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Political turmoil brews in Arunachal as 18 Congress MLAs resign

ET CAPSULES Hindu Jagaran Mancha demands ban on cow slaughter and illegal transportation Golaghat, Oct 5: Hindu Jagaran Mancha Golaghat District Committee has demanded an immediate ban on illegal transportation and slaughtering of cows. The organisation in a press release stated that the cow is considered to be a holy animal in the Hindu tradition.

It is closely associated in the Indian culture. So in many parts of India cow is worshipped as a Goddess. In the Assamese society and culture also, the cow is worshipped on the Bohag Bihu. For all these reasons it is very unfortunate that this holy animal is slaughtered, transported to other states or countries in an inhuman manner.

To stop and ban such inhuman activities the Hindu Jagaran Mancha Golaghat District Committee has submitted a memorandum to the DC. (Correspondent)

Speaker accepts resignation of 2 – Wanglam Sawin and Gabriel D. Wangsu Ripunjoy Das Dibrugarh, Oct 5

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After all, everything might not be all hunky-dory in the upper echelons of power as far as the ruling Congress government in Arunachal Pradesh is concerned. Although the participants in a daylong orientation programme on national and state flagship schemes organised today by Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) posed for a happy pic-

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posts and the other being a move allegedly initiated by people like parliamentary secretary for IPR and MLA Bamang Felix to gather support against Nabam Tuki and seek a change in leadership in the government. Things have reached to such an extent that 18 MLAs of the ruling Congress party under the leadership have reportedly expressed their willingness to resign if Tuki does not step down.

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doing the rounds for the turmoil this time – the main among them is intense pressure mounted upon the MLAs from Tirap, Changlang and Longding by the NSCN (I-M) to resign from their respective ○

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In a major political development, BJP leader Himanta Biswa Sarma today hinted that he might also contest from Samaguri in the next state assembly election slated to be held next year. Sarma was today given a rousing welcome at the areas within the Samaguri constituency, which is held by Rakibul Hussain, once his great friend and now

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senior BJP leader. AGP’s Atul Sarma had won from Samaguri in 1996. Meanwhile in another major political development, and yet another shot in the arm for the BJP, AGP’s strongman and senior MLA from Sootea, Padma Hazarika will be joining the saffron party by the end of October. “This shows that the Congress is now nothing but a sinking ship, and the end for the party in Assam is just very near,” said Himanta Biswa Sarma. ○

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All Assam Moran Students Union took out a torch march in Tinsukia town. The march started from Dak Bunglow at Thana Charali and crossed through GNB Road, AT Road before it concluded.

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DC initiates Drug Awareness drive, calls on churches to participate

Create space for civil society in Democracy

In an effort to transform the lives of drug addicts, Deputy Commissioner, Mon W. Honje Konyak called upon

The link between democracy and human rights is captured in article 21(3) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which states:

Rs.22,000 cr invested by Tata Steel in Odisha projects Tata Steel is set to commission the first phase of its Kalinganagar plant, where it has invested

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Rishu Kalantri Tinsukia, Oct 5

Terming the incident of delivery of a baby girl by a nomadic woman on a footpath at the most crowded Thana Charali in Tinsukia town as very shameful not just for the

government but also for the society, intellectuals said that it is a reason to worry in view of where the society is headed.

Nothing can explain the occurrence of such an incident as everyone right from the watchdogs in the form of "so-called" 'NGO's to social welfare department, government to soci-

ety everyone miserably failed in safeguarding the rights and respect of a woman, they added.

In the meantime, in an exclusive interview with The Eastern Today, Contd. on Page 4

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the churches to own the responsibility and take the initiative. He was speaking as a special guest at the opening program of De-addiction Camp 2015 organized by the Mon User's Network at APMC campus, Mon on October 3.

"The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of government; this shall be expressed in periodic and genuine elections which shall be by universal and equal suffrage and shall be held by secret vote or by equivalent free voting procedures".

Rs.22,000 crore so far, in the next fiscal. The Kalinganagar project in Odisha is being established in two modules of three million tonnes each and would roll out highend flat products.

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Efforts on to make tea industry climate-smart Kolkata, Oct 5

A PROJECT TO MAKE TEA CLIMATE SMART ØA project has been launched

At a time when climatechange is impacting tea-cultivation in a major way, efforts are on to make tea estates climate-smart so that the industry develops resilience to uncertain and negative climate change impact.

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The Dibrugarh district administration today undertook an eviction drive in some areas which were illegally encroached upon by certain people. The drive was started from the Graham Bazar area

Dibrugarh which inundated 22 wards under Dibrugarh Municipal Board and it was the worst flood seen by the people.

“We have started the eviction drive to clear the illegal encroachment done by the people.

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and 53 extensions of the shops were evicted by the concerned department. The areas that came under the eviction drive include Graham Bazar, Jain Mandir Road, Tinkunia, Red Cross road, etc. The illegal encroachments along the DTP drain were also evicted by the department. Recently, flood has created devastation in

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arrested all three involved – including the father Lokam

brother Gangte Taniang later sold the minor to one Gangte Togbe, a differently abled person for an amount of Rs.1.5 lakh

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uncle Lokam Nai on October 2 at Itanagar Women Police Station stating that the family had information about the child confined at the residence of one Hillang Takio at Koloriang

from Tarla village, was allegedly sold by her father Lokam Tagi on September 3 last to one Gangte Tado of Leel Village of the district for a sum of Rs.30,000.

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Lokam Yakti, a child An FIR was lodged by her

A 7-year-old girl, allegedly sold off by his father in remote Kurung Kumey district of Arunachal Pradesh a month ago, was rescued during a raid which also netted three accused of a girl trafficking racket. A police officer said on Sunday that Lokam Yakti, the child from Tarla village, was allegedly sold by her father Lokam Tagi on September 3 last to one Gangte Tado of Leel ○

Village of the district for a sum of Rs.30,000. Tado along with his brother Gangte Taniang later sold the minor to one Gangte Togbe, a differently abled person for an amount of Rs.1.5 lakh, the officer said.

Police came to know about the developments after they were on the missing child's trail following an FIR lodged by her uncle Lokam Nai on October 2 at Itanagar Women Police Station stating that the family had information about

A MISSING CHILD’S TRAIL

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7-year-old girl sold off by father in Arunachal, rescued in raid

by the Tea Research Association along with Southampton University on climate-smartening tea plantation landscapes, which would run for two years.

ØThe project is investigating the impact of climate change on tea production and livelihoods in North-East India, revolving around climate variability, land-management practices and climate-smart agriculture practices.

Ø Climate-risk is high in

Assam, ranging from annual flooding of the Brahmaputra river due to intense monsoon rains and soil water-logging, to winter precipitation deficits with seasonal droughts. ØAs yield is directly associated with revenue, changing climate is also likely to impact economic structures of those reliant on tea, particularly the smallholders given their increased vulnerability to changes in the system.

All Assam Moran Students Union central committee president Arunjyoti Moran said that the this antiAssamese gazetted notification issued by centre Contd. on Page 4 ○

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Akhil Gogoi to form third front within 1 month to counter Cong-BJP ET Correspondent Golaghat, Oct 5

Krishok Mukti Sangram Samiti and Gana Mukti Sangram, Assam shall form a third front within a month to counter Congress and BJP in the upcoming elections. It was stated by KMSS and Gana Mukti Sangram's leader Akhil Gogoi. He said that the recent incident at Titabor where many people got injured due to unethical politics by Congress is condemnable. The Congress makes false promises and always make a fool of the common people. Also the BJP is not an exception to this. Therefore it is high time to form a third front to wipeout both the Cong and BJP in the upcoming elections. The third front will consist of leaders of regional parties, leftist parties and tribal organisations.

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Organizations under Moran Student’s Union bring out torch-lit procession against Centre’s decision on Hindu migrants

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A snapshot of the protest rally held at Namsai today to register protest against grant of citizenship to Chakma-Hajong.

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Margherita, Oct 5: All Tai Ahom Students' Union (ATASU) Margherita Regional Committee have expressed concern over the rampant illegal coal mining at Aradhora, Namdang Colliery under North Eastern Coal Fields, Coal India Limited Margherita.

ATASU Margherita Regional Committee leaders have posed a question that at Margherita Region if illegal coal mining work has been stopped totally by the District Administration then who has given permission to ply 10 to 15 twelvewheeler trucks fully loaded with illegal coals daily which come from Aradhora, Namdang Colliery Margherita. Coal India Limited, Margherita and both the Assam and Central Governments are incurring heavy revenue loss daily in the wake of alleged illegal coal mining at Aradhora Namdang Colliery, Margherita, said a member of ATASU, Margherita Regional Committee to this correspondent. "What is Margherita Administration doing to stop illegal coal mining at Aradhora?"

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arch rival. Sarma, whose constituency Jalukbari is very secured, he having won the 2011 assembly election by a margin of over 70,000 votes, might look at Samaguri as a second constituency. “Sarma has a good chase of winning there as well as there is a sizeable number of anti congress voters, and besides this, it will be an added advantage for the BJP, as Hussain will be stuck within his constituency and will not be able to campaign for other candidates,” said a

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A protest rally was held against the 17 September verdict of the Honourable Supreme Court granting citizenship to the Chakma-Hajong settled in Arunachal Pradesh.

The rally was organised by All Tai Khampti Singpho Students’ Union (ATKSSU) in collaboration with the Joint Action Committee on Chakma-Hajong Issue Namsai (JACCHIN). The Adi Bane Kebang (Women Wing) Namsai District Unit, Adi Bane Kebang, Namsai and Lohit District Unit, Galo Welfare Society, Namsai District Unit and Deori Tribe Welfare Association, Mahadevpur also extended support and participated in the rally.

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Jorhat, Oct 5: Dr. Lakhoyahira Das, a writer, lyricist, composer, and educationist has been selected for Gana Silpi Award 2015.

The award is conferred in memory of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika by the All Assam Unnayan Parishad. Dr. Das will be given the award on Nov 9th, 2015. The award carries a trophy, cash, citation, celeng chaddar, and a gamusa. The award will be given by former Assam police DGP GN Srivastava and Assam agricultural University VC Dr. Kamal Mallav Buzarbaruah at a glittering function at Jorhat.

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Gana Silpi Award honour for Dr. Lakhyohira Das

Breaking this news exclusively before, ‘The Eastern Today’, Wanglam Sawin, and the MLA from Khonsa (East) said that Felix and some ‘other people’ took the signature of 18 MLA including himself on Sept. 16 on a common resignation letter.

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Rally held at Namsai to register protest against grant of citizenship to Chakma-Hajong

sively before, ‘The Eastern Today’, Wanglam Sawin, and the MLA from Khonsa (East) said that Felix and some ‘other people’ took the signature of 18 MLA including himself on Sept. 16 on a common resignation letter. “However, the matter was under discussion.

When people from my constituency came to know about the development, a meeting was held in Khonsa on Sept.

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DIBRUGARH, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6

Chinese President Jinping 'says no' to naming Mark Zuckerberg's unborn child

Nepali Congress, CPN-UML to field own premiership candidates Kathmandu, Oct.5: Leaders of the Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML have decided to field their own candidates for the premiership of the next government. Nepali Congress office bearers have, according to a report by The Himalayan Times, decided to begin the groundwork for garnering support of other parties for their candidate to lead the next government.

The Standing Committee of the UML has decided to name its Chairman K P Sharma Oli as the party's prime ministerial candidate.

According to The Himalayan Times, the Unified CPNMaoist is expected to play the kingmaker's role, as the Nepali Congress and the UML will need its support to attain a majority in the Parliament. The UCPN-M, however, has stressed that the three parties must not be divided on government formation, said UCPN-M leader Narayan Kaji Shrestha. The UCPN-M is ready to support an Oli-led government if the Nepali Congress supports the same. However, it has not decided what to do if both NC and UML claimed the PM's post. Meanwhile, Nepali Congress spokesperson Dilendra Prasad Badu was quoted by the paper, as saying that the UML has deviated from the spirit of past "gentlemen agreements" and public commitments."The NC has yet to decide who will be the party's prime ministerial candidate. It will be decided after further consultations," Badu was quoted, as saying further. (ANI )

Shanghai, Oct. 5: Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg was left disappointed when Chinese President Xi Jinping refused his request to name his unborn child at a White House dinner last week.With Facebook still banned in China, the President remained unyielding to Zuckerberg as he turned down his request for a Chinese name for his child, the shanghaiist.com said.Zuckerberg was seated at

A snap from the inaugural ceremony of centenery celebration of Jorhat Sahitya Sabha. Pic - Nekib Ahmed

Madhesi agitators continue with Nepal-India border sit-in protest over flawed Constitution Gaur-Baignia (Nepal), Oct.5 : Madheshi agitators seem to be in no mood to withdraw their ongoing protest against what they have termed as a flawed new Constitution.They are continuing with their blockade in some parts along the Indo-Nepal border, with some of them staging the sit in no man's land. The Madheshi leaders have warned that their agitation will continue till their demands are not met by the Nepal Government.On Sunday, according to a Himalayan Times report, top leaders of the parties that are a part of the United Democratic Madhesi Front (UDMF) reviewed the ongoing agitation that has been on the Terai districts of Nepal since midAugust.According to the

party joint secretary Witting Mawsor.

Sources informed that the party Central Executive Committee (CEC) is scheduled to meet on October 6 to decide on the new leader who will lead the party to the 2018 Assembly elections. According to sources, the CEC would be proposing the name of the new leader at the General Council meeting to be held in Shillong on October 23. Moreover, party sources informed that there is consensus among the party top leaders including party vice president (Ardent)

Free heart checkup camp at Doomdooma ET Correspondent Doomdooma, Oct 5: A free heart checkup camp was organised by Doomdooma branch of Maharaja Agrasen Seva Samiti to mark the 5140th birth anniversary of Maharaja Agrasen who is the founder of the Agrawal community and the 50th death anniversary of Late Sampat Lal Kesan at Marwari Panchayati Bhawan Doomdooma today.

It was organised in joint collaboration of Kesan family of Molan Tea Estate and RC Agrawal Memorial Hospital Tinsukia. The camp was formally inaugurated by Durgadutt Kesan, the son of

local daily, the Chairman of Terai Madhesh Democratic Party, Mahantha Thakur, FSFN Chairman Upendra Yadav, Sadbhawana Party Co-Chairman Laxman Lal Karna and Chairman of Tarai Madhesh Sadbhawana Party Mahendra are likely to sketch out a new strategy in the wake of the government

inviting all agitating parties for talks to address their concerns regarding the provisions in the newly promulgated Constitution.On Sunday, over 100 trucks, carrying essential goods and petroleum products entered Nepal from India, ensuring some respite for the people who are grappling with a shortage of fuel and

Late Kesan at 10 am by lighting the ceremonial lamp. As part of the proceedings, cardiologist Dr Pranab Paul and his associates conducted free blood sugar test, ECG and blood pressure was also tested. A total of 50 people were benefitted. The group of doctors were facilitated with mementos at the end of the camp. The president of MAS Dinesh Goyal and Gopal Kesan addressed the facilitation ceremony. Bhawani Mandhania delivered vote of thanks. The convenor Harsh Beriwal and Sandip Agrawal expressed their gratitude to one and all.

that the post of the president should go to the leader who is acceptable to all.

Party sources also revealed that both Pangngiang and Nongsiej are not very keen to take over the post of the president since they have already indicated that they would like to work and concentrate for the growth of the party in West Khasi Hills especially with the demise of the party supremo. According to party sources, majority of the leaders in West Khasi Hills have already made their point very

clear that they have no problem to have a president from other districts of the State who can build the base of the party in Ri-Bhoi and Jaiñtia Hills where the presence of the party is almost negligible. “The party is already eyeing the 2018 elections. Every leader understands that they have to be flexible in their stand if they want the party to perform well especially with over two years left for the upcoming Assembly election,” party sources said. According to party sources, the party leaders are also eyeing to see a young and

other essential commodities due to the blockade of key trading points along the Nepal-India border by protesters objecting to the new Constitution.Fifty of the 100 trucks entered Nepal from India through the Bhairahawa-Sunauli check-point, while others entered from the BiratnagarJogbani trading point. About 140 trucks entered Nepal from India on Saturday.The Raxaul-Birjung check point, which is the main entry point on the Indo-Nepal border, continues to be obstructed, making life harder for the people.India's Ambassador to Nepal Ranjit Rae reportedly met Prime Minister Sushil Koirala on Sunday to discuss issues related to the ongoing blockade and resumption of supplies from the Indian side. (ANI)

A project has been launched by the Tea Research Association along with Southampton University on climate-smartening tea plantation landscapes, which would run for two years. It is funded by the UK-India Research Initiative.

The project is investigating the impact of climate change on tea production and livelihoods in North-East India, revolving around climate variability, land-management practices and climate-smart agriculture practices. It may be mentioned here that tea is a rain-fed perennial crop, which provides the main ingredient for one of the world’s most important beverages. It supports livelihoods across the

humid regions of south and south-east Asia and east Africa. The physiology of tea plants is closely linked to external environmental and climatic factors (elevation, precipitation, temperature, soil moisture, temperature and fertility, light duration and intensity, humidity, shelter, shade and CO2 concentration) and any adversity in these conditions can significantly impact yield, revenue and livelihood security. Rainfall has traditionally been plentiful for growing tea, especially in India but with recent changes in the climate, surface and ground water are becoming important irrigation systems.

Climate-risk is high in Assam, ranging from annual flooding of the Brahmaputra river due to intense monsoon rains and

dynamic leader who can take the party to newer heights. Meanwhile, party sources revealed that the party leadership in West Khasi Hills has already instructed its party leaders of various units of Nongstoin constituency to start the exercise of holding consultation to select the party candidate who would contest the bye-election from Nongstoin. Party sources said that as things stand at present, the party is likely to field party general secretary from West Khasi Hills (Nongsiej) who is currently the party MDC from Nongstoin constituency.

