Split final ... inevitable #NSCN-IM :: Hanshi Ramsan chairs extra ordinary meet at Mt Horeb Camp ::: "Leadership at Hebron failed to take necessary steps as outlined by Muivah"- says Eastern Flank

High drama in #Naga #insurgency:  

#Nagas are called upon to "come and join"  for  #formation" of a unified national Govt 

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Split seems inevitable #NSCN-IM :: Hs #Ramsan chairs meet

"Leadership at #Hebron failed to take necessary steps as outlined by #Muivah"- says #EasternFlank

Hanshi Ramson: snap (internet) 

"In view of the threat to the sovereign existence of the Naga nation, the Extraordinary Joint Emergency Meeting of the Civil National Workers  and the Naga Army Officers of the National Socialist Council of Nagalim/Government of the People's Republic of Nagalim (NSCN/GPRN), Eastern Flank was convened and chaired by Lieut. Gen. Retd. Hs. Ramsan-VC on the 21St of July, 2026 at Mt. Horeb Camp," said a statement received in Delhi. 

Notably, in security-insurgency parlance, Mt. Horeb Camp most notably refers to the military/administrative camp of the "NSCN (IM) Eastern Flank" where an emergency meeting was held to declare a provisional government. 

The  Civil National  Workers  and the Naga Army  Officers  of the NSCN/GPRN, Eastern Flank resolved to renew the covenant with God: 

"Nagalim for Christ" and also 

.. uphold the Naga national principle for the sovereign existence of the Naga nation at all cost.

The meeting held that certain "expulsion orders" issued from the Hebron camp were part of a scheme to silence the veterans and facilitate compromise through a piecemeal solution. 

"The allegations levelled against them are entirely false and fabricated. 

In this matter, written   letters,   statements,   and  clariflcations   were   issued   to   the  concerned authorities and to the Naga public at large. 

Those who have surenderred and yielded to the pressure of the Government of India (Gol) have no right to expel/terminate those  who remain  steadfast  in  striving  for  the  sovereign  existence  of the  Naga nation, the statement said. 

The meeting also unequivocally condemned the  `Competencies'  submitted to the Gol by  the  leadership  of the NSCN/GPRN.  

In the  `Competencies'  the  right  for  the sovereign existence of the Naga nation is compromised and surrendered within the Union/Constitution of India, it said.

The  Competencies'  are also violation of the party's manifesto chapter X (a), which declares :

"we stand for  the  unquestionable  right  Of the  Naga  people  over  every  inch of Nagalim wherever it may be and admit of no other existence whatever. 

" The meeting also stated that the `Competencies'  are violation of the Preamble of the Yehzabo, which reads: -- We the people of Nagalim, solemnly acknowledged that the sovereignty over the earth and the whole universe belongs to Almighty God alone....".  

It also said:  "Despite this ultimatum, the  leadership at Hebron/Ghq  continued to  engage  in  the  meaningless  and  endless  talks  with  the compromised  and  surrendered  `Competencies'  within  the  Union/Constitution  of India. 

In view of the betrayal of the Franework Agreement of August 3, 2015 (FA) by the Got,   the   Chief   Political   Negotiator,    General    Secretary/   Ato    Kilonser   of NSCN/GPRN,  Th.  Muivah issued  a  Statement  on  the  7th  November,  2024, declaring: 

" if such political initiative is rejected by the Gol, the NSCN shall resume the violent armed resistance aginst India for ending the Nagalim unique history and her sovereign existence".  

"The Leadership at Hebron/Ghq failed to take the necessary steps as outlined in the Statement by the Chief Political Negotiator,  General Secretary/Ato Kilonser", it said.   

What may be important for security forces and other stakeholders; the Eastern Flank also says - 

"The meeting further declared that the spirit of Cease-fire Agreement (of 1997) has ceased to exist 

... since the  day the Gol betrayed the  FA.  

"Therefore,  we will keep  continuing both political as well as armed resistance to safeguard the sovereign existence of the Naga nation," it said.  

