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Vol XXVIII No. 116

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No plan to do away with reservation policy: Govt

SA win Test series 3-1 vs Australia

Saudi Prince says Israel has ‘right’ to homeland

national, Page 7

sports, Page 15

international, Page 9

PM Modi ‘gags’ Smriti Irani’s order

Mediapersons see red over I&B ‘Fake news’ guidelines

telecast of fake news was confirmed, the accreditation of that journalist would be suspended for six months in the first violation and for one year in case of a second violation. In case of a third violation, his or her accreditation would be cancelled permanently, the ministry said in the release.

However, the press re-

lease did not define what is fake news.

“PIB Accreditation Guidelines asking Press Council of India & News Broadcasters Association to define & act against ‘fake news’ have generated debate. Several journalists & organisations have reached out giving positive suggestions regarding the same,” I

and B Minister Smriti Irani tweeted earlier in the day.

The issue has been widely condemned by the media such as the Editors’ Guild of India and other bodies. Senior journalists and editors raised serious concern over the modus operandi of the Modi government in ‘testing the waters’ over various issues.

‘Policing the media’: Editors’ Guild rebukes ministry’s guidelines

18.87% spike in power dept’s revenue PROPOSAL FOR PRE-PAID METERS IN 19 statutory & census towns

Emilo K. Konyak

KOHIMA, APR 3 (NPN): Despite the projected loss of revenue in power sector, the Power department’s revenue actually jumped 18.87% to Rs 116.53 crore in 2017-18 from Rs 98.075 crore in 2016-17.

Highly reliable sources from power department informed Nagaland Post that power purchase in the year 2016-17 was Rs 281.97 crore, which went up marginally to Rs 282.66 crore in 2017-18. Under normal circumstances, the power purchase usually increased and the projection was much higher in 2017-18 too, but it was systematically controlled to almost the same level as in the previous fiscal, sources explained.

While expenditure on power purchase was by and large getting controlled, the revenue was increasing, thus indicating that perhaps the department was slowly inching towards making profit in the coming years.

The earlier figure of loss amounting to Rs 309.97 crore in 2017-18 and the projected loss of Rs 318 crore in 2018-19 were inclusive of

salary of the whole department, sources pointed out.

Meanwhile, the power department had signed an agreement with Government of India for Ujwal Discom Assurance Yojana (UDAY) on November 20, 2017 for improving operational efficiency in power distribution. UDAY agreement would enable the Government of India to monitor the performance of various States and, based on the performance, incentives and benefits would be extended to State power utilities.

Keeping in view of the need to quickly reform and revive the power sector, the department was on the job to cover 19 census towns in Nagaland with pre-paid metering facility and, once the project materialised, the department hoped to earn profit.

Earlier, department had implemented a pilot project in Dimapur district that was reported to be a huge success. The department has also sent its proposal to the government for installing pre-paid meters in all the 19 statutory towns and census towns across the state having population above 5000,

Narendra Modi

Smirti Irani

New Delhi, Apr 3 (AGENCIES): Reacting before further damage was done by Union Information & Broadcasting (I&B) Minister Smriti Irani’s gag order on journalists, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday directed the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) to withdraw the guidelines regarding fake news and said the task should be addressed in the Press Council of India.

“The Prime Minister has directed that the press release regarding fake news be withdrawn and the matter should only be addressed in the Press Council of India,” said a top government official. The I&B ministry

officials confirmed that the directives from the PMO on the issue have been received and said the press release is likely to be withdrawn shortly.

The Information and Broadcasting ministry had on Monday announced measures to contain fake news, saying a journalist’s accreditation could be permanently cancelled if he or she is found generating or propagating fake news.

The guidelines drew a sharp reaction from the Congress and several journalists.

According to the amended guidelines for the accreditation of journalists, if the publication or

No re-exam for CBSE class 10

Over 20 hrs of power outage in Dimapur PDA committed to improving citizens’ quality of life: Rio

NEW DELHI, APR 3 (PTI): HRD ministry on Tuesday decided against conducting a re-examination of the CBSE class 10 mathematics paper following reports of paper leak, with the board saying that class 10 was just an “internal segment” of school education system. Education Secretary Anil Swarup had earlier in the day said, “Consequent to a preliminary evaluation of the impact of the reportedly leaked CBSE class 10 maths paper & keeping in mind the paramount interest of students, the CBSE has decided not to conduct a re-examination, even in the states of Delhi NCR and Haryana. Hence, no re-exam for class 10”.

In a later statement, the Central Board of Secondary education (CBSE) said, “Class X examination is essentially a gateway for class XI and thus remains largely an internal segment of school education”.

“On the other hand, class XII exams are a gateway to higher education and various professional competitive exams which have limited seats...therefore, giving undue advantage of to a handful of beneficiaries of the alleged leak of the economics paper would not be in larger interest of the students,” it said.

This is it!

“We repaired this transformer but now that one has gone phut!

We’re now so used to breakdowns.”

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Editors Guild of India (EGI) on Tuesday condemned government-issued guidelines that said complaints about fake news would be referred to the Press Council of India (PCI) or the News Broadcasters Association (NBA), and prescribed permanent cancellation of accreditation as punishment for a second repeat offence.

However, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting later withdrew these guidelines after the Prime Minister’s Office ordered it to do so.

The Editors Guild said it “strongly condemns” the “arbitrary manner contemplated by the Union Information and Broadcasting (I &B) Ministry ostensibly to penalise any journalist or media organisation publishing fake news.”

“By notifying that the I & B Ministry will initiate such proceedings, the Government was arrogating for itself the role of policing the media. It would have opened the door for frivolous complaints to harass journalists and organisations to fall in line.”

Department officials carrying out restoration work on Tuesday. (NP)

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Normal life had been affected in Dimapur since April 2 night following a power outage for over 20 hours due to a technical snag at the 132kV sub-station, Nagarjan, Dimapur.

Talking to Nagaland Post, Transmission division executive engineer, Nitovi A. Wotsa informed that power was disrupted at 11p.m. on April 2 after a 20MVA Current Transformer (CT) was damaged at the sub-station.

It was found that other

The Guild acknowledged PMO’s order, but said it remained “deeply disturbed that faith continues to be reposed on the Press Council of India to deliver justice on such issues.”

“The recent reconstitution of the Press Council of India has been done in a manner that gives rise to doubts over the independence of the institution and its ability to play neutral umpire,” it said.

Meanwhile, the PCI’s Chairman said that there’s nothing obnoxious per se if the government wants to check spread of fake news, as long as the complaint is investigated by an independent body like the PCI. As for the cancellation or suspension of a journalist’s accreditation, he said this can only be done if it’s a gross case of fake news or in case of repeated violations.

After news of the I&B ministry’s guidelines broke, senior journalist Shekhar Gupta said they were “a breathtaking assault on mainstream media,” and compared them to Rajiv Gandhi’s anti-defamation bill.

equipments were also affected due to which power could not be restored. However, the staff checked the equipments one by one was later able to restore power by 6.25 p.m. Tuesday, Wotsa said.

He said the problem had been the simultaneous failures of a 132 KV CT and 132 and 66 KV Lightning arrestors, all of which were replaced.

Wotsa, who was on the spot with other officials to rectify the issue, stated that due to the complicated nature of the breakdown, much time was required to restore power supply to the entire district despite all out efforts by the department.

The executive engineer said the department has taken up the restoration work on war footing to resolve the issue at the earliest and expressed regret for the inconvenience caused to the consumers.

DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister, Neiphiu Rio on Tuesday affirmed that the PDA government was committed to improving the quality of life of citizens.

According to DIPR, addressing administrative heads of departments (AHoDs) and heads of departments (HoDs) at the Secretariat Hall in Kohima, Rio said the coalition government came to power after making lots of promises and, without the support and cooperation of HoDs and other officials, these promises could not be implemented.

He appealed on the government officials to re-inculcate work culture, maintain punctuality and work with accountability and transparency to fulfil the government’s commitment

and promise to improve the quality of life of the people.

Urging all AHoDs and HoDs to be on time and regular to office, he promised to be regular himself and make surprise visits in offices from time to time.

The chief minister also called for setting benchmarks through appraisals of activities highlighted in the respective department’s website for transparency and accountability.

On the 91st Amendment for downsizing and restricting appointments of parliamentary secretaries and office of profit, Rio said advisors had been appointed in various departments after thorough consultation with legal luminaries. Their talents, expertise and experience would contribute towards the departments’

Pioneering businessman and philanthropist Y Ao passes away DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Yashitsungba Ao, pioneering businessman and philanthropist, passed away in Dimapur on Tuesday. He was 90 and leaves behind two sons, two daughters and four grandchildren.

According to family members, the funeral service would be held at Dimapur State Stadium (Near Dimapur Government College) on April 4, 2018 at 12 noon.

Born on April 15, 1927, Yashitsungba, chairman of Zion Hospital & Research Centre and Eden Medical Centre, started his career as a businessman in 1960s and went on to become a prominent contractor.

He was also former president of Army contractors and suppliers’ union and former advisor of Nagaland Contractors and Suppliers’ Union (NCSU).

Besides, he was treasurer of Dimapur Süngratsü

Union (1986 till date) and treasurer Ao union Dimapur (1988 till date).

Yashitsungba Ao’s achievements include Lifetime Achievement Award on the occasion of North East Expo’ 2010 in recognition of his contribution and achievements as an entrepreneur. He was also awarded Süngratsü Senso Mongdang, Best Citizen Award 2007.

CM, others condole

CM: Nagaland Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio, has expressed sadness at the demise of Yashitsungba Ao and said that in his demise, the state has lost a good soul whose contributions to the society would stand the test of time.

In his condolence message, Rio said late Yashitsungba was one of the senior-most contractors who was well-known for his humanitarian works.

Late Yashitsungba Ao

“He was generous and active social worker who built numerous churches besides helping various unions and organisations. He was wholeheartedly involved in the health care sector,” the chief minister said.

As chairman of Zion Hospital and Research Centre and Eden Medical Centre, Rio said late Yashitsungba endeavoured to provide state-of-the-art yet affordable health care facilities and services to the people of the state besides

raising his children to be exemplary citizens of the state.

Although his absence will be deeply felt by all sections of the society, the chief minister said his memory would live on through the humanitarian works he undertook and through those works that continue in his name.

The chief minister expressed heartfelt condolences to all members of the bereaved family in his hour of grief and prayed that Almighty God would bestow His grace and strengthen them to bear this profound loss. He also prated that the departed soul rest in eternal peace.

Kaito: Expressing shock and grief over the sudden demise of Yashitsungba Ao, the minister for agriculture and cooperation, G Kaito Aye, said his demise was “a great and personal loss for me and

my family.”

In a condolence message, Kaito said “In his death, I have lost a fatherly figure, a shoulder that I lean on throughout my difficult times.”

The minister also said that late Yashitsungba was not only a pioneering businessman among the Nagas but also a great humanitarian. He was truly a trendsetter who has left a lasting legacy for the generations to come, Kato said, adding that Nagas have lost a prominent citizen and it would take time to fill the void created.

Further, the minister extended heartfelt condolences and shared the pain with the bereaved family members at this hour of grief. He prayed that Almighty God comfort and give strength to them to overcome this difficult time.

performance, he said, even as he asked the departments to extend their fullest cooperation to the advisors.

On the protracted Naga political issue, especially the current peace process that had completed 23 years, Rio exuded confidence that sooner or later a final settlement would be reached.

Calling for unity among the Nagas, he said the Centre for Peace and Non-violence would be set up for the cause. The centre would be headed by an intellectual with plenty of experience, who was unbiased, rise above individualism and tribalism and had interest for the Nagas uppermost in mind, he added.

The PDA government would assist and actively facilitate the ongoing peace process, he asserted.

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NSSATA appeals for inclusion into state non-plan

DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Nagaland Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Teachers’ Association (NSSATA) 2010 & 2013 batch, has appealed to the state government to include SSA teachers 2010 & 2013 batch into the state non-plan, saying they were appointed as regular employees.

In a representation addressed to the advisor school education, the NSSATA president, Penthungo Y Yanthan, and general secretary, Vinoka Sohe, pointed out that the post of the SSA 2010 & 2013, both the graduate and primary teachers, was the creation of the government of Nagaland.

The association also stated that apart from the payment of their salaries financed by the SSA programme, they enjoy all benefits as that of a state employee. (Cont’d on p-12) (Cont’d on p-12)

with an estimated project cost of Rs. 372.34 As per the proposal, financial contribution expected was Rs. 335.11 crore by outsourcing Rs. 37.23 crore (10% of project cost) by the state government.

The installation will comprise of two components– installation of prepaid meters and HT/LT infrastructure for improving the quality of power supply as the customers would be paying in advance. The project is expected to get materialised in about a year.

Further, the department was also initiating steps to set up a power corporation that could open avenues for foreign investments, joint ventures, etc, and the State could also be competing with other States in luring investors.

Currently, five Northeastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya and Tripura have power corporations, and Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) is doing well and even exporting power to Bangladesh. Mizoram, Nagaland and Sikkim are yet to set up power corporations.

BAN, DALT appeal for shutters down

DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Business Association of Nagas (BAN) has appealed to all business establishments in Dimapur to down their shutters on April 4 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. as a mark of respect to the departed soul-- late Yashitsungba Ao. In a press note, BAN said late Yashitsungba was a pioneer Naga businessman and a well known philanthropists, who greatly contributed to the society in general and the business community in particular.

DALT: Dimapur Ao Lanur Telongjem (DALT) has also appealed to all the Ao Lanur entrepreneurs of Dimapur to down shutters from 12 noon onwards, April 4 as mark of respect to the departed soul. In a press note, DALT president K. Longri Imchen and general secretary Meyatoba Imchen sought co-operation of all.

PHQ ‘helpline cell’

DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): With the objective to assist citizens in times of distress within and outside the state, including those residing outside, Nagaland Police launched its ‘Helpline Cell’ at PHQ, Kohima. In a press note, PHQ has informed that the following officers may be contacted:- DGP Nagaland, Rupin Sharma on facebook (DGP Nagaland) WhatsApp- 8258829982; Sonia Singh, IGP (CID) and nodal officer- 7054760800 or email- igpcid2@gmail.com and Meren Jamir, DIG (HR & SJ)- 8787559096.

Clarification

Apropos the news item “Cabinet to review renaming of IG stadium” published on April 3, it is clarified that IG stadium was already renamed after Dr. T. Ao, and not as published the issue of revoking the decision could only be taken up by the cabinet in its next meeting.

This was also confirmed by advisor Youth Resources and Sports, Zale Neikha.

The inadvertent error is regretted. (Correspondent) K Y M C

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PHED minister attends deptt coordination meeting

Minister for PHED, Jacob Zhimomi addressing the staff on April 3 at the conference hall, PHED directorate, Kohima. (DIPR) DIMAPUR: The Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), Nagaland held a co-ordination meeting with minister for PHED, Jacob Zhimomi on April 3 at the conference hall, PHED directorate, Kohima.

According to DIPR report, Zhimomi, who held the same portfolio for a few weeks in 2017, said he wished he had one-full tenure and fortunately he was given the same portfolio again, “Hopefully we’ll complete the tenure and I

am happy that I was given this privilege” he added.

Zhimomi said there was a huge challenge ahead with the water supply and the government of India schemes pertaining to Sanitation and Open Defecation Free (ODF). Apart from water supply, hygiene was also very important especially in the rural areas, he said.

Yearly assessment of the departments will be made at the end, therefore, the minister urged the offi-

cials to work hard and perform well. He expressed delight that online payment of water bill was introduced by the department. Zhimomi assured that in the interest of the department, public and the government he would be available even on Sundays for the officials.

