7 April 2022 by Nagaland Post

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Vol XXXII No. 121

DIMAPUR, THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022 Pages 12 ` 5.00

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Development of Dimapur Railway station halted ENCROACHMENT OF 30.283 HA OUT OF 53.806 HA RAILWAY LAND BLOCKS DEVELOPMENT

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DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Rampant encroachments of lands in Nagaland, especially of public areas has become the main hurdle against development and this is amply evident with regard to railway lands in Dimapur. Despite being the second highest revenue earner for the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), Dimapur railway station is losing opportunities to be developed to its expected level as no expansion of facilities can be undertaken. The fate of Dimapur railway station has been sealed and will eventually be reduced to an ordinary station under NFR as stations at Diphu, Lumding and Bokajan undergo vast improvement. The threat against improvement of Dimapur railway station was revealed by NFR chief public relations officer

Fuel prices hiked again DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): There appears to be no respite in sight for the consumers as state-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) once again increased the prices of petrol and diesel across the country on Wednesday by 80 paise a litre each. Following Wednesday’s rate revision, petrol in Dimapur was retailing at Rs. 107.46 per litre while diesel price rose to Rs. 93.73 per litre. In the state capital Kohima, prices of both petrol and diesel have climbed to Rs.108.57 per litre and Rs.94.62 per litre respectively.

(In circle L-R) Some of the areas that have been encroached in Dimapur belonging to the Northeast Frontier Railways. (NP)

(CPRO) Sabyasachi De in an exclusive interview with Nagaland Post. De revealed that out of the railways’ 53.806 hectares (Ha) of land in Nagaland, nearly 30.283 Ha have been illegally occupied. The CPRO disclosed that though NFR had approached the State government several times for assistance, no “appreciable” assistance had been received either in demarcation of

land or in removal of encroachments. He however still expressed hope that this issue would be suitably addressed in the coming days. He admitted that the NFR could not take any action for removing the squatters but can only file FIRs and bring it to the notice of the authorities in Nagaland. The CPRO also disclosed that the last eviction orders to the squatters were served on July 24, 2017,

while 20 cases were currently pending at courts. He also said that railway land had been systemically encroached since May 2008. The CPRO also mentioned that there were several sanctioned works ready for execution like upgrading Dimapur railway station into a world class station, upgrading goods area with yard remodelling for better service to passengers, doubling of Lumding-Furkating section,

etc. He said all the above mentioned developmental works sanctioned for Dimapur railway station could not be started on account of unavailability of land, unless this was resolved. It may be noted that many encroachers had even started construction of multi-story buildings within railway staff quarter area near the railway station here. In response to this, the CPRO said that NFR

authority had approached DC Dimapur seeking assistance in stopping such illegal constructions and even lodged FIRs. Surprisingly, it was also pointed out that a village council had even summoned NFR officials alleging that village land had been encroached by the railways. The summon notice was published in Nagaland Post on March 16, 2022. (Cont’d on p-8)

Russia warns states with consequences over UN vote on HRC

UNITED NATIONS, APR 6 (REUTERS): Russia has warned countries at the United Nations that a yes vote or abstention on a U.S. push to suspend Moscow from the Human Rights Council will be viewed as an “unfriendly gesture” with consequences for bilateral ties, according to a note seen by Reuters on Wednesday. The United States said on Monday it would seek Russia's suspension after Ukraine accused Russian troops of killing hundreds of civilians in the town of Bucha. The 193-member U.N. General Assembly in New York is due to vote on the measure on Thursday. A two-thirds majority of voting members- abstentions do not count- can suspend a country from the 47-member Geneva-based Human Rights Council for committing gross and systematic violations of human rights.

NPCC delegation meets Rahul; raises EVM issue HC closes case on Covid mandate DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) delegation, which met former AICC president Rahul Gandhi in New Delhi on Wednesday reportedly raised the issue of EVMs. In a press release, NPCC president K Therie said that Rahul Gandhi assured to take up the issue with the appropriate authorities. He said that NPCC delegation also appraised Gandhi that the two states run EVM manufacturing companies were “under the thumb of BJP.” Therie said NPCC moved for removal of the EVM system of election and

NPCC delegation with Rahul Gandhi in Delhi on Wednesday.

for use of the ballot paper system. Stating that crowds did not betray election results in the past, NPCC president, however, said that in recent times, crowds no longer matter. “Issues also do not matter. It is

only money and EVMs that win,” Therie claimed. NPCC president said that the nation was also aware that almost 19 lakh EVMS were missing. “EVMs are not businesses or food. However, these

missing EVMs are found in BJP leaders’ houses, cars, trucks, etc.,” Therie said and alleged that the purpose was to change EVM control units and to tamper with the EVMs. He said EVMs have derailed democratic election. Further, Therie described as “a betrayal” the ECI’s argument that EVMs were tamperproof and cannot be overwritten. He contended that mock demonstration itself was a proof that EVMs could be removed or reused. “EVM engineers are appointed by the EVM companies for all returning officers’ offices.

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KOHIMA, APR 6 (NPN): Following the State government’s withdrawal of Covid restrictions from April 1, the Kohima Bench of Gauhati High Court has closed a case pertaining to challenging of a government order on vaccine, Covid-19 testing mandate and restrictions imposed on unvaccinated people during its final hearing on Wednesday. A Public Interest Litigation (PIL 7/2021) challenging the government order was filed by Vitho Zao, Tiatemsu Longchar, Kikrukhonuo Longchar and Rev Azahto Sema. They were represented (Cont’d on p-8)

by advocate Neiteo Koza, while the government was represented by advocate N Mozhui. The government had submitted a compliance order to the court during the hearing in which the counsel said all the prayers of the petitioners were answered after the latest government order, to which the counsel for the petitioners also agreed. The court, after having found that both the parties were satisfied, gave its judgement that the case would now remain closed in its entirety. Earlier, in the previous hearing, the government had assured the court that it would remove all mandates and restrictions.

Russia’s mission to the United Nations urged countries to “speak out against the anti-Russian resolution.” It was not immediately clear how many countries received the note. “It is worth mentioning that not only support for such an initiative, but also an equidistant position in the vote (abstention or non-participation) will be considered as an unfriendly gesture,” the note read. Russia is in its second year of a three-year term on the Human Rights Council. “Russia blatantly and openly threatening countries who vote to suspend them from the U.N. Human Rights Council is only further evidence that Russia needs to be suspended immediately from the U.N. Human Rights Council,” Olivia Dalton, spokesperson for the U.S. mission to the United Nations, said on Wednesday.

India logs 1,086 new Covid cases NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): With 1,086 new coronavirus infections being reported in a single day, India's total tally of COVID-19 cases rose to 4,30,30,925 while the active cases dipped to 11,871, according to the Union Health Ministry data updated on Wednesday. The death toll climbed to 5,21,487 with 71 fresh fatalities, the data updated at 8 am stated. NPN adds: Nagaland on Wednesday recorded one fresh case in Dimapur, taking the total Covid-19 caseload to 35478. The death toll remained unchanged at 759 (including 4 non-Covid deaths but with positivity).

More back NIDA on State Govt issues alert on financial cybercrime, frauds Foothill: FIR against extortion superannuation issue DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Indian Dental Association (IDANSB) and NIDA Kiphire unit have also extended support to Nagaland InService Doctors' Association (NIDA)’s demand for extension of superannuation age of all in-service doctors from 60 to 62 years. IDANSB president, Dr. Seto Kera and honorary secretary, Dr Wangshimenba Ozukum asserted that NIDA’s demand was genuine and was being implemented in almost all states in the country. It also urged the state government for creation of Dental Surgeon post in the

newly created districts and CHCs to fill up the existing vacancies through proper channel. It also called for expediting the starting of the medical colleges in Kohima and Mon district. NIDA Kiphire unit: Reaffirming its support to the central body’s decision on superannuation issue, the NIDA Kiphire district unit said that following Prime Minister's announcement to enhance superannuation age of doctors, NIDA has been pursuing state government to implement the same as most states in the country have implemented it.

DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): With financial cybercrime and frauds on the rise in the country and the state, the state government has alerted the public to cautious of the widespread operation of such cyber financial fraudsters, who were well organised and go through extra efforts to appear genuine and real to victims. S t a t e g o ve r n m e n t through DIPR informed that various sophisticated and complex methods and modus operandi were used by fraudsters and criminals to loot victims of their money. Citing some of the recent frauds unearthed in the country, the government

stated that in one such scam, cyber crooks were arrested from different parts of the country for duping thousands of people by creating a fake State Bank of India (SBI) app similar to the SBI Yono and duping people by making them download the app through Phishing (fraud emails/messages claiming to be genuine to steal personal information like password, bank details etc. or to install malwares) and then impersonating fake bank employees asking KYC update details. In another major scam called the 'Chinese app seams,' it stated that lakhs of Indians have been looted

of crores of rupees where victims were enticed with small returns/profit on investments made by them and then trust was gained of the victims. When the victims start investing more money, the fraudsters disappeared with the money. Attractive fake advertisements/publicity are generated like 'earn money sitting at home,' 'doubling income schemes,' 'crypto investment,' 'gaming applications investment' etc. One common feature of all these scams is that Chinese apps are used and Chinese nationals are involved. One example is the 'Power bank app' case where

lakhs of victims across India were looted of Rs. 300 crore. A power bank app listed in Google Play store projected itself as an Indian based company involved in quick charging technology and the company lured victims to invest their money on the pretext of doubling their money in a short time. Similar apps under different names like EZ money, EZ coin etc. have been used. The main handlers in many of the cases are based in China and the rackets are operated in a multi-layered fashion where the money goes through many agents, partners etc.

DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Foothill Ao Youth Organization (FAYO) has filed a police complaint against rampant extortion being carried out at the construction site located at Phuswu Khel, Nihoto road at Naga United Village. According to the FIR filed at Diphupar Police Station by FAYO president Achen Imchen, vice president Imsuienba and DAYO co-convenor Yashiwapang one person, on April 5 at around 4 p.m., came in an auto at the construction site located at Phuswu Khel, Nihoto road near Hotel management training insti(Cont’d on p-8) tute and extorted Rs. 2000

at gunpoint from the head mason. FAYO said that the same person who claimed to be from one NSCN group, had on three occasions extorted Rs.500 (March 18, 2022) Rs.5000 (March 19, 2022) and Rs. 2000 (March 25, 2022) from the construction site. FAYO claimed that not only the unabated extortion but threatening to take human life, has caused untold misery and fear of those at the site. Therefore, FAYO urged the authority concern to investigate the matter and book the culprit at the earliest, so that the citizens can live peacefully without any threat to their lives.

This is it! India tops world in terms of number of persons killed in road accidents Parl Session likely to end today

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NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): India ranks number 1 as per number of persons killed and ranks number 3 as per number of persons injured in road accidents, Gadkari added (Representational Picture) Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday raised concern over road accidents and said that India tops the world in terms of the number of persons killed in road accidents. In a written reply in the Rajya Sabha, Gadkari said

that based on the latest issue of the World Road Statistics (WRS) 2018, brought out by the International Road Federation, Geneva, India ranks number 3 per number of accidents. And India

ranks number 1 per number of persons killed and ranks number 3 per number of persons injured in road accidents, Gadkari added. Moreover, the percentage of fatalities involving

road users between 18 to 45 years stood at 69.80 per cent for the year 2020, Parliament was informed. Replying to a separate question, he said a total of 22 greenfield highways (5 expressways comprising the length of 2,485 km with a cost of Rs 1,63,350 crore and 17 access-controlled highways comprising the length of 5,816 km with a cost of Rs. 1,92,876 crore) have been envisaged for development. Three sections of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway i.e. Delhi “Dausa – Lalsot

(Jaipur) (214 km), Vadodara “Ankleshwar (100 km) and Kota” Ratlam Jhabua (245 km) are planned for completion by March 23, he added. To another question, the minister said FASTag is issued to vehicle users on the basis of Vehicle Registration Number/Chassis No. As of March 30, 2022, the total number of FASTags issued by various banks was 4,95,20,949 and FASTag penetration achieved at fee plazas on National Highways is approximately 96.5 per cent, Gadkari said.

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): The Budget session of Parliament is likely to conclude on Thursday, a day ahead of schedule. Parliament sources said both - Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha-- were likely to be adjourned sine die on Thursday. The Budget Session of Parliament began on January 31 and the first half ended on February 11 after the presentation of the Union Budget. Thereafter both houses of Parliament went into recess to examine the budget papers. The second half of the

Budget Session began on March 14. According to the original schedule, the session was to conclude on April 8. Besides budgetary process, key bills passed during the session include the Delhi Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Bill and the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Bill. Meanwhile, Parliament Wednesday passed the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Bill empowering police to obtain physical and biological samples of convicts and those accused of crimes. K Y M C

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NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022

DBC holds 39th convocation; 100 graduate Sericulture deptt training prog underway

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DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Discipleship Bible College (DBC) conducted its 39th convocation with executive secretary, Ao Baptist Arogo Mungdang (ABAM), Rev. Prof. Dr. Mar Pongener as guest speaker, here at the college campus on Wednesday. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mar urged upon the graduating students to continue reading Bible as many students, he said, barred themselves from reading the Bible after completing their theological studies with the excuse that they were busy with their missions. He also encouraged the students to spend enough time in prayer as it would lead them to God. While maintaining that 100 graduating stu-

Graduates along with faculty members of the college on Wednesday. (NP)

dents were graduating, he informed that the college was enlisting 100 men and women in the mighty register of the living God who were committed to go out to the world and serve Him. Highlighting the significance of the number 100 in the Bible, Dr. Mar cited the example of Abra-

ham who was 100 years old when Isaac was born. He urged upon the students not to forget the motto of the college, “To disciple the nation” and further reminded them that their mission outside the college would not be as what they expected as many challenges were lying ahead.

Dr. Mar encouraged the graduates to be grounded in the word of God as it was only through the power of the Word that one would be able to preach to the world. He congratulated all the graduating students and advised the parents and Churches to continue extending their support in

whatever ways possible. E a r l i e r, t h e p r o gramme was chaired by assistant professor, Narka Awomi and invocation was said by associate professor, Dr. Alem. Scriptures were read by assistant professor Matsungla and assistant professor Imliakum while special song was presented by DBC Choir and dedicatory prayer for graduating students was offered by guest speaker. Later, conferring of awards and certificates was initiated by DBC academic dean, Dr. Husazulü Chüzho and DBC principal, Rev S Wati while benediction was said by associate professor, Rev. Temsu Imchen. It may be mentioned that a total of 17 awards and prizes were presented to deserving students.

Participants along with officials from the department in Dimapur.

KOHIMA: Department of Sericulture has targeted 500 beneficiaries to be trained under “Scheme for capacity building in the Textile Sector (SCBTS)” with the objective to promote skill training and upgradation in spinning, reeling, and weaving.

Altogether, eight training centers have been identified with three in Dimapur, two in Kohima and one each in Mokokchung, Wokha and Kiphire. The first batch of trainees on spinning was launched on February 8 with a training duration of

one month. At present, nine batches would be trained with two in spinning and the rest in weaving. As per the project, the department stated that it would extend support to the trainees in both self-employment and job placement.

