Nagaland Post : News In Brief

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Flight schedule DIMAPUR, FEB 22 (NPN): Flights for February 23-- AI 9752 (DMU-GUA) stands cancelled while AI 9751 (DMU-IMF) has been rescheduled to 9.35 a.m.

Govt revises wage rate DIMAPUR: In pursuance of the recommendation of work-charged and casual employees commission under provisions of Section 4(b), Section 6 and Section 15 of Nagaland Work-charged and Casual Employees Act, 2001, the Government of Nagaland has revised the rates of wages of fixed paid work-charged and casual employees serving under the state government as indicated below:
Revised Rates of wages per month (fixed): skilled (Grade-I)-4,000, skilled (Grade-II)- 3,600, unskilled- 3,000. The skilled (Grade-I) would include those in category of LDA, Mechanic, Fitter, Electrician and other similar category of senior grade skilled nature. The skilled (Grade-II) shall include driver, assistant mechanic, assistant fitter, assistant electrician, typists and other similar category of junior grade skilled nature. Unskilled would include all Group-D employees. The revised rates of wages indicated would be admissible only to these fixed paid work-charged and casual employees who are employed under the state government on full time basis. All departments/establishments having such employees under them are to maintain daily attendance register, and those who do not report for work would not be paid wages for the day they do not work by strictly implementing the principle of ‘No work no pay’. The revised rates of wages had come into effect from December 1, 2011. This was stated in a notification issued by the finance department on February 20.

Field Day on megha turmeric DIMAPUR: A field day on megha turmeric harvesting and post harvest technology was held at Tsutikong, Tuli. The programme was organized by Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Mokokchung and sponsored by ATMA Mokokchung. Samuel Sangtam SMS (Agronomy) KVK Mokokchung was the resource person who shared on the method of harvesting, post harvest management- grading, sorting and storage turmeric. He also spoke on the high content of cucurmin content of Megha Turmeric.

DWU to ensure safety, security DIMAPUR: Duncan Bosti women held a meeting on February 22 at the residence of Monalisa Changkija, editor, Nagaland Page, wherein a union of the Duncan Bosti women, in the name of Duncan Women Union, was formed. While the broad objectives of the union was to ensure the safety, security and betterment of Duncan Bosti, the Union’s primary objective was to focus on garbage collection and disposal thereby work towards the cleanliness and hygiene of the Colony.
At the meeting, a team of new office bearers were elected with Elizabeth Merry as president, Sentila T Yanger as general secretary, Monalisa Changkija as treasurer along with two other executive members, five advisory council members and seven governing council members.

UDBC organize camp DIMAPUR: United Doyang Baptist Church (UDBC) had organized a men’s campaign from February 15-18 at Doyang River under the theme ‘Complete Father’. Topics like shaping godly life, establishing god’s family, experiencing social life in harmony etc., were discussed at the camp.
Around 75 husbands from age group of 25 to 76 years from different communities attended the camp. Highlights of the camp were fishing competition, cleanliness drive and games.
The camp was directed by pastor, Elliss Lotha and his colleagues. The speakers were Achiba Ao and Rev. Dr. L. Tsanso.

WVTP launched at Chumukedima DIMAPUR: New vocational training programme of Women’s Vocational Training Programme (WVTP) at Chumukedima was inaugurated Tuesday by Rev. Fr. C.P. Anto, director, Peace Channel. He said unemployment issues of the society can be addressed through a strong network with the government and private sector organizations. While addressing the youth he said unemployment issues can be handled when one have developed skills and capacities of the youth for employment.
He appreciated SABS congregation for their noble initiative to empower un-organized and school drop out youth of the society.

ZVC resolution to control anti-social activities DIMAPUR: In connection with frequent theft, murder and extortion taking place under Zutovi village jurisdiction, Zutovi village council (ZCV) convened a meeting on February 21 at community hall. According to ZVC secretary Ghunato Kiba and Chairman Vishito Achumi, the ZVC unanimously resolved to restrict public movement after 8pm and said anyone found loitering after 8pm would be considered as dacoit or a person with criminal intention. To control robbery, theft and random taxation, the council has also authorized tenants to nab the culprits and take action before forwarding to the village authority.

