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Government holds tripartite talks with United Naga Council in Manipur

Manipur, Feb 21 (ANI): The 7th round of tripartite talks between the United Naga Council, Central Government and Manipur Government over the demand for an alternative arrangement for the Nagas of Manipur was held recently at Senapati district headquarters. The Centre's team was headed by joint secretary (Northeast) Shambhu Singh while UNC's 10-member delegation was led by its President L Adani. The State Government delegation included Rural Development Minister Francis Ngajokpa and Principal Secretary (Home) Dr Suresh Babu. The United Naga Council is the apex body of the Nagas in Manipur and has been demanding an alternative arrangement beyond the control of the Manipur government for the Nagas in the state. Feb 21, 2014
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Students protest after cabinet clears bill for Andhra Pradesh bifurcation

New Delhi, Feb 10 (ANI): Student supporters of a united Andhra Pradesh began a sit-in protest outside the residence of Congress leader from Andhra Pradesh, K Chiranjeevi, in New Delhi on Monday, after the cabinet cleared the bill for the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh. The Cabinet on Friday, during a special meeting, passed the bill for the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh for the creation of Telangana. An agitated student protester, Chaitanya, who poured kerosene on himself for immolation but was pushed aside by others claimed they have been fighting for the past several years and were ready to sacrifice their lives for the cause of a united Andhra. Feb 10, 2014
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The Making of the Nevanta Fashion Calendar March

March! The heat is on and we at Nevanta are going to make the temperature soar. Bollywood actress Hrishitaa Bhatt sets the month of fire with a strong picture. Dressed in a Riddhi and Siddhi tunic, Hrishitaa adds all the oomph needed to make our March interesting. Take a look at all that that went [...] Feb 1, 2014
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The Making of the Nevanta Fashion Calendar January

2014 is  here and we are celebrating it fashionably and how! The Nevanta celebrity-charity calendar is going to make your living room come alive with popular B’town celebs. And we start this fantastic year with the Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Yariyaan star Eveyln Sharma. Take a look at all that that went into getting [...] Jan 11, 2014
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Clashes between two militant outfits in Assam's Karbi Anglong displace over a thousand villagers

Assam, Jan 8 (ANI): Some 1,500 people, including women and children, from a dozen villages in Karbi Anglong, have taken shelter in relief camps set up in Shantipur, Silonijan and Chowkihola villages. They were forced to flee their homes after clashes erupted between two militant outfits- the Karbi People's Liberation Tigers (KPLT) and the Rengma Naga Hills Protection Force at Khowani village in Karbi Anglong. Jan 8, 2014
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Hornbill festival reflects the traditional and modern face of Nagaland

Kohima, Dec 19 (ANI): The 14th edition of the hornbill festival had a colorful start at Kisama Naga heritage village near the capital of Nagaland. During the festival 16 tribes of Nagaland presented their food, folk dances, music and other arts. The annual festival is celebrated to pay tribute to the hornbill, the most revered bird of the Nagas. It also encourages inter-tribal interaction and promotes the cultural heritage of Nagaland. The aim of this year's festival was also to promote entrepreneurship and attract investment to the state. Domestic and foreign tourists were thrilled to get a feel of the rich Naga culture. As a part of the festival, the Miss Nagaland contest was also held which witnessed the participation of 18 contestants representing every district of the state. Models walked down the ramp in different colourful outfits. Benjongmela Jamir received the coveted title of Miss Nagaland 2013. Dec 19, 2013
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7th annual Tamchon football tournament attracts many spectators in New Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 29 (ANI): The 7th Annual Tamchon Football tournament, a 15-day carnival of football and cultural extravaganza, was inaugurated on November 16 at Dr. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi. A total of 16 teams comprising of players from different northeastern states are participating in the tournament to promote peace, friendship and unity among the youth of the country. The event has been organized under the aegis of Tanghkul Naga Society Delhi with support from various government and private agencies. During the opening day ceremony, young artists from Tripura performed a harvest dance. Donny J from Assam enthralled the audience with his melodious voice. Later, choreography was also performed by Donny, along with his group. The main attraction on the opening day of the tournament was a match between Zeliangrong Football Club (ZFC) and SSPP (FC). Good skills complimented by intense competition between the teams were witnessed on the ground. Nov 29, 2013
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NAGA students union, Delhi (NSUD) celebrates its 50TH year in the national capital

New Delhi, Nov 4 (ANI): A large number of people of the Naga community from the northeast gathered at the TYAGARAJ complex to mark 50 years of living in Delhi. The main theme of the event, where pictures were put up, was "Pause, Rewind and Play". The NSUD was established in 1963. During the event, a group of students performed a harmony dance in their colorful attires and mesmerized the audience. 'Inspiration Awards' were also given to some Naga achievers in recognition of their work in different fields. Nov 4, 2013