Therefore, to save the nation from 'another surrender' and to rescue the Naga political movement  from  its  present  predicament,  the  Extraordinary  Joint  Emergency Meeting  

... of  the  Civil  National  Workers  and  the  Naga  Army  Officers  of  the NSCN/GPRN,   Eastern   Flank   declared   the   establishment   of   a   Provisional Government until a full-f]edged government is formed. 

The following National  Workers were unanimously  empowered to form the Provisional Government: 

Mr Ikato I Chishi Swu, Chairman. 

Lieut. Gen. Retd. Hs. Ramsan -VC, 

Member  Lieut. Col. Retd. Victor Angami, 

Lieut. Gen. A. Raman 

Brig. Detail Dani, 

M. Angyo Jacob Jingseya, 

Ngaranlni Jagoi, Advisor 

Mrs. Merry Ramsan, Advisor 

Rev. Vitovi Yeputho, Advisor 

"The entrusted and empowered Chairman and Members, as well as Advisors of the Provisional Government will be administered an oath of allegiance by an ordained minister."   

Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio : Team Modi's "trusted face" since 2018 

"All the Naga National workers  in particular and the Nagas  in general are  called upon to  come  and join  for the  formation of a unified national  government that upholds the principles of the Party's founding fathers and spearhead the movement for the sovereign existence of the Naga nation," it said.

The statement was issued by Additional Secretary to the NSCN/GPRN, Edward Sayai.

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Delhi Police get power to detain anyone for a year under NSA ::::: Students' protest goes viral nationwide :::: Patna police book over 1,000 after student protest, 45 arrested :::: Narendra Modi Govt renews talks offer :::: "We are ready to meet wherever you prefer" - Jitendra Singh

"Meet us wherever you say..."

The NSA empowers the Centre and states to detain individuals to prevent them from acting in a manner "prejudicial to the defence of India". The detention period under the NSA ranges from three to 12 months.

Because it is preventive detention and not arrest, there is no legal obligation to present the detainee before a court of law.

A Delhi government officer said the power of detention under the NSA is extended routinely after every quarter and no specific request was made in the present context. This power has been delegated since the 1980s, he said.

Amid raging student protests, Delhi Police get power to detain anyone for a year under NSA 

Delhi Lt Governor Taranjit Sandhu has extended the Delhi Police's power of preventive detention under the stringent National Security Act (NSA) till October 18. 

Union Minister in PMO, Jitendra Singh, made a fresh appeal to the protesting students, saying the Centre was ready for talks at a venue of their choice.

"We are prepared to give you as much time as needed. The Union Health Minister and I will both be present during the discussions. 

"We are ready to meet wherever you prefer, whether at my office or at JP Nadda's residence. Since this morning, we have tried to reach out to you four times. 

Patna Police have registered an FIR against 85 named individuals and around 1,000 unidentified persons in connection with the student protest, supporting the Delhi CJP agitation. 

So far, 45  people have been arrested. 

Police alleged the protesters disrupted law and order and obstructed government work. 

Authorities are identifying more participants through CCTV footage and video recordings, with further arrests expected as the investigation continues.

"I once again appeal to you to come and sit down with us so that we can talk," he said. 

The sticking point was the CJP's insistence that the talks be held either at the protest site or at a neutral venue.  

AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi accused the government of mishandling student concerns, alleging it humiliated rather than engaged with them. 

Rejecting attempts to blame the Opposition, he urged the Centre to admit its mistakes, warning that a parliamentary majority could not suppress public dissent or growing student anger.  

Kamal Haasan tweets:

A system where coaching replaces learning, anxiety replaces curiosity, and criminality replaces merit is rotten. A nation has failed when its children are met with barricades and batons instead of answers.

Wangchuk, the nation will need your conscience for the journey ahead. Please end your fast."

"To the children of India: You are the best of us. You have done your duty. It is now time for the country to do its duty by you. 

May your dreams forever be bigger than our failures."

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the government has arrested those involved in the paper leak and assured that the accused will face fast-track trials. 

She reiterated the Centre's readiness to discuss the issue in Parliament, accusing the Congress of shifting its demands and disrupting proceedings for political reasons instead of acting in students' interests.  

