December 23
- Cong to form Govt with single majority: Bapna
- Nobin wins International Karate Gold
- Teachers are the backbone of our education system: Siram
- Wakro celebrates National Mathematics Day
- CCRC organizes Christmas Carol night
- Soccer makes a difference
- Year-
long Baptist Church Dambuk golden jubilee celebration ends - ITBP conducts passing out parade for 247 personnel
- Training prog on FTKs cum awareness campaign
- Don Bosco NSS volunteers organize special camp at Bath village
- Training prog on new WHO chart
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Moses Colony CRC team lift Christmas valleyball champion trophy
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: The Moses Colony team CRC Dumporijo defeated Isaac Colony team CRC Dumporijo in two straight sets to lift the Champion Trophy of 2012 Christmas Volleyball tournament, 2012 organized by Christian Revival Church, at Dumporijo on December 21.
Tournament was attended by Rikme Hali, vice chairman APCRC Sub Council Area-
Bishop extends Christmas greetings
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Bishop of Itanagar, Dr. John Thomas wished his fellow Christians and all the people of Arunachal Pradesh the peace and joy of Christmas.
“At this Christmas,” he said, “we cannot ignore the protests that are taking place all over India against violence perpetrated on women. Unless such incidents of violence are stopped, there can be no peace. The responsibility for it has to be shared by both the citizens and the government. Respect for women has to begin in our families. If every family is able to do that then no family will produce criminals guilty of crime against women. This is the best way of realizing the peace that Jesus came to give.”
Koloriang reels under darkness
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Koloriang, the district headquarter of Kurung Kumey, is reportedly reeling under darkness over the last many weeks due to discontinuation of power supply to this remote town. This was informed by Seka Barbia Welfare Society in a release today. The citizens are forced to use candles ahead of Christmas, the Society said and added that poor power supply condition of the town is due to negligence of concerned authority. It appealed to the concerned authority to restore the power supply before Christmas and New Year.
Ngurang FC thrashes Barapani FC
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Ngurang FC defeated Barapani FC 2-
In the third match played between Senki Valley and Ajing Arum FC , Bamang Tajik’s
hat-
In the last match of the day, Good Shepherd FC defeated KFFC 1-
Orientation training prog for WC, SHGs
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Two days orientation training programme of WC, self help groups
(SHGs) and user group under institutional capacity building of integrated wasteland
development programme-
Sengo Dini, BDO (in-
Bege Ete, Project Director, DRDA, Aalo advised the trainees to be attentive and gain good knowledge from the training.
Training to the participants was imparted by resource persons drawn from various technical, agricultural, animal husbandry and veterinary and fisheries departments.
The resource persons included, Kirli Bui, TA cum Nodal Officer IWMP Aalo, KBasar, EO (RE) Gensi, Dr. Dakto Basar, VO, Gensi,Toke Bui, fishery officer, Likabali, Sengo Dini, ADO Gensi.
Around 100 participants, including WC members, self help group, users group and Panchayat leaders attended the training.
‘Contain FM disease’
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Claiming that at least 40 Mithuns were found dead due to foot and mouth disease in Ambam alone, All Lower Subansiri District Youth Association today said FMD has badly affected the Mithun population in Ambam, Yachuli and Mai villages in Lower Subansiri district. Only ten percent of cattle infected with foot and mouth disease could be vaccinated by the authority, it said. The Association appealed the authority to deploy adequate staff equipped with medicines at affected areas to contain the disease.
Social service
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Having completed the House Test, 48 members of the active National
Service Scheme (NSS) unit of Saint Claret College conducted a one-
Dr. Hage Tam, DMO and Dr. Subu Habung, Medical Superintendent and DSO addressed the students and flagged off the camp.
In his message, Dr. Tam appreciated the spirit of volunteering in the students and urged them to carry forward their commitment to social service.
Dr. Habung reminded them that education consisted not only in learning from books but in learning to recognize and serve the needs of society.
