How to Upload Your Updated Resume In Monster.com

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Monster.com is a useful portal for job seekers to get information and find employment. In order to stand out and draw the attention of potential employers, a candidate should make sure that his/her CV/Resume is up to date and included with all the necessary details required to apply for the job.
A well updated resume in monster gives you better access and exposure to its vast resources and opportunities. Here is a quick way to upload and update your resume in monster.com.

1. Sign in to monster.com with your existing account.


2. Click on the drop down menu on the left hand side of the home page. Select "My Monster" and from the list that appears, click "My profile".


3. Next, click the "Edit" button on the right side of the bar that appears just below the performance meter.


4. Now, select the "Upload New" button choose the desired file from your computer and click "Submit".

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Essential Elements Of A Good Business Letter

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Clarity
The content of the letter should be written in such a manner that it is immediately understood by the reader to respond appropriately. The words used in the business letter should be simple, specific, and clearly expressed without any ambiguity on the part of the reader.



Courteous
The foundation on which every business letter rests is courtesy. It forms the base for building a long term relationship with the other organization or the individual. In short, it should use positive, encouraging words to draw the reader’s attention towards the letter.



Concise
Business letters should not be a long drawn story. It should be short and to the point, so that the reader gets the accurate meaning that is conveyed by the writer.



Correct Attitude
The sender should advocate positive attitude while framing the letter. This has serious implication on the reader as it may risk the decisive dialogue set between the two parties.



Correct Tone
It refers to the mood or expression the writer uses in his letter. It should be tactful, positive and formal because a wrong or negative tone can change the whole content of the letter.

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6 Ways To Improve Your Listening Skills

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Provide Indications

Let the speaker know that you are actively involved by paying attention to the speaker. Assure the speaker that you are interested in his speech. Keep eye contact, good gestures or even a small token of appreciation. If the speaker notices that the listener is ignorant to his talks, it becomes boring for the listener. Giving verbal and non-verbal clues helps the speaker to be more confident thus contributing to an effective learning process.

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Concentrate

Focus on what the speaker is saying. Though external factors may play an important part in the listening process, a person cannot concentrate until he is willing to pay attention and hear what the speaker has to say. It is therefore advised that an individual start with a dialogue, perceive the matter and interpret it correctly.



Avoid Instant Feedback

Refrain from formulating immediate response about the speaker. Listening plays an important part in the communication process, therefore effective decision should be taken so that there is no breakdown in the dialogue, also give space to each conversation to interpret correctly. It should be seen as a challenge and not as conflict between the speaker and the listener.

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Be Prepared

A listener should try to prepare himself regarding the topic beforehand, so that he can interact with the speaker directly without any wastage of time. This is only possible when the listener is willing to ask questions and participate in discussions with the speaker.

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Accept Changes


A listener should be able to accept any revision while he is interacting with the speaker. This will help the communication process to run smoothly. It has been seen that much of the time is consumed in defending a particular sequence or a word or phrase. If the listener is able to refrain himself from it, the process would go uninterrupted.

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Choose The Right Atmosphere


It is always better to choose the right environment so that the listener does not get distracted by any external noise such as phone calls, loud noise from machines, hot and humid room temperature etc. Be sure the environment is conducive to listening.

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Flashback Video NAJ Costfest 3.0

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Since its inception the NAJ pioneered Cosfest have been growing tremendously and have prevailed to gain immense support from its cult like fan base with its massive following. Needless to see, the attention that the recently held gala created refuses to die down and have been the hype for its many admirers.
Celebrating the memories here is a flashback video by the indie production house San Production on the recently concluded NAJ Cosfest 3.0 with its brilliant direction.



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5 Ways To Manage Stress

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Stress is a familiar issue that everyone of us faces at one point of time or the other. Stress can be caused by tensed situation or events and the reasons maybe environmental or job related. In order to cope with stress an individual can adopt the following strategies.

Time Management

If a person is unable to manage time, it creates frustration and anxiety. Critical situations and events can be avoided by proper management of time. To eliminate stress one must prioritize the task plan, organize and control it in such a manner that the goals can be achieved without setbacks.



Change the Job

 If a person is dissatisfied with his career, he must try to look for other alternative. Through this process, he can avoid stress by avoiding physical and mental torture.