Tripura to build 8,000 houses to rehabilitate jhumia tribals Agartala, Oct 5: Tripura government will construct 8000 houses to rehabilitate shifting cultivators, who are mainly living in the tree-top houses (Tong ghar) in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomus District Council Areas constituting two-thirds of the state territory. Chief Minister Manik Sarkar announced that state government would provide houses to hardcore Jhumia tribals (shifting cultivators) in the state by 2018 during a review meeting on developments in the TTAADC areas at Khumulwung, about 30 km

from here yesterday. Altogether 8000 houses would be constructed by the funds from the state government's own welfare scheme, an official said quoting the Chief Minister. Sarkar further announced that the local hospital at Khumulwung would be upgraded from a rural hospital to a sub-divisional hospital, sources of more drinking water to be created and road connectivity would be improved there. "With the fast increase of population in the state, the areas under agricultural land is shrinking. Plenty of agricul-

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reportedly turned down the request to put forward a name for the Facebook founder's unborn baby girl, saying that it would be "too much responsibility."Other guests at the state dinner included Apple CEO Tim Cook, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, former Oracle CEO Larry Ellison and and Dreamworks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg.

(ANI)

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HSPDP in search of new president after late HS Lyngdoh ET Correspondent Shillong, Oct 5: The oldest state political party in the State, the Hill State People Democratic Party (HSPDP) is still undecided who will take over the post of the president with the demise of its party supremo Hoping Stone Lyngdoh recently.

Among the frontrunners who would take over the leadership include party vice president Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit, West Khasi Hills party president KP Pangngiang, West Khasi Hills party general secretary LG Nongsiej and

the head table with United States President Barack Obama and his family and Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at the state dinner, which was attended by several figures from the US tech and media sectors.According to reports, Zuckerberg spoke in Mandarin to the president, asking him whether or not he would do him and his wife the honor of giving his child an honorary Chinese name.Xi

soil water-logging, to winter precipitation deficits with seasonal droughts. Regional trends indicate annual mean minimum temperatures have increased and annual mean precipitation has decreased, particularly in Assam. Such impacts will have a significant effect on tea crop productivity and directly affect the livelihoods of dependent communities as Assam contributes 50 per cent of India’s 1,200- odd million kg. The effects, which were noticed over the last few years, seem to have become pronounced over the last three years or so leading an industry honcho to say: “it is no longer climate change...it is climate chaos”. ITA officials said that the weather was hardly following any pattern.

Crop-loss has become almost

the norm across the world’s tea growing regions. India too has suffered. What worries the industry most is that although it has so far not experienced any major crop loss, tea quality is suffering and pest-attacks are increasing. Due to climate change, there has been crop loss during seasons when some of the best teas are harvested (spring and early monsoon). However, broad-scale climate-landscape modelling predicts that tea yields in northeast India are expected to decline by up to 40 per cent by 2050. As yield is directly associated with revenue, changing climate is also likely to impact economic structures of those reliant on tea, particularly the smallholders given their increased vulnerability to changes in the system. (Agencies)

tural land is available in TTAADC where irrigation facilities should be extended to bring more land under agriculture", Sarkar said. Chief Minister asked the officials to implement 90 per cent of irrigation projects in the tribal council areas. He also announced a package of Rs.50 lakh for the development of sports there. The tribal council area is formed with the 68 per cent of total land of the state which is the home to tribals who constitute onethird of the state's population.

(Agencies)

Lost I have lost my HSLC Admit Card (Old Course) bearing Roll NoLakhimpur-138 of the year 1977 Dharmeswar Sonowal S/o Late Muhidhar Sonowal Vll -Khaga Tinikhuti PO - Khaga Dist - Lakhimpur

Today you will have to give in to your spouse’s demands for improving the environment at home. In your own interest it will be advisable, to hasten the measures needed to be taken and stay focussed on them as you are the one who is guilty of neglect.

Things will tend to get very difficult and complicated. Be prepared for setbacks and challenges today. No matter how big the issue, your competence, your resourcefulness will see you through. Try to remain focused and alert.

Be cautious and circumspect. Act coolly and sensibly. That is all that you need. No predicament or dilemma or predicament will hold you back. You will come out with flying colours.

Your family members and your friends will have much higher expectations from you today, and trying to fulfill the same will make your irritable. However, you will figure out creative ways to juggle the many demands made upon you and come out on tops at the end of it all.

A wondrous beginning of the day! A unique vibrations in romantic life. Ties with life partner will be cordial. Blissful moments of married life are indicated. Peace and happiness prevail in the family. The whole day will be blooming and jovial.

People involved in Sales and Marketing related jobs will attend productive meetings and will make effective presentations. However, delays in journeying are a possibility. It is a good time to recognise your inherent capabilities.

You will be able to prove your worth in the next 2-3 days.

You must take a much-needed break from the daily rigmarole. Introduce an element of the exotic in order to replace all the mundane work that fills up your day. You may attend private and social get-togethers, and mingle with other people to keep your spirits high.

Today is a good day to renovate your home. You will be able to decorate your home artistically because of your designing skills. The atmosphere at your home will be a happy one with the arrival of guests. You will make plans to go for a picnic with close friends or relatives.

It’s time to influence people and win their hearts whether it’s your crush, love or your boss. You may be eager to express your feelings for them. At work, you are likely to work actively and kick start the projects in the pipeline. Be advised to keep your eyes and ears open.

Whatever you take up today, you are on a winning spree. As a leader, you will guide and instruct your subordinates when they seek your advise. In a way, you even encourage and motivate them. All in all, you are a happy soul at the end of the day!

Your accomplishments may take you on cloud nine today. Success may come easily to you, but don’t try your luck too much. Make the most of today as tomorrow may not the same as today. You will be popular today, especially in your social circle as you’ll impress everyone with your wit and humour.

Flash warning signals to your arch rivals as you will be in a mood to prove you metal and give them a run for their money. Doubts and inhibitions – all will vanish in the air and you will be determined to make your mark. While on your path to success you will win the hearts of one and many.

Today your intellectual streak comes to the fore. You will indulge your curiosity and take interest in natural phenomenon. Your faith will help you complete all your pending tasks with ease. You will leave things to destiny. You will be more inclined to intellectual pursuits rather than professional, however, do not neglect your responsibilities.

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District Magistrate to hear cases of public nuisance under Section 133 Roing, Oct 5: Ravi Dhawan, District Magistrate of Lower Dibang Valley District will hear cases of public complaints under Section 133 IPC in his office chamber on 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month. He said this in a coordination meeting with the HoDs in his office chamber today.

Deputy Commissioner asked the DSP Roing to increase the number of CCTV cameras at the Shantipur Check Gate

and also to strengthen the police force at Hunli Police Station which is manned by only four constables at present.

He also directed all the HoDs and Govt employees to clear their pending water supply bill latest by October 31 next otherwise the same will be officially deducted from their salary of the following month. He further instructed all the HoDs not to release the govt employees under transfer till

their water supply and electricity bills are cleared and let them to obtain NOC from the department of PHED and Electrical before release from the district in case of transfer. This will be done to check further accumulation of pending bills in PHED and Electrical Department.

Deputy Commissioner while informing that Special Teams will be formed for destroying of the Poppy Cultivation in the

district asked the HoDs to be prepared and also to spare their vehicles as and when required by the district administration.

SavitriKampti, DD (ICDS) informed that the Juvenile Justice Board has become functional from today onwards in the district. In the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner also reviewed the progress of works made under various line departments in the district.

(DIPRO)

East Siang DC pushes for strengthening of Transmission and Distribution System Pasighat, Oct 5: Meeting of District Level Steering Committee for land acquisition for Comprehensive Scheme for Strengthening Transmission and Distribution (T&D) System in Arunachal Pradesh was held under the chairmanship of Isha Khosla DC, East Siang.

Taking stock of the status of the scheme, Isha Khosla instructed the officers of power depart-

ment to carry out work with proper planning to avoid future complicacies. They have to pursue the matter after fulfilling all the formalities. She also instructed the forest department to help in getting forest clearance wherever necessary. The DC assured full administrative support and cooperation. Nido Taka, Executive Engineer (E) informed that there are

two sub-stations of 132/ 33 KV proposed under East Siang District, one at Niglok and another at Napit. The location at Niglok has been technically approved, and power department has applied to the Industry department for formal allotment of the earmarked area which falls under Industrial Estate and the matter is under consideration, informed Taka. He

further informed that an area at Myone Patek (Napit area) has been identified and the sketch map with required documents will be submitted to the concerned authority for consideration. Necessary instruction have been passed to the sub-division officers to initiate land acquisition for 33/11 KV substation and to submit them with required documents, the EE (E) added. (DIPRO)

GJCMCC starts film shooting on Abotani and Mopin Aalo, Oct 5: The Golden Jubilee Central Mopin Celebration Committee has started the film shooting on the life history of Abo Tani, the ancestor of Galo community and origin of Mopin at Pidi Rime village in West Siang district. The Gauhati based studio headed by Utpal Kakoti along with eight crew members are taking up the task of shooting in various pockets of the district. The shooting at Pidi Rime concentrated on Takar Tajis ritual sacrifice and its deep impact on Galo society today.

The second day of shooting at Nikte will throw focus on Tanis activities in the river side and his

traditional methods of catching fish.

Henrik Basar, Secretary GJCMCC, Degam Ete, President CMPCS and Director of the film Mijum Lona who were present on

the inaugural day said that it is a long drawn out effort towards documentation, preservation and promotion of our age old culture for posterity as absence of written literature about our cul-

ture has had adverse impact in its preservation. Starring in the film is PI Mogi Ori as Abo Tani, Aalo East Lower ZPM, Higam Loyi Ango as Digi Tami, wife of Abo Tani. (DIPRO)

Sangma for targeting him by bringing the Prevention of Disqualification Bill 2015 just to prevent him from being the MDC. Speaking to media persons here at his office chamber, Mr Lyngdoh who is the Deputy Chief Minister in-charge law said that if the party feels it necessary will call for explanation from Mr Syiem if he continues to cross the limits.

“As a disciplined party, it will call him (Mr Syiem) for explanation and if it has not been able to reconsider his explanation, it can even expel him”, he said adding that “Everybody is free to decide, the party is only an association. If he is not satisfied with the party, then he can move out from the party”, said Mr. Lyngdoh.

According to Mr. Lyngdoh, though the party is yet to discuss anything

on this matter but if the situation demands the party will definitely take its own course on those who are involved in anti party activities.

On being asked on the intention of Mr. Syiem to go to Court, Mr. Lyngdoh said, “When anybody is aggrieved, normally he will knock the door of the court”. He said that the party had discussed before the MDC election in 2014 not to allot ticket to those who are already elected as state legislators but at that time, there was a provision which allowed this. “Now the situation demands an urgency to bring this Bill and the government did it”, he said adding the general opinion of people is clear to do away with the dual post. Mr Lyngdoh informed that the issue of dual post had already knocked the door of the Governor for the last some

years back and it has been followed up by the successive governors. The state government had received many correspondences from the Governor secretariat asking the stand of the state government on this issue of dual post after a PIL was filed in the Meghalaya High Court.

“We feel the passing of this Bill is to help the state legislators without waiting for the intervention of the judiciary”, said Mr Lyngdoh. Seven MDCs who are the state legislators had already relinquished their membership of the District Council (MDC) after the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly passed the Bill.

However, Mr Syiem an MLA-cum-MDC who is the Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the KHADC did not resign and decided to challenge in the court of law.

7-year-old girl sold off by father in Arunachal, rescued in raid Contd. from Page 1

the child confined at the residence of one Hillang Takio at Koloriang. A

APCC organises 1-day orientation programme on national, state flagship programmes ET Bureau Itanagar, Oct 5: A one day orientation training programme on national and state flagship programmes for all the presidents of District Congress Committee, Block Congress Committee and City Congress Committee was held today at Rajiv Gandhi Bhawan Itanagar. The training programme was organized by Arunachal Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC). All DCC and BCC and CCC presidents have attended and heads of the frontal wings of the party were also present. The details of these flagships programmes under UPAI and UPA-II and CM flagship programmes in the State were elaborated by resource persons.

APCC president Padi Richo while speaking at the function asked the members to be active and participate in social service programmes also.

He advised the workers to remain united and to clarify all misleading messages appearing in social media. CLP leader Hon’ble Chief Minister Nabam Tuki exhorted the party workers to work

hard and to monitor all the flagship programmes whether these are being implemented properly in the respective districts and blocks. All the DCC, BCC and CCC presidents have endorsed APCC President and CLP leader to take stern action against those legislators and senior leaders who are indulging in anti-party ac-

tivities. All of them have emotionally expressed against those elected leaders who have been elected from INC, who are trying to betray the mandate given by the people of State. They said this cannot be tolerated and disciplinary action must be taken.

The training programme was also attended by Congress MLAs.

Political turmoil brews in Arunachal as 18 Congress MLAs resign

Rowel hints at taking disciplinary action against Pynshngain ET Correspondent Shillong, Oct 5: Senior Congress leader Mr. Rowel Lyngdoh hinted that the party may take disciplinary action against Congress legislator Mr. Pynshngain N Syiem for defying the government led by his own party for not relinquishing membership of the District Council (MDC) after the Prevention of Disqualification (Members of the Legislative Assembly of Meghalaya) Amendment Bill, 2015 barring holding dual post was unanimously passed by the State Assembly recently.

Mr Syiem a Congress legislator from Mawsynram constituency refused to resign membership of the district council (MDC) of the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) and even openly attacked the Chief Minister Dr Mukul

Artists perform Cham Dance during Buddhist Culture Festival held at Dirang in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh. Pic - UB Photos

team, led by Itanagar PS Sub-Inspector N Angu on the same day arrested all three involved – including the father Lokam – with the help of the OC from

Naharlagun, the officer said. The girl is now in safe custody of her uncle, she said. Prominent NGO of the area, Lokam Welfare Society (LWS)

has congratulated the police for taking prompt action and saving the child from human traffickers and arresting the accused.

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30 during which everybody suggested me to withdraw my resignation. I accordingly, respecting the sentiments of the people of my constituency withdrew my resignation on Oct. 1. I have the receipt of that too”, Sawin said claiming that he is in good terms with Tuki and till Sunday he had spoken with the chief minister. However, when this newspaper contacted the Arunachal Pradesh assembly speaker Nabam Rebia he said he

had received the resignation from two MLAs Wanglam Sawin and Gabriel D. Wangsu of Kanubari LAC a few days back and accepted their resignation. “I have not received any withdrawal request letter from the duo”, Rebia said. He also refused to divulge the reason of resignation of the two MLAs. Interestingly, Sawin strongly rejected the theory of coming under any kind of threat from the NSCN (IM) for his resignation. It might be mentioned that a recent media report that surfaced on an online news

website on October 4, 2015, which was vehemently quashed by the APCC saying that the news was false, fabricated and misleading, stated that there has been a change of leadership in the Tuki-led Congress government. With further developments today coming to light, it might be assumed with confidence that the false reports of change of leadership in Tuki-led Congress government may at least have some bearing on or connection with the fact that there might be unsubstantiated turmoil brewing and that the Kalikho Pul

episode is still not over. On the other hand, Sawin also stated that he, Wangsu and several other MLAs will be leaving for New Delhi on Tuesday to seek an appointment with All India Congress Committee (AICC) Chief Sonia Gandhi and Vice President Rahul Gandhi ‘to resolve the crisis’. “We will not allow anyone to make us the scapegoat”, Sawin said.

APCC Chief Padi Richo confirmed the news and said that he cannot reveal the matter or the reasons as to why these two have resigned.

Rally held at Namsai to register protest against grant of citizenship to Chakma-Hajong Contd. from Page 1

It may be mentioned that Namsai district also has a sizeable number of Chakma settlers near Chongkham and as such is one of the affected areas of the vexed and contentious issue of the frontier state.

The rally commenced from the Poi Pee Mau Ground and headed towards Deputy Commissioner’s office via the Daily Bazar which was participated by around 7000 people including students, public from various corners of the district and representatives of All Changlang District Students’ Union. The protesters shouted "We Want Justice"and other slogans demanding review of the verdict and opposition to grant of citizenship to the Chakma-Hajong. They also carried placards which read "State Government Act Fast, Wake Up From Slumber", "Don't Impose Refugees On Us" etc. At the DC's office Shri

N.M. Das, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Namsai received the memorandums on behalf of the Governor, Chief Minister and Chief Secretary of Arunachal Pradesh submitted by JACCHIN. The memorandum was intended to convey the profound sentiments and strong protest in the backdrop of the SC verdict and placed certain demands for protection and safeguarding of the indigenous people’s rights. Through the memorandum, the indigenous tribal people has authorised the Government of Arunachal Pradesh to file a review petition in the Supreme Court and seek curative recourse. It highlighted the alarming growth in the Chakma population which when given citizenship would surely jeopardize the demography and pose a serious threat to the indigenous people. About 214 households with a total of 1192 persons were initially settled in Chongkham during 1964-69 which at

present has increased to around 20,000 persons. It has also reminded the indulgence of Chakmas in unlawful activities like the formation of Arunachal Pradesh Deprived People’s Front (APDPF), kidnapping and extortion and poaching, smuggling of flora and fauna of the area, encroachment on private and public land.

In its demands, JACCHIN sought for immediate halt to illegal influx of Chakma and Hajongs from outside Arunachal Pradesh and that the present settlers be confined to their respective designated blocks and belts. It has asked for preparing a fresh dossier of the Chakmas and Hajongs by identifying those who came prior to and after 1971. Those who came after 1971 be detected and deported. The White Paper on Chakma-Hajong Refugees of Arunachal Pradesh be also revised, updated and published immediately. The memorandum has also demanded for set-

ting up of a different department in the state government to look after the Chakma-Hajong issue and depute or appoint designated officers in the affected areas to look after the issue. It also demanded that a political solution acceptable to all the indigenous tribal people of Arunachal Pradesh should be hammered out immediately in light of the SC’s verdict.

Chow Molaseng Namchoom, President AT K S S U w h e n a s k e d about the future course of action said that his union will continue the fight till an acceptable solution was brought out. He added that the participation of such a huge crowd in the rally was itself a reflection of the oppositionof the people to the verdict and also said that he felt encouraged that a veteran legislatorof the district Chow Tewa Mein, MLA Chongkham had conveyed his support in the fight for the cause.

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NAAC sponsored Awarness programme on 61st Wildlife Week organised national seminar ET Correspondent Golaghat, Oct 5: A two-day national level seminar on 'Changing Scenario in TeachingLearning and Evaluation System of Higher Education' will be held at Debraj Roy College in Golaghat from 31 October. The seminar is sponsored by National Assesment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Bangalore and will be organised by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of Debraj Roy College, Golaghat. The main ob-

jective of the seminar is to evaluate the system and method of teaching, learning and evaluation so that norms of quality can be maintained in higher education system. Interested intellectuals, research scholars, faculty members and students can contact and submit their extracts through e-mail id seminar.iqac@gmail. com or seminar.iqac@debrajroycollege.org.

