Cops Raid Bypass Garages, Seal 16

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BRING HOME PEACE OF MIND Supreme Court petitioned to order West Bengal and Sikkim to keep Cops raid Bypass garages, seal 16 NH31-A free of bandhs and strikes OP BHANDARI WANTS CENTRE TO OWN UP TO ITS a NOW REPORT RESPONSIBILITY TOWARDS SIKKIM’S ONLY LIFELINE COMBINED ASSAULT OF POLICE AND DISTRICT ADMN TARGETS ‘ILLEGAL’ OPERATIONS Darjeeling Joint Action Fo- GANGTOK, 01 August: In a NOW REPORT rum in the list of respondents. a major crackdown on busi- GANGTOK, 01 August: A The case seeks to end the nesses being run without valid Police suspect garages of providing safe haven to on the run criminals writ petition [civil] filed in the nuisance of bandhs called on the licenses and permissions, While garages have been is not allowed. In other cases, Supreme Court recently has whims of local outfits in West Sikkim Police today raided running at Indira Bye-Pass for establishments with a licence prayed for the Court to pass an Bengal and sometimes targeted and sealed 16 garages and quite some time now, so much to operate a garage had also in- order on the Union Ministries solely at blockading Sikkim. motor-parts shops operating so that the area is known as corporated motor-parts shops in of Home and Surface Transport The petition begins with on the Indira Bye-Pass with- Garage Para locally, some, in- their premises. and also to the State of West a complaint against the “apa- out any valid documents to form sources, had been opened One OC Khan was ar- Bengal to ensure that National thy” on the part of the re- support their operations. Two about 4 to 6 months back. rested today for encouraging Highway 31-A is kept open at spondents who, it alleges, are individuals, one for hiring Apart from establishments child labour. He had three all times for traffic to and from not taking appropriate action child labour, were also ar- which could not produce any minors working at his garage. Sikkim and to see to it that during bandhs and strikes to rested and fourteen others documents authorizing the While speaking to NOW!, bandhs and blockades on por- keep passage clear on NH taken in for questioning. business, also sealed today Additional SP, Tashi Wangyal, tions of the national highway 31A for Sikkim. A Sadar Police team led by were garages and shops oper- informed that the raids were in West Bengal do not disrupt Introducing himself as a their OC, Palden Bhutia, started ating on sub-leased licenses. being conducted as part of a connectivity for Sikkim. social worker, Mr. Bhandari the raids at around 2 pm and the During the raid, some shop- joint drive taken up by the The writ petition, filed by argues that development and process of verification and seal- keepers claimed that their li- Sadar Police, traffic police and OP Bhandari with Vinay Garg smooth progress of landlocked ing continued for about 3 hours. censes were in the process of the district administration. as his legal counsel, was sub- Sikkim, with the NH31A as its There are about 17 garages in either being renewed or issued “We have been receiving mitted in the Supreme Court only link to the outside world, the area and a similar number by the UD&HD. In some cases, many complaints from the lo- ANOTHER ONE SEALED: Gangtok Sadar Thana personnel seal a motor parts shop at about two weeks ago and was being held hostage by the of motor parts shops. Given a person with a licence to set cals of the neighboring areas, Indira Bypass for operating on subleased licence, something that is illegal in Sikkim. The apart from listing the above- frequent bandhs on this these figures, nearly half of the up on garage had branched out as well as information from three-hour crackdown sealed 16 shops, two garages for operating without a valid licence named agencies as respond- stretch. Everything from tour- outlets were locked out today. to more establishments, which turn to pg3 and 14 for running subleased businesses. ents, has also included the ism, trade, commerce and in- State of Sikkim, the Ministry dustry were negatively im- ragtime by PANKAJ THAPA East U-17 soccer of Defence and Sikkim- turn to pg2 Sikkim Police in Shahid Cup finals, again tourney reaches While Sikkim Police Sikkim Police coach in- qtr fnl stage a NOW REPORT Cops on to shady deals striker, Lokesh Lamichaney, formed that the Sikkim Po- a NOW REPORT GANGTOK, 01 August: scored two goals, Suman lice team has been participat- at Divya Electronics Sikkim Police has made it to Dewan scored once. ing in the Shahid Cup for the GANGTOK, 01 August: the finals of the Shahid Cup Sikkim Police had reached past 4 years. It has made it to The last pre-quarter final match of East District Inter- NAYABAZAAR POLICE ARRESTS Football Tournament at the semifinals after beating the finals thrice and has lifted PROPRIETOR FOR FRAUD Kalimpong. BSF, Kadamtala, 3-2. Gampo the Cup on the last two oc- school Football Tournament for U-17 Boys was played Tax, Finance Department, In the semifinal match Bhutia, Suman Dewan and casions. The team and its a NOW REPORT played yesterday, Sikkim Po- Lokesh Lamichaney scored a supporters are looking for- today between Tashi Jorethang. lice thrashed the team from goal each. ward to a hattrick when the Namgyal Academy and GANGTOK, 01 August: A Investigations into the Goom Jorebungalow, Thupten Rapgyal Bhutia, final is played on 03 August, Pabyuk Secondary School case of cheating and fraud case have revealed that the Darjeeling, 3-0. DSO [East and North] cum Mr. Bhutia added. here at Guards Ground. has been detected by the Central Bank of India, TNA won the match two Sikkim Police in the west Nayabazaar Branch, in one of goals to nil and reached the district town of Nayabazaar. its loan schemes had ap- quarter-final of the tourna- The case actually pertains to pointed Divya Electronics as ment. Loden Lepcha and siphoning of loans by an an authorised outlet from DGP Tenzing is one of the masses now... Palzor Lepcha, scored a goal “agent” of the Central Bank where the public could pur- each for TNA. of India, Nayabazaar branch chase electronic goods after ...remembers the professional policing of last elections as his proudest moment A total of 45 schools from the with the actual fraud taking availing loans from the bank. east district participated in the place at Jorethang. The ac- Under this scheme people the office to CM Ravindran new incumbent, Mr. Tenzing a NOW REPORT tournament, which commenced cused, Bal Badra Thatal, 40, are given loans by the bank at Police Headquarters here. said, “I have laid a peaceful on 25 July and was played at has an electronic goods shop for the purchase of electronic GANGTOK, 01 August: Speaking on his tenure as foundation and now, as the eight venues in the district. at Jorethang called “Divya goods from shops authorised “Now I have become an Aam the DGP, Mr. Tenzing said, trade route is scheduled to The other seven teams in Electronics” named after his by the bank and the instal- Janata but I thank all my of- “The perception of my tenure open and as Sikkim is becom- the quarter-finals are Rhenock wife which deals in televi- ments deducted from the in- ficers for giving me full co- as the DGP would be in the ing a prominent tourist desti- SSS, St. Xavier’s School, sion sets, refrigerators, etc. dividual’s bank