NBOCEWB partners with DIPR and Kohima Press Club NEWS IN BRIEF KOHIMA, APR 6 (NPN): Nagaland Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (NBOCEWB) signed a media partnership agreement with Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) and Kohima Press Club (KPC) to jointly promote public interest and highlight sectoral focus on workers associated with building and other construction activities, here on Wednesday. During the prog r a m m e, N B O C E W B chairman, Dr. Kekhrie Yhome informed that the agreement was an initiative to encourage the tangent establishment and support

NBOCEWB chairman, Dr. Kekhrie Yhome (centre) along with KPC president, Alice Yhoshü (right) and Asangla Imsong (left). (NP)

each other’s obligation to public services while also publicising NBOCWWB activities and mandate with focus on social justice scheme and welfare benefits. Dr. Kekhrie informed that through this step, efforts to create awareness

through various platforms would be taken up. In the agreement, KPC would initiate fellowships with validity for three years against any medium of mass communication and focus on related trends to building and construction workers while DIPR

was instructed to make short documentaries on them. KPC president, Alice Yhoshü said that the agreement would be the first time a press club in Nagaland was venturing out beyond their usual activities and taking the responsibil-

ity of introducing media fellowship to the small journalist community. Alice stated that such grants would provide learning opportunities for fellow journalists to experience socio-economic life and at the same time create an impact through storytelling by bringing desired changes related to the issues highlighted. Further, the KPC president also added a proposal to the board that before the fellowship programme, an introductory workshop may be considered to help

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TRPO holds general meet: Tsogin Range Public Organisation held a general meeting on April 2 and approved TRPO search committee office bearers for the tenure 2022-2024. The office bearers of TRPO would be led by Timothy Thong as president and Alo Khing as general secretary with five members and four advisors. Niki-led NSCN (K) Yimkhiung region informs: Niki-led NSCN (K), Yimkhiung region chairman Thsanjiba Yim has informed all regional staff of the region that in order to “establish stable and progressive regional authority”, any collection, taxation and donation under Yimkhiung jurisdiction would not be entertained without prior authorisation from region chairman. Chairman of the region has also informed that endorsed assignees permitted by region chairman would be entertained and any staff members failing to comply with this, will be liable for stern action.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Through this column, we would like to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual who stood and supported us morally, physically, materially, financially and prayers during the demise of our beloved father Late VILaSaLIe aNGaMI of Kigwema Village. We convey our special thanks to : 1. Kigwema Baptist Church. 2. Kohima Senior SP & Staff. 02-07-1981 to 25-03-2022 3. Kohima DEF. 4. Doctors & Nurses of Bethel Hospital Kohima. 5. Kiphoma Khel Kigwema. Though we are unable to thank every individual, it is our humble prayer that God’s blessing be upon you all.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

“The righteous hath hope in his death” We the bereaved family members of Late LIMACHUBA would like to express our heartfelt appreciation and sincere gratitude to all those who stood by us physically, financially and prayer support during his prolonged illness and demise of our beloved on 31st March 2022. We sincerely convey our special thanks to : 1 Dr Amit Agarwal and team Fortis Hospital Shalimal Bagh Delhi 2 Delhi Ao Baptist Church 3 Delhi Ao Senso Telongjem 4 Naga Students' Union Delhi 5 R Bendangtemsui Jamir Delhi 6 Yariwou GPRN 7 Kedallo GPRN 8 Ato kilonser GPRN 8 U.T Region GPRN 9 Ao Region 10 All ranks and files of GPRN 11 Yongkum Fellowship DABA 13 Imkonglenden Council 14 Imlonglenden Youth Organisation 15 Ao Senso Telongjem Dimapur 16 Dimapur Watsü Telongjem 17 Dimapur Waromong Senso Telongjem 18 Dimapur Süngratsü Senso 03.05.1965 – 31.03.2022 Telongjem 19 Ao senden 23 Longjang Village Council 20 Watsü Mongdang 24 Süngratsü Students Union 21 Ao Kaketshir Mongdang 25 Süngratsü Village Council 22 Chungtia Yimsen Village Council 26 Süngratsü Senso Mongdang We regret our inability to give anything in return to one and all, but we hope and pray that Almighty God bless you all abundantly for your good deeds.

participants understand the purpose of the programme. She also shared that more government bodies and departments would come forward to partner with press organisations to support the growth of impactful journalism in the state. It may be mentioned that Rs. 10 lakh was granted to the DIPR while KPC received Rs. 5 lakh. The agreement was signed by KPC president, Alice Yhoshü and joint director, DIPR, Asangla Imsong.

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LATE REV. L. MANKUP KONYAK Died on : 7th April 2021 Our Dear Apa, One year has passed since you left us, yet, the Power and Strength of your prayers, the Knowledge and Wisdom of your advice and encouragement, the Joy and Laughter of your sense of humour and the Love and Blessings of your life still linger in our hearts each and every passing day. We miss you dearly with silent tears. dp-1572/22

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NAGALAND POST, DIMAPUR THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022

H. Khehovi Sumi dancing with the cultural troupes on Wednesday. (DIPR)

Phom Monyu festival enters day two DIMAPUR: Advisor for Tourism, Art & Culture, H. Khehovi Sumi on Wednesday urged upon the members of Phom community to promote and preserve the rich culture and traditions of their ancestors in order to protect their identity. According to a DIPR report, he was speaking at the second day of Phom Monyu festival at local ground, Longleng as special guest.

Asserting that culture defined one’s identity, he exhorted the people not to observe the festival for celebration and merrymaking alone but also to promote their identity and educate the younger generation. While maintaining that every Naga tribe had its own festival, language and attire, the advisor said all the tribes were tied by Christianity. He said that Nagas were rich in culture, therefore, they had big prospective to promote tourism in the state. Promoting tourism through festivals would generate big income at

our door step and improve our economy, the advisor stated. He informed that the policy of the state government to organise mini hornbill festival at every district headquarter was not only to preserve the culture heritage of Nagas but also to promote tourism. In his welcome address, chief host, additional deputy commissioner (ADC) Tseminyu and Phom Gazette Officer’s Association president, Manpai Phom acknowledged the special guest for his support and guidance. Conveying Monyu greetings to all, he ex-

pressed gratitude to the state government for the idea of encouraging the age-old custom, tradition and culture by popularising major festivals of all tribes across all the districts of Nagaland. During the celebration, festival host, B.S. Nganlang Phom, MLA & chairman DPDB, Longleng said the festival blessing, solidarity speech was delivered by ENPO president Tsapikyu Sangtam and CKS president Nungsanglemba. Highlights of Monyu festival included beating of log drum by Tangha village, culture dance by Hukphang Nyula, Pongo Union, Jakphang village, Yachem Unionla, Longleng Sadar and Yongnyah block. Traditional competitions also included tug of war by 12 wards of Longleng, still bamboo walking, grain grinding, pottery making, blacksmith, handicraft and mat making. Earlier, invocation was said by Longleng Town Baptist Church pastor, Rev. Beau Phom and welcome address was delivered by chief host W. Manpai Phom followed by Monyu greetings from deputy commissioner (DC) Longleng, M. Shayung Phom.

Members of DDGBA after the general meeting on Wednesday. (NP)

Staff Reporter DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Dimapur District GB Association (DDGBA) held its general meeting at Tourist lodge, here on Wednesday. During the meeting, the house installed a new team of office bearers for a tenure of five years (20222027). The new team would be led by Hokuto Zhimomi as president, Longer Jamir as working president, Neiba Kesiezie as general secretary along with three vice presidents, two joint secretaries, two information and media secretaries, two other members and 14 executive members representing various tribes. DDGBA after the bi-

furcation of the Dimapur district held a consultation meeting on March 30, 2020 where a nomination committee of 13 members comprising of all the tribes of Dimapur was formed to select new executive members. At the meeting, nomination committee secretary, W Kholie Kapfo stressed on the need to redraft the constitution after the bifurcation which he said was the foundation of the association’s functioning system to be in adherence by law and to institute judiciary board chairman or secretary and members by the new office bearers at the earliest. During the meeting, elected president, Hokuto Zhimomi highlighted the roles and importance of

GBs. He stated that the role of GBs was to reach out to the problems quickly before the government could, while also coordinating with police and administration. GBs were created by the British to bring Naga people in line with the policy, he said. Hokuto also pointed out that GBs had always kept the people in check and were instrumental in maintaining discipline and order among the masses. In the recent past, GBs were used by the government to push the agenda of a solution, he informed. While keeping up with the roles, duties and responsibilities, he urged upon all the GBs to join hands in order to make Dimapur a better place.

State BJP observes 42nd foundation day H&TE deptt bids farewell to Honje Konyak

(L) Imna Along and others attending the virtual programme where prime minister Narendra Modi addressed the party workers. (R) Members of BJP Dimapur district after flag hoisting programme at its office on Wednesday. (NP)

DIMAPUR: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Nagaland state unit observed 42nd foundation day of the party at state BJP head office in Kohima. On the occasion, State BJP president and minister, Temjen Imna Along, minister Kashiho Sangtam and party karyakartas including state office bearers, morcha presidents, cells convenors, officials of the state morchas and others attended the virtual programme where Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the partymen. Later addressing the party workers, Along reminded all that the BJP was strong cadre based

organization, which abides and work under the directives of the Central party leadership. He also urged the party workers to reach out to the grassroots and highlight about the party’s goals, ideologies and objectives. “As we commemorate the SthapnaDiwas, I urge all the karyakartas to work sincerely and diligently to fulfill the ideologies of Bharatiya Janata Party,” Along said in a tweet. Along with other units, Dimapur and Mokokchung units also observed the foundation day at their respective party offices. In Dimapur, district

BJP members organised a flag hoisting programme at its office, Super Market to mark the 42nd foundation day. Mokokchung: BJP Mokokchung unit observed the foundation day at its party office where speech of prime minister, Narendra Modi was screened live and appointments to important party offices were made by district president, Imolemba Jamir. In a press release, BJP Mokokchung district secretary Tiarenla informed that the BJP leaders and workers – district office, Mandal, Morcha and cells listened to the speech of

prime minister which was screened live at the conference hall. Earlier during the day, BJP flag was hoisted by district president at district office while mandal (constituency) and morcha (frontal) presidents hoisted the flag in various parts of the district. During the programme, the district office inducted Bendangtoshi as vice president and I. Temsu Imchen as general secretary to BJP Mokokchung office. Meanwhile, BJP 26 Aonglenden Mandal also inducted former NSUI leader Kilemsungba Longkumer as general secretary.

SJU organises national level technical symposium DIMAPUR: The first national level technical symposium of St. Joseph University (SJU) and inauguration of IEI Students’ Chapter were organised by the department of Civil Engineering in association with Institution of Engineers (India) Student’s Chapter on April 5. In a press release, SJU informed that while inaugurating the symposium, chief guest, Government Polytechnic, Seithekema C principal, Er. Zhapulhoulie Rupreo expressed gratitude to the SJU department of Civil Engineering. He advised the students to take the event and make it a step towards mounting their journey of success. The event was also graced by several dignitaries including chairman, IEI Nagaland state centre, D.A. Shishak as special guest. The opening ceremony began with invocation by K Y M C

dean of administration-SJU, Rev. Sr. Dr. Arockia Mary, welcome address by Vitopu M Kinny and presidential address by vice-chancellorSJU Dr, Gnanadurai. The inauguration of IEI Students’ Chapter was declared by Dr. Gnanadurai. Representative to the IEI, D.A. Shishak also attended the programme. SJU informed that the Institution of Engineers (India) [IEI] is the largest multi-disciplinary professional body of engineers, established in 1920 with its headquarters located in Kolkata. In his speech, D. A. Shishak talked about the important role of civil engineers in developing the world. He urged upon the students to push for their dreams to build a better world. M e a n w h i l e, d u r i n g closing ceremony, valedic-

tory address was delivered by registrar-SJU, Dr. A. Anthonisan, who emphasised on the teaching and learning process. The programme was followed by a prize distribution where prizes were given to winning teams and participants from each event. Appreciation certificates were also handed to faculty members of the Civil Engineering department and head coordinators of the symposium. Later, vote of thanks was proposed by Imsurenla P. Longchar and benediction was said by Rev. Fr. L. Anish. It may be mentioned that the IEI Students Chapter was established by SJU in Nagaland state with coordinator of IEI, E. Nainar. More than 120 participants from various colleges and universities including Polytechnic attended the symposium.

DIMAPUR: Higher & Technical Education (H&TE) organised a farewell programme in honour of its retiring commissioner & secretary, W. Honje Konyak, at the directorate of Technical Education, Kohima on Wednesday. According to a DIPR report, minister for Higher Education and Tribal Affairs, Temjen Imna Along in his speech stated that Honje Konyak was the best commissioner & secretary that he as a politician has worked with. Along wished Honje Konyak a wonderful tenure as chairman of NPSC and added that he was one Konyak leader who was working for the whole Nagas. The minister expressed belief that he would be taking the same outlook as chairman of NPSC. Expressing hope that the department of Higher Education and Technical Education would chart new ventures for young minds of Nagaland, he called upon all the officers and staff to work together for the people. Even though the department was not a revenue generating department, Along stated that it was a human resource development department that would

Temjen Imna Along, Medo Yhokha, retired commissioner & secretary, H&TE, W. Honje Konyak and others. (DIPR)

“determine the revenue, economic prosperity, and peaceful co-existence in the state.” Meanwhile, advisor for Technical Education and Election, Medo Yhokha shared about his acquaintance with Honje Konyak when the latter was the deputy commissioner (DC) of Kohima. Yhokha said Honje Konyak as a DC among the present generation had heavily influenced the calm and peace in Kohima. He congratulated him on being appointed as the chairman of NPSC and stated that with his integrity, ability and determination for solving problems, there was a bright future for the youth. Delivering his farewell

speech, W. Honje Konyak said that he worked in the department for 10 months and whatever was achieved during that period was not an individual achievement but teamwork. Sharing that his father was the first convert to Christianity in his village and the first deacon, the retired commissioner & secretary said that he also shared and reaped this fruit. He urged upon the Higher Education and Technical Education departments to work continuously for the upliftment of the society. While thanking the outgoing officer for his contribution to the department, director, Higher Education, Dr. Katoni Jakhalu said

W. Honje Konyak worked with keen interest and with his vast knowledge and experience, he took up the challenges which provided a much needed boost to the department. She expressed gratitude to the retiring officer for being the architect of the state’s NEP 2020. Later, director, Technical Education, Er. Mhaseto Nakro said that Honje Konyak’s work culture inspired them and expressed sadness to see him go. The programme was chaired by additional director, Higher Education, Dr. Lily Sema who also delivered concluding remarks while invocation was said by additional director, Technical Education, Er. Vipulhou Lhoungu.

