April 24, 2019

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Vol XXIX No. 136

DIMAPUR, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019 Pages 12 ` 5.00

Two brothers were SL hotel suicide bombers: sources

Bajrang clinches gold at Asian Wrestling Championship

Rafale case: SC notice to Rahul

international, Page 9

sports, Page 12

national, Page 7

Dimapur station struggles to serve Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, APR 23 (NPN): Though the Ministry of Railways had announced the upgradation of 11 railway stations under Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) to “airport-like standards” as part of a Rs 1 lakh crore station redevelopment programme; Dimapur railway station, among the 11 and despite being the second-highest revenue generating station under NFR, still grapples with lack of sanitation and basic passenger amenities.

Despite enormous potential and the fact that the increase in volume of passengers is evident each day, instead poor infrastructures and insufficient amenities translate into injustice.

During the past weeks, the rush for seats witnessed thousands of travellers jostling for space due lack of seats and packing themselves into coaches like sardines. The election as well as Bihu during the past few weeks transformed Dimapur station into a sea of desperate humanity, a scene that should not have happened.

In the last few days, there have been several com-

Water flowing into the railway platform through the roof at Dimapur train station. (NP)

plaints from passengers in Dimapur of having to share their seats with other passengers despite possessing a valid reserved ticket.

On speaking to railway officials here trains plying from Dimapur to lower Assam in the morning were packed to the brim and there were even reports of some people forced to sit in the driver’s cabin. When this Reporter checked with the ticket enquiry counter about the volume of passengers it

was learnt that the increase of passengers travelling, particularly towards Hojai and Lanka in Assam was fairly frequent. An official at Dimapur railway station informed that the volume of passengers returning to Dimapur would continue to remain “very high for the next few days”. When asked about lack of preparedness by the NFR in providing special arrangements for additional trains to accommodate excessive passen-

gers, the official said that it required authorisation from a higher level.

According to Officer in-Charge of Government Railway Police Ser vice (GRPS) IL Imchen, the first point of contact in case any passengers were forced to share their reserved seat was travelling ticket examiners (TTEs). In case, the TTEs were not able to address their issue, the matter can be further brought to the attention of chief ticket inspector (CTI) and finally to GRPS. Another railway official advised passengers to dial “emergency helpline number 182” in case of any harassment or if coerced into sharing their reserved seats. In terms of passenger facilities, Dimapur railway station still lags behind even in comparison with smaller nearby railway stations which have witnessed major developments in the last few years. Dimapur has only one platform (No.1) with a canopy and those boarding or alighting at platform No.2 are subject to the ravages of rains, hot sun or chilly winter night due to absence of canopy.

IS claims responsibility for Lanka blasts

COLOMBO, APR 23 (PTI): The Islamic State Tuesday claimed responsibility for the devastating Easter blasts in Sri Lanka and identified the seven suicide bombers who were involved in the attacks that killed 321 people and wounded more than 500 others.

In a statement issued through its propaganda ‘Amaq’ news agency, the ISIS said that “the executors of the attack that targeted citizens of coalition states and Christians in Sri Lanka two days ago were with the group,” according to the Site Intelligence Group, which monitors jihadist activities.

The statement identified the attackers as Abu Ubayda, Abu al-Mukhtar, Abu Khalil, Abu Hamza, Abu al-Bara’a, Abu Muhammad and Abu Abdullah, and their respective targets.

It said Abu Hamza detonated his vest in the St Anthony’s Church in Colombo, Abu Khalil blew himself up in the St Sebastian’s Church in Negombo and Abu Muhammad in the Zion Church. The rest of the (Cont’d on p-7) attackers targeted hotels.

Cong moves EC against Modi ‘road show’ Congress asks Patton to NEW DELHI, APR 23 (PTI): Congress on Tuesday moved the EC alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi took out a “road show” after casting his vote as well as made political remarks in violation of the model code of conduct, and demanded that a campaign ban of 2-3 days be imposed on him for being an “uncaring offender”.

The opposition party also made a representation to the Election Commission (EC) over alleged model code of conduct violation

by BJP chief Amit Shah and demanded a 72-hour campaign ban on him.

The Congress delegation comprising Abhishek Manu Singhvi, Jairam Ramesh and K Raju told the EC that Shah “openly raised Balakot air strikes, Pulwama attack and armed forces” while seeking votes in Krishnanagar, West Bengal.

The party strongly

raised the issue of alleged violation of the model code of conduct by the Prime Minister.

After casting his vote in Ahmedabad, Modi walked some distance from the polling booth and interacted briefly with mediapersons.

“Prime Minister is occupying a high post. The bigger the post, the bigger the responsibility. We have told the Election Commission that instead of caring about the responsibility, the Prime Minister is repeatedly violating the model code of conduct,” Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi told reporters outside the EC. He said the Congress had written to the EC last night complaining about the “violation of the model code of conduct” by Modi after casting his vote in the past.

“Our prediction came true as in today’s polling after casting his vote, the

Prime Minister took out a long road show, gave speeches and political statements soon after voting,” Singhvi said.

There has never been such clear and transparent violation of the model code of conduct, Singhvi alleged.

“We told the EC that he is a habitual, egregious, and completely uncaring offender. He doesn’t care for the EC,” the Congress leader said.

“It is very distressing and sad. There is no point taking 5-10 days before responding. We said action should be taken against the PM within hours and a campaign ban be imposed on him for 48 or 72 hours,” he said.

The Congress memorandum to the EC alleged that the Prime Minister had made detailed plans to undertake, in defiance of electoral laws, a roadshow before and after he voted.

resign for violation of MCC

DIMAPUR, APR 23 (NPN): Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) has renewed its demand for the resignation of Y.Patton deputy chief minister for alleged violation of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) which it said, was vindicated by the repoll ordered by the Election Commission at Polling Station No.31 under 37 Tyui assembly constituency.

NPCC’s communication department renewed its allegation that Patton had violated the MCC besides committing “criminal offence of voting multiple times in full view of came” during polling on April 11.

NPCC said since the state returning officer and DC & ARO Wokha had given “clean chit to Patton wrongdoings” it had to lodge FIR with Wokha Police Station against the “misdeeds” of Patton and

the “complicity of polling officials in this entire episode.”

NPCC reiterated that Patton has “no moral authority” to remain in office after having “lowered the dignity of the office he occupies and for disgracing the people of Nagaland by his shameful conduct.”

The party also maintained that Patton ought to resign immediately “if he has any sense of responsibility left in him” or that chief minister Neiphiu Rio should immediately sack him.

The Congress also expressed gratitude to the Election Commission while also demanding strong action against those polling officials who not only failed to uphold the law but “abetted” the deputy chief minister “in his shameful and criminal conduct.”

64.66 voter turnout in third phase of Lok Sabha polls: EC NEW DELHI, APR 23 (AGENCIES): A high voter turnout was recorded in the third and largest phase of Lok Sabha elections Tuesday covering 116 constituencies amid complaints of EVM malfunctioning in many states and killing of a man outside a booth in West Bengal.

Election Commission officials put the voting percentage at 64.66. Final figures are likely to change as queues of voters were seen at several centres even after the scheduled time for voting ended.

With Tuesday’s polling, voting has been held in 302 Lok Sabha constituencies apart from Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag seat.

In Gujarat, a turnout of 58.96 per cent was registered till 5 pm for the 26 seats. Key political leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP president Amit Shah, party veteran LK Advani, Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Congress leader Ahmed

Patel cast their votes at different places in the state.

Polling percentage was 70.28 by 5 p.m. in Kerala from where Congress chief Rahul Gandhi, party MP Shashi Tharoor and Union minister K Alphons are among those who are contesting.

In Karnataka, 60.42 per cent voters cast their votes in the 14 Lok Sabha constituencies.

An estimated 56.71 per cent of voters exercised their franchise till 5 pm Tuesday in the 10 Lok Sabha seats of Uttar Pradesh amid reports EVM snags at some booths. A turnout of 57.01 was recorded at the end of voting hours across 14 Lok Sabha constituencies in Maharashtra.

Two Lok Sabha seats in Goa registered an average 70.90 per cent voting till 5 pm. Chhattisgarh saw a turnout of 64.68 per cent till 5 p.m.

In West Bengal, a group of men attacked 52year-old Tiyarul Sheikh with sharp weapons following an

altercation when he went to vote at a booth in Baligram Primary School under Bhagwangola police station limits in Murshidabad Lok Sabha constituency, police sources said. Congress candidate of Murshidabad Lok Sabha seat Abu Hena claimed Tiyarul was a party worker and was killed by TMC cadres.

According to latest data available from the Election Commission, an estimated 61 per cent polling was recorded in Odisha, 78.97 per cent in West Bengal, 71.47 per cent in Assam, 54.91 per cent in Bihar and 77.28 per cent in Tripura.

Polling process was briefly hampered with reports of EVM malfunctioning in some states. Voting was also held in one seat each in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Lok Sabha polls are being held in seven-phases for 543 seats on April 11, April 18, April 23, April 29, May 6, May 12 and May 19, and counting will be on May 23.

Re-poll at 31 Riphyim Old-III PS on Apr 25 Correspondent

KOHIMA, APR 23 (NPN): Election Commission (EC) has ordered fresh polling at polling station no. 31 Riphyim Old-III under 37 Tyui Assembly constituency (AC) in Wokha district on April 25, 2019.

As reported by this newspaper about the announcement of re-poll on April 23, it may be recalled

that the re-poll was ordered following a complaint filed

by Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC), alleging violation of model of conduct by deputy chief minister Y Patton during polling on April 11.

Additional chief electoral officer (CEO) N Moa Aier and Commissioner Nagaland and Returning Officer for Lok Sbaha PC, M. Patton confirmed the

development.

As per the communiqué issued to CEO Nagaland, ECI secretary Arvind Anand stated that the Commission took note of “available reports and after taking all material circumstances into account”, and order fresh polling at PS 31, Riphyim Old III. The re-poll on April 25 will be held from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

(Cont’d on p-7)

State need to strengthen education system: Acharya Correspondent

KO H I M A , A P R 2 3 (NPN): Governor of Nagaland, PB Acharya, Tuesday asserted that Nagaland needed to strengthen the

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Acharya and others at Dr. NK GHSS Kohima, Tuesday. (NP)

“These days I wonder if we’re serving the government or the nation.”

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education system in order to strengthen the society.

Addressing the inaugural function of Free IT Workshop for the computer/IT teachers at Dr. Neilhouzhü government higher secondary school, here Tuesday, Acharya said that education was the primary principle for any society or state to progress and develop.

Stating that students in

government schools were mostly from poor families, Acharya pointed out that government schools needed to be improved and education system strengthened. Stressing on the importance of Information Technology (IT) at present, Acharya stated that IT has become an important part of education that could take the education system to a higher level.

He also said that IT has become necessity to empower the students to acquire the required skills and knowledge for better employment prospects.

Governor called for making use and take advantage of the available resources to strengthen the skills and knowledge.

In his speech, advisor school education, KT Sukhalu, expressed gratitude to

the team from Mumbai for initiating the workshop to create IT awareness to the teachers and students. The workshop was organised

by Indian National Fellowship Centre (INFC), Mumbai.

Sukhalu said technology was here to stay to help and exuded confidence that the initiative would motivate the people.

Advisor also said that basic knowledge of a computer and technology starts from school, adding that through such initiatives the teachers would be trained and the same would be imparted to the students.

Stressing on imparting quality education, Sukhalu said with technology coming into being the state would have better generation of young boys and girls who would take the step ahead.

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Leadership development workshop in Peren PMMVY awareness seminar at Ahthibung

T. Sulunthung, Lesehu Meru, Pro Rural staff and participants of the Leadership Development Workshop held in Nsong block, Peren.

DIMAPUR: Pro Rural, an NGO, in collaboration with Churches Auxiliary for Social Action (CASA), conducted a three-day “Leadership Development Workshop” for CBO lead-

ers of Nsong block under Peren district from April 15 to 17.

A press release from project coordinator, Kevineituo Tepa stated that EAC Tening and Nsong

block of Peren district, T. Sulunthung delivered a speech on “The Process for Community Empowerment”, with many examples in order to motivate the participants.

The press release added that an ‘education for awareness’ project of the CASA has been implemented by Pro Rural, particularly on “Rights and Entitlements” of rural

communities, launched in 2018.

It further stated that with a vision to empower rural communities to understand their rights and entitlements, as guaranteed in the Constitution of India, as well as to make them aware about various governmental schemes available for backward communities, the project is already contributing to the growing awareness of the people about their basic rights.

Officials of the CASA, under the leadership of Lesehu Meru and staff of Pro Rural, led the three day workshop.

The culminating session led by Pro Rural staff, dealt with vision building and planning for the coming five years that focussed on “My Village I want to have Five Years from Now”. The workshop was attended by men and women leaders of 11 villages.

One of the official explaining PMMVY scheme to the women at the programme.

DIMAPUR: Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) awareness seminar-cum-spot registration was conducted at Ahthibung town CDPO office, organized by Department of Social and Welfare, Peren on April 18. A press release from PMMVY cell Peren district coordinator, Keyizieteing Ndang stated that, the supervisor of CDPO Ahthi-

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Members of the Christian Youth Endeavour (CYE) of Phek Village Baptist Church, on their day out programme on April 20. CYE advisor Zhochineyi was the speaker at a service held during the trip. Solo competition, and games like magic balloon, volley ball etc. also marked the occasion. (CYE, PVBC)

DC Wokha convenes meeting: Deputy Commissioner, Wokha, Dr.Manazir Jeelani Samoon has convened a meeting of all head of offices under Wokha district on April 25 at 12 pm in the DC conference hall, Wokha. Therefore, the DC Wokha has requested all concerned officers to attend the meeting without fail.

Pre monsoon preparedness meeting at Mon: Deputy Commissioner and chairman DDMA Mon, Thavaseelan K has convened a district level meeting on April 26 at 11:30 am in the DC Conference Hall, Mon to discuss the pre-monsoon preparedness and state wide mass social work. In this regard, DC has requested all concerned to attend the meeting positively without fail.

SKH appoints legal advisors: Sumi Kukami Hoho (SKH) has appointed Khesheli Chishi and Nihoto Chishi as its legal advisors for the period of five years (2019-2023).

LUD general meeting: Lithsami Union Dimapur (LUD) has convened a general meeting-cum-selection of new office bearers on April 27 at 8:30 am at its banker’s residence. All members residing in and

around Dimapur have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

RNYO new office bearers: Rongmei Naga Youth Organization (RNYO) Nagaland in its emergency general meeting on April 14 reshuffled the existing members and elected new members. The new team is led by Ramsing Gonmei as president, Latngamlung as general secretary along with five others.

SAPO general meeting: Southern Angami Public Organisation (SAPO) has convened a general meeting on April 26 at 10 am at SAPO hall (SABT) Mohonkhola, Kohima. All the VCC/head GBs/chairman/ chairperson/advisory board members/ executive members and presidents of the frontal organisation of SAWO/SAYO/ SABT/SASU/SASA/SAGOK/former presidents have been requested to attend the meeting.

Queenberry Foundation general meeting: Queenberry Foundation has convened joint general meeting on April 27 at 10 a.m. at Tourist Lodge near NST bus station. Therefore, all the staff, member agents and investors of Queenberry Foundation have been requested to attend the meeting.

of wards/colonies to clean their office premises/wards or colonies. In a circular, DC Dimapur Kevekha Kevin Zehol has also requested all administrative officers to carry out social work in

programme. Earlier, the programme chaired by Kesiaga Kamlak, supervisor CDPO Ahthibung began with an invocation by Changneineng, anganwadi worker and Bongkolong Langching, anganwadi worker Songlhul presented the progress report and the programme ended with a benediction by Zairang, anganwadi worker, Old Beisampui.

PBGBs dispose seized drugs, IMFL

DC Dimapur informs on mass social work

DIMAPUR: In view of the proposed statewide mass social work on May 4, 2019, the Deputy Commissioner Asian Institute of Theology (AIT), Dimapur, celebrated its 5th graduation day (DC) Dimapur has requestwith staff members and special guest Moatoshi, MLA and Rev. Dr. Paphino on ed all the head of the departments and chairman/GBs April 23. (AIT principal)

bung explained about the PMMVY, a scheme designed to help pregnant and lactating mothers.

Keyizieteing Ndang, district coordinator PMMVY cell Peren in his keynote address highlighted the benefit of the PMMVY scheme.

Altogether 27 anganwadi workers from various villages under Ahthibung block, Peren attended the

their respective sub-division/circles. The proposed mass social work is being organised as part of the pre-monsoon preparedness exercise to clear clogged drainages and nullahs.

Kikheto Chishi and GBs disposing the seized drugs and IMFL at Purana Bazar.

DIMAPUR: Purana Bazar GBs along with CAO caretaker UT-1 GPRN/NSCN, Kikheto Chishi conducted a raid within its jurisdiction and seized drugs and IMFL, which were later, disposed it in the presence of GBs and elders of Purana Bazar.

According to head GB, Purana Bazar, Pitu Mech and Purana Bazar GBs union president, Niuto Awomi, the raid was conducted with an aim to curb illegal practices and business which is destroying the societies and especially to keep away the youths

from the influence of addictions and to keep the area free from all kind of illegal activities.

The GBs has also appealed to the citizens of the area to be vigilant and warned that this kind of activities will not be tolerated within its jurisdiction.

