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Four houses gutted down
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: Four houses were burnt down to ashes at Koreng village under Pangin circle of Siang district early this morning.
The affected families have lost their all properties, including household items, valuable local ornaments etc. in the devastating fire. However, there was no report of any casualty.
The fire started at around 3 am reportedly from charcoal remnants of the fire place of the previous night.
Gamtum Padu, EAC (in-
The DC has already taken up the matter with the department of disaster management for further assistance as per government norms.
Young entrepreneur dies
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: Tadar Taniya, a young and promising entrepreneur, breathed his last at Down Town Hospital, Guwahati on March 10 after a brief illness.
He hailed from Paji village under Nyapin administrative circle of Kurung Kumey district. Tania was doing well in business and was considered to be emerging business person of the state.
Nyishi Elite Society has condoled his death and paid respect to the departed soul.
Union demands release of arrested members
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: The All Arunachal Pradesh Border Students’ Union (AAPBSU) has demanded City Police to release the union’s Finance Secretary Yomdo Tawa and Vigilance Secretary Tamoli Tabri immediately and questioned the reason behind their arrest.
The union in a release claimed that both the union members were arrested after end of the bandh period which, according to the union, is not ‘genuine’.
Further, the bandh passed off peacefully and no public or government properties were damaged during the bandh period, it claimed.
The union also appealed to the City Police to release one Gaya Flago, who has been arrested without any cause.
The person is neither a member of the union nor was he involved during the bandh in any way on March four, the union said.
“We appeal to Home Department to remove all the sections that are put against our executive members through no faults of theirs. We are not criminals. We are only fighting for the common cause of the society and welfare for the people of the border areas of the Arunachal Pradesh,” it said.
The union threatened to declare yet another capital and border area bandh call if the state government fails to release all the arrested persons immediately.
The union said that they were compelled to call the bandhs due to state government’s
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Orientation prog
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: The aims and objectives of the Multi-
Panchayat members of Namsai block, Women Welfare Association Namsai, representatives of minority community residing in Namsai block, HGBs and officers of all the major departments were present in the programme.
FLCC camp held
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: The Financial Literacy Counseling Camp (FLCC) was conducted by Arunachal Pradesh Cooperative Apex Bank in association with Young Mission Adventure Club (YMAC) at Paya, Wak, Rigo, Kamdi and Bene villages in West Siang district on March 6 and 7.
The objective of the camp was to encourage the people to open bank account in Apex Bank under Pradhan Mantri Dhan Jhan Yojna (PMDJY).
YMAC Chairman Yomjum Yongam briefed the importance of PMDJY and urged the participants to avail the benefits.
Blood donation camp by ASUS
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: The Arunachal Students Union Shillong(ASUS) will organize blood donation camp on July 25 and 26 at NEIGRIHMS Hospital, Shillong. This was decided at a mass gathering of the students at Arunachal Bhawan, Shillong on March 7 last. The main motto of the blood donation camp is to develop blood bank for the Arunachalee patients who comes to NEIGRIHMS Hospital for treatment.
ALSDSU outrages over dismantling of park
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: Agitated over the dismantling of Indira Gandhi Park near DC office Ziro, the All Lower Subansiri District Students Union (ALSDSU) today demanded for restoration of the recreational park in the district headquarters.
In its letter addressed to the Lower Subansiri Deputy Commissioner, the union informed that the park had been destroyed instead of shifting.
Claiming that transformation of the Hapoli general ground into the stadium have deprived many people in accessing the ground, the students union also demanded for a common ground where every individual regardless of community can take park.
It also demanded immediate restoration of Itanagar-
The students union gave district authority seven days to address their issues.
Association refutes DAO claim
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: Responding to the Changlang District Agriculture Officer’s (DAO)
statement in which he claimed that advertisement was published in local daily on
8th January 2015, inviting firms to participate in supply of Agriculture inputs,
the All Arunachal Agriculture-
The association also alleged that most of the firms got selected by the DAO Changlang
are non-
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Tawang marches in solidarity with Tibet
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: Hundreds of peoples took to the streets in Tawang to join the rest of the world to mark the 56th Tibetan uprising day with a ‘peace march’ from Chhamleng at Tawang monastery to Massang Dhung Rhui mey at Old Bazaar, yesterday.
Organized by Bharat Tibbat Sahyog Manch (BTSM), Tawang, the march drew a mixed crowd of old and young, monks and nuns, students and NGOs, who hit the road to express their solidarity and respect for the thousands of Tibetan people killed in the first national uprising in Tibet in 1959, which subsequently led to the fleeing of the 14th Dalai Lama into exile in India.
The programme kicked off with the reception of the portrait of the 14th Dalai Lama from the main prayer hall of Tawang monastery to Chhamleng and offering of butter lamp to the portrait by Guru Tulku Rimpochey, the abbot of Tawang monastery.