Exercise

 Most studies indicate that by being active we can avoid anxiety or depression and can pave way for a healthy lifestyle.



Meditation and Relaxation

Meditation is the method of concentrating on something in a very relaxed frame of mind. From ancient times, meditation has been followed as a tool of mental relaxation. In a hectic and busy work schedule, by devoting some time to meditation, individuals can cope effectively with stress.



Increase your Comfort Zone

Every individual has his or her comfort zone. As a social being we must try to adjust to varied situations. This can help us in alleviating stress and can benefit us in numerous ways promoting high spirit and happiness.

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Speech Delivered By Mr. Th. Muivah, During The Signing Ceremony Of Framework Agreement With GOI

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On 3rd August 2015, A historic framework agreement was signed between NSCN-IM and the Government of India. Here are the details of the speech by Mr. Th. Muivah, General Secretary of NSCN-IM delivered during the signing ceremony of the peace accord.


Th. Muivah at the signing ceremony of the peace accord.


I thank God for this momentous occasion.

On behalf of the Chairman Mr. Isak Chishi Swu and the Naga people kindly allow me to begin by saying that Naga people have great respect for Mahatma Gandhi because he understood and respected the Nagas when the Naga delegation met him for the first time in 1947. Unfortunately, after his demise, the Indian state resorted to military might to crush the Nagas. Armed confrontation followed inflicting heavy losses on both the parties.

After a long fighting, Mr. Narasimha Rao, the then Prime Minister of India had the courage to admit that it is political issue and should be solved through political negotiations. We appreciated his wisdom and accepted the Ceasefire Agreement to start political negotiation in 1997. We gave our commitment to him that NSCN shall leave no stone unturned to find a negotiated amicable settlement between the two parties.

The Nagas were very happy when the Government of India under the leadership of the then Prime Minister of India Mr. Atal Behari Vajpayee, declared the recognition of the ”unique history and situation of Nagas” in 2002. We Nagas appreciated the statesmanship of Mr. Atal Behari Vajpayee and we gave our commitment that if the Government of India would understand the reality of the Nagas, the Nagas will appreciate the reality of India even ten times more and we never back-track from our commitments.

Today, under the visionary leadership of honourable Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, we have come close to understand each other and have worked out a new relationship between the two parties on the basis of this uniqueness. We appreciate your wisdom, your leadership and your vision to build an enduring relationship between the Nagas and Indians. The Nagas will ever remember you for your statesmanship and your profound understanding of the Nagas with warm heart for them.

Beginning from now the challenges will be great so also the responsibilities. The obligations to meet the needs of the people shall be paramount for both the parties to make this historic Endeavour more meaningful. Let me also assure you that Nagas can still come closer if their rights are respected. On behalf of the Naga people allow me to assure you once again that Nagas can be trustworthy and take into your confidence for any policy in the Northeast and beyond the frontiers.

God bless you and your leadership.

Kuknalim.

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Mr. Th. Muivah

General Secretary, NSCN.

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PM Modi's Speech After Signing The Historic Agreement Between Government Of India And NSCN-IM

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PM Modi and his colleagues along with "NSCN-IM" General Secretary, Thuingalen Muivah and other Naga leaders.


Shri Rajnath Singhji, Home Minister 


Shri Muivah and all senior leaders of the National Socialist Council of Nagaland. 

My warm greetings to all those present here today on this historic occasion! 

I wish that Shri Isak Swu, who played a leading role in reaching this agreement, was present today. He could not be here because of poor health. I wish him speedy recovery. Just as his contribution to this agreement has been huge, his guidance will remain crucial in the times ahead. 

The Naga political issue had lingered for six decades, taking a huge toll on generations of our people. 

I sincerely thank Shri Isak Swu, Shri Muivah and other Naga leaders for their wisdom and courage, for their efforts and cooperation, which has resulted in this historic agreement. 

I have the deepest admiration for the great Naga people for their extraordinary support to the peace efforts. I compliment the National Socialist Council of Nagaland for maintaining the ceasefire agreement for nearly two decades, with a sense of honour that defines the great Naga people. 

My relationship with the North East has been deep. I have travelled to Nagaland on many occasions. I have been deeply impressed by the rich and diverse culture and the unique way of life of the Naga people. It makes not only our nation, but also the world a more beautiful place. 