Meanwhile, the GBs have assured full cooperation towards any organization or national workers willing to undertake the task of containing illegal activities which was destroying the very fabric of the society.

Awareness programme, painting competition mark ‘Earth Day’

Members of NBRGV and others.

Students of MITE presenting special number.

Members of KDLSA and students.

MDLSA members and studnets.

DIMAPUR: Along with the rest of the world, the Earth Day was observed across the state by various institutions and organizations.

Awareness programme and painting competition were organized to demonstrate support for environmental protection.

NRGV: New Riphyim Green Village (NRGV), Wokha observed the day on the theme, “Protect the species” initiated by the Natural Nagas and organised by the New Riphyim Students Union (NRSU) and New Riphyim Youth Organisation (NRYO) on April 22.

A press release from NRYO and coordinator for “Earth Day 2019” Amos

community that though the authorities were helpless, they were yet to find a solution. He also expressed hope that the global community for conservation will step in to recognise this humane gesture of the community.

Amos Odyuo, spoke in detail the significance of the Earth Day and stressed on the contribution of various species of flora and fauna in maintaining a balanced ecosystem especially the role played by the elephant and bee. Wonchio Odyuo, president E-META (Explore Morashen Eco Tourism Association) as well as the new team leader of Green Dream Project spoke on the scope of ecotourism

MITE: Modern Institute of Teacher Education (MITE) Kohima also observed the day by conducting awareness programme at the college auditorium on April 23.

A press release from MITE Kohima principal, Dr. Devanand Sinha stated that the day’s attraction was the ‘theme exposition’ by intern and assistant professor, Mokokchung College of Teacher Education, Pomei Jorlym where she exposed the danger of the extant species becoming extinct that includes aquatic, terrestrial and human beings too.

The programme was led by Rejoy Fithu, invocation by Chemrilla, vote of thanks

ka from Cambridge High School won the first prize, Kheaven from Elbeth High School and Avili S Sangtam from Agape High school bagged the second and third prizes respectively.

Meanwhile, introductory speech on the importance of Earth Day was given by panel lawyer DLSA Kiphire, Hotingkiu. Principal Saramati View Modern High School, CP Bose also spoke on the theme of Earth Day. Besides, separate competitions were also held at Government High School Amahator, Christian High school Pungro, Government Higher Secondary School Pungro and Government High School Phelungre.

Odyuo stated that, Steve Odyuo, chairman Natural Nagas and the architect of the Green Dream Project of New Riphyim Green Village spoke on the conservation related issues in the local context. He advised the community that green policies laid out in the road map of the Green Dream Project should not be politicised but should turn the dream to a reality. With global attention on conservation and tourism focussed on this small corner of the world, he warned of biopiracy as well as over exploitation of the natural resources. He also drew attention to the human/elephant conflict in the area and assured the

and biodiversity conservation. He said that ecotourism was an alternative and sustainable source of livelihood in conservation of the ecosystem as well as the community of Riphyim. A pledge to protect the species and mother earth was taken by the participants. Short speeches of assurance and co-operation were delivered by associate pastor of New Riphyim Baptist Church, Village Council chairman and Women Hoho. The programme chaired by general secretary of Riphyim Students Union (RSU), Rhonlanthung began with an invocation by Alex Odyuo and vote of thanks by Pichow Odyuo, Natural Nagas.

by Khekavi and benediction

by Adise.

KDLSA: Kiphire District Legal Services Authority (KDLSA) conducted painting competition in commemoration of the day at Government High School, Yangphi. Participants from Elbeth High School, Saramati High School, Cambridge High School, Government High School Yangphi, Agape High School n Government Higher Secondary School took part in the competition. A total of 32 LLC club members took part in the programme. A press release from project relations assistant NSLSA stated that in the competition, Nipu-

MDLSA: Mon District Legal Services Authority (MDLSA) also observed the day at DRDA hall Mon by organizing painting competition with the Legal Literacy Club (LLCs) from five schools under Mon town.

In the competition, the first prize was bagged by Lily from LLC Don Bosco School, second prize by Aying of Don Bosco School and third by Hongong of Konjong Higher Secondary School.

The programme was chaired by panel lawyer, Moba, an introduction on earth day was delivered by secretary Mon District Legal Services Authority, Seyielienuo.

DIRECTORATE OF AGRICULTURE, NAGALAND : KOHIMA AGRICULTURE BULLETIN K Y M C

Name of the Crops • Cereals : Upland Paddy, Millet, Jobs tear • Pulses : Rice bean, Cowpea, Arhar • Oilseeds : Groundnut, Soybean (L), Perilla, Sesamum, Oil Palm • Root Crops : Colocasia, Yam, Sweet Potato • Spices : Ginger, Turmeric

Planting Time/season April – May / Kharif Season

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WEATHER FORECAST April 24

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Agartala Hazy sun; hot

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Rajni Kant Mishra with a cultural troupe during his visit to Satakha on April 22.

DIMAPUR: Director General of Border Security Force (BSF), Rajni Kant Mishra accompanied by ADG, BSF (Eastern Command), Sanjeev Kumar Singh, visited Nagaland on April 22 to review the security and operational preparedness in the state where BSF has been deployed.

According to PA to commandant 93 Bn BSF, the DG landed at the battalion headquarters of 111 Bn BSF, Satakha and was received by IG BSF M&C frontier, Dr. K C Mahali along with DIG SHQ BSF CI (Ops) Manipur, Anand

Singh, and commandant 111 Bn BSF, Sanjeev Sharma.

The DG reviewed the domination plan of the unit and expressed satisfaction on the operations preparedness of the battalion and also lauded the troops for performing their duty in professional manner by taking the local people along.

He was also briefed on the operational and other roles of the BSF. Later, the DG interacted with the officers and personnel posted at Satakha and listened to their grievances.

He reminded the

Special Branch Dimapur organises cleanliness drive

Personnel of Special Branch Dimapur taking part in the cleanliness drive.

DIMAPUR: In line with the state government’s decision to make Nagaland a “plastic free” state, Special Branch Dimapur (SBD) organised a sensitisation programme-cum-cleanliness drive with an objective to create awareness of “plastic free zone” to the police personnel and their family members.

In a press release, deputy superintendent of police (SB), Atu Zumvü,

stated that the programme which was organised as per the directive from the higher authority witnessed the participation of 70 SB personnel.

The release stated that a cleanliness drive was conducted at New Market Dimapur by assisting the Dimapur Municipal Council (DMC) scavengers where huge piles of plastic waster were gathered and disposed at

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DMC dumping ground.

The release also informed that awareness was created on utility of plastic and its responsibilities and hazards of plastic.

It said the personnel were also imparted knowledge on preventative measures and how to curb the menace of plastic water and added that the participants gained experience from the cleanliness drive.

troops to perform the duties in a professional manner as per the expectation of the nation.

He also emphasized the need to win the hearts and minds of local people by providing information and enabling local people take benefits of different government programmes.

Earlier, the DG also interacted with the local ex- BSF retired personnel and elders of the area.

The DG also called on Nagaland governor, P B Acharya wherein the governor acknowledged and appreciated the work carried out by BSF.

NSF to elect new office bearers DIMAPUR: Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) will hold the election for new team of office bearers for the tenure 2019-21 at Bhandari town, Wokha on May 10 coinciding with the three-day 28th biennial general conference of NSF. A press release from election commission for the 28th NSF general conference chairman, Meitsikhoyo Yhobuh informed that as per powers vested upon the election commission and in pursuance of sub-section C of Section 3 of Article 26 of the constitution of NSF, the following model code of conduct (MCC) will come into force with immediate effect.

All intending candidates should fulfil the qualifications for candidates laid down in Section 2 of Article 26 of the constitution of NSF. Should there be any dispute relating to interpretation of the constitution, the decision of the election commission shall be final and binding.

Federating units not fulfilling the minimum 30 delegates attending the 28th general conference shall forfeit their voting rights from the electoral college and their candidature for contesting any given post in the election.

Induction training for CHOs underway at DoHFW Kohima

Dr.Vikeyie Losu, principal director, DoHFW addressing the newly inducted CHOs.

DIMAPUR: A three-day induction training for Community Health Officers (CHOs) who are to be posted in health & wellness centers across the state, kick started at the conference hall, Directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Kohima on April 23.

While addressing the selected CHOs, Dr. Vikeyie Losu, principal director DoHFW, said that the concept of upgrading sub centers and primary health centers (PHCs) to health & wellness center was to bring health care more accessible and affordable to the people, a statement

from DoHFW stated.

D r. Ke v i c h u s a Medikhru, mission director, National Health Mission (NHM) highlighted the objectives of the workshop and pointed out that the main focus of the CHOs was to make a change in the sub centers.

He encouraged the newly instated officers to take up the responsibilities imparted to them and take it as a challenge to serve the people.

He further said that all programmes are important for the welfare of the people and therefore, the workshop has been

organized with the help of programme officers to refurbish and educate them.

Dr. Thanghoi Lam, SPO NHM , who delivered vote of thanks, acknowledged the developmental partner Jhpiego, IGNOU, medical superintendent, all supporting officers and staff of NHM for making the induction of CHOs a success.

The induction workshop was chaired by Dr. Manyau Phom deputy director NHM. Altogether 40 CHOs will be posted in different sub centersHWCs across the state.

PDLSA conducts training for LLC at GHS Chetheba DIMAPUR: Phek District Legal Services Authority (PDLSA) conducted an induction training programme for Legal Literacy Club (LLC) of Government High School, Chetheba town on April 23.

A press release from NSLSA project relations assistant stated that, PDLSA panel lawyer Sekhotso Rokha dwelt on the roles and functions of Legal Literacy Club, where he appealed to the teacher incharge to maintain proper records and registers.

The panel lawyers also highlighted on different activities conducted

by LLCs. Phek District Legal Services Authority panel lawyer Kennie Swuro spoke on the Legal Services Authority Act and stressed on the free legal aid services provided under the Act to the marginalized section of the society especially women and children. She said that in the case of Nagaland state free legal aid was given to persons with annual income of less than Rs. 1 lakh.

Altogether 18 students were inducted to Legal Literacy Club.

With the parking fees collected from Nyamo Lotha Road for the month of March, 2019, the DMC painted the road divider from Delux Point to Holy Cross junction. DMC will continue to utilize the parking fees collected every month to develop the same area. (DMC)

The leaders of Ao Senden and the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organization (ENPO) during a joint meeting at the Circuit House Mokokchung on Tuesday resolved to uphold the age old relationship between the Aos and the people of the Eastern Nagaland and to re-strengthen the unity between the two in the future. (NP)

Kohima DPDB discusses on registration of societies LPK bans dumping of garbage

Kohima District Planning and Development Board meeting in progress at DPDB’s Hall on April 22. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Kohima District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) at its monthly meeting held at the DPDB Conference Hall on April 22 discussed on the agenda of registration of societies.

During the meeting, the committee convenor, SDO, Shaying Sheu, informed the house that the K Y M C

committee had found some anomalies with some applicants and had submitted their report to the DPO with some proposed additional criteria to be included for approval.

In this connection, the Deputy Commissioner and vice chairman DPDB Kohima, Anoop Khinchi suggested that the proposed ad-

ditional criteria be checked for whether it was under the preview of the Registration Act. It was also decided that the matter will be discussed again in the next DPDB meeting.

Meanwhile, reviewing the last meeting minutes, the house fixed the last date for submission of Adoption Committee reports

as May 15. In this regard ADC Kohima, Lithrongla Tongpi Rutsa, who is also the convenor of the Core Committee, said that reports will not be accepted after the fixed date.

During the meeting, DIC Kohima general manager, A. Temjen Jamir, gave an overview of the department’s activities and action

plan for 2019. He stated that the DIC Kohima functions as a single window interacting agency at the district level by providing service and support to small entrepreneurs. He highlighted various schemes under the State Incentive Schemes and North East Industrial Development Scheme (NEIDS) implemented by the department.

He also highlighted other activities carried out

by DIC Kohima at the grassroot levels some of which includes a bee-keeping farm at Viswema, stenography training under Rural Artisan Program (RAP), Prime Minister Employment Generation Program (PMEGP), R. Soma Handicraft ClusterCFC etc.

Earlier, a DIPR report stated that, DC who chaired the meeting, thanked all the members for their efforts and cooperation for the successful conduct of the Lok Sabha Elections 2019.

DIMAPUR: Lerie Panchayat Kohima (LPK) has banned dumping of garbage except those segregated bio-degradable waste at SIPMIU Solid Waste Management Facilities and Recycling Plant at Lerie colony till the plant becomes operational.

In this regard, the LPK has appealed to all concer ned Panchayats and Wards Sanitation Committees under the jurisdiction of Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) to refrain from sending their vehicles carrying garbage for dumping except those segregated bio-degradable waste.

This was informed in a press statement by LPK chairman, Dr. Ilang and secretary, I. Tongpanglong.

Lerie Panchayat Kohima pointed out that after the termination of contract period of the management of the plant M/s Ramky

Group, Hyderabad, the management of the plant was taken over by KMC but has been lying redundant as a result the entire plant area has become unhygienic causing inconvenience to the resident of the colony, especially those persons/family residing in the vicinity of the plant.

It also pointed out that some person(s)/party(ies) were randomly dumping earth (soil) and other construction debris on the side of the road, leading to the Justice & Law department quarters and Solid Waste Management Facilities & Recycling re-cycling plant at Lerie, which resulted in narrowing down the passage of the road and has endangered the lives of the commuters.

Therefore, LPK cautioned the person(s)/ party(ies) concerned to immediately stop the unhealthy practice, and at

the same time urged the responsible department maintaining this road to ensure that the objectionable exercise be put to an end and remedial follow up measures be initiated on top priority basis in the greater interest of all stakeholders.

F u r t h e r, L e r i e Panchayat Kohima also cautioned all concerned to put an end to this menace in the best interest of all the stakeholders with immediate effect in order to avoid any unwarranted situations.

Lerie Panchayat Kohima also warned of appropriate action against the defaulters.

Meanwhile, the Lerie Panchayat Kohima has entrusted and authorised Lerie Youth Organisation to monitor, identify and submit a detail report about the defaulter (s) to the Panchayat with immediate effect.

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Manipur set for re-poll in 12 polling stations

Correspondent IMPHAL, Apr 24: All is set for smooth conduct of re-poll in 12 polling stations in Imphal East district. Security has been heightened and preparation for more efficient manning of polling stations has been completed for the re-polls to be held tomorrow, said Imphal East DEO Dr Rangitabali Waikhom in a press meet held at her office chamber today.

The Election Commission of India ordered repolls in 12 polling stations spread over four Assembly segments - five polling stations in Heigang AC, one in Thongju AC, four in Keirao AC and two in Andro AC. Dr Rangitabali said that the presiding officers deployed this time will be Gazetted-level officers comprising of ACs to DC, SDOs and SDCs while polling officers are selected

Cancer patient votes amidst all odds in Assam

Bosher Ali

GUWAHATI, APR 23 (AGENCIES): Bosher Ali, a cancer patient stands in a Queue to cast vote in Phase -III election on April 23rd,2019.

The patient casted his vote at the 191 Janasashthya and Jankalyan Vibhag Poll-

ing station in Chandmari area under Guwahati Lok Sabha constituency. The patient was seen to be accompanied by his family members and polling officers helped him in reaching the polling station to cast his vote. He was seen shivering due to much weakness but nothing could hinder her from casting her ballot.“He is undergoing treatment for cancer for the last six months. He never missed any elections till date The cancer patient proves that casting vote is one’s prime duty.

Re-polling at 18 booths in Arunachal ITANAGAR, APR 23 (AGENCIES): Election Commission of India on Monday announced that re-polling in 18 booths in Arunachal Pradesh will be held on April 27.

The Commission has declared void the polls held in these stations on April 11th due to reasons such as malfunctioning EVMs and procedural errors. The 18 booths are under 4 legislative assembly constituencies in Kurung Kumey District.State CEO office has informed that additional companies of paramilitary forces have been deployed in the district to provide adequate security.

Simultaneous Assembly and Lok Sabha polls were held in a single phase on April 11th.

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER CHOZUBA : NAGALAND No. JUD/SUCC-20/2012-13/63 Dated Chozuba, the 06th April 2019 NOTICE Whereas, Smti. NOSHILU, W/o Lt. KULHUSWU a resident of CHOZUBA village has applied for Succession Certificate in her name under the Indian Succession Act of 1925, to enable her to draw/claim dues and benefit in respect of her late husband Lt. Shri KULHUSWU who was working as NIGHT CHOWKIDAR under the establishment of GHS Chozuba – SDEO (Department) and expired on 02-03-2019.

Public are asked to file claims/objection if any, within 30 thirty days from the date of issue of this notice.

Theodore Yanthan Additional Deputy Commissioner Chozuba, Phek, Nagaland K-991

OFFICE OF THE

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McLeod to sell 3 state tea gardens in Assam

Mnp pays homage to martyrs of Last War of Independence

GUWAHATI, APR 23 (IANS): Bulk tea producer, McLeod Russel on Monday said it has executed an agreement with Luxmi Tea Company for sale of three of its tea gardens in Assam at an estimated consideration over Rs 150 crore.

“The company has executed an agreement for sale of specified assets of Addabarie, Mahakali and Dirai Tea Estate of the company, with Luxmi Tea Company on April 22, 2019, subject to approval from appropriate authorities,” it said in a regulatory filing.