Delhi remained on edge as the NEET paper leak protests continued, with the Centre renewing its offer for talks even as political, legal and business concerns mounted.

The Chamber of Trade and Industry urged the Prime Minister to designate a permanent protest venue outside central Delhi, claiming businesses had suffered nearly 70% losses due to metro station closures and traffic disruption.

The New Delhi Traders Association advised establishments in Connaught Place to shut early.

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Foreign lobbies and coaching schools lobby may be doing their part :::::: 'Bangladesh model of protest' being repeated in New Delhi ::: Govt needs to be more than alert !! :::: Indian Education system and Coaching centres already face critical operational and ethical challenges :::: It's more than NEET ... There are lobbies which want Dharmendra Pradhan out !!

"Seeing the “cockroaches” gathered at Jantar Mantar reminds me of Bangladesh’s July 2024 movement. 

The students began with the slogan, “Quota or merit? Merit, merit,” and ended up demanding the fall of the government," tweeted author Taslima Nasreen.  

Despite heavy rains, protesters gathered at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi

And then she cautioned:  

"Bangladesh as a whole is now paying the price for what followed. Militant jihadists have seized power", she writes.  

"Since the July movement, I have felt apprehensive whenever I see students gathering anywhere. I can no longer trust such gatherings easily. July 2024 taught me that not every student movement stands for democracy ...," says the writer whose book 'Lajja' based on anti-Hindu riots made waves in 1993 and she was subsequently served with fatwa and 'death penalty' sentence by Islamic fundamentalists. 

"Some revolutions remove an old regime only to open the door to an even more frightening darkness," she cautioned referring to the situation in Bangladesh especially after the interim regime had taken over the reins.  

The BNP government headed by Tarique Rahman took over charge in Bangladesh after Feb 2026 elections.

Meanwhile other angles are being looked into.

It’s all about the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) bil and the steps government is taking on foreign funding.

"Too many foreign countries and their nefarious designs in India will come to a screeching halt," says senior lawyer Mahesh Jethmalani, also a BJP leader. 

It's more than NEET ...

There are lobbies which want Dharmendra Pradhan out !! 

 

There are other stories associated with the portfolio of Education in India. 

Dharmendra Pradhan as the minister in charge and the Modi Govt as the final decision making body are likely to take a few 'final' decisions including on - 

New Mathematics Curriculum 

and New set of NCERT books for Class IX to XII. 

As it is already known - the 'New History Curriculum' is also in public debate for long now.   

The UGC's proposed undergraduate mathematics curriculum integrates ancient Indian concepts like sutra literature and calendrics, aiming to demystify math and emphasise on values. 

Since Vedic times (several millennia before the Christian era), Indians represented whole numbers in the decimal place-value system, enumerating very large numbers with ease and without ambiguity. This is just an example. 

Essentially, Pradhan and the Modi cabinet are likely to take key decisions that will have no single point of Failure and no single point of manipulation. 

These are likely to create hurdles for 'deep pockets' in the west who have invested a lot over the decades into 'education sector'. 

But they have not done so for charity alone. 

The revolutionary approaches and methodologies in Indian education system including study of History and the mandatory three language system has already upset stakeholders in large private varsities in US, UK and countries like Australia. 

These are related to Coaching Class-industry -- always considered a mushrooming sector with good dividends. 

Thus, the CJP and related protest vis-a-vis Education sector and so-called joblessness is like nuclear bombs in itself.  

Coaching centres already face critical operational and ethical challenges, including the need to navigate strict government regulations, managing immense student stress and burnout, and adapting to tech-savvy learners. 

These hurdles require a delicate balance between driving academic success and ensuring holistic well-being. 

Hence, it is possible the CJP is not only an education/youth oriented game. In the government, many questions are being raised. One of them is vital. 

Why suddenly a Boston-based student realises the importance of seeking Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation ?  

Sources maintain multiple foreign forces have a religious hatred towards Hindus that is Indians as whole. 

They have played their game too long. 