CTAN informs DC Kiphire bans hunting, WSYF to monitor road members to get trading of wild animals works till completion In compli- to hunt is accorded under DIMAPUR: Western Sumi Youth Front (WSYF) registered DIMAPUR: ance with the govern- provisions and reason on Wednesday affirmed to continue to monitor

DIMAPUR: Combined Technical Association of Nagaland (CTAN) has informed all its members to get themselves registered with their respective associations with reference to the resolution adopted on November 6, 2016 and rejoinder on November 9, 2019 in the local dailies to allow only registered members for NPSC examination, considering that all non-cooperating and nonregistered members were “the ones going for backdoor/ illegal appointments.” In a press release, Combined Technical Association of Nagaland stated that around 76% departments in the state required expertise and work force from both technical and non-technical backgrounds. In this regard, CTAN stated that it was formed to check anomalies that arose in recruitment processes and acted as a vehicle in channeling/expediting requisite posts from those departments to the NPSC since 2016.

ment’s directives and to protect and conserve the wildlife population in the district, deputy commissioner (DC), Kiphire T. Wati Aier has banned trading and hunting of wild animals and birds under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. In an order, DC stated that all the villages under Kiphire district would strictly implement the ban with immediate effect. The protection act and government’s directives are as follows: the government of Nagaland has adopted the Wildlife Protection Act 1972 with effect from December 18, 1981, under which hunting of wild animals/ birds within the territorial jurisdiction of Nagaland is strictly prohibited. Under the Act, only exceptions were vermin (eg. certain species of rats) or when permission

specified in the Act, other than which, there were no exceptions either in terms of time or species. The Act also states that any person found guilty of an offense against the Act shall, on conviction be punishable with imprisonment or with a fine or both under section 51 of the said Act and the forest department, government of Nagaland issued Notification No.FOR-1/86 dated April 11, identifying the list of animals/ birds whose hunting is banned during the closed seasons. Further, the deputy commissioner has informed that any person/ group of persons acting in violation of the above directives would be liable to be prosecuted under relevant sections of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

the construction of road from Central Jail-Atu ghoki (Zubza river) till completion. In a press release, WSYF media cell informed that in this regard a meeting was held with proprietor of M/s. Vipe Enterprise, that was awarded the contract for improvement of road (black-topping) from Central Jail-Atu ghoki (Zubza river). According to WSYF, the proprietor agreed in principal to strictly adhere to all laid down specifications in DPR—to use quality materials for the work and to start executing work at the earliest. The front urged upon all the villages where stretch of the road fell in their jurisdiction, to cooperate with contractor and ensure that works were taken up hassle free. While stating that the road was lifeline for the people of Niuland district, WSYF, however, stated that it was the in an unattended condition for a long time. In this regard, WSYF assured its cooperation for smooth execution of the road works. The front also assured that it would deploy volunteers at construction sites if situation arose. Further, WSYF has reiterated its prohibition on all forms of taxation or donation from individuals, organisations, associations, Naga Political groups etc., against the road improvement. It warned that “prompt and necessary action” would be taken against anyone found collecting taxes or donation. K Y M C

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Assam CM rules out revisiting the Police official who loses cool not fit: Himanta boundary pact with Meghalaya Correspondent

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U M S AW ( M E G H A L AYA ) , A P R 6 : Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday ruled out revisiting the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) boundary agreement signed with Meghalaya in six out of the 12 areas of differences. He also informed that the next six areas would be taken up for resolution by June or July. “The agreement is sealed and signed. There is a demand from the opposition par ties in Assam too to review the agreement. I have answered it in the (Assam) Assembly that these are land that belongs to India, as brothers and sisters we signed an agreement and have come to a closure so far to those six sites. So we should not reopen the issue,” Sarma said in reference to the signing of the MoU between him and his Meghalaya counterpart Conrad K Sangma in presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi on March 29 last. “The Survey of India is working. According to our memorandum of understanding, they will put border pillars and thereafter, the entire agreement

Himanta Biswa Sarma will be formalised,” the Assam Chief Minister told journalists after inspecting the Passing Out Parade at the North Eastern Police Academy in Meghalaya’s Ri-Bhoi district. Po i n t i n g o u t t h a t several residents along the inter-state boundary were not satisfied with the agreement, Sarma quipped, “Always there will be individuals who will be unhappy, but, nation should be happy. That should be our motto.” Refusing to comment on the stand taken by the opposition Trinamool Congress in Meghalaya on the inter-state boundary agreement, the Assam Chief Minister said, , “ I don’t want to comment anything on opposition in Meghalaya . This is the duty of the Chief Minister

of Meghalaya to handle any congratulations or any criticism. But so far as Assam is concerned, we have replied to all the criticism in the assembly and by and large the civil soc iety in Assa m a re backing the government completely.” Asked as to when the second round of talks between the two neighbouring state governments would begin to arrive at a solution to the vexed boundary issue regarding six areas of difference, Sarma said, “These are difficult terrain. Out of six sites, three-four are ver y, ver y toughly contested areas. Now we have created goodwill among both the states and basically banking on that goodwill, probably we can start working. But how

Students miss board exams due to rains in Megahlaya

and when it will end, this is difficult to predict as of now,” he said. “The second phase is most complicated and most contested area, because this has Lampih, Block-I, Block-II. However, we have created goodwill among the states. Now, at least both the governments and citizens of Assam and Meghalaya are not talking in terms of conflict; they are talking in terms of resolution of conflict. So, banking on the gains, whatever we had in the first phase, we will start dialogue for the second phase,” Sarma said. Voicing confidence that “at some point of time” there will be resolution to the disputes regarding the remaining six areas of difference between the two states also, the Assam Chief Minister said, “But when and how soon, how far, will be difficult to answer at this stage.” Sarma also expressed confidence in resolving boundary disputes with Mizoram, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. “I am confident that a resolution with Arunachal Pradesh would be arrived at soon. The dispute with Nagaland is pending before the Supreme Court and resolution therefore may take time,” he said.

U M S AW ( M E G H ALAYA), APR 6: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Wednesday said a police official who loses his cool while handling a situation is not fit to be a member of the police force. Addressing the passing out parade of the 50th batch (basic course) at the Nor th Easter n Police Academy, Umsaw, Sarma quoting India’s first Deputy prime Minister and Home Minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, said, police officials’ responsibility is not only to book offenders, but also to win the affection of the citizens. “A police official who loses his head while handling a situation is not fit to be a member of the police force,” Sarma underscored. A l t o g e t h e r, 5 7 8 trainee officers in the rank of Sub Inspectors of Police, including 178 lady trainee officers, belonging to Assam Police have passed out of NEPA on successful completion of 50th batch of basic course – the largest ever batch in the history of NEPA since its inception in the year 1978. Sarma said that for the progress of the state, a “crime-free and peaceful” environment is of utmost importance and therefore the role of the police

SRFTI team visits Tripura to check infra for film institute

Assam Chief Minister, Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, hands over a trophy to a trainee in the NEPA on Wednesday.

becomes extremely crucial. “Assam government has taken firm steps to eradicate crime by taking stern action against militants, dr ug mafia, c r i m i n a l s, e c o n o m i c offenders and all sorts of middlemen in the recent past,” the Chief Minister said. Sarma said the crime rate in Assam has declined in 2022 over the past years mainly possible due to the courage and professionalism displayed by Assam police and the gover nment’s zero tolerance on all criminal activities, Welcoming the cadets i n t o t h i s c o m p e t i t ive and professional arena of Assam police, Sarma said, the inductees should always take special responsibility dealing with women and children, the differently challenged and the underprivileged of the society. These trainee officers

had commenced their oneyear basic training in the Academy from January 2021. Considering the large number of women trainee officers in the 50th Basic Course, the Assam Government attached few women police instructors, on NEPA’s request. Meanwhile, Cadet Sub Inspector Baharul Islam, who commanded the parade, was awarded the Governor of Meghalaya ‘Sword of Honour and NEPA Silver Medal for being the all-round best cadet. Cadet Sub Inspector Noor Neha Begum was awarded the Chief Minister Meghalaya “Baton of Honour and NEPA Silver Medal” for being best cadet in indoor subjects. Cadet Sub Inspector Biplab Gohain received the Chief Minister Arunachal Pradesh ‘Baton of Honour and NEPA Silver Medal for being the best cadet in outdoor subjects. The B

Parl passes bill to include Darlong as sub-tribe of Kuki in ST list of Tripura

highway was one of the worst-affected roads with landslides being reported from five areas along it -- Khohiar, Mawkhong, Rngaiñ, Lyngkyrdem and near Siatbakon. The PWD and National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL) have been instructed to keep their teams on standby in case of further adverse weather conditions, officials said.

AGARTALA, APR 6 (PTI): A three-member team of Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI), Kolkata visited Nazrul Kalashetra here to check the existing infrastructure for setting up the Tripura Chapter of SRFTI on Wednesday. The team headed by SRFTI Director Amaresh Chakrabarti accompanied by Tripura’s Information and Cultural Affairs (ICA) Minister Sushanta Chakraborty inspected the entire structure to find out if the place is suitable for establishing a film institute. “Around one month back, I went to Kolkata and had an elaborate discussion with the Director, Registrar and Dean of SRFTI on the state government’s plan for setting up a chapter of SRFTI in Agartala. Today’s visit of the SRFTI delegation is the follow up action of that meeting”, Chowdhur y said on

Wednesday. Asser ting that the BJP-IPFT gover nment is committed to develop cultural activities further by setting up new institutes like SRFTI, National School of Drama and other organizations, the ICA Minister said Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb has already made a provision of Rs 6 crore for procurement of equipment. “We want to promote the film industry because our next-door neighbours - West Bengal, Assam, Manipur and Bangladesh have already developed f i l m i n d u s t r y. O u r gover nment, which is focused on ‘atmanirbhor’ Tripura, wishes to begin the process. The plan will open a new door of jobs for the youths who want to pursue a career in the film industry”, he said. Chowdhury further said the decision will be taken after consideration.

STDC Manipur lauds RS MP Sanajaoba for raising Meetei’s ST demand in Parl

1 new case takes Arunachal’s COVID tally to 64,487

Mizoram logs 149 fresh COVID-19 cases

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I TA NAG A R , A P R 6 (PTI): Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday reported just one new COVID-19 case, which pushed the tally in the northeastern state to 64,487, a senior health official said. The fresh infection was detected in Tawang district, State Surveillance Officer Dr Lobsang Jampa said. The death toll in the state remained at 296, as no new fatality due to the infection was recorded in the last 24 hours. Arunachal Pradesh had become COVID-free on March 27 as the active case count hit zero on that day. The state has amongst the least cases in India The northeastern state now has three active cases, while 64,188 people have recovered from the disease. The state has conducted over 12.69 lakh sample tests for COVID-19 so far, including 114, on Tuesday, Jampa said. State Immunisation Officer Dimong Padung said 16,66,220 people have been inoculated thus far.

Landslide on NH-10

SHILLONG, APR 6 (PTI): Heavy rainfalls triggered a series of landslides in M e g h a l aya , a f f e c t i n g normal lives, officials said on Wednesday. At least 25 students missed their board examinations due to the rains on Tuesday, they said. Of them, 22 students were appearing for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination and three students for the Higher

IMPHAL, APR 6: The Scheduled Tribe Demand Committee (STDC) M a n i p u r o n Tu e s d ay lauded Rajya Sabha MP Sanajaoba Leishemba for raising the demand for inclusion of Meetei/ Meitei in the ST list of the Indian Constitution in the Parliament. The Rajya Sabha MP raised the matter today in the ongoing Parliament session. He tabled the matter to include the Meetei/Meitei in the scheduled tribe list of India under Article 342(1) of the Constitution as special mention in the Parliament. Raising the matter in the Rajya Sabha, Sanajaoba Leishemba asserted that the community has been pressing the Central government to include it in the ST list since 2013 by submitting many representations to the Prime Minister, Union home minister, Union minister of tribal affairs and others. However, no concrete response was received

Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HSSLC) exam, they said. The Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBoSE) is yet to decide on conducting a reexamination for such students, they said. O n M o n d a y, a t least two persons were killed in Mawlat area in Mawkynrew Block of East Khasi Hills district in a massive landslide caused by the rains. The Shillong-Dawki

Sanajaoba Leishemba from the Union and state governments till date. He stressed the need for a constitutional safeguard of the Meetei/ Meitei community by giving the scheduled tribe status. Delay in granting the status will reduce the community to a minority a s t h e c o m mu n i t y i s vulnerable to become refugees in their own ancestral land with a proud nation for more than 5000 years. He drew the attention of the Parliament to instruct the state government to do the needful as early as possible.

Mention may be made that MP Sanajaoba did try to raise the same issue during the 2021 monsoon session of the Parliament but he missed the opportunity as the session was shortened due to COVID-19 pandemic. Lauding the MP for raising the matter, STDC Manipur reiterated its demand to take up necessary steps for recommending the Centre for inclusion of the community in the ST list at the earliest, in a statement. The Meetei/Meitei community needs the ST status for constitutional safeguard, it added.

AIZAWL, APR 6 (PTI) Mizoram reported 149 fresh COVID-19 cases on Wednesday, 26 less than the previous day, taking the tally to 2,25,112, a health department official said. T h e C OV I D - 1 9 fatality remained at 687 as the state had not reported any new fatality since Monday, he said. The 149 fresh cases

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Parliament passed a bill on Wednesday for the inclusion of the Darlong community as a sub-tribe of Kuki in the list of Scheduled Tribes of Tripura. Rajya Sabha passed the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order (Amendment) Bill-2022 with a voice vote. Lok Sabha had cleared the bill on March 28. Speaking on the bill in the Upper House of Parliament, Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Renuka Saruta said the inclusion of the Darlong community as a sub-tribe of Kuki will give it an identity in the list of Scheduled Tribes of Tripura. Kuki is one of the main tribal communities in Northeast India and the Darlong community in Tripura will become its 18th sub-tribe. The minister said Tr i p u r a h a s a t r i b a l

were detected from 1,423 samples tested. The singleday positivity rate is 10.47 per cent. Mizoram now has 755 COVID-19 active cases, while 2,23,670 people have recovered from the infection so far, including 157 people on Wednesday. T h e C OV I D - 1 9 recovery rate now is 99.36 per cent and the death rate

2 nabbed from near Kolkata in Arunachal policeman murder

I TA NAG A R , A P R 6 (PTI): All three suspects in the murder of a subinspector in Itanagar were arrested, police said on Wednesday. Sub-inspector Sibu George (50), a native from Kerala who was posted at DGP Cell in Police Headquarters here, was found dead in his quarters at SRPL Colony here on Friday morning. Two of the suspects were arrested from Barrackpore near Kolkata on Tuesday, while the main suspect was nabbed from Assam’s Lakhimpur district, Sub-divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Kamdam Sikom said.

R Lall Academy Trophy and NEPA Silver Medal for exemplary conduct was bagged by Cadet Sub Inspector Mritunjoy Singha. I n t h e ye a r 2 0 2 1 NEPA has conducted several offline courses and a total of 292 police personnel and trainees have participated. Besides, the Academy also conducted 50 online courses / webinars in the year 2021, in which 1500 personnel have participated. From January this year till date, NEPA has conducted 11 offline courses so far, where 278 police personnel and other officers have participated. The Academy has also conducted 9 online webinars and in-service courses and a total of 236 trainees have participated in these courses. NEPA is one of its kind in the Country, under Ministry of Home affairs, Government of India. It is dedicated to impart training to the police personnel of the North Eastern States and also from across the country to safeguard the value of freedom - freedom from disorder, criminal acts and criminals. The academy has done a remarkable service in bringing cohesiveness, professionalism, cooperation and uniformity among the State police forces of the North Eastern Region.