The three estates collectively contributed close to Rs 77 crore to the company’s turnover in 2017-18.

Luxmi Tea, having its registered office at Kolkata, is engaged in growing, manufacture and sale of tea.

Mcleod Russel had entered into a “non-binding term sheet” with Saffron Enclave Private Ltd for the sale of three estates, which has expired on March 31.

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IMPHAL, Apr 23: Thousands of people paid homage to the fallen war heroes of Manipur’s last war of independent at Khongjom War Memorial complex in Manipur’s Thoubal district on Tuesday.

Manipuri war riors fought with the mighty British soldiers at Kheba Hill (Khongjom) in Thoubal district on April 23 in 1891 to protect the freedom of the then Manipur Kingdom.

To commemorate the supreme sacrifice made by the Manipuri warriors, the state has been observing Khongjom Day on April 23 every year at Khebaching where the Manipur government has developed a memorial complex.

Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla and chief minister N Biren Singh led people in laying floral wreaths and floral tributes to the fallen heroes at Khongjom War Memorial and Paona Brajabasi statue.

Earlier, they offered tarpon (dropping fruits

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER ZUNHEBOTO NO.JUD.21/2017-18/

Dtd. Zbto. the 23/04/2019

Notice calling objection for the issue of Succession Certificate Shri L. Tovishe Sumi of Ghukiye Village District Zunheboto has applied for the issue of Succession Certificate/Guardianship Certificate declaring that His Wife Late L. Ghovini Sema has expired on 15/03/2019.

It is hereby notified that if no objection to issue this certificate is received from anyone within a period of 30 (thirty) days w.e.f the date of publication in press the Certificate shall be issued and no further complaint will be entertained for issue of the same.

(Shanavas C) IAS Deputy Commissioner Zunheboto : Nagaland

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IMPHAL, Apr 23: Oil tankers and bullet tankers (bulk LPG carriers) drivers have stopped transportation of petroleum products in Manipur with effect from Monday.

The drivers have demanded legal action against president Bhupenchandra Gosh of allegedly defunct All Manipur Petroleum Tankers’ and Drivers’ Union (AMPTDU).

The drivers commenced the “steering down” strike with effect from Monday under the aegis of All Manipur Petroleum Products Drivers Association (AMPPDA) and All Manipur Road Transport Motor Workers Union (AMRTMWU).

Joining the strike, over 200 oil tankers and bullet tankers remained parked on the side of NH-2 at Mantripukhri, Imphal since yesterday.

While loaded tankers refused to empty their loads at government oil depot at Malom for petrol and diesel and Sekmai LPG Bottling Plant for bulk LPG, empty tankers decided not to transport fuel and LPG from outside the state. While

IMPHAL, Apr 23: A gram panchayat pradhan in Imphal East surrendered to the police on Tuesday after he was suspected in a murder case.

Elected pradhan of Bamonkampur Gram Panchayat, Imphal East Noashekpam Rabi Singh (44) surrendered to Irilbung police station in the afternoon of April 23.

A villager who was with him Monday evening was found murdered in a brutal manner.

The dead body of K h u n j a m ay u m A r u n Singh (40) was recovered from a paddy field nearby his villager today, around 11 am.

Villagers, who rose up in anger, vandalised the house of the pradhan.

The villagers alleged that the pradhan had illicit affair with the wife of the deceased and had murdered Arun after enmity developed between them.

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considering their experience in the electioneering process.

Moreover, to ensure transparency and to avoid any unwanted external influence, the randomisation of the said polling personnel was done on Tuesday in presence of the general observer.

Taking part in the press meet, Imphal East SP Dr Jogeshchandra Haobijam said heightened security arrangements were being taken up to ensure free and fair election.

He said adequate security will be provided to all polling stations with two CRPF platoons each to five polling stations while the rest of the seven polling stations will have one CRPF platoon each.

In addition, 40 security personnel of the state police will be deployed to each station, he stated. Polling officials and security personnel have moved to their respective deputed polling stations, the DEO added.

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With immense pride and honour the Satoi Range Students Union extend our heartiest congratulations to Mr. Hinoto P Awomi for being elected as the President of Naga Students' Union, Delhi (NSUD) for the tenure 2019-2020.

The Union also acknowledges and appreciates all the right thinking citizens of Nagas inhabiting in Delhi for their selfless service rendered, that they have made the right decision in electing the President of NSUD who is not only sincere but active and open to all for identifying the differences and respecting other interests.

Besides, Hinoto P Awomi also served in NSUD in the capacity of Vice President and Speaker in the tenure 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 respectively. With all his relentless sacrifices made we believe that he will continue to uplift the society even in the future.

Furthermore, the Union also encourages Mr. Hinoto P Awomi to work for the betterment of the Nagas in general despite of cultural, political and religious differences and bring all the Nagas under one shade as NAGAS. Wishing him best of luck for future endeavours. May he continue to shine.

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Whereas Mrs. Bisela, wife of Late Mr. S. Toshang Chang of 3rd NAP Saksi Tuensang has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to operate/draw/transfer/withdraw the debts & security in respect of her Late husband, who expired on 12/04/2019.

Now therefore, the public are hereby asked to file claims/ objection if any within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notice.

Principal District and Session's Judge Tuensang : Nagaland

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AFFIDAVIT

Date : 22/04/19

I, Mr Thangkhogin Singsit, Son of Lamkhothang Singsit, resident of H.No. 275, Ward No. 9, near Kuki Baptist Church, Chumukedima, Dimapur, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under : 1. That I am an Indian citizen by birth hailing from Kuki tribe which is classified as a schedule tribe under the Constitution of India.

2. That I have completed my Class X from St. Stephen's School, Dum, Dum, Kolkata.

3. That I have lost my Pass Certificate issued by the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi, Bearing Index number - T/2420/053, SRL No. 32284, Examination - ICSE - X 2003.

4. That, I solicit this affidavit in favour of the concern authorities for record and needful action.

5. That the statements in para 1-3 are true to my knowledge and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.

In witness whereof I sign this affidavit on this the 22nd day of April 2019 at Dimapur.

Deponent Solemnly sworn and declared before me.

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and flowers) at Khongjom River.

Guard of honour, general salute, reverse arms and order arms, sounding of last post, two minutes silence, slope arms and order arms marked the occasion.

Addressing the observation function, state Governor Dr Heptulla said that in the battle of Khongjom, the Manipuris showed the world their indomitable courage and spirit of patriotism.

The historic and gory battle that took place at Khongjom where brave sons of Manipur laid down their lives almost to the last man still reverberates and is remembered in every home in the state. The Anglo-Manipuri War of 1891 was of great historical significance for the people of Manipur as it changed the course of history of the state.

From an independent princely state, Manipur became a colonial subject of the British Empire after it lost the war. Historical records amply bear out the

Drivers of oil and bullet tankers on strike in Imphal on Tuesday. (NP)

demanding illegal action against Bupenchandra Gosh, the drivers alleged him of lodging baseless complaints to the police in Nagaland and Manipur.

They also alleged the hand of Bhupenchandra behind the recent arrest and detention of drivers of oil tankers in the state (Nagaland).

“We will not resume to service until and unless legal action is initiated against Bhupendrachandra Gosh, self-style president of AMPTDU,” AMPPDA general secretary Mukta Nongbri told reporters on

fact that a handful of Manipuri soldiers with primitive weapons fought ever so valiantly against an overwhelming number of British soldiers with far more superior weapons attacking from different directions.

But the brave Manipuri soldiers stood their ground and never gave up even in that hopeless situation, she asserted.

“The raw courage and love of their motherland demonstrated by our forefathers deserve praise and accolades from one and all,” she said.

“Today, while remembering those who died for the cause of freedom of our motherland, we should also take a resolute stand to work with renewed vigour, dedication and selflessness for a better and brighter future,” she added.

Chief minister N Biren Singh recalled the sacrificed made by the forefathers fighting against the mighty British soldiers to save the freedom and sovereignty of

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER PUGHOBOTO, NAGALAND No. JUDL/SC-4 (Pt-III)2018-19/466 Dt. Pughoboto the 16th April 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE Whereas Smti. Ashu, wife of Late Machu Sema of Lazami Village under Pughoboto Sub-Division has applied for the issue of Succession Certificate under the Indian Succession Act of 1925, in order to claim Family Pension, Bank Account etc. of her husband who has being serving as Retd. ABSI Police and who expired on 13/03/2019.

Therefore public are hereby asked to file claim/objection if any within 30 (thirty) days from the date of publication of this notice.

(K.MHATHUNG TSANGLAO) Additional Deputy Commissioner Pughoboto : Nagaland K-986

GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER WOKHA : NAGALAND Dated, Wokha the 22nd April 2019 NOTICE No. Judl-47/2017-18/ / Whereas Smti. Achano Ngullie, W/o Late Shri.

Akhango Lotha, a permanent resident of Wokha Town has applied for issue of Succession Certificate to enable her to draw all dues and benefits/family pension from the Govt. in favour of her deceased husband Late Shri. Akhango Lotha who expired on 16/10/1996.

Now, therefore, public and relatives are hereby asked to file claims/ objections if any, within 30 (thirty) days from the date of issue of this notice.

No claims/objections will be entertained after the cut off date and Succession Certificate and Legal Guardianship Certificate shall be issued.

(ANDREW C. IMTI) Addl. Deputy Commissioner WC-137 Wokha, Nagaland

APPRECIATION NOTE

The Parents/Guardians of Tuensang District convey our public appreciation to 40 Assam Rifles, DIG & Commandant, Tuensang for bringing Sainik School Entrance Exam Centre to Tuensang HQ. At the same time, the parents express our heartfelt gratitude to 40 Assam Rifles Tuensang for offering free coaching class at 40 A/Rifles camp to the intending students and cadets for 20192020 academic session. It is worthy to be noted that because of their initiatives 15 candidates passed out of 17 candidates in Entrance Exam conducted at Tuensang.

Notwithstanding the fact, such a Sainik education was less known to the general public and was not aware also. But after the laudable job initiated by the 40 Assam Rifles Tuensang, the people of Eastern Nagaland open up their eyes for availing Sainik Education.

At the end, the Parents/Guardians of Sainik cadets Tuensang, once again express thankfulness to both the 40 Assam Rifles Tuensang for everything offered to the Cadets & Students and Sainik School authority, Punglwa for taking all troubles to inform us of our presence tentatively. We also acknowledge the conduct of written Exam Medical test/exams was fair and clean and hope of this would continue even in the days to come.

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Tuesday.

He claimed that AMPTDU is a defunct association and Bhupenchandra has been misusing the office of the association for his personal gain only by lodging various complaints to Nagaland and Manipur police at the DGP level.

Drivers are now reluctant to pass through Nagaland fearing detention and arrest following his baseless complaints, he claimed.

Reiterating that the drivers will not resume their duties unless befitting action is initiated against Bhupen-

the motherland.

“For paying respect and tribute to them, particularly their spirit, courage and love for the motherland, we are observing 23rd April every year as Khongjom Day,” he said.

“To live with freedom is the main concern for every human and nation. This is the reason thousands sacrificed their lives for the cause of freedom,” he said. The then warriors of Manipur showed the highest discipline and moral of military in the 1891 Khongjom war.

“Like they made supreme sacrifice for our freedom, let’s try to bring a better

chandra, he cautioned the government of getting ready to face problems likely to be created out of suspension of transportation of petroleum products.

“The cease-work strike of the drivers may create artificial scarcity of petroleum products in the state.

Government needs to look into our demand positively,” he said.

“Befitting action should be taken up against Bhupenchandra by the government.

We don’t want to bear unnecessary burden because of his double standard ,” he said.

and developed Manipur by analysing the challenges and problems faced by today’s generation,” the chief minister said.

He urged the people of the state to be truehearted, feel the sense of fraternity among different communities of both hill and plain and work together for the betterment of all the sections of the society towards peace and prosperity. A drama based on the historic Khongjom War by Arts and Culture department and Khongjom Parva recital by Laishram Mani Devi was staged during the observation.

Dear Ata Nzan, May God bless you on this day that the Lord had made.

May you continue to be a blessing to everyone around you.

From your dear lovely sisters

F E L I C I TAT I O N The Rongmei Baptist Church, Samziuram Village, Peren with immense pride and honour extend our felicitation to Miss Ruth Malangmei, D/o.

M. Adim, for her Academic Achievements in Bachelor of Divinity course from Trinity Theological College, Dimapur, Nagaland and an awardee of Proficiency Awards in Scripture Knowledge, Biblical Studies, Academic Excellency and General Proficiency.

The Church prays and wishes you a bright future and endeavour.

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SATAKHA TOKUJO KUKAMI MPE SHEKHA ENO PHUKUTHO (SEMINAR) HOHO A-a : KukamiKi Atsala : 26th April, 2019 Ado : 9 am Alakhumpeu : Ino. V. Hokugha Chishi, GB, Chairman STKH Akiyeu : Ino. Yetovi Jimomi, GB, General Secretary STKH AHOHO KIKITHI 1. Akighinieno Alhou tsa

: Rev. Kughato Chophy, Pastor STBC 2. Kilekithi do : 3. Akimichi le : IIi. Pulokali Muru, UBC 4. Exhortation/Shikumtotsa : i. Shri T. L. Kiusumong Tikhir, ADC Satakha ii. Ino. Kughai Aye, GB Chairman, Satoi Area iii. Ino. Tokiho Jimo, GB K/L Tokujo Chairman 5. Sumi Kukami Xughili Pitsuni : Dr. Hokishe Yeptho, Ex. President Sumi Hoho 6. Ashekha Kighini : Aqo no AGHULHU DO KIPITHI SUTSA 1. Kukami kumtsu mpe shekha eno phukutho (seminar) hoho kuhoakeu lo ighitsu penike qhunijuani 2. Kukami yezahbo jetsu nani, Rs.100/- lono 3. Kukami akithemiqo appointment order sughi no registration shiluvepenike pithiani.

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Imphal East DEO and SP briefing the media on preparations of re-poll in 12 polling stations in Imphal East to be held on Wednesday. (NP)

GP pradhan surrenders to police in murder case

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Central forces asking people to vote for BJP, says Mamata

Mamata Banerjee (File) Arambagh, Apr 23 (AGENCIES): Trinamool Congress supremo Mamata Banerjee Tuesday alleged that the central forces were working for the BJP by asking voters in Maldaha Dakshin and Balurghat constituencies, where polling is underway, to cast their votes for the saffron party.

Pointing out that the central forces do not have the right to ask voters to vote for BJP candidates, Banerjee said the Election Commission has been apprised of it.

“I have got informa-

tion that the central forces are sitting inside booths in Englishbazar in Maldaha Dakshin and asking voters to vote for the BJP. They do not have the right to do such thing. We have informed the Election Commission about our reservations regarding this,” she said.

“Why are they (central forces) doing it? The police cannot enter a polling booth,” she added.

She said that the central forces could come to a state during the elections but they should work with the assistance of the state force and then leave.

Criticising the BJP for allegedly using the central forces, she said, “You cannot use the central forces.

You did the same thing during the 2016 (assembly) elections in West Bengal. I have not forgotten it.”

We s t B e n g a l w i l l teach the BJP an apt lesson, she claimed.

Central forces have been deployed at over 92 per cent of the booths in the third phase of the polling in five Lok Sabha constituencies on Tuesday.

Manipulation of EVMs the only worry: Pawar

Sudeep Jain (File) 4,725 were replaced. “However, one should consider that it does not mean that many VVPATs malfunctioned. Protocol says that when any ballot or control unit is not functioning and has to be replaced, the corresponding VVPAT is also replaced,” Jain said.

Earlier, there were reports of EVMs malfunctioning in different polling stations. In Kerala, poll officials said that EVMs failed to function in some booths and were subsequently replaced. Many leaders, including Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, expressed their concern over the faulty voting machines.

In Wayanad, from where Congress President Rahul Gandhi is contesting, the National Democratic

Alliance (NDA) candidate Thushar Vellappally demanded re-polling after glitches were found in an EVM at a polling station.

In Uttar Pradesh, Abdullah Azam Khan, son of Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Azam Khan, who is contesting from the Rampur Lok Sabha seat, alleged that over 300 EVMs were not functioning properly.

However, Additional Chief Electoral Officer Brahma Dev Ram Tiwari said that no machine in Rampur had any problem.

SP candidate from Badaun Dharmendra Yadav lodged a complaint with the EC against the malfunctioning of EVMs and accused the district administration of conspiring for his defeat.

In the Rohilkhand region of the state, glitches were reportedly found in around 60 EVMs. Twentyseven cases were reported from Badaun, followed by Bareilly (14), Moradabad (11), Sambhal (7), Pilibhit (5) and Aonla (5). In Karnataka and Bihar, glitches in EVMs and VVPAT machines at many polling stations delayed or held up voting in the initial hours.

SC orders Rs 50 lakh, job, house for Gujarat gangrape survivor

New Delhi, Apr 23 (AGENCIES): The Supreme Court on Tuesday ordered the Gujarat government to pay a compensation of Rs 50 lakh to Bilkis Bano, who was gangraped during the 2002 riots, and to provide her a government job and accommodation.

Bano in a plea before the top court had sought exemplary compensation from Supreme Court of India.

the state government, refusing to accept its offer of Rs 5 lakh. The top court, terming the Rs 5 lakh compensation as ‘interim’, had posted the hearing for April 23.