Now suddenly,  it is being checked .... 'deep pockets' get hurt.

A BJP foot-soldier told journalists - "... like Article 370, SIR, end of Mamata aapa rule in West Bengal, this FCRA and other bills and new steps on Education will also get passed and implemented soon". 

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"... just a part of a series of steps" :::::: PM Modi announces fast-track courts for paper leaks amid protests ::: A 'bit late' ??? ::::: Govt wanted to make the announcement in Parliament during debate

 PM announces fast-track courts for paper leaks amid protests, Rahul Gandhi hits back  

PM Narendra Modi on Thursday, July 23, sent a big message to the youth and students amid raging protests demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

The announcement is a bit 'delayed' but significant in view of showdown in Parliament. 

The Govt wanted to make the announcement in Parliament during discussions. 

Significantly, PM Modi's announcement comes a day after Rahul alleged that there have been zero convictions in the "152 paper leak" cases over the last 10 years.

With the government facing massive backlash over the crackdown on student protesters during their march to Parliament on July 20, PM Modi emphasised that protecting the interests of students remained a top priority. In the same breath, the Prime Minister warned of strict action against anyone attempting to jeopardise the future of the youth.  

"We have decided to set up fast-track courts to ensure swift and stringent punishment for those involved in paper leaks. Have directed the concerned authorities and officials to take all necessary steps in this regard," PM Modi tweeted.

He further highlighted that setting up fast-track courts was just a part of a series of steps taken by the government to tackle the menace of paper leaks.  

"Nothing is more important than the welfare and future of our youth... Those who try to harm the future of our youth will not be spared," PM Modi stressed.

The Prime Minister also raised the issue during the NDA parliamentary meeting on Wednesday, calling the NEET-UG paper leak a "ghor paap (grave sin)". He also highlighted how the government moved in swiftly to arrest those involved in the leak. 

So far, 13 people have been arrested.

Eves among 'family members' play a big role in making PWG communist cadres surrender ::: But 'challenges' prevail ... Ex-militants are vulnerable to stigmas and security threats :::: Revolving door for militants ??

It's true, a series of relentless efforts of security forces including Assam Rifles had played a crucial role in bringing the armed KCP-PWG cadres led by their chairman Tamnganba to lay down arms and pledge to join social and national mainstream. 

Normal 'issue' of Joblessness is among the headlines these days ....

An 'eve in arm' : "It took time to convince her .... to surrender" 

Authorities and political leadership under Manipur CM Y Khemchand Singh have welcomed them back into the 'mainstream' and urged other armed groups operating within and outside the state to abandon violence and contribute to Manipur’s development. 

However, interaction with a few ex-cadres and their near and dear ones reveal that -- challenges would remain nevertheless.  

Two sets of Militants-housewives couples and blogger 

Who knows there is a "risk" of the rehabilitation policy ending up as a revolving door for militants. 

Moreover; ex-militants are vulnerable to various stigmas and security threats.

In a violence-hit state like Manipur -- which is reeling under cobweb of insurgent groups, a sizable portion of the local population views militants as ‘freedom fighters’.

In broad sense; Manipur is a house of three ethnic groups - Meiteis, Kukis and Nagas. 

Worse there are multiple groups and also ethnicity working as permanent measures of divisions and unity. 

Among Meitei militants - there are multiple groups - Kangleipak Communist Party–People’s War Group (KCP-PWG), PLA, UNLF, PREPAK and so on. At least 'ex PWG cadres' who surrendered on July 22 to CM Khemchand in presence of top military officers GoC, SpearCorps - Lt Gen Girish Kalia; -- have "worked for two militant organisations". 

"You are right ... we also have defection seasons .... like BJP and Congress," one of them joked in pidgin Hindi as he came to know that the blogger was a "Delhi-wallah".

On this came out another facet - one lady (not in the snap) said - "In Manipur, there is Imphal-wallah". She smiled but she knew she was making a political point. 

Another relative, I interacted -- a 66-year-old 'father of an ex militant' says : "These youngsters from our time used to join underground forces only because there is no adequate avenues of employment". 