account. The operation and support during way Sikkim Police handled the nation, it will be the responsi- Ranipool SSS, Central He is also employed as a loan forms are brought by the my 2 years and 9 months as last general elections. The po- bility of DGP CM Ravindran Contd on pg3 driver with the Commercial turn to pg4 the DG of Police here. I have licing, with the tremendous to carry on with the efficient been in the Police for 35 years support and coordination of all and proper policing and work and 5 months and I appeal to my officers, stood up to the towards the future. All my best all my officers to continue challenge and managed to wishes are with him.” with the same support and maintain peace. The elections Mr. Ravindran, the eighth cooperation that you have were over-shadowed by com- DGP for Sikkim, while speak- given me with CM munal disharmony and vio- ing on his future challenges re- Ravindran, the new DGP. I lence, but the way the men garding the security aspects of LIC Housing Finance Ltd. also wish him all the best in conducted themselves, com- Sikkim said, “We are the most all that he does as the DGP of mitted only to justice and serv- peaceful state in the country and Gangtok Area Office Sikkim.” DGP TN Tenzing, ice is what I shall always cher- we shall remain that way. The who retired yesterday, today ish about my tenure,” he said. people have now started antici- Offers handed over formal charge of On the task ahead for the turn to pg3 PERSONAL LOAN GHISING ON GLOBAL WARMING State Bank of India for our EXISTING CUSTOMERS* (condition apply) “Earth is heating up because the planets With Rate of Interest are merging into the Sun!” CAR LOAN Owners should hike phenomenon of global warm- Mr. Ghising’s address wages and earn some ing and became privy to in- started routinely enough. Loan up to 90% of cost of vehicle. *condition apply karma while they can formation that has escaped “The US and Japanese Longer re-payment period of 07 years. 7.5%* since estates will dry even scientists who governments along Low interest rate. up in 15 years and they have been studying with their scientists No processing fee. (Monthly Reducing Simple Rate of Interest) will be reborn as the problem for more have taken global insects... than a decade now. warming very seri- Free personal accidental death Note: Home Loans available for Plot/Duplex Houses of Bengal Speaking at the ously but the Indian BIRENDRA SHANDILYA insurance. Capitol Hall here on Government has not Sanction in one day. Ambuja Project at Uttorayon Township, Siliguri. DARJEELING, 01 August: Sunday, the DGHC yet reacted. So it is my With the GNLF supremo Chairman, in an ex- duty to make Hill peo- 0.25% interest concession for Govt. Contact: Subhash Ghising for a re- tended and inspired ple aware of this ris- employees with check-off facility. source person, an audience deliberation on global ing problem as the LIC HOUSING FINANCE LTD. comprising of representa- warming expounded Hills too will not es- IMMEDAITELY CONTACT: Near Ayurvedic Hospital, Gairigaon, tives from the tea estates, cin- that planet earth was warm- cape this phenomenon,” pro- Bhaskar Darnal- 94341 51288 chona plantations and offi- ing up because the planets of claimed Mr. Ghising. P.T. Bhutia- 94343 57921 Tadong, NH31A, Gangtok cials of the forest department the solar system were merg- And then began the edu- Promod Singh- 94343 84572 (Ph.No.: 03592-270648, 232830) got a fresh insight into the ing into the Sun. turn to pg2 2; NOW!; 02 August, 2005 NEWSSCAN Supreme Court petitioned to order Alternative Energy Sources West Bengal and Sikkim to keep for the Future World NH31-A free of bandhs and strikes NOW! states establish such a council First With The News DEVDAS RAMGOPAL, a utilisation is limited to the us- has also depleted fossil fuel [bio-diesel contains less than Contd from pg1 which could then recommend Scientist [Plant Breed- age in thermal power stations reserves drastically and the 24 ppm sulphur]. Bio-diesel pacted by bandhs just as na- some policy decisions to pre- ing], with the National and running trains. search is on for alternatives has physical properties very tional security and law & or- vent future blockages in future. Police Day In Gangtok Research Centre for FOSSIL FUELS: Fuels ex- as fuels. Alternative fuels similar to conventional diesel. der concerns of a border state The Union of India, listed People are the most comfortable when cops are in the Orchids [Indian Council tracted from crude shell oil have been always a choice of How is Bio-diesel made? were being compromised. as a respondent in a similar writ background. That, however, is not always true for Sikkim. of Agricultural Re- like petroleum, kerosene, tar debate at college levels and The pretreated oils and fats are The National Highways filed with the High Court of This edition of the paper, for example, has news on the search], Pakyong, are the examples. These en- researchable issue for tech- chemically reacted with an al- police force ranging from sports to raids to farewells, and Act, 1956, the petition points Sikkim earlier, has already delves into why the ergy sources changed the nological institutes. cohol [methanol is the usual now, also an editorial. Khaki generally inspires more dis- out, entrusts Central and/ or clarified that bandhs and strikes world needs to look at face of modern motor indus- I. BIO-DIESEL: Bio-diesel choice] and a catalyst, usually comfort than security because just about every business State governments with the are a subject matter which fall alternative sources of try to reach peak levels and is a domestically produced sodium or potassium hydrox- activity operates on the borderline of legality, not only in responsibility of managing under the jurisdiction of indi- Sikkim, but in most parts of the country. The police, which energy and shares made human social life fuel that can be manufactured ide to produce chemical com- traffic on the highways. In viduals states. The petition has is authorized to investigate and take cognizance of details on some alter- easier. Fossil fuels originate from vegetable oils, animal pounds known as fatty acid fact, Section 8B of the Act however argued that the re- misdemeanors makes people uncomfortable because the natives that are already from organic carbon material fats, or recycled greases. In methyl esters. Bio-diesel can provides for imprisonment of sponsibility of the keeping the moment they start digging, something ‘illegal’ will turn available that was deposited few mil- the past decade, bio-diesel has be extracted from trees like up to 5 years and fine or both highway open for traffic. up. The Garage Para raid is one such example. It was lion years back and had un- gained worldwide popularity Pongamia and Jatropa produc- for those who disrupt traffic Tired with mere assur- obvious from the beginning that these shops were run- ver since the Indus der gone series of chemical as an alternative energy ing oil rich seeds, which come ning on slim documents. They were operating in contra- on the national highway or ances from West Bengal and trial Revolution changes like pyrolysis, etc. source because of its many up well in barren lands. vention of many laws and it is surprising that the Labour make it less safe for traveling. the ever looming threat of started, humans have