He stated that it was crucial to take adequate steps for water supply to Kohima town since it was the capital with shortage of water supply. “We will explore Dimapur also after

the ongoing projects are commissioned, simultaneously, we can explore other districts”, he mentioned.

Zhimomi said that focus should be on existing projects and for office infrastructural repair, the department could put up proposals. Zhimomi said, “as cited by the chief engineer, work charge deduction of 5% was taken from some projects earlier. I’ll take up this issue with the Finance department as it is not permissible to make such deduction.”

On “Zar u” project at Dzukou, the minister stressed on the importance of mediating between the two villages in dispute over some areas in Dzukou so that water could be supplied to Kohima town. He assured that “we will give them their due share whatever is permissible under the government guidelines, it will be an achievement of a lifetime and even they will be benefitted long term.”

Commissioner & secretary, PHED, Dr. Maongwati chaired the programme. A power point presentation on PHED activities was given by chief engineer, K.G. Sumi.

MLSU holds 33rd annual conference

Atal Tinkering Lab launched in CHSS

DIMAPUR: The NSCN/ GPRN (Reformation) UT-1 has warned unauthorized imposters collecting taxes around Dimapur town, without the knowledge of its supervisor.

A press release by kilonser and supervisor UT-1, Khekato Kinny, informed to all the business community, various unions and associations within Dimapur town not to entertain any persons without his official approval for the smooth and effective functioning of the business affairs. One may also DC Dimapur, Sushil Kumar Patel at the launching programme on April 3. (NP) contact Khekato Kinny at 9485205557/9862746031 Staff Reporter resourceful, thereby he ceremony of Atal Tinkerfor any query and clarifiencouraged the students ing Lab by the chief guest, cation.

DIMAPUR, APRIL 3 to upgrade for their own accompanied by deputy (NPN): Atal Tinkering welfare and for society. He district education officer Lab (ATL) was launched encouraged the students to (DDEO) R. Amongla Jain Cornerstone Higher focus on their interest and mir.

It may be mentioned Secondary School (CHSS) be committed in whatever D I M A P U R : I C I T Dimapur Tuesday, at its they did and not be liabili- that with a vision to “CulMokokchung exam su- school in the presence of ties on society. tivate one Million children perintendent has notified deputy commissioner (DC) Highlights of ATL, in India as Neoteric Innothat odd semester (1, 3, 5) Dimapur Sushil Kumar was briefed by Robokart, vators”, Atal Innovation compartmental May 2018 Patel as chief guest.

Nabeel Quershi. Earlier, the Mission is establishing exam has been scheduled At the launching pro- programme was chaired by Atal Tinkering Laborafrom May 17. Forms would gramme, chief guest in Mercy, invocation prayer tories (ATLs) in schools be issued from the exam his speech recalled back was pronounced by Tosan- across India. The objeccell. memories of his schooling gla, welcome address was tive of this scheme is to All students having days, saying that the pres- delivered by CHSS board foster curiosity, creativity compartmental papers have ent generation of students chairman, Dr. Sashime- and imagination in young been requested to submit were privileged to have all ren and special song was minds; and inculcate skills their filled up forms on or facilities and guidance. presented by Kochamo of such as design mindset, before April 13. No forms computational thinking, He said that the pres- class-11. would be accepted after the ent generation were very Later, the programme adaptive learning, physical stipulated time. innovative, creative and followed ribbon cutting computing etc.

ICIT Mokokchung informs

GPRN/NSCN condoles DIMAPUR: GPRN/NSCN through its MIP has expressed shock over the sudden demise of Dr Kughaka Chishi on April 1, saying the untimely demise was a “tremendous loss for the government”.

In a condolence message, GPRN/ NSCN MIP stated that late Dr Kughaka national service in the year 2017, after completing his PhD and was an “under secretary” till his demise.

MIP said in his short period serving the nation, Dr Kughaka’s principle, determination, hard work and sincerity towards the cause would ever be cherished.

Further, GPRN/NSCN has conveyed its sincere condolences to the bereaved family and prayed the departed soul rest in peace.

WTCU appeals for CM’s intervention

MLSU office bearers with theme speaker.

DIMAPUR: Mokokchung Lotha Students’ Union (MLSU) held its 33rd annual conference on March 31 at Mokokchung town hall under the theme “Lotha etsow jilo myinthung elio ji” (Pride of being a Lotha).

A press release issued

by MLSU stated that theme speaker, assistant professor Fazl Ali College, Benrithung Patton asserted that every Lotha Naga should maintain pride and contribute towards Lotha society and to Nagas in general. He also said that government had appropriately named the land of Lothas as

NSCN (R) UT-1 warns unauthorized tax collectors

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“land of plenty”. He also cited the example of Nathan Aben Merry, son of guitarist Ren Merry of Okotsoe village, who has become the first Naga to join the US Marine Force.

MLSU president, Yantsuo S Ezung while delivering welcome address stated that, Lothas should come together as one to promote the spirit of unity, while submerging differences within the Lotha community. Lotha Students’ Union (LSU) president, Libemo M Tsopoe in his greeting also shared that parents should be responsible in leading their children to participate in so-

ciety, adding that youths too must engage by taking the opportunity and not by reserving their ability.

The program was chaired by convenor of Lotha Fellowship, NU Lumami, Bichumo Ngullie; invocation by women leader Lotha Baptist Church Mokokchung, Grace; welcome song was performed by Khyolamo Tungoe and friends; special song entitled, “hold on together” was presented by Orenboni Odyuo; thanksgiving

by Zubenthung Shitiri; while closing prayer was pronounced

by Amos Tungoe. The program was followed by a feast.

DIMAPUR: Wakching Town Students’ Union (WTSU) has appealed to the chief minister of Nagaland to intervene into the development of Naginimora-Tiru road so that it can be executed without any disturbances.

In a letter, the WTCU president, Chingak Konyak stated that the union was dismayed over the government’s decision to divert funds for the Naginimora-Tiru road development under special road development programme sanctioned by the previous DAN government.

Calling on the chief minister to follow the recent election slogan of “Change is coming”, WTCU has stated that it looked upon the chief minister to uphold the slogan.

WTCU fervently appealed the chief minister for his immediate intervention and necessary action.

Thanksgiving service held for R. Khing

A joint mock drill on emergency preparedness of Kohima College, Kohima, and TM Higher Secondary School, Kohima, was held on March 26. Students and staff of both institutions participated in the mock drill, organised by Disaster Management Cell under Kohima College, Kohima. An inspection of Kohima College classrooms was carried out thereafter and the cleanest class award was accordingly presented to BA 4th semester (section B).

Two die in road mishap

Correspondent

R. Khing, Er. Zale, NDPP officials and others during thanksgiving service at Tseminyu village on Tuesday. (NP).

Correspondent

KOHIMA, APR 3 ( NPN): A thanksgiving service in honour of advisor for Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services (AH&VS) and Women Resources, R. Khing was organized by Tseminyu union at Tseminyu village local ground on Tuesday.

R. Khing in his speech expressed gratitude to the electorates of 12th Tseminyu A/C for electing him to represent them at the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly. Khing assured that he would do his K

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best to fulfill promises and commitments made to the people. He also sought unflinching support and cooperation from public for all round development of the constituency.

Director National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India and also national BJP executive member Johny G. Rengma in his address said that Rengma community has confidence on the leadership of R. Khing and was optimistic that the later would take

the people forward. He expressed gratitude to chief minister Neiphiu Rio for appointing Thapimo Semy as CM’s OSD from the Rengma tribe.

Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) central vice president Menuovilie Kesiezie also thanked the electorates and said that change was not just in the government system alone but for better and positive change in public affairs.

NDPP central general secretary Benjamin Lorin, NDPP Tseminyu region president K. Thong and

Thapimo Semy also spoke at the service.

Y. Kent, general secretary Tseminyu Union chaired the function while welcome address was delivered by Jwenga Kent, chairman Tseminyu Union.

Vote of thanks was proposed by Hillo Khing, vice president Tseminyu Union.

Er. Zale Neikha, advisor youth resources and sports Nagaland, NDPP central youth wing president Kelhouneizo Yhome and several other dignitaries were also present at the service.

MON APR 3 (NPN): Two persons died on the spot and fourteen others sustained injuries when the Bolero pickup, bearing registration no. NL07 A 6465, reportedly a passenger vehicle plying between Zakho village and Tizit town (Namsa) met with an accident at around 11 a.m on Tuesday.

According to sources, the ill fated pickup fell over 300 feet below road while on its way back to Zakho, between Ngangting and Zakho villages.

According to reports, the deceased were identified as Shahtoh (male) age about 79 years and Meilem (female) age about 19 years. Meanwhile of the 14 injured, 4 (3 female and 1 male) were reported to be in serious condition.

All the injured has been referred to Assam, according to report.

The cause of the accident is yet to be ascertained as the driver himself was amongst the injured.

Government High School (GHS) Thahekhu new building was inaugurated on March 23, by DEO Dimapur R Amongla Jamir.

Political science department of Dimapur Government College (DGC) organised a study tour for 6th semester honours students on March 23 to witness the budget session of the Nagaland legislative assembly. The team was led by the HOd and three teachers of the department.

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WEATHER FORECAST April 4

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Mostly sunny and hot

36 22

An afternoon shower

29 16

Guwahati Hazy; a shower in the p.m.

36 18

A t-storm around in the p.m.

30 13

Itanagar A t-storm around in the p.m.

32 17

Imphal Shillong

Partly sunny and pleasant

21 11

Kohima

A p.m. t-storm in spots

25 11

Dimapur A passing afternoon shower Mkg

A thunderstorm in the area

Tuensang Cooler with a shower Wokha

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Mostly sunny and pleasant

Zunheboto A p.m. t-storm in spots

33 17 28 12 18 9 26 17 25 11

World War II veteran pension & welfare fund DIMAPUR: Payment of World War II veteran pension, book grant, distress grant, funeral grant, marriage grant and medical treatment for serious disease from state and ESM Welfare Fund would be disbursed as per details from Zila Sainik Welfare Office: ZSWO Zunheboto on April 12; ZSWO Mokokchung on April 11; ZSWO Wokha on April 10; ZSWO Kohima on April 9 and ZSWO Dimapur on April 17 in their respective ZSWOs. Pay m e n t s h a l l b e made to the veterans only on production of pension book or to the next of kin on production of original discharge certificate/death certificate if the veteran is not alive (expired in this financial year) duly attested

by Cl-I Gazetted Officer.

Other payment shall be made on production of identity card issued by Zila Sainik Welfare Offices.

Ato Yepthomi, chairman NHL addressing during the Mhathung Yanthan speaking Azheto Zhimomi and Moatoshi Longkumer with NPF party officials at NPF Dimapur Imnatiba speaking at NIDC on April 3. felicitation programme on April 3 at Dimapur. (NP) on April 3 at Kohima. (DIPR) division office.

DIMAPUR, APRIL 3 (NPN): A felicitation programme of Nagaland Hotel Limited (NHL) chairman Ato Yepthomi was held Tuesday, at “The Orchid” conference hall, Hotel Saramati.

Delivering speech at the felicitation programme, Ato Yepthomi thanked the chief minister for appointing him as the NHL chairman.

Exuding about hotel industry, he said that the industry itself should not be taken for granted but should be upgraded every now and then since it was the fastest and most respected industry all over the world.

Yepthomi encouraged the members of NHL to promote and remain updated in order to keep up with the reputation of the hotels.

“We need to pull ourselves together and present the best out of it” he added.

Chairman also encouraged the gathering to improve and try out to spread

wings of hotels even in other districts. Mentioning about hotel Japfu, Kohima and Hotel Saramati, Dimapur he pointed that though it came under the category of three star hotels, yet it needed more improvement, good facilities and to be cross checked for betterment of the hotels to shine with more stars.

He also sought suggestions from the members so that together they would emerge in the days to come and hoped to look into the problems as per his abilities.

Meanwhile, speech on behalf of the unit was delivered by Hotel Japfu, Kohima deputy general manager Kazhumi Phesao where she highlighted about the functional system of the hotel. While, hotel Saramati Dimapur, Florence Chophy highlighted the problems of the hotel and lamented that though Hotel Saramati was renewed last year, it continues to struggle for rev-

Trainees along with TM members, LSU and JCRE officials.

DIMAPUR: Jogeshwar Centre for Research and Excellence (JCRE), an NGO based at Imphal has launched the third phase of free training course on domestic electrification at

Wokha in collaboration with a local and voluntary NGO Team Metamorphosis on April 3.

A press release by Team Metamor phosis chief, Thungdemo Kyong

Author Anito Kiba along with SP Wokha, Bharat Laxman Markad and others during the launch of the book on April 3. (NP)

WOKHA, APR 3 (NPN): The second book of khaki clad Naga author Anito Kiba titled Wavering Heart was released here in a brief programme here at SP’s Conference Hall Wokha by SP Wokha, Bharat Laxman Markad.

Releasing the book, Markad remarked it was “heartening to see a poet in uniform” as being a cop was stressful and that the first casualty of stress was K Y M C

servant.

Mhathung in his speech informed that Nagaland has lot of potential to develop in the field of Horticulture and called upon all the officers to sincerely work for the farmers. He mentioned that the need of the hour was change in approach, thinking, planning and added that it was important to keep pace with technology.

He mentioned that in many villages people have already given up farming, so the role of the department was to identify and research what went wrong.

Mhathung stated that it was important to identify what would be suitable to benefit the farmers and motivate and share various ideas to explore ways and means. He added that all funds should reach those working in the grass root level and emphasized on the importance of skill development and training. Welcome speech was delivered by joint director, Horticulture,

Qhutovi Wotsa. Highlight of activities of department was given by director & mission director (MIDH), Dr. R. Elithung Lotha. Vote of thanks was proposed by deputy director, Horticulture, Jerry Patton.

MLAs Azheto Zhimomi and Moatoshi Longkumer: Naga People’s Front (NPF) Dimapur division organised felicitation prog r a m m e f o r t wo N P F MLAs, Azheto Zhimomi and Moatoshi Longkumer, on April 2 at NPF Dimapur Division office.

Addressing the party workers and well wishers, Azheto asserted that NPF was committed to work for the right and welfare of the people. He called upon the party workers, supporters and well wishers to continue to extend their support so as to strengthen the party.

Moatoshi asserted that Dimapur needs change and asked the public to cooperate with him by changing their mindset thus paving

the way for the change to come to Dimapur. He said NPF party alone cannot bring change and that all concerned should join hands and work together at achieve the desired goal.

A prayer for the MLAs was said by United Baptist Church, Midland Dimapur, Sr. Pastor Rev. Puduhu Khusoh, who also pronounced the benediction.

NPF central vice president and in-charge Dimapur Division, Pusazo Luruo and NPF minority wing president, Bishnu Bhattacharje delivered short speeches.

Meribeni Patton enthralled the gathering with a song; NPF Dimapur Division president, Er. Rhonthungo M. Ovung, delivered welcome address; NPF Dimapur division vice president, I. Sosang Jamir, said the invocation; NPF Women Wing Dimapur division, president, Vepranulu felicitated the two MLAs on behalf of NPF Dimapur division; NPF women wing

Dimapur division general secretary, Meribeni, chaired the function while NPF youth wing Dimapur division president, Temsuyanger Jamir, proposed the vote of thanks.

Imnatiba: Imnatiba, advisor, Industries and Commerce and NIDC visited the office of NIDC at Dimapur on April 3 where a short felicitation programme was held in his honour.

The MD of NIDC, C M Lotha while welcoming the new advisor also highlighted on the corporation’s future visions and past performances. The advisor also thanked the NIDC officers and staff for giving him a warm welcome and also encouraged all the members present to be sincere and steadfast in their service to the public. He also encouraged all rank and files of the office to approach him directly for any grievances and also ask for their cooperation in all official matters.

