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In a sane, civil, intelligent and moral society, you don’t blame poor people for being poor Maharashtra CM Prithviraj Chavan resigns [ PAGE 8]

Harmonic Surge underway in Dimapur

Kareena’s reaction to India Mars mission, a real facepalm moment

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Islamic State plot to attack US, Paris subways

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Sejwal gives India maiden swimming medal [ PAGE 12]

‘come and Make in nagaland’ Modi sued in new York Chizokho Vero

Kohima | September 26

A committee will be set up to take note of various suggestions and views on Nagaland Special Development Zones (NSDZ) and Nagaland Investment Board (NIB) put forward by NGOs and individuals at a consultative meeting held today, and the door for submission of suggestions and views to the planning department will be open for another 30 days. The recommendations of the committee will then be brought to NGOs and public for rectification or review before it is taken to the Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Chief Minister TR Zeliang declared this at the marathon consultative meeting on NSDZs, NIB, and Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition (NLTP) Act held here involving political parties, all legislators, Naga Hoho, Eastern Naga People’s Organization, Naga Students’ Federation, Eastern Naga Students’ Federation, Naga Mothers Association, Eastern Naga Women Organizations, intellectuals. With regard to NLTP Act, majority of the NGOs and individuals either suggested reviewing/ amending the Act or lifting the prohibition. The meeting decided that the state government may set up an expert committee to study in detail the entirety of the issue relating to the implementation of the Act and submit its findings and suggestion to the government within 30 days. The meeting unanimously viewed that the NLTP Act

reflections

By Sandemo Ngullie

• Consultation holds discussion on NSDZ, NIB and NLTP • Nagaland Liquor Total Prohibition Act to be reviewed has failed to achieve its objectives and that the Act and its implementation need to be reviewed. Chief Minister TR Zeliang also asserted that Nagaland should no more be identified as Naga fighting only for their political rights, adding Naga must also fight for their economic rights which has already begun. “Article 371 (A) facilitates us to win this economic battle and thereby assuring us our cherished political goals.” He affirmed that time has now come for Nagas to join the economic journey, call investors to “Come and Make in Nagaland,” while pointing out that Nagaland has been substantially dependent upon the Centre for finance since its creation. Referring to NSDZ, he said the basic concept is that Nagaland needs investment and industrialization in order to catch up with others in this increasingly globalized and competitive world. “Without industrialization, our incomes and our revenues cannot grow significantly, and we cannot create enough employment opportunities for our Naga educated youth, who have to go outside the state in search of jobs and where they face various problems, including racial discrimination.” Further, asserting that the ex-

isting townships and district HQs located on the hill tops are not suitable for industrial growth and development, he informed the State government is in the process of constructing Nagaland Foothill roads from Tizit in the north to Khelma in the south. Chief Minister said the core purpose of the resolution on NSDZs and NIB is to build an economic infrastructure in an imaginative way, adding that the resolution is merely an announcement of the policy. “We will bring out details in rules and regulations after consultation with the Hohos, civil societies, land owners and all other stakeholders. We are prepared to modify the words in the resolution so that we achieve our common goals of economic empowerment,” he said. As far as land is concerned, he stated, land cannot be sold to outsiders. All investors may be allowed access to land on payment of land access fee. He assured that the rights of land and resources will continue to vest in the Nagas. “We are going to have a thorough and comprehensive relook at all land laws, rules regulation of the state, in consultation with you all, so that this position of inalienability of land to outsiders is reiterated. The idea of conducting cadastral survey

of the land is just to enable the landowners to mortgage their lands to banks etc for obtaining loans, or to sell it to other Nagas, who may want to settle or to do business in the NSDZ area,” he said. Touching on NSDZ resolution about relaxation of ILP, he said, “We should not be too apprehensive of people from outside coming to our state for genuine business and investment purposes. We have to facilitate the presence of outsiders and other connected with economic operations from outside in Nagaland in slight modification of the ILP Rules as it best suits our economic interests. The relaxation will not be blanket, but conditional to creation of wealth in favour of the state.” The chief minister stated that NIB is also proposed to be set up under his chairmanship to provide mechanism, for single-window clearance of investment proposals received by the State government. “It is essentially to avoid red-tape normally associated with project clearance in India, both at the Centre and in the state. This is part of overall strategy to promote and facilitate investment environment in Nagaland, both in the proposed NSDZ, as well as in other parts of the state,” he said. He added that this mechanism is necessary in view of the fact that no substantial investment has come to the State despite the attractive incentives provided under the state industrial development policy as well as the central government’s north east industries and investment policy.

‘Bee-coming’ a spelling champ Pekriivikho Chakre is 2014 Nagaland Spelling Bee Champ Our Correspondent Kohima | September 26

Help from the Church, nGOs, the government? Hah. They`ve forgotten us completely. We are just another abandoned project.

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Pekriivikho Chakre from Model Higher Secondary School Kohima today became the winner of the 3rd edition of Nagaland Spelling Bee Championship 2014 held here under the aegis of Fountain Club in association with SCERT Nagaland. Chakre received a cash prize of Rs 60,000. Uto X Zhimomi from Christian Higher Secondary School Dimapur, Radetolu Ringa from Kohima Science College Jotsoma and Moakumzuk Jamir from St. John Higher Secondary School Dimapur

FILE - In this Thursday, Sept. 25, 2014, file photo, Indian Prime Minister narendra Modi addresses business leaders as he launches his “Make in India” initiative, in new Delhi, prior to his scheduled departure to the United States. A human rights group has sued Modi in new York for what it says was his complicity in sectarian violence in his country in 2002. (AP Photo)

NEW YORK, SEPTEMBER 26 (AP): A federal court in New York has summoned India’s prime minister to respond to a lawsuit accusing him of human rights abuses, casting a shadow over the Indian leader’s first trip to the U.S. on Friday as head of government. The lawsuit against Narendra Modi stems from long-standing allegations that he didn’t do enough to stop devastating religious riots in his home state of Gujarat in 2002, when he served as chief minister there. The human rights group American Justice Center filed the suit Thursday in Manhattan federal court on behalf of two unnamed survivors of the violence. The plaintiffs are seeking monetary and punitive damages and a judgment that Modi’s conduct amounted to genocide when he was chief minister of Gujarat. The legal case will be an annoyance to Modi but is unlikely to have a significant impact on his visit. Milan Vaishnav, an associate on South Asia at

the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, said from his understanding it’s a “pro forma” summons, and there’s no judge’s ruling of prima facie evidence on complicity in the Gujarat violence. He said U.S. courts also issued summons against previous Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and former ruling party leader Sonya Gandhi when they visited the U.S. — in response to cases filed by another U.S.based rights group that have not gotten anywhere. “There’s no question it’s precisely the wrong foot on which to begin Modi’s visit to the United States,” Vaishnav said, but predicted it would just get a brief flurry of attention. “I don’t expect it in any material way to affect any of his engagements in the United States, either with private citizens or private industry in New York or in Washington with the U.S. administration.” Modi was elected prime minister in May. He was scheduled to arrive in New

York on Friday with a welcome normally reserved for rock stars — a sold-out appearance at Madison Square Garden on Sunday. Modi’s five-day trip is tightly packed: He will be meeting President Barack Obama and a slew of top American officials, addressing the U.N. General Assembly and interacting with the heads of major U.S. companies and influential Indian-Americans. Modi has denied any role in the violence, and India’s Supreme Court said there was no case to bring against him. But suspicions were enough for the United States to refuse him a visa in 2005. As it became clear that Modi would become prime minister, however, the U.S. made it clear that there would be no issue with travel to the United States. Bizay Sonkar Shastri, a spokesman for Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party, criticized the lawsuit, saying Modi has been cleared of suspicion in India. “Our court and our public have given clean chit to (Modi) and he became prime minister,” Shastri said. “So how is it possible that another country’s’ man or authority is issuing a summons?” The lawsuit says, “There is evidence to support the conclusion that Minister Modi committed both acts of intentional and malicious direction to authorities in India to kill and maim innocent persons of the Muslim faith.” The plaintiffs said the suit was filed in a U.S. court because “it is clear that justice for the plaintiffs cannot be had in India because of the condoning of this genocidal act of state-sanctioned terrorism against the Muslim people.”

Winners of the nagaland Spelling Bee Championship 2014 along with the guest of honour, organizers, and judges. (Morung Photo)

won second, third and fourth places respectively. They were awarded with cash prizes of Rs. 40,000, Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 15,000. Quarter finalists Rahu Venuh from G. Rio School Kohima, Longesener Longkumer form Libemo Memorial School Wokha, Washipong Longkumer from Model Higher Secondary School Kohima and

Rama Thapa from Kohima Science College Jotsoma were awarded with cash prizes of Rs. 5000 each. Kesonyü Yhome, Additional Secretary for Health & Family Welfare graced the closing function as the guest of honour and presented the awards to the winners. Altogether, 102 ( 49 boys and 53 girls) participants representing 57

schools of Kohima, Tuensang, Peren, Phek, Zunheboto, Longleng, Wokha and Dimapur districts joined the competition. The vote of thanks was proposed by Er. Seyievizo Tsükrü, chairman, Fountain Club. Judges for the competition were Ayo Jajo, Akala Kin, Narola Longkumer and Dr. Theyiesinuo Keditsu.

Tening remains ‘far away’ but not forgotten

Morung Express news Tening | September 26

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Described by many as one of the oldest towns in Nagaland, Tening and its surroundings remain frozen in time. Though strategically located and overlooking both Manipur (Tamenglong district) and Assam (Haflong), yet Tening town has not seen much progress or development. As Lungtingban Newmai, a native of Tening village puts it; Tening town should have been at par with places like Mokokchung. According to him, both towns started around the same time. But, compared to Mokokchung there has been no progress at all, says Lungtingban. For instance, the Civil Hospital at Tening was among the first to be set up and the illustrious Dr Imkongliba Ao served there. However, this facility has been downgraded to the status of a Primary Health Centre by the government

The once famous Civil Hospital in Tening town now functions as a Primary Health Centre.

of Nagaland, laments Kedipi Nrak, a private school teacher and student leader in the area. When further queried, citizens of Tening pointed out that, opportunities have been far and few for them including what they pointed out was the political marginalization of the area. The people The Morung Express spoke to expressed how they have been hindered by the lack of political voice in Kohima. As one student leader points out, while Tening Constituency sends one

MLA to the State Assembly, it is often the case that even their representative finds it difficult to compete with the other more powerful politicians from other districts or tribes. However, there is now greater expectation following the elevation of TR Zeliang to the post of Chief Minister. “We are really hopeful now because our CM should understand our problems and do something for the area”, says another citizen. Most people that The Morung Express

approached say that good roads with proper connectivity along with water supply is the most important for all round growth of the area, to boost the local economy and ensuring quality of life for its people. Like most interior areas in Nagaland, Tening and its people may have concerns due to the lack of development. Nevertheless, its traditional way of life is quite remarkable. Unlike those who migrate to places like Jalukie, Dimapur or Kohima, most villagers in Ten-

ing have remained rooted to its soil. “We have been like this right from the time of our forefathers”, says Kedipi and points out that they have never felt the need to move out and it is always in their ‘wisdom’ to stay rooted to where you belong. Kedipi himself has returned after studying outside and is now serving the community with zeal. Another notable feature is the ‘self sufficiency’ of the community. People here rely on their own food cultivated by them. Each household cultivates either on their own land or in the community land. There are very few items procured from outside. People here are by and large self sufficient, without dependence on ‘foreign markets’. “The only thing we are asking the government to provide is electricity, repairing the water supply lines, access to healthcare, telecommunication and good roads”, says a resident.

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Dimapur

Saturday 27 September 2014

Harmonic Surge underway in Dimapur

James Swu from Nagaland Conservatory of Music speaking during the seminar. (Morung photo)

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 26 (MExN): As part of the tenth year celebration of The Nagaland Chamber Choir (TNBCC), a seminar on choral music got started on Thursday at Covenant Hall Dimapur. With the seminar titled as ‘Harmonic Surge – a choral fiesta,’ the Chamber Choir seeks to promote Church music and impart excellence in music and to encourage interaction and unity among Churches/

groups and thereby provide a platform for exhibiting talent for sustained ministry. On the first day, James Swu from Nagaland Conservatory of Music spoke about choral conducting, rehearsal techniques, beating techniques and interpretation of music. During the three days seminar, various harmonic events such as master class and workshops on composition and indig-

enous music, art of accompaniment and voice clinic, choral competition etc would be held. For the choral competition, the winner will be awarded a cash prize of Rs 50, 000, second Rs 30, 000 and third Rs. 20, 000. There will also be best conductor and best costume awards. On Friday, Pastor Dimapur Christian Fellowship, Razo Vasa will give a talk on combined choral rehearsal.

LocaL 35th World Tourism Day at Kisama today KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 26 (DIPR): The 35th World Tourism Day (UNWTO) will be celebrated under the theme “Tourism and Community Development” at Heritage Bamboo Hall, Kisama-Kohima on September 27 at 11:00 hrs. The programme is being organised by the Department of Tourism in collaboration with Nagaland Tourism Association (NTA) and Nagaland Hotels & Restaurants Association (NHRA). Commissioner & Secretary for Tourism, Art & Culture, Himato Zhimomi, IFS will grace the occasion and deliver the keynote address. In the programme, Deputy Director Tourism, Akhale Vizol Khamo will chair the programme while Pastor Kigwema Baptist Church, Zavi Kere will said the invocation and Director Tourism, Purakhu Angami will deliver the welcome address. Thereafter there will be the interactive session led by Asst. Director Tourism, Veyielo Doulo in which the participants are Nagaland Tourism Association (NTA), Nagaland Hotels & Restaurants Association (NHRA), St. Joseph Community College, Tourism & Service Industry, GBs, VDBs, VCCs, SAPO, SAWO, SAYO, SASU, Invitees and Media. The vote of thanks will be given by EE Tourism, Er. Toba Angami.

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Forthnight observation of Hindi Diwas culminates

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Parliamentary Secretary Yitachu, Minister Neikesalie Nicky Kire and others during the culmination program of the forthnight observation of Hindi Diwas held on September 26. (Morung Photo) Our Correspondent Kohima | September 26

The culmination program of the forthnight observation of Hindi Diwas organized by the Town Official Language Implementation Committee (TOLIC) was held at the State Academy Hall, Kohima on September 26 with Yitachu, Parliamentary Secretary, School Education as the guest of honor and Dr. Neikesalie Nicky Kire, Minister of Forest, Environment & Wildlife as the chief guest. In his speech Yitachu stated that realizing the importance of Hindi, the department of School Education have taken up

policies and programs on Hindi at the primary level at the tender age of the students. “Hindi should not be too difficult for the students provided proper teaching and guidance by the teachers,” said the Parliamentary Secretary who instructed that Hindi teachers have a mission to perform and put extra effort to their students and see to it that no student who wants to learn Hindi be denied. More than 2600 Hindi teachers are teaching in various schools across the state but we still require a 1000 plus teachers to cover the whole of the state, further stated Yitachu. Concluding his speech, the Parliamentary Secre-

tary expressed the need to communicate with one another and understand one another’s language to strengthen and unite and to bring oneness in the country. The welcome speech was addressed by A Pitoho Chophy, Accountant General (Audit) while special numbers were presented by Anup Choudhary and party and Temjen Timba. The 12th Annual Hindi Magazine ‘Naganchal’ was also released during the occasion. Addressing the program, Dr. Nicky Kire stated that his constituency is not just a mini-Nagaland but a mini-India for its diversity. “For those

of you who have lived in Nagaland, you know how Nagas are and their attitudes. I want you to be ambassadors of the state of Nagaland when you go back home to your own state,” appealed Dr. Nicky Kire as he mentioned about racial discrimination meted out to Northeasterns and how many states in India do not know about the existence of the people of North east India. “Let them know that there are people in existence in NE India and I hope we will be treated like other Indians in the future.” added the Minister who hoped that diversity in India should be the reason why Indians unite.

Training for BLOs in Students exhibit on ‘Science, society and environment’ Kiphire underway

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KohIMA, SEPTEMBER 26 (MExN): St. Mary’s Cathedral Higher Secondary School, Kohima, held a science cum art and craft exhibition on September 26, with the theme ‘science, society and environment’. Ruovihulie Angami, DEO Kohima, graced the occasion as the chief guest. The presence of Head Assistants from the office of DEO, Rev fathers and parent representatives added more grace to the event. There were 49 exhibitors and models in science and 53 items for art and craft exhibition. The principal of the school after welcoming the guests said that St. Mary’s

Cathedral School holds Science, art and craft exhibition every year and encourages the students to develop their interest in these three fields. He also mentioned that the school excels in the field of science; thrice the school secured first position in Eastern India Science Exhibition, once in National level, the Best Project from North East and various state awards and district awards in science exhibition. The function began with a prayer led by Rev. Fr. N. Carolus, the Chairman of the school. The chief quest in his speech said to the students and teachers to love the nature and take good care of the environ-

ment. He also reminded that Adam and Eve were placed in the Garden of Eden to take care of it and not to spoil it. Likewise, we are also asked by God to preserve the environment for our own sake and for the good of future generation. He said that today various types of pollution, both natural and human made, destroy the nature and so education should be given in the schools about the dangers of it. He continued to say that merciless falling of trees should be stopped and if we cut down one tree, hundred trees should be planted. He asked the students and teachers to use the skills of Science, Art