The murder weapon, a knife, was recovered near the crime scene, while two sharp weapons were recovered from the Jollang Bridge near a school here. “The murder weapon was retrieved on the basis of the information provided by the prime suspect. The forensic team is working on it,” the officer said. George used to provide cash loans and the prime suspect used to work as an agent, he said. He was murdered because of a financial transaction, the officer said. Declining to share further details, Sikom said the matter is still under investigation.

population of around 11.66 lakh, which is 31.76 per cent of the state’s total population according to the census of 2011. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs, along with other central government agencies, has taken several steps for the development of the tribal community while keeping in mind their unique culture and tradition, she added. The government will consider the demands t h a t h ave c o m e f r o m several states, including Chhattisgarh, for the inclusion of other communities in the list of Scheduled Tribes, Saruta said. The minister alleged that in West Bengal the tribal communities are unable to get benefits of various central government schemes due to the policy of the state government. Saruta asserted that

the Centre has focussed on the education of tribal children and increased the number of Eklavya Model Schools and enhanced the budgetary allocation for it. Members cutting across party lines supported the bill that amends the Constitution (Scheduled Tribes) Order, 1950. While supporting the bill, Phulo Devi Netam of the Congress said the government remembered A d i va s i s n ow a s t h e assembly election in the state is approaching. Manik Saha of the BJP said the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed to the welfare of all and termed the bill “historic”. Santanu Sen of the Tr i n a m o o l C o n g r e s s said there are 427 tribal communities in the country, of which 130 major categories are from the Northeast.

is 0.30 per cent. The state has so far tested more than 19 lakh samples for COVID-19. According to state Immunisation officer Dr Lalmuanawma Jongte, over 8.30 lakh people have been inoculated till Tuesday and 6.70 lakh of them have received both doses of the vaccine. PTI COR

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Pawar meets PM, flags ED action against Raut

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): As the Enforcement Directorate stepped up heat on Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut, NCP supremo Sharad Pawar on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and told him injustice was being done against the senior Parliamentarian and editor. Pawar met Modi at the Prime Minister’s Office in Parliament along with NCP Lok Sabha member P P Mohammad Faizal, who raised issues related to his constituency Lakshadweep. Pawar said he flagged the issues of central agencies targeting Raut and the alleged inaction of Governor Bhagat Singh Koshiyari on the Maharashtra g o ve r n m e n t p r o p o s a l regarding nominations to the state Legislative Council. “On what basis was action taken against Sanjay Raut? This is injustice. What was the provocation? Just because he is making some statements and criticisms does not mean action should be taken against him. What was the need,” Pawar told reporters here. “It is our duty to bring to the Prime Minister’s notice the injustice being done to a journalist and a

Sharad Pawar with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

senior Parliamentarian,” Pawar said. On Tuesday, the ED had attached assets worth more than Rs 11.15 crore of Raut’s wife and two of his associates in a moneylaundering investigation linked to certain land deals. Asked whether the central investigation agencies’ action against leaders of the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), the ruling coalition in the state, affected the stability of the Maharasthra government, Pawar exuded confidence that the government will complete its entire term. “The MVA will also retur n to power in the elections in 2024,” the NCP chief said. Hours before Pawar’s meeting with the PM, the CBI took custody

of former Maharashtra home minister and NCP leader Anil Deshmukh. Pawar reiterated that he was not interested in the post of UPA chairperson as the largest party in the opposition was the natural choice to lead the opposition c o a l i t i o n . Pawa r a l s o sought to downplay Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari’s presence at a dinner at his residence on Tuesday evening. “I had invited MLAs from Maharashtra, who are in Delhi for a training workshop in Parliament, over dinner. Several of them had issues related to roads in their constituencies, so I requested Gadkari to come over to hear their grievances,” the NCP chief said.

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Prof refers to ‘rape’ in Hindu myths, suspended by AMU ALIGARH (UP), APR 6 (PTI): Aligarh Muslim University on Wednesday suspended a professor who referred to examples of “rape” in Hindu mythology during a forensic science class, provoking accusations of hurting religious sentiments. According to AMU officials, Dr Jitendra Kumar, an assistant professor at AMU’s Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, made the references to “rape” in mytholog y while conducting a class on medical jurisprudence. H e wa s s e r ve d a showcause notice asking him to explain within 24 hours why disciplinary action should not be taken against him. The university authorities also set up a two-member probe committee, but he was suspended pending the outcome of the inquiry, an official told PTI. This was because of the seriousness of the issue and preliminary evidence that indicated misconduct, the official said. After getting the n o t i c e, t h e p r o f e s s o r apologised. In a letter to AMU vice chancellor Tariq Mansoor on Wednesday, Kumar said, “My intention was not

to hurt religious sentiments of any particular religion and it was done only to highlight that rape has been a part of our society since long.” He said it was “an inadvertent mistake” and assured that “no such incident will occur in the future”. His lecture, which included a slide show, led to complaints that he had hurt the religious sentiments of students and staff members. A controversy erupted after someone posted a video clip of the lecture on social media. The AMU authorities acted after reporters approached them for comment on Wednesday. The AMU authorities initially issued a showcause notice on the recommendation of the dean of the faculty of medicine, Prof Rakesh Bhargava. “ Yo u d e l i b e r a t e ly and maliciously played a slide in the powerpoint (presentation) in the classroom under the heading Rape, so as to o u t r a ge t h e r e l i g i o u s feelings of a particular community,” the notice from AMU Registrar Abdul Hamid said, warning him of possible disciplinary action.

If India has chosen side, it is side of peace: Jaishankar on Ukraine NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Asserting that India is strongly against the Russia-Ukraine conflict, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said if New Delhi has chosen a side, it is the side of peace and for an immediate end to violence. Re plying to the discussion in Lok Sabha on the situation in Ukraine, Jaishankar said India was the first country to evacuate its citizens and “served as an inspiration” to others. He said India encourages talks between Ukraine and Russia, including at the level of their presidents, and asserted that if New Delhi can be of any assistance in this matter, it would be “glad to contribute”. India’s approach will be to promote dialogue to end the conflict, he said. Talking about the civilian killings in the Ukrainian city of Bucha, Jaishankar said India is “deeply disturbed” by the reports. “We strongly condemn the killings that have taken place there. This is an extremely serious matter and we support the call for an independent investigation,” he said. Jaishankar also said

S Jaishankar (PTI)

that attributing a political colour to India’s actions visa-vis the Ukraine situation was unfortunate. Elaborating on what India is advocating in Ukraine, he said, “We are, first and foremost, strongly against the conflict, we believe that no solution can be arrived at by shedding blood and at the cost of innocent lives. In this day and age, dialogue and diplomacy are the right answers to any disputes.” One should bear in mind that the contemporary global order has been built on the UN Charter, on respect for international law and for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states, he asserted. “If India has chosen a side, it is a side of peace and it is for an immediate end to violence. This is our principled stand and has consistently guided our

position in international f o r u m s a n d d e b a t e s, including in the UN,” Jaishankar said. In response to RSP member N K Premachandran drawing a contrast between advisories by the Indian embassy with that of other countries, he said the Western countries had a political approach and agenda. Their advisories did not have have the same intent as ours -- welfare of community concerns, Jaishankar said. “When we left Sumi, along with us more nonIndian came out and they came out because of a ceasefire that we had arranged,” he told the house. “As an evacuation, we were the first. If individual citizens left? Yes, many of them did. Many of them left as part of the larger political plan their particular countries had,” he said. “In our case, there was nobody else who had done an evacuation before we did an evacuation. When fighting star ted, many countries said there is nothing we could do about it... you are stuck. When we evacuated, we served as an inspiration,” Jaishankar said.

BSNL to install 1.12L towers to roll out 4G across India Mumbai detects 1st Omicron’s new sub-variant XE Indian engineers and scientists. Our development of 4G network is being appreciated worldwide and it has a core network, radio network with full telecom equipment,” he said during Question Hour. The minister said the BSNL is in the process of ordering 6,000 towers immediately and then 6,000 more and finally 1 lakh to be installed all over the country for the 4G network. He said the development of 5G technology is going on in parallel and will be ready in a few months. Asked about the availability of 4G internet service in trains, he said “if a train is running more than 100 km speed, we need a

5G network”. “There is disruption in the 4G network. But this is a time of technological evaluation and as the 5G is getting ready, 5G will also be available,” he said. Vaishnaw said the Telecom Service Providers fiberise their Base Transceiver Stations (BTSs) installed on mobile towers and 7,93,551 BTSs have been connected by optical fibre in the country as on

February 1, 2022. He said the BTS used to provide mobile communications belong to the Telecom Service Providers (TSPs) and the decisions to connect them through fibre or other means including microwave is taken by TSPs based on various technocommercial considerations including network capacity required at that particular location.

MUMBAI, APR 6 (PTI): The first case of XE, a more transmissible COVID-19 variant, was detected in Mumbai on Wednesday, a civic health official said. A case of the Kappa variant was also detected during a sero survey, the official said, adding the results came in genome sequencing of 376 samples, the 11th batch of testing in the local genome sequencing lab.

As per the sur vey, Omicron variant was found in 228 out of 230 samples (99.13 per cent cases) from Mumbai, he said. The genome sequencing of 376 samples was conducted at the municipal Kasturba Hospital’s Genome Sequencing Lab. The condition of the patients infected with the new strains of the virus was

not serious, the official said. Mumbai on Tuesday reported 56 COVID-19 cases, which is a three-fold rise from the addition to the tally a day earlier, taking the infection count here 10,58,185, a civic official said. The death toll remained unchanged at 19,559, while the recovery count rose by 36 to touch 10,38,356, leaving the metropolis with

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Rhetorical poll promises

henever elections are around the corner, the most talked about issue in Nagaland and perhaps even in Naga inhabited areas in Manipur is the Naga political issue and the expected solution to the several decades-old issue. Assembly elections in Nagaland are due sometime either in February end or March 2023. Expectedly, the Naga political issue continues to draw latitude. It may be recalled that in 1998, a simplistic rationale was that solution being more important than election, the government of India should postpone or extend the election so that solution to the Naga political issue was arrived at. In this regard, Nagaland Post in 1998 in its editorial titled ‘Solution not election’, pitched for solution even if that meant postponement for six months. After, all when all people have been crying for peace since the past several decades, what was the harm if election was postpone only for six months? Then chief minister S.C.Jamir countered, that there was no guarantee that solution can be achieved within six months or one year and for which elections, which are constitutional obligations, cannot be postponed indefinitely. Needless to say, the government of India also refused to commit on such an uncertain time table that would result in constitutional crisis. Again on 2003, the opponent of Jamir went as far as to boast that once they come to power, solution will be achieved within three months. Again, in the run up to the 2009 elections, the issue was about solution to the Naga political issue. The then ruling NPF promised to work for achieving solution and conveniently forgetting its promise of securing solution within three months on coming to power. Again in 2013, the NPF in its manifesto committed to gifting the people - if voted to power - a “political settlement” which is honourable and acceptable.” Having utilised the Naga political issue as a virtual signature tune, the regional parties-NPF and its offshoot the Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party(NDPP) led by former NPF chief minister Nephiu Rio –were in dilemma as the tribal hohos resolved for ‘Solution before election’ which meant the same as in 1998. Interestingly, the BJP, which was the alliance partner of NPF from 2003,2008 and 2013, was emboldened enough to reaffirm that it would contest and fulfil its constitutional obligation and so threw its slogan of ‘election for solution.’ The regional parties since 2003 have used the Naga political issue wholesale, as the fig leaf to prove their bona fide as pro-Naga and in turn, meaning that those who were against them were also against the Nagas. Perhaps people today realise that all the rhetoric and self-assertion since 2003 have been laid bare. On its part, the centre has also tried to squeeze some mileage out of the issue by promising pre-Christmas solutions. When Christmases and New Years passed, the promise continued with before assembly or Lok Sabha elections. Now that assembly election is scheduled in February-March 2023 will the promise be on solution before Christmas 2022 or before assembly election 2023 or Lok Sabha election 2024? This is a political issue even if people feel the need for socio-economic development and good governance. Sadly political parties are again pulling the wool over people’s eyes by focussing only on the political issue that is beyond their ability to fulfil.

DailyDevotion The Collision of God and Sin …who Himself bore our sins in His own body on the tree… —1 Peter 2:24 The Cross of Christ is the revealed truth of God’s judgment on sin. Never associate the idea of martyrdom with the Cross of Christ. It was the supreme triumph, and it shook the very foundations of hell. There is nothing in time or eternity more absolutely certain and irrefutable than what Jesus Christ accomplished on the Cross— He made it possible for the entire human race to be brought back into a right-standing relationship with God. He made redemption the foundation of human life; that is, He made a way for every person to have fellowship with God. The Cross was not something that happened to Jesus— He came to die; the Cross was His purpose in coming. He is “the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world” (Revelation 13:8). The incarnation of Christ would have no meaning without the Cross. Beware of separating “God was manifested in the flesh…” from “… He made Him…to be sin for us…” (1 Timothy 3:16 ; 2 Corinthians 5:21). The purpose of the incarnation was redemption. God came in the flesh to take sin away, not to accomplish something for Himself. The Cross is the central event in time and eternity, and the answer to all the problems of both. The Cross is not the cross of a man, but the Cross of God, and it can never be fully comprehended through human experience. The Cross is God exhibiting His nature. It is the gate through which any and every individual can enter into oneness with God. But it is not a gate we pass right through; it is one where we abide in the life that is found there. The heart of salvation is the Cross of Christ. The reason salvation is so easy to obtain is that it cost God so much. The Cross was the place where God and sinful man merged with a tremendous collision and where the way to life was opened. But all the cost and pain of the collision was absorbed by the heart of God.

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Of Naga Sovereignty, Yehzabo and Flag

he Naga Students Federation (NSF) hoisted the Naga National Flag at Parashen in Tseminyu district on March 22 last. It was to commemorate the first hoisting of the same in 1956 by Thongti Chang, Chief of the then Naga Home Guards. The Naga National Council (NNC) led by A.Z. Phizo also founded the Federal Gover nment of Nagaland (FGN) the same day. On that historic occasion, Thongti Chang read from the Scriptures: “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord. The people He has chosen as His own inheritance” (Psalm 33:12).This was followed by the first Kedhage (President), Khriesaneisa Seyie quoting: “But I say, have they not heard? Yes indeed, their sound has gone out to all the ends of the earth” (Romans 10:18). Ato Kilonser (Prime Minister) Wheha Rengma encouraged, “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness…” (Matthew 6:33). Then the Angh (Governor) of Angami Region, Kruzhalie Peseyie assured “Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? It is God Who justifies” (Romans 8:33). Finally, NNC President A.Z. Phizo perorated, “Not by might nor by power, but by my spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” (Zechariah 4:6). Naga National Flag The original Naga National Flag that was first hoisted at Parashen that of the then FGN which was rectangular with a Star of Bethlehem on left top, a rainbowlike curving from bottom left to top upper right in three colours with red on top yellow in middle and green just above a Red Cross on bottom right against a white background. The Star signifies the birth place of the Messiah while the Cross signifies the Crucifixion of Christ glorified by His Resur rection. Lathon

Kemp (1924-2021) of Sendenyu village was one of the women who wove the first Naga National Flag. Now it seems that flags of NPGs have varied six-sided star on top left, same rainbow-like curving but no Cross against blue background and each one claiming theirs as the right flag. The picture which accompanied the news of NSF hoisting the Naga Flag was not very clear in the printing. The question here arises as to which version of the flag did the NSF hoist? The Naga people in general and more importantly the younger generations may like to know why the Cross has been removed and the five-pointed star substituted with a sixpointed star? Are we Jews to have a Star of David which is on Israel’s flag? There can only be one Naga National Flag. In any case, every sports team or various civic organizations and most institutions have their own flags and uniforms plus rules and regulations. As it is, the GoI has accepted in principle, the use of Naga Flag to flutter on significant historical days and on Naga customary institutions. But there can be only One Naga National Flag. No Sovereignty, No Integration Be that as it may, it is now accepted that where Govt. of India is concerned, there is neither question of Naga sovereignty nor territorial integration of contiguous Naga areas in Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. However, Autonomous Regional Territorial Council is to be independently funded by Govt. of India. Regarding contiguous Naga areas in Myanmar, this will have to be pursued at the international level through diplomatic dialogue. The NSCN (IM) and all the seven Naga Political Groups (NPGs) have their own Yehzabo dif-

fering on some clauses. For Naga issue to be fully resolved all these groups have to sit together and sort out differences with the aim for consensus on Yehzabo and Flag. However, only with (independent) Sovereignty will Constitution and Flag assume their proper hierarchy. Nevertheless, they fully understand that whatever dispensations the Govt. of India will extend to the Naga people will be within the framework of the Indian Constitution. So, the backlash notwithstanding, Minister Temjen Imna Along Longkumer had declared no sovereignty, no integration emphasizing the position of Govt. of India (GoI), for ultimately truth will prevail. What is of immediate concern is that apparently a proposed Special Economic Development Zone (SEDZ) stretching from Peren to Mon districts to adjust fellow Nagas from Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh seems to be in the pipeline. The question here arises as to why such a proposal? Do our Naga brethren in neighbouring States not have their own land and other assets in their places of origin? There is no such conflict that our brethren in those States have to migrate conveniently into Nagaland State. As it is, we have enough migrants who are already benefitting from the facilities available. Besides, such adjustments will definitely be opposed by the Zeliangrong, Angami, Sema, Rengma Lotha, Ao and Konyak tribes whose ancestral lands would be affected perhaps NOT for the better. These areas are also potentially rich in petroleum, gas, coal, tea, forest, flora and fauna and other natural resources yet to be fully explored and economically exploited. Catch-22 In Reality All leaders from the public spectrum including Legislators in Nagaland

