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Calvary Bible Institute graduation ceremony
(L-R): CBI, director Rev Sukumar Chettri delivering his message at the CBI graduation ceremony. CBI graduating students presenting special number during the ceremony. (NP) Staff Reporter DIMAPUR, Feb 18 (NPN): Calvary Bible Institute (CBI) Dimapur held its 5th batch graduation ceremony Saturday, at Life spring corner, Dimapur under the theme “To preach the message, to insist upon proclaiming it (whether the time is right or not) to conceive, reproach, and to encourage as you teach with all patience. The time will come when people will not listen to sound doctrine, but will follow their own desires and will collect for themselves more and more teachers who will tell them what they are itching to hear. They will turn away from listening to the truth and give their attention to legends. But you must keep control of yourself in all circumstances; endures suffering, do the work of preachers of the good news
and perform your hole duty as a servant of God” (2 Timothy 4:2-5). Focussing on the students, CBI, director Rev. Sukumar Chettri in his message asked the students to be ready in every season and time so that they would be able to face the trails and temptations that came their way. He also informed the students that they have been filled up with spirit, knowledge and gifted with new blessings and therefore he asked the students to remember to sow the right seed at the right time so that they would be blessed with better harvest at the end. “Being trained alone is not important but to be able to move forward is the biggest achievement” Chettri commented. Citing the example of disciplined army who have been well trained, he encouraged the students
to learn to encourage and stand to protect the church, prayer cell, ministry and organization by extending their help and sharing the gospel of God. The programme also felicitated students basing on the student ministry report. At the programme, CBI vision was delivered by Reverend Andrew Khawas from Sikkim, financial report was delivered by CBI, secretary Sanjay D. Sonar. The programme highlighted group song, testimony by CBI graduates, solo song by Bimla Rana, Kohima, dance was presented by Jyoti and group from Kohima and ordination prayer for graduates was followed. E a r l i e r, t h e p r o gramme was chaired by pastor John Lepcha, invocation prayer was pronounced by CBI, vice
ATMA mobilization and demonstration programme
Participants at the ATMA Bhandari block demonstration. DIMAPUR: Mobilization of CIG’s, FIG’s and SHG’s was held on January 24 at the office of SDO (Sc), Bhandari Town, by ATMA Bhandari Block and sponsored by ATMA,Wokha. Resource person BTM Khyothungo Ezung delivered on the concept and importance of FIG’s, CIG’s and SHG’s. Farmers Friend representing 20 different villages attended the programme. Earlier the programme was chaired by SDO (Sc)
and BTT convener Chumbeni Odyuo. On January 28 a field day on contour bunding was also conducted at Merapani Village. Demonstration on contour bunding was illustrated practically on the field by C. Yanthan. Further, advantages of contour bunding for soil conservation by controlling soil erosion, promotion of water retention and for increasing crop production were discussed by Chumbeni Odyuo. She also en-
couraged the farmers to use locally available resources like wood, bamboo etc for blocking soil erosion and preventing run off in sloping fields. The field day was held at the demonstration field on Soil Erosion Control Measures identified and selected by ATMA Bhandari block for conducting practical demonstrations relating to soil conservation measures. Altogether 18 farmers attended the field day.
chairman pastor Damru Thapa and later, vote of thanks was delivered by CBI, treasurer, Kohima, Deacon Gogan Mohra. CBI was established on 1991. The purpose of the institute is to fulfil the great commission and to find out the lost generation from Asian country. Till 2016, CBI has more than 2500 graduates and sent out as an evangelist to 20 different countries. CBI is one year diploma course. It is for those people who have desire to serve the Lord, local churches and also for those people who were already in ministry and in other jobs who cannot go for long term theological training. Every student has to submit recommendation letter from their own respective pastor and leaders. Altogether 21 students were certified with diploma graduation certificate.