HYDROPOWER: One of benefits. It operates well in a Bio-diesel fuel market Department was not involved in the joint operation which E The Act is also clear in record- bandhs from even minor po- been dependant on carbon- the cleanest types of current conventional diesel engine demand made space for police, traffic police and district adminis- ing that the duty to check that litical players of the neigh- tration. Labour Department is after all responsible to based sources of energy to fuel energy, as well as being re- with very few or no engine The use of bio-diesel has no hindrance is caused to free bouring region, the Sikkim- monitor the inflow of all labour force in the State. One their economies and make newable, this one utilises the modifications, and can also be grown dramatically during the flow of traffic on the high- Darjeeling Joint Action Fo- won’t be surprised if this Department, which remains ig- their lives easier and more hydrologic cycle but can used in a blend with conven- last few years in many coun- ways lies with the Central rum’s recent threats to block- norant of NHPC’s labour intake did not even bother to comfortable. Unfortunately, in damage local ecosystems and tional diesel. And, the cost is tries. The Energy Policy Act and/ or State governments or ade Sikkim being a more re- check whether its jurisdiction extended to the garages at doing so, there have been sev- has high initial costs. competitive; diesel blends of was amended by the Energy Indira Bypass. One cannot fault today’s police action, but with an authority appointed cent example, the petitioner eral unforeseen side effects on SOLAR ENERGY: Perhaps 20 per cent bio-diesel with 80 Conservation Reauthorization one cannot also deny that Garage Para grew out of hand for the same by the Centre. has prayed that the Supreme global environment. the cleanest current form of per cent petroleum diesel Act of 1998 in US to include because the other concerned authorities were not doing After enumerating the Court issue a “writ, direction Economically, there is a energy, comes from sunlight [B20] can generally be used bio-diesel fuel use as a way their jobs till now. problems forced on to Sikkim or order in the nature of In what appears to have been a Police Day in Gangtok, need to seek new and renew- and is renewable, but is too ex- in unmodified diesel engines. for federal, state, and public due to the vagaries of the po- Mandamus directing the re- the evening saw the cops make routine checks of hotels able sources of energy be- pensive to use in power plants. Bio-diesel can also be used in utility fleets to meet require- litical situation in neighbour- spondents to take all effective in the capital. Five teams fanned Gangtok and checked cause the traditional sources NUCLEAR POWER: Cur- its pure form [B100], but it re- ments for using alternative ing West Bengal, the petitions steps to ensure that the Na- hotels. They were obviously on the lookout for instances are depleting fast and also rently one of the most finan- quires certain engine modifi- fuels. That amendment stresses that despite every tional Highway 31-A is kept of establishments encouraging prostitution. No arrests impacting the environment in cially efficient types of energy, cations to avoid maintenance started the sharp increase in were made, but the message was made clear – the po- State’s “duty” to protect the clear for inflow and outflow a negative way. Fossil fuels this one can produce large and performance problems. the number of bio-diesel us- lice was no longer comfortable ignoring this racket in the interests of other states, West of Sikkim bound passengers have been greatly affecting amounts of energy by splitting At present bio-diesel used ers, which now include the hotels. Prostitution is not new to Sikkim and is not a re- Bengal has taken an apathetic during the period of bandhs.” and damaging our planet. atoms [fission], but also pro- throughout Europe in a wide US Postal Service and the US cent phenomenon, but its scale and percolation has seen view towards the people of The Central Government, a major spurt in the recent past. Prostitution remains a Levels of carbon dioxide and duces radioactive material and range of diesel vehicles, gen- Departments of Defense, En- Sikkim in as much as guaran- the petition argues, cannot social issue and nothing bears this out more than the other greenhouse gases have can lead to damaging mishaps. erators, and marine vessels. ergy and Agriculture. teeing them free passage on a “throw its burden on the State fact that while arrests and crackdowns are common news, increased greatly in our at- FUSION: Perhaps one of the What is Bio-diesel? Techni- In 1996, a German truck national highway is concerned. Government by saying that one seldom hears of convictions. Since the society, by mosphere, leading to global most powerful and important cally, bio-diesel is methyl ester. traveled 1.25 million Admitting that the West law and order is the problem way of NGOs or support groups, is showing no signs of warming and damaging many fuels of the future. This is It is formed by removing the kilometers with bio-diesel Bengal Chief Minister has of the State Government” and getting involved, and because the problem cannot be left ecosystems and types of life combining of hydrogen at- glycerol molecule from vegeta- winning Guinness record. In ignored, the police drive is well advised. It at least rings time and again accepted the adds that it is the duty of the at both micro and macro level. oms and releasing massive ble oil in the form of glycerin. India, Indian Railways in col- out a message and because the first checks were con- problems posed for Sikkim by Central Government to “have Eventually, this could threaten amounts of clean energy, cur- Once the glycerin is removed laboration with IOC [Indian ducted during off-season, it will also not scare the tour- frequent blockades on its only proper coordination with the the sustainability of humans rently powering stars such as from the oil, the remaining Oil Corporation] planted these ists. One hopes the message gets across and corrective lifeline, the neighbouring State Government to prevent measures are taken by the hotels and by social groups and other life on earth, the the sun is the example. molecules are similar to diesel trees on tracks of some loca- State has done nothing con- any disruption of free move- so that Khaki can again withdraw into the background. only living planet in this uni- By end of 2000, fossil fuel fuel. The bio-diesel molecules tions to extract the bio-diesel crete to solve the problem yet, ment of traffic on NH 31A.” verse. Thus, it is important to reserves on the planet had are very simple hydrocarbon covering 500 ha. In year 2002, the petition alleges. The petition has also compare all types of energy, dwindled to 20 per cent of chains, containing no sulfur, Shatabdi Express from New Highlighting that under prayed for an order on Sikkim- in order to determine the best their original size. There are ring molecules or aromatics as- Delhi to Amritsur ran on bio- DGP Tenzing is one of the masses now... Article 263 of the Constitution, Darjeeling Joint Action Forum ones, economically and envi- a few alternative fuels, like sociated with fossil fuels. Bio- diesel. Farmers in Madhya Contd from