The last date of submission of full papers is 28 October.

ET Correspondent Dibrugarh, Oct 5: On the eve of the 61st Wildlife Week, 2015, an awareness campaign with the theme ‘Living with Wildlife’ was organized with a host of kids by the members of Evergreen Foundation on 4th October at Saraipung Range (interpretation centre) with a view to create awareness among the children and the JFMC members about wildlife and its values and enhance its consequent importance.

The event included a jungle tour for the children, painting competition, instant pop quiz, handicrafts, etc.

Miss Papori Khatonier of Evergreen Foundation gave presentation on some fun facts of animals and de-

scribed about wildlife management and its importance. Speeches were given

by Mr. Durga Konwar, Mr. Devojit Moran (Green Bud Society). The programme was graced by the presence of Honorary wildlife warden Mr. Hitendra Sharma, Divisional Forest Officer Mr. Ranjan Kr. Das, Range Officer Mr. Debo Gohain, Vice Principal of Digboi College Mr. K. Timsina and Principal of Digboi High school Mr. Chinta Horon Rajbhor who distributed prizes to the winners and also spoke on wildlife and its conservation. The programme was successfully concluded with the support of members of Green Bud Society and Assam Forest Department , Digboi Division.

Jorhat Sahitya Sabha organises centenary celebrations

Computer education centre launched ET Correspondent Doomdooma, Oct 5: The Doomdooma branch of Assam Chai Majdur Sangh and Indian Tea Association jointly

started a computer education centre here today so that the children of the tea tribes community empowered to keep pace with 21st century and

acquire a global perspective. The president of Assam Chai Majdur Sangh (central), Pawan Singh Ghatowat formally inaugurated the

computer education centre and hoped that this centre will play a constructive role in fulfilling the aspirations of tea tribes.

Organizations under Moran Student’s Union bring out torch-lit procession against Centre’s decision on Hindu migrants ET Correspondent Jorhat, Oct 5: Litterateurs today gathered here to discuss the completion of 100 years by the Jorhat Sahitya Sabha – an unit of the Assam Sahitya Sabha, the apex literary body of Assam. Dr Amarjyoti Choudhury the vice chancellor of Tezpur University inaugurated the daylong programme at the Sri Sri Pitabmar Dev Goswami auditorium here today while

Dr Lakshminandan Bora the former president of Assam Sahitya Sabha attended as chief guest. Dr Amarjyoti Choudhury during his inaugural speech lauded the litterateurs of Jorhat the great members of the Sabha, whose initiatives and role in the form of writings helped to form the Assam Sahitya Sabha. He said on this day October 05, 1915 Jorhat Sahitya Sabha was formed,

and this red letter day should be remembered.

Dr Lakshminandan Bora who attended the celebrations as chief guest said that due to the litterateurs of Jorhat, the then members of the JSS for whose initiatives the apex literary body Assam Sahitya Sabha was formed and worked for development of Assamese literature. Utpol Baruah, the executive editor of Dainik Janambhumi was

also in attendance, Rana Goswami president of the organizing committee delivered the welcome speech while Dhirendra Kumar Gogoi the president of Jorhat Sahitya Sabha presided over the daylong programme. Earlier all former presidents and general secretaries of Jorhat Sahitya Sabha were felicitated by the members of the centenary celebration committee.

KHADC CEM launches non-cooperation movement against CM ET Correspondent Shillong, Oct 5: The Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) and Congress legislator from Mawsynram Pynshngaiñ N Syiem has decided to launch a non-cooperation movement (NCM) against Chief Minister Dr Mukul Sangma and his Government for anti-indigenous people policies.

Mr Syiem had even tendered his resignation from the post of the chairman of the Meghalaya Economic Development Council (MEDC) as part of initiative of the movement against the state leadership.

"I have decided to resign from the post of the chairman of the MEDC as part of my decision

to launch a non-cooperation movement against the Chief Minister and his Government," Syiem said while talking to newsmen on Monday.

The KHADC CEM also informed that he had submitted his resignation to the Chief Minister on October 1.

He said that he cannot continue to cooperate with the Congress led MUA Government II under the leadership of Dr Mukul Sangma which is trying to impose its policy against the people.

According to Mr Syiem, the decision of the State Government to implement the Meghalaya Building Bye Laws, 2011 in the scheduled areas and to come up with a fresh draft bill which aimed at empowering the traditional

institutions despite opposition from several corners is an attempt to bulldoze the voice of the people.

He lambasted the State Government for passing of the Prevention of Disqualification (Members of the Legislative Assembly of Meghalaya) (Amendment) Bill, 2015 just to personally target him since he was instrumental in bringing all traditional heads of Khasi-Jaiñtia hills on one platform. “How can I continue to support this Government when they had rejected our request not to hurriedly pass this bill”, he said adding that "If they cannot listen to the suggestion I had made, then it is impossible on my part to continue to cooperate with this present Government,".

He said that the non-cooperation movement is his personal initiative and there is no intention to involve other Congress legislators to topple the Chief Minister.

“I am not against the party but against the components in the party,” he said. The CEM who is also a Congress legislator said that if the government wanted to pass the amendment bill it should have submitted its copies a week before the commencement of the assembly session and the matter should have also been passed in the Congress Legislature Party (CLP). “As a responsible leader I have every right to oppose the amendment bill because it was not done (passed) properly,” Syiem said.

'Equipment Banks' being planned for Northeast region ET Correspondent Guwahati, Oct 5: PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Monday pitched for priority sector lending treatment for sectors such as power, roads & highways and oil & gas in the northern eastern region as also demanded setting up of “EQUIPMENT BANKS” in the region since it occasionally faces severe shortages of such tools while executing ongoing projects in identified sectors. In a background paper, prepared by the Chamber on Northern Eastern Region Infrastructure related problems, it has been recommended that priority sector lending norms need to be made applicable to fund

power, oil and gas and other activities in region as it has begun to witness large inflow of investors to generate power and produce oil and gas. The investors in the region are required to be incentivized with priority sector treatment to accord them interest subvention to ensure their sustained presence in the region to supplement the centre which has already committed thousands of crores of investments in the region through various central government sponsored schemes. President PHD Chamber, Mr. Alok B. Shriram said that the background paper which will be released at PHD Chamber organized NER Infrastructure

Conclave-2015: Tapping the True Potential of Northeast at Guwahati on October 9, 2015 emphasizes that the priority sector treatment should be extended to projects implementers in oil and gas including power and other such activities as in the entire northern eastern region, the private players have discovered presence of hydrocarbons and their exploratory activities have begun. Since, huge investments are required to successfully accomplish such projects, transmission of relaxed monetary policies in terms of subsidized interest rates is the need of hour for which the government in consultation with

RBI need to take a collective decision that can be made exceptionally in case of northern eastern region, concluded Mr. Shriram.

Likewise, “EQUIPMENT BANKS” is the idea that needs to be evolved so that the northern eastern region is empowered which quite often faces non availability of right and suitable equipment in project execution; the “EQUIPMENT BANKS” would be the suitable answer as such banks could be empowered to lease out and even charter right machinery to those that need such facility at the opportune time to meet the projects deadline.

ting a ploy against the local communities of Assam. He further alshows that Modi leged that to form government is plot- government in 2016 Contd. from Page 1

BJP is trying to create a divide between Hindu and Muslims on one hand and between different com-

munities on the other hand and the same will not be acceptable by the people of Assam.

Footpath baby delivery in Tinsukia reveals dark side of human society Contd. from Page 1

Deputy Commissioner of Tinsukia Puru Gupta said that immediately after receiving the information a team comprising Circle Officer and lady police was sent to shift the duo, mother and baby, to civil hospital but the mother refused. The team tried to convince her hard but she was adamant, he added. Replying to a question on the role of the NGO's getting fund from the government for upliftment of such poor and nomadic people, Puru Gupta said that it will be examined thoroughly and strict action will be taken

against those NGO's not doing their duty for which government is funding them.

Dr Jyoti Bhuyan, Jt. director of health services said, "The mother has been identified as Dhanumati Karmakar.

She is in possession of mother and child protection card in her name."

"On enquiry it came to light that this footpath is home to her and many alike. Sisters at joint director health office noticed her during pregnancy and tried to shift her to shelter house but in vain as she felt safe on the footpath. Later, on humanitarian grounds sisters gave her necessary

doses of injection during pregnancy," Dr Jyoti added that this morning doctor and sister visited her again and asked her to accompany them to hospital but she refused after which doctor checked her and the baby on the road-side and the baby has been given necessary injections as per the card.

The only truth that was evident this evening was that the mother and her baby were on the roadside as many eyes kept gazed at them throughout the day. Many passers-by asked, how can there be no destitute home in Tinsukia for the poor lady like her and her newborn

child and several alike. A question that goes begging is what has happened to Indian democracy said to be all about "by the people, for the people and of the people". It seems that neither the government nor the society cares for the underprivileged otherwise why no hands came forward all these years for the upliftment of Dhanumati Karmakar and many others like her.

Where are the social organizations and the NGO's? The most important question for everyone to ask themselves as the mother and the newborn pass another night on the footpath is: Do we really care?

Dibrugarh Administration undertakes eviction drive to clear illegal encroachment Contd. from Page 1

The drive will be continued to clear all the illegal encroachments of public property,’’ said M.S Manivannan, Deputy Commissioner of Dibrugarh. However, some areas of the Dibrugarh town are also forcefully and illegally encroached upon by a section of the people. In the HS road area some

people from the business community illegally encroached upon the footpath and are running their business from the footpath which are meant for the pedestrians. “We will continue the eviction process and on Tuesday we will survey some areas of the town and appeal to the people who have illegally encroached upon public areas,’’ said Dipu Kumar Deka, Circle officer and Executive officer of

Dibrugarh Municipality.

He said today they have evicted illegal extensions made by some of the shops. “We have started the eviction process to solve the flood problem which has caused devastation this year and due to illegal encroachment near the Dibrugarh Town protection drain the flood water rises and enters the town area,’’ Deka said.

Earlier, such drives was undertaken by the District

administration to clear illegal encroachments but shortly after they again settled themselves in the same places. “These steps were necessary to clear the illegal encroachments who have created a nuisance in the whole Dibrugarh town. We cannot walk freely on the footpaths because some shops illegally encroached upon the footpath,’’ said Dr. Ahmedullah Khan, a social activist of Dibrugarh.

Farmers charge KAAC councillors of colossal graft Sushanta Roy Diphu, Oct 5 : United Farmers' Committee (UFC), a Diphu based NGO dependent on livestock and agriculture, has charged Mongol Sing Timung, Executive Member of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council holding the portfolio of Agriculture department for the last 15 years of siphoning off crores of government fund without executing any work.

The president and gen-

eral secretary of UCF pointed out that any departmental scheme beneficial to the farmers for boosting productivity has not been allowed by Mongol Sing Timung.

Stressing on the graft charge both the cultivator leaders told the media at Diphu Press Club today that the EM gobbled up Rs 2 crore worth of centrally sponsored funds in the year 2007 and another huge sum of money from the Karbi Anglong Autono-

mous Council fiscal budget of 2013-14 in league with the Sub divisional Agriculture Officer of West Karbi Anglong district. The UFC has claimed that the EM compels the departmental officers to issue order in the name of his son and fictitious persons and instead of utilizing the drawn money in work or supply component the fund is shared at 50:50 ratio between the EM and others.

“The EM has many Ital-

ian manors spread across various towns and cities of India, his family and his talebearers live a luxurious life due to a king at the cost of our poverty, we do not have a thatched house and a square meal to feed our children, every year since last decade this person has been consuming government fund to the tune of hundreds of crore rupees but he did not bother to fund a single acre organic farm located at 24th mile

Diphu Lumding road, the departmental officers have been constantly telling us that no fund is allocated for growth of organic farming by government,” said the president and general secretary of UCF. The peasant body also accused the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary department functioning within the control of Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council of committing one and the same type of graft without promoting any de-

partmental scheme through participation of livestock growers. They said that unlike the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary minister of Gogoi cabinet Khoro Sing Engti, against whom a Guwahati based vernacular daily (Sankar Jyoti) labelled a graft charge of 13 thousand crore rupees, is actually at the helm of affairs and under his patronage Pradip Diphusa, Executive Member in charge Animal Husbandry and

Veterinary department is running this department like his fiefdom.

“Once during a meeting with UFC Pradip Diphusa, promised to grant 4 cattle sheds, 8 Jersey Cows, 9 pig farms, poultry farms, milk board and milk collection centres, creating grazing grounds but nothing was done; practically you will not see anything having been done by this department but in office records everything is good. Even within his constituency

area (Dhansiri) besides some half done construction nothing is visible,” president and general secretary of UCF alleged.

The UCF has given an ultimatum of 5 days to both the executive members of KAAC for releasing all the funds from their respective departments to the farmers' body and take up all pending works failing which the UCF will begin an agitation movement and also appealed to the highest public office seeking justice.

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DC initiates Drug Awareness drive, calls on churches to participate Kohima, Oct 5: In an effort to transform the lives of drug addicts, Deputy Commissioner, Mon W. Honje Konyak called upon the churches to own the responsibility and take the initiative. He was speaking as a special guest at the opening program of De-addiction Camp 2015 organized by the Mon User's Network at APMC campus, Mon on October 3. Referring to the rapid raise of opium and other drugs addicts in the district, he cautioned if the churches fail to focus on the addicts and the "fallen people" at the appropriate time then a time would come when the church would have no congregation to fellowship with. The deputy commissioner lamented that though social-economic and other

Journalists assaulted, three apprehended Kolkata, Oct 5: Three people have been arrested over assaulting journalists during the violence-marred civic body polls in the city's satellite township Bidhannagar, police said on Monday.

"In connection with the assault on the journalists, we arrested three people last night (Sunday night) - Ashish Ghosh, Bittu Das and Gopal Routh," Bidhannagar Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police Debashish Dhar said. Media persons faced the ire of alleged Trinamool Congress workers and hoodlums as they tried to film and click photos of electoral malpractices during the polls on October 3. While several of the media persons, including photo and video journalists, had to be hospitalised, a female reporter of a news channel was allegedly threatened of rape by a gang of goons. West Bengal Governor K.N. Tripathi has called for action by the state election commission in the matter.

Meanwhile, eminent personalities and intellectuals, including actor Soumitra Chatterjee and noted poet Sankha Ghosh, have condemned the attack and the widespread violence surrounding the polls. "We are deeply concerned at the lack of neutrality of the administration and security of the common people. We strongly oppose the attempts to turn the electoral process violent and this has infringed and blemished democracy," a statement issued by a host of personalities said. (Agencies)

infrastructural development was lagging in the district there has been a rapid rise of drug addicts. He then congratulated the Mon Users Network for the initiative and taking the pain to find the resources for management of the camp and thus

giving hope and bringing some kind of solution to the problems faced by the people. He was optimistic that with the intervention of the Churches and the civil societies the camp will continue and become a spiritual healing center. Konyak also

challenged the Mon Users' Network not to turn back but to move forward. Speaking on behalf of the medical department Dr. Chenjei lamented that, although everyone says drug addict is bad, none come up to rescue the addicts except for

Mon Users' Network.

Briefing on the basic idea and use of medical therapy for the camp, he said it is a short term program which may not be adequate as per the standard of the actual de-addiction camp. He exhorted the clients to have determination and the willpower to overcome addiction and at the same time urged the parents to support their children saying the most important component for the addicts is care and support of the family.

Camp Director and founding member of Mon Users' Network Sashi presented a brief account of camp and informed that besides medical therapy other recreational activities like sports, song, worship etc. will also be held. Informing that the concept of the

camp is "My Responsibility" he appealed to all to be responsible and extend cooperation and support to the Users' Network for the success of the camp. Youth Secretary KBBB and the vice president of the Konyak Students Union Wangjah also spoke and exhorted the client and congratulated the Mon Users' Network for the initiative. Highlights of the programme include special number by the KBCM youth and Grace Ministry and camp dedication by the Pastor KBCM. The program started with scripture reading and invocation by Nyangpong Camp assistant director, Eunice Thalih facilitated the program. The program was held under the theme "Drugs Treatment Works". (Agencies)

Tej Pratap Yadav sure of the "grand alliance" win in Bihar Mahua, Oct 5: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav's son Tej Pratap Yadav, who filed his nomination from the Mahua assembly seat Monday, alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cheated the nation and said that the grand alliance would emerge victorious in the Bihar Assembly polls. Tej Pratap said the people are excited about the grand alliance in the state. "The grand alliance is bound to

win. People are excited about Mahua. If you ask them, they will tell you how we are serving the public," he said. "The manner in which Narendra Modi has cheated the nation, the people of this country have now got to know his true face," he added. Lalu's sons Tej Pratap and Tejaswi are contesting the polls from Yadav-dominated Mahua and Raghopur seats respectively. (Agencies)

Mamata to attend conclave in her 5day tour to Bhutan

Harka stands for the creation of Kalimpong district Kalimpong, Oct 5: Kalimpong MLA Harka Bahadur Chhetri today said he would campaign for the creation of Kalimpong district as he had "phenomenal support" from the people of the hills and political parties. Before leaving for Calcutta today, Chhetri told The Telegraph that political parties had asked him to co-ordinate the campaign and once he returned to the hills, he would "formalise things".

"I have been asked informally by political parties and other organisations to co-ordinate the campaign for Kalimpong district. I have been receiving phenomenal support from the people. People are very

excited. I will be going to Calcutta today to discuss the development with the state government and I hope to meet some ministers (there). After returning, probably on Thursday, I will formalise things (the campaign)," he

said. Over the past few days, Chhetri has received support from antiGorkha Janmukti Morcha hill organisations like the ABGL, CPRM and Gorkhaland Rajya Nirman Morcha (GRNM). He said if Kalimpong district were to be formed ever, it would happen only under chief minister Mamata Banerjee. "One has to work for it. I strongly feel that if it happens, if it becomes a reality, it is only possible under Mamata.

The kind of leadership that she has, she can do it and nobody else." Today, Chhetri also said he was willing to join hands with anyone who wanted to work for Kalimpong's

benefit. "I don't see any loss in taking help from anyone if it benefits the people of Kalimpong.

That is what every right thinking politician should aspire for." The leader who had resigned from the Morcha recently said: "There is too much sentimental politics in the hills, right from the beginning.

