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” trinamool threatens to pull out of UPA

In conflict, sometimes the best tactic is, to allow the force to pass by like a wind or, like the water running down the river

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KolKata, November 4 (pti): West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee accused the Congress of keeping her party in the dark and of not giving it a voice in the Union Cabinet. In a virtual rebellion against the UPA government, its largest ally Trinamool Congress on Friday threatened to pull out over the petrol price hike. The party has sought an appointment with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh before taking “any “To quell my curiosity mind vital decision”. telling me which one of you “Our withdrawal of supis the farmer applying for a port may result in fall of the BPL cards? government. But since the Minister is away, we The Morung Express Prime want to discuss with him POLL QUESTION and have sought an ap-

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pointment with him,” Trinamool Congress chairperson Mamata Banerjee told reporters at the State Secretariat here. Her party’s Parliamentary wing has submitted a resolution calling for pullout from the UPA. Ms. Banerjee, in the first ever attack on the Congress since the formation of the UPA-II government in 2009, said her party would seek an appointment with the Prime Minister sometime between November 8 and 10. It was unacceptable that such a crucial decision on petrol price hike had been taken in the absence of the Prime Minister, she said. Ms. Banerjee said an emergency meeting of the Trinamool Congress parliamentary party was in fa-

Congress indicates partial rollback of petrol price New Delhi, November 4 (pti): With UPA allies crying foul over petrol price hike, Congress on Friday indicated that there might be a “partial rollback” of the hike in the next few days and urged the government to provide “healing touch” to common man. “Congress party is very concerned about the price rise and calls upon the government to take measures, and hopes the government will look into the matter very seriously,” party spokesperson Abhishek Singhvi told reporters here. He said the party believes that the govvour of quitting the UPA for the unilateral decisions of major ally Congress, without consulting allies and keeping them in the dark, she said. “We have been silenced and not heard in the Union

ernment will not only take efforts to control the price rise but also consider other ways and means to give relief to people, adding such a “healing touch” and urgent measures are required. A senior party leader, speaking on the condition of anonymity, made it clear that the partial rollback of petrol price will probably happen once Prime Minister Manmohan Singh returns from abroad tomorrow. The leader also said the consultations with other UPA allies on this issue will also take place after Singh’s arrival.

Cabinet. Our only Cabinet minister Dinesh Trivedi, when he raises any issue concerning the people, is told to keep quiet. We have tolerated so much and adjusted,” Ms. Banerjee said, adding there was lack of coordination and

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): The Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) has clarified to the recent press release issued by the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) and the subsequent clarification from the Advisor, (i/c Rate Control) DMC in the local dailies over the past few days. A press note issued by Hokivi Chishi President, DCCI termed it as an “eye opener and a wake-up call for all concerned” while pointing out that “constructive criticism” was always welcome and as such, the DCCI also stated that it would like to add a few points for a clearer picture to emerge. For the ready reference of all concerned, the DCCI has enclosed the rates of various commodities of various cities and towns for the consumption of the public. “The rest is left to the judgement of the readers”, it stated. Full details in p5—Public Space

CIH worker accused of molestation

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Price rise debate: DCCI puts in clarification

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): A worker with the Central Institute of Horticulture in Medziphema has been accused of molesting a junior lady worker. The Medziphema Town Youth Organization issued a note today naming one Arvind Singh, a senior worker in the said institute, for the alleged crime. The youth organization said the accused “sexually molested” and “mentally tortured” a junior worker, unidentified. The woman was said to have been terminated form service without any reason, a note from the MTYO president Nito Krose and general secretary Asazo Talie said today. MTYO denounced the ‘senseless acts’ and has demanded that the authorities terminate the service of Arvind Singh from CIH Medziphema. The organization has requested the authorities to take all necessary action within 15 days. Failing to do so would invite the MTYO to take an own course of action and the organization ‘would not be responsible for the said cause.’

in power with two-thirds majority and we are not dependant on Congress to run the government. We can run the government in this state on our own even if Congress is not with us, but we take the partner in confidence in the policy decisions of the government,” she said. “I want to appeal to the Centre to please take care of the people. Eleven times price rise of petrol and petroleum products in 12 months is unacceptable. Price hike may not affect the Central government, but it affects us in the States...We have a commitment to the people and we will never compromise on the question of imposing economic hardship on the masses,” she asserted.

Tension, violence as UNC enforce bandh across Naga areas

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cooperation in the UPA. Pointing out that Congress was dependant on support of allies like the Trinamool Congress, NCP and DMK to run the UPA government, she added, “But we are not dependant

on Congress.” “They (Congress) may be a big party, and we may be smaller parties. But they do not have the majority of their own at the Centre. They are dependant on the support of the allies for survival,” Ms. Banerjee said. Frequent price hikes unacceptable While maintaining that she was not trying to blackmail the government, the Trinamool chief said the rise in fuel prices so frequently was “unacceptable“. “We want the government to run for five years. We follow the coalition dharma. This was our commitment when the government was formed. We are not trying to blackmail the government. “In West Bengal, we are

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Imphal | November 4

The United Naga Council (UNC) sponsored three days bandh turned violent on the first day today. At least 10 persons, mostly women bandh supporters have been wounded while engaging in a scuffle with security forces at Noney along national highway 37 in Tamenglong district of Manipur after three vehicles were set on fire by the agitators, on Friday. The incident took place around 11:30 Friday when GOC 3 Corps, Lt Gen Dalbir Singh gets a memento presented by Kaisa Rio, wife of Nagaland Chief Minister volunteers of United Naga during the inaugural function of the Niathu Sports Festival held at Niathu Resort, Chumukedima on Friday Council (UNC) and All November 4. (Sorei Mahong/Photo) Story on p12 Naga Students’ Associa-

tion, Manipur (ANSAM), enforcing a 72-hour total bandh across Naga areas in Manipur protesting against a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the State government and Sadar Hills Districthood Demand Committee (SHDDC), set ablaze three goods loaded trucks, including one vehicle belonging to State police commando personnel, who were escorting the trucks on the national highway. When the security personnel tried to prevent vandalism, a fight ignited with the bandh supporters and in a short moment large crowd gathered at the

scene, prompting the police to fire tear gas shells to disperse them. At least 10 people were injured in the police action, sources said. Sources said the security team led by SDPOs of Imphal West and Imphal East were heading towards Imphal with six goods loaded trucks, which had been stranded at a CRPF camp in Awangkhul on the highway about 20 km from Noney this morning when bandh supporters stopped them at a place between Awangkhul and Langkhong and set on fire three vehicles, including one belonging to the security personnel. Continued on page 5

Food inflation may be result of Notice to Centre on MPs with criminal charges growing prosperity: Manmohan CaNNeS, November 4 (iaNS): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday said inflation in food articles in India was, indeed, a problem but said that grain prices have been relatively stable. He also ruled out a roll back in the decision to decontrol petrol prices. “What prices are going up are prices of vegetables, prices of eggs, prices of fish, that is the secondary and tertiary food items. That is a reflection of the demand for

these commodities exceeding supplies,” the prime minister said. “That in turn, to some extent at least, is a sign of growing prosperity of our country. If our national income increases by 8 percent per annum and our population is increasing at 1.6 percent per annum, the per capita income is growing at 6-6.5 percent,” he said. “It is bound to lead to a demand for more diversified type of food basket. I am not say-

ing this is a fool proof way of describing this complex reality, but in analyzing food inflation, I think, this is an aspect that should not be lost sign of,” he told a press conference here. Asked about his reaction the protests back home over the recent hike in prices of petrol, the prime minister also said the decision to decontrol these prices was a part of the process to ensure fair play in commodity markets.

New Delhi, November 4 (iaNS): The Supreme Court Friday issued notice to the central and state governments on a petition seeking fast tracking of trial of cases against 162 MPs facing serious criminal charges. An apex court bench headed by Justice P. Sathasivam and Justice Jasti Chelameswar said that if it was true that 162 MPs faced criminal charges, then it was “very disturbing”. The observation came when senior counsel Rajiv Dhawan, appearing for former Chief Election Commissioner J.M. Lyngdoh

Pedaling against all odds Yupangnenla Longkumer Dimapur | November 4

With the not so cyclingfriendly roads in Nagaland, the duo - Sievituo Solo and Ruokuo Kire have daringly pedaled across 10 districts and have reached Dimapur today. The duo took the challenge, “Discover Nagaland on a Bicycle” with no sponsors or help from the state government but they have been successful in making their sheer aspiration to become a reality. Their next stop is Peren district after which they will go to Kohima and end the tour in Khonoma village. Commenting on the road conditions, they said that Zunheboto district and in some parts of Tuensang district, the roads were “horrible”. On which Sievituo Solo said: “…some roads are meant for Horse Power Challenge and not cycling”. He added that in Yakko area (Tuensang district) the mud was above ankle that they couldn’t pedal but had to climb down from their sits and push their bicycles.

• NAC has tagged Sievituo Solo as “Naga Backpacker”. • Sievituo Solo and Ruokuo Kire will be taking up another bigger project. • Sievituo Solo was chosen to be in the reality show “The Freaky Traveller Hunt” but he gave up for “Discover Nagaland on a Bicycle”. • Sievituo Solo is a talented contact juggler, he will be performing contact juggling during the upcoming Hornbill Festival.

The duo: Ruokuo Kire and Sievituo Solo, the cyclists who are currently on Nagaland tour. (Sorei Mahong/Morung Photo)

In contrast to that they revealed that the roads in Mokokchung district are clean and well maintained.

had an aspiration to tour Nagaland on bicycle and his childhood friend Ruokuo Kire readily accepted to face the challenge together Experiences of with him. travelling is priceless He said that his friend Sievituo Solo, whose Ruokuo is a man of few passion is to travel, always words but with strong de-

termination, which has helped both of them in this venture. Ruokou with a smile said that when Sievituo approached him with the daring idea he accepted it since it was something different. The duo said that though they started off alone, support came along from well-wishers and strangers. They also added that the beautiful landscapes and the generous people they met along the journey made them forget their weariness. “…we have paid only once in the whole journey”. Stating that “Nagaland is a wonderland, a land of generosity” and they have come this far because of “God’s grace”. The darkest night and the good Samaritans The duo also narrated how they pedaled on a pitch-dark night. They said that the eerie feeling was so immense that they got goosebumps but did not utter a word to one another. Silently they were pedaling along the dark lonely road. Continued on page 5

and other eminent persons, told the court that the number of such MPs was steadily going up. While issuing the notice, the court observed that all states had fast track courts and asked why these cases were not being given priority. Seeking the transfer of all these cases to fast track courts, Lyngdoh in his petition said the presence of such a large number in parliament and in state assemblies contaminated the social-political fabric of India. The petition said this led to a serious weakening of the entire system which was in

evidence. “We have long witnessed criminals being wooed by political parties and given executive posts, especially in state governments, because their muscle and money power fetches crucial votes,” the petition said. “Elections are won and lost on swings of just one percent of the vote, so parties cynically woo every possible vote bank, including those headed by accused robbers and murderers. “Legal delays ensure that the accused will die of old age before being con-

victed, so parties virtuously insist that these chaps must be regarded as innocent till proved guilty,” it said. The petition said that it was through such elected representatives that people elected “our prime ministers, chief ministers and other ministers. “Thus, there is an urgent need that through speedy trials and independent investigations, they should get an opportunity to clear their names in a short span of six months from the day they get elected or face the consequences for their past criminal actions.”

Nagaland is ‘Most Improved State’ Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): India Today Group has awarded Nagaland a “Most Improved” award in the category of “infrastructure development.” Chief Minister of Nagaland Neiphiu Rio today attended the Chief Ministers’ conclave and the State of the States Awards ceremony organized and hosted by the India Today Group at New Delhi’s Hyatt Regency. The event was graced by Union Finance Minister Pranab

Mukherjee. “In the awards ceremony, the Nagaland chief minister received the award for ‘Most Improved State’ amongst the small states in the category of ‘Infrastructure Development’” stated the Press Secretary to Chief Minister today. The Chief Minister was accompanied by members of Parliament CM Chang and Khekiho Zhimomi, Parliamentary Secretary for Tourism and Law & Justice, Yitachu, and

senior officers of the state government. The State of the States also ranked Nagaland in the fourth position in most improved in governance and third in most improved in consumer market. According to the press note from the CMO, “the India Today State of the States awards is considered one of the highest and most independent surveys in the performance of the state governments all over the country”.

Naga Hoho rues non-Naga criminals

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): The Naga Hoho is dismayed that as if crimes from Nagas individuals aren’t enough, the extent of crimes from anti-social elements from “different communities” are increasing and becoming ‘unbearable.’ The apex Naga organization stated today that all Naga citizens and organizations make a stand and curb the menace. “It is undeniably fact that Dimapur has become a safe haven for all forms of

anti-social elements from different communities which is becoming unbearable. Let the initiatives of Naga Council Dimapur be a stepping stone for every individual and organization and further appeal to all faithful citizens to join the clarion call towards curbing such menace from our society,” the Naga Hoho said. The organization expressed support for the recent “people’s campaign against anti-social activi-

ties.” The organization issued a brief press release today, appended by Nikhrolo Khalo, assistant general secretary. The ‘hoho’ lamented the increasing anti-social activities such as extortion, kidnappings and rape in the Nagas’ society. “This menace has become a matter of serious issue for every walk of life which could be eliminated only through concerted effort and mass participation,” the Naga Hoho press release said.

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Lalthara challenges youth to re-learn obedience

Our Correspondent Kohima | November 4

Asserting that what the young people need most today is self-discipline, Chief Secretary Lalthara today challenged the youth to relearn obedience. Gracing the 45th annual prize distribution- cumparting social of Kohima College here today, Lalthara said that lack of discipline and spirit of rebellion spoils most of the youths’ life. Laltharaassertedthatone cannot go astray when obedience is developed and asked the students to develop obedience to their own conscience toyieldthefruitofsuccess. The Chief Secretary was appreciative that Kohima College was growing from strength to strength and lauded the principal and faculty for its good perfor-

mance sheet. Lalthara said it was apprehensive about taking over Kohima College by the government earlier that the quality of teaching and performance may come down. But such apprehension has been overthrown. He expressed happiness that instead of deteriorating, the performance of the college is improving and moving from strength to strength. Stating that some colleges do not admit certain category of students, he was happy that Kohima College has been accepting all kind of students and moulding them, which is a big achievement in itself. “Many colleges are very selective but you are not selective,” he said and termed it a good sign. In the meantime, he also challenged the students to continue to en-

hance the prestige of this college. Latter, Lalthara gave away prize to students in various disciplines. Earlier, Kohima College principal C. Khalong Ao in his keynote address said that Kohima College is one of the largest college not only in Nagaland but in the entire north east with an enrolment of 1847 students, 37 teachers and 31 ministerial staff. In regard to performance of the college in 2011 examinations, it produced pass percentage of 71% in BA and 66% in higher secondary. He declared that Kohima College is going to get NAAC assessment very soon for which intent study has already been submitted. Once the college is accessed by UGC, he said, Kohima College will find in the list of prominent colleges

which would then attract students not only from the state but outside the state as well. He also stated that Kohima College had produced many toppers including 2 toppers in Tenyidie department and one in history department. Stating that tomorrow belong to students, the principal asked them to study hard and excel. “You have potential. If other can do it why cannot you,” he said. Referring to continuous process of learning, he said degree is not enough and asked the students to turn information into knowledge and knowledge to wisdom. Stating that opportunity will not be lost, he told the students that once a person missed the opportunity it will be grabbed by others as post will never go away. He also highlighted

Section of students at the prize distribution prog of Kohima College on November 4. (Morung Photo)

four steps to achievement sistently. viz- plan purposefully, preRajesh, pastor, Bread of pare prayerfully, proceed Life Church prayed for outpositively and pursue per- going students. Ruvuotu-

BSNL assures speedy restoration of phone lines

Nillo Rengma. Meanwhile, NPCC G e ne r a l Se c r et a r y (Admn) Medokul Sophie in another press release has informed that ahul Gandhi, MP & General Secretary, AICC will be visiting the State on November 8 and have meeting at 11:00 AM in DDSC, Dimapur. All MLAs, PCC Members, Frontals, various PCC Committee Members, Senior Party Leaders, DCC office bearers and ACCC office bearers are requested to attend the said Public meeting.

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): Following cable theft on October 30 night at Classic Island Point in Kohima, telephone service of about 600 customers including the offices and residences of the Governor, Chief Minister, Chief Information Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner and the Superintendent of Police have been severely affected, BSNL Nagaland-SSA Dimapur informed. BNSL said that restoration work is in progress and has assured it will take minimum time possible. BSNL regrets the inconvenience and requests customers to bear with them.

Change of venue Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): The Rajya Sainik Board Deputy Director, Wing Commander Rajeev Dong has informed candidates that the Army Open Recruitment Rally will now be held at the IG Stadium Kohima from November 8 to 18. Rest of the other details will remain unchanged. For further details, contact Directorate of Sainik Welfare and Resettlement, Top Floor Old Secretariat Complex, Opposite Congress Bhavan Kohima, during office working hours.

A c k n ow l e d g e m e n t “The Lord gave and the Lord hath taken away; glory be to His name”. (Job 1:21)

Governor to inaugurate new CM’s residence In this image released to the media, the Holy Land tour team organised by Dimapur Ao Baptist Church (DABA) at Mount Sinai in St. Kathrine on the way to Jerusalem from Cairo. The team is currently touring the Middle East. The team left Dimapur on October 25, 2011 and will be back in home on November 8, 2011. The tour programme covers the Egypt, Israel, Palestine and Jordan.

Adhoc Town Council issues rejoinder to DMC

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Through this column, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our well-wishers, friends and relatives who have supported and stood by us emotionally, spiritually and financially right from the day our beloved mother Lt. Mrs. Penile Zeliang was diagnosed with an ailment till she breathed her last on 8th Oct 2011. We, in our earnest prayers, pray to Almighty God to bless each and everyone for all the support and comfort we received during our loss and bereavement. Loving children and family members.

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onuo Ruth and Jesse Shijoh Stephen Kikon read out spoke on behalf of outgoing general secretary report students and remaining while Luto Shohe proposed students respectively. vote of thanks.