pg1 major arrangements were im- the President is empowered to to desist from resorting to ronmentally, short term and bio-diesel, electricity, hydro- diesel is made up of almost 10 Pradesh stated using bio-die- pating problems related to the mediately required since trade establish a council to look into strikes or bandhs which di- long term. All the available gen, methane, CPG, p-series, per cent oxygen, making it a sel with farm machineries with opening of the trade route and will be conducted locally. inter-state matters, the petition rectly or indirectly affect free different types of energies are ethanol, solar, wind, etc., naturally ‘oxygenated’ fuel. out any modifications. In fu- Sikkim sharing its borders with “As the trade route devel- also suggests that the two flow of traffic on NH31A. listed below. which can ensure for our bet- Just like diesel, bio-diesel ture, its demand is expected to Nepal and Bhutan and Maoist ops, we shall keep on upgrad- COAL: A cheap form of en- ter future with less damage operates in compression-igni- reach peak levels by creating infiltration. As of now the peo- ing our infrastructure and man- ergy and the first source of en- to environment. These alter- tion engines. Bio-diesel can a lot of additional employment ple need not worry as the police power. We also appeal to all ergy for initial industrial devel- native fuels have been gain- provide the same payload ca- opportunities to farmers in the is equipped and prepared men- organizations, political organi- UNITED COLORS OF BENETTON opment. Typically, coal is a ing popularity in the recent pacity as diesel. The use of farm sector turning into agro tally to handle the maintenance zations, the government and the M.G. MARG, GANGTOK combustible rock that is found past all over the world and bio-diesel decreases the solid industrial business options. of law and order in the state. We local gentry for their support in the Earth crust, but artifi- have got attention at both carbon fraction of particulate BIO-DIESEL BENEFITS shall carry on with the good and cooperation in all the works cially it can be prepared from national and international matter since the oxygen in Scientists believe carbon works because we have an ex- that we carry out,” he said. wood. It is non-renewable and forums because of the bio-diesel enables more com- dioxide is one of the main cellent band of officers. As DGP, Senior police officers from Summer Sale causes pollution and global present harsh global crisis for plete combustion to CO and greenhouse gases contributing my first priority will be to take all the four districts were also 2 warming. Now, the maximum fuels. Rapid industrialisation reduces the sulfate fraction turn to pg3 care of the welfare of all police present for the handing over cer- begins from personnel starting from the con- emony. Mr. Tenzing also planted stables to our officers.” saplings in front of the Police WEATHER GANGTOK & SURROUNDING As for the Nathula trade, Headquarters where the guard MAX TEMP: 23.3 Degree Celsius Rainfall: 16.2 20.07.2005 Mr. Ravindran said that no present arms in his honour. MIN TEMP: 18.7 Degree Celsius Relative humidity: 93% RAJDHANI

DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS GHISING ON GLOBAL WARMING Sherpa students GOVERNMENT OF SIKKIM thus increasing the tempera- dry papads ultimately,” Contd from pg1 ture of Earth by another 10 stated Mr. Ghising. GANGTOK cation. degree Celcius,” he added. Mr. Ghising also had a form association No. 7435/SYA/2005 Dt. 29/07/2005 The maverick leader of the As per Mr. Ghising’s cal- remedy for the Hills, albeit some ex-students of the col- was being taught in some gov- a NOW REPORT Hills attributed Global Warm- culations, in a few months only temporary. lege. The meeting decided to ernment schools up to primary CASH AWARD FOR MERITORIUS ing to the fact that all the 9 time, temperatures in Delhi’ “The tea gardens should GANGTOK, 01 Aug: The name the association, ‘Akhil level, it was still on the brink planets of the solar system will shoot up to 60 degrees. plant Nebara, mango, rubber Sherpa students of Sikkim Sikkim Sherpa Vidhyarthi extinction here. They further SPORTSPERSONS were merging into the sun - “It will be difficult for the and banyan trees in between Government College, Sangh’ and pursue develop- said that the association would The Government of Sikkim has from where they had emerged, birds and insects to adjust to the tea bushes instead of the Tadong, today finalized the ment and promotion of mainly concentrate on the de- he added - thus increasing the this high temperature and they Siris. These trees are heat formation of a Sherpa Stu- Sherpa language as its main velopment and preservation of constituted cash award for the Medal temperature of the Sun. Pro- will just drop down dead,” resistant. Mango orchards dent’s Association. aim. The language, the Sangh their language. Winner in various sports competitions, claiming earth to be 1,49,980 prophesied Mr. Ghising. should replace orange plan- The meeting co-ordinated informs, is on the verge of It was further decided that SYA National Award and International years old, Mr. Ghising an- From astronomy, Mr. tations in the Hills and rub- by Dorji Sherpa and extinction in Sikkim. the election of the executive level in various sports. Disciplines as nounced that in the next 15 Ghising moved on to astrology. ber should replace cin- Dhendup Sherpa of SGC was Speaking to NOW!, Mr. members of the association years, the temperature on According to him, in 2009 chona,” he advised. attended by a large number Dorji and Dhendup informed will be held in the next meet- notified and enshrined in the notification earth would become unbear- planet “Rahu” would merge Addressing the repre- of Sherpa students, including that though Sherpa language ing, to be held shortly. No. 6483/SYA/03 dated 15/07/2003 able hot and that all plants and back into the Sun followed by sentatives from the tea es- under the Department of Sports & Youth insects would perish. planet “Ketu”; 2019 would tates, Mr. Ghising called on According to Mr. Ghising, witness the merger of “Ulka” them to get in touch with the Affairs, Government of Sikkim. The Venus had merged with the and in the year 2026 planet plantation owners to increase MISSING copies of Notification have been Sun in the year 2003; Pluto “Brahmri” would merge with the recent Rs. 2.50 per diem circulated to all the State Association. in 2004 followed by Mars. the Sun; Lastly Jupiter which hike in labour wages to some- RAHIMA KHATOON daughter of Md. Samsul This had increased the tem- has been maintaining its dis- thing more substantial. Haque, resident of Dewnia More, Tari Jote, It is hereby notified that all claims for perature on Earth’s surface tance thus far, would also Why? P.O. New Rangia, P.S. Matigara, Sub- award of cash incentive under the by 5 degrees Celcius. merge back. This would re- “After 15 years all the Tea Division, Dist.