CVYS reiterates ban on hunting, fishing
DIMAPUR, FEBRUARY 27 (MExN): The Chümoukedima Village Youth Society (CVYS) has reiterated the notification laid down by village council authorities on the ban against hunting, fishing, cutting of trees/bamboo and burning of forest within Chümoukedima Village jurisdiction. A press release issued by CVYS president, Vikhwe Yhoshü, and general secretary, Ravo Sokra, informed that defaulters would be penalized with a fine of Rs. 10,000 and above. CVYS also informed that it has banned outsiders from picnicking, trekking, door to door business, collection of dry firewood, fodder collection for cattle rearing and cautioned that no outsider would be allowed to roam freely within the village jurisdiction after 8.00 pm, with valid reasons to prevent any untoward incident.
House mapping exercise in Kohima town
Kohima, February 27 (MExN): Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) will be conducting a house mapping exercise with the support of PRUDA –AIILSG under State Investment Program Management and Implementation Unit (SIPMIU) for creation of database for future planning needs of urban services for Citizens and meet the Service Level Bench Marks under Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India. KMC Chief Executive Officer Elizabeth Ngully in a press release has requested the citizens of Kohima Town residing within the municipal jurisdiction to cooperate and provide all necessary information to the surveyors during the conduct of the exercise.
Meeting of nodal officers Peren
Peren, February 27 (DIPR): A meeting of Nodal Officers constituted for the ensuing Lok Sabha election in respect of Peren district was held on February 25 at DC office under the chairmanship of SDO (C) headquarters. The meeting deliberated the practical aspects of election, formation of different committees, training of the master trainers etc. AEO Peren Zoybel Zeliang apprised the board that the success of any programme depends upon the collective efforts and cooperation of the committee so constituted for the purpose. He therefore called for collective responsibilities of all concerned for the success of election in the district.
NLA calls Evidence Meeting
Kohima, February 27 (MExN): The Committee on Public Accounts, Nagaland Legislative Assembly has fixed its Evidence Meeting with the Government Departments on March 6 and 7 on the examination of (C&AG) Report of India 2011-12. The departments are: Rural, health & Family Welfare, School Education, Veterinary and Animal Husbandry, Agriculture, Land Resources, Soil and Water Conservation, NEPED, PHE, Taxation, Home (General Administration), Home (Fire & Emergency Services), Home (Village Guard) and Finance. NLA has forwarded official letters and tentative programme to all respective departments and the Committee Members. NLA Secretary AE Lotha in a press release has requested all the Departmental representatives and the committee members to make it convenient to attend the meeting as per the date and time schedule.
NNC senior leaders and CEC members meet held
Dimapur, February 27 (MExN): An emergency meeting of NNC senior leaders and CEC members was held on February 21 at Dimapur. The meeting was held with the theme, ‘in re-strengthening the Naga National Council.’ A press release issued by Temjenyanger Aier, chairman said that many veteran leaders from different region attended the meeting and discussed on the future political development and present Naga situation. The meeting resolved, “all regions should send three CEC members name from their respective region at an early date and the present chairman and secretary will carry on the NNC activities as usual.”
SCC LPR Hill elects new team
Kohima, February 27 (MExN): The Supply Colony Council (Panchayat) Lower PR Hill 2, Kohima held a general meeting on February 22 last and elected new team of office bearers for the tenure 2014-16. Following are the names along with designations: Chairman - K. Shiku Zhotso; general secretary- Nlongtsü Kithan; joint secretary- Tongwa Konyak; treasurer- Viswepo Natso; and advisor - Zhopo Richa.
Wokha CMO informs
Wokha, February 27 (DIPR): As per the provision laid under Food Safety and Standard Act 2006 and Rules 2001, the Designated Officer (Chief Medical Officer) reminds to all the food business operators (FBO) in the district to obtain the FSS License or Registered their Food Business establishment from the Office of the Designated Officers (CMO) on or before March 24. FBOs include food manufacturers, distributors, stockiest, agencies, departmental supplies, wholesalers, retailers, hotels, restaurants, canteens, pharmacy selling food items and all petty food business operators etc. Operating Food Business without the FSS license or registration will attract penalty up to 5 (Five) Lakhs and imprisonment up to 6 (six) months under Section 63 of the Food Safety and Standard Act 2006.
Community College Courses in SJC
Jakhama, February 27 (MExN): The University Grants Commission has selected St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama, to offer Community College Courses for skill oriented courses to cater to career oriented education and skills to students interested in directly entering the workforce. Beginning from February 2014, St. Joseph’s College has started and Diploma courses in Tourism and Service Industry, and Desktop Publishing for the regular students of the college. These courses are integrated into the higher education system. St. Joseph’s will also conduct a 6 months Certificate course in Tourism and Service Industry at DAN, 4th Mile, Dimapur, from the month of March 2014. “We are serious about providing employable and certifiable skills to our students,” says Fr. Abraham Lotha, Principal. “The Community College courses will improve the chances of our students getting employment when they finish college.”
NERIST seat for in-service candidate
Kohima, February 27 (MExN): North Eastern Regional Institute of Science & Technology (NERIST) Arunachal Pradesh, has reserved 1(one) seat for 3 (three) years Degree Module in Electrical Engineering for in-service candidate as nominees of Nagaland for the year 2014 - 15. Only that candidate already in Government service and who have secured 60% or more marks in aggregate percentage in 3 years Diploma level in the relevant stream from an Institute which is approved by AICTE, are eligible. The candidate should not be more than 40 years (45 years in case of ST and PH and 43 years in case of OBC and women) as on August 1, 2014. Interested in-service candidate can apply for the Module through proper channel to reach A. Kathipri, Director, Directorate of Technical Education latest by March 20. Relevant educational documents must be submitted along with the application. No application shall be entertained after March 20, 2014.
Deo Nukhu to launch M.Ed prog
Kohima, February 27 (DIPR): The inaugural function of Master of Education (M.Ed.) programme will be held on February 28 at 11:00 a.m. at the State College of Teacher Education with Minister of Higher Education & SCERT, Nagaland Kohima, Deo Nukhu as the function as chief guest. According to the programme, Asst. Prof. SCETR- Kohima, Khriezonuo will chair the function. Welcome address will be given by Dr. R.K. Iralu, Principal, SCTE-Kohima. Special song will be presented by B.Ed. Trainees. Speeches will be delivered by M.Ed. Students and Neizekhonuo, Asst. Prof. SCTE-Kohima. Commissioner & Secretary, Higher Education, F.P. Solo will also exhort the gathering. Vote of thanks wi
ll be given by Runi Nakro, Asst. Prof. SCTE-Kohima.
APTMS penalize offenders
Dimapur, February 27 (MExN): Anti-Power Theft Mobile Squad (APTMS) sub-division 1, Dimapur on February 25 raided places and penalized 12 people from Churches colony, Khermahal and Circular Road. According to a press release issued by Er. Namhwu Khate, sub-divisional officer, electrical sub-division 1, Dimapur, the offences included tampered meter, direct line, tampered seal, meter by-pass, broken seal, and no seal. The offenders were fined an amount ranging from Rs. 600 to Rs. 5000.