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NPCC officials meeting today Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): A meeting of NPCC officials will be held on November 5 (Saturday) in connection with the visit of Rahul Gandhi, MP and General Secretary AICC to Dimapur on November 8. All PCC Members, office bearers, frontal chiefs and members of various cells are requested to reach DCC Dimapur office located at Congress Bhavan opp East Police station Dimapur by 9:00 am. This was informed in a press release issued by NPCC Vice President,

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): In reference to the allegations made by the NPCC Media Cell on exorbitant of essential commodities published o November 2 and the subsequent response from the DMC, the Adhoc Town Council, Purana Bazar, East Dimapur has clarified on the rate of bricks and sand. The Adhoc Town Council in a rejoinder issued its chairman Vihoshe Awomi stated that ‘all brick kilns are situated under the jurisdiction of this civic body and hence it was shocking to see the DMC interfering with our affairs.’ To make the matter clear, the Council cited the order by the district administration dated 13th of July 2011, vide No DEV/11/RATE/2009 where the rate of 1st class brick has been fixed at Rs.5 per piece. A copy of the same was forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer, DMC. Since the matter falls under the preview of the Adhoc Town Council, it is requested that interference will not be tolerated and the Council request all concerned to consult the Adhoc Town Council in case of any matters which falls under their jurisdiction. The Adhoc Town Council has also informed all concerned that they are doing the best to streamline the rates of essential commodities within their jurisdiction and will continue to do so for the general interest of the common people.

LRD Deputy Director visits Longleng

Pangjung , Deputy Director LRD posing lens with the people of Longleng during his visit to Longleng.

Kohima, November 4 (mexN): Land Resources Department (LRD) Deputy Director Panjung conducted a three day tour program to Longleng from October 27 to 29. Stating that his visit to the district was not the first time because he was looking after Longleng when he then DPO for IWDP, Pangjung recalled his past experience with the people of Longleng and observed that there atleast a slight

economic change because of their hard working the farmer are harvesting the fruits which were given during his time. He also said that IWMP is more friendly to the farmer as compare to that of IWDP because under this project every inched of the land under the project will be implemented, adding that the villagers will be the really beneficiaries. During his visit, he interacted with the villagers.

Kohima, November 4 (Dipr): The Governor of Nagaland, Nikhil Kumar will inaugurate the newly constructed official residence of the Chief Minister, Nagaland at the old site at Old Ministers’ Hill Kohima on November 11 at 11 A.M

CRPF distribute books to schools

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): As a part of civic action programme 78 BN CRPF, organized a programme on distribution of books to schools at CRPF camp, Zubza, Kohima on November 4. Erick Gilbert Jose, Second-in-command, 78 BN CRPF,Kohimapresidedover the function. Avelu Ruho, SDO (civil) Zubza graced the function as the chief guest, which was also attended by various prominent people like fathers from Don Bosco, media personnel, village GB, president, students union, officials of CRPF, local organizations etc. Welcoming the dignitaries, N. Ranbir Singh, Dy. Comdt stated that this programme is organised as part of series of civic action programme with the aim to reach out to the local people and contribute to the social development in the area of deployment. While speaking during the function Erick Gilbert Jose, second-in-

command-78 BN CRPF, stated that civic action programme sponsored by the central govt. Through central police forces like CRPF, through this programme we have already conducted various programmes like training on mushroom production, women tailoring to villagers, first-aid course to school teachers etc. This unit also proposed to construct water tank for the use of villagers. Through such programmes CRPF intends to contribute to the social development in the area. The chief guest distributed books to Govt. Primary school, Don Bosco School, Zubza and St. Mary’s Cathedral Hr. Sec. School, Lerie, Kohima. While speaking during the function she commended CRPF for the good works they have undertaken through civic action programme which shows human face of the force. She thanked 78 BN, CRPF for undertaking series of good works during this year.

NOTE OF GRATITUDE

Please come and spend a pleasant weekend’s evening with family & friends... good food, quality entertainment, fun and games. Through this column, our family convey our heartfelt gratitude to all those well wishers for their support towards Mr.Diethozo Thakro who participated in the 3rd Music Awards of Nagaland 2011 and because of your prayers and contributions he could achieve the titles for “Song of the Year” and “Best Gospel Song”. We deeply regret and apologize for our inability to mention each and everyone who helped him but it is our earnest prayer that our God Almighty blesses you all richly. Mr.Diethozo Thakro’s Family.

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Commandant 173 Bn. CRPF, Anupam Sharma giving away study materials to one of the students of Government Primary School, Lengrijan at Community Hall Lengrijan on Friday. As part of its civic action programme, the 173 Bn. CRPF distributed study materials to the students of the school and also gave positive statement of donating computer set to the school. (Morung photo)

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Public hearing on reorganization of boundaries Newmai News Network Imphal | November 4

The fifTh public hearing before the committee on Reorganization of Administrative and police boundaries was held at the conference hall of Manipur chief secretary DS poonia in the Old Secretariat here on friday. in the hearing, three organizations submitted their opinions while the Kuki MovementforhumanRights, imphal skipped from the hearing.Theprocessofdistrict re-organization in the State is urgently required to maintain integrity, unity and, as also of bringing development and peace, said KT Rahaman, president All Manipur clubs’ Organization (AMucO). he was talking to media persons after the hearing. he also said if delayed, disintegration and ethnic enmity may spark among different communities in the State. AMucO strongly opposes against creation of new district(s) without treating proper district re-organization process, he asserted. As a part of the re-organization, those communities illegally occupying or residing within reserved forest areas, proposed reserved forest areas and protected reserved forest areas should be evicted first and each district must include both hill and valley areas to facilitate an ideal administrative convenience instead of demarcating on ethnic lines, Rahaman said. former minister c Dongel said the Kukis are indig-

enous people of Manipur. he said Sadar hills remained under one administrative unit since 1901 just like ukhrul, Tamenglong, etc.The people of ukhrul and Senapati wish to merge Naga villages of Sadar hills to the respective districts. if so, the Kuki villages under the two districts should also be given to the Kukis.he however, said such thing cannot be happened because it may result to ethnic unrest and demanded that the demand for creation of Sadar hills district should be considered on the present status. Sadar hills district boundary under Autonomous District council (hill area) Act, 1971 as passed by the parliament should be kept undisturbed. further re-organization process can be done after upgradation of Sadar hills to a full-fledged district, Dongel said. in another representation presented by caretaker president of eastern Kuki chiefs’ Association (eKA) before the committee stated that the government disrict re-organization is most welcome from its side as people living in ukhrul district, particularly from Kamjong area face a lot of difficulties in going to ukhrul district headquarters. They have to stay at hotels at least for a night. "As movement of people residing in 56 villages of Kamjong area is more convenient to go to Moreh town. So, we want these villages to be under Moreh ADc administration," the association further said.

Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio receiving the award from Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee during the State of the States Awards ceremony organised and hosted by the India Today Group at New Delhi’s Hyatt Regency.

UNC allege brutalities by IRB, Manipur commandos imphal, November 4 (NNN): The united Naga council (uNc) alleged the iRb and Manipur police commandos committed brutalities at Noney in Tamenglong districts on the Nagas. it said a combined team of iRb and Manipur police commandos led by DSp Krishna Tombi Singh came in 40 vehicles and led loose a reign of terror at longmei bazar by firing in random without any provocation from the public. They also burnt down one Tata Sumo belonging to Mrs. Rebecca of longmei bazaar, and forcibly took away pA equipment, alleged the uNc. The uNc also alleged that those rogue commandos and iRb personnels also barged into a pan shop near Melody hotel and looted a sum of Rs. 5000. They also butted a woman of more than 60 years with their service rifle butt and as a consequent, she felt unconscious and was grievously injured. These plundering police person-

als also looted 15 bags of Naga chilly (umarok) which was stored unattended at the bazaar due to total bandh. More than 500 rounds of bullets were fired in random, the uNc alleged. The agitated public came out and confronted the unwarranted and wild action of the iRb and police commandos. They also fired many Tear gas shells that destroyed more than 10 houses, the uNc further alleged. "Those rouge police commandos personals used many abusive and uncivilized provocative and communal languages like “You Naga go to Nagaland, this is Manipur”. “You cannot live here”.” They even said they have come for war with the Nagas”. the Naga body said. "Not been able to tolerate, thousands of agitated public came out and confronted them with all their might in a democratic form and the confrontation continued from 11 am till 1.45 pm. final-

ly, the 10th Assam Rifles came and intervened and the situation was controlled to some extent. During this incident, an Alto car belonging to Mr. Daithoulung Kamei which was parked by the roadside was rammed down by the vehicle of iRb and commandos when they retreated from the scene. Those panic driven vehicles also hit and had damaged water tanker of the bRTf too," it added. The uNc strongly condemned the senseless brutality of the communal iRb and police personals in which more than 30 persons mostly women folk were seriously injured. These undisciplined and communal forces hAVe turn into a legalized gang of terror and looters. in protest against the state security excess at longmei bazar on November 4, in addition to the total bandh, it has been decided to enforce a public curfew from 6 am to 6 pm on November 5, the uNc stated.

flags off with much pomp

Trained Artist enacting social related acts making proper use of their skills.

tion and forgiveness. it may be mentioned here that the ccpRA is two years oldanditwasacollectiveeffort of the clark community and its supporters to reflect and respond to the need for peacebuilding in the North east india and the world at large. The evening was marked by spectacular performances of songs and drama by cTc students, O.f.f, choreogra-

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SHDDC warns Manipur Govt of further agitations

CCPRA promoting peace through art Shillong Autumn festival Kohima, November 4 (mexN): The clark centre for peace Research and Action (ccpRA) a ministry of the clark Theological college today organized an evening of music, drama and song under the theme ‘promoting Just peace through art’ at the chakhesang baptist church Kitsubouzou. Welcoming the audience, the principal, cTc informed that while the primary task of the college is to extend theological education in the region, it also has several important ministries one of which is the ccpRA. While imploring for prayer and monetary support, the principal stated that so far people have been very supportive of the various college ministries; he also said that the ccpRA especially has huge prayer support from people in various parts of the world. Akumsungla Aier while introducing the theme said that the ccpRA is an attempt to recapture and rediscover the Naga practice of storytelling. Stating that songs and dramas were a powerful medium for recapturing values, she added that the ccpRA is using ‘art’ as a creative route to reconcilia-

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phy by KbYf, power faith and Nagaland Singing Ambassadors. The event partners were Kohima baptist Youth fellowship and local churches in Dimapur. promotional partner for the programme was Yi while The Morung express was the media partner. The group will be performing again on November 6 at the Dimapur Ao baptist church at 5:30pm.

ShilloNg, November 4 (NNN): Meghalaya chief minister Mukul Sangma exuded confidence that Meghalaya will take a lead in promoting North east region as an important tourist destination of the country. Mukul Sangma made his statement during the inaugural session of the three-day Shillong Autumn festival that comes with a theme “experience the Northeast”. Meghalaya chief minister who flagged off the cultural parade from fire brigade ground said, "Meghalaya will become the “number one” tourist destination in the country and the state will do its best to achieve this. “We have the potentials in this sphere . Meghalaya urban affairs minister Ampareen

lyngdoh who was present at culminating point of the float procession exhorted all the North easterners to display their identity in diversity,” chairman of the MTDf, Robert G lyngdoh, said that this Autumn festival aims at promotion of tourism,The three-day gala event will culminate on Sunday at the Orchid lake resort in umiam, 20 km from here .

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DIMAPUR DISTRICT HEADQUARTER CHUMUKEDIMA, CAMP: DIMAPUR: NAGALAND

NOTICE

Dated, Dimapur the 04-Nov-2011

No: Rev-1/90-D/2458-59/ Notice is hereby given to Shri/Smti Tzuongchang resident of Dimapur who has apply for issue of mortgage clearance concerning to Patta No____Dag No 1042, measuring an area of 0B-0K-18LS, located at Block No 9, which has been mortgaged in the NIDC. Claims & objection if any on the aforesaid land may be submitted in written in the Court of the undersigned on or before 11/11/11. Sd/- Deputy Commissioner Dimapur: Nagaland

IN THE COURT OF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

DIMAPUR DISTRICT HEADQUARTER CHUMUKEDIMA, CAMP: DIMAPUR: NAGALAND

NOTICE

Dated, Dimapur the 04-Nov-2011

LOST NOTICE

I Smti. Lupolu Soho applying for a duplicate copy of Class-8 Pass Certificate as I have lost it. Name: Lupolu Soho F/Name: Kuzhochiyi Soho M/Name: Nudupalu Soho Redg. No: H100021 Year of Passing: Dec. 2010 DoB: 14/12/1995 ID Mark: A mole on the ear

No. M- 1408/11/2466-67. Notice is hereby given to Shri/Smti Jesmina Zeliang resident of Hussain Building Circular Road Town/ Village in the District of Dimapur, Nagaland under Rule 50 & 51 of Assam Land Revenue Regulation 1886 have applied for Mutation of Land described in the schedule below:The undersigned under Rule 52 of the said Rules do hereby invites claims/ objections concerning to the said lane, if any & should be submitted to this Court in writing on or before 4.12.11. SCHEDULED OF LAND AND BOUNDARY Name of Patta Holder: Shri. Kevichutuo Village Block No: 4 Patta No. 714 Dag No. 915 Area: 00, 03,16.LS Sd/- Deputy Commissioner Dimapur: Nagaland

imphal, November 4 (NNN): Sadar hills District Demand committee (ShDDc) on friday has tactically warned that if the state Government of Manipur fails to fulfill its long-delayed demand for formation of Sadar hills district, it will decide to take up further agitation saying that the economic blockade, earlier imposed by the committee had not been called off yet but it had been 'temporarily withdrawn' following the assurance given by the State Government. The ShDDc is seriously eying and awaiting the government’s next decision as the committee on Re-organization of Administrative and police District boundaries will be submitting its report to the government on November 25, said Tongen Kipgen, general secretary ShDDc friday. "The committee will review its stand in case the government failed to implement its demand in time because the economic blockade imposed by ShDDc was suspended and it has not yet been called off", Kipgen warned. Sadar hills Autonomous District council organized a felicitation programme on the Mou signed between the State government and ShDDc on Thursday at Autonomous District council hall, Kangpokpi, Kipgen told Newmai News Network today. The signing of Mou has

paved way for the suspension of 92-day-old indefinite economic blockade enforced by ShDDc demanding the creation of Sadar hills district on the eve of Kut festival on November 1, wherein the government assured the agitating committee to grant its demand after the committee on Re-organization of Administrative and police District boundariessubmitsitsreport. ShDDc had said it 'generously' agreed to suspend the economic blockade considering the numerous appeals, particularly from titular king of Manipur leishemba Sanajaoba and the union home Minister p chidambaram. "The people of Sadar hills have full confidence in the Mou struck between the government and ShDDc and we are anxiously waiting for what the government has pledged to ShDDc with regard to up-gradation of Sadar hills to a full-fledged district", Kipgen added. in the Thursday programme, a series of activities of ShDDc and the Mou were reviewed and a resolution was also taken wherein the public of Sadar hills vowed to support ShDDc in every step it takes in the future. Sadar hills Autonomous District council chairman, Seipu, Kangpokpi block congress president Thangkam Misao, ShDDc president Ngamkhohao and other public leaders spoke at the programme.

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Goverment to unveil National Telecom Policy in January, 2012

said the media is confusing between Trai’s recommendations and the Telecom Policy. “People must understand the difference between policy and Trai’s recommendation. The Trai recommendations deal with the nitty-gritty of mergers and acquisition and all the other specific issues which never go in to policy,” Sibal said. The draft of the National Telecom Policy, 2011, was announced by Sibal in early October with a major thrust on transparency, an improved investment climate and promotion of consumer interest. Under the draft plan, the Telecom Ministry is also looking to facilitate nation-wide free roaming, frame an exit policy for operators to surrender licences, give a push to indigenous manufacturing and promote an eco-system for development of a self-dependent telecom industry.

neW DelhI, noveMber 4 (PTI): The much-awaited National Telecom Policy-2011, will be unveiled in January next year, Telecom Minister Kapil Sibal said today. The policy was earlier expected to be unveiled by December this year, but delays in receiving recommendations have pushed the date to next year. “The (draft) policy I have already announced as I had committed. Industry wants some more time to respond, we will give them time. All what will happen is finalisation of the policy will happen in January instead of December,” Sibal said here at an event. He added that Trai’s recommendations on the National Telecom Policy have just come in and the Department of Telecom is looking into the same. “The Trai recommendations have just come, we will consider them, call Telecom Commission (meet)... move to Cabinet,” Sibal said. Sibal

‘Petrol price hike to have some impact on inflation’

neW DelhI, noveMber 4 (PTI): Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said the recent hike in petrol prices will have some impact on inflation, which is currently hovering close to the double-digit mark. “Of course it will have some adverse impact on inflation. But the oil prices are going up and petrol is a decontrolled item,” he told reporters in New Delhi. Oil companies on Thursday raised petrol prices by Rs. 1.80 per litre, citing the impact of rupee depreciation on the cost of crude oil imports. Following the increase, petrol in Delhi will cost Rs. 68.64 a litre. On why the government’s allies were not kept in the loop about the price hike, Mr. Mukherjee said, “Nobody in the government knows... because petrol prices are increased by the petroleum companies, not by the government. Diesel, kerosene and gas are controlled items.” UPA partner Trinamool Congress has expressed unhappiness over the petrol price hike. While the CPI(M) has demanded the immediate rollback of the petrol price hike, the main Opposition party, the BJP, has termed it as “midnight deceit”. The petrol price hike comes at a time when inflation is touching double digits and the move could have a cascading effect Models pose near the newly launched Lamborghini Aventador LP-700-4 car in New Delhi on November on prices. Inflation in September stood at 9.72 per cent, 3. The sports car has a 6.5 liter 12 cylinder 700 horsepower engine which helps the car achieve 0 to 100 much above the Reserve Bank’s comfort level of 5-6 per kilometers per hour (0 to 62 miles per hour) in 2.9 seconds, according to a company release. The car is cent. Petrol prices were freed from government control in June last year. priced at Rs 36,900,000 (uS $768,750). (AP Photo)

LOCAL NEWS

Mon rallies for total sanitation campaign Mon, noveMber 4 (DIPr): A rally on total sanitation campaign was held at local ground, Mon with the slogan ‘sanitize for a clean and healthy environment’ organised by PHED, Mon on November 4. J EE, PHED, Mon, Mayangsashi Amer chaired the programme. President Konyak Union, Khoiwang was the chief guest of the programme. He lauded the PHED department for organising such an important campaign in Mon district for the first time. The also encouraged the students participating in the rally to be hygienic in their everyday activities and also to encourage their parents to keep their home and surroundings clean. Highlighting about the importance of sanitation in day today life he said that it is individual’s responsibility to keep one’s house, surrounding and town clean. He urged the department to put up hoardings at public places to spread awareness on the sanitation campaign. Concluding his speech he said starting from today total sanitation should be the main priority and everyone should co-operate and support the on going campaign. Chaplain. Students of different schools, Department officials, NGO leaders and well wishers participated in the rally.