The students then undertook the task of cleaning up the premises of the District
Hospital with such enthusiasm that by the end of the day, the hospital campus looked
spotlessly clean. As Dr. Habung remarked, “I have never seen a group working with
such enthusiasm, commitment, and fervor.” Dr. Tam observed that the service of the
NSS unit left a lasting impression on everyone in the hospital. The entire camp was
organized and ably led by the NSS co-
Energized by the experience, students have asked for more such programs in future.
DPWS celebrates Founder’s Day
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: The Donyi Polo Welfare Society (DPWS), Likabali has celebrated
the 71st birth anniversary of Late Tamar Karlo, the founder President of the Society
as Founder's Day with pomp and gaiety at Donyi Polo Dere Complex, Likabali, West
Siang district today. Around one thousand indigenous believers of Likabali took part
and paid homage to their founder president. The co-
The speakers including Yide Potom, Preisdent DPWS, TahumTaipodia, Ex-
Death mourned
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: All Tarum Tarie Youth Association deeply mourned the death of village elder Yorum Kimu who died on 21 Dec last. Late Kimu was 85 years old. He is survived by wife, a son and three daughters and four grand children.
160 days have passed. The culprits involved in the July 15 attack on The Arunachal Times associate editor Tongam Rina are still at large.
Cong to form Govt with single majority: Bapna
All-
SAGALEE, Dec 22: Without referring to recent claim of Bharatiya Janata Party president Nitin Gadkari at Itanagar, AICC secretary Sanjay Bapna today said that the ruling Congress would recapture power and form the government with single majority at the Centre.
Addressing a Congress rally here today attended by the state Congress’ ‘who’s who’, Bapna blew the poll bugle for the 2014 election while exhorting the massive gathering to strengthen the oldest party of the country.
He said that Congress recaptured power from BJP in Himachal Pradesh including the
victory of AICC in-
Describing Arunachal Pradesh a beautiful land inhabited by good hearted people, Bapna
highlighted the speedy all-
Sonia is committed to the development of the poor, under privileged, ST and SC sections of the nation living in rural areas through various flagship programmes of UPA governments. This would gain momentum if the workers work wholeheartedly for the party, Bapan added.
“If you stand united and work with commitment for development of the state, particularly Sagalee that would contribute towards nation building,” Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs Ninong Ering said in his address.
“Elect Nabam Tuki unopposed for accelerating the visible development of the state. Be prepared to capture power in every forthcoming election in the state,” Ering said to the thunderous applause of the gathering.
“We three MPs are committed to work for state’s greater welfare. I have urged Union Minister for Minority Affairs for a special package for our under developed state which was endorsed by the CM,” he added.
Appreciating the successful rally, Rajya Sabha member and APCC president Mukut Mithi
made special mention of ongoing inter-
“We all Congress MLAs are with the CM and hopefully he would lead the next government, Mithi in his presidential address added.
He congratulated Tuki on being chosen by International Association for Educators
for World Peace (IAEWP), a voluntary organization affiliated to many UN bodies, for
IAEWP Lifetime Achievement Award-
Chief Minister Nabam Tuki, who is the local legislator and was elected unopposed
in 2005, highlighted numerous policies his government has framed within in a short
time for all-
Taking a dig at Gadkari for blaming Nehru for the 1962 defeat, Mithi said that BJP
was not even formed then. It was Nehru’s forward policy that helped demarcate all
the frontier areas while facilitating the administration and development, particularly
in this land-
Agri-
He also highlighted the benefit of ongoing TAH and 5,300 BPL families of Papum pare of the total 40,000 beneficiaries would benefit under Rashtriya Swastha Bima Yojan while Employment Generation Council, Skill Development Council and CM’s Livelihood School (Also planned here) aimed at improving skill of the youth to earn decent livelihood.
The chief minister announced a mini secretariat to be built here at a cost of Rs 5 crore.
Lok Sabha member Takam Sanjoy called for wholehearted support for Tuki for taking Arunachal to a new height. He said the support should be reflected by winning in all future panchayat, assembly and Lok Sabha elections to draw the attention of the central government and the party.