The Naga courage and commitment are legendary. Equally, they represent the highest levels of humanism. Their system of village administration and grass-root democracy should be an inspiration for the rest of the country. 

The respect for the infirm and elders, the status of women in society, sensitivity to Mother Nature, and the emphasis on social equality is a natural way of Naga life. These are values that should constitute the foundation of the society that we all seek. 

Unfortunately, the Naga problem has taken so long to resolve because we did not understand each other. It is a legacy of the British Rule. The colonial rulers had, by design, kept the Nagas isolated and insulated. They propagated terrible myths about Nagas in the rest of the country. They deliberately suppressed the reality that the Nagas were an extremely evolved society. They also spread negative ideas about the rest of India amongst Naga people. This was part of the well known policy of divide and rule of the colonial rulers.

It is one of the tragedies of Independent India that we have lived with this legacy. There were not many like Mahatma Gandhi, who loved the Naga people and was sensitive to their sentiments. We have continued to look at each other through the prism of false perceptions and old prejudices. The result was that connectivity between Nagaland and the rest of India remained weak across this divide. Economic development and progress in Nagaland remained modest; and, durable peace was elusive.

Since becoming Prime Minister last year, peace, security and economic transformation of North East has been amongst my highest priorities. It is also at the heart of my foreign policy, especially the ‘Act East’ Policy.

I have been deeply concerned about resolving the Naga issue. Soon after entering office, I appointed an interlocutor for talks with the Naga leaders, who not only understood the Naga people as also their aspirations and expectations, but has great affection and respect for them.

Given the importance of this initiative, I asked my office to supervise these talks; and I personally kept in touch with the progress. I want to especially thank my senior colleague, Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singhji, whose support and advice was invaluable in bringing us here today.

Today’s agreement is a shining example of what we can achieve when we deal with each other in a spirit of equality and respect, trust and confidence; when we seek to understand concerns and try to address aspirations; when we leave the path of dispute and take the high road of dialogue. It is a lesson and an inspiration in our troubled world.

Today, we mark not merely the end of a problem, but the beginning of a new future. We will not only try to heal wounds and resolve problems, but also be your partner as you restore your pride and prestige.

Today, to the leaders and the people of Nagaland, I say this: You will not only build a bright future for Nagaland, but your talents, traditions and efforts will also contribute to making the nation stronger, more secure, more inclusive and more prosperous. You are also the guardians of our eastern frontiers and our gateway to the world beyond.

Equally, the rest of the nation will join you in shaping a future of dignity, opportunity and prosperity for the Naga people.

Today, as you begin a new glorious chapter with a sense of pride, self-confidence and self-respect, I join the nation in saluting you and conveying our good wishes to the Naga people.

Thank you.


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Lost A Friend And Gained A Mission

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This story is about a girl I knew from my childhood. Someone, who taught me a life long lesson. We were the best of friends in high school. On a cold winter day she left for her native place to spend her Christmas holidays along with her family. With slight tears in our eyes, we hugged and bid farewell hesitating not to show her how alone I felt inside. As the holiday passed we started hearing stories of heavy military operations in her native area.

Every day we heard news of civilians being killed and women being raped and every night I went to bed praying for her safety. And as days passed things started to calm, but there was no news about her whereabouts. The days passed and eventually our school resumed classes. In my best uniform I dressed and awaited her arrival but the gates closed and she was nowhere at sight.

Time passed swiftly, I studied hard and for a moment it felt like memories about her were fading. Though at times I used to wonder what could have happened to her. After my studies, I cleared the civil service exams and joined as an SDO to a remote area near the state border. As I was touring on my newly posted region, out of the blue some heavily armed Naga Armies halted my car and requested if they could hop in. Having no other option I said yes and inquired where they wanted to go.

The sergeant said that their commander wanted to meet me so that they could sort out any misunderstandings between them and my administration. Having no other option I headed with them to a nearby village. After leaving my car and the driver behind, we headed towards the headman’s house. There were around twenty fully armed cadres spread out around the compound watching the different roads that lead to the village.