ATMA farmer’s programme held at Pfutsero

Dogs being vaccinated against rabies during the farmer’s programme under ATMA held at Pfutsero Town.

DIMaPur, noveMber 4 (Mexn): A two day farmer’s programme under Agriculture Technology Management Agency (ATMA) was held at Pfutsero Town on Oc-

tober 31 and November 1. Free vaccination of dog cum demonstration on grooming and de-worming was conducted where more than hundred dogs were vaccinated against

rabies and medicine for deworming were also distributed on the first day. On November 1, training cum capacity building for farmers under Pfutsero block was held where topics like Package of practices of some winter cereal crops, Cultivation practices of common vegetable crops and Formation of CIG/ FIG/FO were covered along with demonstration on preparation of field, nursery bed and sowing of various crops; shelling of maize by improvised devices and poultry vaccination. Resource persons were Sanuzo, SDAO, C. Nakro SMS and Vechulo-u, Ex-Director CWWS with Vethilu as chairperson.

Farmers training held at Monyakshu

DIMaPur, noveMber 4 (DIPr): One day farmers training was conducted at Monyakshu village organized by KVK, Aboi and sponsored by ATMA, Mon on November 3, 2011. Dr. Manoj Sachan SMS (Plant Breeding) KVK, Aboi & Convener ATMA, Tobu Block was the resource person. The resource person Dr. Manoj Sachan while speaking on the topic “Improved Agriculture Practices” also spoke about the fast changing world and the amazing development in the field of agriculture by the scientist and highlighted success story in India. He urged upon the farmers to do away with traditional method of farming and adopt scientific method. He also spoke about high

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yielding crops with quality protein, seeds treatment, and time of sowing and harvesting of various crops, use of lime and manure, etc and emphasized on the use of organic farming. He also spoke about the activities of the KVK and ATMA and said that their duty is to evaluate and transferred the latest technology to the farmers. The programme was attended by 45 farmers including teachers, KNSK, GBs, VGs, VCMs, Village council Chairman and other village functionaries. This is the first agriculture training conducted in this remote village. Dhaicha the green manual crops and mustard seeds were also distributed to the farmers.

BSNL likely to lose 1,600 top managers to telecom dept

KolKaTa, noveMber 4 (PTI): Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd (BSNL) could soon lose a sizeable chunk of its top managers at the circlehead level as a majority of its 44-odd chief general managers (CGMs) are likely to return to the Telecom Department (DoT). The circle heads are ‘Group A’ ITS officers who have been in BSNL for more than a decade on deemed deputation from the DoT. There are nearly 1,600 Indian Telecom Service (ITS) officers on deemed deputation in BSNL, in the rank of DGM, GM and CGM, who have been asked to take a call by

November 4 on whether they wish to return to DoT or be absorbed in BSNL. Barring a few, a majority of the CGMs are likely to dismiss the BSNL absorption call and opt for repatriation to DoT, a senior executive with direct knowledge of the matter told ET. Fearing a potential emergency, the BSNL board is working overtime to have a back-up senior management team to ensure zero disruption. The repatriation exercise, however, will not impact BSNL’s top deck as four directors and CMD have already been absorbed in the governmentowned

telco. Be that as it may, all leave applications of senior BSNL officers in the rank of DGM and above, beyond November 7, have been cancelled to manage the transition effectively. An official BSNL memo dated November 2, a copy of which is with ET, does not give reasons for such blanket cancellation of leaves. But two executives familiar with the matter said any fresh leave applications at this stage would entail further updates in the officers’ service book records. In the run-up to the potential repatriation of ITS officers to DoT from

Daimler to enter Indian truck market to challenge Tata Motors & Ashok Leyland

MuMbaI, noveMber 4 (agencIes): German automaker Daimler has lined up dozens of trucks that it will launch in India starting next year to challenge the dominance of Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland in the country’s lucrative truck market. The world’s biggest truck maker, which plans to launch its heavy vehicles under the Bharat Benz brand in India, will showcase its entire range at the Auto Expo in Delhi in January. It plans to have a complete range of trucks from 6 tonnes to 49 tonnes for India and will roll out the first prod-

uct by June-August 2012. “Starting from the middle of next year, the company is likely to launch literally one new product or a variant every month until the end of 2013,” a company official said, requesting anonymity. To be made locally at its Chennai unit, the company plans to price the vehicles competitively with a premium of just 5-10% over Tata Motors, the official added. A spokesperson of Daimler India’s commercial vehicles unit declined to comment on the pricing, only saying: “Our trucks will target the volume

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segment and deliver good value for money.” Analysts said Daimler’s multiple launches and aggressive pricing could pose a stiff challenge to industry leaders Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland. “The pricing strategy and the fact that they have renamed their trucks Bharat Benz show that they are serious about India. But this would call for excellent execution capability, and if they can deliver, they can pose a threat to Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland by 2014,” said Mahantesh Sabarad, an auto analyst with Fortune Broking.

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November 8, BSNL is under strict instructions from the DoT to keep all service books fully updated. BSNL leadership may reduce the total number of circle heads by clubbing key circles as part of a contingency plan. For instance, Tamil Nadu and Chennai circles may be clubbed and managed by one CGM. At present, Chennai and Tamil Nadu have distinct circle heads. The same concept may hold for Bihar/Jharkhand, Uttarakhand/UP-West, Madhya Pradesh/Chhattisgarh, West Bengal & Andaman Nicobar Islands and Northeast I & II circles.

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CHEVROLET CARS PRICE FOR OCT ‘2011 CAR MODeLS

STARTINg PRICe

SPARK

3,26,608/-

BEAT (PETROL)

3,60,507/-

BEAT (DIESEL)

4,30,953/-

U-VA

4,25,220/-

AVEO

5,93,629/-

TAVERA

6,66,026/-

OPTRA MAGNUM (PETROL)

7,51,420/-

OPTRA MAGNUM (DIESEL)

8,61,351/-

CRUZE

12,03,111/-

CAPTIVA

18,16,921/-

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CuRReNCY exChANge CURRENCY NOTES

BUY(Rs)

SELL(Rs)

US Dollars

49.13

49.15

Sterling Pound Hong Kong Dollar Australian Dollar Singapore Dollar Canadian Dollar U.A.E. Dirhams

78.68 6.31 50.76 38.50 48.48 13.38

78.71 6.33 50.88 38.59 48.59 13.39

Euro

67.66

67.83

Public SPace

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Price rise debate: DCCI puts in clarification At the outset, the Dimapur Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) would like to state that we have no political colour whatsoever. However, the recent press release issued by the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) and the subsequent clarification from the Advisor, (i/c Rate Control) DMC in the local dailies over the past few days,

is an eye opener and a wake-up call for all concerned. Constructive criticism is always welcome and as such, the DCCI would like to add a few points for a clearer picture to emerge. Firstly, the DCCI is the apex body of various business organizations under its jurisdiction (Dimapur). The aims, objectives and functions of the DCCI is vested in uplifting the cause and welfare of the business community in particular and in the interest of the consumers at large, and also to encourage local entre-

preneurs to explore the vast avenues in the private sector. The DCCI would like to clarify to the Advisor in charge (Rate Control), DMC that we have no authority whatsoever in fixation of rates. As an Advisor in charge of Rate Control, he is expected to understand that fixation of rates of various commodities is the prerogative of the DMC, District Administration and the State Government. His statement that the trade unions have to clarify to the public regarding price rise is totally irrelevant and devoid of any

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rationality. If such is the case, then for what purpose is he heading the Market Rate Control Branch of the DMC as Advisor in charge? One should not forget one’s own responsibility and put the blame on others. There is no rate chart whatsoever of the DCCI or any trade union displayed in any market place or shop other than that of the DMC which he himself has admitted and is there for the public to see. As the apex body of the business community in Dimapur, we are well aware of

our responsibilities and as such, we anticipate that in future, the blame should not be shifted upon the business community. However, the case of individual businessmen or defaulters resorting to unwarranted price hike cannot be ruled out. Such unscrupulous traders in no way represent the interests of the entire business community. As such, the DCCI strongly appeals to the consumers to have a sense of responsible consumerism and immediately report such matters to the authorities concerned and to

the Grievances Cell of the DCCI (which has been set up for such purpose) without any hesitation so that appropriate action may be taken upon the defaulting businessmen / traders. For the ready reference of all concerned, the DCCI is enclosing the rates of various commodities of various cities and towns for the consumption of the public. The rest is left to the judgement of the readers. ( HOKIVI CHISHI ) President, DCCI

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Rice (per kg)

Atta (loose) (per kg)

Sugar (per kg)

Musoor Dal (per kg)

Mung Dal (per kg)

Tea Leaf (Normal) (per kg)

M. Oil (per litre)

Refined Oil (Loose) (per litre)

Onion (per kg)

Potato (per kg)

Garlic (per kg)

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Guwahati

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17.00

31.00

40.00

57.00

170.00

68.00

70.00

17.00

09.00

65.00

85.00

46.00

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18.00

35.00

43.00

60.00

175.00

75.00

24.00

12.00

105.00

110.00

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06.30

Tinsukia

21.00

19.00

35.00

45.00

66.00

180.00

86.00

75.00

26.00

12.00

110.00

47.00

06.40

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18.00

15. .00

32.00

47.00

62.00

140.00

73.00

79.00

20.00

10.00

100.00

70.00

43.00

06.30

7000.00 for 400 cft

Delhi

20.00

18.00

28.00

60.00

72.00

190.00

82.00

78.00

12.00

07.00

110.00

120.00

42.00

04.30

2000.00 for 100 cft

Rate as per NPCC release dated 2/11/11

25.00

20.00

40.00

65.00

80.00

210.00

95.00

100.00

32.00

15.00

120.00

48.00

07.00 to 08.00

14,000 to 17,000 per truck

Dimapur Retail rate as on 3/11/11

15.00 (lowest quality) 18.00 (Average quality)

34.00

40.00 (Lowest quality) 50.00 (medium quality) 60.00 (best quality)

55.00 (medium quality) 65.00 (best quality)

180.00

75.00 and 85.00

80.00 and 90.00

24.00

13.00 and 15.00

100.00

120.00

48.00

06.50 (DMC notified rate is 04.70 per brick

12,000 for 400 cft

16.00

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Pedaling against all odds Sievituo had no choice but to use his DSLR camera’s flash gun at every turning so that if any vehicle coming from the opposite side would know that someone is there. About an hour later, the support team –NAC reached the spot and asked them if they could help in anyway for which they agreed. The NAC team made small bonfires after every kilometer so that the duo can stop and warm themselves since it was drizzling. A message to the youth The duo has challenged the youth of Nagaland to follow their dream and fulfill it than to regret all throughout one’s life. “…you don’t have to wait for the government to step up for you.”

Tension, violence as UNC enforce bandh across Naga areas

It is also reported that the vehicles, all Tata Sumo vehicles, were loaded with betel. A public meeting was held at Noney minutes after the incident which the agitators termed as a direct assault at the Naga people. They said the police resorted to lathi charge and fired more than a thousand rounds of tear gas shells, including live rounds and added that around 30 empty cases of sophisticated weapons were found, according to sources. They also alleged five houses nearby were damaged in the fir-

ing besides four stationery vehicles were also hit by bullets. The agitation, which was started from last midnight, was launched by ANSAM and UNC barely four days after a MoU was signed between the State government and Sadar Hills Disricthood Demand Committee (SHDDC) which suspended its 92-day- long economic blockade stir on October 31. The furor over the agreement is largely because of the apprehension that the government is likely to concede the demand for Sadar Hills district formation. The Naga

organisations are stoutly opposing the move, saying Naga areas in Sadar Hills should not be carved out to create Sadar Hills district. Meanwhile the United Naga Council (UNC) alleged the IRB and Manipur police commandos committed brutalities at Noney in Tamenglong districts on the Nagas. It said a combined team of IRB and Manipur police commandos led by DSP Krishna Tombi Singh came in 40 vehicles and led loose a reign of terror at Longmei bazar by firing in random without any provocation from the public.

LocaL News

DEO urges heads of GHS & GHSS Dimapur, November 4, (mexN): The District Education Officer in a press note stated that a co-ordination meeting was convened with all the heads of the GHS & GHSS Dimapur on October 29,2011 at the DEO’s Office Chamber. The DEO dwelt on the last HSLC & HSSLC results and requested all the heads of the schools to put their best effort and continue to provide coaching classes to the selected students so as to produce better results. It was also stated that in the discussion of the meeting, the Heads of the school resented for continual engagement of teachers’ in Seen here are the a rtistes performing at "We Care III" organised by the Ao Students' census and electoral duties. Conference at Imkongmeren Sports Complex on Friday, November 4. The Event was They sated that it hampered the academic career of the organised in aid of Ao Milen, the first vernacular newspaper in the North-East.

Conduct of socio-economic & caste census postponed

Kohima, November 4 (mexN): The conduct of socio-economic and caste census (SECC) 2011 in the state has been postponed till further orders. A release received here regretted for the inconvenience caused due to unavoidable circumstances. The actual schedule date for conduct of socio-economic & caste census proposed to be conducted from January 15 to February 2012 shall, however, be notified in due course of time in consultation and approval of Ministry of Rural Development, the release added.

Tokhu Festival on Nov 7

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): The Lotha Community Purana Bazar area is celebrating Tokhu Festival on November 7 at Kachari Community Sports Complex, Kushiabill with Thomas Ngullie, ex-minister as the chief guest. The Purana Bazar Lotha Union chairman KK Lotha in a press release informed that the highlights of the programme will be cultural show and modern Lotha song competition followed by Tokhu feast. The second session will be an entertainment by the Image Dimapur. All the community members are requested to come with traditional attires and be in the venue by 8:30 am.

Longleng DPDB meet on Nov 8

Kohima, November 4 (mexN): The Longleng deputy commissioner informed all DPDB members of Longleng districtthatthemonthlyDPDBmeetingforthemonthofNovember will be held on November 8. The time and venue remain the same. All the members have been requested to be present as some important issues are going to be discussed. Absentees will be viewed seriously, a release received here said today.

NCSU general meeting on Nov 14

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): All the members of Nagaland Contractors & Suppliers’ Union Nagaland are informed that there will be a general meeting on November 14 at 11:00 am in the conference hall. All concerned members are requested to attend the meeting without fail. District unit office bearers, executive members and advisors are also directed to compulsorily attend the meeting failing which the head office will take disciplinary action against the erring district unit. This was informed in a notification issued by NCSU Secretary Imsünok Jamir.

students more particularly when the end term exams and coaching classes were in full swing. It was further mentioned din the note that the meeting was jointly organized with RMS, Dimapur District and Thungchio Shitire, District Coordinator and JEO emphasized on the RMSA programme for all children of the Secondary Education in the age group of 14-16. DEO also informed all the heads of the school to start preparing the school annual works plan and perspective plan as per the guide line given by the technical support group (TSG) New Delhi on the basis of the need based and prioritize the school requirements for onward submission.