Bano’s lawyer Shobha Gupta said she had been leading almost a nomadic life after being subjected to gruesome crime and therefore exemplary compensation should be granted.

The top court, in its last hearing on March 30, had also asked the Gujarat government to take disciplinary action in two weeks against the erring police officials, including an IPS officer, convicted by the Bombay High Court in the gangrape case. At the outset, Gupta said that no action has been taken by the state government against the erring of-

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Mumbai, Apr 23 (PTI): People are in a mood to change the Modi-led government but manipulation of EVMs is the “only worrying factor”, NCP chief Sharad Pawar said here Tuesday.

He was speaking at a joint media interaction addressed by leaders of the Congress, NCP, TDP, Trinamool Congress, AAP CPI(M), CPI and DMK. “EVMs are vulnerable to programming errors,” TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu said. The BJP can get votes only through manipulation, he added. EVMs can be manipulated, hacked and even malfunction, he said.

Only 18 countries have so far adopted EVMs, he added.

Naidu said the economy, business and agriculture are in a bad shape under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. AAP leader Sanjay Singh said the Election Commission is acting like Dhritrashtra. “You press any button, the vote goes to the BJP,” he said.

Counting of 50 per cent VVPAT machines is not an unreasonable demand, senior Congress leader Sushilkumar Shinde said.

New Delhi, Apr 23 (IANS): The third phase of ongoing Lok Sabha elections saw the largest-ever deployment of electronic voting machines (EVMs) and voterverifiable paper audit trail (VVPAT) machines across 2.11 lakh polling stations spread over 13 states and 2 Union Territories, the Election Commission (EC) said on Tuesday.

Deputy Election Commissioner Sudeep Jain said that ever since their introduction, such a large number of EVMs had not be used in a single phase.

Even as snags in EVMs were reported from different polling stations like in the previous two phases on April 11 and April 18, Jain said only 0.57 per cent of ballot units and 0.58 per cent of control units of the EVM machines had to be replaced, while 2.24 per cent of total VVPATs deployed were also replaced.

“Out of total 2,81,436 ballot units deployed, 1,593 had to be replaced, while out of 2,11,158 control units, only 1,225 had to be replaced,” he told the media.

He added that out of 2,11,158 VVPATs deployed,

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She said that one IPS officer, currently serving in Gujarat is set to retire this year, while in case of four other officials who have retired no action has been taken against them like stopping of their pensions and retirement benefits. The

counsel further said that these police officers were convicted by the high court for botching up the investigation in the case.

Senior advocate Tushar Mehta, appearing for the state government said that disciplinary proceedings are going on against the erring police officials.

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this Court the material in support of the averments made in Paragraph Nos. 17 and 20 of the affidavit.”

The court had taken suo motu cognizance of the “matter of great public importance touching on the independence of the judiciary” and the affidavit filed by Bains alleging conspiracy.

The matter would be taken up for hearing at 10.30 a.m. on Wednesday.

Bains, in his affidavit, has said that he came to know about a conspiracy to frame Chief Justice Gogoi during the course of his enquiry after he was approached by a person asking him to appear for the alleged victim, and found missing links in the story.

ment?” he posed.

On Mainpuri seat, he said, “netaji (Mulayam Singh) will win with a record margin.”

A b o u t F i r oz a b a d , where his uncle Shivpal Yadav is in the fray against SP candidate Akshay Yadav, he said Akshay is winning comfortably.

In the third phase, the BJP and its allies will taste defeat, Akhilesh Yadav said, adding that people have made up their mind against the BJP. Meanwhile, a delegation of Samajwadi Party led by party leader and MLC Rajendra Chowdhury and others met UP Chief Electoral Officer L Venkateshwar in Lucknow and alleged discrepancies in EVMs in Rampur and complained about alleged role of the UP minister in Badaun.

Asked for his comments, Additional Chief Electoral Officer B R Tiwari said an SP delegation has lodged complaints that UP cabinet minister Swami Prasad Maurya was trying to influence voters in favour of his daughter Sanghmitra Maurya, the BJP candidate in Badaun.

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He claimed that he was informed by “reliable sources” that “certain fixers”, who claim to be engaged in illegally managing judgments in exchange for cash are behind this plot as the CJI has taken decisive action to crack down on them.

Bains, in his affidavit, said that in the course of his initial inquiry, every ‘source’ he met had ‘only the knowledge of the conspiracy against Hon’ble CJI but not the names of the persons involved in hatching and executing the said conspiracy.”

In his long affidavit, he alleged that a corporate entity in league with certain fixers had allegedly conspired to frame the CJI in a false case of sexual harassment for creating a situation to force him to resign.

Paragraph 20 reads: “It is pertinent to mention here that the Deponent is privy to certain events and will submit in a sealed cover the events and the list of the involved person to this court should it so direct him.”

Lu c k n ow, A p r 2 3 (PTI): Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav Tuesday alleged that EVMs were “malfunctioning or voting for the BJP” across the country and termed it a “criminal negligence”.

“EVMs across India malfunctioning or voting for the BJP. DMs say poll officials untrained to operate EVMs. 350+ being replaced. This is criminal negligence for a polling exercise that costs Rs 50,000 crs.

“Should we believe DMs @ECISVEEP, or is something far more sinister afoot?” Yadav said in a tweet tagging the Election Commission.

Talking to reporters after casting his vote in Saifai (Etawah), Yadav said the EC should take cognisance of reports of malfunctioning of EVMs in Rampur and Badaun also.

“I have come to know that a state minister is trying to influence polling in Badaun, where his daughter is contesting. Officers are saying that EVMs are not running for lack of proper training of officials.

Is this the digital India being promised by the govern-

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New Delhi, Apr 23 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued a notice to advocate Utsav Bains, who has alleged that there is a conspiracy to frame Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi in a false sexual harassment case.

A bench of Justice Arun Mishra, Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman and Justice Deepak Gupta, while directing the presence of Bains on Wednesday in the court, asked him to produce evidence in support of paras 17 and 20 of his affidavit filed in the apex court on Monday.

Noting that the advocate has expressed “apprehension of threat to his safety”, the court directed Delhi Police Commissioner to “provide adequate police protection and also to ensure his presence in Court tomorrow (Wednesday)”.

The order passed on Tuesday said: “Mr. Utsav Singh Bains, Advocate, is not present today. Issue notice for personal presence of Mr. Utsav Singh Bains, Advocate. We also direct him to produce in

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Nagaland Post Vol. XXIX NO. 136 Dimapur, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019

Threat to civilisation

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series of eight devastating bomb blasts ripped through several high-end hotels and three churches holding Easter services in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday, the toll of which has risen to 320 besides injuring 500 others. It was Easter Sunday bloodbath in Sri Lanka for church goers at St. Anthony’s Shrine, Colombo; St. Sebastian’s Church, Negombo and Zion Church, Batticaloa. These churches are located in the heart of the country’s minority Christian community - in the cities of Colombo, Negombo and Batticaloa. The suicide bombers also triggered blasts in three luxury hotels in the capital city of Colombo- the Shangri La, Cinnamon Grand and Kingsbury. The death toll has climbed to 312 dead and around 500 injured. Suicide bombings have become the modus operandi of extreme radical terrorist groups most of whom are found to be Islamic jihadi groups.

The attacks in Sri Lanka were believed to have been carried out by the local militant group named National Thowfeek Jamaath. According to reports the hitherto unknown terror group in Sri Lanka is believed to be growing in number and authorities have estimated that there could be anywhere between 100 to 150 terrorists. Reports in media claim that the Sri Lanka blasts were reprisals for the Christchurch attack on a Mosque on March 15. In the attack on two Mosques, an Australian gunmen- Brenton Tarrant- described as a white supremacists killed fifty and injured an equal number. After the horrific Christchurch killings, there was suspicion that it could be used as an excuse by Islamic terror groups to take revenge. Innocent people remain helpless and are soft targets for murderers and terrorists around the world who justify their murderous acts. Activists, faith leaders and politicians are apprehensive that the Easter Sunday blasts could inflame communal tensions in Batticaloa as well as in Sri Lanka, where nearly three-quarters of the population are Sinhalese Buddhists. Tamils, who are mostly Hindu, account for nearly 15 percent, while Muslims and Christians make up 10 percent and six percent of the population, respectively. Sri Lankan government security agencies seemed to have ignored warnings issued by Indian and US intelligence about likelihood of suicide bombers targeting churches ten days before they actually happened. Harsha de Silva, cabinet minister, told CNN that US and Indian intelligence warned Sri Lankan officials before the attacks. Speaking at a news conference in Colombo, he apologized for the failure to act on that intelligence. The former senior police official also said the security services had been aware of the group linked to the attacks, National Tawheed Jamath (NTJ), for at least two years. The National Thowfeek Jamaath(NTJ) is believed to have some kind of link with the murderous ISIS international terror group. After the Mahinda Rajapaksa government in Colombo finally ended decades of murderous attacks and cold blooded massacres by the LTTE in 2009, Sri Lanka experienced peace. However, Rajapaksa was undone by international human rights groups and liberals who pursued charges against his government. Many military officers and intelligence officials were charged and jailed. This had a demoralising effect on the Sri Lankan security forces and which was believed to have been one reason why the security agencies were not proactive in following up the intelligence warning. Terror is the biggest threat to mankind and needs to be uprooted if there is belief that ‘terror has no religion’.

DailyDevotion Do You Worship The Work?

We are God’s fellow workers… —1 Corinthians 3:9 Beware of any work for God that causes or allows you to avoid concentrating on Him. A great number of Christian workers worship their work. The only concern of Christian workers should be their concentration on God. This will mean that all the other boundaries of life, whether they are mental, moral, or spiritual limits, are completely free with the freedom God gives His child; that is, a worshiping child, not a wayward one. A worker who lacks this serious controlling emphasis of concentration on God is apt to become overly burdened by his work. He is a slave to his own limits, having no freedom of his body, mind, or spirit. Consequently, he becomes burned out and defeated. There is no freedom and no delight in life at all. His nerves, mind, and heart are so overwhelmed that God’s blessing cannot rest on him.

But the opposite case is equally true– once our concentration is on God, all the limits of our life are free and under the control and mastery of God alone. There is no longer any responsibility on you for the work. The only responsibility you have is to stay in living constant touch with God, and to see that you allow nothing to hinder your cooperation with Him. The freedom that comes after sanctification is the freedom of a child, and the things that used to hold your life down are gone. But be careful to remember that you have been freed for only one thing– to be absolutely devoted to your co-Worker.

We have no right to decide where we should be placed, or to have preconceived ideas as to what God is preparing us to do. God engineers everything; and wherever He places us, our one supreme goal should be to pour out our lives in wholehearted devotion to Him in that particular work. “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might…” (Ecclesiastes 9:10).

Quotes

Prayer is not asking. It is a longing of the soul. It is daily admission of one’s weakness. It is better in prayer to have a heart without words than words without a heart. ~ Mahatma Gandhi

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019

Post-mortem

The bitter truth and a call for redressal

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espite being the capital city of Nagaland, there has always been an overwhelming sense of anxiety and disappointment on the purchase of butchered meat within the vicinity of Kohima municipality. Unlike other communities in India, these butchered items are the basic essentials and civic needs of the people of Nagaland. From the point of celebration of myriad events to the daily household dinner table, it would be hard to imagine a meal without a non-vegetarian item. But unregulated prices of the pork and the beef meat, and the tampering of the weighing machine, both analogue and digital, by the local butchers are so disappointing and disgraceful. There are instances where two butcher shop lying adjacent to each other charges different prices for the same product. Unlike other municipal district within the state where every part of the meat is assigned different prices, the capital city of Kohima seems to be the only municipality where not only the prices are unregulated but every part of the meat is priced the same.

Be it loin, trotters, innards, head or skin, the citizens are made to pay the same price.

The beef section is the most disappointing and annoying of all where the usual conversation starts with, ‘kon tu hardy lobo?’ Customers are made to choose from a pool of well-cleaned- off- detached bones without a shred of meat on it weighing at least half the weight of the purchased meat.

Aren’t bones supposed to be sold attached to the meat in its original state? ‘Being disappointed of buying meat’ is a

phrase unheard of anywhere else except in the capital city of Kohima. And yet, the authorities pay no heed to the citizens concern.

While the prices are unregulated, the tampering of the weighing machine by the local butchers is rampant which aggravates the matter.

Imagine the disappointment of being slapped on one side of the cheek and before the pain is abated, the other side of the cheek is slapped even harder. Such an act is simply but a robbery taking place on a broad day light under the very nose of the authorities concerned. It is a blatant disregard to a number of penal laws as well as other bye-laws that governs such activities. And yet the authorities give an indifferent shrug to these illegal activities having full knowledge of it.

Furthermore, almost 80% of the butcher shops are in a very unhygienic, dilapidated and deplorable condition showing no sign of improvement over the years. Besides, there are instances where stale meat are often jumbled with the fresh meat and sold to the customers. There are many aggrieved but silent citizens who have been a victim to such heinous act of the butchers. One cannot imagine the amount of damage it would do to one’s health on consumption. These butchers have been on punitive measures.

Being the capital and the only district chosen under the smart city mission to act as a role model of development for other districts, Kohima municipality should at least set some hygienic norms and standards so that the remaining districts might inculcate and adhere to it.

Mosquito economy in India: On swell

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he mosquito economy is swelling as brands across categories come up with innovative methods of tackling an age-old plague.

The annoyance caused by mosquitoes can be documented in terms of economic loss. Mosquitoes are tiny insects, but they carry a big economic bite. Although most of us don’t see the mosquito as causing anything but itchy bites, this insect, in fact, spreads many diseases.

Each year, millions of people die as a result of contracting mosquito-borne diseases, and the World Health Organization (WHO) has listed mosquitoes as among the top threats to public health, especially in developing nations.

Each year, nations suffer billions of dollars in losses, spend billions on mosquito control programs and invest substantially in treatments for patients who have suffered complications after mosquito bites.

Environmental changes such as land-surface characteristics and variation in climate, along with increased anthropogenic activities comprising mining, deforestation, mining, and human mobility, have resulted in an increase in vector-borne diseases including dengue virus, Zika virus, and malaria, over the years— thereby driving the sales of mosquito repellents.

Global sales of mosquito repellents is expected to generate a valuation of US$ 4 Billion, in 2019 and the global volume sales (in million units) is studied to increase 1.8x, standing at 54,406 Mn units, during the same period. The overall market for mosquito repellents is expected to expand a robust CAGR of 8 percent, in terms of value, through 20182026 According to Abhay Soi, chairman and managing director, Radiant Lifecare, the economy surrounding mosquitoes is pegged to be around Rs 25,000 crore, and counting. And it’s growing far beyond old standards, like mats, coils and creams. he mosquito repellent market is one of the rapidly growing vibrant markets in FMCG sector India Over the last decade, India has witnessed robust increase in use of mosquito repellents due to rising incidence of mosquito

borne diseases, increasing consumer awareness and growing health concerns.

Due to increase awareness regarding vector borne disease, the demand for mosquito repellent products like coils, strips, liquid vaporizers, etc are rising than before, thereby providing high momentum to the Indian Mosquito repellent market. Mosquito Repellent has become a gripping market for new product developments and innovation where producers are trying to convince consumers through aggressive campaign and advertising that they should adopt mosquito repellent products to improve home hygiene and to be protected from mosquito borne disease. The penetration of mosquito repellent products is low, especially in rural India, but this offers the enormous opportunities to Indian mosquito repellent industry.

The Indian mosquito repellent market stood at $ 670 million in 2018 and is projected to grow to nearly $ 900 million by 2024. India Mosquito Repellent Market has been growing with a CAGR of more than 5% from last five years and is projected to reach new heights by the year 2021 due to rising incidence of vector borne disease in India, growing awareness regarding prevention of mosquitoes, brand awareness, increasing disposable income, growing demand in middle class people and affordable price of mosquito repellent products. The various formats such as coils, mats, liquid vaporizers, sprays, creams, lotions, etc are driving the segmental market of mosquito repellent market in India. According to a TechSci Research report India mosquito repellent market is projected to reach $ 800 million by 2021.

The mosquito repellent market in India is witnessing a significant growth because Indians are becoming more health conscious. Awareness of diseases spread through mosquitoes is increasing due to a rise in the literacy rate. Some of the diseases spread by mosquitoes include malaria, dengue fever and yellow fever.

Prof Mithilesh Kumar Sinha, NU Lumami

Lack of regulator y framework and enforcement agency to address these aforesaid issues in Kohima is of great concern. If the municipality of Mokokchung and Dimapur can implement and enforce a list of rates for different parts of the meat, particularly for pork and beef, why can’t the Kohima municipality? Municipality being well within the meaning of a ‘State’ under Article 12 of the Constitution of India, is it not obligatory on its part to frame appropriate policies/ guidelines/regulations in line with the interest of the public at large rather than a handful few and enforce it in its full rigour and conduct stern and timely inspection of its implementation at every butcher outlet to ensure unbending adherence to its policies? Is it not the duty of the municipality to provide civic services and in particular on the matters in relation to the functions assigned to a municipality under the Nagaland Municipal Act 2001? If raids can be conducted under The Standard of Weights and Measures Act 1976 against illegal tampering of weighing machine by a team of officials from Legal Metrology Department and various Law enforcement agencies within the other aforesaid municipal districts wherein the entire properties can be seized from the butchers’ shop and penalised according to the law in force, why are the same authorities inactive and silent in the state capital?