- Darjeeling is missing from the scheme by the eligible sportsperson “On the 18th of July, sult in an accumulated in- Estates will dry up anyway. house of Mr. Robin Kishore Bhattrai of Sichey 2005, exactly at 5:15 pm, crease of 25 degrees Celcius. This is the only time the own- must be made in prescribed form before Saturn merged with the Sun, “The planets are actually ers have in hand to earn some Police Quarter (Band Section) since 10 5 August 2005. on their present orbits just on good karma by increasing February 2005. TO CONTACT NOW! DIAL deputation and will finally wages,” Mr. Ghising ex- Name- Rahima Khatoon For further details the eligible merge back into the Sun. plained. The tea estate man- Height- 4ft approx. sportspersons may contact the 271167 Since global warming is not agements should also think of Complexion- Black with Brush-cut hair undersigned. in the purview of the Indian a bigger hike to avoid being If anybody found or seen her anywhere please sd/- 9434339053 Constitution or the IPC, In- born as insects and birds in 9832369520 dia cannot escape. Even the their next life, Mr. Ghising contact nearest Police Outpost or call Mr. [KARMA YOUGYAL] 9832332049 politicians sitting smugly in added. Insects and birds will Raghu at- 9832322966 or Mr. Bhattrai at- Joint Director 9832323401 Delhi not bothered by this die first if Mr. Ghising’s pre- 9832317977, 9832389397, 232315 Department of Sports & Youth Affairs. phenomenon will become dictions come true, remember? NEWSSCAN 02 August, 2005; NOW! 3 Karatekas battle NOW! CLASSIFIEDS Dahal speaks for inclusion of State OBCs in central list at national JOB OPPORTUNITY UNLIMITED EARNING OP- at Soreng, Gelling SS PORTUNITY [20 vacancy] conference of Commission for Backward Classes with MNC as a Insurance Ad- visor. Age- 20-55 yrs. Qualifi- cluded in the State OBC list, ties of the state as Backward quested the NCBC and the of Backward Classes based a NOW REPORT comes out strongest cation- Class 12 passed. Con- should also be included in the Classes in Sikkim. The crite- Central Government to take on the degree of backward- tact: 9434103429 GANGTOK, 01 August: central OBC list, he stressed. ria of Mandal Commission into account the fact that in ness and apportioning a per- second place was taken by Chairperson, State Commis- Mr. Dahal, informs an Report may not, therefore, al- many other states, different centage of reservation appro- a NOW REPORT Deorali Government Girls SSS. WANTED IMMEDIATELY sion for Backward Classes, IPR Press release, was speak- ways cover in full the pecu- Nepali ethnic castes have priately to each category. The The Association team is at FRESH GRADUATES for GANGTOK, 01 August: The Direct Marketing. Salary- Rs. MB Dahal, has urged the ing at the 3rd Conference of liar Sikkimese social structure been generalized as ‘Nepalis’ idea of providing reservation present preparing for the first State-level Karate Cham- 1500/- + commission & Asian Invitational Karate National Commission of Central and State Commis- based on the three ethnic or ‘Gorkhas’ or ‘Gurkhas’ in Central educational insti- pionship concluded yesterday incentives. Contact: Sunil Backward Classes and the sions for Backward Classes, communities, he added. which automatically include tutions like IITs, IIMs, Law at Soreng Community Hall, Championship which to be Lama- 9832344666 Central Government to expe- held in Vigyan Bhavan, New He further stated that the among others, the Bahuns, Universities etc. was also held from 13-15 August at West Sikkim. Organized by the FOR SALE dite the process of inclusion Delhi on 27 July 2005. imbalance caused by the rec- the Chettris, the Newars and emphasized by Mr. Dahal, West District Karate-do Asso- Kringan, Salt Lake, Kolkata. of the Dewan community in He stressed that in view of ognition of the left-out com- the Sanyasis and have se- the release adds. 3-STORIED BUILDING with ciation, the two-day champi- Ground Floor completed at 5th the Central OBC list and take Sikkim having a totally differ- munities by the State Gov- cured recognition from the On 28 July, Mr. Dahal onship saw the participation of Mile, Tadong. Total area 50ft into account how some states ent historical and socio-eco- ernment as OBCs of the state Central Government as called on the Chairperson and 105 Karatekas from all over Cops raid Bypass X 40ft with lawn. Contact: have clubbed all Nepali eth- nomic background unlike on one hand and the denial OBCs of Central list and re- other members and Member the State in sixteen events. 94341-03690 nic castes as ‘Nepalis’or other States of the Indian Un- and uncertainty of a similar iterated for an early consid- Secretary of the National Com- garages, seal 16 While Milan Kumar Rai of PRIVATE GYPSY in good run- ‘Gurkhas’ [thereby including ion, it required special atten- status by the National Com- eration of the case of State mission to pursue the submis- Namchi SSS was adjudged the Contd from pg1 ning condition. Interested par- Newars, Bahuns, Chettris tion and deeper scrutiny of mission and the Central Gov- OBCs of Sikkim, handling sion tabled by him at the Con- Best Fighter in the boy’s cat- ties may contact at 201244 and Sanyasis in the same background as well as proper ernment on the other, has cre- this sensitive issue carefully. ference and repeated his re- egory, the honours in the girl’s confirmed sources, that many before 10 am and after 4 pm spectrum] and secured them application of Constitutional ated unnecessary unrest On the agenda being dis- quest for consideration of se- category went to Smita Rai of of these outlets were operating to check the condition of the recognition as OBCs. By that provisions incorporated in the among the concerned com- cussed, Mr. Dahal supported curing Central OBC status to Deorali Girls SSS. Smita, inci- illegally. We had also got cred- vehicle. virtue, these communities Article 371 F while declaring munities of the state. the suggestion of classifica- the State OBCs of Sikkim dentally, also received a certifi- ible information that this area WANTED from Sikkim, already in- castes, classes and communi- In this regard, he re- tion of Central and State list without any further delay. cate of excellence and cash and these outlets were becom- ARCHITECT full time. award of Rs. 2,000 and a track- ing hideaways for criminals on Minimum 2 years experience, suit, from the Chief Guest for the run from outside the State should be familiar with CAD East U-17 soccer tourney reaches qtr fnl stage the finals, South Zilla who found safe haven working & ACAD. Draughtsman, Kabi Endeavours anew Pandem will take on Lingdok Adhakshya, BM Rai. The spe- in the garages here. Complaints Junior Engineer for a Phurba D. Bhutia, Treasurer, also decided unanimously to Contd from pg1 registered architectural firm. a NOW REPORT SS. The other two quarter-fi- cial gesture of encouragement also suggested that this area was T. Topden, Advisor-in-chief, organize various awareness Contact:284408 / 94340- Pandem SSS, Modern SS, nal matches will be played on was in recognition of the gold becoming unsafe with eve-teas- KABI, 01 August: The An- S. Palzor, Advisor, T. campaigns in the villages of 67628 email- Pelong SS and Lingdok SS. 04 August. medal she bagged at the 19th ing and vandalism having be- nual General Meeting of the Tshering, Publicity Secretary, North Sikkim. [email protected] Tomorrow two quarter-fi- The first match will be National All India Karate Cham- come a common nuisance. It is Endeavours’ Organisation, a Rapden Bhutia, Gyatso The Treasurer also placed nal matches will be played. played between St. Xavier’s pionship held at Chennai, Tamil further known that these outlets 1.A SITE ENGINEER/ local NGO