"I know young boys who wanted to join Assam Rifles or CRPF ... but they went out elsewhere," he added.

Asked why her husband has decided to lay down arms - Mrs Alva in her twenties: "I made him do so... we got married in January 2026. It was love marriage. My parents and brothers were against it. 

I hardly could spend time with him. A few months back, I told him when we met in a hideout, either you join mainstream and give up arms or forget me and my future child".  

Teenager Elina was more than glad as her father gave up arms

"My father loves me much ... but he is very arrogant. He would buy me gifts and send money for birthdays but was not willing to give up his ideology .... you are right. He is a communist," said teenager Elina adding, "my wish before God has come true that my father rejoinedthe mainstream". 

"But the real credit goes to my mother ... she used to cry inconsolably for hours. Ultimately I am glad, she could prevail upon," she said relishing her Samosa.  

An ambitious girl, - she asked me : "Uncle do you think I should become a journalist or join Indian army". I too was honest and told her to stay away from 'my media world by miles'. 

There was one young man - 20 something. He is pursuing PhD in Manipuri from Assam University, Silchar. His brother had joined PWG a few years back.

"We are happy .... I specially came from Silchar to attend this function. I met some army officials and shared with them that they should ensure adequate protection to our family," he says. 

Lt Gen Girish Kalia welcoming 'ex militants' back home !!

Such apprehensions are not without good reasons.

Not only other militant groups - either Nagas or Meiteis/Kukis who could be unhappy with the surrender of the PWG cadres; within the larger PWG fraternity itself ... it cannot be definitively stated that this July 22 episode marks the absolute dissolution of the KCP-PWG faction.

But it is true, the regional anti-social networks and territorial reach of the PWG-Tamnganba faction that has laid down arms have been done away with.  

But as 'side affect' ... other factions and other cadres in the PWG family would be unhappy. 

Camera-shy : Not by choice 

On this, I spoke to a few retired military officers who served in the region.  

"Poor chaps face humungous problems when it comes to living a normal middleclass life... Firstly, even before their armed-life history is known; the ex-militants most often are already discredited in the job market especially in northeast because of lack of employment experience," said one of them.

Moreover; the 'status' or credential that he/she was a militant is itself "a burden" not only for the ex-cadres but also their near and dear ones. 

There have been instances in north east when such families often are ostracized. 

But another expert says - "Talking about their history is no big secret. They broke law. They extorted money once and it is reasonable to follow the regular criminal justice systems. 

But it is advisable to consider how much so-called 'disclosure' is necessary. In this, media has a role to play". 

The jobseekers - under the age group 22 to 50 - are also "affected by a gap in employment experience".

There is "inability" to network to find potential jobs. 

PWG group leader/chairman Tamnganba surrendering his gun to CM Khemchand 

Various studies by military scholars and militancy experts have from time to time suggest that 'engaging' the ex cadres in theological (in case of Christian militants in norteast) and others in discussions like the teachings of Buddha and Swami Vivekakananda could also prove helpful.

Yoga - has already started helping in many cases so that the ex-cadres could be taught that their radical interpretation of 'underground ideology' is incorrect in more ways than one.

Their minds may be made more flexible so that they can accept an alternative and mainstream interpretation. 

The counseling has to be to open the 'minds' of the surrendered cadres to a more inclusive understanding of things around them.

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Five cops injured as miscreants throw stones at police CJP protest turns violent again ::: Smartphones have turned ordinary people into chroniclers of political upheaval

Things not in control ... CJP protest turns violent again, 5 cops injured as miscreants throw stones at police

Warning the Centre against taking action against the protesters, Congress leader K C Venugopal said, "Be warned, Mr. Modi — any untoward step to quash this youth protest will be deeply disastrous and the people will deliver a historic punishment against you."

The Delhi Metro shut 16 stations in Central Delhi from 7.30 am as security was intensified across the national capital.

This was the third consecutive day of clashes between protesters and security personnel. 

The CJP also said it would seek a guarantee from the government that no fresh FIRs or punitive action would be taken against students and youth who participated in the agitation.