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enue improvement since last seven months. She therefore, hoped for positive outcome and expressed confidence that Ato Yepthomi as chairman would bring about positive change.

Earlier, the programme was chaired by NHL general manager, Nichuwheno and welcome address was delivered by NHL general manager Shurhovol Naleo.

(Staff Reporter) Advisor Mhathung Yanthan: A felicitationcum-introductor y programme was held at the conference hall, directorate of Horticulture on April 3 with advisor of Horticulture, MhathungYanthan as the chief guest.

According to DIPR report, the programme was chaired by chaired by secretary Horticulture, Alan Gonmei. The chairman mentioned that department was lucky to have Mhathung as advisor because of his vast knowledge and past experience as government

creativity and ingenuity.

He added that the book release was an encouragement for others to follow their passion.

Anito Kiba, who is a UBSI posted in Wokha, acknowledged his professors in college who encouraged him to write. He also recited lines from his book for the audience.

The author describes Wavering Heart as a “reflection of my thoughts born out of art and passion” and dedicated to

English Romantic Poets.

Apart from beautiful nuggets of the author’s poetry, the book also contains poetry of the author’s favourite poets from the Romantic Period. Wavering Heart also has a treat in store for art lovers as the pages are adorned with pencil sketches by the author.

The book is available only at Heritage Publishing House Dimapur at present but will hit stalls across Nagaland and beyond soon.

stated that Libeno Jami, president of the Lotha Students’ Union (LSU) had encouraged the trainees to be sincere and hardworking. Roshan from JCRE Imphal, program coordi-

nator for the training also gave a brief introduction of the scheme.

The training is from the Ministry of Skill Development Government of India powered by National Skill Development Program and Skill India.

The JCRE brought the scheme to Wokha district Nagaland in the month of August 2017 and implemented the scheme in the district with Team Metamorphosis, which has also received the Governor’s Gold Medal in 2017 on Independence Day. The team takes care of all the local arrangements and has already finished the first two batches with sixty youths.

Thungdemo Kyong chaired the meeting, attended by TM members besides the trainees and officials of LSU.

NAAC peer team members with college authority at Kigwema.

DIMAPUR: NAAC peer team visited Japfü Christian College (JCC), Kigwema on April 2 and 3.

A press release by JCC media cell, stated that the NAAC peer team was led by former vice chancellor, Dr. S.N. Yadav of APS University, Rewa, Madhya Pradesh as chairman, along with

Dr. Vitthal Maruti Ingavale, former principal, Shailendra Education Society’s Arts, Science and Commerce College, Mumbai, Maharashtra, as member co-ordinator and prof. Susmit Prasad Pani, former director, Directorate of Distance and Continuing Education, Utkal University, Bhubaneswar,

Odisha as member.

NAAC is an autonomous institution of the University Grants Commission (UGC) that oversees to make quality the defining element of higher education in India through a combination of self and external quality evaluation, promotion and sustenance initiatives.

AR organise various programmes

DIMAPUR: Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (North) conducted various programmes in different districts of Nagaland in March and April.

Chieswema Battalion: Chieswema Battalion conducted interaction programme with village GBs and council members of Zadhima-II, Phekerkrima and Zeizou village at Chiephobozou sub- division on April 3. According to PRO, HQ IGAR (N), the villagers and council members brought out issues pertaining to the development, employment of youths, education and health. Assam Rifles assured them of all possible help in holistic development of the region and also briefed them about upcoming Army recruitment rally which would help youth join the Armed forces. A total of nine representatives of villages attended the programme.

Wo k h a B a t t a l i o n : Wokha Battalion organised a motivational lecture at AG School, Tseminyu, Kohima on March 21. The lecture was conducted by the school students of Tseminyu region who had participated in a national integration tour to Delhi, Agra and Jaipur organised by Assam Rifles.

During the programme, the students narrated their experiences during the tour

to cities outside the NE. Four students of AG School, Tseminyu who participated in the national integration tour were also felicitated. A Total of 55 students attended the lecture.

Jalukie Battalion: Jalukie Battalion commenced a month long skill development training for youth at handicraft centre Athibung on March 19.

The aim of the training was to enable the youth to start their own ventures so as to earn a livelihood. Henpu, a trained handicraft artist is assisting the Assam Rifles in the month long basic course on handicraft skill development programme, sponsored by Jalukie battalion by providing raw materials and technology with minimal expenditure from the trainees. GBs and chairmen of the town and nearby villages attended the opening ceremony and training.

Shamator Battalion: Shamator Battalion conducted a lecture at Shamatore College on March 28 with an aim to educated and motivate students to join the armed forces. During the lecture, students were also informed about the pay packages, medical benefits and other privileges associated with the profession. A total of 52 students attended the lecture along with the college staff.

A free diabetes screening camp was held in Police Referral Hospital, Chumukedima in collaboration with Lincoln Pharmaceutical Company on April 3. CMO, Dr. N Adaho delivered the introductory speech to around 122 people, screened for random blood sugar and HbA1c after which counseling was also given. Out of the total 122 screened 16 were pre diabetic and 22 were diabetic.

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Shillong, Apr 3: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday called on several Union Ministers in Delhi.

The chief minister had meetings with External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, MoS (Home) Kiren Rijiju and Minister of Power (Independent Charge) RK Singh.

During his meeting with Sushma Swaraj, Sangma mooted the idea of issuing work permit to Bangladeshi nationals to address the challenge of infiltration, an official said.

“The Chief Minister has proposed for issue of work permit to Bangladeshi nationals to address the challenge of infiltration, to which the External Minister said that it would be discussed and examined,” Officer on Special Duty (Media) Saidul Khan noted in a press statement.

During the meeting, the chief minister also sought Swaraj’s intervention on road connectivity between Bangladesh and Meghalaya and mentioned of the Shillong – Dhaka and Tura – Dhaka routes. Swaraj has assured to consider the request.

She said that the issue would be taken up in North East Chief Minister’s Meet to be held in New Delhi on May 4.

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Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma meets Minister of State for Home Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, in New Delhi on Tuesday. (PTI) tral assistance would be extended to Meghalaya and other North Eastern states to improve relations with neigbouring nations to enhance trade and cultural ties, Swaraj suggested the Chief Minister to take advantage of the good relationship with Bangladesh and said that all focus and thrust is being accorded to North East under the Act East Policy.

The Chief Minister said Meghalaya share over 440 km border with Bangladesh, which is being considered to devise a new strategy on “Act South” to ensure trade and commerce thrives in the region.

Sangma also met Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari and discussed at length to expedite the ongoing road projects in Meghalaya with particular focus on the di-

lapidated roads connecting Tura – Baghmara, Baghmara – Ranikor, AMPT road, Nongstoin – Maweit, etc.

Nitin Gadkari assured that all roads in the State would be improved and enhanced with priority based on the scope of economic growth and to reduce the travel time connecting the district headquarters and State capital.

The Union Minister also sought the report on the realignment of the existing roads to reduce distance and facilitate better connectivity. Gadkari has assured all cooperation to strengthen State PWD for better execution of works.

The Union Minister also sought the proposal for creating wayside amenities.

Sangma also briefed MoS (Home) Kiren Rijiju, about the law and order situation

Chamling announces monthly pension for organic farmers

Dead body found in KA; murder suspected

Gan g t o k , A p r 3 (PTI): Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling Tuesday announced monthly pension for farmers engaged in organic farming in the state.

Sikkim is the first fully organic state in the country.

“Our farmers involved in organic farming will get a monthly pension of Rs 1000,” he said adressing a public meeting at Mangan, the North Sikkim district headquarters. Chamling is on a 32-day tour of the Himalayan state, beginning from the sparsely-populated North Sikkim district to gauge the popular mood ahead of the assembly polls due next year. He also asked youths to take up innovative enterprises based on organic

farming. Chamling asked officers to take up organic vegetable cultivation as a hobby and thereby bring in qualitative change in their lives. The Chamling government has banned sale and consumption of non-organic agricultural and horticultural products comprising cereals, vegetables, spices and fruits.

Referring to it, the chief minister said that the measure was a small contribution of the people of Sikkim to tackle challenges of global warming and climate change. Chamling stressed on rapid development on other fronts as well and said that he has undertaken a 32-day tour to take stock of development at the ground level in the state.

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Diphu, Apr 3: In an incident suspected to be a case of murder, a body of a 20-year old was retrieved on Monday morning around 8 a.m. near Degrem village, West Karbi Anglong district. The deceased has been identified as Mortuja Alam, driver of an alto car (AR 03-3376). According to officer in charge of Umrangsu police station, Sewa Singh the body was found with throat slit. Police suspected that Alam was killed by the passengers, who had hired his vehicle around 7 p.m. on Sunday from Badarpur Railway Station. Police has started investigation and no arrest has been made till this report was filed.

2,500 families affected due to hailstorm

SHILLONG/ JOWAI, Apr 3 (Agencies): As many as 237 villages and over 2,500 families in Meghalaya have been affected due to the recent hailstorm accompanied by rain. According to Shillong Times, till date, the number of families affected due to the calamity since March 30 is 2,505, according to the assessment of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department. Additional Chief Secretary PW Ingty, who is dealing with the matter, said on Monday that the extent of damage is yet to be assessed. He said relief works are under the supervision of respective deputy commissioners. Besides houses with tin roofs, crops and livestock were also affected due to the hailstorm. Ingty said temporary shelters were arranged for the affected villagers. The most affected areas are West Khasi Hills, East Garo Hills, North

Garo Hills and West Jaintia Hills. Chief Secretary Y Tsering said Rs 20 lakh each was placed at the disposal of the respective deputy commissioners to provide relief to the affected. “If the damage is more, additional money will be released,” he said.

Meanwhile, hailstones also damaged around 200 houses at Sohmynting village on Sunday afternoon. Crops and other vegetations were also destroyed during the storm. Newly elected Chief Executive Member of the JHADC Moonlight Pariat along with War East MDC Lamdibok Sumer, local MDC Suklang Shylla and officers of the Finance Department, besides the Secretary Executive Committee, visited Mynso and Pam-manik villages on Monday to assess the damages.

Pariat informed that JHADC will try to provide assistance to the affected villagers through its gratuity relief fund.

Over 36 percent MGNREGA works incomplete in Assam since 2006-07 G u wahati , A p r 3 (PTI): Over 36 per cent of the 4,14,551 works under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) are incomplete in Assam since 2006-07 when the scheme was launched, the Assembly was informed Tuesday.

Replying to a query by AGP MLA Phani Bhusan Choudhury, Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Naba Kumar Doley said a total of 4,14,551 works have been initiated till now

from the commencement of the Act in the state.

“Out of that, 2,64,976 works have been completed and 1,49,575 are yet to complete. Works in 4,497 incomplete jobs under MGNREGA remained stopped,” Doley said.

The minister also informed the House that Rs 76.67 crore to be given to the villagers as wages was due from the central government.

“As soon as the Centre releases the amount for

wages, it will be directly deposited to the accounts of the labourers,” he added.

Doley said the Centre has till now released Rs 9,264.97 crore since launch of the MGNREGA in the state, out of which Rs 9,195.15 crore have been spent for various works in the villages.

In Assam, there are 42,91,433 job card holding families for getting 100 days of work in a year, but only 25,96,096 families are active, he added.

of the State and generally discussed on developmental issues and new initiatives, which are being taken up by the Government. MoS (Home) Kiren Rijiju has assured to extend all cooperation and support to push the agenda of development in Meghalaya.

Sangma along with State Power Minister James K. Sangma also called on Minister of State Independent Charge Power R K Singh to discuss on the power scenario. The Union Minister has set the agenda that all villages in Meghalaya should be electrified. Singh has assured all cooperation to strengthen electricity system in Meghalaya.

Singh has asked Meghalaya to take advantage of Atal Jyoti Yojana to put up 2000 solar streetlights in each constituencies of the State, also to tap potential of solar energy by putting up roof top solar panels in Government establishments and institutions.

Singh said that by April 1, 2019, Indian government wants to achieve the target of 24×7 power supply across India, and Meghalaya has to play a pivotal role in North East to enhance power connectivity.

On the request for hybrid renewable energy source including solar, hydro and wind by the Chief Minister, Singh said that provision are there and the Ministry will expedite the process on submission of proposals from the State.

Assam CM stresses need to preserve tribal culture G u wahati , A p r 3 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Tuesday emphasised on the need to preserve the culture and heritage of tribal people, during a meeting with the chief executive members (CEM) of six autonomous councils of the state, an official statement said here.

The chief minister also asked the council heads to work for the promotion of folk traditions. The soonto-be-constructed ‘Sahodar Sammanway Kshetra’ near Rani, on the outskirts of the city, would provide an integrated platform to showcase the vivid cultural resources

Parties welcome by-poll date S H I LLO N G , A p r 3 (Agencies): Parties and candidates have welcomed the by-poll date for Williamnagar, a report from Shillong Times stated.

Congress candidate Deborah Marak, who is in Shillong for Easter, said she will rush back to Williamnagar following the announcement. “Enough time is there for further campaigning,” she said.

NPP state president WR Kharlukhi said earlier the party had campaigned for its candidate Marcuise Marak and since the date has been announced, there will be further campaigns.

NCP president Saleng Sangma said there will not be any change in the candidature of Krinilla Marak, the wife of late NCP candidate Jonathone Sangma, to contest the Williamnagar seat.

Winning the seat is crucial for these parties and if the Congress retains the seat, the tally will be 21. If NPP wins, the strength will rise to 20.

Even if the NCP candidate secures the seat, this will be advantageous for the MDA coalition as the lone NCP legislator Saleng is supporting the government.

of the tribal societies to visitors, Sonowal said.

The government would be building Ekata Bhawan at Sadiya for congregation and cultural exchanges between the tribes of the state, he added.

The CM also urged the six councils - Thengal Kachari Autonomous Council, Mishing Autonomous Council, Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council, Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council, Tiwa Autonomous Council and Deori Autonomous Council – to identify land and invite potential investors for setting up organic industries.

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HPC(D) cadres to surrender arms on April 12 AIZAWL, APR 3 (PTI): Militants of Manipurbased HPC(D) are scheduled to lay down arms on April 12 following the inking of a memorandum of settlement between the outfit and the Mizoram government on Monday, a senior state home department official said.

Additional Secretary for Home Lalbiakzama told PTI that 103 Hmar People’s Convenction (Democratic) militants would be laying down arms at a programme on April 12 at the Central Training Institute (CTI) near Sesawng village in Aizawl district, headquarters of the Miz-

Assam govt to spend Rs 2.58 cr on high-mast national flag Guwahati, Apr 3 (PTI): Assam government will spend Rs 2.58 crore to set up a high-mast National Flag here as part of the Smart City project, a state minister said today.

Guwahati Development Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma told the Assam Assembly that a total of 13 schemes and infrastructure development projects are being carried out to transform the state capital into a Smart City.

Sarma said the sanctioned cost for completing 12 projects is Rs 2,303.50 crore, while no amount has been fixed yet for the City Operation Centre.

Out of this, Rs 2.58 crore has been earmarked for implementing the

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high-mast national flag construction project in Guwahati.

“The work has been allotted after completing the tender process,” he said, without giving any further detail.

The highest amount of Rs 826 crore will be spent for the overall development of Brahmaputra riverside along the city, and the Detailed Project Report (DPR) is being prepared for it, the minister said.

For development of Mora Bharalu river bank and the Bharalu river, the state government has sanctioned Rs 488 crore and Rs 434 crore, respectively, with DPRs for both under preparation, he said.

oram Home Guards.