RVC bans hunting,fishing DIMAPUR: Rüzhaphema village council (RVC) in its general meeting on February 13 with 150 member attendants resolved to continue with its ban on hunting, collection of forest, i.e. any species, fishing, free grazing of cattle, new migration of local or non-local, burning of forest under any circumstances. Some of the resolutions taken at the meeting included ban on heavy loaded trucks from crossing the village main road and weak bridge, ban on any type of work in the community reserved forest located 4km from the national highway, ban on collecting forest product by any contractors without written permission from the village highest authority. RVC secretary member Meno Ratsa, head GB Keviavie and chairman Ravilhu, fine would be imposed on violators of the resolution.

State GBs attend regional conference DIMAPUR: A regional conference of eastern zone on ‘mediation-a win-win model of dispute resolution’ was organised by the Guwahati High Court, mediation centre at Guwahati, Assam. Secretary of Nagaland state legal services authority Mayang, convenor of GBs and DBs joint forum GB Pikuto Shohe, and president of GB association MY Ngullie including three GBs from Angani, Ao and Phom tribe from Dimapur district GBs association attended the conference.
The convenor said the conference was an eye opener and should be encouraged to all members of customary courts who are monitoring the village and the DBs court in the interest of the people. The state members’ participation was sponsored by Nagaland state legal services authority.

Selected entrepreneurs association meeting: Emergency meeting of Wokha selected entrepreneur association has been convened on February 23, 3pm at tourist lodge.

NSF meeting: The third federal assembly for the tenure 2011-13 has been convened on March 5, 11am at Panchayat hall, Kohima village. All federating units’ sub- ordinate bodies and senior leaders have been informed to attend the meeting.

Peren DPDB meeting: Meeting of Peren district planning and development board (DPDB) has been convened on February 24, 11am at DC Peren conference hall. All DPDB members have been requested to attend the meeting.

Taxi drivers’ membership drive: Dimapur taxi drivers union would be conducting a union registration drive in and around Dimapur to be submitted to the labour department. All taxi drivers have been requested to cooperate at the on-going membership drive. Members have been informed to contact 8014590502 for further details.

SGK general meeting: General meeting-cum- picninc of Shoixe Ghami Kukhakulu (SGK) has been convened on February 25 at the residence of its banker Vitoshe, Thilixu village.

Alaphumi union prayer, meeting: Prayer-cum-general meeting of Alaphumi union Dimapur and Kohima would be held on February 25, 9am at the residence of Nihozhe Chophy, Burma camp near veterinary hospital.

Free blood group, haemoglobin test: Helpers’ Club in association with Religare diagnostics, Dimapur and general pharmaceuticals, Midland would be organising a free blood group test and haemoglobin test at general Pharmaceuticals, Midland on February 26 and 27 from 9am to 4pm. Interested persons have been informed to avail free test under the guidance of Y. Khehuto Zhimomi, GB Midland.

ANPETA membership fee: All Nagaland Physical Education Teachers’ Association (ANPETA) has informed the district unit president to speed up collection of annual membership fee from its members and to submit it on or before March 27. ANPETA said defaulters would be exempted from the seniority list.

NPF youth wing meeting: NPF Central Youth Wing has convened an introductory meeting for the session 2012-2014 at NPF headquarter Kohima on March 9 at 10 a.m. All Central Youth Wing office bearers have been asked to attend the meeting.

Angami Sekrenyi festival: The 12th Angami Sekrenyi festival (Phousanyi) “Festival of purification” would be celebrated on February 26 and 27 at Tuophezou Dahou (Tuophema village). Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu minister urban development & higher education would be the chief guest and Neiphiu Rio chief minister the chief host of the celebration.

Inauguration of EE (PWD) office at Noklak: EE (PWD) office at Noklak will be inaugurated on February 25. G. Kaito Aye, Minister for Road & Bridges would be the chief guest

RIMC exam: Department of School Education informed that the next entrance examination for RIMC admission to class VIII in Rashtriya Indian Military College (RIMC) Derhradun would be conducted on June 1 and 2.