"Anti-social elements have been joining the gathering", sources said particularly during the evening hours, escalating tensions and creating disturbances.

Delhi Police teams were stationed at the designated protest site as part of routine security arrangements when the protesters suddenly turned aggressive and launched the attack. 

The RAF and police personnel then resorted to limited force and fired two to three tear gas shells before clearing the area.

In a statement, Delhi Police said the violence broke out at around 8.30 pm near Tolstoy Marg in Connaught Place, where "some miscreants attacked the police with stones and bottles", injuring ACP Connaught Place Vivek Bhagat. 

Senior officers shifted him to Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital for treatment. 

"The situation remained tense for a few minutes, but peace has now been restored," the police said.

Several Delhi Police personnel, including two Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs), two inspectors and another policeman, were injured after protesters associated with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) clashed with security forces near Jantar Mantar on Wednesday evening.  

Security personnel initially tried to persuade the protesters to disperse peacefully. Police also called CJP leaders and organisers to the spot and asked them to appeal to the crowd to maintain calm, but the protesters allegedly ignored even the appeals of their own organisers.  

The agitation at Jantar Mantar began on June 20, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET paper leak and other examination irregularities. The protest later gained momentum after activist Sonam Wangchuk joined the movement and began an indefinite hunger strike in support of the students' demands.

While the CJP has appealed to Wangchuk to end his fast, he has maintained that he will do so only after the government gives an unequivocal assurance that no retaliatory action will be taken against protesters.

From one-liners to satirical digs, the placards have become one of the defining features of the protests

Smartphones have turned ordinary people into chroniclers of political upheaval, recording moments that might otherwise disappear.

"The act of capturing a protest is often an end in itself," she said. "Their message is more like: 'This happened. We were there. We will remember.'"

The humour, too, followed a pattern. No young protester described the day as funny. They spoke instead of tear gas, baton charges and the confusion of watching a peaceful march descend into chaos, reports BBC. 

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Delhi High Court has ordered the Delhi Police to preserve all video "of protest and police excess if any"

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed Delhi Police to preserve CCTV footage, videography and all other relevant records relating to the alleged use of excessive force against protesters during the "Chalo Sansad" march on July 20 and 21.

The matter has been listed for further hearing on September 11.

The Court also issued notices to the Centre and Delhi Police on petitions alleging police excesses.

"Issue notice. Let a counter affidavit on behalf of the respondents be filed in four weeks. 

Two weeks to the petitioners to file rejoinder. In the meantime, we direct that the relevant records in relation to the incident, including CCTV footage and videography, if any, shall be preserved in accordance with the standard operating procedure issued by the police," the bench said. 

A Division Bench of Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia observed that the allegations could not be treated as a "solitary incident".

Hence a 'formal response' from the authorities is requeted. There was no point in asking each individual protester to pursue private criminal remedies.  

During the hearing, the bench questioned the Centre's argument that those alleging police excess should individually approach the police or a magistrate to seek registration of an FIR.  According to the petitioners, the protest at Jantar Mantar had remained peaceful until July 20, when demonstrators attempted to march towards Parliament.  

Protesters of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) reclaimed Delhi's Jantar Mantar after police dismantled the protest stage.

                                     Under scanner : Team Modi-Shah and others 

NCP (SP) leader Sharad Pawar said he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed concerns related to the NEET paper leak, the treatment of protesting students, cases filed against them, and issues concerning farmers and agriculture.

Pawar said he raised the students' demands and sought concrete measures on the paper leak issue. He added that discussions were also held on agriculture, farmers' problems, water management and education, 

Activist Anna Hazare has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing concern over the violence during the protests in Delhi, urging the government to prioritise dialogue and accountability.

In his letter, Hazare said reports of violence and police action were "painful" and stressed that violence, damage to public property and unnecessary use of force should be avoided in a democracy.

 He highlighted the NEET paper leak controversy and alleged irregularities, saying students and parents had been protesting for accountability. He also criticised the removal of activist Sonam Wangchuk from his hunger strike site,