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Dimapur Police arrest two Nigerians KOHIMA, SEPTEMBER 7 (MExN): Two Nigerians were arrested by Dimapur Police today while they were trying to enter the state without valid documents. A press note from Dimapur Police identified the two arrested persons as Tobias Chizoba Anijunsi and Raymond Chinenyeuba Newze. A case has been registered against the duo under the Foreigners Act.
Pedestrian killed in accident
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DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 7 (MExN): One pedestrian succumbed to injuries after a tragic car accident at the 4th Mile area in Dimapur on September 6. A press note from the Dimapur Police informed that the pedestrian was hit by a Maruti van, after which the driver of the vehicle took the injured to CIHSR Hospital for medical assistance. However the person succumbed to his injuries. A case was registered, with the vehicle seized and the driver arrested, informed the police. The police further stated that the deceased has not been identified. One can contact the Officer in Charge of Traffic-II at 7085055029 for more details.
India Diabetes Study to be conducted in Nagaland
DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 7 (MExN): The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in collaboration with Madras Diabetes Research Foundation has been carrying out a nation-wide study called India Diabetes Study. The study is in its second phase which covers the NE States. It will be conducted in Nagaland through the Department of Health and Family Welfare, and will be for a period of nine months. A press note from the Directorate of Health and Family Welfare informed that the pilot study will begin from September 8 in Kohima district. The main aim of the study is to assess the burden of diabetes and pre-diabetes in the country. The burden of hypertension and heart diseases will also
be studied. The study will cover 50 villages and 50 urban wards throughout the State with total sample size of 4000 individuals. The study is the first of its kind and will provide a reliable data on the prevalence of diabetes, pre-diabetes, hypertension, and common heart diseases. It will also produce evidence on dietary habits of the community. It aims to help to create evidence and awareness about the growing burden of non-communicable diseases like diabetes and heart diseases. The study subjects will also be benefitted directly through free testing of blood sugar, measurement of height and weight, referral of positive cases to health centres, etc.
NEW DELHI, SEPTEMBER 7 (AGENCIES): With the government stoutly defending the role of security forces in Jammu and Kashmir and insurgency-hit Manipur, the Supreme Court today said it was more concerned about human rights violations happening in the heart of capital cities like Imphal. “It is not the Line of Control (LoC) but the heart of the cities like Imphal, is what we are concerned. Public order needs to be followed,” a bench of Justices MB Lokur and UU Lalit said after Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi submitted that security forces at LoC during insurgent operations have to act in a particular way. Referring to an earlier constitution bench judgement in the Naga People’s Movement of Human Rights case, the bench said Law in this regard has already been settled, as it has ruled that though an internal disturbance is a cause for concern, it does not threaten the security of the country. While NHRC counsel and senior advocate Gopal Subramaniam contended that there was “no accountability” in case of human rights violations, Rohatgi said the security personnel
have to act “in a particular way” on the LoC during an insurgent operation. “Truth of human rights violations if any can be found through criminal trials. It is a serious situation. Security personnel at a Line of Control (LOC) or during an insurgent operations has to act in a particular way. How else we do it,” Rohatgi said. He said what happened in the 1980’s and retrospective enquiry into those incidents will have serious effect on the Army, whether in Manipur or in Jammu and Kashmir. On the other hand, Subramaniam said “if there are abrogations of human rights, then accountability has to be fixed on the erring personnel. Here there is no accountability”. The army or security agencies refuse to give any details about cases if there are allegations of human rights violation, he said and asserted that under the Armed Force Special Powers Act (AFSPA) or any other Law this cannot be done. “In Manipur, it took three years to get an information regarding a case of alleged human rights violation. NHRC is a responsible fact-finding body. No government can say it is not accountable for violation of