ESSH informs: State chief minister Neiphiu Rio would be inaugurating ADC post at Seyochung town on February 27. In this connection Eastern Sumi Sub-Hoho (ESSH) has informed its office bearers, ex-officio, GB’s and elders to be present at the venue and to attend the meeting after the inaugural function.

Training on fire awareness: Directorate of fire & emergency services would be conducting a training on fire awareness for general public, government departments, school, colleges, institutions etc., on March 1 and 2, 10-12 am at Kohima local ground.

RSU assembly: Rengma Students’ union (RSU) has convened its first union assembly for the tenure 2012-13 on February 25 at Aghonshu. All presidents and general secretaries of the constituents and subordinate units, seniors and well-wishers have been requested to attend the assembly. Agendas must be intimated to the president on or before February 24 through the number 9862909269, added RSU.

NCTESU new team: Nagaland College of Teacher Education Students Union (NCTESU) has elected a new team for the tenure of 2012. Kedoroko Casavi has been elected as general secretary, Razoukhrülü as assistant general secretary, Longhtai Angh as sports secretary, Alibo Wotsa as assistant sports secretary, T. Limawabang as magazine secretary, Musim - assistant magazine secretary and Mholumi - assistant magazine secretary, Heculo Semy and Alouo-ü- class representative (A) and M. Alei and Rokali - class representatives (B).

ZMO condemns killing: Zeliangrong Mipui (Women) Organization (ZMO) Peren has condemned killing among Naga brothers particularly in Athibung area under Peren district. ZMO in a release also urged police and law enforcement agencies to award befitting punishment to the crime committed by rapists and kidnappers.

IUKTD general meeting: Imsong Unger Kidong Telongjem Dimapur (IUKTD) has convened its 2nd general meeting at town hall Dimapur on February 25 at 10 a.m. All members have been asked to attend the meeting.

DHK informs: Medial superintendent, district hospital Kiphire (DHK) has informed that the auto blood analyzer has been repaired. Patients can avail the facility from the hospital.

Mon DPDB meeting: District Planning & Development Board (DPDB) of Mon district has convened its monthly DPDB meeting at DC conference hall Mon on February 24 at 3p.m. Chairman DPDB, Mon has asked all heads of the officers to attend the meeting without fail and that attendance would be taken and ‘No Work No Pay’ policy would be invoked.

HNRDSJ conducts seminar cum training: Hema Nkang Rural Development Society Jalukie (HNRDSJ) under national environment awareness campaign 2011-12 had conducted a seminar cum training on conservation of bio-diversity under the theme “Forest for sustainable livelihood” on January 28 at Jalukie. The seminar was attended by more than 50 participants.

SJP meeting held: Longleng district Socialist Janata Party (SJP) held its meeting on February 18 at the residence of its party president. Prominent leaders and workers from the district attended the meeting. Highlighting the aims and objectives of the party manifesto, SJP also resolved to be committed and united and to strengthen the party.

MMT informs: Mopungchuket Medemsanger Telongjem (MMT) Kohima would be organising a programme with Kosanger and Reongsanger Zunjem on February 25 at Red Cross complex P.R Hill Kohima. The resource person for the programme include secretary & principal director school education, Bendangkokba IAS, Y. Noklen Jamir, Chubatoshi and Aotemjen Jamir. Kohima Medemsanger Zungjem informed all its members to reach the venue before 9 a.m.

Farewell programme for DC Phek: Farewell programme in honour of Mikha Lomi retiring deputy commissioner Phek which was scheduled on February 28 has been rescheduled to February 27, 12 noon at GA rest house due to unavoidable circumstances.

SBTA 5th biennial session: Sümi Baptist Theological Association (SBTA) 5th biennial session would be from May 18-20 at Sümi Baptist Akukuhou Purana Bazaar. All Sümi Baptist theological trained/ educator and students have been asked to attend the programme. All bona fide members are also asked to send personal details for census enrollment either through respective association or email to sbtasumi@yahoo.com or to SBTA officers on or before March 30.