also asked the BLOs to be very attentive and attend training with all sincerity. Stating that the summery revision will start from October 15, 2014 till January 15, 2015 as per the directives of the Election commission of India, the DC asked the trainee to be aware of this and learn as much as one can so that the duties are performed with the best ability. The DC also thanked the department Ruovihulie Angami, DEO Kohima inspects the student’s exhibition at St. Mary’s Cathedral officer from Kohima and Higher Secondary School, Kohima held on September 26. the trainee for attending and Craft to preservation of a note of appreciation of and creative skills in the the training and expressed nature for a healthy society. the school for its contribu- students through various his best wishes. He ended his speech with tion in creating scientific activities. A. Chumeremo Odyuo, DC & Welcoming the gatherDEO addresses the training for ing Dr Tinojongshi Chang BLOs at the DC Kiphire conferSDO (C) & ERO asked the ence hall. (Morung Photo) trainee to be attentive and Our Correspondent said, there will be a test at the end of the session and Kiphire | September 26 any BLO who score less DIMAPUR, SEPTEMIn connection with the spe- than 50 % will have to unBER 26 (MExN): The 2nd cial summery revision activ- dergo another training. The General Meeting of the ities, the department today SDO (C) & ERO also call Bade Village Council (BVC) organized training for BLOs upon the BLos to clarify and the non-residence at the DC Kiphire confer- any doubts so that the clean land holders of Bade village ence hall with A. Chumer- election that we are talking will be held on October 2 at emo Odyuo, DC & DEO de- about will come automativillage panchayat hall from claring the training open. 11 am. A press note from cally of BLO does the work BVC general secretary KevIn his keynote address, with sincerity. ise Nakro stated that the DC Kiphire asked the Chairing the program, meeting will discuss matter trainee to be well equipped Nathan Konyak AEO highregarding tenth-tithe, tenso that when they are as- lighted the schedule of the signed to go to the field the program and asked the Students of Christina Memorial Hr Sec School participate in various events during the 17th annual sports meet that commenced on September 26. The ant/coolie charge, house construction, clearing of workload will be light. He participants to be sincere. event will culminate on September 29. (Morung Photo) tree and bamboo within population areas and village registration. The council, therefore, requested all concerns to attend the meeting positively. DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 26 (MExN): Nagas in Cambodia (NACAM) came together from September 20 to 24 for its annual get together. The convergence KohIMA, SEPTEMof all Nagas working as misBER 26 (DIPR): The Chief sionaries in Cambodia conSecretary to the Governgregated in one of the world’s ment of Nagaland Banuo most renowned provinces, Z. Jamir IAS is retiring on the ancient capital of CamSeptember 30. The Govbodia, Siemreap province, ernment of Nagaland will Chief Minister of Nagaland, T. R. Zeliang visited Nagaland GIS and Remote Sensing Centre on where one of the world’s 7th hold a farewell function in September 26 morning for a purview of the Space Based activities in Nagaland. The Chief Min- wonders - the Angkor Wat her honour at 1:00 p.m. at ister was accompanied by Parliamentary Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Neiba Kronu Development Commissioner, Home Commissioner, Additional Development Commissioner Temple is located. the Nagaland Civil SecreThe 8th NACAM gathand other officials. The State GIS & RS Centre presented its geospatial activities in the form of tariat, VIP parking area on posters, live demonstrations of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle data acquisition and simulations of ering was said to have been the 30th September 2014. various scientific project studies undertaken by the state GIS centre. (DIPR Photo) an unprecedented experiAll are requested to attend ence as a total of 24 NACAM Nagas in Cambodia (NACAM) during its annual get together held at Siemreap from the function. The function members from different re- September 20 to 24. shall be chaired by Toshi gions of Cambodia partici- the sovereign voice of God lage which attracts a myri- same as we press on to car- Aier IAS, speeches by varipated in the gathering. for specific intent and pur- ad of tourist from across the ry out our spiritual mandate ous categories of GovernThe event was officially poses towards fulfilling His globe; and the Angkor Wat and commission to reach- ment Service Associations. launched at the residence of divine objective. Pastor temple tour. ing out to the unreached, Bokaho Zhimo in Siemreap Ivor is currently serving as Lipyingo Kikon, presi- the lost and the last of CamDIMAPUR, SEPTEM- sociation General Secre- open up discourses on the city with an evening of wel- the lead pastor of Christian dent of NACAM expressed bodia with the Gospel of BER 26 (MExN): Tang- tary Dr. Tuisem Ngakang various aspects of the Tang- coming the new NACAM International Church in gratitude and appreciation our Lord and savior Jesus,” khul Scholars’ Association in a press release stated khul society. members, worship and Siemreap city with his wife. to all members for making informed a press release is“This book will be of in- feasting over a lavish and ex(TSA) has announced the that the book essentially The NACAM also rel- its annual meet a mean- sued by NACAM president MoKoKchUNg, SEPpublication of a book enti- engages on four broad ar- terest not only to scholars travagant style of Naga cuiished fun-filled and excit- ingful and successful one Lipyingo Kikon and Gener- TEMBER 26 (DIPR): tled “Encountering Moder- eas: the articulation of the of social sciences humani- sine, with a blend of Khmer ing highlights during its through their financial al Secretary Nisino Tsukru. Additional Deputy Comnity: Situating the Tangkhul discourses of tradition, ties and natural science but indigenous delicacies. three days get together. contributions and presNACAM further in- missioner Mokokchung, modernity and emerging also general readers to unNagas in Perspective”. A seasoned missionary Some of the highlights ence. NACAM further ex- formed all Nagas aspiring Bendanglila will be new The book is the first of issues and trends; the in- derstand the Tangkhul soand Pastor Ivor accompa- which uniquely character- tended acknowledgment to be in Cambodia for min- Administrator, Mokokcits kind covering various clusiveness of the various ciety in a holistic way,” TSA nied by his wife from UK ized the 8th annual NA- and gratitude to families, istry or other business work hung Municipal Council pertinent aspects of the inter-disciplinary aspects added. (MMC) with immediate efThe book has been graced the occasion as a CAM were the chartered friends, different local to contact the association fect in addition to her norTangkhul Nagas. The native and perspectives on the scholars working in differ- Tangkhul Nagas; the ele- published by Bibliophile special guest. Citing the bus and extended ride of 7 Churches as well as tribal for any assistance needed mal duties. Deputy Coment institutions across the ments of critical analysis of South Asia, Delhi while the biblical example of Jonah hours all the way to Siem- Church conventions in Na- in terms of travel, visa or missioner, Mokokchung, ministry opportunities etc Sushil Kumar Patel issued country have contributed the conventional tradition copyright remains with the the prophet, Pastor Ivor reap from Phnom Penh, galand for their prayers. “Nagas in Cambodia through the NACAM page an order to this effect on and knowledge of the com- Tangkhul Scholars’ Asso- spoke on the implicit and sightseeing tour to the the chapters. imperative obedience to magnificent Cultural vil- will remain desirous of the in Facebook. September 26. Tangkhul Scholars’ As- munity; and the attempt to ciation.

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Bade council meeting

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Nagas in Cambodia converge for annual meet

Chief Secretary’s farewell function

Tangkhul Scholars’ Association announces book publication

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New MMC administrator

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Saturday

27 September 2014

Assam flood situation grim, toll rises to 40

GUWAHATI, SEPTEMBER 26 (PTI): Assam’s flood situation remained grim with the death toll rising to 40 and Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi making an aerial survey of the worst affected Goalpara and Kamrup (Rural) district today. Gogoi made an aerial survey of the two districts for about 45 minutes but could not land to visit relief camps in Goalpara district because of inclement weather there, CMO officials said. Two bodies were found in Goalpara and Kamrup (Rural) districts each taking the toll to 40 in the deluge so far. Intermittent rainfall was reported from parts of Kamrup (Rural) district where the water level had been subsiding in Boko, Chaygaon and Palashbari though in Goroimari, Chamaria, Sontoli, Kalatoli and Nagarberra, vast tracts of land continued to be under water. Traffic was moving along NH-37 very slowly with the vehicles carrying essential commodities only were being allowed to ply, a district administration official said. Supply of electricity to the severely affected areas of the district was restored today after five days, he said. However, in Goalpara, the National Highway was still under water and there was no movement of traffic while a wooden bridge Aagia-Darek Road has been washed away. Of the affected districts, Goalpara recorded the maximum deaths (18), followed by Kamrup Rural (14), Kamrup Metro (six), Dhubri and Tinsukia (both one). Five persons were killed in Guwahati, which falls under Kamrup Metro district, during the downpour for three days since Saturday. Situation was gradually improving with the water ebbing out. The current wave of flood, triggered by heavy rains in neighbouring Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh has affected a population of nearly 10 lakh in eleven districts of the state, a release by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority said. The highest population of 3,40,000 of 715 villages have been affected in Kamrup (Rural) while the figure is 2,85,000 in Goalpara. More than 1.11 lakh hectares of cropland have been inundated by the flood waters and heavy loss of cattle and poultry has been reported with the value of the losses being assessed, the release added.

Assam health department geared up for post-flood scenario GUWAHATI, SEPTEMBER 26 (PTI): Assam's Health and Family Welfare department was providing immediate medical care in the relief camps and was also geared up to combat any outbreak of epidemics in the post-flood scenario. Principal Secretary, Health and Welfare department, was constantly monitoring the availability of doctors and medicines along with other medical support needed in the flood - affected districts, an official release said here today. The Regional Additional Directors have also been put on field duty to monitor the work of medical teams. A round-the-clock control room was functioning in the office of the Director of Health Services to monitor the situation, the release said. The department has sanctioned funds to augment the availability of medicines and Director of Health Ser-

vices has been directed to procure all necessary medicines and inputs. Disease Surveillance and Accredited social health activists (ASHA) network were activated to report outbreak of diseases. Arrangements have been made in association with the Public Health department to decontaminate the drinking water sources, the release said. Spraying of DDT and bleaching powder would also be undertaken to prevent public health hazards. The School Health Programme authorities have also been asked to prepare for medical checkups. The administrations of the affected districts have been asked to step up efforts to create awareness on disease prevention by the public, it said. The services of doctors of Medical Colleges have been sought to take care of any emergency

Gaurav Gogoi seeks 1000 Crs from Centre

NEW DElHI, SEPTEMBER 26 (IANS): Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Friday expressed hope that the Centre would grant 1,000 crores sought by the Assam government in lieu of floods, while at the same time admitted that larger efforts were required in order to tide over with this situation. "We hope that all parts of this country get equal treatment and equal attention. It is of concern the state government has asked for aid of 1000 crores, we do hope that the central government will provide aid to the state," he told ANI here. "There are many districts which are facing the wrath of nature and result of non-stop heavy rainfall in the entire North-East region. A lot of water has been released from the dams in Meghalaya which has flooded the

Brahmaputra valley, especially the lower part of Assam. Many lives have been lost, many villages have been destroyed. It is the time for the administration to really amplify its efforts," he said. "So far, as to my personal knowledge over hundred relief camps have been set up; army has been put into action; rescue boats have been sent out; relief material and flood material has been distributed. Past two days the situation had improved, but today again due to the increase in rainfall in certain districts which has been severally affected," he added. Meanwhile, B P Yadav, Director at the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) had given his forecast on rains to continue in the next twothree days.

The death toll due to floods in Assam has now gone up to 36 with the recovery of four more bodies on Thursday. The floods in Assam have affected close to 10 lakh people in 13 districts and rendered a majority of people homeless. Two people died in Krishnai and Kukurkata areas of Goalpara district, has been the worst hit by the floods , while one person was found dead in Tinsukia district and Guwahati. Heavy rains in Assam, Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh earlier this week led to the flood like situation. The government has set up 162 relief camps and shelters where 1.5 lakh people have taken shelter. The state government had yesterday announced a payment of Rs 3.5 lakhs to the kin of those who died

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24 establishments declared industrial organizations in Assam

GUWAHATI, SEPTEMBER 26 (PTI): The Assam government has declared 24 establishments as industrial organisations under payment of Wages Act, 1936. Persons employed in those establishments were now entitled to avail the benefits of the payment of Wages Act, 1936, particularly in cases of unpaid/lesspaid employees, an official release said here today. These are establishment of cooperative societies, hotel and restaurants, cinema houses, dhabas, establishment of local authorities, nursing homes, spa saloons/beauty parlours, and pathological laboratories and diagnostic research centres. Tourist resorts, shopping malls, bakeries, automobile workshops and show rooms, establishment of NGOs, bonded warehouses, event management establishments, merchandise establishments, coaching centres/Institutes, petrol pump dealers, LPG Agencies, courier service agencies, contractor’s establishments, electronic and print media and handicraft and textile establishments have also been included, the release added.

Sikkimese student wins Chinese scholarship

GANGToK, SEPTEMBER 26 (PTI): A Sikkimese student has won a scholarship from Chinese government to study two-year master's programme in Chinese law at the prestigious Zhejiang University. Mukul Rani Parajuli of Tadong Daragoan area in Gangtok, who won the scholarship, completed Master's Degree in International Law from Jindal Global Law School. She is reportedly the first student from northeast India to bag a full Chinese government scholarship for a post-graduate course in Chinese law. She left for Beijing on Thursday, her father Laxmi Sharma said. Parajuli practiced at Sikkim High Court from 2009 to 2012.

Hearing on MSCP MLA disqualification adjourned Newmai News Network Imphal | September 26

Fraudulent recruitment ring busted, Army takes cognizance

An Indian farmer carries his son on a piece of cloth tied to his body as he walks home with his cattle in Dudhnoi, Assam on September 24. (AP Photo)

2 abducted along Imphal-Silchar road Newmai News Network Imphal | September 26

The Joint Action Committee (JAC) formed in connection with the abduction of a driver and a handy-man along Imphal-Silchar road allegedly by the cadres of Zeliangrong United Front (ZUF) on September 17, has warned to launch various forms of stringent agitation if the two are not released at the earliest. The abducted driver has been identified as one Heigrujam Ibomcha, (35) and the handyman is one Thangjam Romen alias Naocha, (26). Talking to media persons at Manipur Press Club here today, Thangjam Sanathoi, convenor of the JAC stated that the two persons were hired by three businessmen namely L. Indrajit of Bishnupur Khunou; N. Divan of Thanga, Nara leirak, Bishnupur and Zongkholai of Jaipur Maning Leikai to ferry beetle leaves from Jiribam into Imphal. The driver and the handy man had left Imphal on September 14, on a

hired mini truck DI 207 bearing registration number MN-0X-0809, owned by one Ngangom Bobby from Wangkhei but they were kidnapped by suspected ZUF cadres while they were on their way back to Imphal on September 17 at around 4 pm, at a location just 5 km away from Barak river in Tamenglong district. Meanwhile, Thangjam Sanathoi alleged that the driver and the handy man were abducted for a ransom demand of Rs 20 lakhs. The ZUF has stated that if the families of the kidnapped persons fail to offer the said amount, then, the businessman L. Indrajit should be handed over to them. Upon certain negotiation with the family members, the ZUF has agreed on settling the matter with Rs 5 lakhs and threatened the family members to be prepared for any untoward happening if the latter fails to meet the demand of the ZUF by September 27. Family members of the victims along with the JAC have filed complaints to the Bishnupur and Nungba police stations.

Nagaland Board of School Education Kohima

NOTIFICATION No.15/2014

Dated Kohima, the 23rd September 2014

No. NBE-1/Ex- 9/2014-15/:: It is hereby notified for information of all concerned that the Class-9 Final Examination 2014 will be held as per the schedule given below: Date Day (Time 9 am to 12 noon) Subject 20th November 2014 Thursday Science nd 22 November 2014 Saturday English 24th November 2014 Monday Mathematics 25th November 2014 Tuesday Second Language (i) Tenyidie (ii) Ao (iii) Sumi (iv) Lotha (v) Hindi (vi) Bengali (vii) Alternative English 27th November 2014 Thursday Social Sciences 28th November 2014 Friday Sixth Subject: (i) IIT (9 to 10.30 am) (ii) Music (9 to 10.30 am) (iii) Home Science (9 to 11.30 am) (iv) BK & Accountancy (9 to 11.30 am) (v) IT (9 to 11 am) (vi) Environmental Education (9am to 12 noon) ( Mrs. Asano Sekhose ) Chairman.

Note : Examination routine shall not be altered in the event of any unexpected holiday.

KoHIMA SEPTEMBER 26 (MExN): The PIB, Defense Wing has informed that Police in Lohit District of Arunachal Pradesh have managed to break a ring involved in providing false educational documents to candidates aspiring to get recruited into the Indian Army. In October 2013, Army Recruiting Office (ARO) Jorhat wrote a letter to SP Police Lohit District, Arunachal Pradesh with the details of one Manjay Chetia, s/o Jugen Chetia resident of Village Kanpatani, Post Office Mahadevpur, District Lohit, Arunachal Pradesh informing that Manjay had “submitted a false 10th the Indian Army.” Taking serious cognizance of this matter, Police of Lohit District launched an investigation and identified two individuals who were involved in the racket of providing fake education documents to candidates, informed the PIB, in a press note. The case is in an advanced stage and the individuals involved are likely to be given long jail terms of up to four years, it added. The PIB note further informed that in August 2014, two imposters who had

used documents of other to enroll into the Indian Army had also been identified. One was from Manipur and another from Mizoram. Both have been immediately dismissed from service and handed over to the Police with an FIR. Also in July 2014, a tout trying to fleece candidates by promising jobs as civilian defence employees in Base Hospital Jorhat had been caught by the Air Force Police and subsequently handed over to Civil Police at Jorhat. In another case in September 2014, it was found that a candidate had forged a referral slip to the Military Hospital for medical review. An FIR has been filed against this forgery. Stating that recruitment in the Army is open, free and transparent, the PIB stated that “no one can influence the recruitment.” It added that over the last two years, the Army has proactively launched efforts to identify and eliminate the influence of touts. Simultaneously, action has been initiated against candidates who submit fake documents. In addition to the cases above, in July 2013, “58 ineligible candidates in tech-

nical categories from Uttar Pradesh with Permanent Residence Certificate issued from the Office of DC Dimapur were handed over to the Police at Shillong with FIR,” it was informed. Another 60 odd candidates fled the rally on seeing the strict action and checks. At the rally at Nalbari in September 2014, six such candidates in the technical category were handed over to the police with FIR, informed the PIB. Brig R V Singh, Deputy Director General Recruiting NE States, as per the PIB, has informed that there is zero tolerance for anyone trying to get recruited through unfair means or false documents. There are stringent checks and supervision through multiple external boards of officers to ensure open, free and fair recruitment. Brig R V Singh also stated that the support provided by the State Governments and Administration and the Army Formations and Units in the seven NE States has been outstanding. Together with the Civil Administration it has been feasible to conduct incident free and efficient rallies in the Seven NE States, he added.

LeTTer Of reSigNaTiON I, Mr. K.C Angami, working since 2006 in the position of President for the Nagaland Govt. Registered Class-1 Contractors Union, hereby tender my resignation. I am relinquishing all union rights, responsibilities and privileges effective immediately. NGRC-1CU Members are well aware that I was asked to be Acting President for a period of six months in 2006 till the Union’s next general election. However, upon the Executive Members insistence I had continued as President for the last 7 years even though I insisted on several occasions that I should step down for fresh elections. Working as the President of NGRC-1CU has been a profound experience. However, I believe it is time to vacate the President’s post and give someone else the opportunity to learn and benefit from its responsibilities as I have done. I extend my gratitude to the Executive members and the NGRC-1CU members for having faith in me as seen in the 8 years the Union let me serve as President. Furthermore I am thankful to the Union members for all the support, love and growth opportunities they have conferred upon me during my tenure. I would also take this opportunity to extend my apologies to anyone for any shortcomings during my tenure. Lastly, as a member of this Union you have my assurance that I will continue to extend my cooperation and services whenever required. My best regards for its further developments. (K.C.ANGAMI)

The plea seeking disqualification of five legislators of Manipur State Congress Party (MSCP) was heard by Manipur Legislative Assembly Tribunal today which adjourned it till October 5. The vice-president of MSCP, Adim Panmei approached the Speaker Th Lokeshwor’s tribunal seeking disqualification of the five party MLAs after they joined the Congress Party fall recently. The five MLAs declared that MSCP had merged with Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee (MPCC) at the time they joined the latter. MLAs K Thamarjit, Nemcha Kipgen, RK Imo, P Brojen and Zanghemlung Panmei who are facing charges that attract disqualification were present before the tribunal. However, the hearing was adjourned by the Speaker till October 5. MSCP vice-president Adim Panmei has been insisting that MSCP is still functioning. But the five MLAs had claimed that the party organisation was closed down as it merged with MPCC.

The Nagaland State Co-Operative Bank Ltd. (Sponsored & Financed By the Govt. of Nagaland) Head Office: Khermahal, Circular Road, Dimapur Post Box-153

Ref No.NSCB/HO/IDC/Cores/301/13/3457

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NOTICE RECOVERY DRIVE In view of the half yearly closing as on 30 September 2014, the Management of the Bank advise all the Loanees who have defaulted in repayment of loans are hereby advised to approach the respective branches and settle the dues latest by 30.09.2014 without fail. Sd/S.Atovi Sema Managing Director The Nagaland State Co-Operative Bank Ltd. Head Office: Dimapur

geNeraL iNfOrMaTiON fOr THe PUBLiC “It is to inform the public in general that Shri. Rahul Langthasa, age about 37, the eldest son of the undersigned has been given his share of property in 2008. Since then he does not have any share in the family property. It is further informed that the undersigned, his younger brother, mother and other family members would not have any liability towards anybody whom so ever who had borrowed him any money or in the event of lending him any money in future. In 2010, he voluntarily renounced his parents, brother and sisters and since then the family members of the undersigned do not have any family relationship with him. Anyone who had contracted with him in respect of any monetary transaction would have to avail their loan from him and the family members of the undersigned would not have any liabilities towards anybody.” (BIROD LANGTHASA) Dhansiripar Village Dimapur: Nagaland

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Regd. No: 825/2014 Dated: 26/9/2014 By this deed I, the undersigned Mr. Botovi Chishi, aged about 28 years, resident of H/No -94, Behind Eden High School, Thilixu Village, Dimapur-797112, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and declare as under:1. That for and on behalf of myself and my family and remitter issue wholly renounce/relinquish and abandon the use of my mother's former name LITHRONGLA CHISHI and in place thereof I do hereby assume from this date my mother's name as LITHRONGLA GHUKHATO CHISHI and so that I and my family and remitter issue may hereafter use my mother's name, known and distinguished not by LITHRONGLA CHISHI, but assumed name of LITHRONGLA GHUKHATO CHISHI. 2. That due to some inadvertent mistake my mother's name has been entered as LITHRONGLA CHISHI in some of my official documents, that for the purpose of evidencing such my determination declare that I shall at all times hereafter in all records, deeds and writings and in all proceedings and transactions, private as well as all occasions use my mother's name as LITHRONGLA GHUKHATO CHISHI in place of LITHRONGLA CHISHI. 3. That henceforth my mother's name shall be entered as LITHRONGLA GHUKHATO CHISHI for all purposes. 4. That this declaration is made to affirm that both my mother's names aforementioned are of one and the same person. 5. That I expressly authorize and request all persons in general and relatives and friends in particular, at all times hereafter to designate and address my mother's name as LITHRONGLA GHUKHATO CHISHI accordingly. 6. In witness whereof, I sign this affidavit on this 26th day of September, 2014 at Dimapur, Nagaland. DEPONENT Sworn before me by the Deponent on this the 26th day of September 2014 at Dimapur. JUDICIAL MAGISTRATE FIRST CLASS/NOTARY DIMAPUR :: NAGALAND.