human rights,” Subramani- someone to whom Armed am said. Forces should be accountable for human rights violaNHRC concerned by tions in regions where AFlack of co-operation SPA has been imposed. Meanwhile, expressing “It is bad enough that helplessness and lack of the government views the co-operation from the gov- agency this way. NHRC is ernment, the National Hu- marred by red-tapism. In man Rights Commission the guise of extreme diftoday told the Supreme ficulty during insurgency Court that it has become operations one cannot a toothless mailbox. The do away with responsibilapex court has been hear- ity,” Gopal Subramanium ing petitions related to over counsel for NHRC told SC. 1000 encounters in ManiDuring the hearing topur and also if the judicial day, the Centre clearly statenquiries should be con- ed that the powers of NHRC ducted in this matter or not. are limited to recommenThe petition filed by dations and it is upto to Extra Judicial Killings in the Parliament whether it Manipur Victim Families wants to accept the recomAssociation cites various mendations or not. The Supreme Court also human rights violations and killings by the armed posed a question whether forces and the absence of NHRC should be allowed to any accountability of these conduct enquiries in cases forces. Taking a strong of alleged human rights vistand, the Central Govern- olations. Attorney General ment represented by Attor- has sought two weeks time ney General told the apex to elaborate his arguments court that NHRC has mere on the limited powers of powers of recommenda- the National Human Rights tion whether it’s Manipur Commission. The apex court has also or Jammu and Kashmir. Attorney General Mu- asked the petitioners to talk kul Rohatgi also told the to the victim’s families if apex court that the big they want to take a judicial question is that whether recourse of enquiry or want there is a procedure of ju- a compensation. ‘Many dicial accountability for in- victims just want a closure surgency operations. Tak- of the matter,’ SC observed. ing a strong stand, NHRC The next hearing is slated said that there must be on October 26.
run KoHima run! Aghunato public non cooperation a result of manipulation: NSCN (K) ‘Run Raise Respond North East’ half
DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 7 (MExN): The NSCN (K) today claimed that the recent declaration of non cooperation by the public of Aghunato to the former was the result of certain sections who have “manipulated the emotional situation and architectured the non cooperation declaration.” A press note from the MIP of the NSCN (K) alleged: “It must be recalled that the Indian Security Forces in an unprovoked attack gunned down one innocent civilian and injured another civilian at Aghunato area last year in November 2 in which two NSCN workers were also killed. The offensive combing operations have been continuing in the area since then, yet the architectures of today’s non-cooperation seem to have ignored the actual sustained provocative actions of Indian Security Forces responsible for NSCN’s retaliation.” It claimed that “more than dozen NSCN workers have been arrested, tortured, im-
prisoned and killed under Zunheboto district by Security Forces during the last 18 months but the NSCN have been maintaining maximum restraint and avoiding confrontation in the district solely to ensure public safety.” It further said that the “peaceful manoeuvres of NSCN on the contrary has emboldened the occupational forces to adopt more aggressive posture in the area for which a lesson was taught.” Terming the Aghunato area as having has been “the bastion of Naga struggle and the first Naga’s war of independence, the 1955 Indo-Naga battle was fought at Hoshepu, Aghunato,” the NSCN (K) stated that “the people of Aghunato had through thick and thin always stood besides NSCN and the same camaraderie shall continue even in the days to come.” It further cautioned that “anti-national elements involved in the declaration shall be exposed and defeated.”
The NSCN (K) declared that “the Naga Army shall resist and encounter the occupational Indian forces anywhere, anytime throughout Naga inhabited territories as long as the Government of India uses her Armed Forces to suppress the Naga’s struggle for sovereign Independence.” It asked “Naga countrymen” to “uphold NSCN’s legitimate fight for the honour, identity and freedom of our people that has been nurtured by the blood of our fathers for the last seventy years.” The NSCN (K) stated that the “atrocities being committed on the innocent Naga civilians under the garb of AFSPA by Indian Armed Forces in itself demonstrates that Nagas are not Indians and every Naga both armed nationalists and civil organisations alike including Aghunato Public must unite to fight tooth and nail against the continuing inhuman aggression of India rather than choosing to condemn own Naga patriots.”