of Kabi North, Bhutia, Dhan Maya Tamang the annual accounts before the In first match Rhenock SSS School and Modern SS at Nadu from 24 to 30 April. were promoting child labour SUPERVISOR for big hotel was held on 28 July at the and Nim Tshering Sherpa. members and the meeting fo- project nearing completion will go up against Penlong SS Guards Ground and the others At the Soreng tourney, Gel- into this hazardous profession,” Kabi Loop Garden. The an- They have decided to or- cused on a need to work more in Gangtok. Should have at Guards Ground, while at match at Pangthang Ground be- ling Government Secondary he explained. nual report of the NGO and ganize the 59th Independ- effectively to fulfill the Govern- experience with finishings Pangthang Ground, Central tween Ranipool SSS and TNA. School, West Sikkim, lifted the The raid was also joined by its achievements was placed ence Day celebrations with a ment’s plans for the upliftment also. Ability to keep team championship, while the ADM [East], Tara Sampang, accounts an advantage. by the the General Secretary football tournament at Kabi of the general people through who scrutinized the scale of Contact: 97330 77824, T Dorjee, who then enumer- KGSS North. The members NGO participation. TO-LET encroachment by the garages, 94341 84085. ated the NGO’s future plans. Anthyesthi Kriya 2.AN ENGINEER for office GROUND FLOOR AREA many of which were operat- The meeting also elected The Anthyesthi Kriya of late Krishna Devi works, drawing, estimating, Bania, who left for her heavenly abode on measuring 1300sq.ft. suitable ing on the road itself. The the new executive body for Panihouse residents discuss benefits site visits etc. Knowledge 31 July 2005 falls on 12 August 2005. All for office/gym./ play station/ Traffic police also checked etc. with one attach toilet avail- of AutoCad preferred but 2005-2006 in President, K. of community participation family members, friends and well wishers the area for illegal parking and Dorjee, Vice President, Peltso able at Development Area. not essential. Please were discussed where stress are requested to join us in offering prayers Contact: 9434137158, challaned many vehicles. contact with T. Bhutia, General Secretary, a NOW REPORT was given on how measures for the departed soul on the said date at our 9434110063, 9434049506 “The increase in crime in resume.Contact: 94341- T. Dorjee, Joint Secretary, residence at Singtam Bazaar, East Sikkim. Gangtok area follows from 09719. GANGTOK, 01 August: The to maintain a clean surround- We also take this opportunity to thank all FOR SALE unchecked growth of such 20th annual meeting of Pani ing culd be implemented. The those who stood by us in our time of bereavement and re- MAHINDRA MAXX LX- businesses which mostly em- FOR SALE House SGSS was held on Sun- meeting also deliberated on gret our inability to do so individually. AUGUST 2002 model in good Alternative Energy day 31 July at the residence of youth development pro- K.B. Baniya [husband], Deepak, Rajen Bania [sons] running condition. Interested ploy people from outside the SK Pradhan at Pani House on gramme prospects and nurtur- & all family members. parties may contact: State. The contribution of such LAND FOR Sources... behalf of President CS Rai. ing of active interest in sports 9733023762. outlets to the rise in thefts and SALE Contd from pg2 Most of the senior mem- among the youth here. other petty crimes in the capi- TO LET/LEASE/RENT tal cannot be discounted,” Contact: 203040 to global warming. Neat bio- bers of Pani House SGSS The most engaging aspect Anthyesthi Kriya PRIVATE WELL FUR- added the Sadar Thana OC. diesel [100 per cent bio-diesel] were present along with the of the meeting was the inter- The Anthyesthi Kriya of late Nava Pradhan NISHED BUNGALOW All those involved will be LAND situated at 6th Mile, reduces carbon dioxide emis- local Panchayats. active session held between s/o. late Badri N. Pradhan, who left for his equipped with moder ameni- Tadong near Youth Hostel. challaned by the Police and sions by more than 75 per cent The welcome speech was the members of the Pani heavenly abode on 27 July 2005 falls on 8 ties including a garden and Area- 25,000 sq. ft. Contact: August 2005 [Monday]. All family mem- will be sent to court. The over petroleum diesel. Using a delivered by the General Sec- House SGSS and the Execu- parking space offering pri- 9434188033, 03592- 284584 bers, friends and well wishers are requested vacy at 5th Mile, Below Pet- documents seized will be blend of 20 per cent bio-diesel retary, Karan Pradhan, while tive Body of the Samiti where to join us in offering prayers for the departed rol Pump. Housing Staff avail- sent to the concerned depart- WANTED IMMEDIATELY reduces carbon dioxide emis- the President provided the the members quizzed the body soul on the said date at our residence at able on request. Contact: ments for scrutiny to detect MANAGER/ MARKETING sions by 15 per cent. Bio-die- gathering with the programme on the extent of work done Daragaon, Tadong. We also take this op- 94340-62934 incidents of misuse of gov- EXECUTIVE for Gangtok sel also produces fewer details and a detailed report with the monthly contribution portunity to thank all those who stood by us in our time of ernment issued licenses. based company. Post your particulate, carbon monoxide, of the work done through the raised from the community. bereavement and regret our inability to do so individually. resume an application at; The Police will further in- and sulfur dioxide emissions, year 2004 till July 2005. Prizes were also distrib- Manjushree Pradhan [mother], Karma Pradhan [brother], NOW! office, near Ayurvedic 25% OFF form all concerned depart- all targeted as public health During the meeting vari- uted among enthusiasts of the Jayshree Pradhan, Nancy Pradhan [sisters] & all family Clinic, Gairigaon, Tadong or ments like UD&HD and also contact: 9832082187, risks. Since bio-diesel can be ous points regarding sanita- arts, culture, sports and edu- members. Ph: 9733077341, 9832005989, 9832076779 FLAT ON turn to pg4 Power to look into the matter 9832374580 used in conventional diesel en- tion and garbage management FORMAL SHIRTS of illegal dumping of waste in gines, the renewable fuel can the area below Bye-Pass and SALES EXECUTIVE for Direct directly replace petroleum Ghewa also to put-up street lights Marketing. Minimum class Xth products; reducing the coun- th passed, walk in Eureka Kutse Shegu GHEWA of late Baidhya (Dr.) Tsewang Pakhrin of 16 STYLE here which are frequently try’s dependence on imported The Kutse Shegu of late Lakpa Doma Phampo, who left Frobes. Ltd. New Market. Mile, Kalimpong, who left for his heavenly abode on Hotel Golden Pagoda, vandalized or unmaintained oil. Bio-diesel offers safety ben- for her heavenly abode on 21 June 2005 falls on 8 August MG Marg, Gangtok For further details: 201527, 26.07.2005, falls on 12 September 2005. for a long time now. efits over petroleum diesel be- 2005. All family members, friends and well wishers are re- All family members, friends and well wishers are requested 9832033920 cause it is much less combusti- quested to join us in offering prayers for the departed soul to join us in offering prayers of the departed soul on the on the said date at our residence at Namok Busty, North th FOR SALE COMPAQ ble, with a flash point greater above date at our residence at 16 Mile, Kalimpong. Sikkim. We also take this opportunity to thank all those who WATER IS LIFE PRESSARIO SR1030 IL - P4, than 150°C, compared to 77°C We would also like to thank all those who stood by us in stood by us in our time of bereavement and regret our in- our hour of bereavement and regret our inability of thank 2.6 GHz, 128 MB RAM, 40GB for petroleum diesel. It is safe IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A FILTER? ability to do so individually. individually. YOU ARE THE FILTER? HDD, 1.44 MB FDD, 48X to handle, store, and transport. S. 