The MoS also stipulates that the state government would grant amnesty to all the HPC(D) cadres having criminal cases in the state and take steps for relief and rehabilitation/exgratia for the cadres hailing from Mizoram when they come over ground.

Those convicted of any such offences would be granted remission of sentences and investigations of all the cases against the members of the group in the state would be dropped forthwith, he said.

The accord signed between the then HPC and the state government in 1994 mainly revolved

ITANAGAR, APR 3 (PTI): Lok Sabha MP from Arunachal Pradesh, Ninong Ering, has voiced strong objection to the Centre’s decision of extending Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) by six months to three districts of the state.

“When Ar unachal Pradesh is known as a peaceful state and the Centre is holding parleys to hammer out an acceptable solution to the Naga issue, what is the justification of AFSPA in the three districts of the state?” the Congress MP from Arunachal East Parliamentary constituency said.

Speaking to PTI over phone from New Delhi, Ering alleged that the move reflected the “contradictory policy of the BJP-led NDA

TEKRÜBE VILLAGE It is to inform all the shareholders that there will be a GENERAL MEETING on 6th April 2018 at Tekrübe Baptist Church, Tekrübe at 12:00 noon. Shareholders are be note the following : 1. Transformer has been installed and electricity is now available.

2. There shall be compulsory collection of ` 1000/- from each shareholder.

3. Failing to attend the meeting shall attract appropriate penalty.

4. Shareholders are requested to clean up their respective plot before the General Meeting.

5. Any major decision taken on this day shall be final.

6. Lunch will be provided.

S. K. KENYE Chairman

WELHIPE KHAPE Secretary

OFFICE OF THE

DIMAPUR DISTRICT GARAGE WELFARE TRADE UNION DIMAPUR : NAGALAND

The Dimapur District Garage Welfare Trade Union has convened a General Meeting on 5th April 2018, 9:00 AM at Ana-Ki building. All the registered Garage Owners are requested to attend the meeting without fail.

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around establishment of Sinlung Hills Council (SHC) by an act of the state legislature.

As per the provisions of the MoS, the existing Sinlung Hills Development Council (SHDC) would be rechristened as Sinlung Hills Council (SHC) by an act of state legislature.

It will be accorded administrative autonomy within the framework agreed upon by both the parties, in the sphere of socio-economic, political and cultural development of the people under the jurisdiction of the SHC. The HPC(D) was formed by Lalhmingth-

anga Sinate, after the HPC cadres laid down arms following the 1994 accord and continued to demand a separate autonomous district council under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution for the Hmar community concentrated in the north eastern part of the state adjoining Manipur.

The outfit split into two factions - headed by H. Zosangbera and the other

by Sanate and were at loggerheads since then.

Sanate was recently arrested by the Assam Police for alleged murder of Norbar Sanate, finance secretary of the Zosangbera faction.

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Piketo Zhimo Gen. Secy., DDGWTU

Regd. 1168 Dated. 03/04/2018 DECLARATION I, Shri. Navang R. Lotha, S/o. Robin Lotha of Longsa Village under Wokha district Nagaland do hereby affirm and stated as under: 1. That, I am an Indian Citizen and resident of Longsa Village, district Wokha : Nagaland.

2. That, my father Shri. Robin Lotha was brought up and adopted by Shri. Nyimthungo Lotha since June 1999.

3. That, my father has officially signed the adoption deed which has been registered in the 1st Class Magistrate Court, Wokha Vide Regd. No. 347/2000/Dt. 10/06/1999. (enclosed: photocopy of adoption certificate).

4. That, hereinafter, I shall be called and known as Mr. Navang R. Lotha and not as Mr. Nabang R. Ezung and my father name as Robin Lotha and not as Robin Borah which is wrongly entered during my Schooling days.

5. That, henceforth Nabang R. Ezung and Navang R. Lotha and my father name Robin Borah and Robin Lotha were one and same person only.

6. That, now in future my name shall be known Navang R. Lotha and my father name as Robin Lotha in all official purpose and correspondences.

I hereby verify and declared that the above stated (Para 1-6) are true and correct to the best of my knowledge in sound mind and robust health and nothing wrong has been concealed thereof.

DEPONENT Solemnly declared an oath before me by the declarant on this day the rd 3 of March 2018.

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government”.

The Centre on Monday extended AFSPA in the state’s three districts and eight police station areas, bordering Assam, by another six months.

According to a notification issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the three districts — Tirap, Changlang and Longding — and eight police station areas have been declared “disturbed” under AFSPA, 1958.

The eight police stations are — Balemu and Bhalukpong police stations in West Kameng district, Seijosa police station in East Kameng district, Balijan

police station in Papumpare district, Namsai and Mahadevpur police stations in Namsai district, Roing police station in Lower Dibang Valley district and Sunpura police station in Lohit district.

The Act gives special rights and immunity to security forces to carry out raids, arrest without warrant, and use force even to the extent of causing death.

The two areas from where the Act has been withdrawn are Likabali police station in Lower Siang district and Ruksin police station in East Siang district.

OFFICE OF THE MANAGER THE NAGALAND STATE DIARY CO-OPERATIVE FEDERATION. MOKOKCHUNG UNIT. INFORMATION This is to inform to all the consumers/public that due to cost escalation of packaging material, commodities, transport charges etc, the management is compelled to increase the price of Milkcon Lassi (200ml) from Rs.10 to Rs.15 per cup with effect from 1st April 2018.we request all our valued customers to bear with us for the unavoidable cost enhancement.

Sd/Manager, Mini Diary Plan, Mokokchung.

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AFFIDAVIT

On the basis of Affidavit Regd. No. 52/18 Dated 12/01/2018, Smti.

MHONSALI ENNY W/o. Shri. Y. THUNGJAMO OVUNG resident of H/NO. 44 (B) Chumukedima, Nagaland. Due to clerical mistake my Name was entered as MHONSALI OVUNG in my husband service book, Where as my actual/ correct name should be read and used as MHONSALI ENNY. The same shall be use in all purpose in future.

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Dt. Zbto the 22/3/2018

Notice Calling Objection for the issue of Succession Certificate Smti Kheholi Sema of Phuye Old Village, District Zunheboto has applied for the issue of Succession Certificate/Guardianship Certificate declaring that her husband Lt. Lukhevi Sema, has expired on 11/12/2017.

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 issued of the same.

Deputy Commissioner Zunheboto : Nagaland

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NOTICE

S/C No. 63/18

NOTICE INVITING CLAIMS/OBJECTIONS OF OTHER CLAIMANT(S) FOR ISSUE OF SUCCESSION CERTIFICATE UNDER PART-1 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925.

Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate/pension benefits of Late C. Sope Yimchunger has been applied by Shri. Athrong, S/o Lt. C. Sope Yimchunger R/o H.No New Showuba, Nuiland, Dimapur, Nagaland for possession of : (1) SBI A/C No. 30056412382 Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate/pension benefits of the said deceased may if She/he so desire appear in this court on or before the said day of 2nd May 2018.

Given under the hand and seal of the court on this 2nd April '18.

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Manipur SCERT bags awards at ICT

Manipur education minister Th Radheshyam at a felicitation function in Imphal on Tuesday. (NP) Correspondent

IMPHAL, APR 3: Manipur directorate of State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) was on Tuesday felicitated for winning awards in three categories at the recently concluded 22nd All India Children’s Educational Audio

Video Festival (AICEAVF) and ICT Mela-2018 in Bhopal. The directorate won the awards in Best Editing (Audio), 2018 for the programme titled Taramanga Suba Chahi Chagi Puwari; Best Audio Programme (Teachers), 2018 for the programme titled Ahongba Sinmi and Best Video Pro-

gramme (Teachers), 2018 The Head Teacher.

Manipur education minister Th Radheshyam graced the felicitation programme and congratulated the staff of SCERT on their achievement.

He said in order to catch up with the advancement in the field of technol-

ogy, children must be taught to become innovative not only encouraging them to score marks in examination.

“Children must be encouraged to dream and express their ideas into action. They also must think outside the box, challenge problems with innovative solutions,” the minister said.

He further suggested that the children should be encouraged on how to think and be innovative as part of the programmes taken up by SCERT. AIR Imphal station director Dilip Mayengbam, who also graced the felicitation function observed that to make broadcast of educational programme success, every school must have radio to tune in to the programme.

He said that the broadcasting of the programme was a challenge but can be achieved if teachers were trained. He further said that the programme had became more popular with the inclusion of the prominent literature laureates of the State.

P.B. Acharya condoles R K Dorendro demise DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Nagaland governor P.B. Achar ya has expressed grief on the demise of R K Dorendro Singh, a veteran politician and former Chief Minister of Manipur, on March 30, 2018. Governor’s PRO in a condolence message, said Acharya described late R K Dorendro Singh as a personal friend and a good human being and that his contributions for the welfare of the people of Manipur in particular and the country in general, will be remembered forever.

Governor said late R K Dorendro was four times chief minister of Manipur from 1974 and 1993, and also served as speaker of Manipur Legislative Assembly and MP, Rajya Sabha.

In his demise, people of Manipur have lost a tall and prominent leader, Acharya said.

Acharya further conveyed condolences to members of the bereaved family and prayed to almighty God to grant strength and solace to bear the irreparable loss.

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Constable from Assam held in Thane CDR Case G u wa h at i , A p r 3 (Agencies): A police constable from Assam has been arrested in connection with the call data records (CDR) racket busted by the Thane police, an official said.

According to Northeast Today, while investigating the racket, the police chanced upon a call data record and traced it to a mobile number from Assam, the official of the Thane Crime Branch which is probing the case said on Monday night. The Thane police officials then informed their counterparts in Assam to conduct an inquiry into it, he said. Last week, the Assam police arrested the constable, Bhubaneshwar Das, attached to the Haflong police station, he said. Das, working in the police’s cyber cell, had illegally procured a CDR which was found in possession of one of the persons arrested in Thane, the official said.

A case was registered against Das at the Haflong police station and a process was underway to bring him to Thane, he said. The

Six monuments, sites in NE identified for listing under World Heritage Site Thembang, the settlement of the Monpas, is a village within a fortified area measuring approximately 3.2 acres. It is a host to several ancient and historical structures and has drawn the maximum attention for the fortified Dzong constructed using traditional technology of the region.

Due to the richness of heritage structures found in the village, locals consider the village of Thembang itself as a monument.

Thembang Dzong is located approximately 55km northeast of Bomdila township in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh.

Iconic Saree Weaving Clusters of India

River Island of Majuli in midstream of Brahmaputra River in Assam.

New delhi, Apr 3 (Agencies): As many as six monuments and historical sites in the Northeast have been identified tentatively for listing under World Heritage Site.

The list includes Apatani Cultural Landscape in Arunachal Pradesh, Iconic Saree Weaving Clusters of India, Moidams of the Ahom Dynasty in Assam, Namdapha National Park in Arunachal Pradesh, Majuli river island in midstream of Brahmaputra River in Assam and Thembang Fortified Village in Arunachal Pradesh.

Informing the Lok Sabha, minister of state

(I/C) for culture, Mahesh Sharma, in a written reply on Monday, added that a total of 83 monuments and sites of the Northeast are centrally protected under the Archaeological Survey of India.

The Union minister added that Rs 3.65 crores was spent to maintain these sites in the last financial year with Assam getting Rs 2.35 crores, Arunachal Pradesh Rs 16.97 lakhs, Manipur Rs 66,000, Mizoram Rs 17.54 lakhs, Nagaland Rs 19.28 lakhs, Tripura Rs 63.46 lakhs and Sikkim Rs 11.86 lakhs. Meghalaya didn’t get any fund in the last fiscal.

Here are the monu-

ments/sites in the Northeast have been identified tentatively for listing under World Heritage Site.

Apatani Cultural Landscape

Sualkuchi in Assam, is among the saree weaving clusters of India. It has a glorious history in production of muga and mulberry silk since at least fourth century BC and finds a mention in Kautilya’s Arthashastra (referred to as Suvarnakunda of ancient Kamrupa).

Of a naturally rich, golden colour, muga is the finest of India’s wild silks. The loom is a prized possession in every Assamese home.

Weaving has been a way of life in the state since time immemorial.

Assam tribal weaver clusters: The Karbi, Mishing, Rabha, Singpho and Tai-phake tribes have a strong textile tradition. The Mech tribe is silk-weavers in profession.

Surrounded by blue rolling hills and topographically cut off from the rest of the populated areas of the region, Ziro Valley in Arunachal Pradesh presents an example of how co-existence of man and nature has been perfected over the centuries by the Apatani civilization.

The valley, inhabited by the Apatani tribe, lies tucked in the lower ranges of the eastern Himalayas in the state of Arunachal Pradesh Moidams – the Mound-Burial in Northeast India. system of the Ahom Dynasty

The Tai-Ahom clan upon their migration from China established their capital in different parts of the Brahmaputra River Valley between 12th to 18th centuries. Usurping the Barahi tribe, Chau-lung Siu-ka-pha established the first capital of the Ahoms at the foothill of Patkai hills and named it Che-rai-doi or Che-tam-doi, meaning “a dazzling city above the mountain” in their language and consecrated site with a ritual. While the clan moved from city to city, the landscape of Che-Rai-Doi or Choraideo continued to retain its position as most sacred where the departed soul of the Royals could transcend into the after-life.

Their unique system of vaulted mounds continued for 600 years, till many Tai-Ahoms converted to Buddhism while others adopted the Hindu system of cremation.

Wildlife Sanctuary and Jairampur Forest Division are located in the eastern part of Arunachal Pradesh.

Among the last great remote wilderness areas of Asia, Namdapha and its adjoining areas, is flanked by the Patkai hills to the south and south-east and by the Himalaya in the north. The area lies close to the Indo-Myanmar-China trijunction.

River Island of Majuli in midstream of Brahmaputra River in Assam

The Majuli river island in Assam is mid-stream of the Brahmaputra river. It is a part of the vast dynamic river system of Brahmaputra basin. The Majuli Island is a fluvial landform (a riverine delta), a unique geographical occurrence and a result of the dynamics of the vast river system.

The island itself extends for a length of about 80 km and for about 10-15 km north to south direction. It Namdapha National Park The Namdapha Na- is 85-90 m above the mean t i o n a l Pa r k , K a m l a n g sea level.

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ULFA(I) ultra apprehended in Assam G u wa h at i , A p r 3 ( PTI ) : A n ULFA(Independent) ultra was apprehended by a joint army and police team in Nalbari district of Assam and a revolver with ammunition were recovered from him, Defence sources said here today.

The joint operation was launched by a unit of Red Horns Division and the police in Nalbari district last night, the

GUWAHATI, Apr 3 (Agencies): Assam police on Tuesday seized two vehicles – a dumper (ML 11/4666) loaded with suspected stolen coal and a Gypsy (ML 4C 4666) accompanying the dumper — from Khetri police station area in Kamrup district of Assam and arrested four suspected illegal coal traders and recovered Rs 1.64 lakh from their possession. A police source informed that the apprehended persons were identified as Iso Suwer and Banjied Lapasam of Khlihriat west, Hahunbail Shylla of Pyrtakuna in Meghalaya and Andrew Kro of Rongjangphong of Hamren. They are being interrogated by the police.

Tripura introduces 2 awards for achievers in social work, music

AGARTALA, Apr 3 (Agencies): In a bid to encourage social work and cultural while promoting the heritage of the royal family, the BJP-IPFT government announced the institution of two new awards. While addressing the inaugural session of 36th Agartala Book Fair, deputy chief minister Jishnu Dev Varma on Monday said as part of the event, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Integration Award for Social Service will be conferred on an individual nominated by an independent jury. The Kalikinkar Debbarma Award for Excellent Performance in Classical Music will be awarded to a person who excels in classical music. The new government has introduced the new awards besides 12 others in order to encourage social work and classical music, he added.

