Imphal Times Supplementary issue 2 Editorial BRICS : Building Responsive, Inclusive and Collective Solutions Imphal Saturday, October 8, 2016 By : Syed Mahmoud Nawaz beyond the original concept which forestall short-term liquidity global peace and security and The 8th BRICS Summit is set to take was envisioned for the financial pressures. undermine social and economic place in the middle of this month in markets. The idea to establish the Bank was confidence. They emphasized the Goa under the Chairmanship of Over the years BRICS has evolved proposed by during the need for a united global effort to Retreating credibility India. BRICS, grouping , in a phased and progressive manner, 4th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi combat terrorism in accordance with The air is thick with anticipation of the arriving festivals in this , India, and South thereby very meticulously in 2012. During the 6th BRICS Summit norms and principles of international State with a perennial presence of occasions for celebrations. Africa is a unique international strengthening its two main pillars: at Fortaleza (Brazil) all agreements law, including the UN Charter. That the people pour their hearts out in their celebrations might mechanism which has been playing (1) coordination in multilateral were signed by BRICS members and The leaders appreciated India’s very well be a manifestation of their frustrations and an important role in rebalancing forums, with a focus on economic in May 2015 Shri. K.V. Kamath from BRICS Chairpersonship and the hopelessness of the present situation. Wishes and messages of global influence thereby having and political governance and (2) India was appointed as the good pace of implementation and peace and harmony, not to positive effects on world economy cooperation between members. President of the New Development expansion of BRICS cooperation forget development and progress will be doled out to the public and politics. BRICS pushes for reforming the Bank with its headquarters in agenda and voiced their full support with unerring accuracy and seemingly empathic statements, both BRICS nations collectively account structures and forums of global Shanghai (China). The 7th BRICS for a successful hosting of the by the ruling leaders elected by the people, as well as by those for 43% of the world population, governance, especially in the Summit at Ufa (Russia) in July 2015 upcoming 8th BRICS Summit in Goa who have taken over the cause of fighting against the injustice with around 25% of the world’s total economic and financial fields – marked the entry into force of the under India’s Chairpersonship. They and independence of the people upon themselves. The ideologies, land area and close to 30 % of the International Monetary Fund, agreement on the NDB. also appreciated the strengthening have they been practiced as propagated, could have propelled GDP with around 17 % share in the World Bank, G-20 etc. There is Recently the Bank approved its first of people-to-people exchanges this small state into a league of its own, one which the rest of world trade. These five major special emphasis on the reforms of package of loans worth about $811 through organization of various the world would have looked up to for inspiration and guidance. emerging economies are looking for political institutions, such as the million. The four projects in Brazil, BRICS events across the cities and The reality that lay around us couldn’t be more different or ironic. their right place, in the global United Nations as well. China, and India are all provinces of India. In spite of so many patriots and pioneers of freedom and justice, economic and political stage, which Intra-BRICS cooperation has also in the renewable and green energy In New Delhi, External Affairs why is the common man in Manipur still could not live a decent befits their potential and been solidifying with a clear and development sphere. And to quote Minister, Smt. Sushma Swaraj while life? Why is efficiency and hard work not being regarded with capabilities. Their rising prominence broad agenda which has been the NDB spokesperson, ”There are sharing India’s plan of action during the same venerability as the ability to cozy up to power and will surely help in resolving global developed over the years. And this many more new projects in the BRICS Chairpersonship said, “We riches? Why is fear and violence being viewed as the preferred issues in a better way. includes areas such as finance, pipeline including projects from will adopt a five-pronged approach. mode of getting things done-for those who can, or profess to In 2001, in a research paper on agriculture, economy and trade, Russia. They are at various stages It will comprise of Institution have the power, to unleash them? What is the meaning of peace global economics titled ‘Building combating transnational crime, of consideration or appraisal”. Building, Implementation, and independence when the common people, far removed from Better Global Economic BRICs’ science and technology, health, “NDB signifies developing Integration, Innovation, and the company of the powerful government and the relentless which was published by Goldman education, corporate and academic countries’ coming of age; their Continuity with Consolidation”. insurgents, live in fear and uncertainty, deprived of their rightful Sachs, British economist Jim O’ Neill dialogue and security, among aspirations to stand on their own On the sidelines of the 8th BRICS stakes, their share of the benefits being utilized, albeit without coined and used the acronym others. The group is geared up to feet”, the spokesperson added. Summit, there will also be the BRICS- their consent or knowledge, by the bureaucrats and heads of ‘BRICs’ for the first time for four tackle challenges in the social, The , Shri. BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative departments as well as those fighting for independence to further rapidly developing economies- economic and