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Assaulted for Questioning...

Here is a case for tit for tat, when an independent member of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly, from the Baghmara constituency, Samuel Sangma, files a counter FIR, against a villager. The villager identified as Akang Marak, raised the question and allegation against the legislative member, that he had done nothing for the development of the constituency. The legislator instead of replying, physically assaulted the villager. According to the complain of the villager, one person who was with him, was also assaulted by the legislator. The legislator said he had gone for taking part in a festival and was pushed by a person, who was seemingly intoxicated.

It seems however that legislators are now involved in brawls and not only debate, which would certainly not be conducive, to built up an atmosphere, between the electors and the elected, in the run up to the 2018 elections.

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KHNAM shed Tears

It was an unprecedented drama, within the four walls of a legislative council, that happened in the Khasi Hills District Council, as the Khun Hynniewtrep National Awakening Movement member (KHNAM), broke-down and shed tears, as his no con-fidence motion against the ruling Peoples Democratic Forum (PDF) led by, P.N. Syiem, was rejected by the Council Chairman L.G. Nongsiej, which got the support of only six opposition, belonging to the United Democratic Party (UDP), Six members of the Congress did not say yes or no. Albert Nongrum openly wept and had to be consoled by the Chief Executive Member and leader of the House, P.N. Syiem.

The no-confidence relate for non withdrawal of rule 128 allowing non-tribals in participating in the District Council elections, appointment of agents for issuing labour licence and issuing of illegal trading license.

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Is Meghalaya Congress facing an erosion?

The Meghalaya Congress, while the rains are still in sway, is facing erosion, which include stalwarts and veteran leaders, such as Rowell Lyngdoh, Prestone Tynsong, who basically are not against the principle of the party, but of the way and manner the party chief and also Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, had sidelined the trusted lieutenants of the party.

It seems that these leaders and followers, would sail in another political boat under the flagship of the National Peoples Party (NPP).

Former Deputy Chief Minister Rowell Lyngdoh, recalled that if the All India Congress Committee would have changed its attitude and also the party leader, since 2015-16, the party would have been united and stronger, specially before the ensuing polls, bringing in much more better results. His concluding line however, has still a shimmering hope for the Congress, that “the people still love the Congress Party, but not the leadership”.

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MeCL protest entered third day

The protest by the casual workers of the Meghalaya Energy Corporation Ltd (MeCL) entered third day. Over1200 regular casual workers of the MeCL participated in their ongoing peaceful agitation during lunch time. The protest is seen in various parts of Meghalaya including Shillong, Umiam, Kyrdemkulai, Jowai, Khliehriat, Tura, Phulbari, Ampati, Baghmara, Garobadha, Mendipathar, Nongstoin, Mairang and Mawkyrwat. The MeECL workers are protesting against the illegal contract being framed by the management which they have refused to sign as it clashes with many labour laws regarding working conditions, wages, and benefits. 

The worker said the contract does not have provisions for PF, ESI Health Benefit, Bonus, Gratuity, Earned Leave, Overtime etc., which are mandatory in all employment contracts. 

The workers previously have written petitions to the management expressing about their grievances but till date the management continues to counter the workers through legal norms which prompt the workers to go on strike.

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PDF unveil its Symbol

The People’s Democratic Party (PDF) has finally unveiled its “Candle” symbol ahead of the 2018 Assembly elections. Earlier this month the Election Commission has released the symbol for the PDF on 3rd October while party was informed early on 9th October. 

The party has also allowed Independent candidates to use candle as their symbol in the constituencies where the party does not field candidates. The unveiling of the election symbol of the PDF was attended by the party MDCs, ticket aspirants, and members.  “With the allotment of a symbol to the PDF, our party now is complete,” said the party President Ivanlum Marbaniang during the function at the party’s office in Nongrim Hills locality. The general secretary of the party, Auspicious Lyngdoh, said the manifesto of the party is being put together and experts as well as youth are involved in the process.

Lyngdoh also informed the gathering that the candidates will be announced once the election committee is formed. As of now the party is in the process of forming the district committees and election committee whose duty is to decide on the candidates.  The party is confident to feild candidates in all the 36 seats of Khasi-Jaintia Hills and also try to influence in the Garo Hills where the region constitute of 24 seats.

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Mock Drill on Search and Rescue

The Meghalaya State Disaster Management Authority Shillong on observance of International Day for Disaster Reduction today organised ‘Mock Drill on Search and Rescue’ at Shillong Law College in the presence of team from State Disaster Response Force (SDRF).

The mock drill was participated by volunteer from Red Cross Shillong and students from Shillong Law College in order to create awareness on preparedness on disaster occurrence.  During the mock exercise observation were made with regard to the response time, communication flow, coordination and skills were carefully observe by the emergency support functionaries so as to identify the gaps and mistakes for rectification such loopholes in the rescue process. The whole exercise of evacuation, search, and rescue of persons trapped inside the buildings and providing first aid treatment and later shifted through ambulances to hospitals were also displayed. The SDRF officer Willy Nonglang clearly explained the audience regarding the precaution on saving life and initiated the rescue process via dialogue to the rescue teams. He added that such mock drill will help us know better where we can improve in the field of rescuing during such calamities. The drill will help us prepare to face future disasters and he urged all the participants to teach and spread the message of safety to others.

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Hollywood New Releases

Blade Runner 2049- 6th October 2017

Lead roles- Ryan Gosling, Ana de Armas, Jared Leto & Mackenzie Dav Directed by Denis Villeneuve.

The Mountain Between us- 6th October 2017

Lead roles-Idris Elba, Kate Winslet & Dermot Mulroney Directed by Hany-Abu-Assad

The Snowman 17 October 2017

Lead roles- Michael Fassbender, Rebecca Furguson & Charlotte Gainsbourg Directed by Tomas Alfredson

Jigsaw 28 October 2017

Lead roles- Laura Vandervoort, Tobin Bell & Mandela Van Peebles Directed by Taika Waititi

Geostorm- 20 October 2017

Lead roles- Gerard Butler, Jim Sturgess, Abbie Cornish & Alexandra Maria Lara Directed by Dean Devlin

BOX OFFICE REVIEW:

Movie “It” based on Stephen King's novel is all about a nightmarish clown which is becoming the latest horror movie to bolster, shattering numerous records and setting a new bar for horror films with the opening of $123.1 million in North America and $185 million globally by far the biggest launch ever for the genre. So, It's record-breaking debut came at an opportune time for any movie in the horror genre and the largest September opening of all-time.

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BOLLYWOOD New Releases

Chef- 6th October 2017

Lead roles-Saif Ali Khan and Padmapriya Janakiraman Directed by Raja Krishna Menon

Julie 2- 6th October 2017

Lead role- Rai Laxmi & Ravi Kishan Directed by Deepak Shivdasani

Secret Superstar- 19th October 2017

Lead roles- Aamir Khan & Zaira Wasim Directed by Advait Chandan

Vishawaroopam 2- 18th October 2017

Lead role-Kamal Haasan, Rahul Bose & Pooja Kumar Directed by Kamal Haasan

Golmaal Again- 20th October 2017

Lead roles- Ajay Devgan and Parineeti Chopra Directed by Rohit Shetty 

Box office Review:

Mission China released on 8th September 2017 is a big budget Assamese Film spending ` 2 Crore and it took almost two and a half years to complete. The film has been a huge box office hit. It is said that the daily collection of Mission China is more than that of blockbusters movie like Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Bahubali, giving the Assamese film Industry a new direction and new dream. The film was showcased for more than 200 times in a day in Assam and also hit the box office at Mumbai, Pune, Delhi and Bangalore.