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The ultra has been handed over to Nalbari Police, the sources added.

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Altogether Rs 150 crore would be spent to construct the dams.

The chief minister said following the construction of the two dams, a huge quantity of water would be stored that would fulfil the demands of drinking water for Agartala residents and the city’s outskirts.

The dams would also improve navigability of the river and enlarge the scope for development of tourism.

“The riversides would be decorated, embankments would be constructed and provision for boat ride up to 25 km would be created to attract tourists.

“We have attached maximum importance on developing tourism in the state for employment generation,” Deb said.

Suspected illegal coal traders arrested in Assam

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Agartala, Apr 3 (Agencies): Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb Tuesday said his government has drawn up an ambitious project of constructing two dams on river Howrah to increase its water-carrying capacity and navigability.

“We have observed that a large part of the capital and its outskirts are flooded due to swelling of the river during rainy season, and in dry season, there is hardly any water even for supply to the water treatment plants,” he said.

The two dams will be built near the source of the river at Baramura hills, Deb told reporters here.

He said one dam would be of 25 metre height and the other would be of 15 metre, and the project would be completed

SHI L L O N G , A p r 3 (Agencies): To check the factual misrepresentation in several MBoSE textbooks, Education Minister, Lahkmen Rymbui directed an official of the Education department to provide him copies of the textbooks that are marred with such errors.

“I will look into it and corrective measures will be taken so that students will not suffer,” he told reporters on Tuesday and maintained that such mistakes will “be the first and the last.”

“We will look into every aspect of it,” he added.

It may be mentioned that several organisations have raised a hue and cry over the factual misrepresentation of Khasi culture and tradition, spelling mistakes, grammatical errors in the textbooks.

Again, Rymbui said that the government would very soon appoint an efficient full-time Executive Chairman of Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBoSE).

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Thane crime branch had earlier also arrested a constable posted in the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, in the CDR leak case.

The arrested constable, Nitin Khawade (29), was also attached to the police’s cyber cell and had easy access to the call data records, the police said.

Nearly 12 people have so far been arrested in connection with the racket, which revolved around private detectives illegally procuring CDRs of certain people and selling them to their clients. The Thane police had earlier arrested some private detectives and a Mumbai-based lawyer in connection with the illegal procurement of call data records.

Advocate Rizwan Siddiqui, who was arrested last month, had represented many celebrities, including Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The Thane police had last month summoned Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a witness, though had no direct role in the CDR case, a senior official earlier said.

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Vol. XXVIII NO. 116 Dimapur, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2018

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ight on Day One, on March 8, after the new People’s Democratic Alliance (PDA) coalition government was installed, the cabinet wasted little time to decide on a number of issues to live up to the dictum- by deeds and not words. The PDA cabinet, which met for the first time, took significant decisions like doing away with VIP culture by prohibiting use of name plates and beacon lights by those not authorised. The cabinet also restricted use of police pilots and escorts except for the handful of VIPs permitted. The decision for transparency and promoting a culture of meritocracy was noteworthy so also the decision for periodical appraisals and assessments of the departments, including performance of ministers. In addition, the decision to give specific targets and deadlines for projects is welcome. Also the decision to give a 100-day period to elected members to declare their assets and assets of their spouses and dependents will be eagerly and keenly watched. Further, in a bid to improve the road infrastructure, the cabinet decided to repair and renovate roads and fill potholes in the State capital, commercial hub Dimapur and district headquarters within 60 days. In addition the cabinet decided to launch a new Nagaland State Sports Policy within 100 days. Perhaps the decision to rename the Indira Gandhi Stadium near Kohima as Dr.T.Ao Stadium attracted a lot of controversy in the sense that it evoked objections from not only the opposition in the assembly but also the Kohima Village Council.

The Renaming Indira Gandhi Stadium as Dr.T.Ao Stadium 31 years after the foundation stone was laid by then prime minister Rajiv Gandhi is certainly questionable. The government of India may have agreed to fund the stadium project because it was a tribute to the memory of late Indira Gandhi, who had a close association with Naga politicians. Again the same IG Stadium was formally inaugurated by then prime minister of India Atal Behari Vajpayee during his historic visit to Kohima in 2003. While it may be the prerogative of the government to rename any institution etc; yet there ought to be some level of transparency and justification. The government must explain why it has decided to remove the name of Indira Gandhi though it does not mean that Nagas worship the late prime minister. Naga Football legend Dr.T.Ao belongs not only to Nagas but to India for he brought laurels to the nation as the first Olympic football captain. The birth centenary of Dr.T.Ao was on January 28,2018 but the government of Nagaland had done nothing to honour its legendary footballer. The new government wanted to do something right and so had settled on the idea to usurp the IG Stadium in memory of Dr.T.Ao. It is not exactly a compliment to the memory of the legendary footballer when a stadium built in the memory of India’s first woman prime minister is now named after him. As suggested by many, it would be befitting if a sports institute is named after Dr.T.Ao so that it will be a befitting tribute to his exploits as the legendary footballer who will inspire generations with his feat. Hopefully the PDA government will be sensitive to the concerns and not be seen to be a tool of those who wish to erase all mention of the Nehru-Gandhi family. The issue is not merely about ‘what’s in a name?’ but about the history of the stadium.

DailyDevotion “If You Had Known!”

If you had known…in this your day, the things that make for your peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes. —Luke 19:42 Jesus entered Jerusalem triumphantly and the city was stirred to its very foundations, but a strange god was there– the pride of the Pharisees. It was a god that seemed religious and upright, but Jesus compared it to “whitewashed tombs which indeed appear beautiful outwardly, but inside are full of dead men’s bones and all uncleanness” (Matthew 23:27).

What is it that blinds you to the peace of God “in this your day”? Do you have a strange god– not a disgusting monster but perhaps an unholy nature that controls your life? More than once God has brought me face to face with a strange god in my life, and I knew that I should have given it up, but I didn’t do it. I got through the crisis “by the skin of my teeth,” only to find myself still under the control of that strange god. I am blind to the very things that make for my own peace. It is a shocking thing that we can be in the exact place where the Spirit of God should be having His completely unhindered way with us, and yet we only make matters worse, increasing our blame in God’s eyes.

“If you had known….” God’s words here cut directly to the heart, with the tears of Jesus behind them. These words imply responsibility for our own faults. God holds us accountable for what we refuse to see or are unable to see because of our sin. And “now they are hidden from your eyes” because you have never completely yielded your nature to Him. Oh, the deep, unending sadness for what might have been! God never again opens the doors that have been closed. He opens other doors, but He reminds us that there are doors which we have shut– doors which had no need to be shut. Never be afraid when God brings back your past. Let your memory have its way with you. It is a minister of God bringing its rebuke and sorrow to you. God will turn what might have been into a wonderful lesson of growth for the future.

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You have power over your mind not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength. ~ Marcus Aurelius

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2018

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hen former Congress President Sonia Gandhi said that they would not allow the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) to return to power, she hinted at a joint action on the part of the Opposition. It also means that she does not want Prime Minister Narendra Modi to for the second term. On its own, the Congress does not have the numbers to pose any threat to the BJP-run government or Modi.

In all probability, as things stand today, Modi looks good enough to returning to power. The three reverses in recent by-elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies notwithstanding, the BJP is capturing power in state after state and spreading its tentacles slowly but surely.

Yet, 2019 general elections are some way to go and the impending state election in Karnataka and the subsequent ones in other states later this year would be the real test to assess Modi’s strengths and weaknesses.

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee has taken the initiative

Is a federal party possible?

to get the non-BJP parties together for a federal structure to contest against the BJP in 2019. To underline the Congress cooperation, Mamata has said that she is daily in touch with Sonia Gandhi. In fact, the leaders from other non-BJP ruled states are constantly in touch with each other to see the possibility of a federal structure.

If you recall, the Janata Party was a federal structure. It did not last its course and fell because the then leaders, particularly the top ones like Morarji Desai and Chanran Singh, quarrelling in public all the time, much to the exasperation of the people. Then the Jana Sangh wielded power because the opponents were a divided lot. Once the nonJana Sangh parties came together, the Jana Sangh government was reduced to a minority.

The federal structure that would come up, courtesy the top leaders like Sonia Gandhi or, for that matter, Mamata Banerjee, has to take a leaf out of the book of the Janata Party and learn to work together.

The moot question would

be who among the leaders has enough support to be the Prime Minister. Once this question is settled, things will fall into place and the federal structure could survive.

The question the country faces today is that Kuldip if pluralism, the nation’s ethos, is defeated which forces would come to power. The BJP is determined to divide the people. They have been trying for a pro-Hindu government in some shape or the other. The RSS, which is the mentor of the BJP, is playing its role to perfection to help realize the dreams of Modi.

This is where the new federal combination has to be careful about. It is better they come up with a Minimum Common Programme with all parties endorsing the views and aspirations of all leaders.

This is just one important issue which the top leaders of non-BJP have to address as the people’s interests should the above everything else.

For the idea of India, which is founded on secu-

larism and democracy, the parties based on religion or castes should have no place in the federal structure. The danger is that the various elements would try to pull in different directions to corner power. Even individual leaders should keep Nayar the country’s unity ahead of personal or their party interests.

If they learn to live together, the warning about their disarray would be repulsed. Secularism would have gone through the fire to prove its intrinsic strength. With coalition politics inevitable in India, the best possible way to defeat the idea of BJP or, for that matter, Modi and his cohorts is stay together and learn in the process to rule together.

The BJP cannot defeat the ideas of Mahatma Gandhi, unity in diversity. In fact, what it has done is to prove Gandhi right. Unity of India could face the danger of separatism. Pakistan whom I wish well is the fallout of the mistrust in the Hindu majority. Qaide-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah, who was an apostle

of Hindu-Muslim unity, said that he could not trust the majority, the Hindus.

This mistrust is the reason why people left their homes after partition. One million were killed on both sides and Hindus and Muslims went apart further.

The RSS looks like copying the idea of division. Its philosophy is nothing but making a mockery of Gandhi’s preaching.

The RSS elements did not succeed as the communal forces could not silence Gandhi. They had to ultimately kill him so that the same voice which the people heard and respected. I had seen the letter which Nathuram Godse wrote in defence of what he did. He avowed respect to Gandhiji but argued that the country would suffer if the Mahatma had lived longer.

I recall one incident from his prayer meetings.

I was present when, before the Mahatma started his meeting, one person from Punjab got up and said that he would not listen to the Quran. At the meeting all the three scriptures-the Gita, Quran and the Bible-

were read. Gandhi said that there would be no meeting until the objector withdrew his dissent. For days, there was no prayer congregation. It was resumed only after the person finally withdrew his objection.

Today, when the fanatic RSS guides the government in appointment of teachers, librarians and heads of academic institutions, there is little hope for merit to take over. Under the circumstances, how can a federal party fight against such elements? The danger to the nation is from those who think that since the country has 80 percent of Hindu population, they have the right to rule.

Leaders like Jawaharlal Nehru and Sardar Patel saw to it that there would be no Hindutva. They converted the then assembly into a constituent assembly to have a constitution.

India is ruled today not by the 80 percent but by the constitution which assures one vote to one individual.

Even when the Hindus are in a majority, they cannot subvert the idea of India because the constitution is supreme.

Post-mortem

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Your egos, our lives

eople by and large want to live in an atmosphere that promotes harmony. In tune to this, the edicts of religion are basically entrenched on peace and harmony. On the contrary, it is indeed paradoxical that what we have been witnessing is as the human civilizations keep progressing and advancing to ‘higher levels’, we see lowering of our sixth sense to the levels of ‘brute nature’. The only distinction that makes humans from others is thathuman nature is endowed with reason which ought to exemplify in action-reflection process coupled with temperance and prudence. For instance, we have progressed in innovation and live in knowledge society; while on the other, our own creation vis-à-vis societies and nations are gripped with hate and intolerance leading to lynching of our own species in thousands and millions.

Those who lost their lives have nothing to do with the issues or the problems.

Due to the egos of some, innocent people world over are losing their lives. The blood of the innocent is being spilled and shed and the phrase commonly used against those who were/are responsible that “they have blood in their hands” lost its relevance. These phrases have not impacted them, rather made them more brutish and hard hearted. Life is more precious and so adds infinite value. For example, a few days ago, 15 Palestinians were killed on the IsraeliGaza border; ongoing “carnage” in Syria, South Sudan and Democratic Republic of Congo. The conflicts within and between the borders such as Indo-Pakistani; ISIS and fundamentalist groups belonging to diverse religiousideological and political persuasions; the State often becoming roguish perpetrating violence against those who ask for their rights and dignity; the outflow of people in the name of ‘migrants’ and ‘refugees’ and many such categories who keep losing their lives. Myanmar’s Rohingya is a classic case, wherein six and half lakhs of people have been thrown out of their homes/land in the name of ‘outsiders’ and ‘ethnic cleansing’.

Lives are lost and blood is spilled for petty reasons.

Leaders within democratic settings, dictators and totalitarian regimes across the world make decisions in most

cases have been detrimental to many. As a consequence there have been too much of bloodshed. Children and the youth happened to be the victims of the egos of those who make decisions. The entire world is caught up with this syndrome where innocent get killed and the kith and kin undergo long-suffering. In major parts of the world, nations and societies are caught up either with war or ethnic/ caste/racial conflicts or political or social or religious or cultural or economic crises.

Bombardments and reckless shootings have become the order of the day. As a result, innocent people leave their domiciles and in the process undergo all sorts of suffering.

What is happening in our so-called “civilized world” is that the international organizations set to mediate or arbitrate or influence the comity of nations to deter from wars and conflicts have eventually ended up creating “camps” for those innocent people who suffer due to the inflated egos and irresponsible actions of a few.

Religions of the world speak of peace, reconciliation and harmony, but those who are supposed to govern the nations decide the other way round-creating enormous problems ranging from loss of lives, insecurity and total dislocation of their families from their domiciles.

The bustling townships and beautiful villages known for commercial and productive activities have been evacuated and deserted.

Hardly people want to come back. For those who play with their egos and powers at their disposal think that people forget and thus have short memories. They are wrong and the sufferings of the innocent meted out in diverse forms shall linger for many generations. Leaders do not want to get into dialogue or conversation or employ and exhaust channels that would defuse the crises. First they decide, act, devastate and then justify. By then everything is done. Precious lives are lost; innocent blood is shed and families suffer because they lost their children and the youth. This is scenario and the world we live in. The world is soaked with enormous acts of injustice and oppressive tendencies. We have gone back to medieval age-tit for tat and in the process-the aggressor and the aggrieved blaming each other. By then the citizens

of both countries might have incurred huge losses.

Take for example Wars on Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya and other conflicts happening around the world, the citizens of the world were kept in the dark and hardly been divulged what was truetruth. The leaders usually whip up the emotions of the people-patriotism/nationalism and twist the reasons and purpose of the conflict to satisfy their egos. Nowadays, it is hardly to get the truth from the leaderships. The United Nations and other international agencies created for specific purposes are not in positions to discharge their responsibilities or whatever is mandated to them fairly and justly. Those powerful nations with their economic and political weightage bulldoze or even tend to influence others-‘we are watching you’, ‘fall in line’, otherwise /you will face the consequences.

In order to satiate their constituencies they go all out by not taking the others into consideration. The levels of arrogance, haughtiness, intolerance and lust for power have crept into their psyche.

Most of the leaders of the world have tasted power and now enjoying absolute power in absolute terms.

Leaders have bloated egos and the cronies/sycophants keep inflating their egos. Nowadays most of the leaders till they get elected their parties becomes the most important entity. After the elections and assuming the highest office, they tend to claim that they are more than the party. Party becomes just a ‘take-off ’ pad for them.