Assembly, the heads of NSCN (IM) and NNPGs, civil society organisation (CSOs), even some personalities, to cite a few, must now fully realize that it is high time to call a spade a spade. Some of them have been harping on clichés that are so worn out that the general common people are fed up of hearing them ad nauseam thus being misled and sometimes confused. Even the Naga People’s Movement for Human Rights could have expressed more concern based on its nomenclature. There also need not be any more negative comments on the 16-Point Agreement because we are all partaking of whatever benefits and facilities we can as the 16th State of Indian Union. As Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), sixteenth President of the United States (1861-1865), although assassinated was known as the “Great Emancipator” of Negro slaves said, “You can fool some of the people all the time and all the people some of the time but you cannot fool all the people all the time.” Our United Democratic Alliance (UDA) a.k.a. Opposition-less Gover nment of Nagaland keeps reiterating its role as facilitator which is fine and has so far been encouraging. But for how long? To give it the benefit of doubt, let us understand that it is sincere in its intentions. The Government and its administrative machinery assisted by the Police Force and medical fraternity encouraged by the GoI has done as much as possible for the welfare of the people in all sectors as also during the menacing spread of the Covid-19 pandemic. It is only that due to various twists and turns in the Naga Saga, perhaps a sort of delaying tactics has become the norm and transparency the victim. Our Hon’ble Chief Minister Neiphiu

Rio has even contemplated general elections at this juncture. But why now since the ensuing general elections to the Legislative Assembly are just a year away and various entities are already preparing for it with slogans like “Clean Election Movement”? Moreover, veteran NPF leader Imkong L. Imchen has suggested President’s Rule (PR) but keeping the Legislative Assembly in suspended animation. PR can be extended every six months up to three years. Such views tend to suggest a motive to hold on to power directly or indirectly even indefinitely. This leads to the impression that perhaps this mandated Government of ours may be wary of all the irregularities/ anomalies in financial matters repeatedly pointed out by the Comptroller and Accountant General (CAG) in its Annual Reports not forgetting whatever salvoes the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) has been able to deliver. The Chief Minister who also holds the finance portfolio has announced Rs. 150 crore plus balance for FY 202223 but the overall deficit exceeds Rs 2,400 crores because of leftover deficits from previous financial years. Incidentally, most of the present Legislators were elected in previous terms also. Just in case, if a number of our present leaders were to be voted out of power perhaps they worry about becoming targets of the ED, CBI and NIA? Let us hope not. Meanwhile, let the Core Committee of UDA bring the representatives of NSCN(IM) and NPGs to arrive at a consensus regarding sor ting out whatever differences and conclude its facilitating process without delay so that our elected leaders can carry on their urgent day to day activities for their electorate and for which they have been entrusted. In the process

Govt. of India headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi which has fast-forwarded Look East to Act East policy, and our Naga National leaders ink a historic solution which will be better than nothing pending further development and progress with peace as the security guarantee. Nevertheless, be not surprised if this expected inking may be delayed till after general elections to Nagaland Legislative Assembly in early 2023. Moreover, do not really be surprised if this hope is further extended till after the Lok Sabha elections in 2024. As the Scriptures reiterate, delays in expectations should not be construed as denials of prayer; it will depend on the overall India’s political scenario. Still, let us fervently pray for unity in the Naga family and have faith that the Prime Minister who expresses much affection in words and deeds for the North-East Region will press the Green Signal at the earliest. A Time for Everything Every day is today between yesterday and tomorrow and so is the focal time between the past and the future. Only we, the people at present can rectify the cons of the past and ensure the pros of the future provided we consider things honestly and armed with the confidence in courage of conviction go all out to voice our stand for better change and positive action in our daily lives and open a new frontier. For we shall reap whatever we sow. “All we can do is to be happy and do the best we can while we are still alive. All of us should eat and drink what we have worked for. It is God’s gift.” (Eccles 3:13). As the preacher emphasized, “To everything there is a season and a time for every purpose under the heaven.” (Eccles 3:1). Jack T. Chakhesang

Lotha Hoho reaffirms its memorandum issued on LBCA imbroglio

he Lotha Baptist Churches Association, LBCA, was established at Okotso village in 1923 and has been in existence for the last 99 years. During its long existence, the LBCA has not had any serious confusion like the one that has been going on for last couple of years. The dissatisfaction within the church fraternity has a possibility to disintegrate the LBCA which will be an irreparable loss and misfortune for the Lotha tribe. Hence with the intention to prevent any split and to ensure unity and cohesion of the churches within the Lotha society, a LH Memorandum was issued, on the 18th March 2022., which sought to prevent any social upheaval within the society. The LH is fully aware of the fact of separation of the church and the state, which need to be upheld with mutual respect and transparent functioning of their respective roles. Hence on the pretext of separation of church and state the LBCA is not given the sanction or license to sow seeds of discord within the Lotha society, nor does it give permission to violate the Baptist Distinctive or its own Constitution/Sakhung. Also an organization, like the LBCA, having been registered under the Societies Act does not entail immunity from law nor the justification to abuse

its role. It is now known to most Lotha people that the erstwhile LBCA, led by Rev Dr. Nrio Lotha and Rev Dr L. Tsanso, has a syndicate within which all its authorities are confined. The erstwhile LBCA had violated at least 28 (twenty eight) Sakhung norms/ guidelines, as per Report of LH Fact Finding Committee on LBCA. It may also be apprised that the erstwhile LBCA has many Court cases ongoing, both in the High Court and in the Judicial Magistrate Court. The concerned District Administration has so far not been able to persuade the LBCA leaders to sit across table for amicable settlement. The Initiative to amicably settle the problems of discord within and without the LBCA, have been taken up by many, including the sitting Lotha Legislators (in co ordination with the District Administration and social organization), Eramoe Lanlyui den (Elder Moderators team), led by MLA Dr. Chumben Murry, the NBCC (entrusted by the High Court), many sub groups within the LBCA , Lotha Hoho etc; but to no avail; since the LBCA leaders refused to attend any meeting for negotiation for amicable settlement. However the LH, with the hope and expectation to settle the issues amicably, had convened a Consultative meet-

ing on the 28th of February, 2022, of Lotha Hoho and its frontal constituents across Nagaland, Lotha Women Hoho, Lotha Students’ union, Lotha youth Hoho, Lotha GBs Association, Wokha District Village Council Chairmen Association, Lotha Elder Theological intellectuals, Pastors of Lotha Baptist Churches, all Lotha Social organisations and LBCA. The LBCA representatives (Lotha Baptist Pastors Sanrhyu and Lotha Baptist Theological Association), were asked to attend the meeting; but the LBCA leaders did not allow its members to attend the meeting and hence no fruitful deliberation was done. A second Consultative meeting of all the parties mentioned above (para 2) was convened on the 18th of March, 2022; but the LBCA had refused to attend the Consultative meeting, yet again. Hence finding no opportunity to deliberate for amicable settlement; the house had no option but to adopt a joint resolution to let the LH issue a Memorandum; to reorganise the LBCA. The LH, in its Memorandum NO. LH/WKA/ EDN- SOCIAL/2019 dated 18th March 2022, on LBCA, had referred to Article 371A to highlight the provisions that any settlement of dispute; by local organization by way

of Naga Customary Practice is valid and not to be reviewed by the Court of Law. That the point No. 8 of the 16-point Agreement had recognized the local bodies such as Village and Tribal Council. This Agreement had necessitated the enactment of the Nagaland Village and Tribal Council Act 1978, amended up to 2011. Hence the LH has acted as per the provisions of this Act and Article 371A and the LH reaffirms its action. As is clearly evident by its content; the LH Memorandum had not dissolved the LBCA in its entirety, but the erring setup of the then Administrative body so as to prevent further discord within the Lotha Baptist churches. This LH claim is clearly testified by the installation of the Pro tem Team for an interim period of 6 (Six) months, for reorganizing the LBCA. The LH had sought to reorganize and streamline the LBCA setup so that the LBCA may function in accordance with its constitution/Sakhung, as it should. The work of reorganization has begun w.e.f. 18th March 2022, with the installation of a pro tem team of 9 (nine) members, followed by appointment and dedication of the top 6 (six) posts of LBCA, on 28th March 2022 at Kohima and then followed by selection and dedication of 42 (forty

two) Executive members at Okotso village on 5th April 2022; and thereby the work of reorganization is almost complete. Hence the claim of the Deputy Commissioner, Wokha, that the LH had dissolved the LBCA is incorrect and misleading. It may be stated that the concerned District Administration was unable to persuade the LBCA leaders for deliberation for amicable settlement of the imbroglio and hence , as is required, by the Nagaland Village and Tribal Council Act which states “… the apex tribal councils shall assist the state government and its various agencies in the maintenance of law and order in

the society, maintenance of peace and communal/ tribal harmony….”. the LH had no other option but to intervene by convening a Consultative meeting with all concerned organizations; and to issue a Memorandum, as per the joint resolution of the Consultative Meeting on 18th March 2022. It is therefore reiterated that the action of the Lotha Hoho is legitimate, and therefore need to be upheld by all concerned authorities including the Tribal Hohos of Nagaland. Chairman, Lotha Hoho, Er. Mhondamo Ovung General Secretary, Lotha Hoho, S. Abenthung Ngullie

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Repair the roads while the potholes are young

Sir,

I have been coming across many potholes which are wearing apart everyday. With shops mushrooming, the stretches are becoming congested and the potholes add to the trouble, making it hard for drivers to navigate. These potholes not only create traffic congestion but also lead to gross wastage of fuel. They also have an effect on the functioning of vehicles and tyres—and we all know that vehicle maintenance is difficult for many, with prices of all the commodities skyrocketing. I hope that the concerned authorities would look into these roads. Vilokali Swu, Dimapur town

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Modi says it stands for ‘rashtra bhakti’, rivals for ‘parivar bhakti’

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Asserting that the BJP stands for “rashtra bhakti” and its rivals for “parivar bhakti”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that people are gradually coming to the realisation that dynastic parties are the “biggest enemies” of democracy. Addressing BJP members on the party’s 42nd foundation day, he said dynastic parties are dedicated to further family rule and have little regard for constitutional norms and cover up corruption and misdeeds of each other even though they may be active in different states. In a reference to geo political developments due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, he said India is acting by keeping its national interest supreme when the world is divided into two opposing poles. Targeting political rivals, he said when these parties active nationally or in states come to power, members of some families dominate from local bodies to Parliament and added that only the BJP has chal-

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lenged them and made it an electoral issue. They did not allow the country’s young talent to come up and betrayed them, he said, without naming any party. BJP workers are fighting against the “injustice” and “atrocities” of these parties by sticking to democratic values, he said, adding that some have even sacrificed their lives, a reference to deaths of party members in alleged political violence in opposition-party ruled states like West Bengal and Kerala. Our struggle will continue till these anti-democratic forces are defeated, he said. Modi said BJP governments have run welfare

schemes without any discrimination and worked to take them to every beneficiary while previous dispensations were driven by vote bank politics in which some sections of society were made promises while larger sections ignored. The BJP succeeded in convincing people of the dangers of such an approach, he said. Discrimination and corruption were “side effects” of vote bank politics, he said, adding the government machinery now works to reach every intended beneficiary as part of its resolve for saturation coverage of welfare programmes. Any discrimination cannot stay in such a mechanism, he said, asserting these measures are the biggest instrument of social justice. For the BJP, he said “rajniti” (politics) and “rashtra niti” (policies for country’s welfare) cannot be separate. People have been voting the BJP to power due to its work without any discrimination, he said and referred to wide support it has received from Dalits and

backwards besides other sections of society. The prime minister especially cited the big support to the party from women voters in various elections, and said its policies to empower them and make their lives better with programmes targeted at their health and security have brought them at the forefront in the BJP’s support. The ongoing programmes to mark the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence and the “rapidly changing” global order which has presented the country with new opportunities makes the ruling party’s foundation day “very important”, he said and also cited the BJP’s poll success in retaining power in four states as another key marker along with it becoming the first party in three decades to have 100 members in the Rajya Sabha. A BJP member is representative of the country’s dreams and resolve, the prime minister said, adding this is an era of social justice, harmony, self reliance and taking “local (products) to global” stage.

K’taka CM meets FM; discusses GST, pending projects NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Wednesday met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and requested fund clearance for the Upper Bhadra Project and advance approval of green energy corridor projects. Bommai, who is on a two-day visit to the national capital, met the finance minister in the Parliament complex. He has sought time again for a meeting with BJP president JP Nadda to discuss state politics and cabinet expansion, and it could take place later during the day. “I have sought time from Naddaji again. He may give time either in the evening or night,” he told reporters here. Sharing the outcome of the meeting with the finance minister, the chief minister said, “I attended the BJP Foundation Day. After that, I met the FM and mainly requested fund clearance for the Upper Bhadra Project, and advance clearance of the Green Energy Corridor project”. Bommai also discussed the GST Group of Ministers’ meeting with Sitharaman in detail and proposed a meeting of millet growers to be held in Raichur.

Al-Qaeda chief uses Karnataka hijab row to target democracy in India

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Al-Qaeda chief Ayman Al-Zawahiri has used the recent Hijab controversy in Karnataka to target democracy in India, saying “we must stop being deceived by the mirage of the pagan Hindu democracy”. In a 8.43-minute video clip released by the terror outfit online, and verified by the American SITE Intelligence Group, Zawahiri also showered praises on Karnataka college student Muskan Khan for confronting a group of students opposing hijab in her college in early February. In the Arabic video clip, with English subtitles provided by SITE Intelligence Group that tracks online activity of white supremacist and jihadist organisations, Zawahiri also reads out a poem which he says he wrote for “our Mujahid sister” and for her “brave feat”. “May Allah reward her for exposing the reality of Hindu India and the deception of its pagan democracy,” the Al-Qaeda chief said in the video, also ending speculations about his death due to natural causes. The video, the Al-Qaeda chief ’s second in the past

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six months, focused mostly on the hijab controversy. “...we must shake off the delusions that confound us... we must stop being deceived by the mirage of the pagan Hindu democracy of India, which, to begin with, was never more than a tool to oppress Muslims,” said Zawahiri, one of the world’s most wanted terrorists. Addressing the Muslims of the Indian sub-continent, he said they must realise that in the real world there is no such thing as ‘human rights’ or ‘respect of the Constitution’ or ‘law’. “…It is exactly the same scheme of deception which the West has employed against us, the true nature of which was exposed by France, Holland, and Switzerland when they banned the hijab while allowing public nudity,” he said. “The enemies of Islam

are one and the same…who vilify the hijab and assail the Islamic Shariah... It is a war on Islam, its core doctrines, its laws, ethics, and etiquettes.” Calling for the unity of Muslims from China to the Islamic Maghreb, and from the Caucasus to Somalia, Zawahiri said, “We must rely on Allah alone and actively cooperate with one another.” “We must realize that the governments imposed on us, specifically in Pakistan and Bangladesh, do not defend us; rather, they defend the very enemies that they have empowered them to fight against us,” he said. The hijab row began in January from a government PU College in Udupi where six students who attended classes wearing headscarves in violation of the stipulated dress code were sent out. It later spread to a few other colleges in nearby Kundapur and Byndoor. The Karnataka High Court later dismissed all writ petitions filed by Muslim girl students seeking permission to wear a hijab in colleges, saying Hijab is not a part of essential religious practices of Islam.