Bishop of Nagaland visits St. Joseph Chumukedima

Dimapur, November 4 (mexN): Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, the Bishop of Nagaland made his maiden visit to St. Joseph School, Chumukedima on November 4, 2011. A press note issued by Rev. Fr. Loyola Antony, St. Joseph School Chumukedima stated that a colourful function organized by the staff and students of the School, the Bishop was accorded a warm welcome to the School as he is the head of this institution. Speaking at the occasion, the Bishop advised the students to study hard and extended his best wishes to the class 10 students. Quoting from the Book of Sirach, the Bishop also said, “A nation that has no vision will perish. Likewise, a person without an aim in life also will never prosper.” He further thanked the Management and the faculty for their hard work in shaping the school to be one of the best in the whole state of Nagaland. Expressing the sentiments of the parents, the public of Chumukedima as well as the members of the School Management

The Aghunato Village Union Dimapur is organizing the 9th Annual GetTogether on November 10 at Noune Resort. Deputy Commissioner Dimapur N. Hushili Sema will grace the function as special guest and deliver greeting message. All the members of the Union, Students and Aghunato Villager residing in Dimapur and adjoining area are requested to attend this programmed positively. The members are requested to reach Hollohon BOC at Purana Bazar on November 10 at 7:00 Am. Hutoi Yeptho, President AVUD Mulato Katty, Secretary AVUD

SRPUD Ahuna 2011

UnionDimapurwillcelebrate Ahuna 2011 on November 14 at the Residence of Phushika Aomi Former President NSF Thilixu Block IV at 10:00 Am. Kaito G Aye Hon'ble Minister Road & Bridge Govt of Nagaland will be the chief guest. Kaiho Zhimomi Ex-President SRPUD will speak on the topic of Ahuna celebration. The SRPUD will have a social work on November 12, Saturday at the Host Residence. All the people of Satoi Range are requested to attend Ahuna 2011 and also the social work. Phukato President SRPUD Khevishe Gen:Secretary SRPUD

Free health Camp at Kuhuboto

Sand (Thick Texture) 900.00 per cubic metre

Mela-cum-RCH (Sterilization) Camp on the 8th & 9th Nov 2011 at Kuhuboto PHC where all Multi-disciplinary Specialties services such as Pediatrician, Gynecologist, ENT, Dentist Medical Specialist, Clinical Oncologist (Cancer Specialist) etc will be available with free medicine and free investigation including ultra –sound. Family Planning such as Tubectomy & Vasectomy will be done. All patients availing the permanent method of sterilization will be compensated on the spot. The Health Mela will start from 9:00 AM till 3:00 PM . Rev. Phughoto Aye, Pastor Sumi Baptist Church Dimapur has consented to be the Chief Guest. Dr. Sukhato A. Sema Chief Medical Officer Dimapur:Nagaland

The Dimapur District The Satoi Range Public will be conducting Health

GENERAL RESERVE ENGINEERING FORCE Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (BORDER ROADS DEVELOPMENT BOARD) AMENDMENT NO.01 (TENDER NO.12)

Name of Works: - FOR “SUPPLY AND STACKING OF SAND AND FIREWOOD FOR RESURFACING WORK BETWEEN KM 56.000 TO KM 161.000 ON TUENSANG-MON ROAD UNDER 100 RCC/15 BRTF SECTOR PROJECT SEWAK IN THE STATE OF NAGALAND (RE-TENDERING)”. 1. Reference this HQ Tender No. 8158/NIT/2011-12/225/E8 dated 12 Oct 2011 for NIT No.8158/NIT/2011-12/12/E8 dated 10 Sep 2011. 2. Following amendment may please be carried out in the tender documents issued vide HQ letter under reference:S/ No Reference Date of receipt & opening of tender docs Para 1 of tender at srl page (a) : For No. 03 (line three) Read Para 1 of tender at srl page (b) : For No. 11 (line five) Read

Particulars

1200 Hrs on 29 Oct 2011 1200 Hrs on 21 Nov 2011 1200 Hrs on 29 Oct 2011 1200 Hrs on 21 Nov 2011

3. All other terms and conditions of the tender will remain unchanged. 4. This amendment shall form part of the tender documents. EE (Civ) SG SW For Accepting Officer

GENERAL RESERVE ENGINEERING FORCE Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (BORDER ROADS DEVELOPMENT BOARD) AMENDMENT NO.01 (TENDER NO.11)

Board, Razouvotuo, Adviser to the Chumukedima Town Council cum Member of School Management Board, said, “Dear Bishop your very presence itself is an assurance to the public of Chumukedima that you are still concerned with the growth of the people of Chumukedima.” He further extended his full cooperation in the future and said, “I on behalf of the public of Chumukedima would like to assure you that we will extend our full cooperation and support in future in order to make St. Joseph School, Chumukedima the most premier school in and

around Chumukedima.” The note stated that earlier, Rev. Fr. Sabu Chenackal, Principal, welcomed the Bishop, the members of the School Management Board and the parents as well to the function. The programme was given added colour by the various items presented by the students. It may be mentioned that Most Rev. Dr. James Thoppil was ordained as the third Bishop of Nagaland on September 8, 2011 and thus has shouldered the great responsibility of leading the Catholic Church in Nagaland.

Name of Works: - for “SUPPLY AND STACKING OF STONE CHIPS 13.20 MM, STONE CHIPS 11.20 MM, SAND AND FIREWOOD FOR RESURFACING WORKS BETWEEN KM 21.800 TO KM 124.990, KM 139.830 TO KM 150.240 ON MAIN ALINGNMENT AND BETWEEN KM 136.890 TO KM 141.000 ON WESTERN ALINGNMENT ON ZUNHEBOTO-MOKOKCHUNG ROAD UNDER 100 RCC/15 BRTF SECTOR PROJECT SEWAK IN THE STATE OF NAGALAND (RETENDERING)”. 1. Reference this HQ Tender No. 8158/NIT/2011-12/227/E8 dated 12 Oct 2011 for NIT No.8158/NIT/2011-12/11/E8 dated 10 Sep 2011. 2. Following amendment may please be carried out in the tender documents issued vide HQ letter under reference:S/ No Reference Date of receipt & opening of tender docs Para 1 of tender at srl page (a) : For No. 03 (line three) Read Para 1 of tender at srl page (b) : For No. 11 (line five) Read

Particulars 1200 Hrs on 29 Oct 2011 1200 Hrs on 22 Nov 2011 1200 Hrs on 29 Oct 2011 1200 Hrs on 22 Nov 2011

3. All other terms and conditions of the tender will remain unchanged. 4. This amendment shall form part of the tender documents. EE (Civ) SG SW For Accepting Officer

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People, life, etc... Saturday | November 5, 2011

'Saving animals is my priority'

agas are very fond having animals, birds and reptiles as pets at home, especially dogs and cats. We love to nurture them and have them as companions. So, how do we react when our pets meet with an accident, gets sick or falls ill? The usual way of using herbals and ayurvedic treatment available at home is not the solution. Animals need special care and a different set of treatment. A small wrong move or treatment can be fatal for animals because they are more sensitive than human beings. Well, the concept of reaching out for a veterinarian is to provide the basic needs to our pets, for they deserve to be treated on equal terms. Here is an exclusive interview with Dr. T. R Wati, one of the pioneers in Nagaland who owns “Animal Health Center”. Animal Health Center is one of the animal clinics in Nagaland with proper facilities. I met him first a few days ago at his clinic, when I took our puppy to be treated. His devotion, the way he treats animals, and the way he talk to his clients with such a degree of humbleness impressed me.

Andres: So, what types of animals and birds do you treat here? Dr. Wati: Actually, I’m ready to treat all kinds of animals and birds. But, I’ve been mostly dealing with swine cases and pets because these are the common cases in Nagaland as of now. Andres: What does your work entail? Dr. Wati: Usually I’m here in the clinic by 8:30 in the morning. I work here till 5 in the evening. But, there is no fixed work timing for me. Whenever I get a call that’s my work timing, I am ready for anything.

Andres: Wow, that must be lot of work, isn’t it? Dr. Wati: Yes, it is. But I enjoy what I do, so I have no complaints. Also, my wife, she helps Andres: I’m very impressed with the way me run the pet shop and pet chemist store. your clinic is set up. How long have you been Andres: Good. Well, what do you dislike in practice? Dr. Wati: I started this in 2004, so it’s about most as a veterinarian? Dr. Wati: I don’t have anything such as seven years. disliking. But, there are times I get clients, Andres: Is this a pet shop or an animal clin- where they want only one solution for their ic? Many people seem have a misconception. dying animals…like, a magic. And one solution is not the solution. They need proper Would you like to clear the air? Dr. Wati: This is a combination of both ani- care and sometimes even long treatment. mal clinic and pet shop. But, I initially started this as a clinic for all kinds of animals and Andres: I am most certain that you come birds. Besides, I have to meet public demand across such situations many times. What do you like about what you do? and my intention is to satisfy all my clients. Dr. Wati: I’m enjoying every singly bit of Andres: How did you get started as veteri- my work. I’m slowly become more efficient and adding various facilities in the clinic. My narian? Dr. Wati: Actually, to be an animal doctor main priority is to save animals and educate was never my dream. But this was the seat al- farmers…, that is what I enjoy most. lowed to me after sitting for an exam. But I Andres: What services do you offer here? have no regrets at the moment. Does it include boarding, grooming, x-ray, Andres: Can you describe what you do in ultrasound testing or any other facilities?

Overcoming High Blood Pressure Lauren

High blood pressure or hypertensionhas become a common disease for many people today, especially for those living in urban areas. High blood pressure or hypertension is one factor causing strokes, heart attacks, and kidney failure. And the worst excesses of this disease is death. Therefore, if you can, this disease should be prevented. If you have high blood pressure, you can control the disease. How to prevent and control high blood pressure or hypertension? Why Blood Pressure Rises? What causes blood pressure to rise? As an illustration, if you’re watering the garden with a hose. If you press the tip of the hose, the water that comes out will be faster. That’s because water pressure increases when the hose is pressed. In addition, if you zoom in tap water, the flow of water through the hose will be faster because of increased water discharge. The same thing happens with your blood. If your blood vessels constrict, the blood pressure in the blood vessels will increase. In addition, if the amount of blood flow increases, blood pressure will also increase. Preventing and Overcoming High Blood: To prevent high blood pressure for those who still have normal blood pressure or high blood pressure for those who already have high blood pressure, then the following practical suggestions you can do: Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) 1. Reduce consumption of salt in your food. If you already suffer from high blood pressure you should avoid foods that contain salt. 2. Consumption of foods containing potassium, magnesium and calcium. Potassium, magnesium and calcium can reduce high blood pressure. 3. Reduce drinking alcoholic beverages or food. If you suffer from high blood pressure, should avoid excessive alcohol consumption. For men who suffer from hypertension, amount of alcohol is permitted a maximum of 30 ml of alcohol per day, while women 15 ml per day. 4. Regular exercise can reduce high blood pressure. If you suffer from high blood pressure, choose a light exercise such as walking, cycling, running relaxed, and swimming. Do it for 30 to 45 minutes a day 3 times a week. 5. Eat vegetables and fruits are high in fiber such as green vegetables, bananas, tomatoes, carrots, cantaloupe, and oranges. 6. Run anti-stress therapy to reduce stress and you are able to control your emotions. 7. Quitting smoking also contributes greatly to reduce high blood pressure or hypertension. 8. Take control of your cholesterol levels. 9. Take control of your diabetes. 10.Avoid drugs that can increase blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you are receiving treatment for certain diseases, to ask for drugs that do not increase blood pressure.

An exclusive interview with veterinarian, Dr. T.R Wati

one sentence? Dr. Wati: It will take time for the public to understand. I’ve been practicing this for the last seven years. Now what it was before, it’s completely changed. I was one of the pioneers and people slowly came to learn what I actually do. Giving treatment and taking care of all kinds of animals and birds is my job.

machines. They are very expensive. But, I do about you. Someone had to travel all the way the normal blood test, urine samples etc here from Kohima to your clinic because the dog in my small lap. had some complication during her delivery. Is that true? Andres: That sounds awesome. Well, what Dr. Wati: Yes, that’s true. (Laughing out are your charges? Are they affordable for the loud) how did you learn that story? mass or something only the rich can pay? Dr. Wati: That’s a very good question, An- Andres: Every journalist has a way of finddres. My consultation fee is Rs.100. But…say, ing out things. Tell me the story. if your pet is advised five days of treatment, Dr. Wati: Yes, it was pug (a type of dog then you don’t have to pay extra charges, ex- breed). The pug had some complications and cept for those that I prescribe for the pet if struggled to deliver for two days. Somehow, you buy them here. they got to know about me and reached my clinic at 8 in the morning. I was told that, Andres: That is really cheap. Otherwise, it’s there was no proper facility in Kohima to really expensive in other cities. Do you also treat the pug and some would even not take provide emergency services? the risk. I performed the surgery in my clinDr. Wati: Yes. I’m available 24 hours a day ic. Unfortunately, two puppies were already and anyone can also reach me on my person- dead because the mother suffered for two al mobile number…anyone and everyone is days. But, I was glad…I saved the other six welcomed. baby pugs. Andres: Are there any perks to this career? Dr. Wati: Yes, the relation or connection that I share with pet lovers and their animals is simply wonderful. Besides, there are so many thing that I am happy about, which I never thought about. And, now I have set up a huge circle of regular customers.

Dr. Wati and his daughter Naro, at the clinic. (Picture courtesy/ Dr. Wati)

Dr. Wati: At the moment, I have a friend called Yangti. She is a pet groomer from Vancouver, Canada. She is helping me and also training my staff with different styling techniques to groom pets. She is really awesome…also the first to bring Western standard of grooming pets in Nagaland. Otherwise, I don’t have x-ray or ultrasound

Andres: That is simply amazing and such a brave accomplishment. Well, it was a pleasure talking with you, Dr. Wati. Is there anything that you would like to send across to the mass? Dr. Wati: Human being…we are lords on earth. Who will take care of all these animals and birds if we don’t take care of them? Andres: What is a common misconception I think we should learn to take proper care of people have about what you do? animals as much as we can. Dr. Wati: In Nagaland, many people look down at us and they don’t really understand Let’s take care of our pets for they need our work. But to my surprise, there are many our help. Lord Jesus Christ said, “Love the people who are gradually recognizing the God you serve” and “Love your neighbors as concept. Besides, it’s easier to make the mid- you love yourself.” Now, what about “Love dle class people understand the value of a vet your pets, and all other the animals and birds doctor. on earth as you love yourself?” There is no harm in kind deeds. One can reach Dr. Wati Andres: What is most challenging about on his personal mobile +91-986-209-2268 what you do? or office number 038-62-293-356. Email id: Dr. Wati: There are lots…saving animal is my adc.dbhss@yahoo.com or simply walk-in to priority. I do whatever it takes to save a life. his clinic located opposite DBHSS, River Belt Colony, Dimapur. Save the world in every litAndres: What are your hours of operation? tle way we can. Dr. Wati: As I said I don’t have a particular working hour. Andres Meren Molier Travel and Social Events Journalist Andres: I heard a very interesting story andres.m.molier@gmail.com

Why Murakami's best-selling '1Q84' is worth the wait

Matthew Chozick

hen Shinchosha decided not to run a pre-marketing campaign for Haruki Murakami's new and highly anticipated twovolume novel, the publishing house must have banked on the book creating its own hype. It worked. The void soon filled with publicity and media speculation about the book's only available information: its title. In the weeks leading up to the release of "1Q84," Tokyo's radio talk-show hosts and television personalities buzzed on and on about probable links to George Orwell's "Nineteen Eighty-Four." (Confused? "1Q84" is a pun playing on the identical pronunciation of the Japanese number "nine" and the letter "Q.") Nothing invites wordplay quite like wordplay. People have been quick to poke fun at "1Q84" by calling it I.Q.84. While this sort of joke may seem (excuse the pun) novel, revisiting "Nineteen EightyFour" has not slipped out of fashion since the book's first printing in 1949. Terry Gilliam's dystopian film "Brazil," inspired by Orwell, had the working title of "1984 and 1/2" and Anthony Burgess' two-part tribute to Orwell's work was entitled "1985." Now, in "1Q84," Murakami downsizes Orwell's totalitarian "Big Brother" regime to a group known as "little people." "1Q84" begins with a female protagonist, Aomame, descending an emergency staircase to an alternative reality. Though oblivious at first of having accomplished this feat, she starts to notice tiny peculiarities such as an adjustment in police firearms. Observations at odds with her memory add up and Aomame becomes increasingly confused. Yet she is, for no particular reason, easy to relate with — a fact that becomes unsettling after we watch her commit a series of murders. Why does Aomame kill? In the beginning we are not given many clues. One possibility is that she was teased too much for her eccentric surname, which means "Green Bean." She says: "If I had not been born with this last name, I wonder if my life would have taken a different shape. For example, if I had a common name like Sato, Tanaka or Suzuki, I might lead a bit more of a relaxed life and look upon the world with a bit more of a magnanimous eye." The chapters of this 1,060-page novel are divided evenly between Aomame's bizarre experiences and those of Tengo, a university entrance-exam math prep instructor who has difficulty

relating to children. Tengo is of the same ilk as many of Murakami's heroes: He is relatively passive, often ignored, not terribly successful and manages to find leisure time for sexual intrigue. Living in limbo, Tengo writes fiction, but this, like his other pursuits, is stuck at a threshold: "I could hardly say that I'm a legitimate teacher; and though I write novels, none have appeared in print so I'm not yet a novelist either." Tengo's lack of experience as a published

author does not stop him from agreeing to secretly rewrite a 17-year-old girl's submission for the sought-after Akutagawa Prize. Tengo's efforts to dupe the literary award's selection committee unfolds on a circa 1984 word processor as he reworks the girl's surreal novel about a commune of little people, a girl and a blind goat. Murakami uses this novel-inside-a- novel micronarrative to discuss issues ranging from the writing process to cultism. While some of these motifs are a first in Murakami's repertoire of long fiction, he has honed in on many such themes in nonfiction. For instance, in "Underground" (2000), Murakami interviews 68 people (victims and perpetrators) tied to the cult Aum Shinrikyo's 1995 sarin gas attack in a Tokyo subway. Murakami argues that the attack ought not to be written off as the lunacy of a few, but that it reveals the failings of mainstream Japanese soci-

ety. In a similar vein, "1Q84" revisits the oppositional relationship of cult and culture by examining the psychological interior of an Aum-like group. Given the gravity and previous treatment of Murakami's motifs, readers might imagine "1Q84" to be a slog to get through, but this is not the case, thanks to subtle humor and fresh narrative details. We meet a spinach-loving German Shepherd, hear of a car accident caused by a sneeze and find a second moon in the sky. "1Q84's" anecdotes are conveyed mainly by a third-person narrator, which departs from the first-person perspective of Murakami's previous novels. The perspective allows for the narrator's distinct voice to bait readers with dramatic, humorous and purposefully imprecise language. For example, we are shocked to learn that Tengo had been romantically involved with at least one of his students, but in the next sentence it is revealed that the affair in question occurred after the girl had left prep school, come of age and entered university. Readers may wonder if Tengo and Aomame live in a world similar to Orwell's or if they inhabit our own 1984. After all, Michael Jackson's hits flow out of car radios, NHK employees go door-to-door collecting television fees, Princess Diana is alive, and Iran-Iraq war news is broadcast. In "1Q84," the borders of Murakami's world and our own become less clear: Strangeness starts to seem familiar and the familiar starts to seem strange. This uncanniness leaves a lot of puzzles open for interpretation, yet vivid detail and sharp wit tether readers to "1Q84" as it reorients us to the violent circularity of 20th-century history. Murakami's fiction has grown increasingly relevant to our understanding of the world today, and this time his craft is more refined than ever. Decades of Murakami's experimentation with voice and style have culminated in sophisticated but simple prose that avoids pretension (except when he mocks Japan's literary culture). In addition, the characters' intonation, gestures and facial expressions are described with a new degree of precision. Though the initial sales of "1Q84" have come from name recognition and media buzz, as time passes, it could be received as Murakami's magnum opus, or at least the best novel of 200Q. This novelmired in death and fetish, leavened with humor -may become a mandatory read for anyone trying to get to grips with contemporary Japanese culture.