Twisting the facts, turning the truth upside down and engaging in all sorts of concoctions by which they fool the people of their countries and the world. Lies and absolute lies happened to be their ‘morals’ of these leaders. Somehow they manage to consolidate their powers and protect their regimes and thus keep going. How long can they hoodwink the people and the world at large? I am reminded of a saying: “One can fool some for all the time, many for some time and not all-all the time.” So, people should wake and make their leaders to be responsible, accountable and transparent in their governance. They should be made to govern their respective conscientiously.

Dr. John Mohan Razu

Politics and growth dynamics of a society

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he 2016 US presidential campaign was often characterized by journalists and pundits as irrational and wrought with emotions like anger and fear. Such depictions fail to consider emotions as evolutionary adaptations designed to solve recurrent problems when the costs of a mistake would be high (Frijda 1986; Tooby and Cosmides 2008; Izard 2009). Work in this vein considers emotions to be triggered by appraisals, providing vital information to processing systems such as attention and perception (Clore et al. 2001). This research tradition treats emotion as a moderator/mediator (Ottati and Isbell 1996), an outcome variable (Lerner and Keltner 2000) and a predictor (Marcus and MacKuen 1993). Building on these approaches, political psychology is often interested in how emotions shape the evaluation of socio-political objects and thereby elicit a response (Lodge and Taber 2005).

While emotion was traditionally seen as a nuisance to good governance (Edelman 1985; Kuklinski et al. 1991), more recent work suggests emotion is central to political participation (Valentino et al. 2007), public opinion (Brader 2006), processing of information (Lodge and Taber 2005), political discussion (Cho 2013), political tolerance (Small et al. 2006), and policy attitudes (Albertson and Gadarian 2015).

Politics encompasses the whole growth dynamics of a society. With good politics, emerges good—laws and legal social norms. Paying attention to our emotional security does not mean we are becoming a fragile society.

Emotions are an intrinsic factor in our human nature which is why in modern progressive states, workplace sensitivity training are also put into program. Why does human emotion become an asset in implementation of social norms?

For instance, a student who has been physically, mentally and emotionally bullied by his peers necessarily may not succumb to any physical injuries, but the mental and emotional anxiety may consequently trigger suicidal tendency upon the victim. Such personal attacks by sociopathic abusers are indictable by law and we as a society should also denounce and condemn such unhealthy ill-practices from affecting our social growth. Anti-bullying legislations this

way are enacted to help and reduce bullying.

However such social norms practiced in western and other modern societies, are decided from necessities deriving out of human rational conscience comprising also of political and emotional logic, as relevant with reality and not remotely out of accessing data alone as these concepts of human contract in terms of right and wrong are figuratively theoretical and abstract.

While as humans we are also consistently trying to improve human interaction emotionally, mentally and intellectually, but there are also segregations in political logic which set aside emotional investment from right and wrong. For instance, when we state politically correct assertion like: illegal immigrants have no legal rights, and the reality inclusive of illegal immigrants flooding and endangering our territorial and economic liabilities, this does not contradict our human emotional essence – this only ensure our indigenous security and rights.

Right to personal liberty basically includes the way human should behave and interact with each other in a society.

By having access of our personal liberty and rights, we are legally and morally expected to respect each other’s rights and freedom; giving each other their own space; entrenching one’s personal right and freedom in any way—even if not presently defined in our social norms, may be subjected for exploration in legal justice systems as suited in our available social context. By respecting our consecutive rights, we do not have to illegitimately infringe on each other’s space, and cohesively work and aim for common cause and progression.

Our society has been weighed down immensely extensively and embarking to stand up and having started to dust off the dirt from our entity is a good start for beginners. Time today, is the closing of the second decade of the 21st century, and it is sufficiently applicable conceivably, to say that we also need to come out of conventional boundaries and improvise our system in technical and more sensible manner to better suit our challenges in this technology driven sophisticated modernization.

Yangmong T Naga (Research Activist) Model Village, Dimapur

Reader’s Post Sir,

Appeal to CM

I would like to remind you that I voted for your party because I believed that under your leadership our issues will be taken seriously. Sir on behalf of all the Hindi Teachers under CSS, I would like you to know that the previous government could not absorb us as employees of the state even when the government was asked by the Union HRD Ministry to take steps to absorb all the Hindi teachers appointed through Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) in the state. Sir, I hope that you will personally look into this matter and deliver a speedy solution. In our state where vows are worthless, where making pledge means nothing, where promises are made to be broken, it would be nice to see words come back into power. I believe that change is coming.

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NEW DELHI, APR 3 (IANS): The government has no plan to do away with quota policy for Dalits and tribes, Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday.

The assurance came a day after violent protests claimed nine lives against a Supreme Court order that dilutes a law on preventing atrocities against the marginalized communities in the country.

Speaking in the Lok Sabha, Rajnath Singh dubbed as rumours speculation that the government wanted to end the reservation system. “Rumours are being spread about reservation policy, it is wrong.

“I appeal to all political parties to help in maintaining peace and amity in the country,” he said amid noisy protests in the House. Opposition members shouted slogans and were on their feet in protest against the Supreme Court’s March 20 order diluting certain provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.

Rajnath Singh said the

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government acted swiftly and had already filed a petition in the top court seeking review of its order.

Trinamool Congress’ Kalyan Banerjee countered this, saying the government’s Additional Solicitor General had given his consent to the Supreme Court’s decision of dilution.

Congress leader Jyotiraditya Scindia said the “dilution in the Act has already been done” and the opposition parties “want to discuss it” in the House.

AIADMK members, meanwhile, created further ruckus and gathered near Speaker Sumitra Mahajan’s podium demanding an early constitution of the Cauvery Water Management Board that would oversee

a water sharing arrangement between the Tamil Nadu, Karantaka, Kerala and Puducherry. Scindia also raised the issue of noconfidence motion moved by the opposition against the government.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ananth Kumar said the government was ready for debating the motion and blamed the Congress for creating disruptions. “They are trying to halt the democratic process in the House,” Ananth Kumar said. Speaker Mahajan said she was unable to proceed with the noconfidence motion notice and adjourned the House for the day.

It is the last week of the Budget session that began on January 29 and went on break on February 9. The session resumed on March 5 and is to conclude on April 6.

The post-break part of the session has been completely washed away amid an unending logjam in both Houses of parliament. Important budget bills were passed without debate amid protests.

NEW DELHI, APR 3 (IANS): The national capital on Tuesday sizzled at 38.6 degrees Celsius, five notches above the season’s average, a rise of over two degrees in past 24 hours.

According to weather analysts, the next respite is likely towards Monday (April 9). The minimum temperature on Tuesday was 21.4 degrees, three notches above the season’s average.

“Monday’s minimum temperature is likely to hover around 38 degrees,” an official at India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

While IMD has predicted warmer summers this year, with April, May and June hotter by about one to two degrees, the capital

has already suffered a 40 degrees Celsius in March.

“This is third time mercury has crossed 38 degrees this year,” an IMD official told IANS. On April 3, 2017 the maximum temperature was recorded at 38 degrees Celsius, while in 2016, which is also recorded as warmest year so far, the maximum temperature was 39 degrees.

According to private weather analyst Skymet, a western disturbance is likely towards April 6 and 7, following which April 9 may see a drop in mercury.

“Light rain showers are likely in north-west, central and other regions of country. Delhi may thus see a drop in mercury by Monday next week,” Mahesh Palawt, Skymet Director, told IANS.

KO L K AT A , A P R 3 (IANS): The trial run of the first container train between India and Bangladesh was flagged off on Tuesday.

The inaugural train was loaded with 60 containers, mainly carrying de-oiled cake which serves as a raw material for animal feed. It was flagged off from the terminus of the Container Corporation of India (Concor), near Majherhat station in Kolkata.

It will travel through Naihati, Ranaghat and Gede in India and Darsana and Ishurdi in Bangladesh before reaching Bangabandhu West, about 117 km from the neighbouring country’s capital, Dhaka.

After flagging off the trial run of the container train, the Centre is hopeful of introducing regular container train services between the two countries amid a substantial demand for exporting goods to the neighbouring countries, said an official.

“Once the trial run is successful and if Bangladesh gives its clearances, the container train services will be introduced on a

India to Bangladesh container train loaded with over 1,100 tonnes of animal feed stationed at Concor terminus near Majherhat station before the trail run in Kolkata on Tuesday. (PTI)

regular basis. From our side, we are ready,” Eastern Railway’s General Manager Harindra Rao told reporters here.

The frequency of the train will depend on the demand, he said.

The need for container train services between the two countries had been felt

by Indian exporters with growing bilateral trade and capacity constraints that the sea and land routes were grappling with, Railway officials said.

“There is demand for exporting goods to Bangladesh. Among items steel, cement, machine parts,

food grains and many others are being imported by the neighbouring countries,” Container Corporation of India’s Chairman and Managing Director Kalyana Rama said.

At present, the bilateral trade between India and Bangladesh is largely road-based through the congested Petrapole-Benapole border.

According to some exporters, on an average it takes anywhere close to a month for a truck to reach Bangladesh as it takes nearly 25 days for customs clearance at the border.

Srinagar restrictions continue after SC refuses its order on SC/ST Act, denies any dilution extension of separatist-shutdown

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On Monday, authorities denied any firearm injury to the youth saying that he had hurt himself while being chased by the police in Kangan town on the Srinagar-Leh Highway.

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day. Senior separatist leaders, Syed Ali Geelani and Mirwaiz Umer Farooq have bee n placed under house arrest while Muhammad Yasin Malik has been shifted to the Srinagar Central Jail.

All exams scheduled for Tuesdayhave been postponed by the Kashmir University.

Train ser vices between Baramulla and Bannihal towns have also been.

Meanwhile, tension was high in north Kashmir’s Ganderbal district after a 23-year old youth was admitted to a Srinagar hospital with pellet injuries in his head.

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was no need for the verification of complaint, Justice Goel questioned it. “Why no verification is required ... money (to pay compensation under the Act) is going from public exchequer.”

When the Attorney General argued that there is a tremendous amount of deprivation, discontent and agitation in SC/ST community who had been oppressed for thousands of years, Justice Goel observed, “We are not concerned about what is happening outside this court. Those agitating on streets may not have even read our judgment. Vested interests are also involved some time.

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We are not against the Act at all. But innocents can’t be punished on unilateral version. Why does government want people to be arrested without verification.?” As Venugopal argued why SC/ ST people will implicate anyone, the bench said: “Our approach is to protect innocent people... If there is an unverifiable allegation against an official, how will he function, how AG will function.”

There is abuse of law not just by the SC/ST members, but by police, someone else or by some vested interest or purpose, said amicus curiae Amarendra Sharan.

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JAMMU, APR 3 (IANS): Five soldiers were injured on Tuesday in Pakistani firing on the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, police said. Police said the Pakistan Army started unprovoked shelling and firing targeting Indian positions in Krishna Ghati sector.

“The firing started at 7.30 a.m. The injured, including an officer, were airlifted to an Army hospital in Udhampur town,” a police source said. “Indian troops retaliated effectively and strongly,” the source added. This is third consecutive ceasefire violation in as many days by the Pakistan Army. On Monday, the Pakistan Army resorted to heavy shelling and firing in Rajour district’s Keri area. On Sunday, the ceasefire violation took place in Khari Karmara belt of Poonch district.

protect the SC/STs, Justice Goel said: “We are only giving effect to existing law. It is not a law of arrest that the moment an FIR is lodged, the accused is arrested” and the “procedure established by law should be fair, just and reasonable”.

As Attorney General K.K. Venugopal said that the FIR is subject to preliminary inquiry (PE) and there is no outer limit for the conduct of PE, Justice Goel said that they has not said it in our directions as in “other part of the judgment one week is mentioned” and it can be done in one hour or even less, citing a paragraph in their March 20 judgment.

As Venugopal said that there

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S R I NAG A R , A P R 3 (IANS): Restrictions continued in parts of Srinagar and some other places in the Kashmir Valley on Tuesday after separatists extended their protest shutdown against the killings of four civilians in Shopian district on Sunday. Restrictions will remain in force in seven police station areas of the city and other sensitive areas in south Kashmir to maintain law and order, the police said.

Heavy contingents of police and the paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have been deployed.

Shops, public transport, businesses and educational institutions remained closed in the valley for the second consecutive

“We are not against the law or its implementation” and the directions in no way diluted the law but were aimed to protect the innocent people from being punished.

It describe its direction for preliminary inquiry before an FIR is registered on a complaint as “filter”.

“People who are agitating have not read the order.

There is a lot of hearsay,” observed Justice Goel. The court said that all they have done is to read the Constitution’s Article 21 - guaranteeing protection of life and personal liberty - in the act and that should happen with every statute. Asserting that it has in no way diluted or tinkered with the law to

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An aerial view of Lal Chowk during the third day of strike call given by separatists in three separate encounters in the Valley, in Srinagar on Tuesday. (PTI)

NEW DELHI, APR 3 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Tuesday declined to stay its ruling, which activists say has diluted a law aimed at preventing atrocities on Dalits and tribes, as it asserted that it wanted to protect innocent people from being punished.

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The CAP acts as the guiding light for the tax department to prioritise work in a given fiscal.

According to official data, 17.73 lakh suspicious cases involving Rs 3.68 lakh crore have been identified by the taxman in 23.22 lakh bank accounts post demonetisation.

The I-T department had conducted 900 searches between November 9, 2016, and March 2017, leading to seizure of assets worth Rs 900 crore, including Rs 636 crore in cash.

The searches led to the disclosure of Rs 7,961 crore undisclosed income, according to official data.

During the same period, the department conducted 8,239 survey operations leading to detection of Rs 6,745 crore of black money, the data said.

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Officials said the policy-making body of the department wants to fasten the process of raising tax demands on those who either concealed or generated black money in the wake of the notes ban of November 8, 2016.

The board, a senior official said, issued a Central Action Plan (CAP) for the first quarter of the new financial year yesterday where it asked all tax department offices in the country to finish the exercise by May 31.

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their 5.1%forecast,” it said.

After surging to a concerning 5.2%in December, the headline inflation cooled off to 5.07%in January and further to 4.4%in February.

Other industry chamber Assocham is of the view that the central bank would opt for status quo as the government’s budget announcement to provide farmers 1.5-times of minimum support price (MSP) for their produce may jack up inflation.

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porter banks including Yes Bank, HDFC Bank, Bank of Nova Scotia and Kotak Mahindra Bank gain market share, said three bullion dealers at other Indian banks who asked to remain unidentified because of the sensitivity of the matter.

The RBI will allow 16 banks to import bullion during the 2018/19 financial year, according to the list.

Two other small private sector lenders - Karur Vysya Bank and South Indian Bank - that were on the list last financial year did not make the latest one.

Karur Vysya has not imported gold for the past three financial years, said a senior bank official who asked not to be identified.

A spokesman for South Indian Bank also said the bank has not imported gold since 2014.

MPC to keep policy rates on hold and maintain its neutral stance,” analysts at American brokerage Morgan Stanley said in a note.

Bank of America Merill Lynch (BofAML) also echoed the view, but added that it expects a rate cut in the August review if the monsoon is favourable.

“We expect the RBI MPC to strike a balanced tone on April 5, with March quarter inflation set to average 4.6 per cent, 0.50%below

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MUMBAI, Apr 3 (Agencies): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has dropped Axis Bank from a list of banks it has cleared to import gold and silver in the current financial year that began on April 1, in the latest setback for the country’s third-biggest private sector lender.

It was unclear why Axis, a leading gold importer, was not on the list released on Monday.

A spokesman for the Reserve Bank of India did not have an immediate comment. An Axis Bank spokesman declined to comment.