It is only about sentiments and emotions, no rational and reasonable issue has come up as a popular demand. Sentiments have been exploited (by parties) over centuries." Without naming anyone, he added: "I want people to become more reasonable and demand from leaders things that are tangible. We are

not even being able to manage the municipality properly. It is because of the quality of leadership that we have." ABGL vice-president Pratap Khati said today: "Yes, we are for the creation of Kalimpong district. I suggest that a steering committee comprising all political parties, civil society leaders and NGOs under Dr Chhteri be formed and the matter be taken forward." Khati added that ABGL leaders met in Darjeeling today and discussed the demand to create Kurseong, and SiliguriMirik districts along with Kalimpong. "We will write to the chief minister about it." (Agencies)

Kolkata, Oct 5: On her five day Bhutan tour which started today, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will hold talks with the leadership and will attend a business conclave.

Banerjee is accompanied by West Bengal Housing Minister and in-charge of Sports Arup Biswas, Chief Secretary Sanjay Mitra and Transport Secretary Alapan Bandyopadhyay. The 15member delegation also comprised several industrialists. She will attend a business conclave in the picturesque Himalayan nation.

She is slated to hold meetings with Bhutan Prime Minister Lyonchhen Tshering Tobgay and Minister of Economic Affairs Lyonpo Norbu Wangchuk, according to her itinerary announced few days back.

On October 6, the CM would have a meeting with the Bhutanese king. A Bengali food festival is also planned at Hotel Taj Tashi during her tour. The district magistrates of Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri, which share border with Bhutan, would also be part of the delegation.

(Agencies)

JAC briefs schools to conduct condolence meeting for the martyrs

CCpur, Oct 5: The JAC Churachandpur has requested schools and colleges in the district to conduct condolence meeting as a mark of respect to the departed tribal martyrs as the educational institutions are set to reopen tomorrow, after a month long disruption, albeit till noon. As requested by leaders of various village committees/authorities and

women groups in a joint meeting organised by the JAC, educational institutions are to re-open from Monday, October 5, 2015 said a statement issued by the JAC that asked schools and colleges to conduct the condolence meeting. They have also requested village welfare committees, village authorities, women folks and dharna point leaders to maintain a peaceful

and conducive study atmosphere for the students. As schools and colleges are set to resume their classes tomorrow, there are several instances of informal statements being circulated on numerous social media that called for students to keep away from their schools despite the JAC's relaxation. To thwart any attempt to prevent schools and colleges re-

suming their classes, three student bodies, KSO Churachandpur, HSA Joint Hqtrs and ZSF have independently back the JAC's efforts and called for resumption of classes without any interruption even as they warned of stern action against any individual seeking to disrupt the positive steps taken by the JAC for the sake of the student community.

Meanwhile the JAC, it is learnt, has clarified that it had not received any invitation or intimation for the joint meeting convened by KIM at KIC office on October 1, 2015 and has at the same time maintained that it had not deputed any representative for the same. (Agencies)

Shri Vijay S. Madan, Secretary, Ministry of Rural Development, Department of Land Resources, GOI attends North East Regional Review Meeting on NLRMP held at State Convention Centre, Shillong. Pic - UB Photos

Dam ban lifted Imphal, Oct 5: The ongoing ban on visitors at Mapithel dam affected area has been lifted temporarily today, Mapithel Dam Affected Villagers Organisation (MDAVO), said in a statement. The decision was taken during a joint sitting of the committee, advisors, village representatives held

today at Ramrei village. The gathering also came to an understanding to resume the ban on visitors as and whenever the organization feels necessary. MDAVO had imposed the ban from July 25 to check visitors who come to enjoy the scene of water rising. The visits, the statement said, had trig-

gered agony and anger amongst the affected villagers. As such, picnicking, recreation and fishing activities were prohibited in the area temporarily by the organisation. The organization further said it will resume the ban whenever they consider it needful.

(Agencies)

Oct 9 slated for the hearing of the dual post row, high court to take up crucial PIL on MLAs-cum-MDCs Shillong, Oct 5: The hearing of the controversial 'dual posts' PIL will be served by the end of this week which is on Oct 9.

The hearing assumes significance after the State Government on September 24 passed the Prevention of Disqualification (Members of the Legislative Assembly of Meghalaya) Amendment Bill, 2015 which prompted seven dual post holders to quit the post of MDCs. The lone legislator who has refused to resign as MDC is KHADC Chief Executive Member Pynshngain N Syiem. However, the Bill

which was to come into effect from October 1 is pending with Advocate General K.S. Kynjing for his comments after the Governor had sent it back to him for further examination. Sources said the advocate general has to give his views on whether the decision is as per the requirement of the Constitution and whether the state legislature is competent enough to pass the Bill.

The Government showed urgency to pass the Bill citing that its effort was to prevent the disqualification of eight legislators who are holding the post

of MDCs since the High Court had sought a reply from the Meghalaya Governor on his decision on the issue of dual posts as raised in the PIL. The State Government had made it clear that since the next hearing of the PIL will be held on October 9, there was urgency on the part of Government to pass the Bill. The fear of the State Government was that the legislators can be disqualified from the Assembly once the PIL comes up for hearing and the attempt of the Government in passing the Bill was to prevent the disqualifica-

tion. However, the mover of the PIL, Agnes Kharshiing, has reiterated that she wants a logical conclusion to her demand since what she wanted was the disqualification of all eight MLAs who were holding the posts of MDCs. During the last hearing held on August 25, the High Court of Meghalaya wanted the Governor to take a final call on the dual posts without depending on the Union Home Ministry. Earlier, the Governor's Secretariat had filed an affidavit in the High Court stating that the Union Home Ministry was

The Government showed urgency to pass the Bill citing that its effort was to prevent the disqualification of eight legislators who are holding the post of MDCs since the High Court had sought a reply from the Meghalaya Governor on his decision on the issue of dual posts as raised in the PIL. The fear of the State Government was that the legislators can be disqualified from the Assembly once the PIL comes up for hearing and the attempt of the Government in passing the Bill was to prevent the disqualification.

yet to send the reply related to the queries from the Governor on whether MLAs can also function as MDCs. While the advocate general during the hearing on August 25 had sought six weeks' time to file an affidavit in the Court after getting response from the Centre regarding the dual posts, the High Court had reiterated that the Government should get the decision of the Governor without getting any response from the Union Home Ministry. Though the advocate general had brought to the notice of the Court that there was a proposal for

amendment of the Sixth Schedule in Parliament which would restrict MDCs from taking up dual posts, the Court was of the opinion that the amendment move would be contempt of court as the matter is pending in the Court. The PIL had sought the disqualification eight MLAs cum MDCs in Khasi and Jaintia Hills - Stephanson Mukhim, H.D.R. Lyngdoh, Ardent Miller Basaiawmoit, Metbah Lyngdoh, Pynshngain N Syiem, Phlastingwell Pangniang, Sanbor Shullai and Brolding Nongsiej.

(Agencies)

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Snapdeal, Flipkart gear up for festive season (ANI) New Delhi, Oct 5: E-commerce companies such as Snapdeal, Flipkart, Paytm and Shop Clues are expecting this festive season to benefit a category of service providers. Online marketplaces are trying new tricks, including shipping directly from the merchant if the buyer is in the same city or region as well as short-term tie-ups with regional and intra-city logistics players to offer the customers flexibility and ease. Honchos such as Snapdeal, Flipkart, Paytm and ShopClues are working on both models, whileAmazon recently announced a flex programme with a direct merchant-to-customer shipping option. Banking on the forthcoming Big Billion day sale, Flipkart has signed a contractual agreement to fulfill last-mile delivery of appliances from the fulfillment centre in the city. The model is expected to grow, though currently the players are focused on getting the logistics right for this festive season. In order to meet increased demand for delivery personnel, the regional players have been building capacity through part-time and temporary staffing.

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Azam Khan takes on PM Modi, says Beef ban: SC directs will raise 'communal violence' at UN J-K HC to constitute (ANI) Lucknow, Oct. 5: Uttar Pradesh Minority Welfare and Urban Development Minister Azam Khan on Monday said that he would take the issue of rampant communal violence in India to the United Nations and also appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to stop those who are spreading violence and communalism across the country. "PM Modi has opened the world to India after he insulted Indians by addressing our problems and policies in America. So, we are going to show the other side by highlighting the communal tension in this country. The UN is not capable of doling out justice and we know that, but the world needs to know this," Khan told. Khan further said the Prime Minister is creating an image that India is uncultured and rife with corruption, which is why he will raise the issue

of minorities being targetted. "We will mention that the Muslim community is being targetted and being exposed to disrespecting language and uncivilized behaviour. The human rights of Muslims are being violated and an environ-

ment of fear is being created. Preparations to make India a Hindu nation is in full swing," Khan said. Referring to the Dadri lynching case, Khan said Prime Minister Modi needed to address the issue of communal violence and added

it was high time that concrete action is taken. "If simply on the basis of rumours this amount of destruction is capable, then the situation has progressed from dangerous to alarming. But Modi ji remains silent and keeps backing violence instigators," Khan said.

Meanwhile, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) also urged Prime Minister Modi to break his silence on the Dadri lynching case. "A person has died in Dadri and today is the sixth day. Now, the Prime Minister should end his silence and speak on the matter. The whole nation is looking at him, the people want assurance that no one would be murdered in this country again for eating a particular kind of food. I request the Prime Minister with folded hands to end his silence and meet the victim's family members," AAP leader Ashutosh told .

three judge bench

(ANI) New Delhi, Oct. 5: The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Chief Justice of Jammu and Kashmir High Court to constitute a three judge bench and decide on the matter of beef ban. The apex court also put the order of the Jammu bench on temporary suspension for two months, which means that it will not be implemented during this time period. The state government has approached the Supreme Court after the Srinagar and Jammu wings of the High Court gave conflicting orders pertaining to the beef ban law. The Jammu wing of the High Court had on September 8 directed the state police chief to enforce a ban on the sale of beef in the state and take action against those defying the order. A week later, the Srinagar wing of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court admitted a petition that sought the striking down of the provision of the RPC banning the slaughter of cows.

People now expect action and a move forward (ANI) New Delhi, Oct. 5: The lack of deliverables in its first year of power by the Modi Government in pushing ahead with its development agenda can be fairly and squarely blamed on the Congress and other opposition parties. Failing in the finer nuances of parliamentary democracy, the Congress Party went all out to stall every effort of the Narendra Modi Government in Parliament to get the necessary reforms and development plans through. The Congress Party, in its hatred of Narendra Modi and the BJP, is prepared to risk the ire of India's people against it for stalling the development plans of the country.

India's youth is crying for jobs and industries need investment and technology from abroad. All that can be only possible, if reforms are allowed to go through the Houses of Parliament. It is time that the government thought of alternate strategies to carry its development agenda forward. Fabian socialist policies pursued by the Congress Party since independence introduced a Communist style economy in the country. As against what is enshrined in the Constitution of India, the Congress Party adopted a socialist pattern of society for India a euphemism for a controlled economy. This has led to entrenchment of

ISIS blows up 2,000year-old arch in Syrian city of Palmyra (ANI) London, Oct. 5: The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria(ISIS) has blown up a nearly 2,000year-old arch in the ancient Syrian city of Palmyra. ISIS militants destroyed the arch, but left the colonnades in place, the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.Syria's antiquities chief Maamoun Abdulkarim said that if the city of Palmyra remained in the hands of ISIS, then the city was doomed. In August, the extremists blew up the temple of Baal Shamin and the Temple of Bel, one of the best preserved sites. The group considers the buildings sacrilegious.

vested interests in the bureaucratic control of India.

The Communist style economy took the nation towards virtual bankruptcy by 1990. The nation was forced to mortgage a part of its gold reserves to meet international commitments.

The Narasimha Rao Government's Finance Minister Manmohan Singh, who had earlier been responsible for mortgaging India's gold, was now expected to reverse the economy and free it of controls. Economic reforms were launched with a huge devaluation of the Indian rupee and a beginning made in lifting several controls on a regulated economy. Thus begins the story of the so called liberalisation of the Indian economy, though to many, it seemed a temporary ploy to save the "socialist pattern of society" economy.

The Narasimha Rao Government at no point of time condemned the earlier economic policies that had led to near bankruptcy for India. It is strange that a democratic country like India, with a most liberal Constitution, had faulted and defeated the economic growth of its people through misconceived socialist policies. At the other end, a Communist country like China adopted a capitalist economy and is today in a position to challenge the world's number

one economy and power, the United States. The challenge now before the Modi Government is clear. It must fulfill its promise of development given to the people of India. There is no escape from the fact that time has come to get rid of all the vestiges of "socialist pattern of society" economy.

Winding up the Planning Commission, symbolic as it may have been, needs to be followed up by bold policies to undo the harm that has been done to the country and its people. Poverty in India has been perpetuated by the economic policies of

the past. The so called liberalisation of the Indian economy has been defeated by the mechanism of old economic policies - the bureaucratic controls being still very much intact. The taxation policies of India born during that era have been termed as "tax terrorism". The Indian taxation authorities were shaken to their bones when the Hon. Supreme Court delivered its judgement in the Vodafone case and overturned the heavy tax demand on that company. Then followed the retrospective tax amendment by then Finance Min-

ister Pranab Mukherjee to defeat the judgement of the country's highest court. If this is not state sponsored "tax terrorism" what else is this? If India has to move ahead with speed and meet the goals set by the Prime Minister, it has to demolish all vestiges of a "socialist pattern of society". The country needs to bring about changes that give a level playing field to all entrepreneurs, be they Indian or foreign, to create industries and jobs in India. The Modi Government has launched several new policies to bring about a visible

change to India and eradicate poverty. However, it needs to get rid of laws that create fear among investors, be they Indian or foreign.

India should be trusted to honour the rule of the law?

The retrospective tax law is one that needs to be scrapped altogether and assure the world that India respects the rule of law. The management and running of tax collection departments is another area that needs immediate attention and reform. India's revenue departments, be they income tax, customs or excise, are riddled with corruption. The worst hit is the honest tax payer, who must meet the extortionist demands of the tax assessing officers or else face expensive litigation against discretionary orders. There is a need to critically look at the huge discretionary powers that the assessing officers have.

Action with speed is needed on the promised ease of doing business in India.

How long will the nation go on suffering the rule of inspectors, licences and rules that prohibit any growth or launch of a new business or industry? How long will India's best brains have to go abroad and flourish there? Commiserating about the growth of the House of Tata's, the late J R D Tata had once commented that they would never have been

able to set up the industries they did if current laws had prevailed during the British era! India today has a visionary leader. We have a promise of a new dawn.

Prime Minister Modi has instilled a new confidence in the people of India.

India's poor are waiting for skills development to find job. They want a good education for their children.

That is the only way that poverty can be fought.

India's Diaspora has never been as proud of India as they have been since Modi took command of the nation.

The Prime Minister himself is a witness to the great success story that India's young have achieved for themselves in unknown foreign lands, in the midst of a different culture, different ethos. Several young Indian start ups have done well here at home too. But, talk to any of them 'off the record', and they are full of terrible stories of having to deal with corrupt officialdom. "If you want to survive in India, then you must learn to live with them and deal with them," they tell you. The system is here to stay and cannot be defeated, they say. This is something no foreign investor is prepared to accept or adapt itself to. Do we want all the competent young of India to emigrate abroad to achieve their

Growing number of AFSPA row: Omar slams Mufti's refugees returning 'overnight Army removal' formula to war torn Syria after aid cuts (ANI) Srinagar, Oct. 5 : National Conference (NC) working president Omar Abdullah today slammed Chief Minister Mufti Muhammad Sayeed's statement that the Army needs to vacate the state immediately, saying that how could he maintain this stand with soldiers being martyred till date fighting terrorism. "I still maintain that the Army needs to go and that their role needs to be reduced, but it is a gradual process.

You can't just get rid of

(ANI) New York, Oct 5: Increasing numbers of Syrian refugees are returning to their homeland from Jordan due to drastic aid cuts, homesickness and inability to pay smugglers to sneak them into Europe. The refugees and aid officials said that the growing numbers of refugees returning to Syria suggests that conditions in regional host countries have become increasingly intolerable. Forty-seven-year-old Adnan said they stopped getting any aid as they waited at the U.N.-run Zaatari refugee camp in northern Jordan to sign up his family for the return bus to the Syrian border, about 10 kilometers (6 miles) away. He only gave his first name for fear of repercussions from the Syrian authorities.

Andrew Harper, head of the U.N. refugee agency in Jordan, said the return of refugees, mainly women and children, to war-torn Syria, "signals a failure of the international protection regime." More than four million Syrians have fled the civil war in their country in the last four years.

them overnight. However, Mufti ji is not taking any concrete steps to put his words into action," Omar told the media here. Omar asserted that it was not the time to talk about the Army vacating the state, even though Mufti had said that their internal role in Jammu and Kashmir is over. "Jawans died today fighting terrorists and in these situations if you say that the Army has no role, then I'm sorry to say, but it is grave injustice to them," Omar added. He, however,

Kupwara : Four jawans killed in encounter, search ops underway (ANI) Kupwara, Oct. 5: Four Army jawans have been killed in the ongoing operation in Handwara sector in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district. The encounter between security forces and terrorists broke out in Rajwar area late on Sunday evening. The operation is underway to flush out the remaining terrorists from the Hafruda forest area here. Earlier, a terrorist was neutralised in another encounter in Lolab area of Handwara sector.

maintained his stand that the Indian Army had to leave the state, but gradually. He also added that he was surprised by Mufti's u-turn on the AFSPA. "I have been raising the matter of AFSPA ever since I was the chief minister and if you recall, Mehbooba Mufti had said it outright that the Army's name can't be maligned, they have played a great role and that we need to support them. Now, suddenly Mufti ji is saying that the Army's role is over and they

should pack up and leave, handing over to the police," Omar said. The Chief Minister while chairing the Civil-Military Liaison (CML) conference in Srinagar had reportedly insisted that the Army must vacate the land occupied by it and should not ask for more land. He also said there is a perceptible change for the good in the overall situation on the ground and logistic requirement of the army to deal with internal strife has considerably reduced.

dreams? It can be done in India, if only the government ensures that the country is rid of bureaucratic hurdles, the legacy of a licence permit raj and the "socialistic pattern of society" is made a thing of dark past. There is need for a massive purge of the administrative machinery of India. The beginning needs to be made in each and every ministry of the government. They need to look at the wasteful departments that work under them. Does the government really have to be that heavy and big? Believe it or not, India is still saddled with a number of 'temporary' departments that the British created during the World War 2.