Rubbishing rumours of political instability, Sanjoy said the ruling Congress, party
and three MPs are working coherently in fine-
Such political chemistry in the past would have pushed Arunachal to greater height,
he emphatically said before announcing Rs 30 lakh from his MPLAD fund for construction
of a community-
Earlier, about 300 persons joined Congress at the initiative of BCC president Taba Tate, who pleaded for giving importance to the party and its office bearers who form the base of the government.
“Trans-
While APMC president Yari Dulom emphasized on giving priority to women at all levels, APYC president Tadar Niglar stressed on youth power having the strength to take Congress to new height, including the emphatic victory of the CM. Organizing committee chairman Taba Haniya and secretary Nabam Tadap also addressed host of ministers, parliamentary secretaries, MLAs and the rank and file of the party, thousand of party workers attending the rally.
Sagalee, an independent ADC HQs spread in 1288 sqkm in three circles with a population of 15,542, wore a new look. In all 32 cultural troupes numbering 700 members in their best traditional attires punctuated the rally with enthralling programmes.
Nobin wins International Karate Gold
Staff Reporter
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Senior Karate players of Arunachal Pradesh P Nobin Jomoh won an International Karate Gold in the 3rd International Karate Championship, which concluded at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, New Delhi today.
Nobin won the medal in Senior Men’s Individual Kumite in +84Kg category beating his opponent from Nepal in the final. Besides host India, players from Afghanistan, Congo, Nepal, Pakistan, Burma, Botswana and USA participated in the Championship which was organized by Shanshinkan Karate India.
Teachers are the backbone of our education system: Siram
ZIRO, Dec 22: Withstanding the bad weather the whole of Joram village wore a festive look on December 20 on the occasion of Golden Jubilee Celebration of Govt. Secondary school Joram.
Attending the celebration, Education Minister Bosiram Siram congratulated the school for completing 50 glorious years of academic excellence. Paying tribute to those teachers, who were instrumental in the growth and development of the school, he exhorted the current teachers to discharge duty with dedication for the betterment of students and the society as a whole.
Praising Joram for producing many doctors, engineers, IAS officer and many intellectuals, Siram reminded that the journey is yet to be completed. We need more IAS, IPS, IFS officers, he said and requested the parents to give priority on their children’s education.
Replying to a memorandum submitted by the organizing committee, Siram responded positively towards the demand for erection of school boundary wall and setting up of a well equipped laboratory.
Commenting on the pen down strike by SSA teachers, he informed the public that the govt. is tirelessly working to sort the grievances of the SSA teachers. “Sincerity, hardwork and dedication will surely be recognized”, he said in a positive note towards regularization demand of the SSA teachers.
NES president Bengia Tolum, asked the teachers to be dedicated and live up to the society’s expectation. He also exhorted the students to pay due attention to their studies and keep themselves away from politics.
Director of Higher and Technical Education Dr. Joram Begi, who is an alumni of the school, fondly recalled the growth history of the school. He also informed that Joram has a significant role in the development and preservation of Nyishi culture and had proudly hosted the Central Nyokum Celebration in 1967. The Rikam Pada dance was performed here since 1950s, he added. He also thanked the education department and the district administration for their help in developing Joram village. “This Golden Jubilee Celebration is the right time for retrospection to plan for a better future” Dr. Begi added.
Likha Saaya, MLA, also spoke on the occasion. He thanked the dignitaries for their enthusiasm in joining the celebration despite bad weather. He also advised the younger generation to focus on education and become valuable assets for the village and the society as a whole.
On the occasion the first teacher of the school Lt. Taba Toda who joined the school in 1962 was facilitated posthumously. Also Students and proud sons and daughters of Joram village were felicitated on the occasion. A colorful cultural program was also displayed.