87 civilians, 99 security personnel ‘Current geopolitical situation highlights need for indigenisation’ killed in J&K since Art 370 scrapped NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): As many as 87 civilians and 99 security personnel have been killed in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019, as compared to 177 civilians and 406 security personnel in the previous five years, Union Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai informed the Rajya Sabha. The minister said the central government has a policy of zero tolerance against terrorism and there has been a substantial decline in terrorist attacks from 417 in 2018 to 255 in 2019, 244 in 2020 and 229 in 2021. As many as 177 civilians and 406 security personnel were killed from May 2014 to August 4, 2019 in Jammu and Kashmir, while 87 civilians and

99 security personnel were killed from August 5, 2019 to November 2021, he said in a written reply to a question. “A robust security and intelligence grid is in place to prevent any terrorist attack. In addition, day and night area domination, round the clock checking at Nakas, patrolling and proactive operations against terrorists are being carried out,” he said. Replying to another question, the minister said the Jammu and Kashmir government has reported having received proposals for investments worth approximately Rs 51,000 crore since the abrogation of Article 370. He said the union government has notified the new central sector scheme

for industrial development of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir announced on February 19, 2021 to attract capital investment, with a financial outlay of Rs 28,400 crore (upto the year 2037). The scheme provides for four types of incentives namely (i) capital investment incentive, (ii) capital interest subvention, (iii) goods and services tax linked incentive and (iv) working capital interest subvention, he said. Moreover, Rai said, in order to boost industrial development in the Union Territory, the government of Jammu and Kashmir has also notified the J&K Industrial Policy, J&K Private Industrial Estate Development Policy and J&K Industrial Land Allotment Policy.

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): In an apparent reference to the crisis in Ukraine, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday told top commanders of the Indian Air Force that the current geopolitical situation has again highlighted the need for indigenisation of military hardware. In his inaugural address at a three-day commanders’ conference of the IAF, Singh also delved into the challenges being faced by India on the northern and western borders and expressed satisfaction over the way Indian Armed Forces have been able to respond to emerging situations, officials said.

The defence minister also praised the IAF’s role in ‘Operation Ganga’ under which stranded Indians were evacuated from Ukraine after the crisis unfolded in that country, they said. The commanders of the IAF will carry out a comprehensive review of India’s security challenges and review the force’s preparations to deal with any situation. Mitigation of threats posed by drones will also be brainstormed during the conference. In his address, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, asked the commanders to be ready to meet all the challenges and enhance

minister noted that he was situations,” it said. happy to observe that the Singh stressed that the directions given by higher current geopolitical situaauthorities were comprehen- tion has again highlighted sively being discussed in the the need for indigenisation. conference and would be the To provide a boost to guiding light for all future the indigenous drone induscourses of action. try, Singh also launched a “He covered the chal- competition aimed at delenges being faced on the veloping technology for a northern and western bor- ‘swarm drone-based system’ ders and expressed his sat- to detect foreign objects on Rajnath Singh isfaction in the way Indian aircraft operating surfaces, capabilities for responding Armed Forces have been according to the IAF statein multiple domains at short able to respond to emerging ment. notice. He also emphasised the need for conserving assets, optimally utilising resources and the need for jointmanship to enhance The following courses are offered:national security, according 1. Coaching for NPSC (Prelims 2022), SSC, Banking and to a statement by the IAF. other competitive exams. It said the defence 2. Computer Course:- (CCA, DCA & DTP) 3. Spoken English 4 Stenography & Typewriting 5. Cutting & Tailoring 6. Embroidery 7. Knitting Contact: CAPITAL TRAINING INSTITUTE & COACHING CENTRE Near T.C.P Gate, Kohima k-706/22 Mob: 9402831939/9774243787

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Officials at the launching of ‘The Cool New Toyota Glanza’. (NP)

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (AGENCIES): Country’s leading automaker Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) on Wednesday announced to “proactively and voluntarily” recall 19,731 units of its EECO model. The recall is being undertaken to inspect and rectify ‘incorrect marking of wheel rim size’, if any, on the wheel in some of these vehicles, the automaker said in a statement. In a routine inspection, Maruti Suzuki found that in some units of EECO,

DPRO Dimapur Lolano Patton inaugurating the cafe.

Officer (DPRO) Dimapur, Lolano Patton after a dedicatory prayer by associate pastor of Dimapur Lotha Baptist Chruch. In her inaugural speech, Patton applauded the family members of Torie for encouraging and approving her decision (From p-1) instead of pressuring her to The CPRO responded go for government jobs. that NFR had not received any such summon letter. Meanwhile, when this reporter inspected the encroached lands, a railway official here provided a list Securities. In the previous trade, containing 631 names of the precious metal finished land encroachers. It was also learnt that at Rs 51,376 per 10 grams. Silver also rallied by almost all buildings and Rs 437 to Rs 66,977 per kg schools around the railway from Rs 66,540 per kg in station were tagged as encroached land. The official the previous trade.

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DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): An instant messaging social media app “Bujulo,” developed by a 23-year old from Nagaland was launched here on April 4 by president Dimapur Sumi Council, Kuhoi Zhimomi. Bujulo is derived from a Sumi dialect meaning touch it. Creator of the app, Hiboka Sumi, who graduated from Unity College, said that Bujulo won’t be another social media but will try to evolve as a super app in the coming years, where it will have interactive social platform, social ecommerce

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NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Gold prices in the national capital on Wednesday jumped Rs 58 to Rs 51,434 per 10 grams in tandem with firm global trends and rupee depreciation, according to HDFC

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DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): A café “Wisteria” located at ADC court Dimapur which offers clean hygienic food and variety of beverages was inaugurated here on Wednesday. According to DIPR report, the café owned by Torie Merry was inaugurated by District Public Relations

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DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Toyota Kirloskar Motor on Wednesday launched “The Cool New Toyota Glanza” at Okusa Toyota, Thilixublock VI opposite Zoological Park, Dimapur. It was launched in the presence of TKM Ryosuke Oshida and Okusa Toyota section on the Company CEO Hokugha Yeptho. The website www.marutisuzuki. newly launched car boasts com and fill in their vehicle chassis number (MA3 followed by 14-digit alphanumeric number) to check if their vehicle needs any attention in this regard, MSIL further stated. The chassis number is embossed on the vehicle ID (From p-1) They come three times plate and is also mentioned before Counting. Firstly, 45 in the vehicle invoice/regisdays before elections, to tration documents. Shares of Maruti Su- set the EVMs. Secondly, zuki on Wednesday closed during filing of nomina0.21 per cent lower at Rs tions to set Candidates’ names and symbols. EVM 7,744.55 apiece on BSE. numbers are also declared for all polling stations. Lastly, they come 10 days before counting and stay alibi for the NFR to ignore till counting. They release development of Dimapur EVMs from strong rooms railway station. One of the with magistrates,” Therie reasons for the state governsaid. ment’s unresponsive attitude  Stating that those enwas probably the heightened gineers were company enfocus on construction of the gineers, NPCC chief said  railway like from Dhansirithey know all the codes Zubza-Kohima project. However, this focus  as they own the software. need not be at the expense “Some claim these EVM of improving Dimapur rail- engineers are also BJP way station, which serves  Bhakts. As such, EVM not only Nagaland but also manipulation is possible,” Karbi Anglong.  he claimed. He said NPCC also suggested   ‘one day pollACROSS ing’ with counting on the 3 Female servants (5) same day, stop appointing 8 Bishop’s headdress  EVM engineers and rather, take up training of officers. (5)  He said NPCC would not 10 Spools (5) give up till the trust in 11 Owing (3) democratic elections was  12 Quick (5) restored.

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mies in developing Asia are starting to find their footing as they slowly emerge from the worst of the covid-19 pandemic, however, geopolitical uncertainty and new covid-19 outbreaks and virus variants could derail this momentum. East Asia is expected to see economic growth of 4.7% this year and 4.5% in 2023. The People’s Republic of China, the region’s largest economy, is forecast to grow 5.0% this year and 4.8% next year, amid continued export strength, the report added. The bank said that the expected the inflation in the Asia remains manageable but is forecast to rise to 3.7% this year, before moderating to 3.1% in 2023.

follow some basic cyber financial hygiene. The government has advised the public to never share personal details, bank account details, OTPs, password, PIN numbers, credit/debit card details with anyone. People have been asked to never open emails/messages from unknown sources and never download unverified apps. Also, whenever there is solicitation or advertisements or information regarding easy income, returns, loans, lottery, prize money, cash back etc. which appear attractive, one should be vigilant and not be lured by such scams. As digital payments become more convenient and widespread, crooks and fraudsters are always finding new ways to convince and dupe innocent public of their hard-earned money.

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pansion in exports. The Manila-based multilateral institution cautioned that the Russian invasion of Ukraine poses the most severe risk to developing Asia’s economic outlook. The war is already affecting economies in the region through sharp increases in prices for commodities such as oil, and has heightened instability in global financial markets, the ADB report added. “Covid-19 continues to impact many parts of developing Asia, with some economies experiencing new surges in cases,” it further added. ADB chief economist Albert Park said that econo-

(From p-1) The money is transacted through multiple bank accounts, crypto accounts and popular e-wallets like PhonePe, Paytm. In most of the cases, rapport and trust is established with the victims after which they are defrauded. In another multi-crore financial fraud in India, also related to the Chinese app scams, a large racket involving loans was unearthed where victims are given loans through downloaded apps and all their details are accessed by the fraudsters and later, they are harassed and extorted with huge interest rates. They operate through multiple identities, accounts, phone numbers etc. Therefore, the government has advised the public to remain ever vigilant and

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NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Wednesday projected India’s economy to expand by 7.5% in financial year 2022-23 (FY23) and by 8% in the following year, while also highlighting downside risks to the outlook arising from the Ukraine conflict, covid-19 and tightening of rates by the US Fed. It has also projected South Asian economies to collectively grow by 7% in 2022 and 7.4% in 2023, in its latest report. The developing Asian economies are estimated to grow by 5.2% this year and 5.3% in 2023 led by robust recovery in domestic demand and continued ex-

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C O L O M B O, A P R 6 (PTI): Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa late Tuesday night revoked the state of emergency he had declared on April 1 with immediate effect in his island nation. In a gazette notification no 2274/10 issued on Tuesday night, the president said he has withdrawn the emergency rule ordinance which gave security forces sweeping powers to curb any disturbance in the country. President Rajapaksa has declared a public emergency on April 1 amid a spate of protests over the worst economic crisis in the country. The emergency was

imposed because of the mass scale protests planned for April 3 against the current economic hardships faced by the people. Later, the government imposed an island-wide curfew. Protests continued despite curfew and the state of emergency with senior ruling party figures having their homes surrounded by angry protesters who urged the government for solutions to the economic crisis. Several people were injured and vehicles were set on fire as the agitation turned violent. Police fired tear gas and water cannons at the protesters after they pulled down a steel barricade placed near the

president’s residence. Following the incident, several people were arrested and a curfew was briefly imposed in most parts of Colombo city. A foreign exchange crunch in Sri Lanka has led to a shortage of essential goods such as fuel and cooking gas. Power cuts that last up to 13 hours a day. The revocation of the gazette assumes significance as the ruling coalition appeared to have lost its majority in the 225 member Parliament with over 40 MPs declaring independence from the ruling coalition. The emergency approval needs to be ratified in the assembly after 2 weeks of it coming into effect. The Opposition demanded in Parliament on Monday to debate the emergency for its approval. The second largest group within the ruling Sri Lanka People’s Party (SLPP) coalition had officially conveyed to Rajapaksa that their 14 members would not back the motion.

WASHINGTON, APR 6 (AP): As gruesome videos and photos of bodies emerge from the Kyiv suburb of Bucha, Kremlinbacked media are denouncing them as an elaborate hoax — a narrative that journalists in Ukraine have shown to be false. Denouncing news as fake or spreading false reports to sow confusion and undermine its adversaries are tactics that Moscow has used for years and refined with the advent of social media in places like Syria. In detailed broadcasts to millions of viewers, correspondents and hosts of Russian state TV channels said Tuesday that some photo and video evidence of the killings were fake while others showed that Ukrainians were responsible for the bloodshed. “Among the first to appear were these Ukrainian shots, which show how a soulless body suddenly moves its hand,” a report Monday on Russia-1’s evening news broadcast declared. “And in the rearview mirror it is noticeable that the dead seem to be starting to rise even.” But satellite images from early March show the dead were left out on

the streets of Bucha for weeks. On April 2, a video taken from a moving car was posted online by a Ukrainian lawyer showing those same bodies scattered along Yablonska Street in Bucha. High-resolution satellite images of Bucha from commercial provider Maxar Technology reviewed by The Associated Press independently matched the location of the bodies with separate videos from the scene. Other Western media had similar reports. Over the weekend, AP journalists saw the bodies of dozens of people in Bucha, many of them shot at close range, and some with their hands tied behind them. At least 13 bodies were located in and around a building that residents said was used as a base for Russian troops before they retreated last week. Yet Russian officials and state-media have continued to promote their own narrative, parroting it in newspapers and on radio and television. A top story on the we b s i t e o f a p o p u l a r pro-Kremlin newspaper, Komsomolskaya Pravda, pinned the mass killings on Ukraine, with a story that claimed “one more

People stand next to a mass grave in Bucha, on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, April 4, 2022.

irrefutable proof that the An opinion column genocide in Bucha’ was published Tuesday by the carried out by Ukrainian state-run news agency RIA forces”. Novosti surmised that the

Bucha slayings were a ploy for the West to impose tougher sanctions on Russia.

conflict, in which China has refused to criticise Moscow. China supports all initiatives and measures “conducive to alleviating the humanitarian crisis” in the country, and is “ready to continue to work together with the international community to prevent any harm to civilians,” Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian told reporters at a daily briefing. “The truth and the

cause of the incident must be verified,” Zhao said. “All parties should exercise restraint and avoid unfounded accusations before a conclusion of the investigation is drawn.” Zhao’s remarks echo those of China’s ambassador to the United Nations, Zhang Jun, who earlier called for an investigation, also describing the reports and images of civilian deaths in Bucha as “deeply disturbing”.