environmental fields, had recently said, for Multi-Sectoral Technical and their professed cause of development, justice and independence? Brazil, Russia, India and China. and create new opportunities for the “BRICS acts as a vital pillar of hope Economic Cooperation) Outreach Why, despite the teeming guardians of truth and In 2006, Brazil, Russia, India and members of the BRICS group in for this world full of political Summit which will see leaders equality, the majority of the public is still reeling under injustice China began a regular informal different areas especially with an challenges, safety related from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and oppression? Is extortion and use of force- lethal force at diplomatic coordination initiative, eye on the 2030 Agenda for challenges and economic Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Thailand times a prerequisite for attainment of peace, freedom and with annual meetings of Foreign Sustainable Development. challenges”. joining the BRICS leaders. independence? How do these opposing forces, purportedly working Ministers at the margins of the BRICS as well as other emerging In September 2016, the BRICS Goa has been chosen as the venue towards the same goal, envisage the participation of the public General Debate of the UN General market economies and developing leaders met informally on the for the 8th BRICS Summit over many for which they are supposedly carrying out their pursuits when Assembly (UNGA). This countries do continue to face major margins of the G20 Summit in other places in India. Recently the the trust and empathy have all but evaporated into thin air? The successful interaction led to the financing constraints at times in Hangzhou, China and according to Chinese foreign Minister Mr. Wang frightened feelings and uncertainty of the people should be allayed decision that the dialogue was to addressing infrastructure gaps and a media note issued on this Yi paid a pre-summit visit to Goa. first. The present practice of holding a gun to the head of the be carried out at the level of Heads sustainable development needs. To occasion, the BRICS leaders After the visit, an impressed Mr. Yi public while enquiring their allegiance will not work in the long of State and Government in annual address these issues, BRICS has underlined the importance of further said, “Goa has a time honored run. The spawning of a breed of self-styled insurgents and Summits. The First BRIC Summit now under its belt, the New strengthening strategic partnership history, beautiful landscape, rich protectors of freedom and progress who are taking advantage was held in Yekaterinburg (Russia) Development Bank (NDB) which guided by principles of openness, resources and hardworking people of the naivety and unsure state of mind of the common public, in 2009. The depth and scope of the will mobilize resources for solidarity, equality, mutual and is one of the most developed while carrying on with extortion, demanding huge exacting dialogue among the Members of infrastructure and sustainable understanding, inclusiveness, states in India. Goa is small, but amounts as donations, and conniving with the powerful whose BRIC group – which became BRICS development projects in BRICS mutually beneficial cooperation. beautiful. I believe Goa is an epitome faults are conveniently overlooked as long as their purpose are in 2011 with the inclusion of South and other emerging and They also underlined the of the future and bright prospect of being served should be put to a complete halt. The Government Africa – kept on expanding from developing economies. And to importance of establishment of a India. I am sure the BRICS summit should cleanse itself to regain that dwindling confidence of the year to year. More than an acronym compliment the working of the just and equitable international will put Goa at an even bigger people. A new beginning is still possible. It is not lofty ideals or that identified countries emerging NDB, the grouping also has the order based on International law. stage”. poetic words that will win the hearts of the public. It is the cold in the international economic order, BRICS Contingent Reserve The BRICS leaders also strongly Now, the world awaits the ‘Goa hard facts of their deeds which will determine the outcome of BRICS became a new and promising Arrangement (CRA), with an initial condemned the heinous acts of Declaration’. their professed goals. political-diplomatic entity, far size of $100 billion, to help countries terrorism that continue to disrupt (Courtesy PIB Feature) More State news National & International News Sainik school Imphal 13-year-old Jain girl dies in Hyderabad after fasting for 68 days th Source NDTV Questions are being raised why fasting. They came and took selfies usually meant for elderly people, celebrates its 45 raising day Hyderabad, Oct 8: A 13-year-old girl they allowed her to give up school with her. Now some people are who have lived their life and want PIB DEFENCE, After sharing the memories and in Hyderabad died last week after and sit on a fast. pointing fingers at us for allowing renunciation. Imphal, Oct.8: Sainik School Imphal (SSI) experiences of their Sainik School days, fasting for 68 days as per Jain rituals ‘’It has been a practice for people her to fast for 68 days,” Aradhana’s ‘’There should never be any celebrated its 45th Raising Day with great they urged the school cadets to strive during the holy period of to undertake severe penance when grandfather, Manekchand element of force or coercion in zeal and enthusiasm on October 7. The for excellence, even in the smallest things ‘Chaumasa’. they give up even food and water. Samdhariya said. Aradhana was tapasya or fasting. This was a celebrations commenced with wreath one may indulge in. Taking note of the Aradhana, a class 8 student, was They are glorified, lauded and seen sitting dressed up like a bride, tragedy and we must learn our laying and floral tributes at the Martyrs’ progress and achievements of SSI, the admitted to the hospital just two honoured at community meetings surrounded by several others, on a lessons from it,’’ Maharasa Ravinder Pillar in the school, by the officers, staff, speakers profusely expressed their days after completing her fast where by the religious elders. They are grand chariot. Newspaper Muniji of Kachiguda Sthanak told alumni and senior cadets of the school. goodwill to their alma mater. To mark the she died of cardiac arrest, the family also showered with gifts. But in this advertisements issued after the girl newspersons. Child rights activist As a part of the celebrations, a variety occasion, a friendly volleyball match was said. case it was a minor and that is my completed the nearly 10-week-long Shanta Sinha says a police case entertainment programme was played between the team of Alumni At least 600 people attended objection,’’ said Lata Jain, a member fast show Telangana minister from must be registered and the child showcased by the school cadets at the Association and Sainik School Staff. Aradhana’s funeral hailing her as a of the community. ‘’This is suicide Secunderabad area, Padma Rao rights commission must take action. Manekshaw Auditorium. In his welcome address to the gathering, ‘bal tapasvi’. The funeral if not murder,’’ she added. Goud, was the chief guest at grand ‘’A minor is not deemed to have a On culmination of the variety SqnLdr KV SIjomon, Offg Principal procession was called a ‘shobha Sources close to the family said event for ‘Paarana’- the completion voluntary will to take decisions that entertainment program, Mr. L Ajit Singh, elucidated various achievements of the yatra’ - a mark of celebration. Aradhana had earlier undertaken a of fast. Zaheerabad lawmaker BB can endanger their life. Religious yesteryear Senior Master of the school, school in academics, sports and co- Aradhana’s family runs a jewellery similar fast for 41 days and survived. Patil is also seen in the photos of leaders also need to re-look at what and alumni Shri M Rajkumar IAS, curricular activities. He acknowledged business and has a shop in the Pot “We did not hide anything. the event. According to Jain should be allowed and what is not,” ShriRadhaVinod Sharma IAS and Mr. the efforts of past and present staff of Bazaar area of Secunderabad. Everyone knew Aradhana was religious leaders, Santhara is she said. Ibungochoubi-President of SSI Alumni the school. While appreciating the good Association, addressed the gathering. will and contributions of the alumni, he They complimented the school for urged all stake holders to continue to Kashmir unrest: Srinagar tense as 13-year-old dies after protests excelling in various fields of education. strive for the progress of the school. Courtesy HT of Srinagar. that Kashmir dispute remains at the The valley witnessed sporadic WHENEVER YOU SEE CONSONSONSTRTRTRUUUCTION AND Srinagar, Oct 8: The unrest in On Friday, authorities had imposed centre of the regional conflict, we protests and shutdown on the 91st MINING EQUIPMENTS, JUST THINK OF US Kashmir has claimed its 89th victim curfew in many parts of Srinagar appeal you to challenge the day on Friday of unrest which was with a young boy succumbing to including Khanyar, Rainawari, behaviour of Indian State in Jammu triggered by the killing of Hizbul A SOLUTION FOR EVERY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT head injuries late Friday night . He Nowhatta, Safakadal, Maharaj Gunj, Kashmir and urge it to stop this Mujahideen militant Burhan Wani had been injured after security Maisuma and Batamaloo.to thwart reign of terror. In the interests of on July 8. forces used tear gas shells and a protest march called by separatists regional peace and global justice Protests and clashes between youth pellet guns to break up a protest in towards United Nations office in the we once again implore you to and security forces were also Srinagar’s Saidpora area of the old city. intervene and prevail upon the reported in some areas in northern city earlier in the day. While police “The restrictions were also imposed Indian state to shun violence and districts of Bandipora and claim Junaid Ahmad was 13 years in Sonwar to prevent people from initiate processes for granting Baramulla. old, his family insists he was only marching towards UN office,” said universally recognised Right to The separatist leadership including 11. a police official. Self Determination to the people of Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar AAAutututomobile Engineering Worororkkks-1s-1s-1 Junaid was admitted to Sher-i- Vehicular and pedestrian movement Jammu and Kashmir,” the Farooq, Yasin Malik and Shabir R K WORKORKORKSHOP Kashmir Institute of Medical towards the UN office in Sonwar memorandum read. Shah continue to be either under New Checkon RRon oadoadoad, PurPur, ana Rajbari Sciences (SKIMS) in a serious was also restricted. Police and CRPF personnel set up house arrest or in custody. Imphal East, AFTER SALES SERVICE TO condition. Security forces swung into action roadblocks to prevent the The joint separatist leadership has ALL KINDS OF SPARE Manipur - 795 001 YOUR SATISFACTION PARTS AVAILABLE The situation in Srinagar continues after the hardline Hurriyat movement of people after extended the latest protest calendar to be tense ion Saturday with most Conference faction led by Syed Ali separatists urged people to move to October 13. They have urged Authorised dealer BEML Limited of the old city areas under curfew. Geelani mailed a memorandum to the en-masse towards the UN office students to organise day-long (A Government of India Mini Ratna Company under Ministry of Defence) Security forces fired tear gas shells United Nations Military Observer’s demanding right to self ‘Resistance Convention’ on on the funeral procession of the Group in India and Pakistan determination. Saturday. Letters, Feedback and Suggestions to ‘Imphal Times’ boy. 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