The celebration was also attended by Tapang Taloh, Director, School Education, Likha Tongum, Zilla Chairperson, ADC Ziro Yowa Topu, ADC Yachuli K. Peyang, DSP John Pada, renowned singer Bengia Hemanto , HoDs of the district, PRI members and public. DIPRO
Wakro celebrates National Mathematics Day
Workshop on Ganit Vidya launched
Wakro, Dec 22: M.N. Chaturvedi dedicated the Ganit Vidya (GAV), mathematics workshop for rural children on the occasion of National Mathematics Day today. The GAV named in honour of Vidya Rajiv by the ASSET will be organized for three years till 2015.
M.N.Chaturvedi assured to continue helping the rural children to reap the benefit from GAV. He conducted GAV mathematics workshops for the students of Class X in the Govt Secondary School and the students of Classes VI, VII and VIII of the KGBV and the Apna Vidya Bhavan. The five days activity packed workshop helped 200 students of rural Wakro cultivate interest in the subject. Chaturvedi who has been tirelessly working to promote mathematics in Arunachalee children felt that the children are bright and willing but they are neglected lot. He appreciated ASSET for reaching out to the children this way. The children need care and guidance which is found lacking in the present times. These rural children are waiting to take off and capable of flying high. They just need the proper care and guidance which the elders in society must render.
Students assembled in Anugrah to celebrate the birthday of Srinivasa Ramanujam. A video clip on Srinivasa Ramanujam's magic square was played to mark the occasion.
Addressing the assembly in Anandamoyee Hall Apne Amilu said that Srinivasa Ramanujan (22 December 1887– 26 April 1920) was an Indian Mathematician and autodidact, who, with almost non formal training in pure mathematician made extraordinary contributions to mathematical analysis, number theory, infinite series, and continued fractions. Ramanujan was said to be a natural genius by the English mathematician G.H. Hardy in the same league as mathematicians like Euler and Gauss. In December 2011, in recognition of his contribution to mathematics, the Government of India declared that Ramanujan's birthday (22 December) should be celebrated every year as National Mathematics Day and also declared 2012 the National Mathematical Year.
CCRC organizes Christmas Carol night
Staff Reporter
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: Capital Christian Revival Church (CCRC) organized a Carol night on eve of Christmas at Akash Deep Complex in a colorful manner today evening.
Attending the function, Arunachal Christian Forum (ACF) General Secretary Toko Teki exhorted the Christian brethren to follow the Jesus’ pure words which never fail for peace and communal harmony. He appealed all to help the poor and needy people regardless their religion and race. He hoped this Christmas will bring peace, harmony and fraternity among people all around.
Speaking about Christian religion and India, the ACF general secretary said, without elaborating, that Christianity in India is as old as Christianity itself.
While giving the message of peace on the occasion, Tai Ete, General Secretary, Arunachal Pradesh Christian Revival Church Council, appealed all to maintain a cordial relationships in the society and help each other in time of need. In his motivational speech, he exhorted all Christian brethren to follow the teachings of Jesus Christ to maintain peace and harmony in the society.
Organizer Kipa Lolgo thanked owner of Akash Deep Complex for facilitating to organize the event.
Singing Carol and Caroling events, dance, skit show on birth of Jesus Christ by young boys and girls and women from various churches marked the Carol night.
Earlier, a procession was taken out from Gohpur Tinali to Bank Tini Ali and culminated at Akash Deep Complex.
CM-
SAGALAEE, Dec 22: In a keenly contested match here Friday evening, CM-
Young and veterans irrespective of rank and position joined the match reflecting sportsman spirit.
CM-
It was strong defender Kumar Waii (Parliamentary Secretary) and Bamang Tago (political
secretary to CM) who defended with strong force while the goal keeper exhibited his
skill in neutralizing many sure shots, particularly by APCC-
But centre forward Likha Saaya (Parliamentary Secretary), a known soccer player,
scored the first goal at 13th minute in the first half while vice captain Taloh netted
the second goal through a direct kick after steering through the opponents. However,
Sanjoy netted the first goal for APCC-
After receiving the winner and runner-
APCC secretary Sanjay Bapna was declared man of the match, while Taloh the best player
and APCC-
The winner team was richer by Rs 70,000. However, the CM donated Rs 75,000 (including the Taloh’s Rs 5,000) to Sagalee Sports Club after receiving the amount from Union Minister for Minorities Affair Ninong Ering.