Will it not be more transparent if duly approved digital weighing machine are made mandatory at every butcher shop replacing the analogue weighing machine which can

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be easily tampered with? For any aggrieved consumers, will it not be better to provide a single window grievance cell by the concerned authority within each local limits to take swift and prompt action against such defaulters or a speed dial phone number specifically designed to address such grievances? If any officials, acting in bad faith, were found to connive with the butchers’ in the pursuit of any such illegal activities, is there any strict departmental guidelines or notifications to take punitive actions against such officials other than the law in force in India? If restaurants, bakeries and fish consignments can be raided for sanitary inspection and adulteration of food product under the Food Safety and Standard Act (FSSA) 2006 by the Department of Health and Family Welfare, why not the butcher shop which caters to the 95% of the state population? Meat related diseases are growing at an alarming rate and so does it not call for preventive measures to be taken to ensure the safety of the citizens? Will it not be better if deep freezers’, or any other similar equipments as such, are made mandatory at every butcher outlet to ensure hygienic preservation and prevent sale of stale meat?

‘Dignity of the individual’ as enshrined in the Preamble of our Constitution implies the well-being of all its citizens.

A welfare state can only be achieved when the voices of its citizens are heard and appropriate measures are taken for redressal of grievances.

Here is one such voice.

R Alemwati Jamir, Advocate, Kohima

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he late nineties brought in a device called mobile phone pushing aside the pager which had been ruling the roost till then. Its humble debut in to our country suddenly took the people by a storm. In the beginning, it came to the hands of people as a simple voice communication gizmo, but later it began to come with lots of applications loaded to help you and to entertain you. Now it is the symbol of your pride and as a matter of fact, you are judged by the mobile phone you are carrying.

With the smartphones ruling the roost in our life these days, life almost revolves around it and things have come to such a level in life that there is nothing we can do without a smart phone. Life sans smartphone is like beef without mustard. Now everyone vying each other to own a glitzy and smarter smartphone for faster browsing the internet has indeed signaled a clear change of the life that we are leading now.

There are hundreds of thousands of applications developed to augment the mobile phone’s utility. The recently banned application Tik Tok owned and operated by a Chinese company has won millions of users across the world within a short span of time. In India alone, more than 240 million times this application was downloaded and each day the number of users was growing amazingly. Jokes, clips and footage related to India’s thriving movie industry dominated the app’s platform, along with memes and videos in which youngsters; some scantily clad, lip-sync and dance to popular music.

It was the Madras High Court hearing the case had ordered a ban on the option to download Tik Tok from Google and Apple app stores in India as it hosted inappropriate content that could potentially be dangerous for impressionable young minds. Moreover, a major section of the demographic that Tik Tok attracts is children and youngsters. The matter of great concern is that despite the age limit of 13 years, children of all ages are using the app.

It may be recalled that the 2019 BBC investigation mentioned various pedophilic comments and interactions on the app. It also further reported that though Tik Tok can remove illegal content or comments posted on its app, it cannot remove or block the person who put up such content or comments.

Delving deep into the pros and cons of banning this app, it must be born in mind that in a sense, this app is great for a liquid or fluid society wherein everything is being transformed from the ‘solid’ to the ‘liquid’ phase of modernity. But we have a society based on some solid moral principles derived from our great men of the past.

These principles are the driving force and the basic ones to hold and stay afloat the society intact. So, the app that cannot contribute and promote our society in a positive way must be banned.

T K Nandanan, Perumanur, Thevara, Kochi, (nanduthejus@gmail.com)

Are Nagas losing mother tongue to Nagamese & English?

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ew years ago, I came across an article entitled, “How a Bihari lost his mother tongue to Hindi.” It dawned upon me that like Biharis, Bengalis and other Indian communities, Nagas are going through a peril of losing the importance of our mother tongue.

Most Nagas are bilingual or multilingual. Perhaps, we have more Nagamese and English speakers than any tribal dialect.

Looking into global statistics, UNESCO has recognised over 6,900 languages worldwide. Amongst 900 Indian languages, 197 are endangered, of which 80 are from northeast India. In the 20th century, 5-6 Indian languages became extinct.

One such case is from our neighbouring state- Assam, where Ahom or Tai Ahom, the language spoken by the great Ahom Dynasty has fallen into disuse. In this list, most Naga languages are classedas vulnerable, where most children speak the language but restricted to certain domains. With globalisation and shift in socio-cultural-political dynamics, our precious Naga languages and dialects are going through the initial stage of endangerment and on the verge of extinction.

In olden times, our people learnt each other’s language for communication. With Nagas opening up to the outside world, our lingua franca, Nagamese was born. At times, a non-Naga who speaks Nagamese is easily incorporated into our fold than a Naga who cannot speak Nagamese. This is a reason which sometimes alienates our fellow Nagas hailing from other states.

From improving social interactions to business dealings within Nagaland, the benefits of speaking Nagamese are manifold. Speakers of Nagamese also find it easier to master other Indian languages such as Assamese, Bengali, Hindi, Nepali, etc., because Nagamese has borrowed words from them.

English, the official language of Nagaland and ‘lingua franca of the digital age’, is learnt by the time we start attending school. Some begin to learn English as

early as the time they start learning to speak, which is sometimes propelled by the motive to let the child speak fluent English so as to have an academic ace. With television, internet and mobile phones, children are exposed to Englishat a tender age.

Today, young school children having a diction, accent and articulation better than I do as an adult.

The pressure to make children fit into the English speaking mass, also creates an attitude of negligence towards the transmission of our languages to the younger generation. This disposition is also seen in both same and mixed tribal marriages.

And yes, like Nagamese bridges the communication gap, English also connects our people-those who can and cannot speak Nagamese.

There is no denying the aspirational, academic, social, commercial and global value that English controls. But is our impeccable English acquisition coming at the cost of being able to proudly speak our mother tongue?

Repercussions of Nagamese and English on our local Naga dialects, is perceivable through many Naga families who speak Nagamese and English at home. It is not my intention to demean families who speak Nagamese or English nor discourage the usage of these languages in our society. But it is out of sheer concern of thereceding use of our native languages that I write this article. With rise in inter-tribal or mixed marriages (which I do not intend to oppose), native languages of neither parentsis transmitted to children in some cases; where they communicate in Nagamese and/or English.

Assimilation of tribes and cultures has its own perks in bringing peace and understanding amongst Nagas where tribalism continues to blight our society. However, with the loss of ancestral tongues (be it the mother or father’s), which were passed down to us for millennia, along with their unique arts, ideas and values, our future generations may have to face consequences that we may not comprehend until it is too late to reverse them.

With local youths gravitating towards towns and cities, most youthsin our urban social circles communicate in English or Nagamese, even when they belong to the same tribe. For obvious reasons, many Naga families residing outside Nagaland also develop a tendency to speak English even at home.Of late, youths are inclined towards foreign languages due to the influence of K-pop, Japanese anime, exposureto foreign languages and culturesfor leisure, profession and academics, etc., and we are confronted with the necessity to learn foreign languages.

Amidstsuch circumstances, I see hope in our social institutions called church. Because most churches in our state are conducted in the native dialects, our generation continues to learn our tribal languages.

Alongside churches, tribal organisations continue to have a protagonist command in preserving our tribal languages and ethos. Saying so, I do not intend to advocate tribalism nor oppose churches conducted in English or Nagamese.

I firmly believe in the institution of the family where children learn their language, culture and moral values from their parents, elders and grandparents. Nuclear family system, lack of time spent or communication gap between parents/elders/grandparents and children, is leading to decline in the transmission

of language and values.

Though Naga society is afflicted with tribalism,the loss of even a single language will have socio-politico-cultural consequences, weakening the social fabric, creating disunity and lose of political legitimacy as a community with exclusive political rights. Our languages bear the wisdom of our ancestors and ancient knowledge of communities, philosophy, environment, etc. If any Naga dialect or language vanishes, these priceless knowledge of our ancestors will die out.

We need to realise that learning our own mother tongue is also a part of our children’s education. Though the family is not necessarily the only place where we learn languages, learning the mother tongue is best done within our family. At the moment, the solution for this crisis is to encourage the speaking of our mother tongue at home and increase the interaction of parent/ elder with the younger generation.

Rita Mae Brown, an American activist rightly quoted, “Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going.” Where are we, the Nagas headed to?

AlonoThorie, PhD Scholar, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, West Bengal, (alonothr@gmail.com)

Reader’s Post

Sir,

Park at appropriate parking zones

Inspite of traffic personnel regulating the flow of traffic and parking of vehicles, there are always incidents where one finds that odd vehicles trying to force park right in the middle of the busy thoroughfare. Parking in the middle of the road leaving very little space for other vehicles to pass through is not only selfish but very disrespectful of traffic rules. Come one, the road does not belong to a particular individual and is public property so everyone needs to have consideration for one’s neighbour.

Please park at appropriate parking zones.

Temsuwati Longchar, Khermahal, Dimapur Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019

Rafale case: SC notice to Rahul

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‘Avarice’ of CongBJP will crash in LS polls: Vijayan

Aviation Ministry says Jet Airways’s slot allocation to others only temporary Mumbai, Apr 23 (AGENCIES): Allaying apprehensions of the grounded carrier Jet Airways on its vacant slots, the aviation ministry on Tuesday said they are being allocated to other airlines purely on “temporary basis” and once the airline resumes operations, these slots will be returned.

The ministry also assured Jet of “protecting” its historic slots as per the applicable norms and regulations.

The SBI-led consortium of lenders and Jet Airways employees unions had on Monday urged the government to secure its international landing slots to protect its valuation.

“To reduce inconvenience of passengers and facilitate induction of additional capacity, it has been decided to allot some of the slots vacated by Jet to other airlines purely on a temporary basis, for a period of three months,” the ministry said in a statement Tuesday.

The abrupt temporary closure of Jet due to cash crunch last Wednesday left

“We also deem it proper to direct the Registry to list the present contempt petition along with Review Petition and connected Review Petitions and Miscellaneous Applications on April 30,” the bench said.

The Congress said Gandhi in his “explanation” to the Supreme Court asserted that it was never his intention to attribute the ‘chowkidar chor hai’ slogan to the top court, but the party will continue to use the expression in the future.

Singhvi told reporters that Gandhi’s affidavit clearly mentioned that a campaign is being run by the party president, Congress and other parties since the last 18 months or so alleging that Prime Minister Modi, some union ministers and others are complicit in the Rafale “scam”.

“In this context, we had coined and repeatedly used, endorsed and relied upon the political slogan ‘chowkidar chor hai’ which we have done, we continue to do, and will continue to rely upon,” Singhvi said, citing Gandhi’s reply in the court.

“It was never our intention to attribute this slogan as a finding of the Supreme Court. Indeed it could not have been such an intention for the simple reason that no court much less the Supreme Court would adopt or endorse such a slogan in a court order,” he said.

Singhvi said he requested the court to close the matter, asserting that the BJP was politicising it and even using the court as a forum for politicisation.

During the hearing, the court asked Rohatgi to apprise it of the contents of Gandhi’s affidavit.

“We have not read the affidavit. Tell us what Rahul Gandhi has said,” the CJI said.

Rohatgi said the Congress President has “admitted” that he made a “wrong statement” relating to the April 10 verdict of the apex court which merely had rejected the preliminary objections of the Centre on admissibility of certain documents to adjudicate the review petition in the Rafale case.

T h i r u v anan thapuram, Apr 23 (PTI): Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan came down heavily on opposition Congress-led UDF and BJPled NDA Tuesday, saying the “avarice” of both the fronts would come crashing down in the Lok Sabha elections as candidates of the CPI(M) headed LDFwould win with a thumping majority.

Vijayan cast his vote at a local school in Pinarayi in northern Kannur district along with his family members in the morning.

“You will see that the avarice of certain people crashing in the state during this election,” he told reporters after exercising his franchise.

In an apparent reference to BJP president Amit Shah, Vijayan said those who had led”communal violence” in north India, thought that they could win the heart of people of the state by organsing road shows. The Congress did not even talk about its election manifesto during the party’s election campaigns, he alleged.

Voter ID more powerful than IED, says Modi after casting vote

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(From p-1) He further expressed hope that such initiatives would help students achieve their vision. In the first phase of the workshop, Dimapur, Kohima and Wokha districts will be covered. Resource persons included Nidhi Poddar, Trupti Jadhav and Snehal Sambre from USM’s Shriram Mantri Vidyanidhi Infotech Academy. Principal Secretary Menukhul John chaired the function while Dr. NK GHSS principal Dr. Bijano Murry proposed vote of thanks.

SCERT director T Sekhose, school education Director Wonthungo Tsopoe, senior government officials and others attended the function.

(From p-1) The extension of platform No. 2 is also currently on halt due to alleged land encroachment. It was also observed that the Reverse Osmosis (RO) dispenser at the railway station was not working. Though the railway engineering department had been notified, but there has been no response.

A railway official revealed that the department’s personnel were active only during inspections by high ranking officials.

It was observed that whenever there is a heavy downpour, water floods inside railway station from

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ney General Mukul Rohatgi, appearing for Lekhi and senior advocate and Congress leader Abhishek Manu Singhvi representing Gandhi for around 10 minutes, a bench headed

by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi passed the order.

“On the basis of the statements made by Dr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi, senior counsel appearing for the alleged contemnor (Rahul Gandhi), we deem it proper to issue notice in the matter,” the bench, also comprising Justices Deepak Gupta and Sanjiv Khanna, said.

Further, it said “Personal presence of the alleged contemnor (Rahul Gandhi) is dispensed with, for the present.

Ahmedabad, Apr 23 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi Tuesday said the voter ID (identity card) is more powerful than the IED (improvised explosive device) of terrorists.

He was speaking after casting his vote during the single-phase polling for Lok Sabha in his home state Gujarat.

After casting his vote, Modi walked some distance from the polling booth and interacted briefly with mediapersons.

“Indian democracy presents an example before the world. While on one hand, an IED (improvised explosive device) is the weapon of terrorists, on the other hand, the voter ID (identity) is the weapon and power of democracy,” he said.

“I am confident that the power of voter ID is much more than the IED and we should understand the importance of the voter ID card and come out to vote in large numbers,” he said.

Modi said he feels fortunate to participate in “the

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great festival of democracy” in his home state Gujarat.

“The third phase of polling is taking place today in the country. I am fortunate that I also got the proud moment to fulfil my duty by voting in my home state Gujarat and to have an active participation in this great festival of democracy,” he said.

“By voting, I feel the same sense of purity that one gets after taking bath at the Kumbh mela,” he told reporters.

Urging people to vote with full enthusiasm, he said, “The intelligence of Indian voters to understand whom to vote and whom not to vote is a matter of case study.” He also welcomed the active participation of

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young voters, born in the 21st century, who are exercising their franchise for the first time in the ongoing Lok Sabha polls, and conveyed his best wishes to them.

“This entire century belongs to those who are voting for the first time.

They have to vote for the bright future of this century.

Therefore, I would especially urge the new voters to commit to hundred per cent voting,” he said.

“I am grateful to all the lovers of democracy who voted in large numbers in the first and second phases of the Lok Sabha elections,” he said.

Modi reached the polling station at Nishan High School in Ranip area in an open jeep in the morning and cast his vote.

On way to the polling booth, he also greeted people who had gathered on both sides of the road to welcome him.

BJP president Amit Shah, contesting from Gandhinagar Lok Sabha seat, welcomed Modi and accompanied him to the polling booth.

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(From p-1) It also promised to leave no stone unturned in taking matters to logical conclusion and ensure that justice was delivered.

Meanwhile, NPCC has appealed to village councils that are “habituated in carrying out coup of polling stations” for restrain since continuation of such act would uproot the very foundation of democracy from the village level and result in formation of a government that did not care about the plight of the people.

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The Aichisaghemi Community Kohima, cordially invites all the well wishers of Aichisaghemi at the celebration of its 25th Anniversary to be held on 26th April 2019 at State Academy Hall, Kohima at 11 A.M.

Jet Airways has temporarily stopped services. (File)

thousands of passengers in the lurch, forcing the ministry to allot some of the slots across domestic and international airports to other local carriers in a bid to help mitigate inconvenience.

The crisis at Jet has caused inconvenience to many air passengers and the ministry is seized of the matter, it said, adding the decision to allot vacant slots to other carriers has been taken to reduce the inconvenience of passengers and facilitate induction of additional capacity.

“The historic rights of Jet Airways, as per extent ministry guidelines for slot

attention to the station in order to facilitate travel and comfort for the growing number of passengers.

It may be mentioned that Kamakhya Railway station at Maligaon in Guwahati was recently upgraded with more amenities for passengers. Among the facilities recently added are-ten retiring rooms having free wifi, AC, TV etc., ten- bedded dormitory each for male and female passenger with free wifi,

allocation will be protected.

These slots will be made available to Jet as and when they revive their operations,” the ministry said.

It also said a committee has been constituted by government comprising regulator DGCA, the Airports Authority, joint venture/ private sector airlines and slot coordinators to ensure that slots are allocated in the most equitable and transparent manner. This committee would be allocating slots purely on temporary basis for three months only to those airlines which bring additional capacity (aircraft), the ministry added.

AC, TV etc. A waiting hall having capacity to accommodate 120 passenger having Digital display system, mobile charging points, AC, free Wifi, separate Male/Female washrooms, drinking water etc. were also added. Additional seating arrangement has been provided in platforms including Cafeteria. Even smaller stations between Dimapur and Guwahati besides Lumding, are being developed in a big way.