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BEIJING, APR 6 (AP): China on Wednesday said images of civilian deaths in the Ukrainian town of Bucha are “deeply disturbing” but that no blame should be apportioned until all facts are known. Emerging evidence of what appeared to be widespread civilian massacres in the wake of Russian withdrawals from the Kyiv areas may complicate Beijing’s attempts to guide public opinion over the

West set to toughen sanctions Shanghai starts new round of mass testing as Imran Khan faces illegal on Russia; Ukraine urges more COVID-19 cases spiral at record high levels funding probe in US

People line up to buy food at a main shopping area following COVID outbreak in Shanghai, March 29, 2022.

tests on Monday for all its population in pursuance of its dynamic zero-case policy, which is coming under severe strain as the cases are spiralling out of control in many cities. Shanghai’s municipal government has started a round of mass testing on Wednesday morning to spot infections and the transmission chain after studying the results of a three-day mass testing exercise from Sunday to Tuesday, the Post report said. The mass testing exercise, which has never been seen elsewhere in

Australia, UK, US alliance to develop hypersonic missiles

manufacturers to develop even more advanced hypersonic missiles to maintain the country’s edge in military technologies. The Russian military has said that its Avangard system is capable of flying 27 times faster than the speed of sound and making sharp maneuvers on its way Australia accelerates plans to buy long-range strike to a target to dodge the enmissiles years ahead of schedule. ( AP). emy’s missile shield. It has ed by any current missile President Vladimir Putin been fitted to the existing defense system. urged the country’s arms Soviet-built ICBM. I n O c t o b e r, G e n . Mark Milley, the chairman OFFICE OF THE of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, MANGMETONG KAKETSHIR TELONGJEM confirmed that China had MOKOKCHUNG : NAGALAND conducted a test of a hyFELICITATION personic weapon system as this column, the Mangmetong Students' Union would part of its aggressive effort Through like to extend our heartiest congratulations to: to advance in space and 1. Mr. Imtiwapong M Imchen S/O Meren L Imchen and Mrs. S. Amenla for achieving the Gold Medal in Bachelor military technologies. of Science in Physics (Honours) from St. Joseph University Milley described the in the year 2020. Chinese test as a “very sig- 2. M s . L i m a n a r o D / O L t . Te m j e n m o n g b a a n d nificant event of a test of a Mrs. Pangerkumla for achieving the Gold Medal in Master of Commerce (M.Com.) from Nagaland University, Lumami hypersonic weapon system, the year 2018. and it is very concerning,” 3. in D r. B e n j o n g t o s h i S / O M r. I m l i m e r e n A o a n d in a Bloomberg Television Mrs.Tolamenla on being conferred with Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D) in Agricultural Extension from Nagaland University, interview. Russia has used Lumami on his Thesis titled: ‘A livelihood study on French hypersonic missiles “mul(Phaseolus vulgaris L.) growers of Nagaland’. tiple” times in Ukraine, 4. Beans Dr. Lanuyanger Longchar S/O Mr. Tali Longchar and Mrs. according to the top U.S. Temjentola on being conferred with Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D) in Zoology from Nagaland University, Lumami on commander in Europe. his Thesis titled: ‘Biomonitoring of water quality of Dikhu Last fall, as U.S. intelRiver in Nagaland through Macroinvertebrate fauna’. ligence officials had beThe Union further expresses immense joy and pride for come increasingly con- bringing laurels to the community and offer sincerest wishes in cerned about the massing all the future endeavours. Imlikokba Jamir Benjonglemla Imchen of Russian forces on the President, MKT Gen. Secretary, MKT Ukraine border, Russian

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WASHINGTON, APR 6 (AP) : The United States, United Kingdom and Australia announced Tuesday they will work together via the recently created security alliance known as AUKUS to develop hypersonic missiles. T h e m ove c o m e s amid growing concern by the U.S. and allies about China’s growing military assertiveness in the Pacific. U.S. President Joe Biden, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced the plan after holding a check-in on the progress of AUKUS, the Indo-Pacific alliance that was launched by the three countries in September. The leaders said in a joint statement they are “committed today to commence new trilateral cooperation on hypersonics and counter-hypersonics, and electronic warfare capabilities, as well as to expand information sharing and to deepen cooperation on defense innovation.” The U.S., Russia and China have all looked to further develop hypersonic missiles — a system so fast that it cannot be intercept-

the world, was aimed to spot most of the infections and quarantine them in a quick manner to achieve a dynamic zero-COVID-19 goal, the report said. China has r ushed thousands of personnel from various medical services of the military to Shanghai in a similar move to contain the infections in Wuhan, where COVID-19 first emerged in December 2019. The Director of Shanghai’s working group on epidemic control, Gu Honghui, was quoted by the state media as saying that the outbreak in the city

was “still running at a high level.” “The situation is extremely grim,” Gu said. Wu Qianyu, an official from Shanghai health authorities, said at Tuesday’s press briefing that “currently, Shanghai’s epidemic prevention and control is at the most difficult and most critical stage.” “We must adhere to the general policy of dynamic clearance without hesitation, without wavering,” state-run Global Times quoted him as saying. Meanwhile, the National Health Commission said on Wednesday that the Chinese mainland reported 1,383 new locally-transmitted COVID-19 cases on Tuesday. Of the local confirmed cases reported on Tuesday, 973 were in Jilin, 311 in Shanghai, and 17 in Zhejiang. Tuesday also saw 19,199 new asymptomatic cases on the Chinese mainland, the commission said. The number of COVID-19 patients currently undergoing treatment stood at 24,565, including 75 in critical conditions, the report said.

The Valley View Colony Council, VVSTH and VVSSU with immense pride and honour would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to our members who have been promoted recently. 1. Er. Kuhoi Zhimo to SDO (PHE) 2. Mrs Hotoli Swu to Sr HA(Power) We pray that our Almighty God bless them with good health, wisdom and success in all their endeavours. Kakheho Chishi Chairman

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The rank and file of BJP Party of 46 Mandal Mon Town convey its heartiest congratulations to Smti. S Phangnon Konyak on her election to the Rajya Sabha as the first woman BJP MP from Nagaland to the Council of States. The BJP 46 Mon Town thank the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi Ji, Hon'ble Union Minister Shri. Amit Shah Ji, BJP National President Shri. J.P Nadda Ji, National General Secretary (Org) Shri. B.L Santosh Ji, National Mahila Morcha President Smti. Vanthi Srinivasan and all the BJP central leaders and BJP Nagaland under the dynamic leadership of Shri. Temjen Imna Along President of BJP Nagaland and Cabinet Minister GoN on nominating her for the party ticket. We also appreciate the UDA Government under the chairmanship of Shri. T.R Zeliang, Chief Minister Shri. Neiphiu Rio, Dy. CM & BLP Leader Shri. Yanthungo Patton for having faith in her and elected unopposed as the first Woman MP (Rajya Sabha Member) The BJP 46 Mon Town wishes Smti. S Phangnon Konyak success in all her future endeavours. DB-274/22

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activities and receive illegal funding, but to save your skin and escape accountability, you put Pakistan’s foreign policy at stake,” Iqbal said. Iqbal said that Imran Khan did nothing between March 7 and March 27, but suddenly when his allies left him and he received the news from the US that an investigation against him could be launched over “illegal accounts, your fundraising, and your money laundering” he saw the foreign conspiracy theory. The PML-N leader accused Imran Khan of destroying Pakistan’s relations with China, European Union, the US, and the Gulf countries, including Saudi Arabia.

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NEW DELHI, APR 6 (IANS): PML-N leader Ahsan Iqbal has claimed that interim Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan is facing an illegal funding probe in the US and this was the reason that he has resorted to anti-Americanism and made claims about a foreign-funded conspiracy against his government, Samaa TV reported. Ahsan Iqbal claimed Imran Khan sold gifts received from the Gulf nations in the market. Speaking to reporters in Islamabad, Iqbal claimed that Imran Khan Niazi was involved in illegal activities and illegal funding in the US and a probe was likely to be opened. He said Imran Khan’s claim about the foreign-funded conspiracy was made in anticipation of the probe in the US so that he could say that the American government was plotting against him and the investigation and action against him were part of the same conspiracy, Samaa TV reported. “Imran sahib, you become involved in illegal

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The Waromung Shisashir Telongjem kohima extends its heartiest congratulations to Dr. Imlirenla Longkumer, D/o Mr. I. Bendang Longkumer and Mrs. Temjenmongla, on being conferred the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in the Department of English, Nagaland University. Thesis topic "Interpreting Ao Naga Oral Literature: A Study of Select Folksongs, Folktales and Proverbs". The Waromung Shisashir Telongjem kohima would like to wish Dr. Imlirenla a bright future. May she continue to bring more honour to our community and to the society and pray that God will continue to guide and lead her in her new endeavours. Sd/Sd/Sentilong Longchar Imlibenla Longkumer President, WSTK General Secretary, WSTK

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BEIJING/SHANGHAI, APR 6 (PTI): Shanghai, China’s largest city with over 26 million has started a new round of mass testing after the metropolis added 17,007 new COVID-19 infections, setting a daily record for the fifth consecutive day as officials termed the situation “extremely grim” with the case numbers in the financial hub crossing 94,000 since March 1. Shanghai’s single-day infection numbers also beat China’s previous alltime high of 13,436 cases recorded in Wuhan on February 12, 2020, where the coronavirus outbreak first emerged. The residents of the city were kept under tight lockdown for the second week, after mass testing found more than 94,000 infections since March 1, Hong Kong-based South China Morning Post reported on Wednesday. The city reported 311 positive and 16,766 asymptomatic cases on Tuesday as the city held mass testing of antigen on Sunday followed by nucleic acid

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AO SENSO TELONGJEM, DIPHUPAR VILLAGE FELICITATION With immense joy and pleasure, we the Ao Senso Telongjem, Diphupar Village extend our heartiest appreciation and congratulations to the following youths for their great achievements. 1) D r B e n d a n g y a n g e r L o n g k u m e r , s o n o f Late Imnasangba Longkumer for securing the post of Medical Officer (Homoepathy) under the Ministry of Ayush in the examination conducted by Union Public Service Commission. 2) Mr Imtiwapong M Imchen, son of Mr Meren Imchen, for securing First Rank (Gold Medal) in Physics (Hons) in the Undergraduate Examination conducted by St Joseph University, Dimapur. We wish them all the best in their future endeavours. Sd/T. Maong Aier President D.A.S.T

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tracks of a Russian tank left in the area. Capt. Alla Pustova said officers had found 20 bodies in Makariv area in the last two days, as investigators work to understand the scale of atrocities they say retreating Russian forces committed around the capital. Zelenskyy said that civilians had been tortured, shot in the back of the head, thrown down wells, blown up with grenades in their apartments and crushed to death by tanks while in cars. He told the U.N. Security Council on Tuesday that those responsible should immediately be brought up on war crimes charges in front of a tribunal like the one established at Nuremberg after World War II. “There is no security,” he told the body. “So where is the peace that the United Nations was created to guarantee?” Ukrainian authorities have said the bodies of at least 410 civilians have been found in towns around Kyiv.

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KYIV, APR 6 (AP): Western governments prepared Wednesday to toughen sanctions against Russia and send more weapons to Ukraine, after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pointedly accused the world of failing to end Moscow’s invasion of his country and what he said was a campaign of murders, rapes and wanton destruction by Russian forces. In scarred and silent streets of ruined towns around Ukraine’s capital, investigators collected evidence documenting what appeared to be widespread killings of civilians. Specialists cleared mines from devastated towns near Kyiv that Russian troops have left, as Moscow regrouped its forces for a new assault on Ukraine’s east and south at the end of the war’s sixth week. In Andriivka, a small village about 60 kilometers (40 miles) west of the capital, two police officers from the nearby town of Makariv came to identify a dead man, whose body was left in a field, next to

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Diabetes, BP, asthma high in India post Covid Ed Sheeran wins four-year legal

Downey. Lionel Wigram of Wigram productions will also executive produce, with War ner Bros. Television taking the onus of production. As per ‘Variety’, the Downeys first discussed creating “Sherlock Holmes” spinoff shows in 2020, though no details about the characters the projects would focus on has come to light. ‘Sherlock Holmes’ has proven to be a massive hit for Warner Bros, with the film grossing over $524 million worldwide against a reported budget of $90 million. ‘A Game of Shadows’ went on to gross over $543 million worldwide two years later. The third film was originally intended to be released in December 2020 but, due to unforeseen circumstances, it is not currently in production and does not have a specific release date.

Twitter to soon add edit button to help users fix typos

witter on Wednesday announced that it is working to allow users to edit their tweets after posting them to fix typos and errors, as its CEO Parag Agrawal welcomed Tesla and SpaceX CEO to its board of directors. The micro-blogging platfor m said Twitter plans to begin testing the feature with Twitter Blue subscribers in “the coming months.” “Now that everyone is asking... yes, we’ve been working on an edit feature since last year!,” said the company. “We didn’t get the idea from a poll (by Elon Musk). We’re kicking off testing

within @TwitterBlue. Labs in the coming months to learn what works, what d o e s n’ t , a n d w h a t ’s possible,” Twitter posted. The news comes as Musk acquired 9.2 per cent stake for $3 billion in the company. Jay S u l l iva n , t h e company’s VP of consumer product, said that the edit and transparency about button has been the most Wednesday. Without things like what has been edited, requested Twitter feature time limits, controls, “Edit could be misused for many years. “People want to be able to fix (sometimes OFFICE OF THE embarrassing) mistakes, typos and hot takes in the moment. They currently AOYIMKUM VILLAGE wo r k a r o u n d t h i s b y DIMAPUR - 797112 : NAGALAND deleting and tweeting again,” Sullivan said on

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With enormous delight and gratification, the Police Baptist Church Dimapur, Youth Department extend our exuberant congratulations to Miss Imtiyala Longkumer, D/o Mr. Samatongzuk Ao and Mrs. Alemla Ao for securing 1st Rank (Gold Medal) in M.A. Economics batch of 2018-2020 from St. Joseph University, Ikishe Village, Dimapur, Nagaland. The PBCD, Youth Department wishes her success and pray that our Almighty God will continue to lead her in her future endeavours. Mhao T. Kikon President, PBCD,YD

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The Aoyimkum Lanur Telongjem, with immense pride congratulates Shri. Longtsükumba Ao (Longsa tiger) for securing the Silver Medal from NAGALAND, at the GAMMA World Championship in Netherlands and bringing recognition to the state of Nagaland. In order to motivate upcoming youngster to strive for excellence in sports and to boost the morale of high achievers the Aoyimkum Lanur Telongjem would like to impress upon the Government of Nagaland to give a befitting recognition to Shri. LONGTSüKUMBA AO. ALT President Bendangliba Imchen

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thoughtfulness and we will share updates as we go,” he said in a tweet thread. Twitter’s former CEO, Jack Dorsey was always reluctant to add the edit button in the past. Musk, which started a poll this week asking his over 80 million followers if they want an edit button, has announced to make significant improvements to Twitter in coming months. (IANS)

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to alter the record of the public conversation,” he commented. “Protecting the integrity of that public conversation is our top priority when we approach this work”. T h e r e f o r e, i t w i l l take time and “we will be actively seeking input and adversarial thinking in advance of launching Edit. We will approach this feature with care and

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The Chakhesang Students' Union Seluophe is pleased to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Vephilu Soho and Ms. Vethitsolu Soho, daughters of Lt. Dr. Kuzuvehu Soho & Mrs. Besutolu Soho for achieving Gold Medal & Silver Medal respectively in Master of Science in Physics, for the batch 2018-2020 from St. Joseph University, Dimapur, Nagaland. The Union is immensely proud of their outstanding achievements and wishes them best of luck in their future endeavours. Sd/(Dete Therie) President, CSUS

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oogle Docs is getting suppor t for emoji reactions that will allow users to respond to the text with a simple symbol rather than a fully written comment. It said the new emoji reactions feature provides a less formal alternative to comments to express your opinions about document content. “Emoji set is updated to the latest version (Emoji 14.0), reflecting the latest emoji set with options to accurately reflect your identity,” the company said in a blog post. It also said it is bringing gender-neutral options for gender-modifiable emojis. The company also said that there is no admin control for this feature. This feature will be ‘on’ by default and can not be disabled by the user. To access reactions in Docs, users can hover over any message or an existing anchor and click on the “Add reaction” icon. Additionally, emoji preferences are shared with Google Chat, so any preferences set in one app will be reflected in the other. Both apps can be used to update emoji preferences via the picker. (IANS)

starting point for a possible infringement” of copyright. After studying both songs, Zacaroli reached to a conclusion that there were “differences between the relevant parts” of the songs, which “provide compelling evidence that the ‘Oh I’ phrase” in ‘Shape of You’, “originated from

sources other than ‘Oh Why.’” Sheeran is credited as the author of ‘Shape of You’ alongside Snow Pa t r o l s i n ge r Jo h n n y McDaid and producer S t e ve n M c C u t c h e o n , professionally known as Steve Mac. In 2018 Sheeran, McDaid and McCutcheon a l o n g s i d e S o n y / AT V Music Publishing, Rokstone Music Limited, Polar Patrol Music and Kobalt Music - issued legal proceedings against Chokri and O’Donoghue in a bid to get a legal declaration s ay i n g t h e r e wa s n o copyright infringement. As per media reports, two months later, Chokri and O’Donoghue issued a counterclaim alleging copyright infringement and asking for damages and an account of profits. (IANS)