NCD lauds bandh participants DIMAPUR: Naga Council Dimapur has expressed its appreciation at the stance taken by various parties in restraining themselves form provocative behaviour during the bandh. A press note by NCD vice president, K. Ghokheto Chophy and general secretary, Thsapongkyu Sangtam stated its gratefulness to everyone who had stood for the cause of the Naga rights in its fight against the discordant policy of the state government. NCD also applauded the support shown by various sections of the society, c o l o n y / w a r d u n i o n s, women organizations, DNYO, tribal hohos in the fight for justice during the prolonged period of bandh. NCD also mentioned the determination shown by DNYO from the start of the bandh till date, for the very fact that it stood resolute not to compromise the future generation. It further appealed for continued support from all concerned and has urged upon all to avoid any kind of violence and aggression in future as well.
Workshop on earthquake resistant building
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IMPHAL, FEB 18: Editors Guild Manipur on Saturday hosted a one-day seminar on “Earthquake Resistant Building in Manipur” at Classic Regency Hall, Imphal. State works commissioner K Radhakumar, who took part in the opening function of the workshop, stressed the need to make a survey of the multi storey buildings constructed in the city under the By-Law of Imphal Municipal Corporation to ensure safety during earthquakes. He said as a tradition in Manipur, most people do not consult architects and engineers while constructing their houses but consult the chief mason. Radhakumar further said that even though the architects were consulted there is big gap between the masons and architects. He insisted that the training program provided by the Public Works Department to the masons need to be done in a larger scale. The works commissioner added that the PWD can issue certificates to trained masons so that people can consult them during construction. State PWD chief engineer M Loken who spoke as resource person said that the advice of the expert should be taken while building to avoid loss of life and properties during earthquake. Reminding the recent quake that hit the state, he said that it was very necessary to give awareness among the masons as the people of the state have a certain way of building houses by consulting them. Professor Suresh of MIT, professor Arunkumar of Earth Science Department, Manipur University and PWD Additional Chief Engineer Kh Tenba were the resource persons of the seminar.
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cause severe diarrhoea among young children. Nadda said, “Rotavirus diarrhoea can also lead to dehydration, malnutrition and delayed physical and mental development in children. Rotavirus vaccination would help in reducing the infant mortality rate.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given instructions to the central ministers to give top focus to the eastern and northeastern part of India. Nadda, who came here on Saturday from New Delhi, said that diarrhoea is one
of the biggest killers of children and rotavirus is one of the most common causes of severe diarrhoea in children less than five years of age.
The minister urged the states to “successfully roll out of the mission Indradhanush, which has already created a significant impact across the country.” In March 2016, the Rotavirus vaccine was first introduced in four states -- Har yana, Himachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. So far, about 38 lakh children have been
vaccinated with Rotavirus in these four states. Additional Secretary of Union Health and Family Welfare Ministry Sanjeeva. He said that the fourth phase of mission Indradhanush was launched in northeastern states -- Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura -- on February 7 and would be rolled out in the remaining part of the country in April. He said that the universal immunisation pro-
Students from Nagaland meet union minister of state in Delhi
Group of students from Nagaland call on Dr Jitendra Singh.
NEW DELHI, FEB 18 (NPN): Union Minister of State for Development of North Eastern Region (I/C), Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh met a group of students from Nagaland here today. The students are on a National Integration Tour from Medziphema (Nagaland) to Delhi and Jaipur which is being organised by 41 Assam Rifles. The students belong to School of Agricultural Sciences and Rural Development (SASARD), Medziphema, Nagaland. During the interaction, the students said that they appeal for peace in the state
of Nagaland which is facing curfew situation for the last few days and during their visit to Delhi they are also carrying a message of peace. They also expressed happiness over their visit to the National Capital and shared their experiences with the Minister. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Jitendra Singh said that peace is the prerequisite for any kind of development in any place. He said that he shares the concern expressed by the students about the situation in Nagaland. Dr Jitendra Singh said that youth are the most affected section of society due to any disturbance and the biggest stake for peace is for the youth. Dr Jitendra Singh also
conveyed good wishes to the students in their future endeavours. He said that the students should see diverse Indian culture during their visit to Delhi and Jaipur and share their experiences when they go back to their state. The purpose of organising National Integration Tour is to give exposure to the students from North East and also to give them insight into the culture and tradition of the rest of India. The students have visited Akshardham Temple, Qutub Minar, Hauz Khas Village and Dilli Haat. They will also visit India Gate, Red Fort and some other places in Delhi before going to Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Khonsa battalion apprehends one NSCN (IM) cadre
DIMAPUR: Based on specific intelligence about presence of underground cadre trying to terrorize and carry out extortion in Khonsa town, Khonsa Battalion under the aegis of DAO division conducted a successful operation in Khonsa town on February 17. According to PRO (Defence) Kohima, during the operation ‘Sgt’ Jenhu
Tinlom of NSCN (IM) was apprehended along with a pistol and live ammunitions. On post spot interrogation he admitted allegiance to NSCN (IM) and he further divulged that he had joined on Aug 2016 and had also undergone training in a NSCN camp in Dimapur for three months as an active cadre, PRO added.