All these cost a lot of money to the tax payer with no returns. Here is an example-the Films Division of the Government of India was set up during the war, shut down by Sardar Patel, and then recreated.

What does it do in this age of television and instant information? India is tired of slogans and promises made in the past - the great "garibi hatao", the doles of MNREGA. What India's young need is education, skills, opportunity and employment and a clean field to launch their enterprises? People now expect action and a move forward.

Nitish Katara murder case: SC to consider plea of accused on Oct. 9

(ANI) New Delhi, Oct. 5: The Supreme Court will consider the plea for enhancement of sentence against Vikas and Vishal Yadav on October 9 in connection with the 2002 Nitish Katara murder case.

Vikas and Vishal are undergoing 25 years imprisonment in connection with this case. Nitish Katara, a business executive, was abducted from a marriage party in Ghaziabad on the intervening night of February 16-17, 2002, and was later killed by the Yadav brothers.

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2 tourists, guide go missing in Rangamati Dhaka, Oct 5:Two tourists and their local guide have reportedly gone missing from Setupara area of Ruma upazila of Rangamati.The missing tourists are Munna, 34, Jamil, 28, hailed from Mirpur of Dhaka.However, the identity of the local guide could not be known yet.Ruma Upazila UNO Kazi Mohammad Chahel Tastari confirmed the missing of two tourists and their guide to the D h a k a Tribune."Members of law enforcer agencies have started drive to re-

cover them," said the UNO.Quoting locals the UNO said two tourists and their local guide went missing from Setupara on Sunday afternoon while going to visit Baga Lake in Ruma upazila of Rangamati. When contacted, Ruma police station OC Shariful Islam said: "No complained was filed with the police station in this regard.""The tourists did not register their names with police station on arrival here although it was mandatory to enlist their names with police as tourists." (Agencies)

Explosion in China chemical plant injures seven workers

Beijing, Oct 5: Seven workers were injured today in an explosion at a chemical plant in China's Zhejiang Province, officials said, just weeks after massive blasts in the northern port city of Tianjin killed 173 people.The blast occurred this morning at Zhejiang Hongxiang Chemical Co. Ltd, in Shangyu City, the local authorities said. Two of the injured are in a serious condition, they said.About 70 firefighters and 22 fire engines were rushed to put out the blaze and prevent the flames from reaching a nearby warehouse containing 50 tonnes of inflammable chemicals, including sodium chlorate.

The disaster sparked widespread outrage over alleged safety violations and fears of pollutants contaminating the air and water. Several cases of explosions in chemical plants have been reported in recent months in China including the massive explosions at a warehouse in Tianjin where highly toxic chemicals including stockpiles of cyanide were stored. Over 170 people were killed while hundreds others were injured in the Tianjin blasts which took place in August. Another explosion at a chemical plant in Shandong killed one person and injured nine in the same month. (Agencies)

Bangladesh's political crisis was not discussed in US visit, says Hasina Dhaka, Oct 5: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said nobody she met during her visit to the US, including heads of government and state to ministers, discussed the political crisis in Bangladesh. According to media, Hasina said that the world is more interested in Bangladesh's development rather than the country's last general election. Along with addressing the United Nations General Assembly

( UNGA) and joining several important discussions, Hasina also had meetings with presidents and prime ministers of several countries during her recent visit to the US. Hasina's Awami League and its allies returned to power for a second consecutive term through the 2014 elections, boycotted by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) -led alliance.

(ANI)

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Ceasefire to Be Signed by Some Armed Groups in October, Others Abstain Rangoon, Oct 5: A longawaited ceasefire agreement between the government and ethnic armed groups will be signed on Oct. 15, negotiators said, though the pact will not be the "inclusive" agreement many ethnic groups had hoped for.Seven ethnic armed groups have committed to signing the pact while other key stakeholders will abstain, calling into question whether the pact can truly be considered "nationwide." A number of powerful armed groups, including the Kachin Independence Organization (KIO), will not accede.The Restoration Council of Shan State (RCSS) is also likely to sign the accord despite recent apprehension following aerial attacks by the Burma Army , but the group is not among the core that has made a public commitment to the Oct. 15 ceremony in

Naypyidaw. The seven signatories will include the All Burma Students Democratic Front (ABSDF), Arakan Liberation Party (ALP), Chin National Front (CNF), Democratic Karen Benevolent Party (DKBA), Karen National Liberation PartyPeace Council (KNLA-PC),

Karen National Union (KNU) and Pa-O National Liberation Party (PNLA).As outlined in the draft, a political dialogue will commence within 90 days of officiating the accord, regardless of how many groups are signatories. Those that do not sign the agreement

will have the right to observe political discussions but will not be allowed to participate, including three that are currently in active conflict with the government. Speaking to reporters in Rangoon on Sunday, KNU general secretary Kwe Htoo Win said other armed

groups will be able to join the pact when they are ready."In order to instill the NCA [nationwide ceasefire agreement], we have agreed to sign it. We are the frontrunners, and other groups will join us later," he said, explaining that while some stakeholders do not yet trust the government, the process must move forward to establish assurances. "Our political policy is that we believe we need to talk at the table to solve our conflict, we cannot solve this with gun. We believe this NCA could build trust. Based on actions taken by the government, we will trust them."The government's chief peace negotiator, Union Minister Aung Min said on Sunday that the Burma Army does not intend to take military action against those groups that do not sign the pact, stating the government's

Rajapaksa thinks UN resolution on war crimes against Lanka not a victory Colombo, Oct. 5: Sri Lanka's former presidentMahinda Rajapaksa has said that even though the United Nations resolution against Sri Lanka on war crimes sponsored by the US without a vote is being hailed as a diplomatic victory, he is unable to share the same view.According to Lankaweb.com, Rajapaksa said in a statement that the operative paragraph 6 of the resolution says that foreign judges, prosecutors, lawyers and investigators in the Sri Lankan judicial mechanism would be set up to investigate alleged human rights abuses during the war.Sri Lankan Prime Min-

ister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that Sri Lanka has now been 'taken off the agenda in the UNHRC'.Meanwhile, Sri Lankan activists have welcomed the government's commitment to ensuring those responsible are held to account and have encouraged them to continue to work with the UN.The 47-member United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) at its ongoing 30th session here approved by consensus a crucial resolution led by the USA and the UK, and backed by Sri Lanka itself, in a move hailed by worldwide advocacy groups. (ANI)

Japan says outraged by killing of Japanese man in Bangladesh Dhaka, Oct 5: Japan's top government spokesman expressed outrage todayover the killing of a Japanese citizen who became the second foreigner to be gunned down in Bangladesh in less than a week. Kuino Hoshi was shot to death by unidentified assailants in northern Bangladesh on Saturday. Bangladesh's government rejected a statement by the Islamic State group claiming responsibility for the attack.

"Such a dastardly act should never be repeated. I feel outraged by such an act," Yoshihide Suga, Japan's chief Cabinet secretary, told reporters in Tokyo today. He extended condolences to Hoshi's family, and said the Japanese government

was seeking a full investigation into the case.

Bangladesh has been struggling in recent months with a rise in violence claimed by hardline Islamic groups, banning several that have been blamed for killing four bloggers this year.

The Islamic State group issued a statement claiming responsibility for Saturday's attack, according to the SITE Intelligence Group, which monitors jihadi postings online. The report could not be independently confirmed. The Islamic State also claimed responsibility for the killing of an Italian aid worker last week in Bangladesh's capital. "Oh, it's absolutely rubbish, there is no IS in the country, no way,"

Bangladeshi Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan told The Associated Press on Sunday. "Why would IS do this here?

These are incidents for creating instability in the country." "The claims are fishy and we are examining," he said. Khan's view was echoed by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who also dismissed the Islamic State's claims. Hasina on Sunday blamed the country's main opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party and its key ally, Jamaat-e-Islami, for the attacks, accusing the groups of trying to destabilize the cointry . However, a spokesman for the BNP refuted the prime minister's charge, saying Hasina's state-

confused and complicated, so it may take some time to get the facts, he noted."But we will get the facts, and we will be full and transparent about sharing them with the American people, but also with the people of Afghanistan, and for that matter, the entire world, to include the essential non-profit factor, the non-governmental organisation community, which is so critical," he asserted.Carter praised the work of Doc-

tors Without Borders, saying they are a "very important part of the world's work today, and of making a better world and keeping people safe.""Their medical work in Afghanistan and elsewhere is vital and is appreciated by certainly all of us in the US, but I think everyone around the world," he said, adding that his office has been in contact with Doctors Without Borders over this weekend to emphasize that a full

and transparent investigation will be conducted.Carter said he has also issued instruction to ensure that the US makes available, and the coalition in Afghanistan, makes available medical care as possible, and as asked for, for folks in Kunduz.Doctors Without Borders/Medecines Sans Frontieres, whose hospital was bombed later this week, in a statement called for an indep e n d e n t investigation.MSF Gen-

eral Director Christopher Stokes strongly refuted claims from Afghan officials that MSF's hospi-

Malala wants Pak to `always` win against India in cricket Karachi, Oct.5 (ANI): Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai has expressed her desire that peace should be there between India and Pakistan, but when it comes to cricket all she wants is Pakistan to win.While speaking to an Indian news channel, the teenage human rights activist said that she always hoped for India and Pakistan to have good relations, but in cricket she wanted Pakistan to win.Expressing her desire to visit Pakistan again in the near future, she said she wanted to return to her motherland and serve her people.Malala, who was surprised with the love and affection that the Indian people have showered upon her, said she wished to pay a visit to India, especially Delhi and Mumbai, to inspire young girls there. The youngest-ever Nobel laureate maintained that her father was her source of inspiration but also revealed that it was her mother who encouraged both of them as she always believed in speaking the truth. (ANI)

Japan will back Sri Lanka's domestic process

ments were expected and regrettable. Saturday's attack took place in Mahiganj village in Rangpur district, with local residents saying two assailants shot three times at Hoshi. A third man waited for the pair on a motorbike, and the

three then fled together on the bike. Japanese public broadcaster NHK reported that Hoshi, a 66year-old farmer from Japan's northern prefecture of Iwate, had operated agricultural projects in that region and near Tokyo. (Agencies)

US Defence Secretary promises accountability for Afghanistan hospital attack Washington, Oct 5: US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter has promised "accountability" for the death of innocent civilians in an American air strike on a hospital in Afghanistan's Kunduz city, saying a transparent investigation has been launched into the incident."There will be accountability as always with these incidents, if that is required," Carter told reporters travelling with him to Spain.The situation in Kunduz is

commitment to continue working with them toward eventual ascension of the ceasefire.Several international observers are expected to attend the signing ceremony, including the Euroean Union and representatives of the governments of regional neighbors.

Burma's President Thein Sein and Burma Army Commander-in-Chief Snr-Gen Min Aung Hlaing have also been invited to sign the document but have not made a public commitment to do so.Several ethnic armed groups have explicitly requested that the president and army chief sign the ceasefire to add assurance that fighting on the ground will stop once a deal is struck. MPC officials have said that the accord will only be signed by Aung Min, but that other political figures will be present at the signing. (Agencies)

tal in Kunduz was used by the Taliban for military purposes."MSF is disgusted by the recent

statements coming from some Afghanistan government authorities justifying the attack on its hospital in Kunduz," he said."These statements imply that Afghan and US forces working together decided to raze to the ground a fully functioning hospital with more than 180 staff and patients inside because they claim that members of the Taliban were present. This amounts to an admission of a war crime," Stokes alleged.

(Agencies)

Colombo, Oct 5:The Japanese Government says it will back Sri Lanka's domestic process to address issues related to the war, the office of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said today.Wickremesinghe had talks with Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida in Japan today while on a five day visit to the country.At the meeting, the Japanese Foreign Minister had noted the efforts of the new Government to win the confidence of the international community.Kishida said that as a close friend of Sri Lanka, the Japanese Government will assist Sri Lanka as it looks to create a new country."I believe our relationship will grow stronger through the discussions to be held during your visit," the Japanese Foreign Minister told Wickremesinghe. He said Japan has taken note of the efforts of the new Government to create a conducive environment for investors in Sri Lanka. (Agencies)

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Beef ban and lynching India's democratic laws under scanner Slaughter of cows is a sensitive issue in India as the animal is considered sacred by Hindus, who comprise 80% of the country's 1.2bn people. Uttar Pradesh is among a number of Indian states who have tightened laws banning cow slaughter and the sale and consumption of beef.

The beef ban has also provoked outrage with many questioning how the government decides what is on their plate. The lynching of a 50year-old man by a mob which accused his family of consuming beef in a Dadri village has sparked outrage with opposition parties alleging that such incidents are a result of the "climate of hate" propagated under BJP to polarise people.

Mohammad Akhlaq was kicked and beaten with stones by a group of men in Dadri in Uttar Pradesh state and his 22-year-old son was also seriously injured in the attack. Mr Akhlaq's family claimed that the family had stored mutton, and not beef, in their fridge though. Six people have been arrested in connection with the incident. Police are said to be investigating into the matter. Eleven states - including Uttar Pradesh and two union territories (federally-administered regions) in India banned slaughter of cows, calves, bulls and bullocks.

News of the attack comes against the backdrop of a long-running debate in the country over the slaughter of cows. The debate was revived in March when the local government in the Indian state of Maharashtra, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party is in power, introduced a wide-ranging ban on the sale and consumption of beef. And terming the incident as "painful", Union Minister Mahesh Sharma, who is the BJP MP from Noida, said it happened due to a "misunderstanding" and dismissed allegations that it was an attempt to polarise the village ahead of the panchayat polls. The Congress alleged that such communal incidents were bound to escalate in the run-up to the Bihar elections. A section of the intellectuals are of the view that such politics need to be condemned who believe that there is a growing ambience and climate of hate, politics of poison while hatred is bound to grow in the run-up to the Bihar elections. The ruling Samajwadi Party in Uttar Pradesh too attacked the BJP, saying it was using issues like beef ban to spread hate.

Scarce onions India imports record 18,000 tonnes from Egypt Egypt has exported 18,000 tonnes of onions to India in just two months as onion prices continue to surge following heavy unseasonal rains in India's onion producing states. Onion prices have been trading at 60-70 Indian rupees per kg as a shortage of onions has led to a 'crisis'. Crops had been damaged following heavy rains, leading to high prices due to lack of onions to meet the demands of the 1.25 billion strong population. As a result of the shortage, Indian imports of onions from Egypt during the months of August and September 2015 reached 18,000 tonnes.

A similar amount is expected to be exported to India in the coming two months, according to sources.

This is the first time India, which also imports oranges, has imported such high quantities of onions from Egypt. According to reports, in 2014-2015, India imported just 576 tonnes of onions from Egypt. The more reddish coloured onions from Egypt have been making their way to Indian vegetable mandis over the last few weeks. According to a statement by an Egyptian competent authority, the Indian imports of onions from Egypt during August and September 2015 stood at 18,000 tonnes. A similar amount is in the pipeline for being exported to India. Egyptian export of onions to India is estimated to reach around 35,000 tonnes in 2015, up from 567 tonnes in 2014-15. Traders are also reported to have hoarded onions, leading to scarcity and high prices. India has been importing onions from Egypt and Afghanistan to tide over the crisis. The import of onions from Egypt is the highest till date. In 2013-2014, India imported 314 tonnes of onions from Egypt, while there was no import the previous year. India has also been importing onions from Afghanistan to tide over the crisis.

In the wake of these onion imports from Egypt, it could prove to be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it might put an end to the increasing onion prices in India and on the other hand it might also make onion prices much higher as compared to what they are now. Currently, the wholesale rates of onions in Nashik and Mumbai are around Rs 55 and Rs 61 per kg respectively and the wholesalers might sell these imported onions for around Rs 45 to Rs 50 per kg to bring down the prices. Meanwhile, in the previous years, Indian government had also imported onions from Pakistan, although there have been no imports from there this year. The Egyptian onions are slightly bigger and appear more reddish in colour, when compared to the Indian bulb. The diameter of the imported onion is between 60mm and 85mm.

Create space for civil society in Democracy Ranjan K Baruah India is one of the largest democracies in the world, and it has held immense significance. Democracy is a form of government in which power ultimately comes from the people who are governed, whether through direct voting or through elected representatives. Democracy provides an environment for the protection and effective realization of human rights. It is a universal value based on the freely expressed will of people to determine their own political, economic, social and cultural systems and their full participation in all aspects of their lives.

The link between democracy and human rights is captured in article 21(3) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which states: "The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of government; this shall be expressed in periodic and genuine elections which shall be by universal and equal suffrage and shall be held by secret vote or by equivalent free voting procedures".

The spread of democracy around the world is one of the most significant achievements of our times.

Elections in different countries and in different organizations are positive steps.

It was not familiar a century ago. But now we could see elections being held in most of the parts of the world.

General elections in Bhutan in recent times are another

achievement of democracy which did not happen in the past. In case of India, we have seen how elections are being held. Though there are some people who try to misuse the system but in democracy everyone has rights and the participation of people is making it more vibrant in India.

United Nations activities in support of democracy and governance are carried out through the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF), the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO), the Department of Political Affairs (DPA), the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), and the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women), among others. Such activities are inseparable from the UN's work in promoting human rights, development, and peace and security, and include: assisting parliaments to enhance the checks and balances that allow democracy to thrive; helping to strengthen the impartiality and effectiveness of national human rights institutions and justice and security systems; helping to develop legislation and media capacities to ensure freedom of expression and access to information; assisting to develop policies and legislation to guarantee the right to freedom of association and of peaceful assembly; provid-

ing electoral assistance and long-term support for electoral management bodies; promoting women's participation in political and public life.

Civil society plays a crucial role in democracy and has never been more important than this year, as the world prepares to implement a new development agenda, agreed to by all the world's Governments. However, for civil society activists and orga-

nizations in a range of countries covering every continent, space is shrinking - or even closing - as some Governments have adopted restrictions that limit the ability of NGOs to work or to receive funding.