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he ‘Sherlock Holmes’ film universe is all set to bleed into the medium of series. HBO Max is currently housing the early development on two shows tied to the films, sources told ‘Variety’. The potential shows would be set in the world of 2009’s ‘Sherlock Holmes’ a n d 2 0 1 1 ’s ‘ S h e r l o c k Holmes: A Game of Shadows’ starring Robert Downey Jr. as the master detective and Jude Law as Dr John Watson, which were inspired by the books of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. According to the sources of ‘Variety’, the two shows would each focus on a new character that would be introduced in ‘Sherlock Holmes 3.’ Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey will serve as executive producers on the shows along with Amanda Burrell of Team

are a critical matter that need to be addressed. Considering our population of 1.2 billion, these are huge numbers that will increase the burden of disease and impact productivity and economic growth,” he added. He suggested addressing the NCD challenge through promotion of healthy lifestyles, early diagnosis

he four-year legal battle between British musician Ed Sheeran and songwriters Sami Chokri and Ross O’Donoghue over plagiarism charges against Sheeran for his chartbuster ‘Shape of You’ has come to an end, with a court ruling in Sheeran’s favour, reports ‘Variety’. The U.K. High Court ruled on Wednesday that Sheeran had not plagiarized the 2015 song ‘Oh Why’ by Sami Chokri. As per ‘Variety’, in his ruling, Judge Antony Zacaroli said that Sheeran had “neither deliberately nor subconsciously copied” Chokri’s work. He added that there were “similarities between the one-bar phrase” in ‘Shape of You’ and ‘Oh Why’ saying, “such similarities are only a

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“As we emerge from the shadow of Covid, it is imperative to bring the focus back on the pandemic of NCDs, a focus that faced a disruption impacting diagnosis and treatment for millions of patients,” said Dr Prathap C. Reddy, Chairman, Apollo Hospitals Group, in a statement. “For a developing country like India, NCDs

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Ms. Liza G. Kiba Ms. Kitokali H. Jakha The Asukhomi Kughuko Kuqhakulu with immense pride and honour to extend our heartiest congratulations to : 1. Ms. Liza G. Kiba, D/o Mr. Ghokuto Kiba and Mrs. Kihoshi Kiba for successfully achieving Doctor of Philosophy, thesis titled "Assessment of Variability Region" in the Department of Agricultural Engineering, Itanagar, India. 2. Ms. Kitokali H. Jakha, D/o Mr. Hekuto Jakha and Mrs. Hokani Jakha for her outstanding academic excellence and achieving Gold Medal in M.A (Education) from St. Joseph University, Dimapur. The AKK further wishes the very best in all their future endeavours. S G Hollo President, AKK

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and communities with socioeconomic costs that can derail India’s achieving the target of reducing premature mortality from NCDs by one-third by 2030 in line with the United Nations Agenda for Sustainable Development. In India, NCDs kill 6 million people every year of which around 23 per cent are between 30-70 years of age.

and management. The increasing risk of NCDs such as diabetes, BP, and cardiovascular diseases i n I n d i a a r e m a j o r ly the result of physical inactiveness clubbed with genetic factors, revealed a report by Indus Health Plus. Regular preventive screening and a healthy lifestyle with physical activities may help curb the NCDs in the country. According to Dr Tilak Suvar na, senior interventional cardiologist, Asian Hear t Institute, Mumbai, correcting six lifestyle choices such as unhealthy snacking habits, excessive salt consumption, lack of physical activity, overindulging in alcohol, smoking and chewing tobacco, and excessive stress can help people live with not only a healthy heart but overall fitness and well being. (IANS)

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he prevalence and distribution of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disease, asthma, and obesity is significantly on the rise across the country after the two years of Covid-19 pandemic, according to a report, ahead of the World Health Day. World Health Day is a global health awareness day celebrated every year on April 7. The Health of the Nation 2022 report, by Apollo Hospitals, indicated a national prevalence for diabetes mellitus of around 7 per cent, over 8 per cent for hypertension, and around 2 per cent for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD) and asthma. NCDs pose devastating health consequences for i n d iv i d u a l s, f a m i l i e s,

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CL: Liverpool thrash Benfica; City beat Atletico 1-0

LISBON, APR 6 (IANS): Premier League giants Liverpool have one foot in the UEFA Champions League semifinal after they defeated Portuguese club Benfica 3-1 in the quarterfinal first leg at Estadio da Luz here on Wednesday (IST). Ibrahima Konate’s maiden goal for the club -- a 17th-minute header -- was followed by a Sadio Mane strike to round off a superb passage of play during the opening half for the Reds. The Portuguese outfit was quick to clip the visitors’ charge after the break, as Darwin Nunez curled the ball in on the 49th minute. But Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool held off increasing pressure from Benfica and netted again late through Luis Diaz to ensure they will hold a huge advantage come the return leg at Anfield on April 13. Liverpool threatened to get in front inside nine minutes, when Mane’s backheel pass into the box found

Liverpool’s Luis Diaz, right, scores his side’s third goal during the Champions League quarterfinals, first leg. (AP)

Mohamed Salah. The Egyptian forward’s strike was, however, blocked by Nicolas Otamendi, according to liverpoolfc.com. Naby Keita was then denied by the gloves of Benfica goalkeeper Odisseas Vlachodimos with a drive from 20 yards, but the Reds broke through in the 17th

minute. Andy Robertson swung the ball deep to the far post from a left-side corner and Konate escaped his marker to meet the delivery with a firm header into the bottom right corner. A stunning pass from Alexander-Arnold reached Diaz inside the box and he nodded across the goal for

the waiting Mane to nudge into the net and complete an outstanding team move in the 34th minute. In the second half, Rafa Silva got away along the right flank and when he sent a cross into the penalty area, Ibrahima Konate was unable to clear and Benfica’s Nunez pounced with an

assured curler beyond the reach of Alisson. Momentum swung significantly in the home team’s favour immediately and they pressed strongly for an equaliser with quick, direct attacks. Liverpool responded by deploying a triple substitution -- Roberto Firmino, Jordan Henderson and Diogo Jota came in place of Mane, Salah and Thiago Alcantara. Klopp’s men managed to quell the pressure in the closing stages and then extended their lead for the second leg back on Merseyside next week. Keita carried the ball through the middle and weaved a pass to Diaz, who rounded the goalkeeper and pushed a finish into the open net to make it 3-1.

Man City overcome Atletico Madrid

Manchester City will take a narrow 1-0 lead to Madrid next week after a hard-fought first-leg quarterfinal at the Etihad on

Tuesday night. The Spanish club defended resolutely and City kept attacking almost from start to finish, and finally managed to score in the 70th minute through Kevin De Bruyne. It was a moment of magic from Phil Foden, which unlocked the Atletico defence for De Bruyne to slot home the only goal of the match. With Atletico totally in defence and City attacking at every possible opportunity, it made for frustrating viewing. In fact, City were virtually camped in the rivals’ final-third throughout but failed to trouble goalkeeper Jan Obiak, thanks in part to some off-target long rangers. However, there was more urgency about City after the restart with Ilkay Gundogan curling a low shot just wide and De Bruyne seeing a free-kick saved by Obiak in the first 10 minutes.

Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ shirt expected to fetch $5.23 mn

at auction, according to Guinness World Records. It fetched 157,750 pounds in 2002, over three times the expected price. Maradona, who led Argentina to World Cup glory in 1986, is widely considered one of the greatest ever footballers. He died at the age of 60 in 2020 due to a cardiac arrest.

NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Priyangka Devi scored the solitary goal as the Indian women’s football team registered a 1-0 win over lower-ranked Egypt in the first friendly at the Prince Mohammed Stadium on Wednesday. It was Priyangka’s firstever goal for the Blue Tigresses against 95th ranked Egypt. The first half began with the Indian side pressing hard to seize the initiative. Captain Ashalata Devi tried to earn an early lead in the 18th minute via her shot from distance but Anju, who latched on to the ball, missed the chance. Couple of minutes later, Manisha almost scored the first for the night through Dalima’s pass from the right but was collected by the Egyptian custodian. Before the opposition could settle into the game, a sudden strike by Priyangka in the 30th minute gave India the early lead, and remained the only goal of the match. Dalima managed to pass the ball to Priyangka

after Manisha essayed a brilliant cross from the left and eventually, the young midfielder found the back of the net. The half time score therefore read 1-0 in favour of India. The second half was played out on similar lines with India creating more chances, as head coach Thomas Dennerby made his first change at the restart, replacing forward Renu with Pyari Xaxa. Ten minutes after the resumption, Pyari came close to scoring in the 53rd minute as she got on the end of a cross from Manisha with an excellent run, but the shot was saved by the keeper. Couple of more substitutions followed as Sandhiya came on in place of Anju Tamang, and Soumya and Ratanbala were introduced in place of Grace and Priyangka Devi respectively. The prolific captain Engy Ahmed Sayed tried her luck from close range before the hour-mark, but Sowmiya stood tall to deny her confidently.

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LONDON, APR 6 (REUTERS): The shirt worn by Diego Maradona when he scored his infamous “Hand of God” goal against England at the 1986 World Cup is expected to sell for at least 4 million pounds ($5.23 million), auctioneer Sotherby’s said on Wednesday. The shirt is owned by former England midfielder Steve Hodge, who swapped shirts with Maradona after Argentina won the match 2-1 thanks to two goals by the forward, the second a solo effort considered to be one of the greatest ever scored. It was Hodge’s attempted back pass that Maradona chased before using his hand to push the ball past England goalkeeper Peter Shilton for the first goal. Following Maradona’s death in 2020, Hodge said the shirt was not for sale. Brazilian great Pele’s jersey from the 1970 World Cup final is the most expensive soccer shirt sold

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IPL: KKR thrash Mumbai Indians by 5 wkts

PUNE, APR 6 (IANS): Kolkata Knight Riders thrashed Mumbai Indians by five wickets in an IPL 2022 match at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, here on Wednesday. Earlier, a brilliant fifty from Suryakumar Yadav (52 off 36) helped Mumbai Indians post 161/4 in 20 overs. With 55 for 3 in 11 overs, Mumbai were in trouble but Suryakumar added 83 runs for the fourth wicket with Tilak Varma (38 off 27) to rescue his side. Apart from Suryakumar and Varma, Dewald Brevis (29 off 19) also played an entertaining knock on his IPL debut while Kieron Pollard (22 off 5) gave the late flourish to Mumbai’s innings. O ve r a l l , M u m b a i scored 76 runs in the last 5 overs and ended with 161-4 on the board. Pat Cummins (2/49) was the most successful bowler for KKR while Umesh Yadav (1/25) and Va r u n C h a k a r ava r t hy (1/32) also chipped in with

over, to take Kolkata over the line with four overs to spare. The Australian Test captain finished with 56 off mere 15 balls, hammering four fours and six sixes. Murugan Ashwin was the most-successful bowler for Mumbai Indians with 2/25. Brief scores: Mumbai Indians: 161/4 in 20 overs (Suryakumar Yadav 52, Tilak Varma 38 not out; Pat Cummins 2/49) lost to Kolkata Knight Riders 162/5 in 16 overs (Pat Cummins 56 not out, Venkatesh Iyer 50 not out; Murugan Ashwin 2/25) by five wickets.

Pat Cummins of Kolkata Knight Riders plays a shot during match 14 of the Indian Premier League 2022 in Pune, Wednesday. (PTI)

one wicket each. I n r e p ly, Ko l k a t a Knight Riders kept losing wickets at the regular intervals but Venkatesh Iyer (50 off 41) stayed till the end and kept them in the game. But it was Pat Cummins,

State level tennisball cricket tournament DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Tennis Ball Cricket Association of Nagaland (TBCAN) has decided to hold a state level Tennisball Cricket Tournament on May 4. The decision to host the state level tournament was adopted at the second Annual General Meeting of the association held at Hotel Jal Mahal conference hall on April 5. The meeting was chaired by president of TBCAN, Bishnu Bhattacharjee. The house also resolved to take part in national tournament of senior tennis ball cricket, which will be held at Goa in later part of May.

who played an attacking and record-breaking innings of 56 not out off 15 and powered KKR to win, with four overs to spare and five wickets in hand. Pat Cummins also equaled the record for the

fastest fifty ever in the Indian Premier League. He joined KL Rahul, reaching the landmark in only 14 balls. Cummins scored 35 off compatriot Daniel Sams’ bowling in the 16th

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Thailand Open: 4 Indian boxers in finals NEW DELHI, APR 6 (PTI): Indian pugilists Ashish Kumar, Govind Sahani, Varinder Singh and Monika entered the finals of their respective events at the Thailand Open International Boxing Tournament in Phuket on Wednesday. Ashish, who won gold medal in the last edition in the 75kg class, lived up to his billing and produced a flawless performance to register an easy 5-0 win over Maikhel Roberrd Muskita of Indonesia in the men’s 81kg semifinal bout. In the men’s 48kg category, Govind had to work hard against Vietnam’s Nguyen Linh Phung as the bout witnessed heavy exchange of punches but the Indian took the charge of the contest in time and tilted the result in his favour by a split 4-1 decision. In the men’s 60kg semifinals, Varinder was given a walkover by Palestine’s Abdel Rahman Abunab. Among women, 26-year-old Monika, who upstaged two-time World Championships medallist Josie Gabuco in the previous round, also looked solid

India’s Ashish Kumar (R) defeated Maikhel Roberrd Muskita of Indonesia (L) in the men’s 81kg semifinal.(BFI)

against Tran Thi Diem Kieu from Vietnam in the 48kg last-four bout as she notched up an equally dominating win by unanimous decision without breaking a sweat. Meanwhile in the men’s quarterfinal bouts played earlier in the day, Amit Panghal emerged victorious while Rohit Mor (57kg) crashed out with a 0-5 loss to Thailand’s Rujakran Juntrong. Panghal, the silver medallists at the 2019 World Championships, won com-

fortably against Thanakon Aonyaem of Thailand by unanimous decision in the men’s 52kg. Bhagyabati Kachari also made her way into the women’s 75kg semifinals after outclassing another Thai opponent Pornnipa Chutee 5-0. The ongoing tournament has been witnessing high-voltage competition in presence of 130 top boxers, including 74 male and 56 females, from Asia, Europe, Oceania and Africa.

Inter-High School Tourney underway in Kohima

DIMAPUR, APR 6 (NPN): Kohima Inter-High School Tournament got underway on Wednesday at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima. The opening ceremony was graced by advisor Urban Development & Municipal Affairs, Dr. Neikiesalie Kicky Kire as special guest. In his speech, Kire reminded the students to maintain discipline, patience, and determination so that they can become winners in the years ahead. Dr. Nicky also declared the tournament open. Dr. Neikiesalie Kicky Kire with officials and students at the inaugural Altogether 28 High schools in programme at IG Stadium, Kohima on Wednesday. (DIPR) Kohima district are participating in

three disciplines which include Football, Badminton, and Table Tennis. Secretary Youth Resources & Sports, Wezope Kenye was the chairman of the programme. In the first day of the day, Mt. Hermon beat Modern School 7-1. While in the second match, Baptist High blanked Government High School Chandmari 2-0. In Pool B, Loyola Higher Secondary School defeated Holy Family Hr. Secondary school by a solitary goal. While Grace Hr. Secondary School overcame Charity School via penalty 4-2 after the match

ended 3-3. For girls football, Loyola Higher Secondary School defeated Don Bosco Hr Secondary School 7-0 and TM Higher Secondary School defeated Baptist High School Jotsoma 9-0. Loyola Higher Secondary School will next face TM Higher Secondary School on April 8 in the semifinal. Meanwhile, GMS Meriema girls defeated Mt Sinai by 7-0. They will play against Rüzhükhrie Hr Secondary School on April 8 in the second semifinal. The sporting events for badminton and table tennis will be held at Indoor Stadium Kohima from April 8.

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