The Morung Express 4 public discoursE After all, what is so special about Article 371A? The ANIDFSAJF’S Plight Dimapur

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f late some Nagas have been bragging and boasting about their achievement in being able to safely tug away Nagaland’s right to its land and resources in Article 371A of the Indian Constitution. Some have stated this achievement as the Guardian Angel of Nagaland, while others have called it as a provision purchased by Naga blood. Such tall claims have left me totally dumfounded and angry. As far as I am concerned, the rights of a nation to its land and its resources are, as a rule, always enshrined in the Constitution of their own country. For example, India’s right to her land and its resources is enshrined in their own Constitution and not based upon an article in the Constitution of China or Pakistan. Like all other nations, Naga rights to Naga lands and its resources are also enshrined in the Naga Yehzabo (Constitution) under Article 3. The wording of this right runs as follows: “Each village is a republic within its own territory having full authority over its own affairs including land, community, organization, social, culture, religion, customs and practices.” This Constitutional guarantee of village supremacy and land ownership rights is unique to Naga customs, traditions and culture. Nagas had always lived like this in their sover-

eign democratic village republics from time immemorial. This Constitutional right from the Naga Yehzabo comes after Article 1 of the Yehzabo which state the territory of Nagaland as: “The territory of Nagaland shall comprise of all the lands inhabited by the Nagas.”Nagas are therefore not a people unsure of their national identity or their national land and their rights thereof. In the light of all these facts I would like to ask a question to any Nagas who are thinking that they have achieved a great thing in inserting Article 371A in the Constitution of India. My question is: “Is it really a big deal and a great achievement to have one’s right to one’s own lands enshrined in the Constitution of a foreign country that has invaded your lands?” Tragically, what the Naga People’s Convention (NPC) and the 16 Point Agreement did to Nagas and their rights to their lands was precisely this treachery of transferring Naga rights to their lands from their own Yezabo to a foreign country that had invaded Nagaland in the 1950’s. In doing this, the NPC changed the “invasion crime” into an”invitation issue” where a foreign authority was invited into our lands to rule us from within.This foreign constitution into which our land ownership rights were trans-

ferred was the Constitution of a totally alian and foreign nation who did not know anything about our polity, culture and legal systems which had been running our political affairs for thousands of years. As a result, this foreign Indian constitution, far from making us a strong nation reduced us to a totally dependent nation politically and economically. Also, as opposed to our clearly defined territories stated in our own Constitution, what we got from India through the NPC was a state without even a clearly defined territory. Along with this undefined territory, we also got an extra Constitutional bonus document called “The Nagaland Penal Code”. This Penal Code contains the most dehumanizing Acts and Regulations like The Assam Maintenance of Public Order Act 1953, The Assam Disturbed Area Act 1955, The Armed Forces Special Power Act 1958, and The Nagaland Regulation act 1962 etc. These acts and regulations besides sanctioning- searching our private homes without search warrants, arresting us without arrest warrantseven nullified our very right to life by sanctioning that a Naga can be shot to death even on mere suspicion. This was what the first generation of educated Nagas who collaborated with the Indian government

ny kind of strike or agitation was a cause of failure to recognize the legitimate and relative rights within the laid down rules on the lines of democratic way. Of late, many work-charged employees retired without getting their service regularized and ROP. The All Nagaland Inter Departmental Field Staff Association Joint Forum (ANIDFSAJF) had demonstrated their displeasure of the way that Govt. handle the case of workcharged employees in regard to the grant of Revision of pay (ROP) and Regularization of service. The W/C employees were made to live by slogan and their voice was their face with changed attitude. ANIDFSAJF had decided with the participation of 11 Departments and representatives of 11 Districts to go for agitation followed by roads, supply of water and electricity cut-off all over Nagaland if their demands were not fulfilled within 31st December 2014, i.e implementation of ROP and Regularization of Service of the W/C employees as per the judgement of Order passed by the Hon’ble Guwahati High Court , Kohima Bench. Elements that go to make a happy and healthy society had suffered a setback when the Govt. has been sleeping over the issue for a long time and ignorance has been bliss all these years and the problem has become deep-rooted. The State Govt. has been riding on the case of contempt of Court till today even though the Govt. keep on the pretence of being concern about it. The work-charged employees now refused to soften its stand who had lived these years knowing that they were made to suffer, would definitely Kaka D. Iralu hope justice will be theirs sometime soon.

condemned the upcoming generations of Nagas to. Today, the last remnants of this generation of Nagas are ready to even sell Naga lands to outsiders through the Nagaland Special Development Zones (NSDZs). They are now trying to completely reverse even the Naga national stand of URRA UVVIE to URRA FOR SALE. As stated earlier, this whole process began by first transferring our rights to our lands into the Constitution of India under Article 371A. Now under the protection of that same Article, they are going to even sell our lands to both Indian oil experts, foreign investors and God know who else. As far as I am concerned, there cannot be any higher act of treason then to sell one’s own motherland through the provisions and protection of a foreign country’s Constitution. All Naga villagers who are the real owners of all Naga lands must unitedly rise up to oppose the threat from this greatest injustice that can be imposed on the Nagas by India and their Naga collaborators. After all Naga martyrs did not lay down their lives and shed their blood so that Naga rights to Naga lands and its resources can be enshrined in the Constitution of India.

The conflict between the employer and the employees imply a fundamental change to the outlook of the State, a deeper concern, justice and fair play for the deprived and the dis-privileged. The work force of w/c employees is a part and parcel of the State and the contribution of regular and the w/c employees are accountable for running the machinery of the Govt. At one time, a politician said the w/c employees are liability to the State without asserting the fact that they were appointed and assigned their duties by the Govt. Let us be realistic, and think of someone who accept the assets and disown the liability, share the blessing and shirk the risks. Every strike is not illegal and the employees enjoy a fundamental right to resort to a lawful strike in order to express their grievances or make demands. This fundamental right cannot in any way be limited by standing orders. The Govt. may impose any kind of restriction upon the striking employees, but it cannot kill the instincts which seeks justice. None is willing to suffer, to be persecuted, to take abuse and ridicule from a hostile world which do not understand our motives and rights. The w/c employees also should maintain the work-culture in public offices and in society or to sacrifice their requirement of efficiency in their duty as their prospects cannot be wished away; it has to live through. The present situation largely depend upon the temperament and compassion and interaction of both; this is true with confidence. Keduovilie Linyu Retd. Assistant Director, IPR Kharüzou, D Block

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riginally, all festivals have their roots in religion. This explains why festivals are indispensably related to and identified with their own particular religions. For instance, Janmashtami or Diwali is to the Hindus what Christmas or Easter is to the Christians. There is nothing such as Christian Ramadan, Buddhist Easter, or Hindu Christmas. Festivals wear different colors and smell different fragrance but worship is an essential part of every religious festival. The practice of different religious festivals may bear certain resemblance in form but they are far apart as far as the content of their faith is concerned. Without malice towards people of other faiths, let me affirm that all religious festivals are unique and different in their own ways, therefore let no man swap them or muddle them up. One of the greatest threats to religion in our time is the growing influence of secularism. One can see this new breed of the present generation, schooled in the mold of western liberal culture and lifestyle, infiltrating into the sacred domain of religions. They are neither apathetic nor sympathetic in a strict sense towards any one par-

ticular faith. This is also the reason why we do not see any problem in having our so-called good Christian political Ministers offering prayers and sending festive greetings to people of other faiths during the observance of their religious festivals. After all the justification is that ours is a secular country and that the constitution of the country is the Bible for its citizens. This apparently harmless ideology is subtly swallowing up religion by dissolving the thin line separating the two worldviews. Honestly speaking, there is no more spiritual fervor in religious festivals; there is only secular festival. Even religion is being secularized. In that sense, secularism is the new religion of our time. In the name of tourism and on the pretext of showcasing our cultural heritage, even the traditional Naga festivals, dispossessed of their spiritual meaning, have been commoditized and commercialized. The festivals in Nagaland are empty festivals with no soul in them. Christian festivals are no exception. Christmas is nothing but an occasion for socializing, merrymaking, and moneymaking. The sanctity of spiritual events

is being systematically secularized, even desecrated, and is being offered on a platter to suit the individual palate of its customers. Durga Puja, as everyone knows, is the festival of the Hindus. However, without giving a serious thought to the concept and consequence of soaking oneself in the celebration of others religious festivals, more and more Nagas, who declare themselves as Christians, are seen frolicking openly and reveling indiscriminately in nonChristian festivals. Over the years, Durga Puja has become more or less like a Christian festival in Nagaland. If one wishes to confirm this story, make a point to travel to Kohima or Dimapur this coming Puja season and see for yourself the fact with your own naked eyes. With the growing influence of Hindi movies and Hindu ideologies on our cultural and political foundations, a day is coming, perhaps sooner than anticipated, when we will have our own brand of Naga Hindus and Naga Muslims with their temples and mosques next to our churches. How does that sound?

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once felt amused when I saw a drama. It was about a Rich man and a Wage labourer. The story goes.......... A rich man asks a wage labourer to work in his field in return of wage. The wage labourer, out of joy went to the field to work. He worked the whole day under the heat sweating, getting no time to rest. Next day he went to work again. It rained the whole day but the worker keep toiling, keeping his wages in mind after hard work. Later he came back to the rich man to get his pay. He said, “Please pay me the wage I worked for”. But the rich man started playing prank with the worker instead of paying him. He took out the money and held it to the sun where the shadow falls to the ground. “Take that”, the rich man said. “The money is mine, the shadow is yours”. This story, however humorous it may be, has a lot of truth to be related to our present society. This thought Rümatho Nyusou (SBS, Zubza) has pierced my heart being

a SSA Teacher. Ever since the declaration of the mass Teacher’s recruitment, we are kept at abeyance to wait for one whole year to get out appointment; that too, after repeated appeals and agitations. There and then, the delay of salary has slapped everyone’s face much to the surprise of the Nagaland SSA Teachers. Since then, till date, the teachers were made to borrow, take loan of interest, work under stress and many other unbearable but unspeakable miseries. The government has been giving false promises time after time to the qualified teachers who were appointed under competitive exams but without any result. Last year, the concern department has notified all the Regular Teachers with 50% or more with Master’s degree, to submit their educational documents along with their appointment order to the respective DEOs for appointment as PGTs. Meeting the requirement me too went

and submit my documents. But recently, the government has appointed some teachers to the PGT posts without any clear cut procedures or any notifications for interview or exam. Is the concern department playing with the sentiments of the teachers? Or am I neglected and ignored because of being an SSA teacher? If facing delay of salary, not availing opportunities and getting step motherly treatment is a result of being SSA Teacher, let me pose some questions; Are we SSA Teachers not genuine Nagas of Nagaland? Are we not qualified? Then whom do you call as qualified? Are we not teaching at the same schools where many backdoor appointees are also teaching? Aren’t we recruited by the state government and not by the central government? Then why do you neglect us? The story above has in a way depicted the very fact of our society. The teachers with full zeal and enthusiasm had

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been working day in and day out for the welfare of the students. You call us, “backbone of the society”, “nation builders”, “knowledge suppliers”, etc. Those are smooth to hear. But let me say, “You feed us bones to produce muscles; starved us to produce milk”. “You call us teachers but treated us like beggars”. Day after day, week after week and month after month, the SSA Teachers had been bearing all these told and untold miseries. But let me say, “The SSA Teachers felt cheated and are weary to be under the shadow of corruption anymore”. The government should and must pay all the pending salaries of the SSA Teachers as promised by the Honourable Parliamentary Secretary during the Teachers Day celebration and pay the teachers at regular intervals for qualitative education in our state.

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cSuD commemorates silver jubilee Morung express News

‘Strive for excellence’

Dimapur | September 26

Chakhesang Students’ Union, Dimapur (CSUD) commemorated its 25th foundation day on September 25. The silver jubilee celebration was graced by the Deputy Commissioner of Dimapur, Wetsope Kenye as the chief guest. While remembering the founding members, the DC in his address said that what the CSUD has become today was the result of the effort put in by the founding members of the union. Stating that their sacrifice deserves respect, the DC added that the students of today should emulate and learn from them.

The DC, Wetsope Kenye and Rev. Dr. VK Nuh alongwith CSUD officials and others during the unveiling of the silver jubilee monolith at Chakhesang colony, Dimapur, on September 26.

The DC further called upon the students to take it up as a challenge to endeavour for excellence and success. At the same,

the DC added that one’s roots should not be forgotten. Stating that the link to one’s roots never fades, the DC said that whatever

one does reflects on one’s village “where there are people, who take pride in one’s success and sorrow in one’s defeat.”

C S U D p re s i d e n t , Mese Kapfo in his address underlined the importance of making the right choice. Stating that

the choices made today as a student will define the life one would lead, Kapfo cautioned against hasty decisions. “We see thousands of youth wiling their time away (but) do you know that your parents are sacrificing their very life and comforts for your better tomorrow?” On the other hand, he said that today’s world is full of opportunities and amazing possibilities that enable a youth to prepare for any profession. Earlier, marking the occasion, the CSUD’s silver jubilee monolith was unveiled at Chakhesang colony. Rev. Dr. VK Nuh dedicated the unveiling of the monolith.

Dimapur

DC & DEO Kohima notifies on bribes during bye-election Kohima, September 26 (Dipr): Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer Kohima, W. Honje Konyak has notified that as per section 171 B of Indian Penal Code, any person giving or accepting any gratification in cash or kind during election process, with a view to inducing the person to exercise his electoral right is punishable with imprisonment up to one year or fine or with both. Further, as per section 171 C of Indian Penal Code, any person who threatens any candidate or elector, or any other person, with injury of any kind, is punishable with impris-

onment up to one year or fine or with both. Flying Squads have been formed to register cases against both the giver and the taker of bribe and for taking action against those who are engaged in threat and intimidation of electors. All the Citizens are here by requested to refrain from taking any bribe and incase, anybody offers any bribe or is having knowledge about the bribe or cases of threat/intimidation of electors, then he should inform to the contact number 0370-2292236 of the 24x7 Complaint Monitoring Cell of the district, set up for receiving the complaints.

KLH & ZPON criticize Naglaland Naga lady honoured with ALL Medical camp conducted at Khehoi govt’s handling of oil operations Grassroots Women Award Kohima, September 26 (mexN): The Kohima Lotha Hoho (KLH) and the Zeliang Public Organization Nagaland (ZPON) today expressed concern over the “manner in which the Nagaland state government is handling the oil issue despite protests and boycott...” A press note from the KLH and ZPON clarified that the organizations do not question the State government’s “authority to award an exploration permit to any company” in the State. However, they stated that the company (MOGPL) “has been under scanner in its credibility…” The organizations asserted they are not against development in the State and particularly in the oil and gas sector “so long as the public benefits are im-

minent and the NPNG rules and regulations are amended based on the inalienable rights of the people and at the same time strictly followed.” Questioning “the manner in which MOGPL was awarded the permit by clear violations of its own approved NPNG rules & regulations,” they reminded that the Kyong Students’ Union (KSU) had submitted a memorandum to the Nagaland government in regard to the “questionability of the company.” The KLH and ZPON lamented that the “state government instead of looking into the matter launched the oil exploration work at Changpang despite legitimate protest and the same had been done in Peren despite boycott call.” It termed the action of the state as “... an act of dictatorship…”

Dimapur, September 26 (mexN): The Nagaland State Aids Control Dimapur, SeptemThe organizations fur- ber 26 (mexN): Dr Alana Society (NSACS) and the ther informed that the KLH Golmei (General Secretary, Malaria department (NVB“recently filed a PIL in the North East Support Centre DCP) conducted a two day matter of award of permit and Helpline) was honmedical camp at its Counto MOGPL in the Guwa- oured with the prestigious cil Headquarters (CHQ) hati High Court, Kohima Assocham Ladies League and General Headquarter bench…” During the pen(GHQ), Khehoi designated (ALL), Grassroots Women dency of the PIL and till its camp, September 23 and 24. of the Decade Achievers outcome as decided by the A press release from the Award for setting-up the Court, the KLH & ZPON MIP GPRN/NSCN in this reNortheast Support Centre informed they would regard has expressed gratefulfrain from giving any fur- and 24/7 Helpline to preness to the NSACS and NVBvent harassment, discrimither statements in the pubDCP stated, “The good deed nation, and abuse faced by lic, and at the same time, that you have shown tothe people from Northeast Delhi on Thursday. requested the Nagaland wards our cadres will always India living in metros, parAssocham Ladies state Chief Minister “not to be cherished. Thank you so ticularly women. League honored other 35 mislead the people of NaShe received the award exemplary women achiev- much. May our good Lord galand by trying to defend from Venkaiah Naidu, ers some of whom include the MOGPL through false Union Minister of ParliaMeera Munda, social activstatements in the public.” They further cautioned the mentary Affairs, Urban ist and Chhavi Rajawat, first MOGPL “from giving any Development, Housing woman Sarpanch in Rajastconcocted statements in and Urban Poverty allevi- han who left her corporate Dimapur, Septemthe public but rather ad- ation, who graced the oc- job. ALL is the country’s first ber 26 (mexN): Nine vice them to respect the de- casion as chief guest along all-women industry cham- NSCN (IM) members corum of the Judiciary and with Dr. Harbeen Arora, ber with a deep commit- from Saramati region submit their responses to Global Chairperson, ALL ment to women’s leader- joined the GPRN/NSCN at The Leela Palace Hotel, ship in all aspects of society. on September 18. A press the PIL filed by KLH.” release from the MIP, GPRN/NSCN informed. The release stated that “the nine consisting of regional members expressed that having been revoluKohima, September 1:30 p.m. in the conference tionaries, one is bound to 26 (mexN): A general body hall of KPC Office, Kohima. go without food or sleep meeting of the Kohima All members have been for days, but as long as the Press Club has been con- requested to attend the Naga national cause bears vened on September 29 at meeting. fruit, and one’s sacrifice recognised, would continue to strive forward.”

Dimapur, September 26 (mexN): A Blood Donation Camp organized by the Ao Senso Telongjem, Dimapur (ASTD) got underway at Civil Hospital, Dimapur on September 24. Supu Jamir, president of ASTD, stated that the camp is being held with the understanding that donating blood is considered the “highest sacrifice on the part of the donor while saving a life.” He urged Ao citizens to come forward and participate in the camp that will give new life to another human being though the donor may never know the recipient. So far, 18 donors have participated in this camp from 4-5 villages. He expressed hope

that the number of donors will amount to a few hundred according to the list submitted by different village unions. An elderly donor at the hospital cited that, as a community, this is probably the first time that a tribe is organizing such a camp. He further encouraged individuals and organizations to come forward and work towards humanely activities. Jamir also reaffirmed that there will be a mass social work on October 2 at three locations - District Hospital, Referral Hospital (CIHSR) and Naga Cemetery at Lake View Colony - from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. The mass social work is organized under the banner "work is worship."

bless all those members Niuland PHC for joining the from the two departments two teams and giving mediand also Dr. Avika, the MO of cal check up to our cadres.”

Nine NSCN (IM) cadres join GPRN/NSCN

ASTD blood donation underway KPC general meeting

Ao youths donating blood on September 26 at Civil Hospital, Dimapur as part of the Blood Donation camp organized by the Ao Senso Telongjem, Dimapur. (Morung Photo)

The first patient Gen. (Retd) Kholi Konyak, Chairman of the GPRN/NSCN being examined by the visiting consultants, while General Secretary Kitovi Zhimomi looks on attentively.

“Expressing that any organisation claiming to work for the Naga cause should really work towards unification of all Nagas, and having observed that the GPRN/NSCN under the leadership of his Excellency, the President Khole Konyak and General Secretary, N. Kitovi Jimomi making every possible efforts to claim the rights of the Naga people, the nine members have joined to strengthen the GPRN/NSCN and its cause,” the release added. MIP/GPRN identified the nine as: A. Tsusuthong

Tikhir, Leacy, S.T. Khiungmong Tikhir, Leacy, M. Simphu Tikhir, Leacy, T. Yongthong Tikhir, APO, Khiumong Tikhir, Rajupeyu, Kiusu Tikhir, Khapur, T. Yongpanthong Tikhir, Khapur, Panthong Tikhir, Khapur, Yanmong Tikhir, Khapur.

PGN was formed “as per the House resolution adopted on July 18 to form new government for Political Institution (NNC).” The release giving the guidelines for PGN stated that PGN shall function under Naga National Council. It stated that PGN jurisdiction shall extend to Nagas’ claimed ancestral land and added that PGN shall stand based on the historical and political rights of the Nagas.

ful friend (YOU) were born; Your coming to this World made a stitch with many joyous people n things... As you share a piece of happiness to your friends, may all the joyous fortunes be upon you always & may the Gud Lord assures all your righteous wishes... HAPPY BIRTH-DAY!!!