In recent years some Indian NGOs are also facing problems which receive grants and support from foreign agencies under Foreign Contribution Regulation Act. It's time we promote

democracy or democratic governance for a better world. In 2011, UNDP helped more than 130 countries and devoted US$1.5 billion in resources to democratic governance, making UNDP the world's largest provider of democratic governance assistance. The United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF) supports projects that strengthen the voice of civil society, promote human rights, and encourage the

participation of all groups in democratic processes. It is the only UN entity that has the word "democracy" in its name; the only UN body with the primary purpose of supporting democracy through empowering civil society; and one of the youngest entities in the UN system. Together we can make our democracy more vibrant and lead the world through democracy and participation. Being a nation of many young people we may work for transparency and accountability and make our democracy as the best functioning model in the world. For doing this government must make sure that they provide space to the civil societies.

There are more possibilities of growth and development where civil society and government work together on many occasions. There must be space for civil society in democracy so that apart from opposition civil society may also help in promoting transparency. Roles of civil society may be limited but it brings vibrancy as it provides information and keeps many citizens active.

There must be space for civil society and governments must encourage participation of civil society.

Creation of space for civil society means bringing more development in a transparent way which leads to inclusive growth and progress.

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The Significance of India's Big Rate Cut The RBI's 50 basis point cut coincides with increasingly positive economic data for India.

Anish Mishra Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Raghuram Rajan announced a 50 basis points cut in the interest rate, from 7.25 percent to 6.75 percent, in his most dovish move since taking over the reins of the RBI. With this move, Rajan has thus cut interest rates 125 basis points since taking over.

This generous cut has been welcomed as an advance Diwali gift by both the government and Dalal Street. As Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said "It's only common sense that the RBI cuts interest rates." An analysis of Tuesday's decision would indicate that all factors in the RBI's policymaking framework had in fact pointed towards a well-deserved interest rate cut. India's consumer price index (CPI) inflation has hit a low of 3.66 percent, significantly better than the

RBI's targeted January 2016 CPI inflation target of 6 percent. China's devaluation of the yuan also provided a strong case for a competitive monetary easing of the Indian Rupee, while the postponement of the U.S. Federal Open Market Committee's rate hike acted as a further impetus for an interest rate cut in India.

Another element that plays a relatively crucial role in Indian monetary policy - and one seen in few other central banks is data on the monsoon.

According to the RBI's fourth bimonthly policy statement, released the Indian monsoon has been timely and effective, but there have been regional disparities in the supply of rainfall. The policy statement did, however, note that there would be an increase in crop production, thus contributing to agricultural price stability.

Victory Over Inflation When Raghuram Rajan was appointed RBI governor in 2013 he had made an open declaration of war on inflation. Initially, then, Rajan was hawkish, gradually raising interests rates from the 7.25 percent his predecessor left him to a whopping 8.0 percent. This onslaught is the reason for today's low inflation figures.

So is the battle over?

Although most RBI observers expected a significant revision in inflation targets, the RBI policy statement explicitly stated that it expects inflation to rise in the coming months, and thus made only a symbolic revision to the January 2016 inflation target, from 6 percent to 5.8 percent. If general price levels remain steady, then given that world economic developments are leaving a substantial buffer in

place to cushion inflation expectations, it is very likely that the RBI will outperform its inflation target. In that case, then all else being equal 2016 could see rate cuts of another 100 basis points, or at the very least a drop in real interest rates to 2 percent, which based on the Fisher equation currently stand at 3.09 percent after the RBI rate cut of 50 basis points.

For the Indian economy to benefit from the RBI rate cut, Indian commercial banks will have to pass it on to borrowers. The fourth bimonthly monetary policy statement reaffirmed the fact that although the RBI had previously cut rate by 75 basis points, the median rate of transmission by commercial banks has been a mere 30 basis points. If India's growth engines are to be truly lit, the RBI rate cuts have to

reach the ground. For this to happen the RBI and the finance ministry will have to work together to push for a greater transmission of rate cuts by commercial banks to lenders.

Paving the Road Ahead There are few places on earth with a brighter economic outlook than that which the Indian subcontinent enjoys. The developed world is already facing issues such as saturation, aging populations, and sluggish growth.

Other emerging markets meanwhile are no longer performing as they once were, and in particular the other Asian giant, China is facing a downturn.

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has already labelled 7 percent GDP growth as disappointing, which makes clear that the Indian central government expects nothing less than double-digit GDP growth.

This would certainly be possible if the influx of foreign direct investment is accompanied with increases in private domestic investment. Prime Minster Narendra Modi's "Make in India" campaign also seems to be taking off well, for instance with Foxconn announcing that it will be starting manufacturing operations in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Projects such as the ambitious cleaning of the holy river Ganges, the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (clean India) campaign, Jan Dhan Yojana (financial inclusion scheme), infrastructure developments, agricultural enhancements, and smart cities may help finally realize the "midnight hour" that Jawaharlal Nehru was talking about in 1947, when the world is sleeping and India finally awakens. The 21st century could be the century in which India will truly have its "tryst with destiny."

Contradictory Indeed!

Sir, The recent appointment of 13 Parliamentary secretaries and re-entry of two ministers from Barak Valley facilitated 62 MLAs out of a total of 68 MLAs of Congress in landing lucrative posts. Only 6 hapless MLAs are left unattended. Tarun Gogoi, the Chief-minister has been repeatedly alleging that the NDA headed by BJP is depriving Assam of its dues and hence, financially the state is in a tight corner. On the contrary, both the Central and state BJP emphatically asserted that NDA government released sufficient fund to the state. As alleged by Debananda Konwar, a stalwart of Congress and ex Governor of Bihar called Tarun Gogoi a liar. Now, the question arises, if the state really passes through a tough phase financially, what prompted the chief-minister to appoint 13 parliamentary secretaries and the said two cabinet ministers, in the absence of whom the administration could have continued as usual. Again, newspaper reports suggest that the ruling dispensation of the state is all set to purchase weaving thread and blanket worth Rs 862 crore for distribution among the poor.

The BJP alleged that the items will be distributed among those only who have a soft corner for Con-

gress. If the congress-ruled state is really suffering from the financial stringency, what promoted the Chief-minister to go for such a huge purchase? Again, we have seen that our Prime-minister, by his gift of the gab won the hearts of the millions abroad by projecting a bright picture of India. But does the Prime-minister know about the dilapidated road condition in Assam?

Yours etc.

Ashok Bordoloi Dibrugarh

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From eating chocolates in record time to fitting coins in closed mouth: Meet men who create bizarre records Gargi Gupta "A record was set in Mumbai this June for most burning candles held in the mouth - 12. I propose to break that by holding 33 candles. Your photographer can click. It will be something unique for your newspaper."

Records are the hobby horse of the 73-year-old auto-parts manufacturer, who makes a strange sight with hundreds of tattoos on his body - 305 flags and the faces of Barack Obama and Narendra Modi all over his torso, face, scalp, hands and even legs. It's one of over 22 records he has made in the past 25 years among them bizarre ones, such as stuffing 496 straws in his mouth, longest distance pizza hand-delivered from New Delhi to San Francisco, drinking a bottle of ketchup in 39 seconds flat, and so on.

Equally bizarre are the 176 or so records that Mumbai's Dinesh Upadhyaya claims to have made - the most burning candles in your mouth (yes, that's the one Rishi wants to break), most coins fit in closed mouth, fastest time to eat 15 Ferrero Rocher chocolates, etc. Or Bangalore's S. Rameshbabu's 60 records, including "fastest time to pocket 1,000 carrom pawns", "fastest 100 basketball shootings", "fastest sandwich making in one hour" and "fastest double arm rotation in one hour".

Indians are well known for their obsession with making records. We were the country with the third highest number of applications sent to Guinness World

Records last year. The latest edition of the Guinness, for instance, has 58 records

by Indians - the most until now. But a few multiple record holders have taken this to another extreme altogether.

What drives them?

"It's an addiction‌ madness, and nothing but madness," says BB Nayak, the Mumbai-based martial arts trainer and journalist who has made 19 records since 1999. On a more sober note, Rishi says he wants to prove to his sons, IT professionals settled abroad with well-paying jobs, that he's still their "baap".

Clearly, the desire for recognition, manifested in media coverage, appearances on TV and on stage plays a big part, but it's also, to quote Nayak, "the satisfaction of doing something different". It's a similar objective that drives Upadhyaya - in fact, he wants to go one up and become the Indian with the most number of records in the 'mouth stuffing' category. Rameshbabu, a goldmedal winning scientist, wanted to show the world that "it was possible for a human being to have a wide range of interests in unconnected areas".

For Suresh Joseph, who has 12 records for various, long-distance, solo speed driving - he's done north to south, east to west India, the 6,000-km Golden Quadrilateral, etc - it began with the desire to drive to London. The idea, initially, was to experience the different cultures of the places he would drive through and spread awareness of these back home, thus helping

Helplessness Beauty Lekharu Saikia Submerged, Submerging, will submerge Did, has been doing, will do - Who? What?

It's a riddle, asked the stranger My reply was prompt and simple.

It's a force, mightier than us.

Affects everyone, whether a family or a single.

"How come the answer so fast?

Your thoughts surprisingly so vast."

I said, Oh! The land that feeds on rain Swells up its belly without any gain Sufferers strain without in vain What we all call it?

Flood; Flood; Flood; Expert in destroying and sucking Blood; Blood; Blood Its logic behind the destruction Is to clean up every construction Whether man made, or made by the supreme power It justifies itself as God's blessing in the form of shower Its watery robe having no fixed shape No fixed colour but a off white base, Fits into every region As if a perfect tailors creation Unavailable in any market Availability depends on the skies' pain Which cries seeing the earth below Its humanity so poor, activity so slow.

Do you have a perfect solution?

The stranger asked again.

I fumbled lacking an answer Coz' solutions, solutions, solutions Since a century, since a decade, just an ongoing search Years of planning Hundreds of projects Crores of investment Thousands of meetings Lakhs of orders and unknown charities But the outcome?

Just Rehabilitation camps Which serve as politicians ramps.

A few packets of water Reached or not no one to bother Supply of outdated medicines Though exposed still new policies Helicopter rides and crocodile tears what more?

There's no remedy to inefficiency No solution to incompetency No laws to eradicate inhumanity Unless the protectors stop being predators Unless the victims no longer treated as culprits We can still wish for a change, Although it sounds strange, So, I appealed to the stranger "Brother, lets no more waste time Let's bind our thoughts and work on the same line Let's find out what little can we do After all little drops of water Make the ocean blue.

create a more tolerant society. But the former senior railways official is now hooked because driving alone, he has found, "is a great way to spend quality time with yourself".

Heavy price to pay?

Whatever the thrills or the sense of personal satisfaction, making records is expensive business, and few sponsors will come forward to help. "Ninety per cent of my records have been selffinanced," says Rameshbabu. "Often, the expenses run into lakhs.

There's the videography and other record-related paraphernalia, buying gadgets, experimenting with different materials and so on."

There's also little recognition - other than the shortlived media hoopla.

Rishi wants an audience with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whom he admires, and President

Pranab Mukherjee. "I've written a letter to them saying that I have made so many records and want to be invited to tea at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. But I haven't so much as got an acknowledgment," he rues.

Then there's the physical cost. Rishi extracted all his teeth in order to fit all those straws into his mouth; he's spent close to Rs.5 lakh getting the permanent tattoos.

Nayak was covered with blisters while attempting to do 1,000 sit-ups in one hour and had to remain in bed for two months. Another record, the highest number of groin kicks, caused internal bleeding, while his record for "most number of backhand push-ups" was made with a bandage tied around his left wrist - he'd broken it during practise but couldn't put off the event as arrangements had already been made.

Rameshbabu looks back on his "fastest head rotation in one minute" - 158 - as "slightly risky".

"During practice I could feel the fluid inside the brain," he says.

No wonder then that these record hunters battle stiff disapproval from their families. Rishi's wife Vimla - herself a world record holder for the "smallest legal will", just three words, all to son - is sick of the "kooda" (garbage) he's filled their three-storey house in north Delhi with.

"She refuses to go anywhere with me, because of all these tattoos," Rishi says.

Nayak never speaks to his wife about any new record he wants to make. "She is absolutely opposed to it because of the dangers involved," he admits.

Rameshbabu's wife similarly disapproves of the

drain that his obsession causes to the household income.

But our record holders remain unfazed. They have their eyes set on the next record. Rameshbabu is training to notch a record for playing solo football non-stop for one hour; Joseph, who has run out of finances, will be embarking on a "mata, pita, guru" walk from the northernmost tip of Kerala to its southernmost tip. And Rishi has three more records planned. "The record for the most number of mosquitoes killed in one clap is 23. I only have to go to the nearest cow shed, shine a torch and clap and I am sure to beat that record," he says, tongue firmly in his sunken cheek. There's another he wants to make that of oldest parents, but his wife isn't obliging.

So for now, Rishi opens his

mouth wide, as his friend, journalist and videographer VK Sharma helps him stuff the candles in his mouth and lights them with a match. It's dangerous, with the hot wax dripping on his torso and the flame lurching close to his face. But Rishi is resolute, and manages to hold on for a few seconds, his feat captured by the camera. Will it be a record?

Will Guinness accept it?

That remains to be seen.

1) Guinness Rishi Har Prakash, aka Guinness Rishi, set his first record in 1990 for riding a scooter non-stop for 1,001 hours.

Among the other records held by this 73-year-old inveterate record hunter are longest will (489 pages, 1,04,567 characters), oldest adoptee (Rishi's own brother-in-law aged 61 years, seven months, 22 days), longest lease (a billion years, of the first and second floor of the building he lives in) and smallest holding at half by half inch.

"Sabse bada topi-baaz", Rishi's wife calls him affectionately, as he wants to set the record for wearing the most number of hats. Rishi is also the founder of the Recordbreakers Society of India, which he set up to help those seeking to set records.

2) Dr S. Rameshbabu The 59-year-old scientist has an impressive CV, over and above his record-making feats. A PhD in metallurgy from the prestigious Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Rameshbabu has four patents and several published scientific papers.

Rameshbabu also runs "Top of the World" Centre for Excellence, which imparts motivational training, including telling people how to set records.

He has a world record here too, for imparting lectures to more than one lakh people in nine-and-a-half years. His scientific training, Rameshbabu says, helps in him as he is always looking to "quantify, to set targets". His submissions too are like research projects, systematically compiled with photographs and logs.

3) BB Nayak The 50-year-old Navi Mumbai based journalist

and Six Sigma black belt is a vegetarian. Not just that, he claims never to have had any medicines in his life.

Home remedies and herbs are all that he uses to cure ailments, minor and major.

After his record-making feats brought him to the limelight, Nayak was enlisted by the Railway Protection Force to train its force, especially women.

He also runs a martial arts training school which trains record aspirants and already claims to have helped seven students notch Limca records. "I once had a very bad experience with one of my students, fiveyear-old Indresh Naithani who set a Limca record for turning cartwheels. I later realised that his parents were using his record to advertise their coaching centre. Now I insist that all who want to make records be older than 18 years of age, so that they know what they are doing," says Nayak. He's the inspiration for Stephen Kelman's recent book, Man of Fire.

4) Dinesh Upadhyaya He's also called "Maximouth" for the many things he's stuffed into his mouth - candles, chopsticks, test tubes, coins, grapes etc. The resident of Goregaon has had to battle intense disapproval from his parents to pursue his extreme hobby. His brother, Manish, however, has partnered him for a number of records - the one on "most dice caught in cupped hands when blindfolded" being one of them.

5) Suresh Joseph For this 57-year-old former railway services officer, it all began in 1997, the 50th anniversary of India's independence. Joseph had the idea that he would drive solo to London carrying with him a letter from then prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee that he would deliver to British prime minister Tony Blair - an act of goodwill. He made detailed plans for the journey but it didn't come about as he changed jobs. Finally, in 2000, he decided to give up his job and set off. His first expedition was to all the states of India. This year he fulfilled his London driving dream, too. Joseph blogs regularly and has written three books on his travels.

A Mumbai Uni Student Reveals The Injustice That Is Putting Students' Careers At Stake Anonymous Have you ever been woken up by a nightmare during exams where you see yourself helpless and unable to finish your paper? Or maybe you kept on sleeping and missed the train to reach the examination hall on time, or you just forgot that you had an exam?

Well, those are nothing compared to real life nightmares that you get to see and experience while studying at the very famous Mumbai University (MU).

Along with the fear of exams comes the inevitable fear of the administrative problems of Mumbai University. Students of present and past batches have experienced some really bad situations while taking their university level exams and the procedures related to it, which don't come to light on many instances.

At the beginning of the year itself, you will see professors telling students to be careful while writing their papers, rather than telling them the syllabus first, because even professors are clueless of the myriad problems that might arise dur-

ing and after an MU examination, and they cannot help their students. I want to highlight some eyeopening instances that will scare and alert anyone wanting to seek admission to Mumbai University.

1) What if you turn up at the examination center on time, finish your paper and anticipate that you will get at least more than the expected marks, but while looking for your results, your name has vanished!

How would you feel? Well, MU will mark you absent and even fail you even if you have valid proof of being present while writing the paper and you will have to write your exams all over again and waste one year of your life writing exams which you have already written just because MU marked you absent!

2) There is no end to the long and never ending mental trauma that one has to go through while taking admission to a different college post studying at MU because they don't have the hard copy of the mark sheets ready even 10 months post declaration of results.

3) If you are planning to do a short-term course from MU, think twice, be wise!

A topper of her respective course in my college still hasn't been provided with her passing certificate for the course, even after several threats and follow ups.

Finally, after two years she has even given up the hope of getting it.

4) Another student, in a similar situation, had to do her Master's Degree all over again from another university because she did not have a valid proof of completion of the same and was denied jobs.

5) In yet another case, where a girl who was the topper in all 5 semesters in her 3 year BSc. course was shocked to see that she had failed in one subject in semester 6 while she got more than 60% out of 75 in all the other subjects. With this, her expectations and aspirations were broken. Not only did she have to write the exams all over again but also had to pay extra for the second attempt and the reevaluation.

7) Here's the cherry on the cake. To top it all, I have

seen administrative staff working on Windows 98 systems at MU and in some offices the work is done manually. In this hitech world, where everything can be done so easily with just a click, we still have people following

the old school techniques of work at one of the best Universities in the country.

If you have all the time and money in the world (and patience), and if you are willing to waste an entire year of your life, just because a clerk in

some office in the University of Mumbai couldn't do his job properly, or a computer couldn't record your name in the exam list, do enroll for a course at MU, once the pride of the country, now almost in shambles.