The sergeant guided me to the room where the commander was. Expecting an old man, I was shocked to see that their commander was non other than my old friend Akali. Still brilliant and lovely as before but with an air of strength and detachment. She was equally shocked to see me and to know that i was working for the Government. After the awkward meeting we were relaxed and back to our friendly old selves. We spoke of ordinary affairs like how life as a revolutionary was, how my career was progressing, whether I was married or not, etc.

Since I was anxious, I asked her why she had to join the struggle where life was a risk at every turn. She looked at me compassionately and told me a story of agony. In spite of her dad being in Civil Service, they had to endure a lot, and the harassment and torture her family had to face lead to the death of her father and brother as they succumbed to the injury inflicted, as a result of military operations conducted by the Indian Army.

In a way she was thankful that she had not been raped or had to go through the pain and the hardships unlike the others as she spoke fluent Hindi and English and in a way that helped the Indian Army in translating the local dialect and made use of her as a guide. Unfortunately for her, the Government which employed her father was of no help and the toll it took of her father`s demise killed her mom instantly as well. Within a week of her father's demise her mother passed away.

Coming from a family of patriots she felt that it was time to give her bit to the Nation and thus she enrolled. She trained hard and was now a 2nd Lieutenant in the Naga Army, and was commanding a whole platoon. After a few formal discussions we spent the rest of the day chatting about the past until my time for departure neared. I felt sad that i had to leave but was proud as well, for she was fighting for something worthwhile as a true daughter of the soil.

We shooked hands, and in conviction asked her if she considered me as a foe but she smiled and replied “the invader is not the one with the INSAS but can disguise itself in the form of aid, knowledge, culture and alliance as well” so as Nagas we must learn their traits to combat them more effectively in order to break this chains that binds and misguide us. So be true in what you do, in the best of your abilities and work hard for your people.

With that bit of advice we parted our ways never to see each other again as she breathed her last during a confrontation with the Indian Armed Forces in the midst of a prominent uprising. Her cognizance made me reminisce and I as a Naga promised to myself that i would try my best to uplift and help our people and provide any assistance that can be availed under my Administration.


KUKNALIM

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Invite All Friends To Facebook Page In A Single Click - 2015

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Facebook is a vital platform to make an online presence for your business or to communicate with your potential clients. But it is not an easy task to make your page grow and retain a generous amount of followers. One crucial task is to send invitations to people in your friend list manually. It is not only difficult but time consuming as well. In this post we will learn how to invite all your friends to like your Facebook page in a single click. In order to carry out the assigned task follow this simple steps.

1. First of all, open your Google Chrome web browser. If you don`t have Google Chrome download it here and install it in your Laptop or PC. Next click the drop down menu located in the top right hand corner of the browser and click "Settings".


2. Now select "Extensions" from the second row of the four options displayed on the right hand top corner, next click the "Get more extension" button at the bottom left hand side.


3. From the search box at the top right, type "Invite All Friends 2.0" press enter, and click "Add to Chrome" from the selected extension i.e. "Invite All Friends 2.0 Facebook".


4. A pop up window will appear at the top, Click the "Add Extension" button.


5. Alternatively add "Facebook Invite All" extension following the same procedure mentioned above.


6. Now log in to your Facebook account, go to your page and click "Invite friends to like this Page" button at the right hand side of your page.


7. A pop up window will appear displaying the people in your friend list, now click the two arrow icons displayed in the right hand top corner of your page, first you need to click the left arrow after that the right arrow. This will automatically select all your friends, it might take a minute or two so wait patiently.


8. Once all your friends are selected a pop up notification will appear, you will need to click the close button.


9. Now click the "Send invites" button at the bottom left, and that will automatically send invitations to all your friends to like your page.


N.B. - By default the Limit is 500-750 friends at a time, so you need to repeat this process a couple of times until all your friends are invited.

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Naga Army Blues

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I would like to remain anonymous but I have a brother who is in the Naga Army. I was very young when my brother not content watching the atrocities committed in Nagalim joined the movement for a free and united Nagalim. Throughout the years till the Ceasefire he served his calling to his utmost abilities.

And after that he had to retire due to ill health and his inability to serve to the fullest. Now he is married and runs a small business in the outskirts of our village. Whenever I go home I love to sit by the fire listening to his stories of life in the jungles. Though he is very reluctant to talk about all that he saw he does like to tell tales of the humorous side of living in the jungles.