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'Team Nagaland' to participate at National Science Seminar NNC dedicates People’s Birth-Day Boy, Every year this very Kohima, September Office, Kohima on August 28 on Government of Nagaland Day is so special as a faith26 (mexN): Nagaland will be the Topic, “Innovations in Agri-

represented by two students, Vitso-ü Tsürho and Phengna Lily Khadak, both Class-9 of Mezhür Higher Secondary School, Kohima in the forthcoming “National Science Seminar-2014” scheduled for October 11 in Bangalore. In a press communiqué, the District Education Officer Kohima, Ruovihulie Angami stated that, while the duo had earlier won the first and second position respectively at the “District Level Science Seminar-2014” conducted by the District Education

culture for a Sustainable Future: Prospects and Challenges”, they also repeated the feat representing Kohima district at “Nagaland State Science Seminar-2014” held at Rüzhükhrie Government Higher Secondary School, Kohima on September 10. The duo accompanied by their Guide Teacher, Rosan Rana along with one member of the family will represent “Team Nagaland” at the forthcoming “National Science Seminar-2014” at Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, Bangalore

Dimapur, September 26 (mexN): The Naga National Council has stated that the Council has successfully organised the dedication programme of People’s Government of Nagaland (PGN) on September 23 and that the said organisation will now be known as NNC/ PGN. A press statement from the NNC/PGN President, Temjenyanger Aier, and Ato Kilonser, Dr. Amento Chishi, informing this stated that

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Nagaland Hotel & Restaurant association on World Tourism Day

ike every year, World Tourism Day is celebrated on September 27. An event promoted annually by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the theme for this year’s commemoration is “Tourism and Community Development”. In its Global Code of Ethics, the UNWTO says that tourism must be a beneficial activity for destination communities: “Local populations should be associated with tourism activities and share equitably in the economic, social and cultural benefits they generate, and particularly in the creation of direct and indirect jobs resulting from them.” That is, it calls on both realities to establish a reciprocal relationship, which leads to mutual enrichment. The notion of “community development” is closely linked to a broader concept which is “integral human development”. It is through this latter term that we understand and interpret the former. In this regard, the words of Pope Paul VI are quite illuminating. In his Encyclical Populorum Progression, he stated that “the development we speak of here cannot be restricted to economic growth alone. To be au-

thentic, it must be well rounded; it must foster the development of each man and of the whole man.” How tourism can contribute to this development? To this end, integral human development and, thus, community development in the field of tourism should be directed towards achieving a balanced progress that is sustainable and respectful in three areas: economic, social and environmental. By “environmental”, we mean both the ecological and cultural context. Tourism is a key driver of economic development, given its major contribution to GDP (between 3% and 5% worldwide), employment (between 7% and 8% of the jobs) and exports (30% of global exports of services). At present, the world is experiencing a diversification in the number of destinations, as anywhere in the world has the potential to become a tourist destination. Therefore, tourism is one of the most viable and sustainable options to reduce poverty in the most deprived areas. If properly developed, it can be a valuable instrument for progress, job creation, infrastructure development and

economic growth. As highlighted by Pope Francis, we are conscious that “human dignity is linked to work,” and as such we are asked to address the problem of unemployment with “the tools of creativity and solidarity.” In that vein, tourism appears to be one of the sectors with the most capacity to generate a wide range of “creative” jobs with greater ease. These jobs could benefit the most disadvantaged groups, including women, youth or certain ethnic minorities. It is imperative that the economic benefits of tourism reach all sectors of local society, and have a direct impact on families, while at the same time take full advantage of local human resources. It is also essential that these benefits follow ethical criteria that are, above all, respectful to people both at a community level and to each person, and avoid “a purely economic conception of society that seeks selfish benefit, regardless of the parameters of social justice.” No one can build his prosperity at the expense of others. The benefits of a tourism promoting “community development” cannot be reduced to economics alone:

there are other dimensions of equal or greater importance. Among these include: cultural enrichment, opportunities for human encounter, the creation of “relational goods”, the promotion of mutual respect and tolerance, the collaboration between public and private entities, the strengthening of the social fiber and civil society, the improvement of the community’s social conditions, the stimulus to sustainable economic and social development, and the promotion of career training for young people, to name but a few. The local community must be the main actor in tourism development. They must make it their own, with the active presence of government, social partners and civic bodies. It is important that appropriate coordination and participation structures are created, which promote dialogue, make agreements, complement efforts and establish common goals and identify solutions based on consensus. Tourism development is not to do something “for” the community, but rather, “with” the community. Furthermore, a tourist destination is not only a beautiful landscape

or a comfortable infrastructure, but it is, above all, a local community with their own physical environment and culture. It is necessary to promote a tourism that develops in harmony with the community that welcomes people into its space, with its traditional and cultural forms, with its heritage and lifestyles. And in this respectful encounter, the local population and visitors can establish a productive dialogue which will promote tolerance, respect and mutual understanding. The local community should feel called upon to safeguard its natural and cultural heritage, embracing it, taking pride in it, respecting and adding value to it, so that they can share this heritage with tourists and transmit it to future generations. Also, the people of that community must be capable of displaying their art, traditions, history, and moral and spiritual values, but, above all, the faith that lies at the root of all these things and gives them meaning. Nagaland Hotel & Restaurant Association (NHRA) along with rest of the world community is also celebrating the world tourism day since its inception in the year 2011. Every

year we at NHRA try to involve the society and the community in the celebration of the World Tourism Day in order to sensitize the people about Tourism industry and its benefits. Some of our activities from the past World Tourism Day celebrations are given below:• 2011: Seminar, on theme “Quality Tourism Management in relation to hotel industry” • 2012: We conducted an inter school competition on extempore speech, essay writing, poetry Writing & drawing which were all based on the theme “Prospect and promotion of Tourism of Nagaland” • 2013: We organized “cleanliness Drive” and made a face lift by cleaning and painting the Trees at Naga shopping arcade at Super market Dimapur including old flyover in Dimapur. • 2014: And this year we are going to celebrate the occasion at Kisama along with Dept. of tourism, Govt. of Nagaland with all the other state holders of the Tourism Industry. Contributed by: Nagaland Hotel & Restaurant Association, NHRA. Dimapur

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People, life, etc... Saturday | 27 September, 2014

After Mahmoud Abbas, who will lead the Palestinians?

Luke Baker and Noah Browning

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ost Palestinians have known only two leaders: Yasser Arafat, the stubble-chinned firebrand fond of chequered scarves and olive fatigues, and Mahmoud Abbas, a smooth-shaven father figure who favors Western suits and ties. Arafat died in Paris in 2004, having led the Palestine Liberation Organization since 1969, and Abbas has been in the driving seat since, trying to forge a still-elusive peace deal with Israel. Abbas, 79, shows no signs of ill health and continues to travel widely, visiting France this week before heading to New York for the UN General Assembly next week, the annual jamboree that provides Palestine with a global stage. But he says he will not stand in future elections, so it is only a matter of time before he passes the baton to a new leader, one whom the vast majority of Palestinians - 4.4 million in the West Bank and Gaza and nearly 7 million elsewhere around the world - hope will lead to the foundation of an independent Palestinian state. The problem is that Abbas has not named a successor and shows no inclination to do so, and no one has emerged as a natural heir. Even those closest to him are left guessing who is best placed to take on the leadership. It is a strategy that may serve a short-term purpose, but it raises longer-term questions about democratic accountability, political vision and the sort of personality that will eventually take the helm in statehood negotiations with Israel, if and when they ever resume.

"He doesn't have a protĂŠgĂŠ, he hasn't facilitated a system in which people feel they can rise to the top," said Grant Rumley, an expert on Palestinian affairs at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies in Washington, D.C. What's more, political analysts say, he has moved to sideline several potential rivals over the years, most recently Salam Fayyad, his former prime minister, who perhaps spoke too freely when he mentioned to a U.S. newspaper in 2012 that he might try his hand at the presidency some day. "It's becoming an urgent matter," Rumley said of the absence of a single leader-inwaiting. Others are more blunt about what they see as the failure of the political class to plot a clear course. "There's really no strategy," said Rami Khouri, a researcher at the American University of Beirut. "Abbas is acting like a typical Arab leader who is comfortable in his position and doesn't quite know what to do about what may come next." Closer to home, one Palestinian diplomat who works in Ramallah, where Abbas is based, describes him as becoming "a bit like Samson in the temple, ready to bring the whole structure down" around him with little heed to the consequences. TROUBLED THRONE Since Abbas formally took office as Palestinian Authority president in January 2005, the ground has shifted beneath him, complicating almost every political calculation he and his once-dominant party, Fatah, has had to make. The Islamist movement Hamas, founded in Gaza in the 1980s, has risen to promi-

nence, winning Palestinian parliamentary elections in 2006 and shaking the foundations of Abbas's power by opening people's minds to an alternative to Fatah. Ismail Haniyeh of Hamas served as prime minister under Abbas for a year before being dismissed in June 2007, when tensions between the two parties boiled over in Gaza, resulting in the Islamists seizing full control of the territory. As a result of those internal splits, the Palestinian parliament has not properly met since 2007, and legislative elections scheduled for January 2010 never took place. Abbas's mandate as Palestinian Authority president theoretically expired in January 2009, but officials say the constitution gives him the right to remain in office until new elections are held - combining the parliamentary and presidential cycle - for which no date

has yet been set. In April, Fatah and Hamas sought to bridge their differences and agreed to form a "unity government". When that deal was finalised in June, Abbas said elections would be held "within six months", which appears ambitious. "There are enough people who are qualified for the presidency and enough people who have the ambition," said Ghassan Khatib, a professor of politics at Birzeit University in the West Bank and a former government minister, who believes Fatah, despite its image problems and the nagging allegations of high-level corruption, would emerge victorious over Hamas. Five or six names are consistently mentioned by Palestinian officials, European and American diplomats and others.

Palestinian intelligence, who has won plaudits from the Americans, including the CIA, for assistance that led to the capture of Abu Anas al-Libi, wanted for the 1998 bombing of the U.S. embassy in Libya. Faraj, who is in his early 50s, has been brought in to take part in negotiations with the Israelis and Americans, earning respect from both. A fluent Hebrew speaker who has spent six years in Israeli jails, Faraj is regarded as a sharp pragmatist with the 'getit-done' mindset of a majorgeneral. On the downside, while he grew up in a refugee camp outside Bethlehem, which gives him credibility on the Palestinian street, he has no real political base and does not speak English well, limiting his international reach. "The Americans love him FUTURE LEADERS and the Israelis love him," said Perhaps the most promi- Rumley of the Foundation for nent is Majid Faraj, the head of Defense of Democracies. "He's

'Eau de Revolution' Andrea Rodriguez associated press

all it "Eau de Revolution." Cuba's biggest producer of natural products has come up with a pair of colognes for the discerning supporter of international socialism who wants something more than just the iconic "Che" T-shirt. A woodsy and refreshing citric scent with notes of talcum powder called "Ernesto" honors guerrilla leader Ernesto "Che" Guevara. For those seeking something softer and fruitier, there's a blend with hints of mango and papaya called "Hugo," for the late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez. "They will be very attractive colognes, but the names also mean a lot to us," said Isbel Gonzalez, vice president for research and development for Labiofam, which produces homeopathic medicines, cleaning products and dietary supplements. Formulated by a French company and produced in Cuba, the men's colognes are being presented this week at a Labiofam convention in Havana. The two scents so far have generic bottles and simple printed labels bearing only their names. But Labiofam is developing more attractive bottles and labels with hopes of putting the colognes on sale in Cuba and internationally, Gonzalez said. She declined to provide a timeline. Labiofam officials said they and French firm Robertet worked for more than 1 1/2 years to produce the colognes. The Cuban company polled 122 visitors to other pharmaceutical conventions to determine what names people preferred from a pre-selected list of options. "It was a great challenge," said Cuban bio-

Cuba scents honor Che, Chavez

A man shows two bottles of cologne, one called "Ernesto," honors guerrilla leader Ernesto "Che" Guevara, and "Hugo," for the late Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez, in Havana, Cuba, Wednesday, September. 24. Formulated by a French company and produced in Cuba, the colognes are being presented this week at a Labiofam convention in Havana. (AP Photo)

chemist Mario Valdes, who led the scent design team. The French company did not respond to a request for comment. Labiofam is also producing a pair of women's perfumes called "Amalia" and "Alba." While ALBA is the Spanish acronym for the leftist Latin America regional alliance founded by Chavez, Gonzalez did not provide details about whether the perfumes' names also had political connotations. Celebrity endorsements are a vital part of the perfume and cologne business, but scents inspired by political figures are rarer. One example is that associated with ousted Philippines President Joseph Estrada, a former movie action star and heartthrob who was forced out in a 2001 "people power" revolt. Estrada, now mayor of the Philippines capital of Manila, was known for

using a distinctively scented body powder, and at one point during his presidency packages described as Estrada's body powder were put on sale for his followers. Guevara's image has long been appropriated for products as diverse as clothing and automobiles, often running into objections from the survivors of the Argentineborn revolutionary who helped Fidel and Raul Castro's rebels overthrow Cuban President Fulgencio Batista in 1959. Chavez became the Castros' greatest ally since the breakup of the Soviet Union, frequently visiting and supplying Cuba with millions of barrels of discounted oil that provided vital support for the island's struggling economy. Labiofam's director is a nephew of the Castros, and Valdes said the families of Guevara and Chavez had been consult-

ed and approved the use of the names. Cubans are enthusiastic consumers of perfumes and colognes. State cosmetics company Suchel-Camacho produces "Alicia," a scent named for Cuban National Ballet founder Alicia Alonso, which has been popular among both tourists and Cuban women since the 1980s. At the Labiofam convention, visitors' reactions to the revolutionary scents were largely positive. "I'd probably be more likely to buy 'Ernesto' because the scent is a little more striking," said Reymundo Miranda, an expert in traditional medicine. Valdes said the colognes had no intention of trivializing the two men's legacies. "We didn't want to create propaganda, but rather pay homage to them and help their names endure," he said.

about stability and security basically U.S. policy - keeping things calm and keeping the status quo." A more radical possibility often talked about is Marwan Barghouti, a leader of the two uprisings or intifadas against Israeli occupation, who was convicted by Israel of five counts of murder in 2004 and handed five life sentences. There is often hope among Palestinians that Barghouti will be freed in a prisoner release negotiated with Israel, but the prospects of that, most commentators agree, are slim. It is, however, possible that he could be elected while in prison, allowing supporters to cast him as something of a Nelson Mandela figure, though unlike Mandela he has never renounced violence as a means to political ends. Asked by Reuters what his prospects were as a leader, Barghouti replied in writing from prison: "The Palestinian leadership has so far failed to achieve freedom, the right of return and independence. It's the people's right to choose whom they deem appropriate to achieve their will according to free, fair and democratic elections." A third possibility is that Fayyad, 62, the former prime minister, manages to build a support base and make a challenge. But he has always been regarded as more of a technocrat - he is a former IMF official - than a political animal, and his style does not easily resonate with the man in the street. Another oft-mentioned name is Jibril Rajoub, a former head of internal Palestinian security and a senior figure in Fatah who now runs the Palestinian Football Association and the Olympic Committee. While not afraid to mix politics and sport, those around him

say his political days are behind him. That leaves two people with very different backgrounds and styles who may well yet emerge as the strongest candidates - Mohammed Dahlan and Mohammed Shtayyeh. Shtayyeh, 56, is a sharp and polished economist with a PhD from the University of Sussex who has risen through the ranks of Fatah and taken part in negotiations with Israel. He now heads a Palestinian investment and development fund that has made him a critical driver of the economy. "Shtayyeh may well be the top candidate," said Rumley. "If there's a long, drawn-out process to decide who is the next leader of the Palestinians, Shtayyeh is the guy." Dahlan, 52, is a former head of Fatah in Gaza who was close to the British and Americans. His star looked to have fallen when his U.S.-funded militia was routed by Hamas militants in 2007, but he has resurfaced in the United Arab Emirates, where he has raised vast funds for Palestinian causes and become a thorn in Abbas's side with critical comments about his leadership. Dahlan's money and charisma, his upbringing in Gaza and his straddling of politics and militancy make him a powerful force, but he has also been accused by rivals of being too close to the Israelis and the Americans and is perceived as juggling too many competing interests. And the presidency might not be in his sights, according to a European diplomat who has had dealings with him. "He's a puppet master," the diplomat said. "He would rather pull the strings above the head of whoever does end up being the next president."

Wasps enlisted in war on crop killer Margie Mason associated press

hey are the size of a pinhead and don't even pack a sting, but these tiny wasps are cold-blooded killers nonetheless. They work as nature's SWAT team, neutralizing a pest that threatens to destroy one of the developing world's most important staple foods: cassava. The wasps are being released in Indonesia, the latest country threatened by the mealybug. It's a chalky white insect shaped like a pill that's been making its way across Southeast Asia's fields for the past six years. The pest first appeared in Indonesia in 2010. Bogor on the outskirts of Indonesia's capital Jakarta was ground zero. But unlike in Thailand, where infestations reached some 250,000 hectares (618,000 acres) of crops grown mostly as part of a huge export business, cassava in Indonesia is a vital local food source second only to rice. That makes the mealybug a serious threat to food security in Indonesia, which already has one of the region's highest child malnutrition rates. The parasitic wasps, or Anagyrus lopezi, need the mealybug to survive. Females lay their eggs inside the insect and as the larvae grow, they eat the bug from the inside out, slowly killing it until there's nothing left but its mummified shell. On Wednesday, scientists put 3,000 wasps into a secure tent-like habitat in an affected field in Bogor. They will be monitored to see how well they handle local conditions as they multiply to an expected 450,000 within a month. Once a government permit is obtained, the wasps can be released into the wild to start their relentless killing spree. It's unclear how much

Pest pink cassava mealybugs are shown in a laboratory at Bogor Agricultural University in Bogor, West Java, Indonesia, Wednesday, September. 24. They are the size of a pinhead and don't even pack a sting, but these tiny wasps are cold-blooded killers nonetheless. They work as nature's SWAT team, neutralizing a pest that threatens to destroy one of the developing world's most important staple foods: cassava. The wasps are being released in Indonesia, the latest country threatened by the mealybug. It's a white fuzzy-looking insect shaped like a pill that's been making its way across Southeast Asia's fields for the past six years. Scientists will put 2,000 wasps on Wednesday into a holding cage at an affected field in Bogor. They will be monitored to see how well they handle local conditions as they multiply to an expected 300,000 over the next month before being released into the wild to start their relentless killing spree. (AP Photo)

damage mealybugs have already caused to Indonesia's crops, but infestations have been reported on the main cassava-growing island of Java and in parts of Sumatra, said Kris Wyckhuys, an entomologist at the Colombia-based International Center for Tropical Agriculture, which is helping to coordinate the release. He said the idea is to introduce the wasps early in a pre-emptive strike because the pests if left unchecked can destroy more than 80 percent of a harvest by sucking the plant's sap until it withers and dies. "It is entering into areas where it is expected to cause the biggest yield impact and the biggest impact on food security and on cassava-related livlihoods," Wyckhuys said. Cassava farmer Wahyu Hidayat said the pests hit about three hectares of his five hectacre crop four years ago. The leaves started shriveling and falling off the plants that grow up to four meters tall, and no one had ever seen anything like it. It lowered

production from five kilos of cassava from one tree down to two kilos. "It's really difficult for us," he said, welcoming the government's wasp intervention. "As a traditional farmer, we didn't know how to deal with it." Indonesia is one of the world's top producers of cassava, planting around 1 million hectares (2.5 million acres) a year, half of which is eaten as a staple food across the sprawling archipelago of 240 million people. The long roots of the shrub-like plant are a major source of carbohydrates and provide an array of nutrients. Like the potato, cassava is a versatile starch that's an essential part of daily meals across much of the developing world. In Indonesia it is boiled, fried, made into noodles, crackers and even cakes. Known elsewhere as manioc, tapioca and yucca, it is also made into livestock feed and used as an ingredient in a variety of products worldwide, ranging from lipstick and artificial sweeteners to paint

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and glucose IV drips. Portuguese traders first brought the plant from South America centuries ago, and many of the world's poorest people today depend on it for survival. It grows well in bad soil conditions and doesn't need much water, making it ideal for hot areas hit by drought. It is especially important in Africa, which suffered a massive mealybug attack in the 1980s. Wasps were first imported there from Paraguay and released across the continent by airplane. The method was effective, wiping out up to 95 percent of the bugs in some areas, and has been credited with averting famine and saving $20 billion. Wyckhuys said the wasps have not created any unintended problems within ecosystems since the so called pink mealybugs only eat cassava and the tiny wasps only eat mealybugs. However, he said it's impossible to erradicate all of the pests because the wasps must keep some hosts alive in order to keep from dying out themselves. Mealybugs, or Phenacoccus manihoti, are believed to have hitchhiked into Thailand in 2008, most likely aboard cassava cuttings transported from Africa. But without the wasps to keep them in check, they quickly spread to Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. Small releases have been conducted within those countries, and the wasps imported in 2009 to Thailand have also slowly migrated into neighboring countries. The wasps have vastly improved the problem in Thailand, the worlds's largest cassava exporter, but not eliminated it entirely. Several wasp releases are planned in different parts of Indonesia using insects brought from Thailand.