Geshe Thupten Khedup, vice-
Thereafter, with the portrait of the globetrotting monk and father of the nation Mahatma Gandhi, in the front, the march began with the solidarities waving Indian tricolor and Tibetan flags, walking the route carrying placards chanting “Long live His Holiness, and Save Tibet!” while the nuns and monks prayed for world peace and harmony .
Later, addressing the gathering on the key event, Jambey Wangdi, Chairman, DoKKA, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, spoke about Dalai Lama since his arrival in Tawang in 1959 and his ensuing visit to the town this year.
He called upon the nuns, monks, scholars, intellectuals and people from all walks of life to come forth and resume the noble deed of conservation and preservation of Buddhist culture with greater sensitivity, sincerity and motivation.
Rev. Guru Tulku Rinpochey, Abbot of Tawang monastery and Rev. Rikya Samtenlling Rimpochey, abbot of Jamyang Choekorling monastery highlighted the vitality of the day and emphasized on the need to exhibit solidarity and obedience to the spiritual leader.
Among others, Jambey Tsering, ZPC Tawang, Sangey Chhodup, President, BTSM, Lhundup
Chosang, GS, BTSM, Lobsang Dondup, President, Tibetan Freedom Movement, and Tashi
Chhoegyal, President, Indo-
Former minister Karma Wangchu and former Tawang MLA Tashi Khandu also attended the meeting.
The programme finally culminated after observing one minute silence for the people who sacrificed themselves for the cause of Tibet and chanting of the prayer “Dentsik Monlam”. [Tawang Vigilance]
BJP questions govt., seeks Governor’s intervention
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: The State Baharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has lodged complaint with the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh against the ruling Congress Government in the state for reducing the duration of the budget session from the initial six days to three and tabling and passing vote of accounts for four months instead of a regular budget.
“We fail to understand as to why the State government has resorted to place the vote on account in place of the regular budget,” stated the party in its representation to the Governor.
“We understand that the present state government is in a deep financial crisis. It is also seen that most of the central flagship programmes are at a standstill and the contractors are not being paid their dues as the state govt. is not able to furnish the Utilization Certificates to the Central Government”, the party added.
The party alleged that the present State Govt. has taken the State Assembly in a very casual manner.
“Many of starred and un-
While endorsing the walk-
Improve air and road connectivity with ASEAN: Tuki
NEW DELHI, Mar 11: Chief Minister Nabam Tuki called for immediate measures to improve air and road connectivity of the Northeastern states with the ASEAN countries in order to realize the Act East Policy of the Government of India in totality.
He said this at the inaugural session of the 7th edition of the Delhi Dialogue with
the theme “ASEAN -
Tuki emphasized that the Northeastern region can act as a nucleus for boosting ties with the ASEAN countries and mainland India. He opined that strong ties with ASEAN countries will help in the progress of the region by opening up opportunities for all round socio economic growth. He also highlighted the possibilities and potential of Arunachal Pradesh in the panel discussion of the dignitaries.
Union Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj, MOS V K Singh, Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, Chief Minister of Manipur Ibobi Singh were among the dignitaries present. (Media cell, CM)
Governor emphasises on better connectivity in Asia, interactions on hydro power
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: The Governor of Arunachal Pradesh Lt. Gen (Retd) Nirbhay Sharma
while speaking at a conference on the theme ‘Building Pan-
The event was organised by Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in a special meeting at Kolkata on March 10.
Underscoring the recent thrust by the Government of India to ‘Act East’, the Governor
said that the endeavour of Union Government requires developing connectivity within
its natural area of economic inter-
Highlighting the enormous potential of the region and cost to harness it, he said
that the untapped economic potential of the core of East and Southeast Asia region,
when realized would not only mitigate the developmental cost to an extent but also
restore socio-
If Asia were to seize the opportunity of building regional connectivity in the entire continent, there is a need to recognise that today’s opportunity may not present itself in future, the Governor stressed.
The Governor also highlighted on trans-
Representatives from ASEAN and BIMSTEC countries and United States of America are participating in the conference, which includes Ambassador Richard Verma, US ambassador to India and many distinguished diplomats and intellectuals. (PRO to Raj Bhawan)
Negi calls for early completion of projects
ITANAGAR, Mar 11: Chief Secretary Ramesh Negi has emphasized the need for early completion of the scheme undertaken by the Department of Research.
Negi said this while on a visit to JN State Museum complex, Reference Library, State Archives to take stock of the ongoing NEC, TFC schemes and inspected the construction sites of extension of museum and new archives buildings, accompanied by Secretary Research Dani Salu.