TR receives award for environmental development
DIMAPUR, SEPTEMBER 7 (MExN): Nagaland Chief Minister TR Zeliang was given an award for Environmental Development at the 4th Pangkor Dialogue in Malaysia last evening in a function attended by global leaders, academicians and personalities from various parts of the world. A press note from the CMO informed that the Nagaland CM was recognised by the dialogue organisers, Institute Darul Rudzuan in collaboration with the Malaysian Government, for the efforts made by the people of Nagaland for environmental preservation and promotion. The Chief Minister had earlier in the day, in his keynote address, narrated the efforts of the Naga people to make Nagaland the Amur Falcon capital of the world and how Nagas, like
Nagaland Chief Minister, TR Zeliang receiving the award at the 4th Pangkor Dialogue in Malaysia.
many South East Asian societies, lived in close proximity and are dependent on nature. He received the award on behalf of the people of Nagaland and thanked the organisers for appreciating and recognising the people’s efforts to conserve and preserve na-
ture. He further appealed to the people of Nagaland to continue environmental preservation and development adding that the people should cooperate with the government to undertake mass tree plantation every year and preserve available natural flora and fauna.
marathon to be held in Kohima today
Nigel Eastwood and Vijaya during a meeting with Naga entrepreneurs at Dimapur.
Morung Express News Dimapur | September 7
“Why is this crazy group of people led by a white guy running in our town?” is a question Nigel Eastwood wants every denizen of Nagaland to ask. A successful entrepreneur from the UK, Nigel is here in Nagaland to make a run for charity on September 8 starting from IG Stadium to New Secretariat, Kohima. He’ll be joined by local entrepreneurs, school children and various participants. This event is part of the 4 half marathons (21kms) which is taking place in the four NE states of Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland and Manipur in the 1st week of September. The proceeds of the run will go towards motivating and supporting local entrepreneurship in the region. And not just to raise funds for charity, Nigel is keen to support and inspire Naga entrepreneurs. “You guys are inspirational,” he states and makes a beautiful comment: “This feeling of butterflies in your stomach is because this whole region is on a cusp of change.” He also felt that the community of entrepreneurs in Nagaland has just got to grow. He states, “The Northeast is a critical area
for growth, it is the gateway for Southeast Asia. This whole area is going to be a trade corridor. What we’re trying to tell folks through this run is- now is the time to start your business; you can create more wealth for yourself than working for other companies outside. Find your niche and start your own business.” He also encouraged, “Get into action now, because if local people do not seize the opportunity now, some big corporate brands will be here in Nagaland and wipe you all out.” He added, “Hence, why we want to peak people’s interest through this marathon. We plan to rub shoulders with Naga entrepreneurs, get to know their needs and aspirations and hopefully contribute towards change.” Nigel is accompanied by his wife Vijaya Eastwood, who has lived in Nagaland briefly. She commented: “I’ve lived and studied in Kohima and to me, even after having lived in so many places I’ve always felt Kohima to be home. One of the important things I want to highlight though this event is to show and tell people that Nagaland is a safe, beautiful place! No one wants to come here because they think it’s not safe to travel. I want to tell the rest of India and the world to come look!
She also adds, “I’ve heard people questioning why we are coming and asking local people to run for charity. I want to make the point that, it’s time for us to do it ourselves, why look for outside aid. So come and support us to help support you guys. Let’s get together and share ideas, and grow together is the idea of the run.” Nigel concluded with this comment, “Running a marathon is a bit like running a business. It’s tough, just like how it’s a challenge to be an entrepreneur.” So, if you believe in a Nagaland with more opportunities, let’s get together and ‘Run, Kohima, Run!’ The run started in Guwahati (3rd September) followed by Shillong (6th September) followed by Kohima (8th September) and Imphal (10th September). Kohima, is the third leg of the charity half marathon. The RunRaiseRespondNorthEast Half-Marathon is supported by the Government of Nagaland through the Department of Information Technology & Communication. Abhijit Sinha, Home Commissioner, Government of Nagaland will flag off the run at 7:30 am from the IG Stadium with certificates distributed at 9:30am. All funds raised will be donated to The North East Development Foundation (NEDF), a leading not-for-profit organisation in North-East India. Students will run from IG Stadium to High Court Junction, a 5Km run for non-professional runners and a 21K for sportsmen. Certificates and T-shirts or caps will be distributed to all participants. The major proceeds from all the runs will be presented to the winning start-ups at the North East Start-up Festival being held by NEDF in November this year. The winning businesses at the Start-up Festival will receive a share of the funds raised and will be given free mentoring for 1 year by Nigel and the wider team.