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5 November 2011

trolling around Kohima, through its busy boulevards, hectic bazaars with all sort of commodities, the noise spiraling its waves to all directions, exiting alleys where people were going in and out busy in their own world, frenzied office-goers and last-in-row cab drivers lounging and ambling about, tiny tots going to school and returning with their caring nannies and parents; travelers navigating and shopping, innocent villagers enjoying their day out in the big wide city oblivious to what new things are coming about. Then the skimpy and skinny boys and girls from schools or colleges with their Korean outfits and egos, discussing trends and gizmos; gangs turning up from all corners kicking around with their fighting strategies along with

Morung Youth Express

Saturday

Crows Zero consciousness. Then I woke up from the day slumber. What and acrid zenith to a blissful dream! I drank tea and went on with my own businesses. Obviously I saw those usual skimpy school girls going with their topics full of the previous night’s Korean TV shows or movies, some on the Edward and Bella stuff (twilight), also not forgetting the certainty that they were all under one banner of competition ‘whose skirt is shorter?’ Meanwhile, the skinny and cool guys came around on their colorful hair-dos and fringes, Korean egos talking about gang fights and their latest fights. It is not an unknown certitude that Korean culture is about to annihilate our culture, that it is dominating every teen’s mentality, brainwashing the present generation with

The Other Face of Criticism Khrievotuo Seletsu

ideologies far too great for us to adopt and adhere on. Yet we attend to it. Well, many educated youths have turned their attention towards this Korean trend and are writing about it extensively almost in every paper and magazine a Naga would read, and also every blog a Naga would log in to. These articles are very distinct and demanding and they are helping. We always talk about Naga-Koreans (by which I mean those who are following their culture), their behaviors and conduct. Not forgetting the Korean companies investing in Nagaland where many youths are allured and are being employed

or unemployed in some way. This is the actual face of the present cultural criticism, nonetheless we have another face on this matter. ‘Luxury’ in a general sense is the other face, we wouldn’t admit because we do. If we go around colleges and schools, there’s a big deal on the costs and brands of what we wear, eat and use. We don’t like buying cheap apparels accepting the disgusting fact that it is not our standard, save the reasons and lifestyles. But I’d rather say this is true than to be quiet without. The gospel that the Western missionaries brought to the Nagas wasn’t at all everything we wanted. The mission-

aries did not bring their culture but instead the gospel was the reason for their advent. I guess that wasn’t enough, we of course embraced the good news for which we are very thankful to God and the missionaries. But as the world reaches the heights of civilization, the modernized world also dawns in with its culture into the culture of Nagaland, terminating all that is on its way and generating new ideologies on the surfaces that it step. A Naga who lives in a city would turn up his/her nose at a villager or a fellow home brother/sister, everywhere we gaze there is a superior mental thinking especially on the things that we buy and use. Why do such things happen? I’d say we are good actors who can ape others ex-

actly. Teaching a monkey isn’t difficult or any other animal because the master is the entire source, the animal will do what the master teaches. Dr. Hokishe Sema said, “The turbulence of the hill streams automatically decline when they emerge into the main stream. Our endeavor is toward that end”. There was once a threat which was establishing its root here in Nagaland and gradually it is growing, and that threat is the inclusive Korean culture. Now we have the other threat which will surely manifest its influence here in our unique traditional society. Pathetic it may seem, nobody can stop us from joining the main stream though our stream in unique and clean. Let us lose ourselves in the big wide sea of salt and bitterness.

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Schoolchildren in Mokokchung seen here bantering their way to school. The Centre’s objective to make available free education to all – especially to those in the rural areas – remains a challenge even as the government grapples with important education bills that still remain pending in the Parliament. (Photo: Akum Jamir)

he Morung Express asked young Nagas how we can eliminate Corruption from Nagaland. The following responses were garnered from the members of The Naga Blog (Facebook) and also readers of The Morung Express:

from gunslingers. What we need I think is a society free of fear from our own folks.

uncompromising principles, “I FIGHT” Chingshong

Noklang: To-

How can we eliminate day corruption got the charms, stronger Corruption from Nagaland? than that of 'sexy lady'. Any Movements, Imojen Jamir: Corruption is immoral and against the law. However, it seems to have become a norm in Nagaland. Bribery, nepotism, abusing the system by high officials, electoral fraud, organized crime etc have become a way of life whether we like it or not. They seem to be so well based and blended with our sociability that it only seems natural and expected. Our gregariousness, laziness, openhandedness and personal insecurities have given way to corruption. In my opinion, corruption can never be completely eliminated. However, to check and to bring corruption to a minimum level, a strong law enforcing agency is what we need. But we don't trust our law enforcing agencies much, do we? Then we need civil societies and individual social workers who could utilise the RTI efficiently. We need whistleblowers and a law protecting them. Achah BratSy Tangshu: We cannot completely uproot corruption in our generation but we can start to try uprooting right from this moment. We need to bring change in ourselves and our family to change our society and hence our Government. A specific bill cannot change anything!

NGOs, group are easily lure by the tag corruption. At this juncture to fight/ eliminate corruption is a question, who will bell the cat? My suggest is therefore not how to eliminate but to study the areas/factor that lead to corruption, how do we approach the corrupted man/ women? How to treat them in society? Take the example of NSF/ENSF conference/meets. Obviously the chief guest is CM if not minister/MLA or if it’s higher government official then the one who can say less on education but more on money as donation. We hardly see in any naga social gathering where chief guest with low profile in money matter but highly qualified professor/influential in academic field. We respect people who have own latest car, palatial like home etc people judge, regard according to status and position. By nature human being is selfish. Every one need his/her attention and in search of such instinct 90% people made shortcut road to success and the results corruption in society. 'If anyone dares to fight corruption please keep in mind, to end up having more enemies than friends.

Chaba Chang: Supporting those on fast for corruption and joining them will not solve anything. We need leaders with vision, politicians influences corOlena Arkz: The fight for justice against ruption....they need to change the way corruption is never easy. It never has been they think and act. and never will be. It exacts a toll on our Zuchi Humtsoe: Our scale of corrupself, our families, our friends, and espe- tion is in another higher category/level, cially our children. In the end, I believe, as just by seeing the condition of the roads in my case, the price we pay is well worth one can tell, it is not just corruption but holding on to our dignity. Frank Serpico 'Maha-corrupted or Hyper-corruption' (as in the case of hyperinflation/super Asenla Walling: Corruption begins at inflation which can be categorize as in a home. Do the right thing the right way. state of alertness or emergency). Corruption exists when people indulge in shortcuts and cut corners to get their Kavi Assumi Naga: Corruption has work done. People need to know their become such a vital part of our culture, rights and what they are entitled to. The I have a hunch that maybe our governlaw needs to be made more stringent ment Officials are even planning to against corruption. Meritocracy in all showcase it in our Hornbill Festival. fields should be encouraged and felici- Jokes apart I believe corruption can tated. A strong youth movement with only be reduced when we ourselves

change the way we do things i.e. the easy illegal way should be discarded for the legal way. Corruption to most of us mean some ministers embezzling crores of rupees but it’s just one part of the whole, the other part is to do with us the common public. The queue we break, the way we overtake other vehicles, illegal and wrong parking, money we pay under the table to an office clerk, asking for unethical favors from an 'uncle' who is a highly placed government official etc make up the major part of what we called corruption which in turn leads to more greater corruption. So in short, like a great man once said if every common man become the change that he wants to see in others then I believe it won’t be long before corruption becomes a distant memory of a time gone by. Vikeduo Linyü: The most educated and the people who can change corruption have stop voicing against corruption. To fight corruption we need the church to take a lead, stop receiving or asking donation from ministers and bureaucrats, start questioning their source of income. Praying out loud after receiving black money doesn't change the money at all; it’s still dirty in front of men and God. The pulpit is where the change can start; the need to preach against corruption and unseen sins is the need of the hour. Andy Vee: Educating the people that Public (People's tax) Money comes from the People for the People to benefit the People. This would help a lot I guess. The thought that it’s Government Money seems to lend credence to the act of stealing from such funds. Besides there are a whole lot of other types of corruption ... of status, position, etc etc .... it’s a whole level of Art in India especially. Along Changkija: Realization of our mistakes and changing the way how things work by those in power is the only way. For we are all educated and knowledgeable but the way things work makes the upcoming leaders discouraged or weakened at heart and thereby follow on the same path which is laid down by our predecessors. What we need are leaders who are capable to inspire and not rely on money and help

Kevi Viswentso Angami: If we start voicing our rights only then will the corruption go down. We Nagas take everything for granted....when we see something illegal going on also, we never tend to report or voice against it. Externally we roar like lions but inside we are too timid and fearful....the reason maybe the disunity among the Nagas. For example when we see someone getting beaten up right infornt of our eyes also we will not intervene even if he/she is right, our inner self says this, 'he/she is not from my tribe or he/she is not know to me'.....this complexity in us must change in order to bring down corruption in our state, this is what I feel. Bonathung Ngullie: There should be a lokayuta in the state to check corruption, implement effectively the flagship programmes of the centre, like the MPs, politicians and civil servants should declare their assets as mentioned in the amended Representation of People's Act 2002, the leader’s should tackle traffic jams, check high handedness of officers, check unnecessary workings n functions of the numerous unions of the state, effective working of state departments etc. Lanu Jamir : Society must play its role to fight corruption. The first step is for society to accept that the practice is existent, for it is only with self-realization that this scourge be minimized; Only then can society play any role in fighting corruption, by demonstrating strong abhorrence towards it. Making honesty a basis of life is the biggest challenge that we're facing in this modern world. Efforts should be made to instill integrity because a person with high integrity would not commit corrupt practices under any circumstance. We should get back to our schools and instill honesty and integrity at formative stage, we should get back to our local leaders and village heads, our leaders of tomorrow and instill a sense of integrity, honesty and fellowship in them, for it is only when we guide our future leaders today that our tomorrow could be corruption free and future forward. Nitoka V Swu: Not only do we need good, honest and god fearing leaders as some of you have mentioned but we also need good & brave citizens who without any fear and hesitation will raise and stand for our rights against injustice. The world is corrupted or let me say our society is corrupted not only because of the dishonest leaders but also due to the silence of the innocent/honest citizen thereby indirectly encouraging them.

Kevin Yepthomi Naga: Today around noon time, on my way home I was caught in a traffic jam at the smaller lane of the only fly-over in Dimapur. And being stuck there for about an hour, I was somewhat irritated and it got worse when I saw that the cause of the jam was because two police gypsy coming from the wrong side of the traffic and that too in one way route. And so, as irritated as I was, I told them how they can do that when they are the police who should be setting example. One sub-inspector sitting inside the gypsy started threatening me! I wanted to take a photo and upload it but restrained myself from doing so, so that I don’t cause a scene there and worsen the jam. How do you suppose one can bring some sense to Nagaland’s chaotic traffic condition when the ones that are supposed to enforce it are breaking it? Maybe for one day, around 1000 youths come together both at Kohima and Dimapur, help traffic police, assisting, in parking on the right place, right way, drive single line. I bet it will make a difference! Vikeduo Linyü: Peter Rutsa just told me "The VIP's are still very disobedient overtaking even when the traffic is flowing smoothly, the parking system is very inconvenient for the public it needs to be modified and he is ready with his camera to capture" he will give update later in the evening. Alemchujang Walling: As far as I have seen, the worst traffic offenders are the VIP escorts, VIP vehicles and the para-military forces. The way they move and act resembles some Colombian drug lord's armed convoy. Hooligan stares and abuses from the escort cars are enough to make anyone flush with anger. Red flags and ear drum wrecking whistles during peak hours of traffic are their trademarks. I really wonder at the audacity of VIPS with their half-baked escort crews moving at lightning speed from one place to another and stealing more and more public money. High Class Master Thieves On Fast Wheels. Andrés M Molièr: A week after I came to Dimapur. I sour my mouth with the supposed to be VIP, his driver and two body guards. In PLAIN WORDS, the driver did not know what is TRAFFIC RULE. And those in Uniforms were not any better, plus the extra weight man seated with dark glasses. The driver parked the car in the middle of the road blocking other cars plying on the road. He was trying to reverse the car, I called out, "Don't your car have a reverse indicator? It's an SUV for the love of God." I got off and bang on the window asking the driver for an explanation. They tried to scare me off, but hell I was not going to buy them for any good. I called the big man and said him, "If you forget who you really are. We elected you, which makes you OUR SERVANT. First US and then YOU! Keep that in mind. Besides, you are dealing with a man who is more QUALIFIED and KNOWS the COUNTRY better than YOU." He had nothing to say. It went for almost 10 minutes. I made them Wait and let the me and other cars passed first. NO, we can't tolerate them any of their nonsense.

Tails: We love AXONE: Naga delicacy on national television

Lily Angali Kez: Most of us will be knowing about this but let me share again :) I was overwhelmed to watch MasterChef India introducing Axone in their menu! The entry of judges was funny since they had their mask on before opening the cover and then they made an intro regarding the flavour and popularity of Axone in Nagaland's curry. Three continuous episodes were aired on Axone :) I think it made a step for the future generation to open up restaurants in other states saying Naga Dish, just like how we popularly call Chinese dish and Indian dish. But as we look back we can say that our food items, cultures, customs n folklores has come to light among the tourists through Hornbill fest! So hats off to that! Neisa Bel: Lily why wait for the future generation to introduce our menu in restaurants? We can just open up a small restro with Naga special dishes near metro cinema just beyond our flat, hot spot, hot served, rare menu haha! After all, everyone of us at home are no less than an expert cook. We can do that as a part-time job, that way we can expose our talent in cooking, else and u can try zeliang, rengma, lotha special dishes, Neikhrie and myself will go for Angami, Sema and other specials :) Mheche Mero: Gordon Ramsey has made high praises for the Naga style of cooking. Especially Naga pork. You can check it out in you tube. Our food has gone international. Zeu Koh: Whoever supplied axoni to the show should publish a public apology to all axoni loving nagas! Axoni in a chocolate cake? That's Axoni UNDER-RATED! Way to go AXONI. Keep shining wherever you are :) Lawrence: Vikas Khanna, the Amritsar-to-America chef who replaced Akshay in this season of MasterChef India, introduced the alien element to the contestants as “a fantastic ingredient from the most beautiful state of Nagaland; very strong smell but delectable.” The intro came with a caution that generous use of axone could be disastrous while miserly use could result in bland flavour.

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(The Naga Blog was created in 2007 by Yanpvuo Kikon. This column in the Morung Express will be a weekly feature every Saturday)

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Black money will be brought back: Manmohan

cANNes, November 4 (iANs): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday said every effort will be made to bring back black money stashed away abroad and expressed satisfaction the G20 leaders endorsed the process involved. “I am no astrologer. We have to operate in a world where things are not entirely to our own liking. We are dealing with sovereign countries,” the prime minister told a press conference here when asked how long it will take to bring black money back. The prime minister said these sovereign countries will cooperate only to the extent their laws permit them to do so, which are being addressed through new agreements and pacts on exchange of information. “It is a work in progress. I don’t know what is the magnitude of black money abroad,” he said, soon after conclusion of the G20 Summit in this town in French Riviera. At the G20 Summit the leaders endorsed in a joint communique their commitment to ensuring that the deficiencies in some jurisdic-

Govt’s intentions on black money suspicious: Advani

PuNe, November 4 (PTi): The Bharatiya Janata Party leader L.K. Advani on Friday said the government’s intentions were “suspicious” on disclosure of information on black money under the agreement made with Switzerland. He said since the agreement was to come into effect from next year, it will give leverage to all whose money was parked in Swiss banks to transfer or withdraw it. “The very intention of the government is suspicious...it had shown masterly inactivity in dealing with the issue of black money,” Advani told reporters here. Stating that the agreement made with Switzerland under which India can obtain banking information from that country in specific cases will be made effective from April 2012, he questioned,“Why have we given this kind of leverage to all those who tions, often referred to as tax havens, that lead to imprudent tax policy standards, are addressed. “I am particularly happy to note that the communique endorses our call for increased banking transparency and exchange of information to combat tax fraud and evasion and other illicit flows,” the prime minister said. “This was an im-

Nat’l Commission for Women to start 24x7 toll free helpline

New Delhi, November 4 (PTi): The National Commission for Women will soon start a 24-hour helpline to assist women in distress, its chief Mamta Sharma said Friday. “A 24-hour helpline on a toll-free number will be started by the NCW in three months,” Sharma told reporters here. “This will expedite registration of complaints and assist speedy solutions,” she said. The helpline will provide counselling as well as immediate help to those in need, an NCW member told reporters. “The helpline will provide counselling for those who need. Apart from this, for those who need immediate rescue, we will provide help from local police and hospitals. We are also consulting a number of NGOs for assistance in this,” the member said. Presently, NCW accepts online complaints on its website. Nearly 563 complaints were received between August and October this year.

Criminal cases against MPs: SC gives notices to Centre, States

New Delhi, November 4 (PTi): The Supreme Court on Friday sought response from the Centre and the states on a plea seeking fast track court proceedings in criminal cases pending against Members of Parliament, saying it is “very disturbing” that 162 lawmakers are facing various criminal charges. A bench headed by Justice P. Sathasivam said the matter required consideration and issued notices to the Centre and the state governments asking them to file their responses within a month. The court passed the order on a PIL by former Chief Election Commissioner J.M. Lyngdoh pleading that the cases pending against MPs should be referred to fast track courts for quick disposal. Senior advocate Rajiv Dhavan, appearing for Lyngdoh, submitted that 162 MPs were involved in various criminal cases and out of them, 76 were facing charges of serious nature and that they must be referred to fast track courts for timely disposal.

have parked their money in Swiss banks. Why 2012... Why are they being given this opportunity (to transfer their money to other accounts)?” “This whole plea of taxation agreement does not inspire confidence...Will it serve any purpose or the UPA Government has given strong indication to the defaulters to transfer their account to some other banks...or withdraw money from their Swiss bank account?” Advani asked. The former deputy prime minister said while other nations like the United States, France and Germany were taking proactive steps to bring back black money of its citizens stashed in tax havens, India which has substantial stakes in this objective “is unfortunately, under the UPA government, demonstrating masterly inactivity”.

portant part of our agenda.” The government has been under pressure to act against people who have money stashed away in tax havens across the world. It hadsetupseveralbodies,including a directorate under Central Board of Direct Taxes, to unravel these secret bank accounts. India has made a commitment to G20 that it will remain an ac-

tive member of the global battle against black money and will soon sign the Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters to curb this menace through sharing of information. The treaty aims at automatic exchange of information among signatory countries so that tax evasion and illicit flows can be detected early.