The sportsman spirit shown by each player was worth appreciable. Many fell flat to
get up instantly to play eliciting huge laughter while Bapna and Taloh almost playing
after three and two decades exhibited soccer talent along with APCC secretary Taba
Haniya to the applause of all. CM-
Referee Tadar Apa, joint director sports and youth affairs was very imperial without sparing both the captain for foul game, while manager Dr Hatobin Mai (OSD to CM) ensured the match go smoothly.
HCM-
APCC-
Year-
DAMBUK, Dec 22: With mixed blend of culture and religion, the year-
The Golden Jubilee Celebration started early part of this year on 22nd April’ 2012 with the theme, “Darkness to the Light”.
Rev. Wanglong Simai, General Secretary of Arunachal Baptist Church Council shared the Bible message on the occasion. He exhorted the believers to be a faithful citizen and also to be prepared oneself for the heavenly kingdom by remaining faithful to God and His words.
Roing MLA Laeta Umbrey has exhorted the Church members to play a more responsive role for better society. He called upon the believers of Christ to be role model for others by living an exemplary life.
In his address Otul Tayeng, SDO Dambuk, has lauded the contribution of Baptist Church Dambuk to the society. He said that with the increase in crime rate, role of church has also increased. He appealed the church members not to confine themselves in religious activities but to work for social awareness and harmony for over all peace and development. T Millang, Chairman cum President Golden Jubilee Organizing Committee and Kaling Saring, Pastor Baptist Church Dambuk also spoke on the occasion.
A golden jubilee Souvenir, “Rima-
Earlier, Umbrey laid the foundation stone for the new Church building and inaugurated the Museum where traditional war, fishing & hunting weapons, household articles like brass plates, woman weaving materials, beads and other traditional items were displayed.
Colourful cultural events including cultural nite added flavor to the celebration.
M Pertin, Commissioner (Industries, DoTC and Trade & Commerce), Reverend Lalmuangzuala
Sailo, Field Director, Arunachal Far East Field, Sonam Tayeng, President and Banbo
Pertin, General Secretary, Dibang Lohit Baptist Church Association besides PRI leaders,
public leaders, Gaon Burahs, officers from Dambuk Sub-
ITBP conducts passing out parade for 247 personnel
AALO, Dec. 21: A spectacular passing out parade of 247 ITBP personnel was organised at Additional Training Centre, 20th Bn ITBP Aalo today.
Raja Babu Singh, DIG, SHQ(ITA), ITBP graced the occasion as chief Guest alongwith SP Aalo, senior Army and Civil Officers, Principals of various educational institutions and eminent locals.
During the gala function, Raja Babu Singh congratulated Anuj Kumar Singh, Commandant,
20th Bn ITBP and his team of trainers to transform young Himveers into a disciplined,
dedicated and brave soldiers, who are ready to face any challenge in life and even
sacrifice their lives for their mother land. He also appreciated the excellent parade
and blessed newly passed out soldiers and conveyed best wishes to their families.
He said that he had full faith in the soldiers and that they would imbibe the motto
of ITBP “Valour, Steadfastness and Dedication” in their day-
The Commandant 20th ITBP, Anuj Kumar Singh spelt out the objective behind the Passing Out Parade and said that the soldiers have been well trained to serve the nation in the difficult terrains of Indian borders. The Deputy Commandant, Training, extended his thanks to one and all for making the mega event a successful one.