DIBRUGARH, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6

BUSINESS

PAN Card to be mandatory for cash transactions beyond threshold, says FM (ANI) New Delhi, Oct 5: The Centre is at an advanced stage to make it mandatory for people to furnish PAN (Permanent Account Number) Card details for cash transactions beyond a certain limit to check generation of domestic black money. Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, in a Facebook post, said the government is at an advanced stage in considering the requirement of furnishing PAN Card details if cash transactions beyond a certain limit are undertaken. He said the monitoring regime of the income tax department has been strengthened and its capacity to access information and apply technology driven analytical tools to expose evasion has been enhanced. Stressing that bulk of black money is still

Sriram Venkataraman appointed as new Flipkart's CFO for commerce platform Bengaluru, Oct 5: Homegrown e-commerce giant Flipkart announced appointment of Sriram Venkataraman, as the CFO for its commerce platform and Pramod Jain as Vice President and Head of Taxation.

Mr.Venkataraman, as the finance lead for the commerce platform (CP), will head all aspects of the finance function for CP and will be responsible to drive the CP business to deliver its ambitions, the company said in a release. He has over 19 years of exper i e n c e i n U n i l e v e r, handling a variety of leadership and operational responsibilities.

His last role was Head of Sales Finance in Hindustan Unilever.

On the other hand, Pramod Jain in his role as Vice President and Head of Taxation will add his might to create a strong charter for the taxation team and play a key role in taking the team's engagement with revenue and government authorities to the next level, Flipkart said. Prior to Flipkart, Mr. Jain worked with Indus Towers Limited, t h e w o r l d ' s l a rg e s t telecom tower company and a joint venture of Airtel, Vodafone and Idea, as VP Taxation for more than five years. (Agencies)

within India, Jaitley said, "There is a need to change the national attitude so that plastic currency becomes the norm and cash an exception." Noting that high taxation regime of past encouraged tax evasion, Jaitley said, "The government is committed to make tax rates reasonable and

create deterrence to use of unaccounted money. He said compliance window declarants can sleep well and others with undisclosed foreign assets will be subjected to new black money law. The finance minister said, to make India a more investment friendly destination, the government in

the 2015 Budget announced that the rate of corporate tax would be brought down to 25 percent over the next four years and most exemptions, other than those which incentivise savings, would eventually be phased out.

Jaitley said the Government has formulated a conscious strategy to deal with the menace of black money.

He said, a total peak balance of about 6,500 crore rupees in list of accounts in LGT Bank, Liechtenstein and HSBC, Geneva has been assessed. He said the government has signed an understanding with the US wherein United States and India would disclose to each other any real time transaction in accounts with financial institutions, by its citizens in foreign territories.

Iron ore rates slashed by over 50% Nagpur, Oct 5: State-run miner NMDC has slashed prices of iron ore fines by more than 52 per cent to Rs.1,460 per tonne for the

current month as compared to Rs.3,060 a tonne in January as it faces subdued ore demand. The price of the higher grade

RATES CUT DUE TO SUBDUED DEMAND Ø NMDC has slashed prices of iron ore fines by more than 52 per cent to Rs.1,460 per tonne for the current month as compared to Rs.3,060 a tonne in January as it faces subdued ore demand. Ø The price of the higher grade iron ore (lumps) has been reduced by 41 per cent to Rs.2,500 per tonne for October 2015 compared to Rs.4,200 in January. Ø NMDC saw its sales go down 17 per cent to 11.27 million tonnes for April-August this fiscal from 13.57 million tonnes during the year-ago period. Ø Production was also down 13 per cent to 10.52 million tonnes from 12.10 million tonnes.

iron ore (lumps) has been reduced by 41 per cent to Rs.2,500 per tonne for October 2015 compared to Rs.4,200 in January. Considering the global iron ore supply-demand scenario, analysts feel that a further downward revision in prices by NMDC is possible. NMDC saw its sales go down 17 per cent to 11.27 million tonnes for April-August this fiscal from 13.57 million tonnes during the year-ago period.

Production was also down 13 per cent to 10.52 million tonnes from 12.10 million tonnes. (Agencies)

'Grow safe food' campaign initiated by Govt.

New Delhi, Oct 5: The Government has taken several measures for proper use of pesticides by the farmers.

The Ministry of Agriculture has stated in a release that pesticide residue data gen-

erated under the "Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level" are shared with State Governments and concerned ministries/ organisations to initiate the corrective action for judi-

cious and proper use of pesticides on crops with an integrated pest management approach and to generate awareness amongst farmers. The Department of Agriculture, Co-Operation & Farmers Welfare (DAC&FW) emphasises integrated pest management (IPM) which promotes biological, cultural and mechanical methods of pest and advocates need based, judicious use of pesticides. This follows an earlier report released by the Agriculture Ministry stating that the government had found residues of pesticides in a significant number of vegetables, fruits, milk and other food items collected from various retail and wholesale outlets across the country. Samples collected from organic outlets were also found having residues of pesticides. Residues of unapproved pesticides were found in 12.5 per cent of the 20,618 samples collected nationally as part of the central scheme 'Monitoring of Pesticide Residues', which was launched in 2005. The samples collected during 2014-15 have been analysed by 25 laboratories.

(Agencies)

Finance ministry speaks in unison on policy New Delhi, Oct 5: Change is in the air in the corridors of North Block, which is home to the crucial finance ministry. Various wings of the ministry are coming together to project a more unified view of the ministry, which is at the heart of economic policy. From weekly coffee sessions convened by finance secretary Ratan P Watal to monthly joint news conferences, there is a conscious effort to project a better understanding of the issues and challenges facing Asia's third largest economy. This is also to dispel the perception that the exchange of views within departments was limited and hurting transmission of policies. A

joint news conference by the top secretaries in the finance ministry along with the chief economic adviser will kick off on Monday to give an overview of policy progress in several sectors of the economy in a more structured manner. "It will be a monthly affair and all

issues regarding the state of the economy will be discussed and addressed," said official sources. The move is also expected to help the ministry put across its views and the stand of the government on critical issues on the economic front.

Finance secretary Ratan P

Watal will address a news conference along with economic affairs secretary Shaktikanta Das, revenue secretary Hasmukh Adhia, financial services secretary Anjuly Chib Duggal, disinvestment secretary Aradhana Johri, and chief economic adviser Arvind Subramanian on Monday.

Finance secretary Watal has also started a weekly coffee session with his colleagues to brainstorm and exchange ideas on economic and policy issues, sources said.

The move has been triggered by criticism that different wings within the finance ministry were working in silos and exchange of ideas and views was not taking place. (Agencies)

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Rs.22,000 cr invested by Tata Steel in Odisha projects Bhubaneswar, Oct 5: Tata Steel is set to commission the first phase of its Kalinganagar plant, where it has invested Rs.22,000 crore so far, in the next fiscal. The Kalinganagar project in Odisha is being established in two modules of three million tonnes each and would roll out high-end flat products.

"We have already started commissioning some of the facilities. So over the next few months one by one all the facilities will get commissioned. Our guidance has been next to this financial year so we stick by the guidance," said Tata Steel Managing Director T. V. Narendran.

Mr. Narendran said so far the company had spent "about Rs.22,000 crore" on its greenfield project, which is aligned to 'Make in India' initiative of the government. The first phase of the facility to be set up at a total investment of Rs.25,000 crore saw commencement of coke production from its coke ovens last month. The

project is the largest single location greenfield steel project in India having a rated capacity of three million tonne per annum in the first phase. In the first phase, the steel plant will have two Coke Oven battery, each comprising 88 ovens and having a gross coke production capacity of 1.5 million tonnes. Ac-

cording to Tata Steel, during the first phase, the blast furnace will have a capacity of 3.3 million tonnes of hot metal while the Sinter plant will have a capacity of 4.91 million tonnes. The Steel Melting Shop and the Hot Strip Mill will have capacity of 4.1 million tonnes and 3.5 million tonnes, respec-

tively. After signing of the MoU for the plant with Odisha government, 3,470 acres of land was allotted to the steel company for setting up an integrated project at Jajpur district beside the National Highway 200, about 100 km from all-weather ports at Paradip and Dhamra.

(Agencies)

HEAVY INVESTMENT Ø Tata Steel is set to commission the first phase of its Kalinganagar plant, where it has invested Rs.22,000 crore so far, in the next fiscal. Ø T h e Kalinganagar project in Odisha is being established in two modules of three million tonnes each and would roll out highend flat products. Ø The first phase of the facility to be set up at a total investment of Rs.25,000 crore saw commencement of coke pro-

duction from its coke ovens last month. Ø In the first phase, the steel plant will have two Coke Oven battery, each comprising 88 ovens and

having a gross coke production capacity of 1.5 million tonnes. Ø According to Tata Steel, during the first phase, the blast furnace will have a capacity of 3.3 million tonnes of hot metal while the Sinter plant will have a capacity of 4.91 million tonnes. Ø The Steel Melting Shop and the Hot Strip Mill will have capacity of 4.1 million tonnes and 3.5 million tonnes, respectively.

80% dip in Gujarat's gold imports Ahmedabad, Oct 5: Lack of demand, high prices in international market and availability in local markets led to less than five metric tonnes (MT) of gold imports in September this year. However, bullion traders and jewellers believe that low gold imports just ahead of the beginning of long festive season will

not impact the sales due to high inventory. According to latest data available only 4.07 MT of gold was imported to Gujarat in September 2015 as compared to 20.81 MT of gold imports during the same period in 2014 - a decrease of 80.5%. After less than 5 MT imports from December to February, 2014,

around 22 MT gold was imported in March 2015, followed by 13.11 MT in April and 5.78 MT in May. However the imports fell in June to 1.32 MT only to pick up in July to 10.78 MT and 15.78 MT in August due to consistent drop in international prices.

"Prices of gold in international market had dropped

IMPACTS OF LOW GOLD DEMAND Ø According to latest data available only 4.07 MT of gold was imported to Gujarat in September 2015 as compared to 20.81 MT of gold imports during the same period in 2014 - a decrease of 80.5%. Ø After less than 5 MT imports from December to February, 2014, around 22 MT gold was imported in March 2015, followed by 13.11 MT in April and 5.78 MT in May. Ø However the imports fell in June to 1.32 MT only to pick up in July to 10.78 MT and 15.78 MT in August due to consistent drop in interna-

tional prices. Ø Prices of gold in international market had dropped below $1100 per ounce in first half of August. Ø Gold prices hovered in the range of Rs 26,700 to Rs 27,700 per 10 gram last month.

Ø Compared to 59.33 MT of gold imports in April- September last year, around 50.74 MT of gold has been imported through Gujarat in first six months of current fiscal (2015-16), recording a decrease of 14.5%.

below $1100 per ounce in first half of August. However, as US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged in September, prices picked up," said Chirag Thakkar, director, Amrapali Industries.

Thakkar further said, "Most of the bullion traders have their inventories full. In anticipation of demand for festive season, large imports took place in July-August." "Gold prices hovered in the range of Rs 26,700 to Rs 27,700 per 10 gram last month. We expect that once the Navaratri begins, demand will pick up," said Girish Choksi, city-based bullion trader. Compared to 59.33 MT of gold imports in April- September last year, around 50.74 MT of gold has been imported through Gujarat in first six months of current fiscal (2015-16), recording a decrease of 14.5%. Silver was no different in the current financial year. In September silver imports were at the lowest, only 0.50 MT was imported in Gujarat as compared to 5.93 MT imported in September 2014, registering a fall of 91.5%.

(Agencies)

S-Cross offered at hefty discount of Rs 1 lakh New Delhi, Oct 5: SCross, the first car to roll out from the new-age dealership, is being offered at a hefty discount of up to Rs 1 lakh and this comes just under two months of the car's launch. The S-Cross

crossover was launched in the first week of August by the company and sports diesel engine in 1,300cc and 1,600cc variants.

While the car managed sales of 4,500 units in the first month, competitive

pressures -especially from Hyundai's new launch Creta SUV -are believed to be intense in the market which is also passing through slowdown blues.

Sales in September are around 3,500 units. Nexa

HEAVY DISCOUNT Ø S-Cross, the first car to roll out from the new-age dealership, is being offered at a hefty discount of up to Rs 1 lakh and this comes just under two months of the car's launch. Ø The S-Cross crossover was launched in the first week of August by the company and sports diesel engine in 1,300cc and 1,600cc variants. Ø Sales in September are around 3,500 units. Ø Nexa dealerships at Noida and Delhi said that the total benefits on the 1600cc variant are worth Rs 1 lakh. Ø This includes a loyalty benefit of Rs 30,000 for those who have a

Maruti car in their family.

The remaining Rs 70,000 will be given for all those who are financing the car. Ø The 1,300cc variant comes with a loyalty discount of Rs 20,000. The

1,300cc version of the SCross and is priced between Rs 8.34 lakh and Rs 10.75 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), while the 1,600cc costs between Rs 11.99 lakh and Rs 13.74 lakh.

dealerships at Noida and Delhi said that the total benefits on the 1600cc variant are worth Rs 1 lakh. "This includes a loyalty benefit of Rs 30,000 for those who have a Maruti car in their family .The remaining Rs 70,000 will be given for all those who are financing the car," one of the salesmen said. The 1,300cc variant comes with a loyalty discount of Rs 20,000. The 1,300cc version of the SCross is priced between Rs 8.34 lakh and Rs 10.75 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), while the 1,600cc costs between Rs 11.99 lakh and Rs 13.74 lakh.

When contacted, an official for the company said that not much should be read into the discounts and it is only a limited-period offer to spur volumes in the 'shradhh' period, considered inauspicious in the northern belts of the country. "These offers are to encourage customers to purchase cars and are prevalent across the industry," a company official said. (Agencies)

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FOOD & LIFESTYLE Mumbai's Street Food of Mohammed Ali Road comes to Delhi Madhurima Mukherjee Celebrating Eid with special recipes and uniqueness of vegetarian and non-vegetarian food, Barbeque Nation has brought Mumbai's famous street food to Delhi with 'Magic of Mohammed Ali Road'.

Now, one can savour the flavours of Mohammad Ali Road as Barbeque Nation re-created Mumbai's famous street food till October 11, 2015.

The signature dishes which are must try are Tandoori Bater Mussallam- quail cooked in an oven and garnished with lemon and onion rings; and Chicken

Chatpata- slightly saucy spicy chicken, flavoured with soy sauce and green onions in the grilled section. Whereas, in the main course, tuck into plate of Zam Zam Pulao- a rice dish that consists of chicken, mutton, mixed vegetables and nuts; or gorge on Mutton Khichda- a rich, meaty stew. The rustic street flavors in all the dishes from this scrumptious feast are carefully re-created by Barbeque Nation chefs.

The highlights of the festival are the live-counters and rehri-carts, where dishes like Mutton Seek Kabab served with warm pav; Patthar Ke Kabab-

succulent mutton and paneer cooked on a Ladi stone; and Raan e Goshttender pieces of mutton in a sumptuous gravy delicately perfumed with spices will cooked in traditional style. End your meal with piping hot Mawa Jalebi, a traditional sweet from Mohammed Ali Road or create your own flavored Kulfi.

Manish Pandey, Regional Operations Manager, North, Barbeque Nation Hospitality Ltd., said, "The Magic of Mohammed Ali Road menu is an exploration of the range of flavours that typify Iftaar street food in Mumbai. The dishes have very different tastes and flavours that set it apart from Mughlai, Lucknowi and Hyderabadi cuisine. We aim to recreate the magic of these delicacies on our diners' plates while ensuring the dishes remain true to the original Mohammad Ali Road style of cooking."

The festival is just there for another week, therefore, make a quick visit to Barbeque Nation outlets at Connaught Place, Jangpura, Saket, Vasant Kunj, Pitampura, Janakpuri, Vivek Vihar, and Noida. (ANI)

Look stunning this Durga Puja with expert make-up tips Priyanka Ganwani On the auspicious days of Durga Puja, people from different parts of India, offer prayers to Maa Durga and dress up to the hilt to celebrate the ongoing Durga Puja. The traditional attire which includes a stunning saree with heavy eye make-up, a big bindi and ornaments, is the norm for this day. Bengali or not, if you too wish to enjoy the festivitives of Durga Puja, here are tips to get your look right.

Make-up For the day puja or one at home, it's best to keep the look rather subtle. To stick to a simple and not-so-glam make-up, professional make-up and hairstylist Swati Dedhia explains, 'Ensure your face is wellmoisturised and clean, because it's more about the natural look here. You could brush on some loose powder and highlight your cheek bones with a sheer blush for that radiant glow.

'Since it is the day, the eye make-up shouldn't be too dark or bright. For this, you can simply use the sheer blush and apply it lightly for a thin coat of shimmer as an eyeshadow. Then, use the eyeliner or kajal pencil

to shape your eyes well. Use a red lip colour or a shade of nude on the lips.'

If you are attending a Durga Puja in the evening, then your make-up and hair are bound to be heavy. As for heavy traditional makeup, your eyes have to be given the most attention.

Swati suggests, 'You could use warm shades of eyeshadows with gold, copper, bronze, for a heavy look. However, the most important thing is to shape your eyes well with kajal or eyeliner on the eyelids. The best way to make your eyes look bigger is by extending the tip while applying the

eyeliner from the corner of your eye. This defines your eyes better and looks great for a traditional look. You can use the classic red lipstick or try on a plum red.'

Hairdo 'You should be particular about the way your hair looks for this festive occasion. To be hassle-free and simple, just pin your hair into a neat bun and wear a fresh gajra. You could choose to leave out a few strands of hair near your face and curl them. Or simply puff and back comb the front of your hair and pin it tightly,' says Swati.

If you want to try out some-

Top 10 restaurants in North-east India Srikant Mohanty Foodies might feel a bit disappointed, while they make a decision to take tour of the north-eastern states in India. Feeling disheartened that they would miss the bonne nourriture that they love eating in their parts of the sub-continent, the gourmands pick up the idea that the days ahead during the sojourn in the eight states could become really exasperating without their favourite dishes. But there is good news! North-east in India is a paradise for the gourmets with rich culinary for their taste buds. The restaurants serve the visitors exclusive dishes with unusual courtesy in completely exotic atmosphere.

The restaurants in the north-east states could take the guests in a live interaction with cuisine and culture, literally introducing them with the ethos of the heritage.

The top ten restaurants in the north-eastern states are as follows, but not essentially in that orderMaihang- the one-andonly in Guwahati This is the place in the capital city of Assam, where every visitor steps in to take the delight of the new food

at the new place. The menu gives those visiting a tough time as it has the complete range of delicacies from north-east. Casting curious glances and inquiring about the toothsome in the items take a bit of time.