Besides, he observed the process of digitization old records since 1872 including border issue, old maps preserved in state archives and development of galleries (Archaeology & Textiles funded by SPA Scheme). He suggested to take assistance from professional consultants in respective field to achieve the excellence of the work for which State Government will give all sort of patronage to churn the positive output. He also directed to chalk out a plan for Heritage Cottage for facilitating visiting researchers.
Meanwhile, Director of Research Batem Pertin brought to the notice of Chief Secretary about constrains and hindrances faced by the department, including lack of human resources.
Secretary Cultural Affairs Salu put forward the problem of endangerment of indigenous languages which is basic component of culture.
Earlier, Canadian Diplomat David Hamilton visited JN State Museum.
Fund crunch hits multi-
Prafulla Kaman
PASIGHAT, Mar 11: Non-
The implementing agencies and contractors concerned are bearing the brunt of massive public ire as the government has failed to release necessary funds against those projects in time.
The multi-
According to information available, the state government sanctioned Rs 10 crore for
construction of RCC roads with drainage at Pasighat town under SPA for the year 2013-
In another project, the DoNER ministry during February last year granted sanction
under Non-
Besides the major projects, works of many other ongoing schemes, such as construction
of Yagrung Cirle Office, Build-
The executive engineer of Pasighat Rural Work Department (RWD), who has been entrusted
to execute Sille-
The road was sanctioned in 2007. The people raised many questions over transparency and utilization of fund meant for the road project.
Undue delay of the central and state sponsored projects in the district is causing massive public concern.
“We are anxiously waiting to see light of development in Pasighat area through proper implementation of the major projects. The working season this year is running out, but there has been no any strategies to make the works progress before the rainy season begins,’ a local exclaimed.
DLMC meets to monitor CSS projects
DAPORIJO, Mar 11: District Level Monitoring Committee of Upper Subansiri in a meeting held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner cum Chairman, DLMC Komkar Dulom reviewed and assessed the progress of projects implemented under various centrally sponsored schemes (CSS) at the Rijo Conference Hall here today.
Addressing the meeting, the deputy commissioner stressed the need of inspection and checking of all the CSS projects being implemented in the district to ensure quality. He also called for a collective efforts by all the implementing departments for better implementation of the projects.
ZPC Sushil Nalo requested the officers to provide proper guidance to the PRI members and show them the way for bringing about development in the district. Nalo also emphasised on the need for proper planning of projects undertaken and inclusion of elected representatives during the planning stage.
DPO S Timba highlighted the monitoring mechanism established and put in place by the state government.
All the project implementing departments gave presentations of projects being implemented by them.
PRI members, heads of departments, administrative officers and block development officers were present in the meeting. DIPRO
AAPSU, WSDSU provide relief to fire victims
AALO Mar 11: A team of All Arunachal Pradesh Students’ Union (AAPSU) led by Deny Boje, Secretary Federal Assembly and Tanya Agu, Spokesperson, AAPSU along with West Siang District Students’ Union visited Tadin village and distributed relief items, such as CGI sheets, blankets, rice, aluminum and plastic buckets and mosquito nets to all the 14 fire affected families.
While distributing the relief items, Tanya appealed to the district administration to look into all necessary official formalities so that the victims get relief assistances from the Govt.
Boje appealed to the people of West Siang to be extra careful while handling fire to prevent such accidents, reports DIPRO.
Meanwhile, another team of West Siang District Students Union visited fire victims of Kato village under Kamba circle and provided them with immediate relief. ASM Yormi Kato received the reliefs on behalf of the fire victims.
WSDSU union has demanded the authority concerned to immediately setup a full-
WSDSU appealed to the district administration to provide relief to the fire victims for their quick rehabilitation. It also urged the District Disaster Management authority to conduct awareness programme regarding fire accidents in entire the district.
Workshop on Mission Indradhanush, training of ASM, AWW, ASHAs
CHANGLANG, Mar 11: The district level orientation workshop on Mission Indradhanush,
an extended programme to strengthen the routine immunization for miss-
Chairing the workshop, SDO Nampamg Wangjen urged all the incharge Medical Officers and ANMs of various CHCs, PHCs and sub health centers to put extra efforts to improve the poor performance of the district in routine immunization and make the programme a huge success. Stating non receipt of information on time as one of the main reason for high numbers of left out children, he insisted the MOs to ensure disseminating information a week prior to the vaccination day through ANM, AWW, PRI members, Teachers, GB, etc. He also advised the District Health Society to impart training to the persons responsible for data entry to avoid data error which indicates the overall performances.
Earlier, DMO Dr S Chai Pul in her key note address explained about Mission indradhanush and appealed to all for their cooperation to make sure that the programme is implemented successfully.