The removal from the import list is a new blow for Axis, which has faced increased regulatory scrutiny in the last few months because of bad loans.

The move could help other leading bullion im-

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the rise in crude oil prices which temporarily touched USD 70 per barrel. Industry body Ficci has pitched for a benign stance in the monetary policy for strengthening the revival signs in the economy. “Over the last few months, the signs of economic recovery are visible, but there is a need to further push the growth levers to see a complete turnaround in manufacturing and enable investments to reach full scale,” the industry chamber said. According to Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance fund manager Kunal Shah, MPC committee will highlight risks of inflation inching towards 5%mark in 2018-19 specially due to MSP hikes and gradual closing of output gap.

MPC members could take some comfort if monsoon performance is good and prices are seen at moderate levels. “We think MPC will only be able to adopt hawkish stance if inflation surprises towards 5.5%by year end and likelihood of which are minimal today,” he said. “We expect the

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said, although he added 10 trillion rupees would be the upper limit for any such increase.

Including restructured or rolled over loans, all banks in India had a total Rs 9.5 lakh crore of soured loans as of end-December, central bank data shows.

State-run banks’ stressed loan pile was Rs 8.26 lakh crore, or 15.8 per cent of their total loans.

To avert situations like the fraud in state-run Punjab National Bank that stunned the financial sector, the government is asking banks to constantly monitor loans above Rs 250 crore and report at their board meetings every quarter, the official said. The government is also working to ease the country’s fledgling bankruptcy laws to help speed up the resolution process, the official said.

One of the proposals is to allow a resolution process to go ahead if 66 per cent of the creditors vote for it, compared with the current requirement of a minimum of 75 per cent.

New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI): The Reserve Bank is unlikely to yield to the India Inc’s pressure for a benign monetary policy stance by keeping policy rates unchanged in its first monetary policy review of 2018-19 to be announced on Thursday against the backdrop of hardening global crude oil prices. This would also be the first monetary policy announcement after the Budget, which has slightly deviated from the fiscal consolidation roadmap.

The six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), headed by RBI Governor Urjit Patel, is to meet on April 4 and 5.

Pressure has been mounting on the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to cut interest rates in the wake of declining retail inflation and the need to fuel growth momentum. However, the RBI will have to do a tightrope walk as globally interest rates are inching upwards.

Last month, the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point and signalled that it is on track to raise rates two more times in 2018.

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has happened. Clean up on your own,” the official who oversees the state banking sector told Reuters.

“We brought you out of the intensive care unit (ICU). Now, if you again go back to the ICU, and we keep bringing you out, that’s not how it’s done,” said the official, declining to be named.

The government would like to get the total number of state-run banks to down to 12-13 from 21 now through mergers, the official said. He did not give a timeframe for such deals, but expected some bank mergers to happen during the current financial year that began on Sunday. “You either shrink or find some synergy,” the official said.

Recent rule changes by the Reserve Bank of India that did away with existing loan-restructuring schemes and aims to steer more defaulting companies into the bankruptcy courts could mean non-performing loans in state-run banks could rise from nearly 8 trillion rupees now, the official

New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI): Gold rose by Rs 150 to Rs 31,610 per 10 gram at the bullion market Tuesday in step with a firm global trend and increased buying by local jewellers.

Silver followed suit and advanced by Rs 225 to Rs 39,600 per kg, backed by increased offtake by industrial units and coin makers.

Traders said positive global cues where gold rose as dollar weakened against other currencies, raising appeal for the precious metal as a safe haven, kept gold prices higher.

Also, sustained buying by local jewellers at the domestic spot market influenced the sentiment.

Globally, gold rose 1.19 per cent to USD 1,340.80 an ounce and silver by 1.53 per cent to USD 16.60 an ounce in New York in yesterday’s trade.

In the national capital, gold of 99.9 per cent and 99.5 per cent purity advanced by Rs 150 each to Rs 31,610 and Rs 31,460 per 10 gram, respectively.

The precious metal had gained Rs 110 yesterday.

RBI unlikely to cut interest in monetary policy

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NEW DELHI, Apr 3 (Agencies): A massive Rs 2.11 lakh crore bailout package for India’s dominant state-run banks will not happen again and lenders will have to find their own funding by selling non-core assets and merging with each other, a senior government official said on Monday.

Twenty-one banks, majority owned by the government, account for more than two-thirds of the banking assets in Asia’s third-biggest economy. These lenders also account for close to 90 per cent of soured loans in the banking sector.

Last October, the finance ministry announced a state-bank rescue plan worth Rs 2.11 lakh crore - about Rs 91,000 crore of which it is in the process of injecting as a first tranche - to help banks set aside enough for their bad loans and boost credit growth in an economy where banks are the main source of funding.

“My message is no more recapitalization.

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Saudi Prince says Israel has ‘right’ to homeland

opened its airspace for the first time to a commercial flight to Israel last month, a hugely symbolic move that was greeted with much cheer in the Jewish state after a decades-long ban.

King Salman reiterated his support for the Palestinians in a phone conversation on Monday night with President Donald Trump, in rare comments made by the ageing monarch.

The king also emphasised the need to advance the peace process, speaking after Israeli security forces killed 16 Palestinians last week during a demonstration along the Israel-Gaza border.

The Trump administration has pinned its hopes on Saudi Arabia as a key interlocutor in the peace talks between the Israelis and the Palestinians.

While Riyadh does not officially acknowledge Israel’s existence, it has in the past talked about recognising Israel in the context of a two-state solution with the Palestinians.

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Protest after Israel’s U-turn on migrant deal Jerusalem, Apr 3 ( I A N S / Ag e n c i e s ) : Scores of African asylum seekers and supporters gathered outside the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday to protest against his decision to scrap a deal with the UN on their resettlement. Netanyahu announced on Monday that he was suspending an agreement made with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees that would have prevented the deportation of hundreds of thousands of African migrants from Israel, just hours after announcing the deal at a press conference, Efe news reported.

Under the plan, made with the UN Refugee Agency, Israel was to send at least 16,250 African migrants to Canada, Italy and Germany. Another 16,000 would have been resettled in Israel. There are approximately 37,000 illegal immigrants in Israel, the majority from Eritrea or Sudan, according to the Population and Immigration Authority.

The agreement with the UNHCR had been an attempt to address criticism of an even earlier plan, in

UN urges Israel to ‘reconsider’

The United Nations on Tuesday urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “reconsider” his decision to scrap an agreement on resettling thousands of African migrants following tough domestic criticism. “UNHCR notes the announcement of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu that he has cancelled the Israel-UNHCR agreement of April 2 on solutions for Eritreans and Sudanese living in Israel,” a spokesman for the UN agency, William Spindler, told AFP in an email.

“We continue to believe in the need for a winwin agreement that can benefit Israel, the international community and people needing asylum and we hope that Israel will reconsider its decision soon,” he said.

Hours after announcing the agreement himself in a televised address on Monday afternoon, Netanyahu changed course, suspending it, and on Tuesday he cancelled it after facing pressure from his right-wing base. “Every year I make thousands of decisions benefiting the

State of Israel and Israeli citizens. Occasionally a decision is reached that has to be reconsidered,” he said Tuesday at a meeting with anti-migrant activists from south Tel Aviv, where many of the migrants reside.

As the meeting began, Education Minister Naftali Bennett, who leads the rightwing Jewish Home party, tweeted that the temporary halt was not enough.

“The agreement with the United Nations to absorb the infiltrators is bad for Israel,” he said. “It is not enough to freeze it. I call on the prime minister to cancel it entirely.”

Israel’s earlier deportation policy, which offered each migrant $3,500 and a plane ticket, had been condemned by Israeli activists and the United Nations as chaotic, poorly executed, and unsafe. Asylum seekers previously deported to Uganda and Rwanda have told The Times of Israel they faced serious danger and even imprisonment after arriving in Africa without proper documents. The Supreme Court froze the deportations in mid-March in response to a petition.

Washington, Apr 3 (Agencies): Saudi Arabia’s crown prince has said Israelis have a right to a homeland alongside Palestinians, in a sign the kingdom was open to the possibility of normalising ties.

Mohammed bin Salman, the 32-year-old heir to the Saudi throne, said the Jewish people were entitled to live peacefully on their own land when asked if he believes they have a right to a nation-state.

“I believe the Palestinians and the Israelis have the right to have their own land,” he said. “But we have to have a peace agreement to assure the stability for everyone and to have normal relations.”

Saudi Arabia - birthplace of Islam and home to its holiest shrines - does not recognise Israel. It has maintained for years that establishing any diplomatic relations hinges on Israeli withdrawal from Arab lands captured in the 1967 Middle East war, territory Palestin-

ians seek for a future state.

The crown prince also said that while the ultraconservative country has “religious concerns” about the holy mosque in Jerusalem and the rights of Palestinians, it has no objection “against any other people”.

“There are a lot of interests we share with Israel and if there is peace, there would be a lot of interest between Israel and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries”, Prince Mohammed told The Atlantic magazine in an interview as he tours the US. Saudi Arabia

Israel vows tough response to Gaza protests

Facebook hate speech spiked in US designates Saeed’s MML as terrorist outfit Myanmar during Rohingya crisis

Nay Pyi Taw, Apr 3 (IANS): Hate speech spiked on Facebook at the start of the Rohingya crisis in Myanmar last year, analysis revealed on Tuesday, with experts blaming the social media giant for creating “chaos” in the country.

Evidence of the spike emerged after Facebook was accused of playing a key role in the spread of hate speech in Myanmar at a time when 650,000 Rohingya refugees were forced to flee to Bangladesh following persecution, reports the Guardian.

Digital researcher and analyst Raymond Serrato examined about 15,000 Facebook posts from supporters of the hardline nationalist Ma Ba Tha group.

Ready to fight trade war till the end: China to US

Hafiz Muhammad Saeed istration as a political party after the interior ministry objected to its ties to banned militant outfits.

The State Department said the move was aimed at denying the LeT the resources it needs to plan and carry out further terrorist attacks.

“Both MML and TAJK are LeT fronts created to circumvent the sanctions against it (LeT)...Today’s amendments take aim at

27th Anniversary Celebration Theme: “Resilience for Sustaining Excellence” Date : 06/04/2018 Time : 10:00 A.M Venue : Council Hall, Mon Town

Chief Guest : Shri. Neiphiu Rio Hon’ble Chief Minister of Nagaland Order of the programme : Chairperson : Shri. AtongYanlem 1.

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Invocation Prayer Welcome Address Special Song Short Speeches

5. Speech 6. Vote of Thanks 7. Closing Prayer Lunch

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Smti. Tuishimla Konyak Shri. K. Wango Langsym, President, KGOU Eastory Project

Shri. Thavaseelan. K. (IAS), DC Mon Shri. M. C Konyak, 1st General Secy., KGOU Er. Sao Sangtam, President, ENGOA Shri. S. Manlip Konyak, President, KU Chief Guest Shri. T. Manhom Konyak, Chairman Planning Committee Rev. L. Metjen Konyak, Finance Secy. KBBB.

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LeT’s efforts to circumvent sanctions and deceive the public about its true character,” said Nathan A Sales, coordinator for counterterrorism at the Department of State.

“Make no mistake: whatever LeT chooses to call itself, it remains a violent terrorist group. The US supports all efforts to ensure that LeT does not have a political voice until it gives up violence as a tool of influence,” Sales said.

Among other consequences of the designations, LeT’s property and interests in property subject to US jurisdiction are blocked, and US persons are generally prohibited from engaging in any transactions with the group.

“LeT continues to operate freely within Pakistan, holding public rallies, raising funds, and plotting and training for terrorist attacks,” the State Depart-

ment said.

The LeT was designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT) group on December 26, 2001. Its leader, Saeed, is also designated as an SDGT. To avoid sanctions, LeT has repeatedly changed its name over the years, the State Department alleged.

In January 2017, LeT began operating under the name TAJK. Under this name, the LeT has engaged in inciting terrorism, as well as recruiting and fundraising.

In August 2017, Saeed created the MML to serve as a political front for the group.

“LeT members make up MML’s leadership and the so-called party openly displays Saeed’s likeness in its election banners and literature,” the State Department said.

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for negotiations remains open”.

“We hope we can resolve the difference in trade ties with US through negotiations,” he said, adding that any negotiations and dialogue should follow international laws and trading rules “instead of domestic laws of the US”.

The talks should be conducted on equal basis not on a “condescending and arrogant way”, he said.

The talks also should demonstrate mutual consultation instead of asking “one side to do in a certain thing”, he said adding that US should heed to the call of its business community and people and abandon protectionist measures.

China’s Customs Tariff Commission has increased the tariff rate on eight imported US products, including pork, by 25 per cent and a new 15 per cent tariff on 120 imported US commodities, including fruits.

China is keeping the big-ticket items like soybeans, sorghum and Boeing airplanes for heavy tariffs to counter Trump’s heavy tariffs on Chinese products to reduce about USD 375 billion trade deficit between the two countries.

WASHINGTON, Apr 3 (PTI): In a major move ahead of the general elections in Pakistan, the US on Monday designated Milli Muslim League (MML), the political front of Hafiz Saeed-led Jamaat-ud Dawa, as a foreign terrorist organization.

In a simultaneous move, seven members of MML central leadership body have been designated as foreign terrorist. The US also added Tehreek-e-Azadi-e-Kashmir (TAJK) to the list of terrorist groups.

TAJK is said to be a front of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), which according to the Trump administration, continues to operate freely inside Pakistan.

The move comes a day after the Election Commission of Pakistan asked the MML to produce a clearance certificate by the interior ministry for its registration as a political party.

The election commission had earlier rejected the MML’s application for reg-

torship. Many of those seeking refuge made their way to Israel. But in 2013, Israel completed a fence running the length of the Sinai border, halting the flow of illegal migrants. At its highest point, there were some 65,000 illegal immigrants in Israel. Over the past decade, the Population and Immigration Authority said it received 54,600 requests for asylum.

Only 33 were accepted while tens of thousands remain mired in the bureaucratic process, though Israeli leaders say they added staff to clear the

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Beijing, Apr 3 (PTI): China today said that its door for talks with the Trump administration is open but if there is a trade war it will “fight till the end”, a day after Beijing imposed tariffs on 128 American products as a retaliation against US duties on steel and aluminium.

China yesterday imposed tariffs on 128 US imports worth USD 3 billion, including meat, fruit and pork, as retaliation against taxes approved

by US President Donald Trump on imported steel and aluminium.

Referring to escalating trade dispute between the world’s two biggest economies, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang during a media briefing here said, “China is not willing to have a trade war with anyone. But at the same time, we are also not afraid of a trade war. If anyone wants to trigger or pick up a fight we will fight to the end.”

“We have every capacity and confidence to take all necessary measures to defend our legitimate rights and interests. The US wrote out its list we will do the same,” he said.

However, he pointed out that China has been stressing that “the door

The earliest posts dated from June 2016 and spiked on August 24 and 27, 2017, when ARSA Rohingya militants attacked government forces, prompting the security forces to launch the “clearance operation” that sent thousands of Rohingya pouring over the border.

Serrato’s analysis showed that activity within the anti-Rohingya group, which has 55,000 members, exploded with posts registering a 200 per cent increase in interactions.

“Facebook definitely helped certain elements of society to determine the narrative of the conflict in Myanmar,” Serrato told the Guardian.

“Although Facebook had been used in the past to spread hate speech and misinformation, it took on greater potency after the attacks.”

The development comes as Facebook is currently facing the heat over the leak of personal and other data of some 50 million users to political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica. Among Myanmar’s 53 million residents, less than 1 per cent had internet access in 2014.