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THE MORUNG EXPRESS

27 September, 2014

Morung Youth Express

Stronger Than Democracy Parag Khanna | The Atlantic

ast week, the world’s most globe-spanning empire until the mid-20th century let its fate be decided by 3.6 million voters in Scotland. While Great Britain narrowly salvaged its nominal unity, the episode offered an important reminder: The 21st century’s strongest political force is not democracy but devolution. Before the vote was cast, British Prime Minister David Cameron and his team were so worried by voter sentiment swinging toward Scottish independence that they promised a raft of additional powers to Edinburgh (and Wales and Northern Ireland) such as the right to set its own tax rates—granting even more concessions than Scotland’s own parliament had demanded. Scotland won before it lost. Furthermore, what it won it will never give back, and what it lost it can try to win again later. England, meanwhile, feels ever more like the center of a Devolved Kingdom rather than a united one. Devolution—meaning the decentralization of power—is the geopolitical equivalent of the second law of thermodynamics: inexorable, universal entropy. Today’s nationalism and tribalism across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East represent the continued push for either greater autonomy within states or total independence from what some view as legacy colonial structures. Whether these movements are for devolution, federalism, or secession, they all to varying degrees advocate the same thing: greater self-rule. In addition to the traditional forces of anti-colonialism and ethnic grievance, the newer realities of weak and over-populated states, struggles to control natural resources, accelerated economic competition, and even the rise of big data and climate change all point to more devolution in the future rather than less. Surprisingly, this could be a good thing, both for America and the world. Woodrow Wilson brought his fierce anti-colonialism to the Paris Peace Conference after World War I, insisting on national self-determination as one of his famous “Fourteen Points.” But stubborn Western Europeans held on to their imperial possessions until World War II bankrupted them. The dismantling of the British and French empires over the course of the 20th century gave birth to more than 75 new countries within four decades. Decolonization was followed by the collapse of the Soviet Union, which created 15 independent states. All told, the jackhammer of devolution has more than tripled the number of countries around the world, from the 51 original member states of the United Nations to its 193 members today. Strangely, international law as enshrined in the UN Charter appears to work against these trends, strongly privileging state borders as they are as if to freeze the world map in time. But to paraphrase Victor Hugo, there is nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come. People can no longer be

cheated (for long) out of their legitimate aspirations for self-rule. Devolution helps to sensibly reorganize large and unwieldy postcolonial states. Take the example of India, where more than 60 years of independence have brought little development to peripheral and rural states in the east and northeast of the country. Rather than fostering economic growth outside the capital, New Delhi’s priority instead has been imposing either the Hindi (Mahatma Gandhi’s preference) or English languages across the country. But such malign neglect has only stoked devolutionary pressures. Since 1947, the number of states in the Indian federation has doubled, with the 29th (Telangana) created earlier this year. As state boundaries better conform to ethnic and linguistic boundaries, provincial units can focus more on their internal growth, rather than on having to defend themselves against the center. Notice how the second-largest contributor to Indian GDP besides Mumbai’s Maharashtra state is Tamil Nadu, the state that is geographically farthest from notoriously corrupt New Delhi. Another accelerant of devolution is ubiquitous data. Much as modern nation-states seem to have lost their monopoly on armed forces, so too has evaporated their dominance of information flows and narratives. Call it the triumph of transparency: Whether through free media, leaks, hacks, democracy, or legal pressure, people increasingly know how their countries are run—and crucially how their money is spent. This March, participants in a nonbinding online referendum in Venice overwhelmingly supported an unofficial “declaration of independence” from Italy. The reason? Venice pays 70 billion euros in taxes per year, but receives only a fraction back in fiscal transfers, meaning support from the capital. Catalonia, with its unique language and centuries of cultural traditions, made similar calculations with respect to Madrid and is set to vote on independence in November. Spain and Italy’s constitutions forbid secession, but to avoid severe internal unrest beyond that which has already beset them since the financial crisis, both governments will likely grant more autonomy to these important provinces. Ultimately, these upstart— or start-up—regions want the “devomax” deal the Basques of northern Spain have: complete fiscal autonomy with no taxes paid to the capital. Even global warming can drive devolution: As Greenland’s ice sheet melts, its 60,000 Inuit have greater access to abundant and valuable reserves of resources such as uranium and natural gas. This creates an incentive for Greenlanders to hoard the potential windfall rather than send it to Copenhagen, which has retained some governing authority over the island since Denmark seized and colonized Greenland nearly three centuries ago. The 2021 date proposed for a Greenland independence vote provides an eerie parallel to Scotland’s referendum,

which took place roughly 300 years after that country joined the United Kingdom. Unlike Scotland, however, Greenland’s vote for independence wouldn’t even be close. Make way for another seat at the UN. Shrill warnings against devolution ignore the evidence that it is also a logical consequence of connectivity. In the days before Scotland’s independence referendum, Gordon Brown, the Scotland-born former British prime minister, made a passionate appeal to his countrymen to choose unity over independence. Scotland’s “quarrel should be with globalization, rather than England,” he said. But on whose terms should that tug-of-war for jobs be waged? Smaller states and smaller economies have less of a margin for error when it comes to their own survival. Would Scotland have outsourced its manufacturing base to Asia in the way that far-off London capitalists so enthusiastically did? Would Scotland, as politicians in London warned, really have been unable to establish its own currency within 18 months? As even the antiindependence Economist noted, 28 new central banks have been created in the past 25 years; Estonia set up its own central bank and currency in a week. A connected world— the result of Brown’s bogeyman of ‘globalization’—has turned such bureaucratic hurdles into commoditized tasks. The more cities and provinces attain quality infrastructure—courtesy of investment from their own governments and foreigners—the more they can leverage these new capacities. In America, fiscal federalism is a crucial driver of economic dynamism. For example, Texas has made itself the most business-friendly state in the country by minimizing regulations and keeping taxes low; it now boasts an $8.8 billion surplus. California also experiments at the state level with immigration and greenhouse-gas emissions reduction policies that are best suited to its own needs and goals. Oil-rich British Columbia and gas-and-mineral-rich Western Australia have their own resource wealth funds that have propelled infrastructure investment and growth in cities such as Vancouver and Perth first, before a share of the profits is sent to the distant capitals Ottawa and Canberra. In Europe, devolution has become a healthy form of competitive arbitrage—a perpetual negotiation to get maximum freedoms from under-performing national governments so that over-performing provinces can get on with their own priorities. An independence movement is brewing in Sardinia, for instance, that would see the already autonomous Italian island sell itself to landlocked (and far better governed) Switzerland as a maritime canton. Can all devolution be handled so peacefully? With all the world’s terrain claimed, one’s gain (of independence) must equal another’s loss (of territorial integrity). Borders can therefore either change violently, or can be softened through devolu-

tion. Devolution is why the Basques and Quebecois are at peace today. To attempt to stem the pro-Russian rebel tide in Ukraine, the parliament in Kiev last week granted self-rule to the eastern provinces of Donetsk and Luhansk as a gesture to keep them within the Ukrainian orbit. Devolution today is thus not just a force of tribalism but a tool of peacemaking. This kind of thinking will be necessary for remapping the Middle East as the century-old Sykes-Picot map of the region crumbles. The near-total dissolution of the Arab political cartography embodies the most severe entropy, fragmentation, and disorder. Today only the oilrich micro-states of the Persian Gulf such as Qatar and the UAE have purchased long-term security. But we do not yet know what will replace the current Syria and Iraq—to say nothing of the Islamic State’s plans for Jordan, Lebanon, and beyond. Yet if one rule of counterinsurgency is to find, protect, and build stable enclaves, that is also a bottom-up approach to replacing Arab colonial cartography with a more legitimate order based on smaller and more coherent islands of stability. Rather than artificial nations, the future Middle East order will likely consist of robust tribal states like Israel and Kurdistan, and urban commercial centers with mixed populations that will protect themselves and their trade routes. Perhaps a world of smaller states would bring globalization more into balance, with each state maintaining the necessary production and jobs essential for social stability, even if not optimizing global comparative advantage. A world of smaller states might also be a more peaceful one as well, with none able to survive without importing food and goods from others. Such a world would embody the principle of anti-fragility that the author Nassim Taleb advocates: too small to fail. The map of the world is in perpetual flux, with territories splintering and combining in various configurations. North and South Yemen merged in 1990; Czechoslovakia divorced in 1993. South Sudan seceded in 2011; now there’s talk of North and South Korea reunifying along the model of East and West Germany. The fundamental search for more coherent political entities can bring turbulence, but not always violence. Thus, the Scottish precedent is a harbinger of neither global chaos nor the end of multi-national harmony. In fact, devolution’s dialectical opposite is aggregation. The world may splinter, but it also comes together in new combinations such as the European Union, which ultimately absorbs all the continent’s micro-states into a truly multinational federation. Witness the Balkans, where two decades on from the bloody wars of Yugoslavia’s dissolution, all its former republics have become or are candidates for EU membership. If the world wants to see global solidarity of nations, the tribes may need to win first.

In battle against rude people, kindness is a powerful weapon

Amy Alkon | LA Times

n Los Angeles, you can call 311 to get a stack of old mattresses removed from your alley; I don't see why there isn't some number to summon aliens with a giant ray gun to pop down and vaporize the guy marching back and forth in front of my house, yelling into his cellphone. And sure, as he helpfully pointed out, "It's a public street!" — but there's a reasonable presumption that the sounds you hear inside your house will be house sounds: the tea kettle whistling, bacon frying and your dog biting his toenails. Basically, another person's right to have a cellphone yell session outside your home ends where your living room begins. We're all experiencing more daily rudeness than ever, to the point where there seems to be a revised Golden Rule: "Do unto others … whatever you think you can get away with." Pundits are quick to blame technology, too much parenting, too little parenting and the reality TV empire known as the Kardashians. But science tells another story: We have lost the constraints we had on our behavior for millions

of years of human history. In short, we are rude because we are now living in societies too big for our brains. I came to this idea via the finding by British anthropologist Robin Dunbar that there's a "magic" population limit — approximately 150 people — b eyo n d which civility breaks down. In a society of 150 or fewer, where everyone knows everyone else (like the small bands in which we evolved), concern for reputation keeps people from acting out. But there's no need to worry about reputation when you are surrounded by strangers, as we so often are these days, and it's transformed our society into a free-for-all for the piggy and entitled. We obviously can't turn the clock back to a world where everybody knows everybody and the blacksmith's mother. What we can do is use my "societies too big for our brains" concept to bring back some of the

constraints and benefits of the small societies in which we evolved. This starts with letting empathy — "How would I feel if that were done to

me?" — be our behavioral guide, rather than whether we know the person we are about to do it to. We also need to start speaking up to the rude, which is something many people feel uncomfortable doing. To get over this psychological hurdle, we need to recognize rudeness for what it is: A form of theft. A cell boor who privatizes shared space as his own is stealing your attention. The neighbor who blasts music at 2 a.m. is stealing your sleep. And ultimately, all rudeness is the theft of everybody's peace of

mind because it makes our world into an ugly shove-orbe-shoved place. Admittedly, some rudeness is a result of good people just not being mindful. If their behavior is pointed out to them, they will generally express embarrassment and apologize. However, for the egregiously, remorselessly rude, we need to bring back the power of shaming in the public square. Standing in for the pillory we have what I call webslapping: posting awful behavior on social media. (There's a new sheriff in town, and it's the YouTube video that goes viral.) Even if the particular rude person never sees his or her ignominious star turn, the fear of being similarly exposed should deter others from acting out. Not everyone will be comfortable standing up to the rude, but we can all start making a daily effort to treat strangers like neighbors: smiling, saying hello, and

doing the small kindnesses that we would for people we know. For example, a friend came upon an older lady fanning herself on a bench on a hot Boulder, Colo., street. The woman asked my friend where she could get a Diet Coke. My friend went up the block, bought a Diet Coke, came back and handed it to the woman. "Oh, my God!" the woman shouted. "You're kidding me! God bless you! I can't believe you did that!" It's pretty amazing. A small kindness that's no big deal when you do it for someone you know is an incredibly powerful act when done for a stranger. It's also likely to have cascading societal returns. Research by psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky found that recipients of kind acts were almost three times more likely to do kind acts for others. So simply by regularly reaching out to our co-humans, we can transform our society, little by little, from a vast strangeropolis to a really, really big neighborhood. The way I see it, a minimum of one kind act a day should be our self-imposed cover charge for living in this world. We get the society we create — or the society we let happen to us.

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Let Love and Peace flow ……..

H Akato Sema: I am not young but not old too, yet one thing for sure I know is that, I am going to Die one day or the other. Because Death is inescapable destiny for every living creatures, for all have been designed as mortals by the Mother Nature. Which year? Which month? Which week, day and date? What hour, minute and second have been planned for me to consign my mortal remains to the Earth? I have seen my dear ones gone never to be seen again! I see and hear everyday somebody’s kit and kin perishing! Everybody knows that, Big or small, Rich or poor, all are going to be plugged by the inevitable DEATH! Cent percent knowing the truth that all are DOOMED, Why why why do the Earthly people wage war against each other? Why do we want to act superior over others? Why do we want to possess as much wealth and riches more than we deserve? Why do we Envy others and not contended with what just we are? Can our Riches, name and fame buy us immortality? Can these things perpetuate longevity of life and keep us safe from Death? What are we taking home along with our death? We were born naked but thanks, at least we will die with just some dresses worn, just that, what more?? NOTHING else!!! We all know the truth, but what’s blinding our eyes? What’s preventing us to hear and listen? What’s holding us back from doing the right action??? Power? Greed? Lust? Pleasure? Hatred? Isims? YES and big big YES. These are the factors responsible for our blindness and deafness to the realities. Before an individual faces the realities of Death and pain, we keep on trying to experience the liberty of life in every aspect. I humbly say with sigh, YES, we have every right to enjoy and experience the freedom of life as has been freely bestowed to us by GOD. But at the same time, knowing the abominable truth of Death, we should encourage each other, make each other laugh, experience and share happiness together as one, teach and learn something new from each other. BUT most of all, let’s together Spread the message of L O V E amongst the Naga brethrens, to let LOVE and PEACE flow as freely as it MUST!. Let’s together make our dear Nagaland a second PARADISE before we experience the true reality of DEATH! If you feel and care that love and peace must flow in Nagaland, please share and contribute your opinion, HOW???

A Glimpse into the minds of a school drop out person Avi Angami Naga: If I had not dropped out of school, maybe today I will be a respectable person like my educated friends. I was a spoilt child When I was in class 9 I got into argument with my Bengali maths teacher because he slap me and as a young Naga blood runs in me I repay him back with a nice kick.. there I was expelled from school.. now that I think about it, I should have apologies to my maths teacher but I didn't do that. My parents tried to admit me in some schools but no school wanted to take me as a student who was kicked out from another school. The more rejection I faced the more I wanted to rebel. My parents scolded me endlessly from morning till night. Thus began my assumed so called free, easy and rejected life. Nobody knew the tears I shed in silence and still I regret. Perhaps there's a lesson for all of us to learn from this "imaginary" but "real" character one of my friend experienced. Dear students give your best in your studies or else you may regret. Naga Benka: Why do some Naga people consider, students studying from outside Nagaland as a prostitute,especially Shillong and Delhi??? My dear NAGA brothers and sisters, There are no differences between people studying within the Nagaland and outside Nagaland. Everyone is not the same. Not everyone are to be blamed for the mistake of one single person. Last night i received a message from an unknown Naga guy saying-he knows the Nagas lifestyle in Shillong...asking me a hilarious,disgusting question- how much to they pay you?...blah..blah just for not replying his message. This is not the first time i'am hearing this from the Nagas. We go outside Nagaland to study inorder to acquire knowledge. Not to waste our precious time chatting with useless,unknown person like him or getting involved in such a dirty sinful act. If this dirty rumours doesn't stop then, what is the worth of all our effort,sweat and hard works studying from outside Nagaland. Rokovizo Kuotsu: Many Naga youngsters as students outside of Nagaland are immoral,depraved,debauched,deccadent,dissolute,wick ed evil who are hyprocritically,the best,the innocent,the talented,the wanted,the holy,the obedient at home. I penned this because i was conspicuous among the hundreds andeven thousands of similar things. But my fellow Naga brothers lets stop being filthy here. If i were to frame some of you at your words you were just like a criminal prowling for an innocent prey and that shows y'all are no better than a terrorists i.e. #Osama_bin_Laden Not all Nagas who are outside Nagaland are corrupted. Least she's trying to share something that helps the innocent people who are in blood,sweat and tears they endure nightmare which is uncalled for in every sense of the words they received for the crime which they haven't committed. Y'all have no shred idea of what behinds your back and beyond your information. Peace Peter Vero: Dear Bloggers, Did anyone purchase Petrol/Diesel using debit/credit card from any Dealer and examined bank statement after some days/weeks etc? In my case I was short of cash and purchased diesel for Rs 2000 on 5 September 2014 at SKV Petrol pump Kohima, and due to some other purpose when i checked my bank statement of the same bank account and debit card which i used to purchase the same earlier, to my amazement and suspicion, i saw that two different transactions of Rs. 16.85 each have been debited on 19 September by the same firm (Name reflected). The point I want to make here is, how can anybody debit money from my bank account unless it intentional theft? I suspect fraudulent transaction is done by stealing from my last transaction. (But I never showed him my passcode) The amount is very small and so what I suspect is -to try if the victim notices or not and later bigger amount can be siphoned off. rite? what say? Or small amounts from multiple bank accounts debited and gone unnoticed? How much would that come to? Should I file a criminal charge / Police case? Debit/ Credit card users better be careful. I think this is a serious matter. pls advise.

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Saturday 27 September 2014

Modi hard-sells India to the US Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses business leaders as he launches his 'Make in India' initiative, prior to his scheduled departure to the U.S. in New Delhi, India on September 25. He will be meeting Obama and a slew of top American officials, addressing the U.N. General Assembly, interacting with the heads of major U.S. (AP Photo)

Modi’s US visit a ‘big milestone’

Washington, september 26 (pti): The maiden US visit of Narendra Modi as India’s Prime Minister is a “big milestone” for both the countries, a top Pentagon official has said exuding optimism over the growing bilateral ties. “We are very much looking forward to the Prime Minister’s visit here… That’s a big milestone for both of our countries,” US Pacific Command head Admiral Samuel Locklear told reporters at a news conference. One of the central tenets of the Asia-Pacific rebalance was for the US to continue to develop a

long-term security and strategic relationship with India, Locklear said in response to a question. “We have been embarked on that now through the past administration and through now, the Prime Minister, Modi’s, administration,” he said adding that US Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel visited India last month and started a dialogue with the new Indian government. “I think, very positive for us (India-US relationship),” Locklear said. Locklear said the relationship between the militaries of the two countries have been very good in all service lanes — army,

navy, air force — for the last couple decades. “And that relationship has been growing as we work together either bilaterally or multilaterally,” he said. “So I think that all of what we’re seeing portends well for the security relationship, the strategic relationship, between our two nations,” the Pentagon official said. “One of the central focuses early on has been the defence trade initiatives, which will allow us to cooperate with each other on defence articles that would work for both of our security interests,” Locklear said. “So I am very optimistic,” he added.