Resource person Dr Tage Taka, Surveillance Medical Officer, NPSP-
Resource person Narendra Jangra, State RMNCP-
DRCHO Dr Tope Yomcha, highlighted the vaccination data of various health centers of the district and termed achievement far behind the target. He raised many discrepancies in maintaining data and asked them for rectifying the same and timely submission of the reports.
Meanwhile, the District Health Society, Changlang conducted a meeting with ASM, AWW,
ASHAs and villagers of Bubang-
During the meeting, the DMO briefed about the objective of the meeting and shared her knowledge on immunization, Infant Mortality Rate Reduction and Arunachal Pradesh CM’s Universal Health Insurance.
DPO(RNTCP) Dr M Khimhun briefed on dental hygiene, significance of ante-
The villagers were also made aware of eye care, importance of sanitation and symptoms and treatment of tuberculosis. DIPRO
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Swine Flu and Self Care
Dear Editor,
It shouldn’t be misunderstood that people get infected with H1N1 (swine flu) virus merely by consuming pork. Well cooked pork is safe to consume since the H1N1 virus get killed in a high temperature (160°F). But it can be transmitted through raw meat when it is contaminated with the virus, by touching the mouth or nose where virus may enter via the mucus membrane. Through coughing or sneezing, infected droplets are expelled into the air which can infect others. The most common symptoms include fever, lethargy, lack of appetite and coughing. Vomiting, diarrhoea ,runny nose ,sore throats have also been reported by others. The following precaution measures can be taken to limit the spread of virus.
1. Washing hands regularly with shop and water will inactivate the contaminated virus.
2. Avoid exposing yourself from infected people.
3. Our hands are hotbeds for germs. If you avoid touching your nose, mouth and eye, you decreases the chances of getting the virus.
4. Carrying hand sanitizer and using it when needed will help you avoid infection.
5.If you develop symptoms of swine flu, seek the help of a physician immediately. Antiviral medicine like Tamiflu and Relenza are currently effective against some strain of swine flu which should be taken within 36 hours of flu infection for maximum effectiveness. The Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the use of Oseltamivir or Zanamivir for the treatment and prevention of infection with H1N1 flu which can make your illness milder and make you feel better faster.
Your’s
Dr. Shankar Dawe Rang
A clarification on question paper
Dear Editor
Through your reputed newspaper, I would like to draw the kind attention of the writer
of the Subject-
1.) As it was pointed out that in question No. 19(World Map), it was asked to identify
with the help of the map legend and was supposed to write the correct name on the
dotted space for features shown as A, B, C, D & E. But, the map bore no such alphabet
nor dotted line other than equator and the International Date Line. In this concern,
the question paper's setter is not questionable and responsible. The undersigned
had already submitted the master copy to the office of the Director of Secondary
Education with the map bearing the features shown clearly as A, B, C, D & E. I am
to clarify that there has been a procedure that more than two concerned subject-
2) For India map in question no. 20(iv), Mawsynram was spelled as Mousynram. In this
concern, if there is any spelling mistake in the question papers, it should be rectified
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3) Question No. 21-
4) It is wrong to blame that the papers setters are not dedicated. We are both sincere and dedicated in the field of imparting quality education. Education system works under the collaboration of many educational branches and members.
5) Lastly, I think that the writer is authentic in his claim to award 5 marks to
the students. I also appeal to the Director of Secondary education to award 5 marks
in lieu of Q.no. 19 so that the examinees of the said standard for the session 2014-
Yours,
One of the papers' setters Year 2014-
I found a way
Dear Editor,
I found a way to make easy money. How?
I will create a union under the banner-
This will create redtapeism in conduction of general strike. If our government can have red tape in the functions of various governmental works, why can't we have one in these strikes? Let’s prevent the unions from monopolising these strikes. If red tapism is anthem of our government, being progeny of same, let’s use it for good.
Yours,
Tadar Ruku
Class-
Our Arunachal
Dear Editor,
Through your esteemed daily, I would like to express my concern regarding today’s
Arunachal society. The tradition of blaming each-
Yours,
Atu Yekar
Rajiv Gandhi University,
Rono hills.
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Compensation issue posing threat to infrastructure projects
Most of the infrastructure projects of Arunachal has hit major deadlock due to compensation
issue. Especially the Trans-
It is believed that government of India has taken series view of the situation and they are in no mood to pay such high compensation. Because of this there is a fear that many of the projects under Trans Arunachal Highway might be scrapped by govt. of India. Shockingly PWD Minister Gojen Gadi yesterday admitted involvement of officers up to the rank of Deputy Commissioner in instigating people to construct illegal structures along the Trans Arunachal Highway (TAH) for claiming undue compensation. Minister also assured that strict action will be taken against such officers. People of Arunachal also need to rise above petty compensation issue and think for the future of state. These highways will benefit us and therefore we need to extend cooperation to the authority concerns.
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