the Russian Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad. A soccer pitch was installed in the middle of the Red Square to host an U16 competition between Russia, Spain, Germany and Italy. Sports Minister and president of the Soccer Union of Russia, Vitaly Mutko, said that construction of the 12 planned World Cup stadiums has been affected by the recent recession which has hit the Russian economy. The Spartak Stadium has already hosted matches in the Russian league as well as other international clashes, while renovations to the Luzhniki stadium, as well as the stadiums in Sochi and Kazan, are within schedule. Mutko also said that the dismissal of the general secretary of FIFA, Jerome Valcke, is not going to affect Russia's preparations in any way.

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