Washington, september 26 (ians): Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday said that India and the US have a fundamental stake in each other’s success as he assured that a confident India is “open and friendly for business, ideas, research, innovations and travel”. In an Op-Ed piece “Unleashing India’s Energy and Drive” in the influential Wall Street Journal, Modi wrote that India and the US have “a fundamental stake in each other’s success for the sake of our values and our many shared interests”. The article appeared Friday, the day Modi arrives in the US to begin a five-day official visit. Modi said it “is also the imperative of our partnership”. “And it will be of great value in advancing peace, security and stability in the Asia and Pacific regions; in the unfinished and urgent task of combating terrorism and extremism; and in securing our seas, cyber space and outer space, all of which now have a profound influence on our daily lives,” he said. The Indian prime minister said that the complementary strengths of India and the US can be used for “inclusive and broadbased global development to transform lives across the world”. “Because our countries’ values and interests are aligned, though our circumstances are different, we are in a unique position to become a bridge to a more integrated and cooperative world. With sensitivity to each other’s point of view and the confidence of our friendship, we can contribute to more con-

certed international efforts to meet the pressing global challenges of our times,” he added. Modi noted that this is “a moment of flux in the global order”. He wrote: “There is a high tide of hope for change in India. This May, across India’s immense diversity, 1.25 billion people spoke unequivocally for political stability, good governance and rapid development.” “India has a government with a majority in the Lok Sabha, our lower house of parliament, for the first time in 30 years. A young nation with 800 million people under age 35, India is brimming with optimism and confidence. The young people’s energy, enthusiasm and enterprise are India’s greatest strength. Unleashing those attributes is my government’s biggest mission,” he said. The Indian prime minister wrote: “We will pursue this mission by eliminating unnecessary laws and regulations, making bureaucratic processes easier and shorter, and ensuring that our government is more transparent, responsive and accountable. It has been said that doing the thing right is as important as doing the right thing.” He went on to say: “We will create world-class infrastructure that India badly needs to accelerate growth and meet people’s basic needs.” “We will make our cities and towns habitable, sustainable and smart; and we will make our villages the new engines of economic transformation. ‘Make in India’ is our commitment and an invitation to all - to

turn India into a new global manufacturing hub...” Modi said that he strongly believes in “the possibilities of technology and innovation to transform governance, empower people, provide affordable solutions for societal challenges and reach people in ways that were unimaginable not so long ago”. The number of cell phones in India has gone up from about 40 million to more than 900 million in a decade; our country is already the second-largest market for smart phones, with sales growing ever faster, he said. “When I think of the growth in computing power and storage capacity and its miniaturization that the world has witnessed over the past two decades, I am confident that this can be replicated in renewable energy. With solar and wind power, thousands of Indian villages will be able to get access quickly to reliable, affordable and clean energy, without waiting for large, faraway conventional power plants to be built.” Modi pointed out that “India’s journey to prosperity can be a more sustainable and environmentally sensitive one than the path followed by countries that came of age in earlier eras”. “India will pursue its dreams in partnership with our international friends. History tells us that India’s natural instinct is to be open to the world. India will be open and friendly-for business, ideas, research, innovations and travel. In the coming months, you will feel the difference even before you begin your travel to India.”

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neW york, september 26 (ians): Regarding prospects of a meeting between Pakistani and Indian officials who are in New York for the 69th session of the UN General Assembly, Pakistan Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmed Chaudhry Friday said that if Indians are interested in a meeting, they should approach the Pakistani side. “The onus is on India since it cancelled the foreign secretary-level talks which were scheduled to be held in Islamabad last month in a resumption of the peace dialogue,” Chaudhry said. Pakistan desired peaceful relations in South Asia but after unilateral cancellation of the Pakistan-India talks, the ball is now in New Delhi’s court vis-a-vis revival of the peace process, Chaudhry said. He said officials from the two countries have not had any meeting during a Commonwealth foreign ministers’ conference, Dawn online reported citing Asscoiated Press of Pakistan (APP). He also revealed to journalists during a briefing that Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif would speak about the decades-old Jammu and Kashmir dispute in his address to the UN General Assembly. Islamabad believed, as part of its core policy, that Kashmiris should have the right to self-determination, Chaudhry said. Responding to a question, he said Pakistan has a longstanding policy to engage Kashmiri leaders as part of its consultation process. He said the Kashmir issue could not just be wished away. Chaudhry, who is part of the delegation led by Sharif, said Pakistan was not part of the international coalition being cobbled to fight Islamic State (IS) militants. He said Islamabad has no confirmation that any Pakistani is fighting alongside IS militants in Iraq or Syria. Besides, he said, Prime Minister Sharif was having bilateralmeetingswithworldleaders,includingUSVicePresident Joseph Biden, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

dian Mujahideen wanted to make India like war-torn Iraq and Syria by carrying out regular terrorist activities in the country, according to charge sheet filed against top suspected operatives by the NIA. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) said top IM operative Mohammad Shafi Armar alias Shafi alias Atta Bhatkal, who is on run, has travelled to Afghanistan and Syria and worked with the Al Qaeda. He was

and Yasin Bhatkal. “During a chat, the accused Armar stated that he desired that India should become like Iraq and Syria (where terrorist activities were continuously going on and large scale violence was also taking place),” the NIA said in the charge sheet against Tehsin Akhtar, Waqas, Haidar Ali alias Abdullah and 17 other absconding accused including IM founder Riyaz Bhatkal, Iqbal Bhatkal,

A court Thursday took cognisance of the charge sheet filed Monday. It was the third charge sheet filed in the case, registered on Sep 10, 2012 against members of IM for carrying out terrorist activities and conspiracy to wage war against the country. Tehsin was arrested March 25 near the IndiaNepal border in West Bengal while Waqas was arrested outside the Ajmer railway station March 22.

has charge sheeted IM cofounder Yasin Bhatkal and three others, and in July 2013, five more IM cadre - Mohammad Danish Ansari, Mohammad Aftab Alam, Imran Khan, Syed Maqbool and Obaid-urRehman. They are booked under various provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the Indian Penal Code for conspiracy to commit offences against the state.

Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) here, Mukherjee said the health sector needed more funds to ensure universal health coverage. “There are seven hospital beds per 10,000 people in India, compared to 23 in Brazil, 38 in China and 97 in Russia. Similarly, there are seven physicians per 10,000 people in India as

neW deLhi, september 26 (pti): National Human Rights Commission on Friday issued notices to the district authorities of Kanpur Rural, Uttar Pradesh where a panchayat has allegedly ordered girls not to go to school and colleges to avoid eve-teasing. According to an official statement released here, notices have been issued to the

Kanpur Rural District Magistrate and the Senior Superintendent of Police calling for reports within two weeks. The notices were issued after the commission took suo motu cognisance of a media report that a panchayat had ordered around 150 girls of Tyonga village to stop going to schools and colleges to save themselves from harassment. Accord-

ing to the media report, carried on September 21, the diktat from the panchayat came on Friday, September 19, after some local goons harassed some girls while they were returning from a coaching institute. When the girls resisted and raised an alarm, the goons not only threatened them with dire consequences but also thrashed a victim’s

sibling.Although,theparents had allegedly informed the police about the harassment, but no action was taken. The residents, thereafter, staged a protest in front of the local police station. The Commission has observed that the content of the report, if true, raise a serious issue of violation of human rights of the girl students.

compared to 19 in Brazil, 15 in China and 43 in Russia,” the president said. “Health services are still constrained by its reach and quality and public financing for healthcare in India is less than one percent of the world’s total health expenditure. As Indians are a sixth of humanity, this is woefully meagre,” he added. “Our expenditure levels

have to rise significantly to ensure universal health coverage.” The president said due to the increasing trend of lifestyle-related diseases, precautionary strategies have become important and calls for proper counselling. “Healthy living has to be fostered from a very young age. Obesity in childhood can lead to health complications later. Balanced diet,

physical activity and lifestyle management have to be promoted,” he said. In addition, special interventions are necessary for newborns as the first four weeks of life, during which 44 per cent of deaths of children below five years occur, are crucial. Stressing that “hygiene and sanitation play an important role in preventing the spread of diseases”, Mukher-

jee said he was hopeful that under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, the country would be able to cover every household in the next five years. The president called upon JIPMER to aim to enrich its research-based publications, go for patent filings, and develop models addressing common health problems by integrating Indian systems of medicine.

Yamuna to be focus of World Rivers Day functions in Braj

mathura, september 26 (ians): The problems of the Yamuna and other Indian rivers will again be in focus on the the annual World Rivers Day as the people of Braj Mandal join millions around the world in the 10th edition of the observance on Sunday. Activists in Agra, Mathura and Vrindavan will be celebrating the day with group discussions, visits to the river and rallies. “At the silver jubilee celebrations of the Agra Hotels Association on September 28, we will highlight the plight of the Yamuna river and the threats a dry

river poses to the safety of the Taj Mahal,” Braj Mandal Heritage Conservation Society president Surendra Sharma told IANS. He is not off the mark. Even before the monsoon officially withdraws, the Yamuna is already dry in the Taj city, which is facing an acute water crisis. “This time last year the river was in spate. Due to poor management and lack of storage capacity, all the rain water has gone down. Behind the Taj Mahal, islands have appeared. The Agra Water Works two weeks ago started complaining of raw

India, China agree to end border face-off

neW deLhi, september 26 (reuters): India and China have agreed to pull back troops ranged against each other on a remote Himalayan plateau, the Indian government said on Friday, ending their biggest face-off on the disputed border in a year. The two armies mobilised about 1,000 soldiers each in Ladakh this month, accusing the other of building military infrastructure in violation of an agreement to maintain peace until a resolution of the 52-year territorial row. Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj said she met her Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, in New York on Thursday and the two agreed to withdraw their soldiers to their original positions by the end of the month. “The bad phase is over,” state-run All India Radio quoted her as telling reporters in New York. China defeated India in a brief war in 1962 and since then the border has remained unresolved despite 17 rounds of talks. The two armies cannot even agree on where the Line of Actual Control, or the ceasefire line following the fighting in 1962, lies, leading to face-offs between border patrols. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said that the border was in “tranquility”. “The dispute has been effectively managed,” she said at a daily briefing. The flare-up at the border occurred in the middle of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit aimed at ramping up commercial relations under India’s business-focused Prime Minister Narendra Modi who took office in May. In-

dia said hundreds of Chinese troops had intruded into the Chumar sector of Ladakh, equipped with bulldozers and trucks, to build a road. China earlier had protested against India’s decision to erect an observation hut on a hilltop in the area as well as an irrigation canal in Demchok in another part of the contested 3,500km (2,175-mile) border. The military commanders of the two sides held a flag meeting on Thursday at a border crossing to work out details of the des-escalation, a government official said in New Delhi. He declined to give details of the pullback or if the armies had agreed to take down the new structures. “It was a positive meeting, and we are moving forward,” he said, declining to be identified because of the sensitivity of the situation. Two flag meetings earlier in the week had failed to defuse the situation, the most serious since a 21-day stand-off last year when India said Chinese troops set up camp in the Depsang sector that it controlled. China’s foreign ministry, in a statement on the talks between the two foreign ministers, did not refer to the border tensions, saying only that the two countries must build on Xi’s successful visit to India. “The two sides should follow the strategic plan on the development of bilateral relations laid down by leaders of the two countries, maintain high-level interactions, increase mutual trust, deepen practical cooperation (and) intensify friendly exchanges between the two peoples,” it said.

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‘Panchayat bars girls from going to school’

Expenditure on health must rise significantly: President

puducherry, september 26 (ians): Calling India’s expenditure on the health sector “woefully meagre”, President Pranab Mukherjee Friday said the country needed a holistic healthcare system that is universally accessible, affordable and effective. Speaking at the Golden Jubilee celebrations of Jawaharlal Institute of

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water shortage,” said ecological activist Anand Rai. In Mathura, Yamuna activists have started mobilising support for their November 2 march to Delhi to demand action on a Yamuna plan, although Uma Bharti, the union minister for water resources had some days ago in Mathura promised drastic measures to contain pollution in the river. And, with many of the world’s rivers facing severe and increasing threats associated with climate change, pollution, and industrial

development, more than 70 countries are participating in this year’s World Rivers Day festivities. Many events around the world will focus on educational and public awareness activities while others will include river and stream cleanups, habitat restoration projects and community riverside celebrations. World Rivers Day strives to increase public awareness of the importance of our waterways as well as the many threats confronting them. “Rivers are integral to all

life. Yet, many waterways continue to face an array of threats and are often impacted by inappropriate practices and inadequate protection”, says Mark Angelo, World Rivers Day chair and founder and chair emeritus of the Rivers Institute at the British Columbia Institute of Technology. Endorsed in its inaugural year by the Tokyo-based United Nations University and its International Network of Water, Environment, and Health, and with HSBC Canada as its lead sponsor, World Rivers Day events will include activi-

ties in countries ranging from Canada to England, Australia to the United States, Poland to South Africa, Malaysia to Bangladesh, and across most of the major rivers of Europe. “Millions of people, dozens of countries, and numerous international organizations will be contributing to World Rivers Day,” says Angelo. “It provides a great opportunity for people to get out and enjoy our waterways. At the same time, the event strives to create a greater awareness of the urgent need to better care for our rivers and streams.”

mumbai, september 26 (ians): A day after the NCP broke its 15-yearold alliance with the Congress in Maharashtra and withdrew from the Democratic Front government, Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan Friday submitted his resignation. “After the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) ministers quit last night, the Congress-led Democratic Front government was reduced to a minority. Accordingly in the best democratic traditions, the CM decided to submit his resignation,” a top official, declining to be identified, told IANS. The development followed a meeting between Chavan and Governor C.V. Rao Friday morning. The stage is now set for either imposing President’s Rule or asking Chavan to continue as caretaker chief minister till the elections scheduled for Oct 15. Earlier this afternoon, Leader of Opposition in the Assembly Eknath Khadse of the Bharatiya Janata Party, met the governor and demanded immediate dismissal of the Chavan ministry as it was reduced to a minority. He also submitted a letter demanding imposition of President’s Rule in the state in the wake of the latest political developments that shook the state. BJP leader Ashish She-

lar criticized Chavan’s decision to quit after the Leader of Opposition’s demand instead of having resigned gracefully Thursday itself after his government was reduced to a minority. “The Congress-NCP government failed on all counts and could not even complete its full term. They don’t deserve another chance and people must vote for the BJP,” he said. Known for political stability, Maharashtra was administered centrally only once since its creation in 1960 and that too for a few months - February to June 1980. A piquant situation has arisen this time when the election process is already underway, voting scheduled after 20 days and the incumbent government which ruled for 15 years has been reduced to a minority. In the outgoing assembly, the Congress had 82 legislators and its ally had 62 legislators, making it the single largest group in the 288-member assembly. The main opposition grouping BJP-Shiv Sena - had 90 (46 and 44 members respectively), with other smaller parties and independents accounting for the rest. The 25-year-old BJP-Sena alliance had also broken up Thursday. The Congress had 22 ministers and NCP 20 ministers in the cabinet headed by Chavan.

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Islamic State plot to attack US, Paris subways

NEW YORK, SEptEmbER 26 (REutERS): Iraq has “credible” intelligence that Islamic State militants plan to attack subway systems in Paris and the United States, the prime minister said on Thursday, but U.S. and French officials said they had no evidence to back up his claims. Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi’s comments were met with surprise by security, intelligence and transit officials in both countries. New York’s leaders scrambled to ride the subway to reassure the public that the nation’s largest city was safe. Abadi said he received the information Thursday morning from militants captured in Iraq and concluded it was credible after requesting further details. The attacks, he said, were plotted from inside Iraq by “networks” of the Islamic State, also known as ISIS or ISIL. “They plan to have attacks in the metros of Paris and the U.S.,” Abadi told a small group of U.S. reporters while in New York for the annual meeting of the U.N. General Assembly. “I asked for more credible information. I asked for

names. I asked for details, for cities, you know, dates. And from the details I have received, yes, it looks credible.” Some Iraqi officials in Baghdad questioned Abadi’s comments. One highlevel Iraqi government official told Reuters it appeared to be based on “ancient intelligence.” Another called it “an old story.” Both spoke on condition of anonymity. Abadi did not provide further details. A senior Iraqi official traveling with him later said Iraqi intelligence had uncovered “serious threats” and had shared this information with its allies’ intelligence agencies. “A full assessment of the veracity of the intelligence and how far the plans have gone into implementation is ongoing,” the official said. Ben Rhodes, a deputy national security adviser to U.S. President Barack Obama, said the United States had “not confirmed any specific threat.” “What we’ve consistently said to the Iraqis is if they have information that is relevant to terrorist activity or terrorist

‘I’ll stay as leader until 2015’ NEW YORK, SEptEmbER 26 (Ap): Veteran East Timorese leader Xanana Gusmao said he’s pushing back plans to stand down as the fledgling nation’s prime minister. Gusmao told The Associated Press in an interview that he’d intended to resign this September, but will now stay on until the first half of 2015, as East Timor grapples with disputes over oil revenues with neighboring Australia and U.S. energy giant ConocoPhillips. He said he remained committed to transferring leadership responsibilities to a younger generation, but declined to say who might succeed him. “If I suddenly leave without stabilizing these issues it’s like running away from your responsibility,” Gusmao said ahead of his address Thursday to the annual gathering of world leaders at the United Nations. The 68-year-old Gusmao was a leader of East Timor’s 24-year resistance against a brutal Indonesian military occupation had left more than 170,000 dead. He was elected the nation’s first president after independence in 2002 and became prime minister in 2007 after internal unrest amid discord in the army. The half-island nation is struggling with high rates of poverty and meeting post-independence expectations, but Gusmao said he did not believe there would be repeat of the unrest if the country’s elite was unified. East Timor, a nation of 1.1 million and dwarfed by its neighbors Indonesia and Australia, is heavily dependent on petroleum revenues, which Gusmao said had put $17 billion in state coffers over the past decade. He described relations with Indonesia, which imprisoned Gusmao for seven years during the independence struggle, as better than ever. He paid tribute to the democratization efforts of outgoing Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. Ties with Australia, however, have been strained by a legal dispute over a 2006 treaty that carves up revenue from oil and gas under the sea between the countries. “We are not desperate for more dollars, but it must be recognized that resources within our maritime borders are ours,” Gusmao said. East Timor alleges Canberra spied in order to gain an advantage during the negotiations over the treaty. It has also taken Australia to the United Nations’ highest court in The Hague over the seizure of documents from a lawyer working for East Timor in the arbitration case. The two nations recently agreed to try to settle those differences outside the International Court of Justice. Gusmao said if the negotiations did not yield a satisfactory response, East Timor would resume litigation. East Timor is also in arbitration proceedings with ConocoPhillips over what it alleges are unpaid tax revenues from the company’s operations at a joint petroleum development area between Australia and East Timor.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo holds a news conference on a subway platform on September 25, 2014 in New York. The governor says New York is acting with "the utmost precaution" following a report of a possible plot against U.S. subway systems. Iraq's prime minister said Thursday that captive militants had told his country's intelligence agents about an alleged plot targeting subway systems in the U.S. and Paris. (AP Photo)

plotting, that they can and should share that through our intelligence and law enforcement channels,” Rhodes told reporters traveling with Obama on Air Force One from New York. “We would certainly take seriously any information they are learning,” he said. French security

services also said they had no information confirming Abadi’s statement, a French government official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.

Mayor Bill de Blasio and other local officials suggested they were unfazed, updating their public schedules on Thursday to add trips on the city’s subway system to reassure millions STRONGER TRANSIT SE- of daily commuters. CURITY “We are convinced New New York Governor An- Yorkers are safe,” de Blasio drew Cuomo, New York City said at a press conference at

a lower Manhattan subway station as he stood alongside New York City Police Commissioner Bill Bratton and George Venizelos, assistant director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The New York Police Department’s intelligence bureau found no specific, cred-

LONDON, SEptEmbER 26 (IANS): High levels of calcium in blood, a condition known as hypercalcaemia, can be used by doctors as an early indication of certain types of cancer, says a study, indicating that a simple blood test may help prevent the deadly disease. The risk is particularly prominent among men. While the connection of hypercalcaemia to cancer is well known, this study has, for the first time, shown that often it can predate the diagnosis of cancer in primary care.

Hypercalcaemia is the most common metabolic disorder associated with cancer, occurring in 10 to 20 percent of people with cancer. “We wanted to look at the issue from a different perspective and find out if high calcium levels in blood could be used as an early indicator of cancer and therefore in the diagnosis of cancer,” said Fergus Hamilton, who led the research from University of Bristol in Britain. For the study, the researchers analysed the electronic records of 54,000

patients who had elevated levels of calcium and looked at how many of them went on to receive a cancer diagnosis. In men, even mild hypercalcaemia conferred a risk of cancer in one year of 11.5 percent. If the calcium was above limits, the risk increased to 28 percent. In women, the risks were much less, with the corresponding figures being 4.1 percent and 8.7 percent. In men, 81 percent of the cancer associated with hypercalcaemia was caused by lung, prostate,

myeloma, colorectal and other haematological cancers. In women, cancer was much less common. There are a number of possible explanations for this but we think it might be because women are much more likely to have hyperparathyroidism, another cause of hypercalcaemia, Hamilton added. “Men rarely get this condition, so their hypercalcaemia is more likely to be due to cancer,” he explained. The study appeared in the British Journal of Cancer.