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DIMAPUR LONGJANG SENSO TELONGJEM DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

CONDEMNATION The Dimapur Longjang Senso Telongjem vehemently condemns the inhuman act of Mr. Imtisüngchet, 21 years, (S/o Late Mahesh Mech & Mrs Sashitsüngla of Changki Village), a temporary resident of Aoyimküm village, Dimapur who broke into the house of Mrs Toshinaro (D/o Late Rev. Ayutemjen), a respected member of our community, in the midnight of 17.04.2019 and resorted to beastly acts while attempting to murder her after committing burglary. The Telongjem intends to actively pursue the matter to ensure that timely justice is delivered.

Meanwhile, the DLST convey its sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Dimapur Women Police, particularly the investigating officer and her team for swiftly apprehending the criminal. We further urge the authorities concerned not to grant bail but to mete out expeditious and exemplary punishment to the culprit.

Y. Among Jamir President Dimapur Longjang Senso Telongjem

Limasanen Pongen Secretary Dimapur Longjang Senso Telongjem

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two pillars which cause havoc with passengers. A railway official stated that repeated complaints sent to the railway engineering department have fallen on deaf ears.

Besides Nagaland, the railway station currently caters to passengers from two more States - Assam and Manipur. There are currently 36 trains plying through Dimapur but only the Nagaland Express and Dimapur-Guwahati BG Express emanate from Dimapur station. Due to the pressing demands the NPF authorities have to seriously consider giving more

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New Delhi, Apr 23 (PTI): The Supreme Court Tuesday issued notice to Congress president Rahul Gandhi seeking his response on a contempt petition for “incorrectly” attributing his ‘chowkidar chor hai’ remark against Prime Minister Narendra Modi to it in the Rafale case but exempted him from personal appearance.

The notice was issued after the top court rejected Gandhi’s plea to close the criminal contempt case filed by BJP MP Meenakshi Lekhi after his explanation in an affidavit on Monday claiming that the remarks were made in the “heat of political campaigning”.

Gandhi had also expressed regret over his remarks.

The apex court said the contempt case will be heard on April 30 along with the pending review petitions against the December 14, 2018 verdict that gave a clean chit to the Modi government in the Rafale fighter jet deal on a petition alleging irregularities.

After hearing the arguments by former Attor-

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high at 16 per cent against four to eight per cent for Bharti and Vodafone Idea, the report stated.

It said the 3G/4G subscriber additions have now normalised on a monthly basis.

After rising sharply to 21 million in January this year, the 3G/4G subscriber additions normalised to 10 million, taking the 3G/4G

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per cent, gaining 9 percentage points (ppts), Bharti has maintained its share at 32 per cent and Vodafone Idea lost 5 percentage point to fall to 37 per cent, CLSA said.

The number of 3G and 4G subscribers increased by 10 million to 532 million, the report added.

According to the report, mobile number portability (MNP) requests declined 10 per cent MoM

inevitable turn in revenues,” CLSA said.

Subscriber marketshare gains for Jio will continue, the report forecast.

The m-o-m active subscriber base for the sector was flat as Jio’s gains were offset by MoM declines of Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea. The divergence beand this, along with the tween active and reported increase in Jio’s subscribers subscribers for Jio remains in the fourth quarter of the last fiscal, could imply that a part of the dual-SIM users are shifting usage back to incumbent networks.

“With the India mobile being a three-player oligopoly and rising data adoption, we remain positive on Jio which will emerge as a leading telco in 2019, and also Bharti, given its strong market-share defence and

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New Delhi, Apr 23 (IANS): Reliance Jio’s 8-million strong subscriber additions, Airtel’s stable market share and Voda Idea losing customers is the sum of brokerage firm CLSA ‘s telecom sector outlook for February 2019, that projects Jio will lead the subscriber market share in the current year.

In its India Telecom report, CLSA said Indian mobile subscribers in February increased by 2 million to 1,184 million, with Reliance Jio adding 8 million, while Bharti Airtel subscribers remained flat and Vodafone Idea lost 6 million, monthon-month (m-o-m).

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Meanwhile, the Ministry has asked the carriers to submit their requirement for slots across various airports.

Once they give their requirements, the committee on slots would evaluate them and reallocate the unutilised Jet Airways slots.

Facing severe liquidity crisis, Jet Airways on April 17 suspended its entire operations indefinitely. The airline is unlikely to come back on its feet anytime soon given the load of its debt and liabilities.

Following the suspension of operations, there has been sudden drop in capacity. This has resulted in average airfares going up in the range of 10-15 per cent.

Dimapur, Apr 23 (NPN): Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has established a new retail chain for premium bikes with the vertical called Honda BigWing.

Represented by the Honda Silver Wing mark, the new vertical promises to deliver an immersive experience for Honda’s premium motorcycle customers. The first BigWing outlet was inaugurated in Gurugram, and also made the first deliveries to Honda Gold Wing, Honda Africa Twin and Honda CB300R customers.

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New Delhi, Apr 23 (IANS): The Civil Aviation Ministry has asked domestic carriers to desist from raising fares on routes connecting far-flung areas especially in the northeast, in the wake of the grounding of Jet Airways.

“The Ministry has advised airlines’ to not raise fares on routes that connect smaller cities and towns especially in the northeast, Srinagar and Port Blair,” an airline official said on Monday night on the basis of anonymity. He added that the government does not want the passengers to pay more than the normal fares and get inconvenienced. It also does not want the passengers to complain against

Minoru Kato, president & CEO of Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd (center) inaugurating the premium retail outlet.

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payment to 180 days.

Also, for a compromise settlement, IBA has suggested that RP4 provision should be withdrawn and only income recognition and asset classification (IRAC) norms used once an account is considered as being restructured.The IBS has also suggested that an account should be upgraded if 10 per cent of the sustainable debt portion is paid, instead of the current provision requiring payment of 20 per cent of outstanding principal and interest. This will benefit large infrastructure projects having big exposure to banks.

On April 2, the Supreme Court struck down a February 12, 2018, circular of the RBI that asked banks to initiate insolvency process against companies even if there was a day’s delay in payment of dues.

As per the circular, banks were told to start the resolution process as soon as a borrower defaulted on a term loan and were given 180 days to cure it, failing which the account would have to be referred to the NCLT. It also said that any company that defaulted on its loan repayment obligation even by a day should be declared a defaulter.

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circular, banks could get up to 270 days to resolve an asset without taking it to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for resolution. Sources said that the RBI is being guided by suggestions earlier given by the IBA on classification of NPAs and their resolution.

The IBA has made a presentation to the RBI Governor on April 10.

The central bank is expected to retain the main contours of its February 12, 2018, circular while also making the referral to the NCLT non-compulsory.

Also, the RBI could relax norms for approval of a bank led resolution plan. Instead of requiring the unanimous approval of banks, lenders may now get to approve a resolution plan with 90 per cent voting.

The changes in the circular could also relax stringent provisions relating to restructuring for compromise settlements. Instead of classifying a compromise settlement as restructuring, if the settlement amount payment period extends beyond 90 days requiring a complex rating procedure (RP4), the changed norms could follow the IBA’s suggestion of extending the period of settlement amount

tension requiring higher borrowing, said the duo, a report by Economist Radhika Rao and FX Strategist Philip Wee of the DBS Group Research said.

A re por t by Care Ratings suggested that a permanent increase in crude oil prices by 10 per cent under ceteris paribus conditions could translate into the current account deficit increasing by 0.40.5 per cent of GDP while the rupee can weaken by 3-4 per cent on an annual basis.

Some dollar buying by exporters, however, helped the rupee recover its lost ground at the fag-end.

The domestic currency finally settled at 69.62, up by 5 paise over its previous close.

The rupee Monday had plunged by 32 paise to close at a two-week low of 69.67 against the US dollar following a spike in crude oil prices.

India will stop importing crude oil from Iran following the US move to end sanction waivers, and will use alternative supply sources such as Saudi Arabia to make up for the lost volumes, top officials and industry sources said Tuesday.

Global benchmark Brent crude climbed to a multi-month high of USD 74.25 per barrel, representing a 0.28 per cent rise.

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New Delhi, Apr 23 (IANS): The RBI is likely to adopt a more accommodative approach towards resolution of stressed assets when it issues a revised circular, replacing the controversial February 12 circular quashed by the Supreme Court. Sources said the major contention in RBI’s controversial February 12, 2018, circular, including the one-day default norm, that was challenged in the court leading to its quashing, will be done away with in the new circular.

Instead, banks will be given 30 days time from the first default to identify and qualify an account as a bad debt (special mention account or SMA) and initiate a resolution exercise. Besides, the 180-day period given for completing the bank-led resolution will start only after an account is declared an SMA I thirty days from first default, with RBI likely to accede to a suggestion given by the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) to allow individual banks to grant additional 60 days time for approval and implementation of a resolution plan (RP).

So, instead of having 180 days time for a bank-led resolution from day one of default, under a new RBI

Mumbai, Apr 23 (PTI): The rupee Tuesday recovered from the day’s lows to close higher by 5 paise at 69.62 against the US dollar on some dollar selling by banks and exporters.

However, subdued equity market sentiment and a stronger dollar against its key rival currencies limited the rupee’s gain, forex dealers said.

At Interbank Foreign Exchange, the rupee opened strong at 69.63 a dollar and touched a high of 69.53 in early trade.

The local currency erased its gains and dropped to a low of 69.83 as crude oil prices extended their Monday’s rally, triggering inflationary and fiscal slippage concerns.

Crude oil prices rose to multi-month highs on Monday after the Trump administration decided not to renew waivers that let countries like India buy Iranian oil without facing US sanctions.

Analysts said oil prices have gained on fears that markets might face an immediate supply crunch following the US decision while oil touching USD 80 per barrel was a possibility.

For bond markets, the worry is two-pronged with the concern being that high oil prices might pose a fresh risk to the fiscal math, if subsidies return, by ex-

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Two brothers were SL hotel suicide bombers: sources

Melting Arctic will have $70tn climate impact LONDON, APRIL 23 (IANS): The release of methane and carbon dioxide from thawing permafrost will accelerate global warming and add up to $70 trillion to the worlds climate bill, according to the most advanced study yet of the economic consequences of a melting Arctic.

If countries fail to improve on their Paris agreement commitments, this feedback mechanism, combined with a loss of heatdeflecting white ice, will cause a near 5 per cent amplification of global warming and its associated costs, the Guardian quoted the study as saying which was published on Tuesday in Nature Communications.

The authors said that their study is the first to calculate the economic impact of permafrost melt and reduced albedo - a measure of how much light that hits a surface is reflected without being absorbed - based on the most advanced computer models of what is likely to happen in the Arctic as temperatures rise.

It shows how destabilised natural systems will worsen the problem caused by man-made emissions, making it more difficult and expensive to solve.

The pair were key members of the Islamist National Thowheeth Jama’ath (NTJ) which the government has blamed for the attacks, the official added.

C o lo m b o, A p r 2 3 (AFP): Muslim brothers carried out two of the hotel suicide blasts in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday, part of a wave of bombings that killed more than 320 people, police sources told AFP Tuesday.

The brothers, sons of a wealthy Colombo spice trader, blew themselves up as guests queued for breakfast at the Shangri-La and Cinnamon Grand hotels in the capital, the source said. The sources also revealed that a fourth hotel was targeted in the string of bombings, but the attack failed. The brothers, whose names have not been revealed, were in their

late twenties and operated their own “family cell”, an investigation officer said.

But it was not clear what ties they had to the other bombers involved in the devastating attacks against three high-end hotels and three churches. The pair were key members of the Islamist National Thowheeth Jama’ath (NTJ) which the government has blamed for the attacks, the official added. Official sources told AFP an attack had been planned at a fourth hotel.

A bomber had checked into the hotel a day before the attack and given his address. He was at the site on

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Sunday, but did not detonate his explosives. It was not clear if they failed or he decided against detonating them for some reason.

But after the Shangri-la blast, staff at the unnamed hotel became suspicious and the man was tracked to a lodging near the capital. He blew himself up there when confronted by police, killing two bystanders.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT LT. IMODANGBA

2nd World War Veteran Born: 1923 – Died: 15-04-2019

We the bereaved family of Lt. Imodangba (Mongchen Village) convey our heartfelt gratitude to all who have remembered us financially, physically, morally and in prayers during the short illness and at the demise of our Dad. We are unable to thank each and everyone individually but it is our prayer that God bless each and everyone abundantly.

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Loving family members and relatives

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Philippines quake toll increases to 16

A tricycle is seen under a collapsed building in Pampanga Province, the Philippines, Tuesday. The death toll from the 6.1-magnitude earthquake that struck the Philippines has increased to 16.

Ma n i l a , A p r i l 2 3 (IANS): The death toll in Monday’s 6.1-magnitude quake that struck the Philippines’ Luzon Island has increased to 16, amid ongoing efforts to rescue around 30 missing people who were trapped under a collapsed commercial centre, authorities said on Tuesday.

Fifteen of the victims were from the Pampanga province, in the central part of the island and some 100 km north of Manila, according to latest figures provided by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Lilia Pineda, governor of Pampanga, urged the central govern-

ment to declare a state of emergency so that provincial authorities can provide assistance to survivors and help those whose homes have been destroyed or damaged, reports Efe news. So far, nine people have been rescued from the four-storey mall in Porac that collapsed, while five people have been confirmed dead.

According to the NDRRMC, 81 people have been injured and 14 others remain missing. Roads, bridges, railway lines and Clark International Airport all sustained severe damages.

The airport would remain closed until at least Wednesday morning, airport

officials told local media.

A 17th-century church in Porac was also severely damaged after its bell tower fell. Over 400 aftershocks have been registered following the quake, although most were of low intensity.

The earthquake was followed by another temblor of 6.3-magnitude in Eastern Samar province, located in the central part of the Philippines, on Tuesday, although no casualties have been reported.

The Philippines is located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region of high volcanic and seismic activities, that is shaken every year by some 7,000, mostlymoderate, quakes.

We, the family of LT. PUSONÜLÜ TETSEO of Chozuba Town would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who stood by us at the sudden demise of our beloved on 15 April 2019.

We regret our inability to thank each and everyone who stood by us emotionally, physically, financially, materially and upholding us in your prayers. We pray that God bless you abundantly.

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La Pa z , A p r i l 2 3 (IANS): At least 25 people were killed and 23 others injured when bus ran off the road and plunged 350 metres to the bottom of a ravine near the Bolivian capital, a senior police officer told Efe news.

The officer said that the accident occurred on Monday near the town of Yolosita, some 90 km from La Paz in a mountainous zone, reports Efe news.

Initial indications are that it was the “driver’s error” that caused the accident, while he was reportedly trying to overtake a truck “and hitting the other vehicle” in the process, he said.

According to the officer, who went to the accident site, the bus “was completely destroyed, with the bodies scattered due to the impact and plunging down (into the ravine)”.

The vehicle was transporting 48 passengers from La Paz to the town of Rurrenabaque, in Bolivia’s northeastern Amazon region.

Bolivian President Evo Morales said in a tweet: “Our condolences to the families of the dead. To the brother drivers, we ask you to always exercise great caution; protecting life is above everything.”

MRS. K. AJANG

Even though one year has passed since you left us for heavenly abode, your sweet memories and affection to us will not fade away from our hearts.

Loving Family members

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Died on : 24/04/18 An eternal Memory...

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal.

Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

You never said I'm leaving, You never said goodbye.

You were gone before I knew it.

And only God knew why.

In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still.

If love alone could have saved you.

You never would have died....

Loved, missed & very dear.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019

We the bereaved family members would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and everyone who stood by us morally, physically, financially and spiritually during the prolonged illness and sad demise of Late Chomang (Kumar) Born on 7-5-1974, Died on 18-04-2019.

We convey our special thanks to :1. Doctor and Nurses, Tuensang Civil Hospital.

2. Sangtam Baptist Church, Tuensang.

3. Old Mangakhi Village.

4. Old Mangakhi Village Union, Tuensang Town.

5. 3rd NAP Tuensang.

6. Old Medical 'A' Colony, Tuensang.

And all individuals, friends, relatives, neighbours and well wishers. We pray to our Almighty God to abundantly bless you all.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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Loving wife, son and family members.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Blessed are the merciful for they will be shown mercy.

Mathew 5:7

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12/09/1985 – 10/04/2019 We the bereaved family members of Lt. Aghali Chishi, wife of Vika Chophi would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individual, friends, churches and well-wishers who stood with us through prayers, financially, physically at her untimely demise on the 10th April 2019.