People from eastern India love eating 'Fish Khorika', while the north Indians invariably ask for 'Chicken with sesame seeds'. 'Duck in sesame gravy' could spring up before the nonvegetarians a surprise in taste from the new delicacies from north-east, while the westerners take the delight of pork fermented with bamboo shoots.

"Akhoni' or fermented soybeans is another exquisite in the delicacies available for the vegetarian food lovers. The swanky restaurant always is a favorite of those, who visit Guwahati.

City Hut- The right place for 'whole family' in Shillong Visitors to Shillong in Meghalaya find pull from this 'family dhaba' almost magnetic as this comes as the first suggestion from everyone as a good place for dining out with the whole family or group of friends. This gives them the unique experience of sharing in togetherness inside

a restaurant, where they find an exclusive blend of tradition and modernity.

The list of delicacies in the menu is exhaustive as it holds the epicurean's delights in the wide range of dishes in Tandoori, South Indian, Chinese, Mexican, and continental items. The taste is simply finger-licking as most opt for the extra-ordinary in the vegetarian items like 'Tawa Sabzi' and 'paratha'. This could become a sumptuous meal for the non-vegetarians as the menu holds umpteen items in Thai, Mexican, and Italian Fares.

Dream Cafe- Hunting

ground for bold and beautiful in Kohima The young and beautiful always prefer Dream Cafe restaurant in Kohima to other eateries of the place.

The open windows could spare the youth views of mountain peaks as local artists put on displays their works on the street. The menu in the restaurant has the specialties like noodles, pizza, snacks, and of course the steaming mugs of savory coffee. The whole milieu in the location of the restaurant just makes everyone hang on for more and more time, while the food and cuisine are simply amazing.

Ginger- enjoy everything majestic and exotic in Shillong Shillong-the capital city of Meghalaya- would forever stay full of choices, when the visitors are out on a trip to explore the majestic and exotic in food and beverages. Just step inside the familiar name in hotel industry in India-Ginger, the wait for good food is over.

They could order pasta, crepes, cannelloni, and stroganoff, while the swigs in the futuristic and metalpaneled bar are completely refreshing.

Abhishek- The one and only in Agartala

When the guests step inside this restaurant, they need one option to choose from the available two; either they could get seated while enjoying the dishes inside the air-conditioned hall with a marine theme or in the outdoor seating area amid wonderful bushes and magnificent sculptures.

The cuisine holds literally A to Z from north Indian dishes, while all the local savories could give fingerlicking taste. Visitors invariably fall in love with its specialty in cuisine-'Buffer Chicken'.

Dragon Restaurant- The spirit of Magnificent Tawang Valley The north-west part of Arunachal Pradesh has the magnificent Tawang Valley, located at an altitude of 3,048 meters. Being the birth place of 6th Dalai Lama, it has the biggest Buddhist monastery in India. Dragon- the most popular restaurant of the valley- is forever an attraction for the visiting pilgrims and tourists.

'Chupra'- the highest in demand item in its cuisineis the most popular food for one and all. Available as a fermented cheese broth, cooked either with fungi or vegetable, this item is most delectable in the menu

served by the restaurant.

Aizawl Masala- Superb dining experience Once the visitors are in Aizawl, they make it a point to set their feet inside the trendy Aizawl Masala restaurant. Famous for the Chinese dishes, the guests literally devour on the delicacies like noodles, fried rice, meat in Chilli, garlic, and pepper sauce. While the food is extra-ordinary, music stands as second-tonone in quality.

Ozone Cafe- Catch up with young & restless in Kohima Stylish and crowded, but this is the most favorite place for young generations in Kohima, where youths spend hours dining, gossiping, and superbly enjoying.

In the items of the available menu, some of the savories are momos (dumplings of Tibet), pizzas, noodles, and ginger ale.

La Galerie- enjoy only the best in Cuisine in Shillong Like the food, the splendid glass-paneled eatery is divided into small booths, while the visitors could feast their eyes on the remarkably embellished walls with magnificent photographs of natural sights of north-east in India. The guests make demands from Indian, Continental, and Chinese foods.

Cloud 9- the top floor bar & restaurant- is the hot favorite of those, who would like to splurge on cocktail, food, or simply cold beer.

Beatrix- more than just a hangout in Guwahati In the olden days, Beatrix used to be just a hangout for the youths in Guwahati.

Changing with the demand and choice of serious foodies, it is now a popular food joint of the capital city of Assam. Famous for the stunning lighting and red table linen, the restaurant offers everything in Indian, Chinese, and Chinese delicacies. (Agencies)

thing other than a basic hair bun, then opt for a messy bun that looks modern and will blend in well making a good combination with the rest of the ethnic look. Swati suggests, 'Another style you can try out is with a bun behind but with a twist in the front section of the hair. You could braid your hair from one ear to another into a regular plate or a French braid.

For this, begin with side parting your hair and braid the hair from either sides, and move to the other. Then take the rest of the hair and tie it into a neat bun. Secure the bun section with

pins.'

Traditional attire Your look is going to be a miss if you don't pick a cotton, silk or the traditional tant saree. You could stick to the classic red and white colours but if you are in a mood to experiment then look for borders in bright colours like pink, yellow, green or orange.

There is nothing like it if you can manage wearing the traditional red and white Bengali saree with puffed sleeves. Or traditional silk borders against basic or neutral colours would look elegant as well.

Ensure your saree is wellironed as a creased one will only look shabby and spoil the appearance of your attire. You could also wear a printed ethnic blouse or opt for bold dark colours in contrasting colour of your saree.

To keep the ethnic look in tact, don't forget to wear a big bindi. A basic maroon or red one will do the trick.

Wearing a bindi also helps draw attention to your eyes.

For a more grand look, you could wear a maang tika, one with a single band or a tri-band covering the sides of your head. Many married women also wear sindoor in addition to the bindito add an ethnic touch. (Agencies)

16 designers to revive Banarasi weave at AIFW 2016 finale

The grand finale of the Amazon India Fashion Week Summer Spring 2016 will see the colours of Banaras.

Under the theme of 'The Banaras Project - Crafts of India', sixteen designers will present three ensembles inspired by the iconic city in tones of blue, yellow, green, red, cream and black and will tell their Banaras story using any one of these palettes.

"We are excited to revive the Banarasi weaves in line with the modern sensibilities of today's consumer. The inspiration from the encouragement given by Shaina NC to take this forward with Amazon India's consistent support has yielded us with the unique collections from our talented designers. We are sure that our efforts in the grand celebration of Banarasi weaves will set new benchmarks for such concepts in the future," said Sunil Sethi, President, FDCI. Designer David Abraham expressed, "We are working on a concept on the "deconstructing" of Benares brocades. Our collection plays on texture, contrast and sets the smooth against rough, juxtaposing the precious material against the simplest fabric."

Designers like Abhishek Gupta, Arjun Saluja, JJ Valaya, Gauri & Nainika, Malini Ramani among others will be showcasing at the grand finale of AIFW 2016.

The AIFW Summer Spring '16 is scheduled from October 7 to October 11 and the Grand will be hosted on the 11th of October at NSIC Grounds in New Delhi.

(ANI)

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`Impressive` Arsenal push Man U FC Goa kick off ISL campaign to third spot in Premier League with 2-0 win over Delhi Dynamos ANI London: Manchester United suffered a shocking 0-3 defeat at the hands of Arsenal in their Premier League clash, thus moving down to the third spot in the standings. Forward Alexis Sanchez put Arsenal ahead in the 6th minute with a back-heel flick at the near post before midfielder Mesut Ozil doubled the lead just a minute later. Sanchez smacked the third goal for his side in the 19th minute and helped his side to beat United for the second time in 14 league meetings. Arsenal, now have 16 points in the eight games they have played so far and have secured second place in the standings. Arsenal will next lock horns with Watford while United will play against Everton in their respective Premier League clash.

Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen stunned Swansea City with two brilliant free-kicks to

help Tottenham Hotspur settle with a 2-2 draw in their Premier League clash at the Liberty Stadium . Forward player Andre Ayew put Swansea in the lead first in the 16th minute before Eriksen scored an equalizer for his side.

Tottenham, who dominated for long periods, could not take their chances in open play and secure what would have been

a fourth straight league win for the first time since January 2014. Tottenham forward Harry Kane's own goal in the 31st minute put Swansea in lead again. Eriksen scored the second goal for the English club in the 65th minute to make it 2-2.

Romelu Lukaku scored the equalising goal as Everton bounced back to secure a

deserved 1-1 draw against Liverpool in the Premier League Merseyside derbies clash. Danny Ings put Liverpool ahead in the 41st minute before Lukako exposed the tourists' defensive frailties to level on the stroke of half-time. The draw left Everton one point ahead of their old rivals and in sixth place in the league table.

Ronaldo forced to wait for record as Atletico's super-sub Vietto does rescue act Agencies Madrid: Atletico Madrid's substitute Luciano Vietto struck late to rescue a 1-1 La Liga draw against Real Madrid, while Cristiano Ronaldo will have to wait to set a new club scoring record. Vietto slotted the ball home with seven minutes to go after Karim Benzema had given visitors Real the lead early on. The Frenchman continued his hot streak in front of goal by nodding home a Daniel Carvajal cross after nine minutes, his seventh of the campaign. Real defender Sergio Ramos brought down Tiago Cardosa for a penalty after 21 minutes but Antoine Griezmann's effort was well saved by Keylor Navas. The stage was set for Ronaldo to break Real's scoring record against

their city rivals but the Portuguese had a quiet match and remains level with Raul on 323 goals. Real are sec-

ond in the table, level with Celta Vigo and Barcelona on 15 points from seven games.

Atletico are fifth with 13

points. Gareth Bale was only fit for the bench for Real but Ramos was able to return in defence. Atletico have been lacking the solidity that has characterised them in recent seasons and they gave far too much space to Benzema who took full advantage to put Real ahead. Despite expensive reinforcements brought in by Atletico, Angel Correa has forced his way into the attack and in his first league start, he went close with two early strikes. Real coach Rafael Benitez put Carlos Casemiro in midfield rather than go for a more attacking option and the tactic helped them take control in the run up to halftime. Atletico pushed forward more after the break but it was only in the closing stages that they created real pressure.

ANI Margao: FC Goa opened their 2015 Indian Super League (ISL) campaign with a convincing 2-0 win over touring Delhi Dynamos at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Fatorda. An own goal by Souvik Chakrabarti put the hosts ahead in the third minute before Reinaldo doubled the lead on the stroke of half-time. Although the introduction of Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos lifted Dynamos performance in the second half, Goa swiftly launched counterattacks to subdue the tourists' late surge.

With the win, Goa are first in the league standings and will next face defending champions Atletico de Kolkata in another home match on October 7.

`Hatred` ruined Blatter's reputation, says daughter ANI Zurich: FIFA president Sepp Blatter's daughter has said that hatred within the media has ruined her father's reputation, and added that she doesn't understand why the former has been targeting her father. Reacting to the criminal charges filed against Blatter, Corinne said she was shocked to hear about them in the first place, and insisted that her father was not a criminal. Corrine further expressed fear about her father being jailed for crimes he did not commit.

Her comments came as Swiss prosecutors have reportedly opened criminal proceedings against Blatter in connection with an ongoing corruption scandal that has plunged the world

Ibra's PSG record, Bayern's 5-1 win over Dortmund decorate Euro weekend Agencies Paris: Zlatan Ibrahimovic became Paris St Germain's top scorer of all time when he led the French Champions to a 21 home win against bitter rivals Olympique de Marseille in Ligue 1. Ibrahimovic, who joined the club from AC Milan in 2012, netted two penalties before the interval to take his PSG goal tally to 110, moving one ahead of the club record set by Portugal's Pedro Miguel Pauleta between 2003 and 2008. Marseille had opened the scoring through Michy Batshuayi on the half-hour and, after Ibrahimovic's double had put the hosts ahead, they missed the chance to equalise following the break when Abdelaziz Barrada's spot kick was saved

by Kevin Trapp. PSG's eighth straight win against OM put

Laurent Blanc's side on 23 points from nine games ahead of Angers by five points after the promoted side beat Bastia 1-0. Caen are third, also on 18 points, after they snatched a 1-0 win at home to St Etienne.

Earlier, Pedro Henrique missed a second-half penalty for Stade Rennes in a 1-1 draw at Monaco. Marseille got off to a good start at the Parc des Princes when Batshuayi easily beat David Luiz in the air to head home Barrada's longrange cross and take the lead.

PSG, under the watchful eyes of singer Rihanna and former Brazil striker Ronaldo, turned the game around before halftime. The hosts were awarded a penalty when Marseille goalkeeper Steve Mandanda missed a back pass and flew into Ibrahimovic, who converted from the spot in the

41st minute. Three minutes later, a Rolando handball gave PSG another penalty.

Ibrahimovic, who turned 34 on Saturday, converted but referee Benoit Bastien ordered a re-take as two PSG players had stepped into the area. Ibra stayed focused and slotted home again before receiving a standing ovation when he was substituted for Javier Pastore in the 71st. Barrada was brought down by Aurier but Trapp tipped away his penalty as OM wasted their opportunity to claim a deserved equaliser. Marseille's Cabella had another chance in the last minute but Trapp denied the midfielder from point-blank range as OM were left in 16th place on eight points.

Thomas Mueller and Robert Lewandowski struck twice each to steer Bayern Munich

to a 5-1 demolition of secondplaced Borussia Dortmund, which allowed the champions to open a seven-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga.

Rampant Bayern equalled their record of eight consecutive wins at the start of a season. Germany forward Mueller opened his account in the 26th minute, latching onto a 50-metre ball from defender Jerome Boateng and he doubled the hosts' lead with a penalty nine minutes later for his eighth league goal.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang kept up his remarkable run of scoring in every one of Dortmund's league matches this season as he slotted in from close range a minute later but his team could not stop the charging Bavarians, who had 15 shots on goal in the game. Irrepressible

Bayern forward Lewandowski killed off any hopes of a comeback with two goals early in the second half.

Lewandowski scored first when he shook off both Mats Hummels and Sven Bender after Boateng floated over a cross from his own half, a minute after the restart. He then slotted in 12 minutes later for his 12th league goal in the first eight matchdays, equalling the Bundesliga record set by Christian Mueller in 1964/65 and Gerd Mueller in 1968/69. Former Dortmund teammate Mario Goetze added a fifth goal for dazzling Bayern in the 66th with the visitors having surrendered. Bayern, who are chasing a record fourth consecutive league crown, are on 24 points, seven clear of Dortmund.

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurates Indoor Stadium at LTK College ET Correspondent Lakhimpur, Oct 5: “Games and sports is considered to be a way of life. It can contribute much towards building mental toughness and physical health, moral character and towards nation building”, said Sarbananda Sonowal, the Union Minister of State for Youth Welfare and Sports Affairs as part of his inaugural speech at the Indoor Stadium at Lakhimpur Telahi Kamalaboriya College premises at 9am today. In his lecture he emphasized on the physical and moral development of students and youth simultaneously with intellectual development. He commit-

ted to sending coaches of international standard to the college if the college authority and students utilized the stadium and showed zeal to create players who would make the nation proud. He highlighted the objectives of Skill India, Make in India, Digital India and elaborated on the advantage of good governance. He spoke on PM Modi’s vision of building the NE Region as an organic hub for its comprehensive development. In the meeting which was organized on the occasion was anchored

by Bhaskarjit Bora and Dr Bubul Kumar Saikia delivered the welcome address.

Ram Prasad Sarma the MP of Tezpur Parliamentary Constituency took part in the meeting and delivered speech on career and women empowerment.

Sonowal also released a

book on internationally famous innovator Dr Uddhav Bhorali and Padmasree Jadav Payeng, edited by Dr Bubul Kumar Saikia and sponsored by Science Writer Associa-

tion. District Ex- President of the Association Dr Amiya Rajbonshi, GB President of the college Dr Bonti Gogoi Howbora also delivered lecture in the programme.

football's governing body into an unprecedented crisis. US-based sponsors such as Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Visa and Budweiser have also called on the 79-year-old FIFA head to step down. But, Blatter's New York attorney, Richard Cullen, has said his client will not resign, as he believes firmly that his leaving office now would neither be in the best interest of FIFA, nor would

it advance the process of reform. Blatter, who was re-elected for a fifth term in May, has insisted that he will remain in the post until the election of his successor in February next year. FIFA's reputation has been severely tarnished after 14 sports marketing executives and football officials, including several from Zurich-based FIFA , were indicted by the United States in late May over corruption charges.

Liverpool sack manager Brendan Rodgers ANI London: Liverpool have parted ways with manager Brendan Rodgers following their poor English Premier League performances that put the five-time European champions in tenth place. Confirming the news, a club statement said the search for their new manager is underway and they are looking forward to making the decision in a timely manner. The club added that it had been a difficult decision, but said that it would be better for their future. The statement also said that there sole aim is to bring victory to the Liverpool, adding that this change would help them to achieve that aim. The club have secured only three wins from eight games that they have played this season so far. Rodgers joined as Liverpool FC's manager in 2012 after serving with Swansea City for two years.

Kholoriang FC blank Lathao United 5-0 9th Chongkham Champions Running Trophy witnesses huge crowd ET Correspondent Chongkham, Oct 5: Kholoriang Football Club blanked Lathao United by a margin of 5-0 in a match of the 9th Chongkham Champions Running Trophy played today at the Chongkham mini stadium, here. The tournament is being organised by the Chongkham Youth Welfare Association.

The Chongkham army camp has been helping the organizers in publicizing the event.

Kholoriang’s Jikoroso Tayeng was the star of the day as he pumped in as many as 4 goals.

The first goal was scored by Jikoroso in the 8th minute of the match. Jikoroso was again in the thick of the action as he scored the second goal in the 20th min. Kholoriang FC led 2-0 during half time. After the break, the team came up with

more aggression and pumped in 3 more goals to seal the fate on Lathao United. The 3rd goal was scored by Babang Tayeng.

Jikoroso scored the 4th and the 5th goal in the 46th and 72nd minute of the match. “Jikoroso was the real hero to-

day. He produced magic with his legs today. I am elated”, a spectator said.

Naturally, Jikoroso was also selected as the player of the match today. Tomorrow, Chongkham Young Stars will play against Indira Gandhi Govt.

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