He told me once that he was assigned to supervise some newcomers when he was in the Alee Command of the Naga Army. Since the boys were in a new place and were not familiar to the customs in a foreign land he had to keep them near so in the evening he took them out to dinner with him. As they had to reach an eatery on the 10th floor of a building he decided to take the elevator.

But at the entrance his boys hesitated, and then one by one they saluted and said “Sir Bhitor tey ahibo paribo” and entered much to the amazement of locals nearby. The point being his boys had travelled by foot and boat for more than a month and had never seen an elevator in their lives so they thought they were entering a room.

He also loved to talk about his time when he was assigned a unit near the Bangladesh-Myanmar border. It was so remote and isolated that the women there wore nothing above their waists and lived much like our forefathers. When they arrived there first they had a hard time talking to the people there looking them in the eyes for about a month until they got used to it. He had many tales about this far off place.

But the stories I loved most were his stories of how things were back home in Nagalim. He told us how the villagers used to pray for their safety and always shared what little they had with the Naga Army. Even when they went around the village to get a cup of rice from each household for rations he said women used to pray for them and give them dry meat/fish and eggs though they never asked for it.

He told me that he will never forget an old widow who lived in the outskirts of a village and how she used to always greet them with such joy and offered them everything she had and treated all the boys like her own children. One day when the Indian Army arrived suddenly they had to hide outside the village and the old widow was the only one who would hide rice on herself and pretend to be crazy and come and give them food. The Indians never suspected anything and so my brother and the rest of his unit ate even when surrounded by the enemy.

Of course he has shared many more stories of his life fighting for the nation but maybe another day. I wanted to tell this today because I see our Naga people forgetting what previous generations did and endured but never gave up on their belief of a free and united Nagalim and it saddens me that many younger people don’t even know where they stand and are so confused. No matter what you think of those who lead our quest for independence today let us remember that it is the principle that endures not individuals.

KUKNALIM

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Among Millions

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D.J Threnody as he is known by his stage name is an imminent emcee with a slick and savvy artistry in rapping. He recalls listening to his first joint at the age of nine while coming home from school. Fascinated by the impact he began to learn and explore the genre. At a gala event he was pitched to perform his first show and the firm response he got from the audience inspired him to elevate his pursuit further.

Sharpening his niche and intent in his will, he released his debut "Among Millions". The song is based on a young man striving on his calling despite the treachery and the treason being thrown at him. In the half past three minute joint Threnody flows infinitely and steals every attention of the listeners with his mind-boggling delivery and hard hitting punchlines. Proving his critics that he stands out in the crowd when it comes to displaying his skills.



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Winds Of Change

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When I was very young, I was very fortunate to be with my maternal uncle during my vacations. Being a legislator in the state Government, I had the freedom of traveling with him on his tours and travel. The fact i really recall is his way of dealing with the people around him. In his entourage, there were all kinds of people and one truth I learned from him was how to treat people around us. To him everyone was equal. He mingled and blended with them even in the most tiring circumstances and shared joys and miseries as well. He treated everyone as a friend (though in my case I got the odd dressing down from time to time). On tour in the district, people always had easy access to share various issues with him and he listened to everyone no matter how absurd some demands were and after careful study he tried to address each problem in a wise and just way. I also noticed that whenever he visited our home he never came along with any escort (can you imagine this happening these days). Whenever he stayed for holidays, we went fishing and hunting, and did all his tasks without relying on his entourage.When my father was posted in Kohima, he used to visit our house often along with his wife and daughter generally without any convoy. I assume he had faith in his people who had elected him and as long as he was sincere and did his job honestly for the welfare of his people he was fearful of no one. We must remember that this was a time when the conflict for self-determination of the Nagas was at its peak. My uncle and many like him were honest, upright and dedicated for the welfare of the Nagas so even the nationalists did not consider them, as threat thus had no reason to object.

Nagaland in those days was full of stalwart leaders on both sides of the political divide. They stood with the people and did their duties with no iota of vanity. Coming back to the present we can compare and see the changes that have taken place. I leave it to the readers to judge for yourselves the pros and cons. Though I will not pick names, I would again like to narrate a tale that I experienced in my maturity.