‘Don’t impose Western prescriptions on world’ uNItED NAtIONS, SEptEmbER 26 (IANS): In a significant statement from the floor of the world forum, Morocco’s King Abdullah VI has said the West should not impose its “ready-made prescriptions” on other nations, particularly in Africa, and “what applies to the West should not be used as the sole criterion for determining efficiency of other development models”. He said each country should be allowed to build its own development model based on its historical development, cultural heritage and human and natural resources among other issues. “I am here to make an appeal for developing countries to be treated fairly, especially in Africa, and for the development issue to be addressed in an objective manner,” he said in his speech read out

A local Liberian artist paints a mural forming part of the countrys fight against the deadly Ebola virus by education in the city of Monrovia, Liberia on September 23. U.S. health officials Tuesday presented worst-case and best-case scenarios for the Ebola epidemic in West Africa, calculating that as many as 1.4 million people could be sickened in two countries alone by mid-January _ or the outbreak could be winding down by then, if control efforts substantially increase. (AP Photo)

“worse than terrorism.” The emergency U.N. session on Ebola reflected the deep concern about an outbreak that has so far killed nearly 3,000 people. U.S. health officials have warned that the number of infected people could explode to at least 1.4 million by mid-January, though they have also cautioned that the totals could peak well below that if efforts to control the outbreak are ramped up. Despite the grim warnings, Obama said international aid simply is not

ligence. This is security. The terrorists have a massive international campaign. Don’t underestimate it.” In the past, the United States had received threats that various militant groups were targeting transportation systems but there is no recent information about an imminent plan by Islamic State, one U.S. official said, speaking on the condition of anonymity. Abadi also said that Iraq did not want to see foreign “boots on the ground,” but stressed the value of providing air cover, saying Iraq’s air force did not have sufficient capability. He said Australia was “very interested” in participating, though he did not provide details. He also voiced optimism about a planned British parliament vote on Friday on the matter, saying “they reckon it will be successful.” Earlier on Thursday, France said it would increase security on transport and in public places after a French tourist was killed in Algeria, and said it was ready to support all states that requested its help to fight terror.

High calcium in blood may signal cancer Hong Kong school kids demand democracy

by Morocco›s Government Chief Abdelilah Benkirane at the 69th session of the UN General Assembly. He stated sustainable development is not something which can be achieved through decisions and ready-made prescriptions and nor is there a single model in this area. “Each country follows a path of its own, having taken into consideration its historical development, cultural heritage, human and natural resources, specific political circumstances, as well as its economic choices and the obstacles and challenges facing it,” said the Moroccan ruler. “What applies to the West should not be used as the sole criterion for determining efficiency of other development models; nor should one make comparisons between countries - however similar their circumstances

may be - even when these countries belong to the same geographical area.” He appealed to the world to respect the characteristic values and principles of each country as it builds its own development model. “This is particularly true for developing countries which are still suffering from the consequences of colonialism,” King Abdullah said. “For many years, it hindered their development process, exploited their resources as well as the energies of their sons and daughters, brought about profound change in the customs and cultures of the peoples concerned, and sowed the seeds not only of division between members of the same community, but also of conflict and discord between neighboring countries.” Though many years

have passed, he said, the colonial powers should bear historic responsibility for the tough circumstances experienced by some countries. He said that “former colonial powers have no right to ask countries to introduce radical change rapidly, on the basis of a frame of reference with which they are unfamiliar, be it in terms of their culture, their principles or their values”. “It is as if no development were possible other than through a single model: that of the West,” the king said while appealing to the international community to deal with developing countries with more realism and wisdom. “There should also be greater consideration for their (developing countries) circumstances and the paths they choose to achieve democracy and development,” he asserted.

‘World must do more to battle Ebola’

uNItED NAtIONS, SEptEmbER 26 (Ap): President Barack Obama, in a sober assessment of international efforts to stem a deadly Ebola outbreak, warned a high-level United Nations gathering Thursday that there is a “significant gap” between what’s been offered so far and what is actually needed to stem the health crises in West Africa. The leaders of the hardest-hit nations also appealed for more help, with the president of Sierra Leone calling the Ebola virus

ible threat, de Blasio said. Bratton said in response to Abadi’s comments that he sent more police to patrol subways and streets in the city which was already on high alert because of the U.N. meeting. Joseph Sheehan, 44, from the city’s Queens borough, learned about the threats from the web. “They were checking bags earlier at the Port Authority. Seems like they do that at times of heightened alerts,” he said. Officials in Chicago and Washington said they knew of no threats to their transit systems. The United States and France have both launched air strikes against Islamic State targets in Iraq as part of a U.S.-led campaign to “degrade and destroy” the radical Sunni militant group, which has seized a third of both Iraq and Syria. Abadi disclosed the intelligence while making a case for Western and Arab countries to join that campaign. “We want to increase the number of willing countries who would support this,” he said. “This is not military. This is intel-

flowing into West Africa fast enough. “The outbreak is such where at this point, more people will die,” Obama said as he closed out three days of diplomacy at the annual gathering of the U.N. General Assembly. “So this is not one where there should be a lot of wrangling and people waiting to see who else is doing what. Everybody has got to move fast in order for us to make a difference.” On Thursday, top lawmakers in Congress also approved the use of leftover Afghanistan war money to

begin funding Obama’s $1 billion request to help fight the outbreak. Obama has come under criticism from some in West Africa for a slow response to the outbreak. He outlined a more robust plan last week, announcing that the U.S. would dispatch 3,000 U.S. troops to Liberia to set up facilities and form training teams to help with the response. The Pentagon mission will involve airlifting personnel, medical supplies and equipment, such as tents to house Ebola victims and isolate people exposed to the virus. European Commission chief Jose Manuel Barroso announced Thursday that the European Union was increasing aid to tackle the outbreak by nearly $40 million. The Ebola outbreak has hit Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea the hardest, leaving aid groups in the region have scrambled desperately for resources. “Our 150-bed facility in Monrovia opens for just 30 minutes each morning. Only a few people are admitted, to fill beds made empty by

those who died overnight,” the president of Doctors Without Borders, Joanne Liu, told the U.N. meeting. As leaders from West Africa appealed for more help from the international community, they also cast the outbreak as far more than a health crisis. Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, addressing the conference via video, cited a “precipitous decline in economic activity” as well as the “loss of income and jobs” for people in her country. President Ernest Bai Koroma of Sierra Leone, who also spoke on a video feed, said his country was facing “life and death challenges” that were worse than the threat of terrorism. His comments appeared to be a veiled reference to the degree to which the threat from Middle East extremists — most notably the Islamic State group in Iraq and Syria — has dominated the discussions at the U.N. this week. Koroma took the dramatic step Thursday of sealing off districts where

more than 1 million live in order to try to contain the outbreak. The fears around the outbreak have spread far beyond West Africa, and one African leader made a plaintive appeal Thursday during his address at the U.N. for the world not to stigmatize the entire continent. “Not all countries in Africa have disease,” Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete said, to rare applause from the chamber. “In fact, the affected countries are closer to Europe than they are to Kenya, Tanzania or South Africa in eastern and southern Africa. ... To cancel visits to these parts of Africa is incomprehensible.” While Obama touted the assistance the U.S. is providing, he said America alone cannot solve the problem and urged other nations to take similar action. “We don’t have the capacity to do all of this by ourselves,” he said. “We don’t have enough health workers by ourselves. We can build the infrastructure and the architecture to get help in, but we’re going to need others to contribute.”

HONG KONG, SEptEmbER 26 (REutERS): Hundreds of children joined students demanding greater democracy for Hong Kong on Friday, capping a week-long campaign that has seen a large cut-out depicting the territory’s leader as the devil paraded through the city and calls for him to resign. Secondary school pupils launched a one-day class boycott, supporting the university and college students who began their own class boycott on Monday with a rally that drew about 13,000. “My parents encourage me to have critical thinking and they are most concerned about my safety,” said 12-year-old Eren Chak, a thin, bespectacled boy wearing the trademark white T-shirt and yellow ribbon. About 200 students camped outside the home of chief executive Leung Chun-ying on Thursday night after he ignored a 48-hour ultimatum to meet them to discuss the former British colony’s democratic future as tensions escalate. “The secondary school class boycott indicates the red light warning is up for Hong Kong politics,” said Joshua Wong, a thin 17-year-old with darkrimmed glasses and bowlcut hair who heads the group leading the pupils’ protest, Scholarism. The number of school children far exceeded forecasts, Wong said, adding that Scholarism’s boycott would end at 1000 GMT. Hong Kong returned from British to Chinese rule in 1997 with a high degree of autonomy and freedoms not enjoyed in mainland China under a formula known as “one country, two systems”, which espoused universal suffrage as an eventual goal. But Beijing last month rejected demands for people to freely choose the city’s next leader in 2017, prompting threats from pro-democracy activists to shut down the Central financial district. It wants to limit elections to a handful of candidates loyal to Beijing. A handful of parents accompanied their children on Friday, voicing support for the democracy campaign and slamming the Hong Kong government for rejecting demands for free elections. “I am here to support my daughter because I think the Chinese government has lied to

Hong Kong citizens and think we are stupid,” said a parent surnamed Lam. STUDENTS DEFIANT About 20 students tried to break through the security cordon to Leung’s front door but were stopped by police who took their identity card numbers. The students’ ability to mobilise thousands to fight for democracy has made their support an increasingly important driver of the city’s burgeoning civil disobedience movement. Wong has already won one major victory against Beijing. In 2012, he forced the Hong Kong government to shelve plans to roll out a pro-China national education scheme in the city’s schools when the then 15-year-old rallied 120,000 protesters. “I think he understands the political realities of Hong Kong, but he also understands the psychology of the mob or the protest group, in that you have to build the crowd up but once you’ve got them eating out of your hand, you can get them to do whatever,” said Matthew Torne, a British filmmaker who made a documentary about the national education protests. Wong has grabbed newspaper headlines over the past few days - although not all have been flattering. On Thursday, the proBeijing Wen Wei Po newspaper ran a full-page story on Wong, accusing him of having close connections with forces in the United States and saying the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency was trying to infiltrate Hong Kong schools. Wong has denied the allegations. Managing the former British colony is proving a challenge for Beijing, which is worried that calls for democracy could spread to cities on the mainland, threatening the Communist Party’s grip on power. The protests have taken place in a grassy, harbour-front park flanking government headquarters and near the heart of Central. An “Occupy Central” blockade is planned for Oct. 1. Hong Kong has been dogged by a series of rallies this summer over the issue of electoral reform. A survey by the Chinese University showed more than a fifth of Hong Kong residents are considering leaving the city, spurred by concerns over its political future.

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French soccer player Nicolas Anelka, left, shakes hand with his fans on his arrival at the Mumbai international airport on September 26. Anelka arrived in Mumbai to play for the Mumbai City FC during India Super League (ISL) matches. (AP Photo)

UEFA probes Liverpool, Inter for overspending

NYON, September 26 (Ap): UEFA has opened formal investigations into overspending by Liverpool and Inter Milan and possible breaches of its Financial Fair Play rules. The former European champions are among seven clubs which qualified for the Champions League or Europa League this season being investigated for "break-even deficits" in the past two financial years. Monaco and Roma, both former runners-up, are also implicated, and must provide extra financial reports in the next two months, UEFA said on Thursday. All four clubs are being closely scrutinized on returning to UEFA competitions this season. Inter plays in the second-tier Europa League. Their finances were not assessed last season when

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UEFA started punishing clubs for overspending on transfer fees and wages. Sporting Lisbon, Besiktas and Krasnodar complete the list of seven clubs who face provisional sanctions later this year, such as threats to withhold Champions League prize money. Liverpool, Roma and Monaco can all expect to earn at least 20 million euros ($25.5 million) from entry payments, results bonuses, and a share of television rights money. UEFA has also withheld prize money due to five clubs from this season's competition because they have not paid wages, transfer fees or taxes. The clubs are: Bursaspor, Cluj, Astra Giurgiu, Buducnost Podgorica and Ekranas. UEFA said 115 clubs, including the 12 named on Thursday, will

be monitored throughout the season. The figure also includes nine sanctioned last season. Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain were the worst offenders and UEFA ordered each to pay 20 million euros ($25.5 million) fines. They face further fines totaling 40 million euros ($51 million) each for missing financial targets set by UEFA to curb spending. UEFA allowed wealthy club owners to cover a maximum of 45 million euros ($57.4 million) of losses on their football-related business from 2011-13 with a one-off equity payment. The FFP rules encourage clubs to spend freely on stadiums, infrastructures projects and youth training without those costs counting in the break-even assessment.

France intensifies sanctions against hooligans

pAriS, September 26 (Ap): French authorities are strengthening their arsenal in the fight against hooliganism following serious incidents that marred the start of the football season. Clashes before and after a weekend match in Corsica between Bastia and Marseille in August left 44 police officers injured, prompting the French government to ask football authorities to stop "inadmissible violence" near and inside stadiums. French Interior Minister, Bernard Cazeneuve, Minister of Youth and Sports

Patrick Kanner, and football brass, both ministers said in a joint statement that measures including stadium bans would be implemented with immediate effect. No fans were hurt at the match at Furiani Stadium. Another high-profile incident last November saw three members of security staff injured when Saint-Etienne fans fought their Nice counterparts. SaintEtienne fans ripped up seats and threw them at Nice fans before clashing with spectators in the stands, leading to several injuries.

LONDON, September 26 (Ap): On a day of derbies in north London and Merseyside, the fate of Manchester United will be the most anticipated result on Saturday. United hosts West Ham having won just one of its opening five Premier League games, including a 5-3 collapse at Leicester last weekend. "It's happened, it's about overcoming things," said manager Louis van Gaal, who has yet to halt the decline from the season under David Moyes. For all the attacking firepower at Louis van Gaal's disposal — from Angel di Maria to Radamel Falcao — Van Gaal is down to just one fit center back, Marcos Rojo, to face West Ham at Old Trafford. Jonny Evans was out with an ankle injury, Tyler Blackett was suspended following his dismissal at Leicester, Chris Smalling was injured in training, and Phil Jones was sidelined with a hamstring problem. Either Daley Blind or fellow midfielder Darren Fletcher might have to be shifted back into defense. "All the three right-sided center halves are out — I don't know how long they will be out for," Van Gaal said on Thursday. "Evans is a very difficult one. His bone is bruised a lot and we have to wait and see, to evaluate it. "Smalling yesterday ran out of the training session because he had stiff legs. We have to see what that means. But I don't take risks with players." Another six players are also injured, including midfielders Michael Carrick and Marouane Fellaini, and

round six sees Liverpool host Everton, struggling without Luis Suarez, who joined Barcelona in the offseason, and injured striker Daniel Sturridge. Liverpool has collected just six pointed from a possible 15 so far, losing backto-back league games against Aston Villa and West Ham going into Saturday's derby. But Everton hasn't won at Anfield for 15 years and lost last weekend to Crystal Palace.

CHELSEA'S CHASE Early pacesetter Chelsea finds itself in the unusual position of hosting an Aston Villa side alongside the London club in the top four on Saturday. "They've had a great start to the season, apart from their last result (losing at Arsenal), so it's going to be another tough test for us," said Chelsea defender Gary Cahill, who has played for Villa. Chelsea remains unbeaten after drawing at Manchester City last weekend. "If you have a couple of sticky results it puts the pressure on going into games," Cahill said. Manchester United's Wayne Rooney, left, Ander Herrera, center, and Radamel Falcao, sec"But at the moment we're ond right, attempt a shot at goal watched by Leicester's Wes Morgan, right, during the English Premier League soccer match between Leicester City and Manchester United at King unbeaten, we're going well and we should have confiPower Stadium, in Leicester, England, Sunday, September 21. (AP Photo) dence." winger Ashley Young. balance of power might shift last three league games. "I have never been in in London, Arsenal remains "We have a lot of work to ELSEWHERE... Champion Manchester this situation before (with the dominant force, with do to improve the concept injuries)," Van Gaal said. "It Tottenham in its wake. They of the team," the former City travels to Hull, Crysis strange. For me it's diffi- meet at the Emirates Stadi- Southampton manager said tal Palace hosts Leicester cult to understand. We are um separated by two points, ahead of his first north Lon- and Southampton takes evaluating what we can do but few would bet against don derby. "But we are go- on Queens Park Rangers. in a different way." Unit- Arsenal remaining in the top ing in the right way and we Sunderland, Burnley and ed-West Ham is one of 10 four come May. Tottenham need to show our work from Newcastle are still searchgames this weekend. Here has won just twice at Arsenal the training ground and in ing for their first wins. Sunare some things to know since the inaugural Premier the training sessions and derland hosts Swansea on about the other games: League season in 1992-93. produce that in the game." Saturday, Burnley travels to West Bromwich Albion on Mauricio Pochettino's side NORTH LONDON DERBY goes into the game having LACKLUSTER LIVERPOOL Sunday, and Newcastle is The first game of the at Stoke the following night. For all the talk that the taken just one point from its

Changing United's fortunes is my toughest job: van Gaal

LONDON, September 26 (reuterS): Leading Manchester United through their current period of transition is the toughest job Louis van Gaal has faced during his trophy-laden career, the manager said on Thursday. The Dutchman added that he was also enduring the worst injury crisis he could remember in his 23 years as a coach. Van Gaal arrived at Old Trafford after the World Cup tasked with bringing the good times back to the red half of Manchester but his side have failed to deliver so far, taking five points from their open-

ing five matches. Despite investing heavily in attacking players during the recent transfer window, United's cause has not been helped by their defensive frailties, which were all too evident during last weekend's humiliating 5-3 defeat to promoted Leicester City. "At this moment maybe (it is the hardest job) but you have to see in a year and not in one week that we have nine injuries and a red card," Van Gaal told a news conference. "This club is in transition. We should have won last weekend and, if we had, we would be two points off

second place. "If we'd have won it would be different. You can't make one incident a regular one. We will overcome things. The season lasts more than one competition day." Eighth-placed West Ham United travel to Old Trafford on Saturday hoping to take advantage of United's defensive worries as Phil Jones, Chris Smalling and Jonny Evans are all injured, while Tyler Blackett is suspended after being sent off against Leicester. "I have to admit that I am never in this situation before so that is strange," Van Gaal said. "For me, it is difficult to understand because

we are evaluating what we can do in a different way." Van Gaal has experience of nurturing young talent having done so at Bayern Munich and the 63-yearold is ready to give United's academy players first-team opportunities. "There are vacancies," Van Gaal said. "The younger players can have their chance. They are hungry to play the game. "United's youth education has a level that can provide that. There's a big difference between youth games and the Premier League but in one game you can show yourself."

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NEFF holds council meeting at Shillong Hindi Diwas celebrated at Phek

Resolves to raise plight NE farmers

AizAwL, September 26 (mexN): The North East Farmers Federation (NEFF) recently held its Executive Council Meeting at Nagaland House, Shillong on September 17 and 18. In a press note, the NEFF Secretary General, Zion Lalremruata stated that the meeting was attended by leaders of diverse farmers’ organisation from all the North East States and was chaired by its president Dr. Y Y Kikon. The Federation which was conceived by few people Mizoram was officially launched with the initiative of All Mizoram Farm-

Participants of the North East Farmers Federation (NEFF) Executive Council Meeting held at Nagaland House, Shillong.

ers Union (AMFU) on December 5, 2012 at Aizawl with the objective of giving a common platform to discuss the problem and uplift the framers of the region, added the press note.

Awareness programme on adolescent health conducted

KOhimA, September 26 (Dipr): An awareness programme on adolescent health, an initiative of NRHM in collaboration with Beauty and Aesthetic Society of Nagaland (BASN), was held at Ruzhukhrie Government Higher Secondary School Kohima on September 26. Miss Nagaland 2014 who is also the Adolescent Health Ambassador Benjongmenla Jamir while addressing the students said that health was one of the most important factor of our lives and that physical well-being is of great importance especially when growing up. She said that education on adolescent health was very important because it is in this stage that an individual undergoes hormone, physical and psychological changes. It is also the stage when one opens their mind to broader issues concerning the society she added. She explained that NRHM has established clinics in district hospitals, community health centre where adolescent can avail health services. The Adolescent Health Ambassador appealed the students to take the opportunity, which NRHM has introduced to create awareness on adolescent health. SPO, NRHM, Dr. Limaakum Jamir while giving the introductory speech said that the department of Health & Family Welfare and BASN is working together to spread the awareness of adolescent health and the bad habits that ruin our lives. He called on the students to say no to tobacco, alcohol, drugs and other substances, which not only destroy out health but also the society. He also encouraged the students to make the right choice in life to become leader in the days to come. The Adolescent Health Ambassador, official from NRHM and BASN member also attended the school assembly function. The programme was chaired by Assistant Programme Manager, Adolescent Health, Vizaleno Khatso.