We would like to convey our special thanks to : 1. Pastors (Akhemi Kuposhukulu N.C.R.C) 2. Ajiqa Village N.C.R.C /Baptist Church 3. Mapulu Village N.C.R.C /Baptist Church 4. Shichimi Baptist Church 5. F.S, N.C.R.C, Asukhuto Town 6. Akuluto Town N.C.R.C 7. Lotisa Village Old/New 8. V.K Area Churches 9. All Sumi N.C.R.C 10. PHC Staff & Nurses of V.K. Town 11. Officers & Staff of Nagaland Hotels Limited (N.H.L) 12. Officers & Staff of Hotel Japfu, Kohima 13. Akuluto & V.K. Area Union, Kohima 14. Mr & Mrs. Hekhevi, V.K. Town 15. Mr & Mrs. Khekato, Hd. G.B., Mapulu Village 16. Mr & Mrs. Dokhuvi Chophi, Mapulu Village 17. Mr & Mrs. L. Ghusheto Chishi, Kohima 18. Mr & Mrs. Meren (Kivito), Kohima 19. Mr & Mrs. Vikheto Achumi, Dimapur 20. Mr & Mrs. Kivito Chishi, Dimapur We regret our inability to thank each and every individual personally but we sincerely pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

From : Loving Husband, Daughter Aghatoli & Relatives K Y M C

ROKONICHA

January 1, 1944 – April 17, 2019

"He who hears my word and believes in Him who sent me has passed from death into life" John 5:24 We, the family of Late ROKONICHA extend our profound and heartfelt gratitude to all friends, relatives, villages, church organizations, public figures, public organizations, and well wishers who have supported us with your physical presence, financial support and your ceaseless prayers during his illness and till his final journey.

We express our sincere apology for not being able to acknowledge each and every individual but take comfort in the knowledge that the Lord will bless each and every one of you.

We shall forever cherish your endearing care and in comforting the family in our time of great sorrow and pray that the Almighty God will bless you all abundantly.

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Born : 08/02/1979 – Died : 4/4/2019 We, the family members of Late VINITOLI I SHOHE would like to convey our sincere gratitude to each and every individuals, churches, organizations, families, friends & well wishers who stood & supported, during the sustained illness till her last journey. We would like to share our special thanks to: 1. Usutomi Baptist Church 2. Usutomi NCRC Akukuhou 3. Usutomi Village Council 4. Usutomi Union, Kohima 5. Usutomi Union, Dimapur 6. Usutomi Union, Zunheboto 7. Usutomi Inalimi Muqo, Kohima 8. Shohemi Kuposhukulu Usutomi 9. Chophimi Kuposhukulu Usutomi 10. STH Saptiqa Area 11. Saptiqa Town Baptist Church 12. Sumi Baptist Church, Kohima 13. New Capital Complex Nagamese Baptist Church, Kohima 14. East Dimapur Sumi Baptist Church, Purana Bazaar 15. D.B.S.S Fellowship, Kohima 16. Sumi Prayer Fellowship New Sectt Kohima 17. Police Baptist Church, 4th NAP BN, Thizama 18. Sumi Union, 4th NAP BN, Thizama 19. Women Dept Police Baptist 4th NAP, Thizama 20. School Colony Women Fellowship, 4th NAP, Thizama 21. Sumi Azanoqo, 4th NAP, Thizama 22. Transport Commissioner and Staff, Kohima 23. Regional Transport Officer and Staff, Kohima.

We deeply regret our inability to mention each and every individual but we pray that God bless each one generously.

Loving Husband and Family Members.

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Video games affect girls more than boys: Study

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ear parents, please take note. When it comes to video gaming, girls in the 6-12 age group are at a heightened risk of developing less social competence than boys, warn researchers.

The researchers found that 10-year-old girls who played games frequently had less social competence than 12-year-olds than girls who played less frequently.

T h e s t u dy b y t h e Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), NTNU Social Research, the University of California, Davis, and St. Olav’s Hospital in Norway, however, found that playing video games is generally not harmful to boys’ social development.

“Our study may mitigate some concerns about the adverse effects of gam-

ing on children’s development,” said Beate Wold Hygen, post-doctoral fellow at the NTNU and NTNU Social Research.

“It might not be gaming itself that warrants our attention, but the reasons some children and adolescents spend a lot of their spare time playing the games,” Hygen added in the paper published in the journal Child Development.

The popularity of interactive video games has sparked concern among parents, educators and policymakers about how the games affect children and adolescents.

The new study, conducted in Norway, looked at how playing video games affects the social skills of 6- to 12-year-olds.

It found that playing

the games affected youth differently by age and gender.

For the study, the researchers studied 873 Norwegian youth from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds every two years for six years when the children were aged 6 to 12.

The findings suggested that girls who spent more time playing video games at age 10 developed weaker social skills two years later than girls who spent less time playing games.

“Girls who play video games may be more isolated socially and have less opportunity to practice social skills with other girls, which may affect their later social competence,” the study noted.

Children who struggled socially at ages 8 and 10 were more likely to spend more time playing video games at ages 10 and 12.

“It might be that poor social competence drives youth’s tendency to play video games for extensive periods of time,” suggested Lars Wichstrom, professor of psychology at NTNU. (IANS)

Arya Stark will sit on Iron Throne, feels Nikolaj

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019

Britney Spears fans hold protest in LA

Former Nirvana manager dismisses Cobain murder theories

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ctor Nikolaj CosterWaldau says Maisie Williams’ character Arya Stark will sit on the coveted Iron Throne in the fantasy series “Game of Thrones”.

Nikolaj, Jamie Lannister in the show, played “Game of Thrones Battle of Bracket” on “The IMDb Show” where he shared his pick for who will reign and finally conquer the Iron Throne, read a statement.

On the two characters on the show -- Tyrion Lannister (Peter Dinklage) and Arya Stark -- Nikolaj said, “Tyrion is smart but he is no fighter. She (Arya) is probably the most authoritative of them all. She will kill him and put on his face.”

Asked to choose between Arya Stark and his own character, he said: “There is no question, she just killed Tyrion, she will be coming in as Tyrion

saying ‘hey brother’ and will kill me.”

On Arya Stark versus Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke), he said, “Arya is now wearing Tyrion’s face and she will come like ‘hey my queen, how are you?’ and Daenerys will ask ‘hey I want to kill some more people with my dragons, where is Jon?’ to which Arya will say, ‘Oh! Jon is dead and now you are dead too’.”

“Game of Thrones”, based on George R.R. Martin’s novels, is about the quest to claim the Iron Throne. But it also stands for complicated political gambits, scheming and the backstabbing nature of people and finding love in troubled times.

The final season went on air earlier this month, and will wrap up on May 19.

(IANS)

ritney Spears’ fans held a protest in Los Angeles demanding that the pop star be released from a treatment facility in response to online rumours that Spears is being held against her will.

A group of protesters gathered outside the West Hollywood City Hall on Monday with signs that read “Free Britney” and “Truth will set her free”, reports billboard.com. The protest was live-streamed on YouTube, with attendees shouting “Hey ho, Larry Rudolph has got to go”, claiming it was her longtime manager’s decision to put the star in the facility.

Spears checked herself into a 30-day programme in March in the midst of her father’s ongoing health issues. On Sunday, she was granted a one-day leave to celebrate Easter with her family. Spears opened up to fans on January 4 via Instagram about her father Jamie’s health, saying she was taking an indefinite hiatus ahead of her planned ‘Domination’ residency in Las Vegas, which was set to begin in February, because her father had “almost died”.

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ccording to The Pulse Of Radio, former Nirvana manager Danny Goldberg was asked at a signing session in Los Angeles for his new book, “Serving The Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain”, for his thoughts on the conspiracy theory that Courtney Love had her husband, Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain, murdered and made to look like a suicide.

Goldberg replied: “I met Tom Grant once, and once was enough. Grant was a detective who has been spinning all these years the conspiracy theory... He gave me his reasons on why he thought this was very suspicious and I said to him, ‘Don’t you think the Seattle Police Department would investigate this? It’s kind of front-page news and they’re under a lot of scrutiny.’

Goldberg continued: “He said: ‘Oh, I know how police departments can be corrupted.’ So at that point,

I stopped paying attention to him because that was to me, absurd, the implication that Courtney was somehow going to waltz into a Seattle police station and corrupt them. I don’t think they would even let her into a police station. [Laughs] Especially in those days.”

The former music business executive added: “I just feel that was enough for me and combined with having seen [him] the week before, knowing the condition he was in, and I know [Nirvana bassist] Krist Novoselic shares this view. It’s just my unalterable opinion.”

The Pulse Of Radio asked Cobain biographer Charles R. Cross a while back why he thought the conspiracy theories lingered on. “I think the main reason people embrace the conspiracy theory is simply that it’s very painful to imagine that Kurt, someone they loved or maybe identified with, that he betrayed them in some degree by taking his own life,” he said. “You know, the bottom line is there’s absolutely no evidence to suggest that Kurt’s death was anything other than suicide, and it’s almost absurd that the topic continues to come up.”

(NME)

Savdhaan India host’s debut Twitter revenue jumps 18% Renner feels blessed to play make-believe for living crime book likely in May to $787 mn, users down

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ushant Singh, host of “Savdhaan India”, crime-based reality show, along with his coauthor Kulpreet Yadav will soon bring out a book on India’s women criminals. It was expected to be launched on May 20, said Penguin, the publisher.

The 288-page book “Queens of Crime” features “raw, violent and seemingly unbelievable” but true renditions of India’s 10 women criminals.

“Dysfunctional families, sexual abuse, sheer greed and sometimes just a skewed moral compass.

These are some of the triggers that drove the women, captured in these pages, to become lawbreakers.

‘Queens of Crime’ demon-

strates a haunting criminal power that most people do not associate women with,” read the book’s blurb.

Based on painstaking research, this is the first book by Singh, a film and television actor who has hosted “Savdhaan India” for almost seven years.

It is co-authored by Kulpreet Yadav, an author who took voluntary retirement from the armed forces to pursue a career in writing and won the Best Fiction Writer (2018) award at the Gurgaon Literature Festival.

The blurb reads, the book’s acts of depravity “will jolt you to the core, ensuring you have sleepless nights for months”. The book is priced at Rs 299.

(IANS)

Northeast Cultural competition held

Central Intelligence Agency to make Instagram debut

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his exit from the franchise that also stars actors like Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans and Scarlett Johansson.

When IANS asked whether the forthcoming “Avengers: Endgame” will be his last Marvel movie, he said: “I don’t know. I feel like there is never a last thing in Marvel. Marvel is a giant universe of storytelling. I don’t believe there is ever a finish line. So, I would say no.”

If not films, Renner’s Hawkeye, an archery ace, might get his own series.

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witter on Tuesday said its revenue jumped 18 per cent to $787 million in the first quarter of this year compared to last year, while its monthly active users went down to 330 million, a year-on-year drop of six million.

“Q1 was a solid start to the year with revenue up 18% year-over-year, reflecting particular strength in the US. Revenue outperformance, in combination with lower expenses, resulted in betterthan-expected profitability, with operating income of $94 million and operating margin of 12 per cent,” Twitter said in the report.

Twitter also revealed that its monetisable daily active users - the new and preferred metric for user numbers that the microblogging site uses - were 134 million in the quarter, up 11 per cent year-over-year.

Taking note of the spread of abuse on the platform, Twitter said it was taking a more proactive approach to reducing abuse on Twitter and its effects in 2019.

“Improvements in Q1 emphasised proactive detection of rule violations and physical, or off-platform, safety -- including making it easier to report Tweets that share personal information, helping us remove 2.5 times more of this content since launch,” it added.

Twitter’s total US revenue was $432 million, an increase of 25 per cent, while its total international revenue was $355 million, an increase of 11 per cent.

“We made a number of product improvements in the first quarter, including the launch of a public prototype app - with an initial focus on making Twitter more conversational, and a new Twitter camera to more easily capture and share what’s happening,” said the company.

For the second quarter of 2019, Twitter expect total revenue to be between $770 million and $830 million and operating income to be between $35 million and $70 million.

(IANS)

ctor Jeremy Renner shot to fame with his role as the bow wielding Hawkeye from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He says he enjoys every moment of suiting up and essaying the mighty hero and feels blessed to play “make-believe” for a living.

He first got his fullfledged role in Marvel films with “The Avengers” in 2012 and went on to play Hawkeye in movies, including “Avengers: Age of Ultron”.

“I like every moment (of playing Hawkeye). I like showing up on sets.

I feel blessed to be able to play make-believe for a living. It’s my job. I think the greatest takeaway will be my friendships over the last decade with not just the cast but guys like the first assistant director,” Renner told select media, including IANS, here.

There is a buzz about

Renner was not part of last year’s “Avengers: Infinity War” that saw its supervillain Thanos successfully turning half of the universe into dust.

“I just saw it and it bothered me. I felt glad that I wasn’t in it. All the people turned into dust.

That’s terrible. I am so glad that I was on a vacation,” he quipped.

The “Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol” actor also recalled the moment when he was cast as Hawkeye and the fear he had before joining MCU. “I think it is just our lack of information or

knowledge or ignorance towards certain event or thing that makes us fearful.

When it comes to MCU, initially I thought ‘I don’t know if I ever want to be a 50-year-old in tights’. I remember that being a fear for me.

“I was finishing ‘The Hurt Locker’ and I was like.... ‘I don’t want to be in this costume when I am older. I am not sure how I’ll be looking in tights’.

So to address that fear...I guess I just had to keep trying on costumes and keep working out,” shared the 48-year-old.

(IANS)

FELICITATION

The Management, Staff and Students of Mount Mary Hr. Sec. School, College and B.Ed. Chumukedima would like to congratulate its Chairman Dr. M Chuba Ao for receiving the GLOBAL EDUCATION EXCELLENCE AWARD 2019 as the Most Promising Leader (Academic) in Nagaland at the 7th Global Education Excellence Awards & Summit on 7th April 2019, Mumbai from the Prime Time Research Media Pvt. Ltd. The institute further wishes him the very best in his endeavor. DP-3017

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3-day Northeast Cultural Competition was organized

by Amrakajan recently where around 850 participants from the region including Dimapur, Lumding, Diphu, Karbi-Anglong, Jorhat and Dibrugarh took part in various events.

Judges for the event were Jyotish Deb, Dr Sujata Dey, Vijay Shrivastav, K Y M C

Soumyabrata Banerjee, Falguni Sharma and Ram Mohan Baghchi.

Amrakajan president, Tapan Majumdar while delivering a speech stated that North East is filled with infinite talent and to hold the gravity and rich varied culture of the Bengalis.

He said the organisation would keep on working to organise such more initiatives in the coming

years. He thanked the sponsors of the event for their continued cooperation and support towards the success of the programme.

While Amrakajan secretary Anup Deb lauded the effort of the parents and teachers of various participants for coming and participating in the events which had encouraged the organisation to work and do better.

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fter marking its social presence on Facebook and Twitter, US-based civilian foreign intelligence service Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) will now make a debut on Instagram.

The Director of CIA, Gina Haspel, while addressing a crowd at Auburn University in Alabama, confirmed that the CIA would soon have a presence on Instagram, The Verge reported on Monday.

With nearly a million followers on Facebook and 2.58 million followers on Twitter, the CIA keeps connected with the youth through sharing memes and updates about the organisation and its work. Now Instagram would be the intelligence agency's latest foray into social media.

As of now, it remains unclear exactly by when would CIA's official Instagram account be launched.

(IANS)

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019

Shiva, Sarita enter Asian Boxing C’ships semis 1st Aphuyemi Cup kicks off

Prodigies penalty shootout tourney Correspondent

Kohima, APR 23 (NPN): The 5th Open Penalty Shootout Tournament, organised

by Prodigies Group, will be held at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima under the theme “Innovating a stronger fellowship” on May 4.

This edition, the champions will receive a cash prize of Rs. 30,000, second Rs. 20,000, third - Rs 10,000 and the fourth placed team will get Rs 5,000. The best goalkeeper will also receive a cash award of Rs 5,000 Registration forms can be availed by paying Rs.100 from (main town) Equipment and Sports, Sports World; (high school area) Active Station (Opposite Axis Bank), Royal Enfield and Big Bite; and Jail Colony, Kohima. The entry fee is Rs.2000 and the last date of submission of forms is May 1.

For more information, contact organisers at 7005226311.

The match fixtures will be drawn on May 3 at 4:00 p.m at IG Stadium, Kohima. Therefore, the organisers have requested the representative of the participating team to be present during the fixture draw.

Shiva Thapa

Volossenko in a split decision to advance.

Former junior world champion Nikhat Zareen (51kg) too booked her maiden semifinal berth at the tournament, beating Kazakhstan’s Nazym Kyzaibay in the quarters.

Last edition’s silvermedallist Manisha (54kg) also secured herself at least a bronze by defeating Filipino Petecio Zzaa Nice, while former national champion Simranjit Kaur (64kg) edged past a gritty Ha Thi Linh of

Sarita Devi

Vietnam to make the last four.

Joining Thapa in the men’s semifinals were Commonwealth Games silvermedallist Satish Kumar (+91kg), Ashish Kumar (75kg) and Ashish (69kg).

Ashish Kumar got the better of Kyrgyzstan’s Omerbek Uulu Behzhigit in a unanimous verdict, while his namesake trounced Vietnam’s Tran Duc Tho 5-0, displaying an impeccable counter-attacking game.

In the evening session,

Satish out-punched Korean Kim Dohyeon, an exhausting showdown that left the Indian with a cut above his right eye.

Thapa, who is also a former world championship bronze-medallist and a twotime national champion, opened the proceedings for India and got busy immediately.

The Indian had a spring in his step as he went about dismantling his clueless opponent.

The technically supe-

rior Thapa also seemed to have added some more power to his punches and an aggressive streak which his rival found tough to deal with.

Ashish, on the other hand, was locked in a messy contest with Bekzhigit but was clearly the more accurate of the two boxers, finding favour with all the five judges.

Sarita also endured a draining contest against Volossenko but the veteran from Manipur raised the bar when it mattered to move ahead.

The performance in the championship is a turnaround of sorts for the 37year-old, who ended without a medal at the world championships in Delhi last year.