Once a friend of mine (though I hardly think he will remain very chummy after he reads this) was bound to go on a tour and asked me to accompany him. I was elated to say the least because he was mid-level officer of the govt. I felt it was an honor that someone of his stature could persuade a lowly unemployed person like me. As the tour began we were usually surrounded by his escorts. Being curious, I asked him why we were under security and why he needed protection round the clock. I also asked him whether it was because he had enemies out to harm him. His answer was that although he had no one to fear he kept guards because everyone had them and thus it was a matter prestige. When we arrived at a village in his imported SUV surrounded by gun totting in police vehicles we were pleasantly surprised. The villagers were delighted at the arrival of the VIP and threw a large celebration hoping that his visit would, better improve their lot. The next day he made impressive speeches and handed over all of these to his P.S who in turn put it on ice. While on the next stage of tour he commented the necessity of visiting his constituency whom he felt were idiots and basti wallahs and that any promises he made to them although the implemental was another thing. Since I was his guest, we both ate our meals alone that was especially made and delivered for him alone. His bodyguards and the rest of his entourage made do with whatever was available. He treated the people around him with the utmost of contempt.He even refused to sleep under the same roof of his subordinates. The way he acted in a way that hit at the heart of our peoples was the last straw. And I begged leave and left a very disillusioned man.

The big problem is that this is becoming more and more common. Nagas who were known for their humility and truthfulness are now a dying breed. Instead today we have a society where the rich and powerful look down upon their fellow Nagas and on the other hand most Nagas consider politicians, bureaucrats and other high-level officers of the government as thieves ,unworthy to be called Nagas as they take whatever little we get from India.

In the many years that have passed since my uncle passed away, I have seen that Nagas have become more materialistic. Even in the nationalist setups, the ideologies have been set aside and now wealth is king. If this trend goes on then one day truly but surely the Nagas will be divided into castes where the rich and powerful with their Indianised mentality of haves and have not, making them all pompous and arrogant where money becomes king and power the right-hand man. Though change itself is not a bad thing, sometimes we also must remember what it means to be a real Naga.

Most changes are good for society to progress, but the rise of an Indian mentality amongst the rich is sad. The society is always on the move, it is up to us in which direction we go.

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King Chilli And Its Affinity With Naga National Movement

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"Raja Mircha" as it is commonly known in Nagamese, holds so much significance for us Nagas. It is called by many different names in our diverse dialects but that is not all. This humble fruit has also played a part in our journey for Nationhood. Though there are many stories related to this seasoning. I would like to share with you a tale narrated to me by friends who have played a part on our journey to self determination.
Once a lady Naga Army went shopping for vegetables to the market in Dhaka. As she was looking through the wares displayed she was pleasantly surprised to see one of our favourite spices on sale. Curious she asked where they came from and what it was called in Bangla. What the vendor replied surprised and made her proud. It seems in Bangladesh it is known as Naga Morish and is brought from a town called Ali Kadam in the Chittagong hill tracks.
On further inquiries, it was found that this place was called the Alee Command Headquarters in erstwhile east Pakistan. Through time, Alee Command evolved into Ali Kadam. Nevertheless when she inquired who these Nagas were, he said Nagas were a group of warriors from a distant place and were fighting with India for an independent homeland.
And since they bought this chilli to Bangladesh and introduced it to the people of the area it was called Naga Morish and also because Nagas could be as deadly as the chilli named after them that even the Pakistani Army had great respect for their fighting prowess.

Regardless of the authenticity of the story one fact cannot be denied and that is in our quest for a free and united Nagalim, we have gone places and made an impact both good and bad and for that we the present generation will be eternally grateful.
Kuknalim.

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Christmas In Naini Jail

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Naini, Allahabad, is a very oppressive place in the middle of India. Especially for us hill people, we miss the cool breeze and the frosty chill of the night where we would snuggle under our blanket. In reality, the heat was so strong that if we kept an uncooked egg outside, then by evening it would get grilled. This was not all, every day the prison guards taunted us and insulted our religion whether Christian or Muslim. If we tried to protest, the warders locked us up in our single cells. Later they would take us out one by one and thrash us with long bamboo poles called lathis until we begged for mercy.