Among other things, the NEFF Executive Council argued that farmers of the region are deprived from marketing their produce in a fair and honourable manner and alleged

that NERAMAC (North Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation Ltd), which was established to address the matter, is severely lacking behind in securing its pri-

orities. In this context, “The NE the collective leaders of the NEFF felt the need to set up multi-commodity exchange under Forward Markets Commission in Northeast India, which will enhance and promote the interests of the farmers of the region”, stated the release. Further, the meeting also discussed in detail the scarcity of potato seeds in the region and resolve to submit a memorandum to the concerned authorities at the centre to set up a Potato Seeds Development Centre in the region and redress the plights of the North East farmers so that potato seeds are readily available for the region.

Sumi community learning programme concludes

Resource person, officials and students from Sumi community on the concluding day of Tribal Community Learning Programme.

DimApur, September 26 (mexN): As part of the ongoing NEZCC’s series on Tribal Community Learning Programme, the thirteenth group consisting of 3 resource persons and 25 students from the Sumi Community successfully completed their training programme on September 25. The train-

ing programme culminated at a function in NEZCC Centre where the students shared their experiences as to how they have benefitted from such a creative training. D Vashum, Deputy Director spoke on behalf of the Director, NEZCC and gave away the Certificates to the participants. He also

thanked the Resource Persons for their support and cooperation extended in making the training programme a success. In next series, 3 experts and 25 students from the Sangtam Community will commence their learning programme for the next ten days beginning September 26, in the same venue.

pheK, September 26 (Dipr): The 21st State Level Hindi Diwas celebration was held at Town Hall Phek on September 21 with Minister for Road & Bridges, Parliamentary Affairs, Kuzholuzo Nienu as chief guest and Director of School Education Zaveyi Nyekha as guest of honour and DC Phek Murohu Chotso as a special guest. All Nagaland Hindi Teachers Union Phek Units organized the programme. Expressing his gratitude to all Nagaland Teachers Union for organizing the celebration at Phek Town, the chief guest said that that Hindi will be the first language subject paper in schools curriculum at the State and the government is focusing to provide post graduate Hindi teachers to all Government

Higher Secondary Schools. He advised the student not to neglect Hindi subject like elders people in the state but work hard to communicate themselves in Hindi as it will become vital in future. The chief guest unveiled the Nagaland Gunjan Magazine and distributed the prizes. Guest of honour Director of School Education Zaveyi Nyekha highlighted the importance of Hindi subject in the state education. He also lauded the State government decision to create 1500 Hindi teachers post in the state in the coming years. He asked the teachers to be sincere and loyal in their duties for improvement of Hindi language in the state. Special guest DC Phek Murohu Chotso also emphasized on the impor-

tance of Hindi especially for the recruitment in central jobs like defence and other competitive exams. He advised the student to try their best effort to get the value of Hindi language. Earlier the meeting started with invocation prayer by pastor PTBC Thupuchiyi. Welcome speech and vote of thanks delivered by President ANHTU Phek unit Pochizo and President ANHTU Romato Sema. Report of union was presented by A S Yarthotgan ANHTU. 14 points about Rastra Bhasha was presented by Tusovelu in Hindi and Zuveto in English. Others highlights of the programme were dance by students of Government High School Ketsapo village, Chozuba Town Students GHSS Phek.

Farmers’ clubs urged to be catalyst of change

DimApur, September 26(mexN): The Model Farmers’ Club of Unity Village, 5th Mile, formed under the Farmers’ Club Programme of National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) was launched on September 23. The club will be attached with Naga Shopping Arcade branch of Nagaland State Cooperative Bank (NSCB), NSA Dimapur. The Molung’s Women and Child Welfare Society (MWCWS), Diphupar, has been assigned to facilitate the formation and nurturing of the farmers’ club for the next three years with grant support from NABARD, informed a press release. In his inaugural speech, Rajen Baruah, Manager, NABARD Dimapur stressed on the need to facilitate farmers’ initiatives everywhere to ameliorate farmers’ conditions and contribute to the better economic

development of the State. He shared on NABARD’s initiatives and the support systems that are available for farmers. He also underlined the important role of the banks in the necessity of cooperation between the farmers and the bankers. NABARD has been promoting farmers’ clubs in the rural areas to provide focused attention on dissemination of information of various schemes and projects of the Government of India and the State government for the benefit of farmers, transfer of scientific practice of cultivation/ modern technology in the field of agriculture and development through credit, stated the release. Meanwhile, Mehopi Kera, Chief Manager, NSCB NSA Dimapur exhorted the members of the farmers’ clubs to be a catalyst for change - like a bridge to fill the gap of our society,

develop and monitor the loan recovery of the beneficiaries in the village. Simultaneously, he advised the members to make concrete plans and come forward with viable proposals for their suitable economic activity, seek information and develop better understanding and cooperation with the banking system. Wangshikokla, Secretary, MWCWS, the release said assured all support and facility from her Society for bringing development and prosperity in the villages through the Farmers Clubs, SHGs and JLGs. After the inauguration function, NABARD conducted a Baseline Orientation Training Programme in association with MWCWS where different functions, working procedure, Do’s and Don’ts of Farmers Clubs were discussed elaborately with the members of the farmers’ clubs.

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Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo, Sting at March for Climate Change

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ens of thousands of activists walked through Manhattan, warning that climate change is destroying the Earth - in stride with demonstrators around the world who urged policymakers to take quick action. Most came on foot for the Sunday march, others with bicycles and walkers, and some even in wheelchairs. Many wore costumes and marched to drumbeats. One woman played the accordion. (Also Read: Leonardo also won the Clinton Global Citizen Award) But their message was not entertaining: “We’re going to lose our planet in the next generation if things continue this way,” said Bert Garskof, 81, as a family member pushed his wheelchair through Times Square. He had first heard about global warming in 1967, “when no one was paying much attention,” said Mr Garskof, a native New Yorker and professor of psychology at Connecticut’s Quinnipiac University. Organizers said more than 100,000 marched in New York, including actors Mark Ruffalo and Evangeline Lilly. They were joined in midtown Manhattan by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, former Vice President Al Gore and New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio.

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On Tuesday, more than 120 world leaders will convene for the United Nations Climate Summit aimed at galvanizing political will for a new global climate treaty by the end of 2015. “I am overwhelmed by such a strong power, energy and voice of people,” Ban told reporters. “I hope this voice will be truly reflected to the leaders when they meet on September 23rd. Climate change is (a) defining issue of our time and there is no time to lose. If we do not take action now, we will have to pay much more. De Blasio said, “My sense is the energy you see on the streets, the numbers that have amassed here and in other cities around the world, show that something bigger is going on, and this UN summit will be one of the ones where we look back and say it was a difference maker,” de Blasio said.The New York march was one of a series of events held around the world to raise awareness about climate change. In London, organizers said 40,000 marchers participated, while a small gathering in Cairo featured a huge art piece representing wind and solar energy. In Rio de Janeiro, marchers with green hearts painted on their faces rallied at Ipanema Beach. Celebrities in London includ-

ing actress Emma Thompson and musician Peter Gabriel joined thousands of people crossing the capital’s center, chanting: “What do we want? Clean energy. When do we want it? Now.” “This is important for every single person on the planet, which is why it has to be the greatest grassroots movement of all time,” Thompson said. “This is the battle of our lives. We’re fighting for our children.” In New York, a contingent came from Moore, Oklahoma, where a massive tornado killed 24 people last year, as did hundreds of people affected by Superstorm Sandy, which the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the British meteorological office said was made more likely by climate change. In Australia, the largest rally was in Melbourne, where an estimated 10,000 people took to the streets with banners and placards calling on their government to do more to combat global warming. Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott was a particular target of the protesters in major Australian cities. Abbott’s center-right coalition has removed a carbon tax and has restricted funding for climate change bodies since coming to power last year.

Victoria Beckham to help UN fight AIDS

‘Mortdecai’ to release in January next year

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ollywood star Johnny Depp-starrer ‘Mortdecai’ has had its release date moved forward and will now hit theatres on January 23 next year. The David Koepp’s action comedy will now release two weeks earlier than originally scheduled, reported Deadline. As a result of the shift, ‘The Age of Adaline’ with Harrison Ford and Blake Lively has been pushed back until April 24. Depp, 51, plays a roguish art dealer on the hunt for a stolen painting that holds the code to a bank account full of Nazi gold in the adaptation of Kyril Bonfiglioli’s novels. The Lionsgate movie also stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Ewan McGregor, Olivia Munn and Paul Bettany. ‘Mortdecai’ was filmed in both London and Los Angeles.

Kareena Kapoor’s reaction to India Mars mission, a real facepalm moment

t’s probably time to say goodbye to Posh Spice for good — Victoria Beckham is older now, and she wants to help others, not sing teen anthems. The fashion designer and former Spice Girl said at United Nations headquarters Thursday that she had to turn 40 before she realized she has an obligation to others — something she hopes to do as a newly named International Goodwill Ambassador for the UNAIDS program. “It’s only now that I realize I have to step forward and do whatever it is that I can do,” she said, crediting a recent fact-finding tour to HIV clinics in Cape Town, South Africa for inspiring her to do more to prevent the spread of the deadly disease. “It was life changing and it made me realize that I can speak on behalf of these women,” she said of the people she met in clinics there. She said she is determined do all she can to help prevent children from being born with the AIDS virus. “Babies

he 3rd episode of “Backyard Buzz” – a first of its kind program about the local music scene produced by the Native Trax Society will be telecast on 30/08/14 (Saturday) from 6:00 to 6:30 pm on Doordarshan Kohima. The program is being supported by the Music Task Force (YRS) and produced by the Native Trax Society. In this episode of “Backyard Buzz” VJ Imli Lee aka Déjà vu gets close and personal with one of the best known folk fusion bands of Nagaland ‘Purple Fusion’ during the recent release of their debut album ‘Folk reminiscence’ and discusses various topics with the band such as their music and future plans and also shows highlights of the album release function. In addition to this, viewers will be treated to fresh new music videos by local artistes like Yangertoshi and Alo Wanth. In order to showcase local singers and bands/ groups in future episodes NTS invites those interested to send their music videos for consideration and review. In case of any queries NTS members can be reached @ 9856201694/9856819202 or through email to native.trax@gmail.com.

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should not be born with HIV. We can stop that, we’re very, very close to stopping that, which is why I’m sitting here now. We can’t give up. We’re so close. I’m a woman, and a mother, and I want to reach out and help,” said Beckham, who is married to retired soccer star David Beckham. It was unusual for the often reclusive Beckham to meet with reporters and take questions. She spoke with rare passion about her desire to have an impact, and laughed off the suggestion from one journalist that she wanted to be “England’s answer to Angelina Jolie,” the prominent actress who has done extensive work as a U.N. representative. “I’m not trying to be anyone other than myself,” Beckham said. “I want to learn what I can do. Executive Director Michel Sidibe said he welcomed Beckham’s commitment. “I dream of a generation free from HIV and I know that Victoria’s support will help us to achieve this shared goal,” he said.

Kim Kardashian attacked at Paris Fashion Week event

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ollywood’s one of the most successful actress Kareena Kapoor Khan was stumped when a journalist questioned her on India’s latest achievement – Mangalyaan. While several Bollywood celebs expressed their joy over the huge achievement of launching satellite Mangalyaan into the Mars orbit, nawab Saif Ali Khan’s begum Kareena Kapoor failed to even understand what it means and was unaware of this development. When a media person asked Bebo about her thoughts on Mangalyaan at a hair product launch in Hindi, Kareena’s reaction was, “What!!??” with eyeballs popping out. When the person further explained his question in English, Kareena finally said it is a big deal for the country. Further, Kareena went on to say: “I would love to go to space someday,” she said further. When asked if she would take Saif along with her, she replied that Saif is already in space.

his probably wasn’t the type of pandemonium Kim Kardashian was expecting at Paris Fashion Week. The 33-year-old “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” star was nearly tackled to the ground Thursday by an assailant in the crowd, as she was arriving for the Blamain show with husband Kanye West and mother Kris Jenner. In video of the incident obtained by TMZ, Kardashian’s rapper husband can be seen exiting the left side of a vehicle while the reality star and her mother, Kris Jenner, exit from the right. Scores of photographers, fans and bodyguards mobbed the scene. At one point in the video, an individual lunged at Kardashian and began pulling her to the ground just

as Jenner was exiting the vehicle. “Stop it,” Jenner is heard screaming in the clip. Bodyguards quickly intervened as Kardashian, Jenner and West swiftly entered the fashion show. Witnesses on the scene have identified Kardashian’s attacker as notorious journalist Vitalii Sediuk, who has drawn the ire of Hollywood for his stunts against stars like Madonna, Will Smith and America Ferrera. In May, Sediuk was arrested after a physical incident involving Brad Pitt at the Los Angeles premiere of his wife’s recent film, “Maleficent.” “I hope Kim is OK and won’t be mad at me as I didn’t mean any harm,” Sediuk told the U.K. Daily Mail following the incident. “Kanye is one lucky man as Kim is a goddess!”

lash loves working with Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators because they find crafting new songs together ‘’effortless’’ as they have so much fun jamming. Slash finds working with his current band ‘’effortless’’. The former Guns ‘n’ Roses guitarist enjoys working with Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators - Myles , Todd Kerns and Brent Fitz - because they are passionate musicians and take a relaxed approach to crafting new songs. Slash said: ‘’We’ve always had a collective like-mindedness. Everybody just wants to play. There’s nothing else that we really concern ourselves with, we just like jamming. ‘’When we get together and work, we work really hard, but you don’t even realise. Whatever ideas come, everyone’s very enthusiastic about trying to figure out their own version or their own interpretation. ‘’When we get together and start working on an idea, as long as the guys like whatever it is I come to the table with, then we just enjoy jamming it out and making something out of it.’’That makes for an effortless record, when everybody just has a good time doing it and doesn’t feel intimidated by trying to think up stuff.’’ Slash will tour the UK with his band later this year and is taking inspiration from Aerosmith - who he supported in the US recently on staging the arena shows. He told the Independent newspaper: ‘’It’s the best I’ve seen them in a long time, they’re at the top of their game. It’s just them and some amplifiers. ‘’In this day and age, it’s really encouraging to see a band be as good as they are without a ton of bells and whistles and all this stuff that everybody seems to need to engage an audience. So when we’re doing arenas we’re going out with that kind of set up.’’

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Indian eves maul Malaysia 6-1, book semifinal berth in hockey

INCHEON, SEPTEMBER 26 (PTI): India produced an inspired performance to thrash Malaysia 6-1 in their last Pool A match and qualify for the semi-finals of the women's hockey competition at the 17th Asian Games, here today. For India, Rani Rampal (4th minute, 20th) and Jaspreet Kaur (9th, 39th) score two goals each, while Namita Toppo (17th) and Vandana Kataria (50th) were the other goal getters. Malaysia's lone goal was scored by skipper Nadia Abdul Rahman from a penalty corner. Indian eves in all likelihood will face last edition's silver medallist Korea in the semi-finals on Sunday as the hosts are presently leading Pool B and are expected to finish as the toppers. The Indians had to raise their game after the close 1-2 loss against defending champions China in their last match and they did just that. The Indian eves came out with purpose and controlled the game from the onset with brisk passing. It took the Indians just four minutes to surge ahead when Rani scored from a field effort before Jaspreet doubled the lead five minutes later by converting a penalty corner. Just two minutes into the second quarter, India tripled their lead when Namita scored a field goal. Rani then added to her tally with another field effort to give her side a comfortable 4-0 lead at the lemon break. Nine minutes into the third quarter, Jaspreet scored with a rasping dragflick from a penalty corner to make the scoreline 5-0 in favour of the Indians. Malaysia produced their best hockey in the third quarter and managed to pull one back through Nadia, who converted a penalty corner. But 10 minutes from the final whistle, India restored their five-goal lead when Vandana scored a field goal.

Sejwal gives India maiden swimming medal

INCHEON, SEPTEMBER 26 (IANS): Swimmer Sandeep Sejwal gave India its maiden medal from the acquatics pool at the Incheon Games after he won the bronze in the men's 50 metre breastroke at the Munhak Park Tae-hwan Aquatics Center here Friday. Sejwal clocked 28.26 seconds. The gold went to Kazakh swimmer Dmitriy Balandin (27.78 secs) with a Games Record, while Japan's Yasuhiro Koseki (27.89 secs) took the silver. Balandin broke the record of 27.80secs set by Zhi Xie of China in the 2010 Guangzhou Games. Sejwal stormed into the final after finishing atop Heat 2. The 25-year-old India finished with a time of 28.25 seconds, 0.33 ahead of China's Xiang Ma, who also qualified for the finals. Sejwal's qualifying time was the second fastest among the starters for the finals. Only Koseki registered a faster time than the Indian, finishing his respective Heat in 27.92 seconds.

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India's Sandeep Sejwal holds up his bronze medal in the men's 50-meter breaststroke swimming final at the 17th Asian Games in Incheon, South Korea on Friday26. (AP Photo)

India's Lilima Minz right, and Malaysia's Noor Hasliza Binti MD Ali battle for the ball during their women's pool A match at the 17th Asian Games in Incheon, South Korea, Friday, September 26. (AP Photo)

Indian badminton's Asiad campaign ends

INCHEON, SEPTEMBER 26 (IANS): India's Asian Games badminton campaign ended on a dismal note with 2012 Olympic bronze medallist Saina Nehwal, Parupalli Kashyap and Kidambi Srikanth being knocked out of the singles event at the Gyeyang Gymnasium here Friday. The only saving grace was the bronze medal won Sunday in the women's team event, which was India's first from the sport since the 1986 Seoul Games. Saina lost her women's singles quarterfinal, Kashyap and Srikanth went out of the men's singles pre-quarters. Doubles shuttlers also failed to impress as Manu Attri and N. Sikki Reddy were knocked out of the mixed Round of 16 event while Attri, partnering B. Sumeeth Reddy, also lost his men's doubles quarterfinal. Sixth seed Saina had to once again suffer a defeat at the hands of old rival Yi-

han Wang of China as the second seed marched into the semis with a 18-21, 219, 21-7 victory in exactly an hour. Out of their previous nine meetings, the former World Champion had won eight times while the only time the result went in favour of Saina was when Yihan retired in 2012 in Denmark Open, that was won by the Indian. Saina looked in her prime in the first game, taking it in 25 minutes. This was the first time since 2011 that the Hyderabadi took a game against the former World No.1. However in the second game, the Olympic silver medallist totally turned the tables on Saina as she romped home to level the contest in only 18 minutes. The procession continued as the World No.3 Chinese took a minute less in the decider to close the encounter on her first matchpoint with a precise cross court smash. Earlier, Kashyap was

knocked out when he lost his men's singles pre-quarterfinal to World No.1 Lee Chong Wei of Malaysia. It was a tough outing for the reigning Commonwealth Games champion who has never won a game, let alone a match, against the top seeded Malaysian in four previous meetings. Chong Wei needed only 34 minutes to move past the Hyderabadi, winning 21-12, 21-11. Srikanth also went out when he lost 21-19, 11-21, 18-21 to local World No.7 Son Wan Ho in an hour and seven minutes. Though the World No.22 Indian had beaten the fifth

seeded Son in their first two meetings, the South Korean had defeated the Indian on the last occasion they played at the Thomas Cup in New Delhi in May. Attri and Sikki also lost their mixed doubles encounter to Singaporean combine Danny Bawa Chrisnanta and Yu Yan Vanessa Neo. The sixth seeds won the contest 21-18, 2123, 21-15 in 49 minutes. Going out as India's last medal hopes from the discipline, Reddy and Attri lost to Indonesian second seeds Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan 1221, 19-21 in 32 minutes.

DDSC meeting rescheduled

DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 26 (MExN): The Dimapur District Sports Council (DDSC) has informed that the council’s “handing and taking over of charge” has been rescheduled to October 1 at 7.30 a.m. at DDSC Stadium, as opposed to the council’s previous notification. This was informed through a press note from the DDSC Secretary.

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