An activist of Social Unity Centre of India (SUCI) holds a placard and blocks traffic during a protest against rise in petrol prices, in Kolkata on November 4. Petrol price was raised for a fourth time this year, with allies of the government threatening to withdraw support unless it withdraws the hike, according to news reports. (AP Photo)

Jaya axes 6 ministers, Satyam scam: Ramalinga, brother get bail New Delhi, November earlier by other courts. The court der of the Andhra Pradesh High changes portfolios of many 4Satyam’s (AgeNcies): In a relief to also allowed CBI to approach it Court which had rejected their disgraced founder B for modification of its bail order in bail pleas. Ramalinga Raju’s

cheNNAi, November 4 (PTi): In a sudden move, Tamil Nadu chief minister J Jayalalithaa on Friday sacked six of her ministerial colleagues and inducted an equal number to replace them. The axe fell on C Shamugavelu (rural industries), R B Udhyakumar (Information Technology), S P Shanmuganathan (Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments), N R Sivapathy (Animal Husbandry), G Senthamizhan (Information, Law and Courts) and Budhichandiran (Food). Jayalalithaa’s action announced in a Raj Bhavan communique comes just five months after she returned to power in May following her AIADMK’s landslide victory in the April 13 assembly elections. Of the dropped ministers, Senthamizhan, AIADMK South Chennai district

secretary, had allegedly telephoned police to release some arrested partymen. Udhayakumar, who once stated he would not wear slippers in the secretariat as it was the living place of his ‘god’ (Jayalalithaa) was chided by her for his “extravagance” during her visit to Tiruchirapalli for campaigning in the bypoll. Budhichandran faced the axe for reportedly favouring a group of Padugas, a tribal community in Nilgiris district and ignoring others. The other ministers were removed for their non-performance. Those to be sworn-in are former AIADMK minister S Damodaran, R Kamaraj, S Sundraraj, M Paranjothi, who was recently elected to the assembly in the bye-election to Tiruchirapalli West, V Moorthy and K Rajenthra Bhalaji.

Ramalinga Raju and his brother B Rama Raju, the Supreme Court today granted them bail in the multi-crore accounting fraud involving the software firm. Along with Raju brothers, a Bench of Justices Dalveer Bhandari and Dipak Misra also granted bail to Satyam’s former Chief Financial Officer Vadlamani Srinivas on a personal bond of Rs 2 lakh each with two sureties of same amount. While enlarging the trio on bail, the court directed them to surrender their passports before the trial court if they had not done that so far. There are 10 accused in the case. While five others were granted bail by the apex court on October 12, two were given bail

case the accused were found misusing their freedom granted by it. While passing the order, the court took into account the fact that the accused have already spent two years and eight months behind bars for their alleged offences carrying a maximum punishment of seven years. On October 12, the apex court had granted bail to four Satyam employees – its former Internal Chief Auditor V S Prabhakar Gupta, executives G Ramakrishna, D Venkatpathi Raju and Ch Srisailam besides PriceWaterhouseCooper’s former auditor Subramani Gopalakrishnan. The five had approached the apex court challenging the August 30 or-

CAG to audit all rural ministry schemes: Jairam

“Now all schemes of the Ministry of Rural Development and all schemes of the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation will be open for CAG audit depending on the schedule that CAG decides,”

New Delhi, November 4 (PTi): The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) will now scrutinise all the schemes of Rural Development Ministry and Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Union Minister Jairam Ramesh said on Friday. Announcing the decision, Ramesh said the two Ministries annually spend Rs 88,000 crore which is the single largest amount of public expenditure other than Defence and it is very important to have CAG audit in the Ministry schemes for ensuring accountability and transparency. “Now all schemes of the Ministry of Rural Development and all schemes of the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation will be open for CAG audit depending on the schedule that CAG de-

cides,” he told reporters here. Describing CAG as a body that is empowered by the Constitution, Ramesh said the Accountant Generals in different states will be empowered to carry out the audit of Rural Development Ministry expenditure for various schemes including MGNREGA. “I should be held accountable, the state should be held accountable, the local bodies should be held accountable. All of us should be held accountable. It is not enough for me to say that we are giving the money and somebody else is implementing it,” the Minister said. The CAG may conduct not only financial audit and compliance audit, but also performance audits with regard to these schemes. “To begin with performance audits of MGNREGA in 12 states will be taken up. These states are Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Orissa and Uttar Pradesh,” he said. Both the Ministries have also taken the initiative to prepare a common accounting format for all rural schemes in consultation with the CAG which will lend itself not only to internal check and monitoring by the two Ministries but also audit by the CAG and eventually accountability to Parliament, Ramesh said. “A committee is being set up under

the chairmanship of Arvind Mayaram, Additional Secretary and Financial Advisor to both the Ministries, to examine modifications needed in already existing accounting procedures of DRDAs and suggest principles and policies of accounting at the level of implementing agency, which in the case of the Rural Development Ministry are mainly panchayat institutions,” he said. The committee will also identify appropriate standards for financial reporting and disclosure, including suggest changes in present format of utilisation certificates (UCs) and recommend how the accounting and financial statements can be made ITenabled, Ramesh said. The Minister said that it has been endeavour of CAG that the internal control mechanisms in government are strong. “Towards this end, the Ministries of Rural Development and Drinking Water Supply and Sanitation and the Comptroller and Auditor General initiated a joint exercise to prepare checklists to enable the two Ministries to put in place an efficient internal control system for monitoring the expenditure incurred as also the quality expenditure,” he said. It will be finalised and made public in three weeks time, the Minister added.

younger brother B Suryanarayana Raju and former PWC auditor T Srinivas had been granted bail by different courts earlier. Ramalinga Raju had been arrested first in January 2009, but his bail was cancelled in October last year by the Supreme Court. While cancelling his bail, the apex court had stipulated that the accused could file another bail application only after July 31, 2011, if the trial in the case is not completed in the local court. Following cancellation of his bail on CBI’s plea, Ranalinga Raju had surrendered on November 10, last year before a Hyderabad court adjudicating the nation’s biggest corporate fraud, allegedly to the tune of Rs 14,000 crore.

Varun Gandhi files RTI plea on accounts abroad

New Delhi, November 4 (iANs): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Varun Gandhi Friday demanded the government disclose the names of those with black money, and said he has filed an application under the Right to Information (RTI) Act for this purpose. "Filed RTI application as promised. Trust it will lead to exposure of rich and powerful harbouring illegal funds abroad," Varun Gandhi posted on microblogging site Twitter. In his previous tweets, the BJP MP demanded disclosure of identity of "three MPs" with black money abroad. "Who are the 3 MPs with illegal foreign assets? Not enough to tax them, govt must announce punitive action and nationalisation policy for illegal wealth abroad," he had said in an earlier tweet. "I want to know who are the people who have their names," he said here Friday. "I have also learnt there are certain sitting members of parliament whose accounts are there and probably one minister... I want to know who are these people," he said. The MO from Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, said the identities should be revealed and they should be shamed and punished. "In India, you can get away with anything. My point is very simple, first of all these people should be shamed, they should be named and they should be punished," he said. Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee had earlier said that the names could not be revealed at this stage.

Anna to campaign against Cong if Lokpal bill not passed

Indian police officers try to put out fire engulfing from the trousers of an exile Tibetan in New Delhi November 4. The Tibetan exile set himself on fire outside the Chinese Embassy as a show of solidarity following recent selfimmolation protests by Tibetans against the Chinese government. (AP Photo)

Pakistan ready to send 26/11 judicial commission

New Delhi, November 4 (AgeNcies): Pakistan high commissioner, Shahid Malik on Friday met union home minister P Chidambaram and informed him that Pakistan was ready to send a judicial commission to India in connection with the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack case probe. The decision to send Pakistani commission to India was taken during home secretary level talks between the two countries here in March. The judicial commission is to visit India after New Delhi indicates dates for its visit. The multi-member commission will interview the investigating officer of the Mumbai terror attack case and the magistrate who had recorded the statement ab.of Pakistani terrorist Ajmal Kasab.

New Delhi, November 4 (PTi): Putting the onus on the Congress for getting passed in the winter session of Parliament the Jan Lokpal Bill, anti-corruption crusader Anna Hazare on Friday said he will campaign against the Congressled UPA government in the five poll-bound states if that does not happen. Breaking his 19-day-old ‘vow of silence’ Hazare said if the Bill was not passed in the winter session, he will go on a three-day fast before embarking upon a tour of the five states facing elections. “Our campaign in Hisar by-election was a warning to the Congress. Their candidate forfeited his deposit there.’’ Addressing a press conference here, he charged the government with trying to “weaken’’ the Jan Lokpal Bill. “The government’s intention is doubtful. There is no need to bring separate bills on citizen’s charter, whistle blowers protection or judicial accountability. By disseminating the Jan Lokpal Bill, the gov-

Without BJP support, Anna would have been another Ramdev: Gadkari

PANAji, November 4 (AgeNcies): BJP president Nitin Gadkari on Friday claimed that Congress would have dealt with Anna Hazare’s fast at Ramlila Maidan the same way as it dealt with Baba Ramdev’s fast, had the main Opposition party not declared support to Hazare. “If I had not given letter of support to Anna Hazare, he would have faced the same fate as Ramdev,” Gadkari said during an interaction at Goa Think Fest 2011 here. “Congress went on saying that BJP did not support Hazare till we gave the letter,” Gadkari said, claiming that some Congress leaders had told ernment is trying to weaken the [proposed] institution of Lokpal.’’ Questioned on his change of stance as he had earlier said he will not name any party in his campaigns he said, “the manner in which the government is breaking the Jan Lokpal Bill into pieces, I feel I must name the Congress. Their intention is not good.’’ Will he campaign for the BJP? “I will not campaign for any party. There is no difference between the BJP

and the Congress.’’ The 74-year-old activist, who was accompanied by Team Anna members Shanti Bhushan, Arvind Kejriwal, Prashant Bhushan and Kiran Bedi, praised Uttarakhand Chief Minister B.C. Khanduri for bringing the Lokayukta Bill, which he said was similar to their Jan Lokpal Bill. “This has nothing to do with any party. Like me, he has an army background. He must be recognised for his

Team Anna that BJP was not with the Gandhian. “Congress’s strategy was to finish Anna’s agitation.” BJP was the first political party to support the anti-corruption crusader’s fast as it was in the interest of the country, Gadkari said. Referring to allegations of nexus between Hazare and RSS, he said, “Sangh had said they were with the one who was fighting against corruption.” He also said he did not mind the 74-year-old activist distancing himself from BJP. “I am not upset, whether he distances himself or not,” he said, adding that the party would stand by any person who acts in the interest of the country.

boldness.’’ To a question on restructuring the core committee, Hazare said it will be expanded and made all-representative. On various allegations against some of the Team Anna members, he said, “There could be some drawback but that does not mean corruption.” Hazare arrived here late Thursday night to participate in the meeting of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Per-

sonnel and Law and Justice that is scrutinising the Lokpal Bill referred to it by Parliament. On Thursday Team Anna sought 34 amendments to the Lokpal Bill to align it with their Jan Lokpal Bill and the Uttarakhand Lokayukta Bill. He visited Mahatma Gandhi’s memorial at Rajghat at 7 a.m. and broke his ‘vow of silence’ for ‘atma shuddhi’ (self-purification). He later said he felt rejuvinated and inspired to fight for Lokpal.

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WORLD Briefs Japan agrees to give 12 bn dollars to nuclear plant operator Tokyo, November 4 (DPA): The Japanese government approved a request on Friday for some 900 billion yen (11.9 billion dollars) of aid by the operator of a damaged nuclear power plant, which faces claims from victims of the nation’s worst atomic accident, local media reported. The funds will help Tokyo Electric Power Co (TEPCO), which runs the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, meet compensation payments. The plan will also require TEPCO to slash at least 2.5 trillion yen in costs over 10 years in order to receive the aid from a statebacked institution established in September.

‘Putin was a wifebeater, love cheat’ LoNDoN, November 4 (AgeNcies): Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin has been accused by a German spy agency of being a “wife-beater” and having many “sexual affairs” while he himself was a spy in the KGB, a media report said on Thursday. Putin headed Soviet intelligence operations in the then East German city of Dresden from 1985 to 1990, the Daily Mail. Secret files from West German spy agency BND published in the German media now claim an interpreter agent befriended Putin’s wife Lyudmila, who spoke about her marriage with Vladimir Putin. She reportedly told the agent her husband used “domestic violence and had numerous sexual affairs”, the daily said.

‘Italy refused IMF financial support’ cANNes, FrANce, November 4 (reuTers): Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said on Friday Italy had refused an offer of financial support from the International Monetary Fund to help overcome the economic crisis, adding that he had no intention of resigning and did not believe his government would collapse. Berlusconi earlier agreed to allow the IMF to monitor its progress in carrying through reforms whose delay has sapped market confidence in Italy and ravaged its government bonds. Answering questions at a press conference at a G20 summit in France, Berlusconi said he did not believe his time in government was coming to an end despite a rebellion by government supporters in parliament. Nobody else could authoritatively represent Italy overseas, Berlusconi said, adding that deputies who abandoned his administration would be betraying the country at a time of crisis.

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57 trapped Palestinians urge UN action against Israel 4 killed, in China coal

uNiTeD NATioNs, November 4 (AP): The Palestinians urged the U.N. Security Council on Thursday to take action against Israel for accelerating settlement construction and "illegally hijacking" Palestinian tax revenue in retaliation for their new membership in UNESCO. Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian U.N. observer, said the Palestinians also want the Security Council to move quickly on their application to become a full member of the United Nations. Palestine won its first major international endorsement on Monday when the Paris-based United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization voted to grant it full membership, a decision that immediately led to a cutoff in funding from the United States and Canada. Israel retaliated by announcing construction of 2,000 new apartments in east Jerusalem, where the Palestinians want their capital, and suspending the transfer of tax payments totaling some $100 million that it collects on behalf of the Palestinian Authority. Mansour warned that if Israel's retaliatory actions aren't stopped immediately, the volatile region might see further "escalations and provocations." "The bottom line is we want the Security Council to react to this latest escalation and

A construction worker works on a new housing unit in the east Jerusalem neighborhood of Har Homa on Wednesday, November 2. (AP Photo)

provocation with a view of stopping it and containing it," Mansour said, adding that it would welcome a council statement or resolution. The United States, Israel's closest ally, sharply criticized the new construction and tax suspension on Wednesday, but whether it would support even the most mild Security Council action — a press statement — remains to be seen.

The UNESCO vote came as the Security Council is considering an application for full U.N. membership by the Palestinians. The council's committee on admissions met Thursday afternoon to record positions of the 15 members so that a report can be prepared for consideration by the committee on Nov. 11. Diplomats said six countries announced support for

Palestinian membership — China, Russia, Brazil, India, South Africa and Lebanon. Three countries announced they would abstain — France, Britain and Colombia — and the United States said it would oppose the Palestinian bid, the diplomats said, speaking on condition of anonymity because the meeting was private. Four countries didn't announce a final position — Ni-

geria, Gabon, Germany and Portugal — while Bosnia said it was unable to make a statement because the government does not have an agreed position, the diplomats said. Bosnia's three-member presidency is split on the issue which means it will most likely abstain. Mansour told reporters that after the Nov. 11 meeting — the ninth by the admissions committee — "it is time for the Security

Council to act on our application," even though the U.S. has promised a veto if the Palestinians don't get the minimum of nine "yes" votes. "We would like this application to come to a close," he said, but he wouldn't give a date for a vote. Mansour said "it's very unfortunate" that Palestine's membership in UNESCO has led the U.S. to cut $60 million in annual funding and Canada to end its $10 million a year contribution to the organization. U.N. SecretaryGeneral Ban Ki-moon said in an interview Thursday with The Associated Press that Palestinian efforts to join U.N. agencies beyond UNESCO are "not beneficial for anybody" and could lead to even further cuts in funding that would affect millions of people. Mansour responded saying "Palestine is studying everything including the ramifications of being a member at UNESCO ... and the implications." "We are not rushing into anything," he said. "We want to be ready for all steps, any steps that we might take in the future based on full knowledge" of the ramifications of the UNESCO vote. Palestinian Foreign Minister Riad Malki said earlier Thursday there were no immediate plans to apply for membership at other U.N. agencies and the focus would be on the U.N. membership bid at the Security Council.

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beiJiNg, November 4 (AP): A sudden explosion of rock in a coal mine in central China following a small earthquake killed four miners and trapped 57 others, a state news agency reported on Friday. The accident in the coal mine in the city of Sanmenxia in Henan province occurred Thursday evening when 75 miners were working in the shaft, the official Xinhua News Agency said. Fourteen workers escaped. The Qianqiu Coal Mine belongs to Yima Coal Group, a large state-owned coal company in Henan, the State Administration of Work Safety said on its website. Xinhua said a magnitude-2.9earthquakeoccurred to the east of Sanmenxia and that the rock explosion happened about 30 minutes later. The phenomenon known as a “rock burst” occurs when settling layers of earth bear down on the walls of a mine and result in a sudden, catastrophic release of stored energy. Exploding pillars can turn chunks of rock or coal into deadly missiles, and the shock waves alone can be lethal. China’s coal mines are the most dangerous in the world, although the industry’s safety record has improved in recent years as smaller, illegal mines have been closed. Annual fatalities are now about one-third of the high of nearly 7,000 in 2002.