An exhibition on arms and ammunition and mountaineering equipments held on the occasion gave a deep insight into the border guarding preparedness of the Bemisaal Bees. DIPRO
Training prog on FTKs cum awareness campaign
DAPORIJO, Dec 22: A block level training on handling of field test kits (FTKs)-
Er. Tumgo Dulom, AE, PHESD, Daporijo highlighted the NBA programme carried out by the Govt of India to make Arunachal Pradesh Open Defecation Free (ODF). He also stressed on formation of Village Water and Sanitation Committee (VWSC), Operation and Maintenance (O&M) of village water supply, testing of water sources and delivery points by field test kits (FTKs) and timely reporting of water samples collected by the VWSC to sub divisional laboratory.
Er. Jomdu Dulom, Consultant, PHE & WS Division, Daporijo through his power point presentation explained about the technology options for household sanitation. He elaborately explained how to design low cost toilet and how to plan, implement, operate, maintain and manage sanitary toilets to ensure their sustainability. He went on to further explain various traditional pigsty latrine practices in traditional household of Arunachal Pradesh and its ill effect and abolition of age old practice of traditional Pigsty toilet being commonly used in rural Arunachal.
Osum Konia, Consultant, PHE & WS Division, Daporijo explained through power point presentation about drinking water quality analysis. She stressed on the need of safe drinking water, disposal of waste, personal hygiene and village sanitation. She explained various water and sanitation borne diseases like typhoid, diarrhea, dysentery, malaria, hepatitis etc.
T. Bagra, lab assistant, PHE & WS Division, Daporijo gave training on how to handle Field Test Kits (FTKs). He demonstrated on how to use, measure the chemical reagent. Later AE, PHESD, Daporijo handed over FTKs to Gram Panchayat Chairpersons (GPC) of the concerned block.
On 18th December, same training programme conducted successfully at Puchi Geko block. In that training programme many PRI members and public raised question regarding water quality and sanitation. AE, PHESD, Daporijo sincerely listened to villagers and answered all the questions raised by villagers. Later he handed over FTKs to Gram Panchayat Chairperson of the concerned block.
Don Bosco NSS volunteers organize special camp at Bath village
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: True to the NSS motto “Not me but you”, NSS volunteers of Don Bosco
College, Jollang, Itanagar organized a three day NSS Special Camp at Bath village
near Ganga lake from 18th to 21st December. Fifty-
During the three days, the NSS volunteers cleaned the surrounding of the school, the Public Health Centre, the village drains that were blocked with mud and garbage and repaired the potholes on the roads. They visited families and got to know about their situation, educational standards and health hazards.
On 20th evening, the girl volunteers and the boy volunteers played a friendly volley ball match with the women and men of the village respectively. The same evening, the volunteers performed a short cultural programme for the villagers during the Camp Fire. The Special Camp came to a close on 21st afternoon with a concluding programme. Dr. V. N. Sharma, State Liaison Officer, NSS and A K Tripathi, Principal of Rajiv Gandhi Govt. Polytechnic encouraged the students with their thought provoking speeches. Besides cultural dances and songs, the participants organized awareness programme on safe drinking water, hygiene and education. Necessities like notebooks and pens for children, soaps and washing powder for the elders, volleyball net and ball for the youth and medicines for the sick were donated.
Training prog on new WHO chart
ITANAGAR, Dec 22: A day-
During the training, Khoda Tapa, CDPO Seijusa emphasized the importance of new WHO
growth chart with different color code to easily identify the nutritional and heath
status of the children of 0-
Further, VLCC (Village Level Coordination Committees) were formed headed by the CDPO
as chairman and Gaon Bura, ASM, AW workers as members. Later, the members were briefed
on their responsibilities for all-
The young officer also visited the under construction AW Centres and ensured their early completion. He advised the villagers and public to be a good citizen and contribute positively towards development of their villages and community.
Dissing Passo Youth Welfare Association thanked the CDPO for his timely visit, training and for encouraging the youth in right direction.
ASM Nomora, who was an AW worker earlier, shared her experience as AW worker and suggested the AWs to be more sincere and dedicated in their duties. She appealed the public to cooperate with the young and energetic officer for extracting his service in full.
The Gaon Buras also praised the formation of VLLCC for smooth functioning of the AW centres.
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