However, Commonwealth Games bronze-medallist Naman Tanwar (91kg) bowed out after losing his quarterfinal bout to Jordan’s Hussein Eishaish Iashaish 0-5.

In the women’s draw, it was curtains for Nupur (75kg) after she went down to North Korean Pak Un Sim in her quarterfinal bout.

Dimapur, Apr 23 (NPN): The 1st Aphuyemi Cup (Football) kick started Tuesday at Pughoboto local ground with president of Sumi Games and Sports Association, Akihito Zhimo as the chief invitee.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Akihito recalled some of the renowned sportspersons from Pughoboto area who brought laurels to the Sumi community and Nagas as well. He encouraged the young sportspersons to draw inspiration from such players and achieve excellence through hard work, patience, discipline and determination.

Akihito also advised the players to desist from indulging in intoxicants saying “you may be a good sportsperson but if you forget how to take care of your body and health by using intoxicants and substances harmful to your body, then your performance will decline.”

He also urged players to let God be at the forefront in all their endeavours. “You can excel if you have perseverance and work hard with determination,” said the chief

invitee.

While calling upon the leaders of Pughoboto area to encourage the upcoming talents in their area, Akihito also appealed the people of Pughoboto area to extend their cooperation towards the Sumi Games and Sports Association.

The 1st Aphuyemi Cup is being organized by Aphuyemi Football Club (AFC) and will culminate on April 26.

The inaugural programme was chaired by AFC organizing secretary, Anguvito Shohe and invo-

cation was pronounced by Rev Akhato L. Achumi, pastor, Pughoboto Town Baptist Church. Welcome address was delivered by Hokiqhe Sheqi, president, Sumi Aphuyemi Games and Sports Association.

Presidential address was delivered by Shiyeto Wotsa, president, AFC. Altogether, 9 teams are participating in the cup.

In the first match, Natsumi FC beat Elite Brothers Club Ghokimi 3-0 while Pughoboto Town FC beat Spireties FC 2-1 in the second match.

De Bruyne to miss Manchester derby Lo n d o n, A p r 2 3 (Agencies): Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has confirmed midfielder Kevin De Bruyne will miss Wednesday’s derby against Manchester United with a muscular injury.

De Br uyne was replaced by Fernandinho 38 minutes into City’s 1-0 win over Tottenham on Saturday and will not recover in time for the Manchester derby.

Asked if De Bruyne will be available, Guardiola said, “I don’t think so. It is a muscular problem. We will Members of Dimapur District Veteran Football Association (DDVFA) at the 3rd Sangai see the next days how he is Veteran Football championship 2019 in Imphal on Tuesday. getting better. But for tomor-

Kevin de Bruyne

row he is not available.”

It is the latest in a string of injury setbacks for De Bruyne, who has been limited to 18 Premier League appearances this season after battling knee and hamstring injuries.

City have three Premier League games remaining after the Manchester derby,

Corrigendum

Apropos the news item ‘Chümoukedima inter ward tourney kicks off ’, published on April 23, the second last paragraph should be read as ward 8 defeated ward 3 by 3-0 and not as rendered.

Chief invitee Akihito Zhimo addressing the gathering during the opening ceremony of Aphuyemi Cup on Tuesday.

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as well as the FA Cup final against Watford on May 18.

Guardiola admits he is unsure if the Belgian will play again this season.

“Unfortunately he was injured and then another one and another one. He had two or three muscular problems as a consequence of his knee,” Guardiola said. “With the competitions in England you don’t have time to make preparations, the best way

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06.06.1974 – 11.04.2019 We the bereaved family members of Late KHRIEVIZO LOUCÜ would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to each and everyone who stood by us through their prayers, financial contributions and valuable physical presence during his brief illness and sad demise. Though we are unable to thank each and everyone individually, we pray that, Our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. We would like to convey our special thanks to : 1. Zhadi Bawe A.G. Church.

2. Zhadi Bawe A.G. Church Sunday School.

3. NHAK, ICU Doctors and Nurse.

4. North P.S. Quarter, Women Fellowship, Kohima.

5. Zhadima Union, Kohima.

6. Zhadima Thenuko Krotho, Kohima.

7. Salvation Ministry, Zhadima.

8. Christian Church, Zhadima.

9. United in Christ, Zhadima.

10. Govt. High School, Zhadima.

11. G.P.S. Zhadi Kimho, Zhadima.

12. Summer Club, Zhadima.

Loving Wife, Children, Mother & Relatives

"The Lord gave and THE Lord has taken away may the name of the Lord be praised" Job 1:21

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is to make a pre-season. We have to pay more attention to the little details when we go forward. Now we have to see if he can play one or two more games before the end of the season and have a good pre-season.”

“He has a lovely family so his life is well-organised.

We are going to speak with him, the doctors, the physios to make sure he is safe and fit.”

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Bangkok, Apr 23 (PTI): Shiva Thapa (60kg) secured himself an unprecedented fourth successive medal, while veteran L Sarita Devi (60kg) made the semifinals for the first time in nearly a decade to continue India’s stupendous run at the Asian Boxing Championships here on Tuesday.

In all, eight Indian boxers - four women and four men - advanced to the medal rounds on day two of quarterfinals.

The 25-year-old Thapa defeated Thailand’s Rujakran Juntrong in a onesided lightweight (60kg) contest. He prevailed 5-0 and has a tough semifinal lined up against Kazakhstan’s Zakir Safiullin, a silver-medallist from the 2015 edition.

Thapa had won a gold in 2013, a bronze in 2015 and a silver in the 2017 edition of the marquee continental event. He is the first Indian to achieve the incredible feat.

In the women’s draw, former world champion Sarita, who last reached the Asian semis back in 2010 and ended with a gold, defeated Kazakhstan’s Rimma

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23-10-1960 to 19-04-2019

The family members of Late Jagdish Chandra Das, wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us during the brief illness and following the loss of our beloved on the 19th of April 2019 at Dimapur.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbours and well wishers who visited our home, attended the service and cremation and who provided emotional and practical support for us at this difficult time.

A special word of thanks to : 1. Doctors, nurses and staff of Civil Hospital Tuensang, CMC Vellore, NEIGRIHMS Shillong and Zion Hospital Dimapur.

2. Tuensang Village Union, Dimapur.

3. Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Tuensang and various Unions affiliated to it.

4. Hindu and Muslim Unions Tuensang, citizens of Tuensang Village, Chare Village and Kidding Village.

To those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude and we pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Loving Wife, Children, Grandsons, In-laws and Relatives

We the bereaved family of Lt. Imzulula (Khar) would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to each and every individual, friends, neighbours, relatives and well-wishers who stood by us emotionally, materially and also upholding us through prayers during the brief illness and sad demise of our beloved who left for her heavenly abode on 18 April 2019.

Though we are unable to thank each and every individual personally we sincerely pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Loving Mum, Sisters and Relatives.

16-01-1964 – 17-04-2019 The family of Late Mrs Tiamongla Walling (Khar) wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbors and well wishers who visited our home, attended the service and burial and who provided emotional support for us at the difficult times. For those who travelled long distances, sent floral tribute and messages of condolences, as well as those who made charitable donations, we are truely grateful.

A Special word of thanks to the Chairman and Staff of NIDC, Hon'ble Minister Shri. Temjen Imna Along, Higher Education & Technical Education, Circuit House Colony, Management and Staff of Zion Hospital Dimapur and Various Hospitals.

To those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we pray our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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Born on : 12-3-1927 – Died on : 3-4-2019

We the bereaved family members of our beloved Lt. Imkongyanger of Merangkong Village would like to acknowledge and express our heartfelt gratitude to every individual, family, friends, neighbors, relatives, churches, various organizations and well wishers who stood by and comforted us through your physical presence, financial and prayer support during the sad demise of our beloved.

Through we are unable to thank each and everyone individually, it is our prayer that the Lord God bless you all abundantly.

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Watson fires CSK to 6-wicket victory over SRH

CSK’s Shane Watson and Ambati Rayadu during their IPL match against SRH.

Chennai, Apr 23 (PTI): Shane Watson brought back memories of last year’s IPL final with a blazing knock that has now almost ensured a play-off berth for Chennai Super Kings as they beat Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets here Tuesday.

On a vastly improved Chepauk track, Watson roared back to form with a 96 off 53 balls as CSK stuttered a bit in end before

winning in 19.5 overs.

Watson’s innings studded with nine fours and half a dozen of sixes ensured that CSK have reached the cutoff limit of 16 points needed for the play-off even though they would like to finish in the top two.

Watson’s innings would also be a relief for skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who had urged the top order to finish matches.

A 77-run stand between Watson and Suresh Raina (38) created the platform and the former Australia all-rounder singlehandedly decimated the Sunrisers attack.

What made it more difficult for the Sunrisers was the fact that their strike bowler Rashid Khan was pulverised by Watson, who took him to the cleaners with 44 coming off his spell.

Sandeep Sharma was another bowler, who was handed severe punishment as he went for 54 in 3.5 overs. Sandeep repeatedly bowled short and Watson would gleefully pull him.

Skipper Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1/18 in 4 overs) had no option but to bowl the 19th over and left Sandeep with nine runs to defend.

However Kedar Jadhav literally finished the match with a six off the second ball that sealed the deal.

Earlier, the immensely talented Manish Pandey was back in his element as his unbeaten 83 off 49 balls powered Sunrisers Hyderabad to a fighting 175 for 3 after being put into bat.

Pandey and league’s current leading run-scorer David Warner (57 off 45 balls) added 115 runs for the second wicket to lay the foundation for a decent score on what was the best batting track on offer at the Chepauk.

Veteran spinner Harbhajan Singh struck an early blow, having the in-form Jony Bairstow caught behind in the second over for a duck.

He was the most successful bowler with figures of 2 for 39 in four overs while

Chelsea held by Burnley; dent CL hopes

Chelsea’s Gonzalo Higuain wheels away in celebration after scoring the second goal during their EPL match against Burnley.

L O N D O N, A p r 2 3 (Agencies): Chelsea suffered a setback in their push for a Champions League spot when they were held to a 2-2 draw at home to Burnley in the Premier League on Monday and tempers flared at the end of the match when Chelsea coach Maurizio Sarri was sent to the stands.

Jeff Hendrick gave Bur nley an early lead with a crisp volley before N’Golo Kante and Gonzalo Higuain put the home side 2-1 ahead by the 14th minute. However, Ashley Barnes drew the visitors

level 10 minutes later.

A f t e r To t t e n h a m Hotspur, Manchester United and Arsenal all lost at the weekend, Chelsea had an opportunity to tighten their grip on the Premier League’s top four places.

T h e d r aw p u s h e d Chelsea up a place into fourth spot in the Premier League, level on points with third-placed Spurs and one point ahead of Arsenal, both of whom have a played a game less.

Burnley remained 15th are nine points clear of the relegation zone with three games left to play.

On a frustrating night

for Chelsea, teenager Callum Hudson-Odoi had to be helped off the pitch shortly before halftime after suffering a serious Achilles tendon injury.

Chelsea’s frustration at failing to claim all three points boiled over when referee Kevin Friend sent Sarri off after the Italian coach became embroiled in a scuffle amongst players on the touchline in the dying moments.

“You can understand he is frustrated about the game,” said Chelsea assistant coach Gianfranco Zola, who stood in for Sarri in the post-match news

conference.

Zola said Sarri had sought to get his players out of the scuffle but the referee “misinterpreted it; we are very unhappy about it.”

Chelsea defender David Luiz accused Burnley of playing “anti-football” by wasting time and employing negative tactics.

It was Burnley, seeking to avoid being sucked back into the relegation fight, who struck first when Hendrick volleyed home in the eighth minute after a headed clearance found him in space on the edge of the penalty area.

Chelsea hit back with two goals in two minutes.

First, winger Eden Hazard bamboozled Burnley’s defence before cutting the ball back for Kante to sweep home. Then Higuain blasted a shot in off the underside of the crossbar in the 14th minute.

Ten minutes later, Burnley were level again when Barnes evaded his marker at the back post to connect with a headed flick-on from Chris Wood.

After the end-to-end drama of the first 45 minutes, Chelsea dominated possession in the second half but failed to break down Burnley’s defence.

Deepak Chahar picked up the wicket of Vijay Shankar (26 off 20 balls).

Despite the early dismissal of Bairstow, the visiting team didn’t get tied down as the irrepressible Warner and Manish Pandey kept hitting those boundaries and sixes. They brought up the team’s 50 in the sixth over.

Pandey was the first to reach 50 in 25 balls, pulling one from Dwayne Bravo for a boundary.

Warner was a touch slower in comparison to Pandey, but didn’t miss out when the opportunity presented itself and hit a couple of big sixes.

The pugnacious Warner fell against the run of play, victim of Dhoni’s trademark lightning quick stumping off a Harbhajan delivery. The Australian, who is leading the run charts this season, fell for 57 (45 balls, 3x4, 2X6) after adding 115 runs for the second wicket with Pandey.

Brief scores: CSK - 176/4 (Shane Watson 96, Suresh Raina 38; Bhuvneshwar Kumar 1/18) beat SRH - 175/3 (Manish Pandey 83*, David Warner 57; Harbhajan Singh 2/39) by 6 wickets

6th Frolic Cup underway Dimapur, Apr 23 (NPN): The 6th edition of Frolic Cup 2019 got underway Tuesday at Medziphema local ground. The tournament is a biennial event organised by Frolic Club Medziphema to provide a platform to the youth to compete and exhibit their talent.

The inaugural function was graced by Richard Belho, architect and chairman, Zynorique Initiatives.

In his speech, he encourages the youth to look forward to the future with hope and a goal for a better future. Citing the example to James Kithan and Kevi Zhimo, he encouraged the player not to look only for government jobs which are limited but also towards other fields.

While stating that Nagas are blessed with talent, he said, “with discipline, there is a future where we will dominate the sport arena too.”

In the opening match, Thunder Bolt thrashed Spartan by 4-0. In the second match, Piphema Youth Organisation beat Thehouba Youngster by 4-1 and Kohima Eagles beat Frolic Junior by 7 goals to 2. Earlier, the welcome speech was delivered by president of Frolic Club, Kepe Nakhro.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2019

Bajrang clinches gold at Asian Wrestling Championship Xi’an, Apr 23 (PTI): World number one Bajrang Punia logged 10 points in a row in the gold medal bout to reclaim his Asian Championship crown, while Parveen Rana settled for silver as India ended the first day with three medals, here Tuesday.

Punia defeated Kazakhstan’s Sayatbek Okassov 12-7 in a nail-biting 65kg men’s free style.

The CWG and Asian Games champion was trailing 2-7 with just 60 seconds to go for the final bell but the unperturbed Indian produced three gut wrench moves and an exposure move to take eight points after he began the attack with a two-point take down.

The Kazkah was visibly tired while Bajrang displayed immense stamina and intelligence under pressure to emerge triumphant.

It is Bajrang’s second gold at the championship, having won one in 2017.

Overall, it was the fifth medal for the Indian in this tournament.

With this performance, Bajrang yet again sounded a warning to his opponents that he will be a strong

Bajrang Punia

medal contender at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

On his way to the final, Bajrang had conceded just one point.

Parveen Rana won his first big medal in seven years though he missed out on the top prize. Praveen, who won a bronze in this championship in 2012, lost the 79kg gold medal bout 0-3 to 2017 world championships bronze medallist Bahman Mohammad Teymouri of Iran. Rana had won a close 3-2 semifinal against Kazakhstan’s Galymzhan Usserbayev.

Satywart Kadian lost

to Batzul Ulziisaikhan in the 97kg quarterfinal bout but went on to make the cut after his Mongolian rival reached the final. He won the bronze play-off 8-1 against Haobin Gao of China.

Meanwhile, in the 57kg weight division, Ravi Kumar entered the bronze medal play-off round after winning his repechage against Chia Tso Liu of Taipei 4-0 but lost the medal bout 3-5 to Yuki Takahashi of Japan.

Rajneesh bowed out of the tournament early in 70kg category.

SSP hockey championship held

Champions of the Sainik School Punglwa inter-house hockey championship with their trophy and certificates.

Dimapur, Apr 23 (NPN): The Inter-House Hockey Championship of Sainik School Punglwa was held from April 10 to 22.

In the final match, Patkai House defeated Tizu House 2-1 to lift the trophy.

Tizu House and Melak

House finished second and third respectively. The best player award was awarded to Cdt. Sonu Kumar of Tizu House.

Gp Capt Sharad R Keskar, principal of the school graced the occasion as the chief guest

and gave away the medals, certificates and the trophy.

In his short address to the players and the cadets, the chief guest highlighted the importance of the game as it is the national game and stressed upon the need to learn the game.

Hendricks replaces injured Joseph in MI New Delhi, Apr 23 (IANS): South African fast bowler Beuran Hendricks has signed with the Mumbai Indians as a replacement for the injured Alzarri Joseph for the remainder of the ongoing IPL. Joseph picked up an injury during MI’s game against Rajasthan Royals on April 13. The West Indian pacer had hurt his right arm while trying to stop a boundary hit. Joseph was picked as a replacement for Adam Milne and went on to make a dramatic entry into the IPL with a recordbreaking spell of six for 12 against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Three days later, the right-arm pacer hit the winning runs against Kings XI Punjab in his first home game. However, he bowled just two overs in that game, in which he conceded 22 runs, going wicketless.

Mumbai Indians will take on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their next encounter in Chennai on April 26.

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