China, Russia top offenders Greek PM faces survival vote, bailout in balance in cyber stealing: US WAshiNgToN, November 4 (PTi): For the first time, the US has publicly accused China and Russia of stealing cutting-edge American high-tech information to build their own economies. "The nations of China and Russia, through their intelligence services and through their corporations, are attacking our research and development. That's a serious issue, because if we build their economies on our information, I don't think that is right," the National Counterintelligence Executive Bryant said while unveiling a report here yesterday. Bryant's office is responsible for mounting an integrated national counterintelligence battle against foreign intelligence threats to the United States. "US private sector firms and cyber security specialists have reported an onslaught of computer network intrusions that have originated in China," the CNN quoted the report as saying. In a statement, Rogers said the report "once again underscores the need for America's allies across Asia and Europe to join forces to pressure Beijing to end this

illegal behaviour." The report is the most forceful public airing of US allegations after years of private complaints to Beijing and Moscow, US media reports said. It noted that analysts could not pinpoint specific responsibility for many of the intrusions, but Bryant said the source of the attacks could be government intelligence services, corporations or individuals. The latest intelligence community assessment comes on the heels of House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Rogers' harsh criticism of what he referred to as China's "predatory campaign" of stealing US intellectual property. Last month, Rogers said the cyber attacks against the United States had reached "an intolerable level" and were harming American national security. Bryant said American companies and the US government produce approximately USD 400 billion of research and development each year. Depending on whose figures you go by, the losses each year range from USD 2 billion to as much as USD 400 billion -- estimates that Bryant called "meaningless."

‘Zawahiri ditched Osama to become al Qaeda leader’ lead helicopter, heading for a landing spot, lose altitude and sink, tail-first, into the large walled enclosure east of the main house." Pfarrer explains that if the SEALs had been forced to climb stairs to reach bin Laden, as has been officially claimed, he would have had enough warning to arm and effectively defend himself. Osama bin Laden and Ayman al-Zawahiri. (File Photo)

WAshiNgToN, November 4 (ANi): A startling book about the special forces mission which killed the world’s most wanted man claims Ayman al-Zawahiri doublecrossed his boss so he could becomethenewalQaedaleader. “Zawahiri virtually guided the CIA to bin Laden by sending a courier who was on CIA files,” a source said, referring to the book by ex-SEAL commander Chuck Pfarrer. US Navy Seals subsequently stormed Osama’s compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, and shot dead the man behind the 9/11 Twin Towers terror attack, The Telegraph reports. Within weeks al-Zawahiri was named by al Qaeda as bin Laden’s successor. He has also claimed

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that the al Qaeda leader was shotdeadwithin90secondsof the raid beginning rather than killed in a 45-minute firefight, as earlier claimed. Chuck Pfarrer contradicted the official account of how the SEAL team landed and how one of their Black Hawk helicopters crashed. "Bin Laden was dead within 90 seconds of the beginning of the raid, not after an extended firefight," The Telegraph quoted Pfarrer, as saying in a statement. "Four suppressed rounds were fired," he said, adding: "The SEALs entered the building after being deposited on the roof by the lead helicopter, not from the ground." "Only minutes after bin Laden was dead did the

ATheNs, November 4 (reuTers): Prime Minister George Papandreou faces a knife-edge confidence vote on Friday, with the fate of both the nation's EU/IMF bailout deal and the global economy in the balance. After intense pressure from European leaders, the government confirmed it had dropped plans to hold a referendum on Greece's euro zone membership, which had threatened an immediate crisis in the bloc, but remained some way from saving the bailout deal. Papandreou says he announced the referendum on Monday -- sending shockwaves through world markets -- to ensure political consensus for the deal. His opponents have since said they will back it conditionally but accuse him of clinging to power. "He is clinging to the steering wheel of a car that is heading over a cliff," Yannis Mihelakis, spokesman for the conservative New Democracy party, told Mega TV. Opposition politicians want Papandreou's resignation and early elections as a price for their support for the bailout deal -- which aims not only to save Greece

from bankruptcy but prevent its problems engulfing bigger euro zone economies. For euro zone leaders -- and Greece's battle to avoid a debt default -- the worst possible outcome would be a stalemate, prolonging the agony over the 130 billion bailout which euro zone leaders agreed only last week. The omens for cooperation were not good in the hours before the vote, expected to be held late at night. On Thursday New Democracy leader Antonis Samaras dropped his opposition to the bailout, which is being pushed by Papandreou's PASOK party, on condition that a short-lived coalition government is formed to take the country to polls. That means the two main forces in Greek politics now back the deal, despite the new wave of austerity it demands -- on top of budget and pension cuts and tax rises which have pushed the economy into recession and brought Greeks on to the streets in sometimes violent protests. However, in the fractured world of Greek politics this does not ensure the package will win rapid parliamentary approval.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND

DIRECTORATE OF NEW & RENEWABLE ENERGY NAGALAND: KOHIMA

NO.DNRE/SPV-SDS/2011/1299

Dated Kohima the 3rd Nov.2011

NOTICE INVITING QUOTATION

Price quotations are invited from Empanelled SPV manufacturers/dealers of Ministry of New & Renewable Energy for the following Solar devices. Sl. Device Module Battery Luminary/Tube No Solar Lantern 12V,7 Ah, 1 10 W One 9 W CFL Model-I under STC Home Light 12V,40 Ah, 2 37 W Two CFL 9 W/11 W Model-II under STC

Home Light 12V,75 Ah, Two CFL 9 W/11 W & one 74 W Model-IV under STC Dc fan(less than 20 W) Home Light 12V, 75 Ah, 74 W Four CFL 9 W/11 W Model-V under STC The Quotation should be addressed to the Director, Department of New & Renewable Energy (DNRE), Old Industry Office building, Kohima-797001, Nagaland and should reach the office of the same on or before 19/11/2011(1:00 pm). 3

Sd/- (Er.T.S.ANGAMI) Director, New & Renewable Energy Nagaland: Kohima.

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DIRECTORATE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & COMMUNICATION No. IT/1-8/09

(Below New Secretariat) Thizama Road Nagaland: Kohima 797001 Dated 4th November 2011

Empanelment of IT Firms

Tenders are invited from interested IT Firms for empanelment for procurement of Computers & Accessories to various Governments Departments during 2011-12. Interested firms may download the detailed format and application forms from our website at http://www.itngl.nic.in. Important Dates Last Date of : 22nd November up to 12:00 noon Receiving Bids Date of Opening Bids : 22nd November 2011 at 14:00 hours (T.Tongtiliba Longkumer) Assistant Director

A pedestrian passes by flags for sale in Athens on Friday, November 4. Greek lawmakers are preparing for a crucial confidence vote in the country’s embattled Socialist government, following an international crisis sparked by a government plan to hold a referendum on Europe’s new major debt deal. (AP Photo)

Samaras made Papandreou's stepping down a condition for forming a coalition to quickly pass the bailout through parliament and cancel the referendum. Papandreou told parliament he was not tied to his post. "Papandreou must get on a helicopter and leave the country," said Marios Pomonas, 55, a lawyer. "He has disgraced the country but all he cares about is himself and his office." "Samaras is arrogant. Those two can't work together," he added, echoing many on the streets of Athens on Friday.

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DIRECTORATE OF TOURISM NAGALAND: KOHIMA

INFORMATION NO.TOUR/F&F(HORNBILL) 2001/

Dated, Kohima, the 2nd Nov’ 2011

Those entrepreneurs interested in forms for putting up Food stalls for Hornbill Festival 2011 at Naga Heritage Village Kisama are requested to collect forms from 8th to 11th Nov, 2011 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Last date of submission of application form will be 14th Nov 2011. Limited forms will be issued on first come first basis. (Purakhu Angami) Joint Director of Tourism

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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE NAGALAND: KOHIMA

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Dated Kohima, the 4th Nov, 2011.

PRESS RELEASE

My attentions has been drawn to a press statement by one S.Akutsia Pochury, Kohima under the caption ‘Pochuries deprived of their due share’ which came out in the Post Mortem Column of Nagaland Post on 4/11/11 issue. In this regard the undersigned wishes to inform all concerned that the Interview Board consisting of officers from Police, Home and P & AR had conducted the interview process under the laid down rules of the department and consequently the results were declared as per the guidelines/roster laid down by the P & AR in respect of the Backward quotas. It may be mentioned that in the said guidelines, the Chakhesang and Pochury tribes were clubbed together and given 6% of the posts and there is no separate quota for the Chakhesangs and Pochuries. Hence, in following the roster policy, the posts of the DT quota for the Chakhesang/ Pochury were given to Chakhesang candidates as per their merit in overall score secured by the candidates in the entire recruitment process. It may also be mentioned that one Pochury lady candidate Levinuo Nyuwi bearing Chest No.83 was selected to the post of UBSI(W/P) as she topped their category. There was no manipulation or favoritism during the entire recruitment process and it is hoped that all concerned will refrain from making baseless accusations. (S.T.SANGTAM)IPS ADG (Adm) & Public Relation Officer Nagaland: Kohima

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Nagaland hosts first ever national Karate c’ship DImAPur, November 4 (mexN): National Open Karate-Do Championship organised by ISKF-Kanglei Shito Ryu Karate-Do Assocaition, Nagaland commenced Friday, November 4 at the indoor badmintion stadium (State Stadium), Dimapur. Held under the aegis of International Shito Ryu Karate-Do Federation, India Branch and approved by All India Karate-Do Federation (AIKF), a total of around 150 competitors from various parts of the country are taking part in the tournament. The competitors comprise of state teams from Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Manipur, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Nagaland. According to tournament organisers, this is the first time Nagaland is organising and hosting a national

level Shito Ryu Karate-Do championship. The inaugural today was graced by Chuba Longkumer, BDO, Tening, Peren district, as the chief guest; with J Konyak, OC, West Police Station, Dimapur and Sensei Mutum Bankim Singh, all India chief instructor as guests of honour. Singh is a 5th Dan ISKF-USA, AIKF, WKF and AIKF referee and judge. Addressing the inaugural, Longkumer while dwelling on the tenets of martial arts, maintained that it is not only a discipline for self-defence or about fighting, rather it goes much beyond. It is an art which encompasses honing a whole lot of skills and virtues concerned with the mind, body and soul. “It is an art to respect others, to communicate, to discipline oneself, to tolerate, to en-

dure” and more importantly an art to maintain one’s mental equilibrium in the midst of violence, he said, while adding that martial arts has always been defensive and not offensive. He thus, urged all the participants to ever remain committed and true to the understood principles and play in the spirit of sportsmanship. The chief guest also donated a sum of Rs. 30, 000 towards the tournament while guest of honour J. Konyak donated Rs. 10, 000. The tournament will conclude on November 5. Alemtemshi Jamir, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary & Development Commissioner will be gracing the closing ceremony as the chief guest; while ADC, Niuland Hotulu Swu will be the guest of honour.

AR PROMOTES WOMEN FOOTBALL

28 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) organized the Borchand Singh Memorial Manipur University Inter College Football Tournament (Women) 201112” in conjunction with Manipur college on 07 Oct 2011 at Pishumlampak Ground near Singjamei. The tournament was inaugurated, Commander 9 Sector AR. A total of seven teams are participating in the tournament which will end on 10 Oct 11.Such efforts which will go a long way in building a friendly relationship and ushering an era of lasting peace through sports was appreciated by all participants and spectators.

“Chess For Youth” Chess Championship 2011 kohImA, November 4 (mexN): A nine member team of the Guwahati Town Club (GTC) Chess Foundation with seven male and two female players is all set to participate in the 6th Edition of the prestigious “Chess For Youth” Chess Championship 2011 schedule to be held at Kolkata from November 4 to 7 next. The prestigious event is organ-

ised by “Dibyendu Barua Chess Academy” and is a recognised academy by All India Chess Federation and West Bengal Chess Association. Among the nine selected players, two rated players including Biswajit Bharadwaj, Director, GTC, Chess Foundation and Mohit Jain would join the 9 member team comprises of the following.

Name of Players

Gender

DoB

Biswajit Bharadwaj

15:10:1986

Mohit Jain

01:06:1998

Yuvraj Chaudury

12:10:1998

Mehul Pasari

17:10:1998

Abhinav Patwary

17:01:2000

Varun Patwary

18:11:1998

Trinabh Chokhani

18:11:1998

Mayurakshi Das

27:12:2002

Unmilita Das

07:01:2002

Dimapur Premier League (T-20) DImAPur, November 4 (mexN): The Dimapur Premier T-20 league (DPL) a cricketer’s benefit series will be organised with the permission of Dimapur District Cricket Association at the DDSC ground from January 4 to 20, 2011. 16 teams shall participate in the series with ten DDCA register teams and six teams from other district of Nagaland. DPL Convenor K. H. Sukhalu

in a press release has requested interested cricket clubs to contact Avtar singh (9774724187). Registration of clubs shall be on first come first serve basis starting from 1st December to 15 th december 2011. A total number of 27 matches will be played in the tournament with a total cash prize of one lakh rupees. Coloured dress and white ball will be used during the tournament.

Beckham drives Galaxy to Western final

New York, November 4 (reuters): David Beckham had a hand in both goals as the LA Galaxy beat the New York Red Bulls 2-1 on Thursday to book a place in Major League Soccer's Western Conference final, where they will face Real Salt Lake. Trailing 1-0 from the first leg, New York levelled the tie on aggregate in just the fourth minute when English striker Luke Rodgers latched on to a superb through ball from former France striker Thierry Henry and slotted home. Rodgers, who had been at the centre of a war of words between the two teams in recent weeks, was immediately booked after a wild challenge on Beckham and was lucky to stay on the field after he aggressively kicked the ball into the crowd. The Red Bulls will have been disappointed with the way they allowed LA to restore their advantage with a Beckham corner being headed in by diminutive midfielder Mike Magee - who scored the only goal in the first leg. Rodgers went close to another goal after the break when he burst in on the left but his shot struck the side-netting and Henry was booked as New York struggled to maintain their first half tempo. The Galaxy got in front on the night from the penalty spot after Beck-

ham, with his back to goal, was needlessly fouled in the area by Roy Miller and Galaxy skipper Landon Donovan, who had a quiet night, converted the spot kick to ensure a 3-1 aggregate victory. Former England captain Beckham is in the final year of his five-year deal with the Galaxy and still searching for his first MLS title. The Galaxy, who finished with the best regular season record in MLS, have home field advantage against Salt Lake on Sunday and, if they get through that test, they then also play the final, on November 20, at their own venue. The Eastern Conference final will be between Sporting Kansas City and the Houston Dynamo after the Texan side earlier enjoyed a 1-0 win over the Philadelphia Union to also secure a 3-1 victory on aggregate. A 45th minute header from Brian Ching allowed Houston to reach their fourth conference final in the past six years. Ching nodded in a perfect glancing header on the stroke of halftime, rising to meet a curling free-kick from Brad Davis. The game was a scrappy encounter played on a poor surface in what was Dynamo's last game at Robertson Stadium before they move to their new, purpose-built arena in downtown Houston next season.

Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder David Beckham, left, of England, is fouled by New York Red Bulls defender Roy Miller during the second half of the second game of an MLS soccer Western Conference semifinal at Home Depot Center in Carson, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 3. The Galaxy won 2-1. (AP Photo)

‘I was lucky to be selected for Presidents Cup’ sINGAPore, November 4 (reuters): Former world number one Tiger Woods said on Thursday he was fortunate to have been picked by US captain Fred Couples for the Presidents Cup defence in Australia later this month. Woods, winner of 14 majors and considered one of the finest players ever, has tumbled to 56th in the world rankings and not won a single title since the explosive revelation of his marital infidelities at the end of 2009. The dramatic collapse has left many questioning his inclusion by Couples ahead of the likes of US PGA Championship winner Keegan Bradley for the matches against an International team at the Royal Melbourne club from November 17-20. "I'm honoured to be picked," Woods, who has played every Presidents Cup since 1998, told reporters in Singapore on Thursday. "Freddie had plenty of different candidates he could have chosen, I'm lucky to be on the team, we have a great team. "I know I have got four starts guaranteed and I'm looking forward to getting out there and seeing who is going to be my partner and then obviously gelling and then hopefully winning our matches." Woods, 35, finished 128th on the PGA Tour money list this season after making just nine starts following his self-imposed exile at the start of the year and knee and Achilles inju-

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In this photo released by Marina Bay Sands, Tiger Woods stands on top of the roof of the Marina Bay Sands hotel in Singapore, Thursday, Nov. 3. (AP Photo)

ries. The last of those nine starts came at the Frys.com Open last month, where he finished tied for 30th, but Woods was happy that the work he had been putting in on remodelling his swing was beginning to pay off. "I was very pleased with

what I worked on going into Fry's, unfortunately I did it in streaks, I wasn't as consistent as I wanted to be," he added. "I would get in these nice grooves for nine or 10 holes then I would lose it for two or three holes. "That is something we

have been working on, I have been playing a ton of golf at home, when I have played, a minimum of 36 holes. "So I have been getting out there and just getting my playing instincts back, something I hadn't done all summer as I have obviously been injured." Woods will have the opportunity to justify his inclusion in the team when he takes part in the Australia Open next week and the fact that he has been made joint favourite for the Sydney tournament elicited a big laugh from the American. The 2009 Australia Masters title was the last of his wins and he said hoped to emulate Sergio Garcia, who won back-to-back European Tour events last month to end a three-year title drought. "He went through a period where he struggled a little bit and he has come out the other end," Woods said. "Golf is, we play for such a long time, you know it is cyclical in that way you don't play well all the time. "We all go through it, unfortunately I have gone through it the last couple of years where I really haven't played as well as I like, made some changes in my swing and obviously I have been hurt, that kind of all added to it. "Now I'm healthy, playing again, playing more and playing consistently so I'm looking forward to the end of this year and going into next year."