General orientation programme held at NEHU
DIMAPUR: One-month duration general orientation programme for newly appointed teachers of higher education was organized by the UGC-Human Resource Development Centre, NEHU, Shillong, from January 23 to February 19. Course coordinator of the programme, Dr. Quendarisa Kharbuli informed that the major thrust during the orientation programme was laid upon basic modalities of teaching and learning process such as micro-teaching, philosophy of education, information technology, research methodology, curriculum development, question paper setting in accordance with CBCS, etc. Addressing the college and university teachers at the valedictory function of the programme, director, English and Foreign Languages University and the chief guest of the programme, Prof. T.K. Kharbamon congratulated the participants at the successful completion of the one month programme. She expressed the importance of such programmes in teaching and education, and desired
Rotavirus vaccination launched for five more states
AGARTALA, FEB 18 (IANS): Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Saturday launched Rotavirus vaccination for five more states in the country to immunise children against diarrhoea, one of the major causes of child deaths in India. Nadda, accompanied by Tripura Health Minister Badal Choudhury, launched here the Rotavirus vaccination for Assam, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Tripura. Rotavirus vaccine is used to protect against rotavirus infections, which
Nagaland Post, Dimapur sunday, February 19, 2017
gramme provides life-saving vaccines to all children across the country free of cost to protect them against Tuberculosis, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Hepatitis B, Pneumonia and Meningitis due to Haemophilus Influenzae type b (Hib), Measles, Rubella, Japanese Encephalitis and Rotavirus diarrhoea. Tripura health minister Badal Choudhury said that the state government has been implementing all health related schemes of the central government with full sincerity.
Officials during the general orientation programme. that the teachers should disseminate the knowledge gathered over the last one month, at their respective work places. While speaking on the occasion as chairperson, director, UGC-HRDC, NEHU, Prof. Rakesh Mohan informed that 41 participants, comprising of 18 numbers from Meghalaya; 8 numbers from Nagaland; 4 numbers from Arunachal Pradesh; 4 numbers from Sikkim; 4 numbers from
Tripura and 3 numbers from Assam have successfully completed the training programme. He deliberated upon the aims and objectives of Human Resource Development Centre & emphasized upon the need to focus on teacher’s education at the time of induction by providing orientation and followed by training periodically, through refresher courses. He emphasized that
in the present day context where the task of teaching and educating has become more challenging, teachers have to play an important role in the development of the overall personality of the student. In this context, it was necessary to provide systematic and well organized training programmes to the large number of newly appointed faculty members at the college and university level.
Students’ cycle rally spreads awareness on clean environment
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IMPHAL, FEB 18: A group of students on Saturday took out a cycle rally to the streets in Imphal to create awareness about clean and healthy environment in Manipur. The rally was organized by Personality Development Club (PDC) of DM College of Arts on the theme “Reduce, re-use and Recycle for a green future.” The rally participated
by around 30 students was flagged off from the DP of Arts campus at 7.30 am and proceeded towards Bishnupur district with Thanga Salam of the district as its destination. General secretary of Teachers Forum of DM College of Arts Dr Keithellakpam Indramani flagged off the rally. The cyclists displayed placards with slogans like “Our future is to give plastic another life,” “Lets reduce
plastic bags as much as we can,” “Save the environment and you will save the life & future and “Plastic pollute & paper don’t, etc.” A teacher of the college who took part in the cycle rally said the rally would spread the message about the harmful effects of plastic and other products on environment and the people. He further said young people should involve themselves in efforts to protect the environment. K
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