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Ph: 203111 Nawang Yonda, Lhakpa Thendup [sons] [email protected]. 9832075869] 4; NOW!; 02 August, 2005 THEFINALONE Historytoday in Heard About Herd Mentality? 02nd August he grass on the other across the border and also are not given to doing things 1924: HITLER BECOMES FÜHRER side of the fence, they considering the herd mental- in halves. Holes, it seems say, always seems ity, how about including have also been created in the ith the death of German President Paul von T Hindenburg, Chancellor Adolf Hitler becomes ab greener. This metaphor, it grass in the list… anyway, hearts of teachers at MAHE W solute dictator of Germany under the title of Führer, seems, is applicable not only it’s just an idea. who are now reluctant to fill or “Leader.” The German army took an oath of allegiance to to human vanity but on such Herd mentality reminds us up the two vacancies. This its new commander-in-chief, and the last remnants of Ger- creatures which actually feed of Manipal; nerd mentality could develop into a very big many’s democratic government were dismantled to make way on grass. Yaks, either side of could be more appropriate. hole which will have to be for Hitler’s Third Reich. The Führer assured his people that the Chinese border around But college time is time for filled somehow to satisfy the the Third Reich would last for a thousand years, but Nazi the Nathula region, have nonsense and nuisance. 820 IAP which does not take it- Germany collapsed just 11 years later. been displaying their version self seriously. By early 1945, the British and Americans were closing in on Germany from the west, the Soviets from the east, and of vanity for quite sometime However, our opposition Hitler was holed up in a bunker under the chancellery in Ber- now. Some time back a herd political parties as well as lin awaiting defeat. On April 30, with the Soviets less than a of about 20 yaks “strayed” CITU could learn a thing or mile from his headquarters, Hitler committed suicide with Eva across to have a taste of Chi- two from the students at Braun, his mistress whom he married the night before. nese grass. In fact, they SMIMS. The one night Hitler left Germany devastated and at the mercy of the strayed so far infield that peo- dharna – more a one night Allies, who divided the country and made it a major battle- ple on the other side got hold physiotherapy colleges in the stand according to some eye field of Cold War conflict. His regime exterminated nearly of the herd and actually country and only 109 affili- witnesses – is worth more six millions Jews and an estimated 250,000 Gypsies in slaughtered a few for a grand ated to IAP, whatever that is. than all the action and press the Holocaust, and an indeterminable number of Slavs, feast. But they were gracious 109 is an uncomfortable releases of the parties. It also political dissidents, disabled persons, homosexuals, and others deemed unacceptable by the Nazi regime were sys- enough to send the rest of the number so to make it a whole, had an outcome which just tematically eliminated. The war Hitler unleashed upon herd back. Some time later a that is 110, the sacrifice has press releases cannot come Europe took even more lives—close to 20 million people herd of Chinese yak strutted to be made by SMIMS, out with. The state Congress killed in the USSR alone. Adolf Hitler is reviled as one of across the border into seems to be the apparent had a jamboree the same day. history’s greatest villains. Sikkim; our people here who logic. But the logic has cre- The party is in high spirits. came across the herd prob- ated holes other than the one The civil application con- 1990: IRAQ INVADES KUWAIT ably do not face such meat intended. One hole is with cerning the three uncontested t about 2 a.m. local time, Iraqi forces invade Kuwait, shortages as the communists the media which is now get- seats in the south district is Iraq’s tiny, oil-rich neighbor. Kuwait’s defense forces so there was no drooling for ting fed up of too much at- due to come up for hearing Awere rapidly overwhelmed, and those that were not yaksha. However, they did tention being demanded by in the Supreme Court this destroyed retreated to Saudi Arabia. The emir of Kuwait, his not send the herd back as is the BPT students; another week. Another concerning a family, and other government leaders fled to Saudi Arabia, and within hours Kuwait City had been captured and the Ira- the norm in such situations. hole has been made in the housing colony case is due qis had established a provincial government. By annexing It was only after frantic de- faculty of SMIMS with the for mid August and still an- Kuwait, Iraq gained control of 20 percent of the world’s oil mands made by the people “banishment” of two other concerning the defile- reserves and, for the first time, a substantial coastline on the who lost the herd to the au- Manipal teachers. The de- ment of Khecheopalri is due Persian Gulf. The same day, the United Nations Security thorities that the return jour- mand was that they be de- for the third week of August. Council unanimously denounced the invasion and demanded ney began. Considering the ported from Sikkim and not This is one party which gets Iraq’s immediate withdrawal from Kuwait. On August 6, the fact that the state is deciding just from the institution; ap- delirious with simple things. Security Council imposed a worldwide ban on trade with Iraq. on a list of items for trade parently the students there -OTIS On August 9, Operation Desert Shield, the American defense of Saudi Arabia, began as U.S. forces raced to You will travel a lot. Children provement in your business. AQUARIUS: This will be a Panihouse residents the Persian Gulf. Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, mean- will study well. Family life will Those due for a promotion relaxed day. Political life will while, built up his occupying army in Kuwait to about be smooth. Happiness will will receive it. You will have be the same as usual. Free discuss benefits of 300,000 troops. On November 29, the U.N. Security Coun- prevail. Do not take undue no troubles. flow of cash is indicated. community participation cil passed a resolution authorizing the use of force against advantage of your business SAGITTARIUS: You will be Those playing the stock mar- Iraq if it failed to withdraw by January 15, 1991. Hussein ARIES: Agency business will a misunderstanding among partners. Be careful in your successful. Business will be ket will do well. Litigation will Contd from pg3 refused to withdraw his forces from Kuwait, which he had be good. Long travel is indi- family members. Religious cash dealings. brisk. Encouraging communi- be postponed. You will have cation to encourage them for established as a province of Iraq, and some 700,000 al- cated. Free flow of cash is activities will increase. LIBRA: Income from specu- cation will be received. Loans a good understanding with lied troops, primarily American, gathered in the Middle East indicated. Export businesses LEO: This will be an encour- lation is indicated. Transac- will get cleared. Religious ac- your spouse. Auspicious future endeavours. to enforce the deadline. will pick up. Those with the aging day. You may tie up with tions in the stock market will tivities will give you mental sat- functions are indicated. Pro- Plans for the Independ- At 4:30 p.m. EST on January 16, 1991, Operation Desert film industry will have popu- a foreign firm to develop your ensure a steady cash flow. isfaction. Students will excel. fessionals will experience a ence Day were also dis- Storm, the massive U.S.-led offensive against Iraq, began larity and success in their new business. You may have Social status and popularity CAPRICORN: A long busi- change of place. cussed. The main attraction as the first fighter aircraft were launched from Saudi Arabia project. You may have skin problems with your brothers, will be maintained. Education ness trip is likely. You may PISCES: Business expan- of I-Day celebrations at Pani and off U.S. and British aircraft carriers in the Persian Gulf. problems. but the situation will improve will be successful. You may acquire new property. Politi- sion is indicated. Unneces- House is the badminton tour- All evening, aircraft from the U.S.-led military coalition TAURUS: You will save for a in time. Business partner- travel overseas. cians will have a good time. sary tension will be reduced. nament held at Balbir Bau pounded targets in and around Baghdad as the world new investment. You may ships will do better. SCORPIO: Do not take any Oil and petrol businesses will Encouraging business oppor- Ground. The tourney is watched the events transpire on television footage trans- acquire immovable property. VIRGO: Today will be a prof- risks in business because be profitable. Students will tunities will be there. Traders scheduled begin on 02 Au- mitted live via satellite from Iraq. Operation Desert Storm Book traders will have a diffi- itable day. You will be more they may lead to a financial receive encouraging news will profit. Education will be gust this year with the finals was conducted by an international coalition under the su- cult time. Factories may face inclined towards the spiritual. crisis. You will see slow im- from foreign universities. promising. preme command of U.S. General Norman Schwarzkopf and labour problems. Politicians slated for 15 August. featured forces from 32 nations, including Britain, Egypt, will receive good news from France, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. their seniors. Life will be fun. COMING UP SOON READY On February 24, a massive coalition ground offensive be- GEMINI: This will be an WITH FOR THE gan, and Iraq’s outdated and poorly supplied armed forces easygoing day. Petrol prices were rapidly overwhelmed. By the end of the day, the Iraqi will rise sharply. You may holi- NEW EXCLUSIVE NEW army had effectively folded, 10,000 of its troops were held as day, or seek amusement in DESIGNER SAREES! LOOK? prisoners, and a U.S. air base had been established deep cultural activities. India will AT: inside Iraq. After less than four days, Kuwait was liberated, have a respectable place and the majority of Iraq’s armed forces had either surren- among other countries. Stu- dered, retreated to Iraq, or been destroyed. IN VOGUE dents will have to work The world of fashion In the Persian Gulf War, 148 American soldiers were killed harder. and 457 wounded. The other allied nations suffered about CANCER: You will do better M.G. Marg, Near Raj 100 deaths combined during Operation Desert Storm. There in your career. Enterprise, Gangtok KRISHNA COMPANY are no official figures for the number of Iraqi casualties, but it Businesspersons will pick up Ph: 202210,94340-28473 NEW MARKET, GANGTOK is believed that at least 25,000 soldiers were killed and more new contracts. There may be than 75,000 were wounded, making it one of the most one- sided military conflicts in history. It is estimated that 100,000 Iraqi civilians died from wounds or from lack of adequate INDEPENDENCE DAY KNOCKOUT FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT- 2005 water, food, and medical supplies directly attributable to the Persian Gulf War. In the ensuing years, more than one FOR THE CENTENARY TROPHY million Iraqi civilians have died as a result of the continu- POOL-A POOL-B ing U.N. sanctions. FRIENDS XI RINGHIM YOUNG BLOOD 03.08.2005 / 01.00 PM 06.08.2005 / 01.00 PM Cops on to shady deals DC XI LACHEN

05.08.2005 / 03.00 PM PM 02.30 / 09.08.2005 07.08.2005 / 03.00 PM at Divya Electronics MSSS WHITE PRESIDENT XI the TV set. Thinking that her Contd from pg1 loan sanction was still pending, OLDISH POLICE WHITE proprietor, who, working as she went over to the bank to en- a middleman gets the forms quire and to her surprise learnt 05.08.2005 / 01.00 PM 02.08.2005 / 03.00 PM 11.08.2005 / 11.08.2005 02.30 PM filled up by the customer and that the bank had already sanc- POLICE RED PM 02.30 / 12.08.2005 ROYAL BROTHERS submits the same to the bank. tioned her loan and had also 07.08.2005 / 01.00 PM 04.08.2005 / 03.00 PM The Bank then sanctions started deducting the instal- UNITED [T. DRIVER] FINALFINAL SINGHIKPA the loan amount and pays the ments from her bank deposit. appointed shop which then When she came to know of this 15.08.2005 hands over the particular she filed a complaint with the DZONGU 03.00 PM MSSS BLACK electronic item to the cus- Nayabazaar police station on 30 02.08.2005 / 01.00 PM 04.08.2005 / 01.00 PM 13.08.2005 / 02.30 PM tomer. The instalments are July against Thatal who was ar- CHADNEY CHOICE PM /02.30 10.08.2005 L.D.T. KAZOR deducted by the bank on a rested by the Nayabazaar police 06.08.2005 / 03.00 PM monthly basis at source, that on 31 July and has been charged is, from the deposit that the under sections 420 of the IPC. HEALTH customer has with the bank. He is currently in police custody In this particular cheating at Nayabazaar thana. UNITED SINGHIK LACHUNG case which has come to light, However, the case is far 08.08.2005 / 01.00 PM 08.08.2005 /02.30 PM 03.08.2005 / 03.00 PM the customer, Chandrakumari from over as the police have not Bareilly, a resident of south written off involvement of oth- RINGHIM JHS NAMPRICK [DZONGU] Sikkim, had sought a loan of Rs. ers in what appears to be an 25,990 to purchase an Onida TV. embezzlement game that could NOTE: FIRST MATCH REPORTING TIME- 12.30 P.M. The paperwork was completed have conned more people. In- SECOND MATCH REPORTING TIME- 2.30 P.M. by Thatal and the loan amount vestigating agencies are expect- VENUE: MANGAN PUBLIC GROUND sanctioned. Though the loan was ing more people to come up ORG. BY: NORTH DISTRICT FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION sanctioned the woman was nei- with similar complaints once PRIZES: WINNERS [Rs. 15,000], RUNNERS [Rs. 7,500] WITH TROPHY ther intimated, nor handed over news of the arrest spread.

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