5th Peren district legislature trophy 2011 underway PereN, November 4 (DIPr): The Minister for Planning and Co-ordination, Evaluation, Vety. & A.H. and Parliamentary Affairs, Nagaland T. R. Zeliang inaugurated the 5th Peren District Legislature Trophy (PDLT) 2011 on November 3 at Peren Town, local ground. Speaking at the inaugural function, the Minister congratulated the Peren District Referee Association and the Tournament Board for the successful conduct of the past four Legislators Tournament and extended his appreciation for organizing this 5th PDLT in Peren. Stressing on the importance of games and sports, he said that peace is requisite for development in all fronts and challenged them in this regard and further said that everything is possible if we change our mindset and co-operate with one another. Mentioning that sports turns enemy into friendship, he cited the examples of Japan and Korea also India and Pakistan relationships through games and sports. Stating that Nagas are second to none in the field of sports, music and dance, he narrated various examples and success story of Zeliangrong and Nagas in these areas. The function was conducted by Secretary PDRA, Heikwetgong and invocation prayer was pronounced by Rev. Suitei. Presidential address was delivered by President PDRA, Ernest Sephe and vote of thanks was delivered by Secretary Tournament committee, Suigong. Other highlights included special number presented by Woebegone, Peren winner of N.E. Rock contest 2011, lighting of tournament torch by Keyipeurai best player PDLT - 2010, Oath taking by Treasurer PDRA, Arai. Earlier the Minister also inaugurated the Gallery cum - PDRA office building. The Minister was accompanied by central NPF Gen. Secretary, Secretary NPF I/C Peren District, Peren Division NPF President, A/C President, host of public leaders and Heads of Departments amongst other. Altogether 30 teams are participating in the tournament.

CS to grace Niathu Sports Festival closing function kohImA, November 4 (DIPr): Chief Secretary Nagaland, Lalthara, IAS will grace the closing function of the on going Niathu Sports Festival at Niathu Resort, Chumukedima on November 6 at 5 pm. The sports festival is being hosted by Niathu Resort and organised by Niathu Privilage Clube in collaboration with the Department of Youth Resources & Sports, Nagaland Tennis Association, Nagaland Volleyball Association, Nagaland Snooker & Billards Association and Diampur District Sports Council.

IIM Shillong initiates talk on sports development

shIlloNG, November 4 (AGeNcIes): IIM Shillong through the Centre for Development of North Eastern Region (CEDNER) organized a half day Stakeholders Discussion on “Effective Sports Management: A Catalyst for Performance” in the institute campus on November 4. Key office bearers from all the Sports Associations in Meghalaya participated in the discussion. Welcoming the participants, Prof. Ashoke K Dutta, Director of IIM Shillong, highlighted this event as a part of the institute’s ongoing concern for the development of the North East as already initiated under its Centre for Development of North Eastern Region (CEDNER).He proposed a business model for Sports development and management for gainful employment generation in the state of Meghalaya. During the introductory remark, Prof AK Dutta enunciated the progress of sporting activities in Meghalaya while observing that despite the abundance of talent available there was still much room for professionalizing various fields and disciplines of sporting activities, stressing on the need of elements such as responsibilities and mandate, structure and organization, processes and information, and performance assessment and accountability to be realized as an interactive and interconnected system within the different organizations. The highlight of the discussion was a live video conference with Prof Douglas Michele

Prof AK Dutta along with members of IIM Shillong and participants from Sporting Associations of Meghalaya

Turco of Drexel University, USA, an expert in the field of sports management and research and development who spoke on Sport Research and Development as a winning proposition. Incidentally, Prof Turco has been involved with the Commonwealth Games, US Open Golf Championship, FIFA World Cup, ICC Cricket World Cup and a host of other global sporting events. Prof. Turco has been associated with IIM Shillong’s pioneering initiative on Sports

Management and has made several visits to the North East before. In his presentation he highlighted the importance of collaborative academic research in this regard identifying multiple research areas like Market Research, Feasibility Studies etc through tie ups between sports associations and academic institutions. “This way the sports manager gets much better equipped to assess market potential and develop new products and services.” Prof. Turco was highly optimistic about

the potential of Sports assets in the North East and suggested development of off- mainstream sports events for the North East in due consideration of her bountiful natural resources. This was followed by an engaging online discussion between him and the participants covering multiple levels of the associations from the grass root to the top. Attended by leaders of various sporting federations and associations of Meghalaya, the one day meet was well appreciated for

providing thought provoking dimensions towards sports and the possible research and developmental aspects, which could boost the functioning of the different sporting bodies. Joe Marwein and Ian Khongmen of the Meghalaya Swimming Association felt, “that IIM Shillong must continue taking the agenda forward. While we know that there are problems, IIM Shillong can share its expertise through its on ground commitment to help make a difference.” Naba Bhattacharya, representing the Meghalaya Cricket Association and who was actively involved in roping the participants opined, “It is time various bodies meet regularly and come up with a unified solutions to a unified problems. It is nice to know that we can bank upon the IIM to look for expert advice, and bring in a palpable change in the scenario of sports development” Lorenzo Warjri of the Meghalaya Judo Association while lauding the initiative taken by IIM Shillong observed that “though short, the program was full of learning. We need to remain committed and IIM S can be the driving force.” The session concluded with identification of the role of IIM Shillong in this venture by way of exploring future possibilities of imparting training to the members of the associations around areas like skills enhancement, funds mobilization and management, and event management. The session was conducted by Prof. Sanjoy Mukherjee of IIM Shillong.

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judges of the naga orpheus hunt 2011

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RUDY WALLANG: Born into a musical household Rudy took to the art very early in his life. He grew up listening to his father Toto Wallang make music and thus started singing and playing the ukulele at a very tender age. He eventually graduated to playing the guitar and became a proud owner of the instrument at the age of 13 when his mom Shiela gifted him one. With a musical association that dates back to the first decade of his life Rudy is a Blues guitar player/singer/songwriter and most prominently leads the famed band, Soulmate from Shillong. Any Indian in tune with the Western music scene in the country would not fail to recognize Rudy Wallang with the niche that he has carved. Rudy is also one of the foremost blues guitar players/ singer / songwriters in the country and has been a part of the well known blues rock acts, Great Society & Mojo. He has performed numerous concerts all over India, The US (Memphis, Boulder, Manitou Springs, Rhode Island, Manhattan and Washington DC), France, Norway, Dubai, Nepal, Singapore and Indonesia with his band SoulMate Rudy was adjudged the ‘Best Guitar Player’ at the 2009 Jack Daniel’s Awards and endorses Greg Bennett Guitars, Xotic Effects- USA and D’Addario Electric Guitar Strings- USA. Recently, Soulmate has been offered to endorse AKG In-ear monitors, microphones and wireless guitar systems. Apart from having a wealthy experience in music Rudy believes that “music should come from deep inside your soul and if you believe in yourself, nothing can stop you from making your dreams come true”. BAMBI KEVICHUSA: Being from a family of musicians, Bambi Kevichusa started singing, writing songs and playing the piano at a very young age. She also began performing in rock bands during her high school days, and later went on to join LYSTRA, a gospel rock band in Kohima, as keyboardist and vocalist. Bambi also spent a few years in Chennai as the keyboardist of Blood and Fire, a Heavy Rock Christian Band co-writing several songs and performing in various cities of India, including Mumbai. A Fashion Designer by profession, Bambi feels that the lines between Music, Art, Poetry and Fashion are fluid and almost non existent, because they are all different expressions of the Creative Arts, all of which are from one source that is, The Creator. These days, apart from being a Judge for the Naga Orpheus Hunt, 2011, Bambi is “trying to put together a book of poems, which may or may never be published”, and accompanying her drum - banging 3 year old son on the guitar during his impromptu singing sessions.

TALI ANGH: Tali Angh has a Masters degree in Biotechnology from Bangalore University, is the proprietor of Mount Carmel School, Longleng, a songwriter and an inspiring singer. He is married to Jungtina Jamir and is the frontman of the Tali Angh Band. He is the Judge of the Naga Orpheus Hunt for the second consecutive season. Music, he believes has no reservation and price- tag as long as there is a purpose and an opportunity to make a positive impact. His genre of music falls under Christian Contemporary Soft Melodic rock and he claims that his music and songs are derived from the intimate relationship that he shares with the creator. Tali considers the passion that he has for music as the passion that drives him to do many other things in life. He is a Singer who does not attach fame and money to the art but perceives it comes to one and stays for a purpose only if its moral responsibility is understood. Like any other inspiring singer Tali wishes to cut an album and after waiting for about four years he is now prayerfully planning to have the much awaited album before the end of 2013.

Saturday 5 November 2011

Dimapur

Prince William's wife in pregnancy riddle

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he Duchess of Cambridge was at the centre of a pregnancy riddle last night after refusing to eat peanut paste during a royal engagement. Kate, 29, turned down the protein snack as she and hubby William joined the Danish Crown Prince and his wife at a famine relief depot. For years government experts urged mums-to-be to avoid peanuts, fearing a link to allergies. Wills, Prince Frederik and Princess Mary tucked into the paste, used in UNICEF relief boxes. But Kate politely declined — and was filmed giving William an odd look, hinting they knew something their hosts did not. Her behaviour in Copenhagen on Wednesday appeared even stranger after her official spokesman insisted Kate is not allergic to nuts. One onlooker said: "The Duchess does not have a nut allergy, nor is it like her to appear rude. The only explanation is that she is pregnant and has been told — like many expectant mothers — to avoid nuts." As a result of the refusal, bookies Ladbrokes suspended betting on Wills and Kate having a baby before the Queen's Diamond Jubilee next June. Palace sources admitted the incident could fuel speculation. But one senior source said: "Pregnancy is not the only explanation. The Duchess is still new to appearing in front of the cameras at official events.

Hornbill Festival 2011: action points decided

co-ordination meeting with the concerned Departments in connection with the celebration of Hornbill Festival was held in the residential office of the Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio on September 13. The meeting was attended by the AHODs & HODs of concerned Departments. The discussion was initiated by Commissioner & Secretary, Tourism Department, I. Himato Zhimomi. In the meeting the following action points were discussed and decided: the Director, NEZCC has agreed to facilitate the cultural activities on the December 2 dedicated to the North Eastern Region. The Industries Department suggested that the Department be allowed to select the Entrepreneurs for the Handicrafts and Handloom sector. The Chief Minister agreed to it and stated that no TA/ DA should be paid for participants and also added that participation should be on commercial terms as

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the Festival was perfect venue for advertising and selling their goods. Horticulture Department was informed to organize a Flower Show and Exhibition-cum-sale of Fruits and Vegetables as previous years. It was decided to entrust YRS Department/XL Nagaland/various concerned associations for organizing the Naga Indigenous Games such as Naga Chilly Eating Competition, Greased Bamboo pole climbing, Archery, Naga Wrestling, Kick Boxing, “Top” spinning etc. Another new addition in the indigenous games category this year will be the Cured Pork Fat Eating Contest. It was also decided that the Convoy of the “World War -II Vintage Rally” proposed to be organized on December 2, with Niathu Resort, Chumukedima as the starting point of the Convoy of Antique vehicles such as Jeeps, Bedfords, Dodges, with participants dressed in World War-II Battle Fatigues and dummy arms shall proceed to World War-II

Museum at Kisama. It was further decided that the NAMSA (Nagaland Adventure & Motor Sports Association) shall be responsible for organizing the Convoy as well as publicity preceding the Event. The Chief Minister also instructed the Tourism / Industries Department that the Food Courts should not only serve Indian and Continental but few Food Stalls should be selected for serving Naga Cuisine. The “Hornbill Charity Ball” will be organized as previous year, at the Heritage Bamboo Hall on December 3. Art & Culture Department would continue with running of an Archives Stall for sale and display of their publication in Naga Heritage Village Kisama. Utilization/Allocation of Hornbill Bamboo Hall was decided as follows: December 3- Hornbill Charity Ball, December 4- Hornbill Fashion Show, December 5- Hornbill Literature Festival and December 7-Hornbill Photo Competition.

The Chief Minister Nagaland also informed that Bamboo Mission is to set up a Bamboo Cross at Mt. Kisama and the expenditure will be borne by the concerned department. A Painter's Corner will be set up where professional painters will paint portraits of Naga Heritage Village, Kisama etc. It was also decided to keep the venue for the Hornbill Music Festival at the IG Stadium. In lieu of the music festival venue change, it was decided to request the respective Tribal Hohos to bring folk musicians/fusion musicians in their respective Morungs to entertain visitors during the evenings at the Hornbill Festival. Every Morung is to be requested to set up commercial Counter for Exhibition-cumsale of indigenous products. It was decided to have the usual “NIGHT BAZAR” (Razhu Point to old Taxi Stand) Lighting from Mission Compound point to Taxi Stand has to be done by Power department.

Kim Kardashian to return wedding gifts?

ocialite Kim Kardashian is being forced to return her wedding gifts and freebies following her shock split from Kris Humphries. The reality TV star’s announcement that she is seeking divorce from her husband of 73 days has not gone down well with some of her friends in high places. “Kim was sent a lot of free clothes, jewellery and other items because of the exposure around her wedding and at least some of that is now wanted back,” reveals a source close to the star. “There are also fees she and Kris were paid in connection with their wedding ceremony and its rights that may well now be recouped. It’s going to be one big mess.” Meanwhile, Kim has insisted she didn’t get married for her reality TV show.

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Nagaland girls kick start the auditions, in Dimapur at Jumping Bean café for one of the most coveted Fashion Contest of the Northeast, Pond’s White Beauty Naturals Eclectic Model Hunt 2011.

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Niathu Sports Festival (Day 1 results) Volleyball Men Assam Terriers - defeated - Global Open University XI IR (NAP) - defeated Native Spiker Falcon Club Mangkolumba - defeated - 13 IR (NAP) Eliexer Kiruphema defeated - SP VII DEF Kohima Anal Saidong - defeated 5 Sector AR Volleyball HQ 3rd Corps - defeated - Sumi Vision Club Dimapur Odous Club - defeated Chosen Boys Club 9th IRB Saijang - defeated - 4th NAP (Till 7 pm… Matches to be continued even after 7 pm) Volleyball Women Lamkang Snu Lop Dimapur - defeated Salulamong Students Union K D VA ( K o h i m a ) defeated - Zeni Kro Dimapur Poumai Trinity Senapati - defeated - SKUD Dimapur Off Season Club Dimapur - defeated - Xuivi Students’ Union K D VA ( K o h i m a ) defeated - Lamkang Karchu Knao Kunpun Zeni Kro Dimapur - defeated - SKUD Dimapur Off Season Club Dimapur - defeated - Salulamang Students’ Union Lamkang Karchu Knao Kunpun - defeated Poumai Trinity Senapati Lamkang Snu Lop Dimapur – defeated – Xuivi Students’ Union

NBA to build 100 basketball courts in India in next five years

MUMB AI, NOVEMBER 4 (PTI): As part of its commitment to the development of the game in India, National Basketball Association (NBA) is aiming to build 100 courts across the country within the next five years and to increase the scope of the Mahindra NBA Challenge to 10 cities. "Our ultimate aim is to make basketball the number two sport in the country (after cricket). We are seeking to do that by making a sustainable grassroots program in a minimum of 10 cities in India. We are looking to do that through school-based platforms," senior director of development for NBA India, Akash Jain, told reporters. "We are looking for partners to build infrastructure for the same and have a goal of building a 100 basketball courts in India over the next five years," he added. Asked whether NBA India has inked a deal with anyone for building infrastructure in the country, he said, "Not at this point.

Niathu sports festival underway

Results of Niathu Sports Festival 4th to 6th Nov’11. 1. Billiards a. Martin Vs Dr. John b. S.HaraluVs Justin c. Henry VsHika Aye d. John Calvin VsHowoto e. VikisheVsAlunHangsing f. HikaVs Martin g. Mathew PienyuVsSamen h. SangaVsAtsu

(101 by 69. Won by Martin) 1st Round (83 by 101. Won by Justin) 2nd Round (48 by 101. Won by Hika Aye) 1st Round (93 by 101. Won by Howoto) 2nd Round (101 by 73. Won by Vikishe) 1st Round (49 by 102.Won by Martin ) 2nd Round (100 by 92. Won by Mathew) 2nd Round ( Won by Sanga)1st Round

a. Alfa beat Khriemetuo (score 6-0, 6-4) b. Abijit beat Avinash (score 6-2, 6-2) c. Vikhozolie beat Nousi (score 6-1, 6-2) d. Zhaputso beat Kevingu (score 6-3, 6-4) e. Vitsizolie beat Asetso (score 6-1, 6-1) f. Mhalevilie beat Petevilie (score 6-1, 6-3) g. Gaigeng beat Sunil Kumar (score 6-1, 6-0)

2. Tennis Men’s Singles

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(NizhetoAwomi) District Sports Officer Dimapur.

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Players in action at the opening match of the Neithou Sport Festival at Chumkidema, Nagaland on Friday, November 04. (Photo by Caisii Mao)

DIMAPUR, NOVEMBER 4 (MExN): The second edition of Niathu Sports Festival, organized by Niathu Privilege Club, kicked off Friday with last year’s festival champion Assam Terriers beating Global Open University in two straight sets (25-19 and 25-17) in the men’s volleyball. In women’s volleyball, Lamkang Snu Lop Dimapur also outplayed Salulemang Students’ Union in straight sets (25-10 and 2516) in the opening match. Earlier, GOC 3 Corps, Lt Gen Dalbir Singh, the chief guest of the inaugural function of the festival held at Niathu Resort, Chumukedima, said sports is an im-

portant part of one’s life as it inculcates in a person discipline, quick response and team spirit. The general who is also a former national polo player hoped that the event will not only provide an opportunity to the youths to display their talents but that they can be identified and groomed for national and international sporting events. Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu, who acted as the chief host of the sports festival in lieu chief minister Neiphiu Rio, who could not turn up due to the latter’s engagement in Delhi, said that the festival was

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the brainchild of the chief minister. Azo said that the main objectives of the Niathu Sports Festival are; to be part of corporate social responsibility, sto provide a platform to youths to showcase their talents and, to identify local talents and nurture them for higher pursuits in the identified sports disciplines. Besides tennis, volleyball and billiards, another addition in this year’s festival is angling, with more than 300 anglers registering for the completion so far. Commissioner & Secretary, Abieu Kire chaired the inaugural programme and Niathu Privilege Club member Ato Yepthomi proposed vote of thanks.

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