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Each of us were confined in a single cell 5x15 feet, in it we had to eat, sleep, bathe and answer nature`s call. Each day we were allowed to go out for an hour to exercise in pairs. If I was lucky then my partner would be a senior leader whose words gave me the courage to carry on despite all the difficulties.

As each day passed, frustrations of being cooped up alone in a cell began to take a toll on our patience. One-day two elders got into a tiff over a game of chess. It may seem hilarious now but at that time, it was a sign of our frayed state of mind. If elders were in the verge of losing it then you can't imagine the impact of the daily psychological torture that was being meted out to us.

It is impossible to recount each and every instance of this daily harassment but I’ll try to recount some. There were two loudspeakers on each end of the corridor where we were confined. In the morning at five o' clock they would blast songs like,

Vande Mataram and Jana Gana Mana. If you were not found standing in front of your cell for any reason you would be bought out threatened with a lathi, and forced to sing Vade Mataram standing in attention. After that, the day would pass getting our eardrums manhandled by the constant blaring of the speakers with songs of Indian devotion and patriotism.

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The food was nothing to write home about, for breakfast, lunch and dinner we had a pound of half-burnt chapattis each, some watery stuff with lentil bits floating on it and the specialty of the day a mushy and unidentifiable green edible called "Chaurahi" in their local dialect. This was our menu all three times of the day. It was the same day in and day out, except for two pieces of eggs a week, a lump of ghee on wednesday and on special occasions like government and religious holidays we would be given meat or fish.

In the beginning, every Sunday, families of the authorities in Allahabad came to look at these strange creatures called aatankwadis from the fringes of Indian occupied Kashmir and Nagaland. The kids would point towards the bearded Kashmiris and gawk at them saying “ Itne bade bade dari”  Then it was the turn of the Nagas, being bare chested as it was hot and short we came for special ridicule.

They pointed gleefully at us and said” Yeh toh bunduron jey sahe lagte hain “. This went on for weeks until at last, a brave comrade could not stand it any longer and the next time as soon as the families with their kids entered, he stripped naked and stood in front of the gate of his cell in all his naked glory. And glorious it was because even if we were in shackles we could defy our oppressors and as a result, these so-called Babus didn`t bring anyone anymore for the rest of our stay in Naini Central Jail.

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Solve Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Issue In Blogger

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The code Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE may usually appear if you copy & paste contents from MS Word into your blog posts directly. MS Word contains unwanted formatting which may cause this kind of problem in blog posts.

If MS Word is the suspected cause of the problem it is suggested to:

Copy and paste the text from MS Word into "Notepad" - which by default will remove the unwanted formatting.
For Mac you can use textedit instead.
Then copy and paste the text from "Notepad/Textedit" into your blog post.

Or you can manually format the post from blogger and than publish it.

In order to remove the format manually, follow the instructions given below.


•Log in to your Blogger Account and select the post you want to format.



•Click the edit button and that will bring you to compose mode.


•With your mouse cursor select all or alternatively press crtl+a from your keyboard, that should select everything.


•Now click the "t with the red x" icon i.e. the "Remove Format" tool at the top right hand side of the menu.


•That should remove the unwanted formatting. Click publish to save your changes.

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How To Add A New Admin In Facebook Page

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Managing a Facebook page can be quite stressful at times, even more if it is an outstanding one which demands constant online presence. Gladly this obstacle can be solved if you are ready to work in teams and assign individuals with different task and responsibilities to carry out your social activities for an effective result.

If you are an admin of a Facebook page you can add different persons as Admin/Content Creator/Editor etc according to the way you want them to manage your page.In this post we will learn how to add a new admin to your Facebook page. To be added as an administrator the concerned person must like the page first. Once the said person have liked the particular page, follow the steps instructed below.

1. Log in to your Facebook account.


2. On the left side of your home page, the pages column will be on display. Choose the page you want to execute your course of action.


3. Click settings at the top of your page.


4. Click page roles in the left column of your page.


5. If the person is your Facebook friend, begin typing their name and select them from the list that appears or alternatively type the email of the person you wish to assign.


6. Choose the role you wish to assign and select it from the dropdown menu.


7. Click "Save" to apply your changes.


8. A pop up window will appear and you will be required to enter your password. Enter your password and click submit.


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