By 2016, the country appeared to have more Facebook users than any other south Asian country.

Now, more than 14 million of its citizens use Facebook.

which migrants would be offered $3,500 and an airplane ticket to leave for a sub-Saharan African country. Uganda and Rwanda were widely reported by the Israeli media as potential host countries, CNN reported.

That plan was successfully challenged by human rights groups in Israel’s High Court on March 15, where a temporary order blocked its implementation.

Many of the migrants from Sudan fled war and poverty. In Eritrea, they escaped a brutal dicta-

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GAZA CITY (Gaza Strip), Apr 3 (Agencies): Israel’s defense minister said Tuesday that the military will not change its tough response to Hamas-led mass protests near Gaza’s border with Israel, warning that those who approach the border will endanger their lives.

Avigdor Lieberman spoke near Gaza, where 18 Palestinians were killed by Israeli fire Friday, the first day of what Hamas says will be six weeks of intermittent border protests against a stifling border blockade of the territory. Lieberman’s comments raised the possibility of more bloodshed this Friday, when another large mass protest is expected.

Also on Tuesday, the international group Human Rights Watch accused Lieberman and other senior Israeli officials of unlawfully calling for the use of live fire against Palestinian protesters who posed no imminent threat to life.

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African asylum seekers set up a mock slave auction as part of a protest against their deportation outside the Ministry of Defense in Tel Aviv, on Tuesday.

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CIH Medziphema, KVK Tsg conduct various programmes

DIMAPUR: CIH Medziphema conducted exposure visit-cum-training for farmers of Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya and Nagaland, while KVK Tuensang also conducted training for farmers of nine villages under Tuensang district.

An exposure visitcum-training on “production technology & processing of aloe vera” was organized by Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH),

DAC &FW, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India, Medziphema, Nagaland for the farmers of Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh at Manesh Agro Engineering & Technology, Kotputli, Jaipur, Rajasthan from March 25 to 27.

A press release from CIH, Medziphema, stated that the exposure trip was organized as a part of capacity building to enhance skills for income genera-

tion, to improve livelihood through horticulture sector.

Resource person Kailash Choudhary delivered on the concept of organic farming and improved production technology of aloe vera. Further, cost benefit ratio, and hands on demonstration on preparation of soap making, juice were carried out

by Mahesh Jat. Various value added products from aloe vera, bael and amla

Farmers and CIH officials at the training programme. were shown. Field visit was made on cultivation of aloe vera, followed with a visit to Jaipur city. Altogether, 20 farmers along with 1 CIH official attended the training programme. Certificates were given to all the participants.

Tuensang district: A three-day farmers training on “focused horticulture crops of Tuensang district” was conducted for nine villages under Tuensang district, Nagaland spon-

sored by Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH), Medziphema, in collaboration with Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Tuensang, and Eleutheros Christian Society (ECS), Tuensang, on March 26 to 28, at Longpang.

The inaugural session was graced by deputy commissioner (Horticulture) and director i/c, Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH), DAC & FW, Ministry of Agriculture, GOI,

Medziphema, Nagaland Dr. N. K. Patle, as the chief guest. He also had an open discussion with the participants where various prevailing problems of horticultural crops were addressed emphasising on the declining citrus orchards in the region, for which the senior scientist & head, KVK, Tuensang has been asked to initiate a pilot project in collaboration with CIH, Medziphema, to revive the orange or-

Trainings for PLs & PLVs in Zunheboto, Tuensang and Peren

public on schemes under the postal department such as basic deposit accounts which can be opened with the minimum of Rs. 100, SSA (Sukanya Samriddhi Account) for the girl child below 10 years of age with a policy term of 21 years and, Senior Citizen Saving Scheme (SCSS) for people who were 60 years and above for a 5 year policy term.

PDLSA: Peren District Legal Services Authority (PDLSA) conducted a training program-cum-orientation program for panel lawyers (PL) and para-legal volunteers (PLVs) at Peren

on March 24.

A press release by Nagaland State Legal Services Authority (NSLSA), Kohima, public relation assistant stated that legal aid counsels-cum-trainer NSLSA, Limathung speaking on the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 said that no person should drive a motor vehicle in a public place without an effective driving license issued by the licensing authority. The punishment could attract simple imprisonment up to three months or fine of Rs. 500 or both. He said that under the Act using mobile phones while driving a ve-

hicle could attract fine of Rs. 100 for the first offence and Rs. 300 for the second or subsequent offences.

Limathung also spoke on filing FIR, RTI, victim compensation scheme and Motor Accident Claims Tribunal. Resource person, Tongpang, master trainer NSLSA also spoke on consumer rights, disability schemes and the village council act. Akumla, master trainer also gave orientation to the PLs and PLVs on the forthcoming mega camp to be held in collaboration with the labor department and other departments.

TDLSA officials briefing the participants.

DIMAPUR: Zunheboto District Legal Services Authority (ZDLSA), Tuensang District Legal Services Authority (TDLSA) and Peren District Legal Services Authority (PDLSA) under Nagaland State Legal Services Authority (NSLSA) organised a one-day training for panel lawyers (PL) and paralegal volunteers (PLVs) in their respective districts on March 27.

ZDLSA: ZDLSA organised a training programme at District Court C o m p l ex , Z u n h e b o t o wherein district & sessions judge and chairman ZDLSA, Niechochiyi Suyie, exhorted the PLs and PLVs to carry forward the objective of legal services to the grass root levels.

The resource person, JMFC and secretary of ZDLSA, Atoka Achumi, highlighted the roles and responsibilities of panel K Y M C

lawyers. Resource person, panel lawyer ZDLSA, Easter H. Yepthomi, spoke on the duties and responsibilities of para legal volunteers.

The programme was chaired by retainer lawyer ZDLSA, Tovi Z. Yeptho and was attended by PLs and PLVs from all the legal aid centres under Zunheboto district.

TDLSA: TDLSA organised a training programme at Navinn conference Hall, Tuensang wherein chairperson PLV, Hongsayemjong gave the training introduction and also welcomed the new principal district & sessions judge and chairman TDLSA, Victo Sema.

Victo Sema refreshed the PLVs with some Do’s and Don’ts in performing their duties and encouraged them to work whole heartedly. He also briefly highlighted some impor-

tant tips to be kept in mind while filing an FIR. CJM & secretary TDLSA, N. Kano, spoke on the role of the PLVs in dealing with the domestic and child labour related issues.

M a s t e r t r a i n e r, NSLSA, Cheliam Khiamniungan, gave a power point presentation on implementation of NALSA schemes. Explaining the basic features of RTI, she said that it was a tool to participate in development by seeking information on all subjects that is of public importance.

Speaking on the eligibility criteria and benefits that could be availed through various welfare schemes, master trainer, NSLSA, Yimtsusangla Chang, informed the trainees about various schemes.

She also encouraged the PLVs to sensitized the

on a field visit to affected areas and hands on demonstration on the application of Bordeaux paste and construction of low cost shed net house and bed preparation for sowing of Naga king chilli seeds was also demonstrated.

Certificates were presented to all the participants along with planting materials. The programme was coordinated by KVK, Tuensang SMS (Horticulture), Dr. Shisarenla Aier.

news in Brief NSF 3rd federal assembly: Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) assembly secretariat has convened the 3rd federal assembly for the tenure 2017-19 on April 5, 10 a.m at Mokokchung village hosted by AKM. All the federating units, sub-ordinate bodies and senior leaders of NSF have been requested to attend the assembly positively.

LKD meeting: The Lizumi Kuqhakulu Dimapur (LKD) has convened a meeting on April 7, 3 p.m at its banker’s residence (Er. Hokiye Zhimo, Thilixu Village). LKD executives and all concerned have been informed to attend the meeting positively.

New commissioner & secretary takes charge: Anenla S. Longchari has taken over the charge of the office of commissioner & secretary to the government of Nagaland with effect from January 1. All official correspondences may henceforth be addressed to her as: S. Longchari, commissioner & secretary to the govt, of Nagaland, Youth Resources & Sports Department, Nagaland Civil Secretariat, Kohima 797004.

Wokha DPDB meeting: The monthly DPDB meeting for Wokha would be held on April 11. All bonafide members have been requested to attend the meeting positively.

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PDLSA officials and the PLs and PLVs.

ZDLSA officials along with PLs and PLVs.

chards.

During the technical sessions, resources persons were ACTO (Agronomy), Tokiho Achumi, ACTO (soil conservation), Imtilemla, SMS (Horticulture) Dr. Shisarenla Aier, farm manager Yanger Kichu, KVK, Tuensang programme assistant Seveto Nyekha and CIH, Medziphema, Nagaland assistant horticulture specialist LichamoYanthan.

Participants also went

St. Peter’s Church Longsa Parish, Wokha thanked the almighty God for the gift of Late Rishemo Leonard Patton, Ex. Catechist to the Lothas especially to the Longsa Village.

He was popularly known as “Sir Catechist” and as a servant of God; he offered his life for the spiritual well being and welfare of his flock. He spread the message of the kingdom of God in Longsa village and throughout Lotha areas.

From the year 1977 till 2007, He nurtured the church and the then Don Bosco School, Longsa now known as St. Peter’s School and Late Rishemo Leonard Patton 1942-2018 brought about educational revolution in the village. His conventional way of educating the young enthusiastic though raw students was well benefited by all.

The village especially the Catholic Community of Longsa have grown into a full fledged Parish today and it was due to the untiring efforts of the pioneers such as late. R. Leonard Patton, the Longsa catholic community has grown and reached thus far.

The Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Rhanben Mathew, the Catechist Thungdemo Timothy Ezung along with the faithful of St. Peter’s Church, Longsa extends our heartfelt and sincere condolence to the bereaved family members of Late. R. Leonard Patton and pray that God grant solace at these times of grief.

The Community further implores God to reward him and grant rest to his soul in eternity.

ETERNAL REST GRANT UNDO HIM LORD, MAY HE REST IN PEACE AMEN

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Farmers from Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved”

Romans 10: 13

In loving memory of our beloved patriarch Late Imnaonen Jamir, who passed from this life unto heaven on 4th April 2017. A loving father, a spiritual leader, a great provider, a friend and a confidant to us all - you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

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Loving family.

We convey our heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to all those who supported us spiritually, physically, emotionally and financially at the sudden and untimely demise of our beloved, Mother and wife, Lt. Mrs ESTHER SHERPA GURUNG who left us on Dated 23.03.2018 at Alempang Ward Mokokchung LT. Mrs ESTHER SHERPA GURUNG for her eternal abode.

BORN ON 18.04.1981 We owe our special thanks DIED ON 23.03.2018 to : 1. Gorkha/Nepali Baptist Church, MON, MOKOKCHUNG, TIZIT, TULI, CHANGTONGYA, TUENSANG, CHUMUKEDIMA, DUNCAN, GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH MOKOKCHUNG, ALEMPANG BAPTIST AROGO. 2. Mr & Mrs Akangzulu Pongen (Mongsenyimti Village).

3. AGBCN Staffs, AGBCN affiliated Churches.

4. Pastor’s union MON, MOKOKCHUNG. 5. Friends & Neighbours from MON Town & Arkong Ward.

6. Friends & Neighbours from Alempang ward & Old water Pump.

7. CTC BD Graduates 0f 2008.

8. All members of Gorkha Baptist Churches MON Town.

9. Gorkha union Mokokchung.

10. Friends & well wishers from Dimapur, Kohima & other states.

We deeply regret our in ability to thank each and every one of you personally, yet it is our sincere prayer that our Heavenly Father will bless you all in returns.

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HC allows Jaitley-Kejriwal to close defamation cases

Arun Jaitley and Arvind Kejriwal. (File photo)

NEW DELHI, APR 3 (IANS): The Delhi High Court on Tuesday accepted a joint application by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley seeking to withdraw two civil defamation cases.

A city court also allowed their application to close another criminal defamation case.

The application was moved in the high court after Kejriwal apologised to Jaitley and his family members for accusing the Minister of corruption during his 13year stint at the Delhi and

District Cricket Association (DDCA).

Four other Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders -- Sanjay Singh, Ashutosh, Deepak Bajpai and Raghav Chadha -- also apologised to Jaitley.

Justice Rajiv Sahai Endlaw allowed the joint application of Jaitley, Kejriwal and four other AAP leaders observing that they have settled the issues among them.

However, Jaitley’s counsel told the court that the sixth accused “Kumar Vishwas had not tendered any apology till now and

he will pursue the matter against him”.

The court said it will continue hearing the matter against Vishwas and listed it for April 26 for further hearing.

In his letter, Kejriwal said his allegations were based on information and papers furnished by certain individuals who represented to have first-hand insight into the DDCA’s affairs but had “recently discovered that the information and the imputations contained therein are unfounded and unwarranted and I was clearly misinformed into

making these allegations”.

Jaitley had asked for Rs 10 crore in damages.

The BJP leader had filed a second civil defamation case last year after Kejriwal’s then lawyer Ram Jethmalani used a slur while cross-examining him and said the term had been authorised by his client.

Kejriwal said he did not approve of Jethmalani’s “disparaging and malicious” remarks against Jaitley.

Earlier on Tuesday, another bench of Justice Manmohan allowed the application filed by Jaitley and Kejriwal. Both of them said the issues has been settled among them.

The joint application read: “Kejriwal and others have individually tendered an unqualified apology to the plaintiff (Jaitley).

“Each of the defendants (AAP leaders) have unequivocally withdrawn all the allegations made by him in print, electronic or social media against the complainant (Jaitley) and his family members.

“The complainant (Jaitley) has accepted the apology.”

Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Samar Vishal also allowed the pleas seeking to close the criminal defamation case.

India a ‘safe’ tourist destination; travel advisories biased: Tourism Minister

NEW DELHI, APRIL 3 (IANS): International travel advisories against India are “hugely biased” and “uncalled for” because crime and violent incidents in the country are only “few and far between”, says Union Tourism Minister K.J. Alphons.

In an interview with IANS at his office, the minister asserted India was a “perfectly safe” tourist destination for foreigners and the government was making efforts to get negative advisories against the country removed.

“Most of these advisories are hugely biased. I don’t want to use the word racially biased. Like the advisory for Assam is still on Level 2. Why? Such advisories are completely uncalled for,” he said.

Alphons said the External Affairs Ministry had been taking up the issue

with various countries and of course Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s global diplomacy was the “best message” that painted India as a safe place.

“You know incidents are deplorable but they are so few and far between.

The issue is that the (foreign) media is hugely biased (against India).”

The remarks came against the backdrop of the US and other western countries repeatedly asking their citizens to exercise caution in their travels India due to reported incidents of crime and violence.

The US in January reviewed its advisories placing India on Level 2 and suggesting increased caution. Canada also issued its updated travel advisory on March 21 asking citizens to “exercise a high degree of caution in India due to a continuing threat of terror-

Cauvery issue: AIADMK hunger strike underway across TN

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Edapadi K Palaniswami, Deputy Chief Minister O Paneerselvam, Fisheries Minister D. Jayakumar and others during the AIADMK’s day-long fast on the Cauvery issue in Chennai on Tuesday. (PTI)

CHENNAI, APR 3 (IANS): A one-day hunger strike called by Tamil Nadu’s ruling AIADMK was underway across the state on Tuesday in protest against the Central government’s failure to set up the Cauvery Management Board (CMB) despite a Supreme Court order.

Chief Minister K.Palaniswami and Deputy Chief Minister O.Panneerselvam participated in the strike here, while in districts, the protest was led by other ministers and party leaders.

The protest that began at 8 a.m., will conclude at 5 p.m. The rival DMK and its allies, who have also called for a shut down strike on

Thursday, continued their protests by blocking suburban trains. Some of the protesters were taken into custody, the police said.

Abiding to a call by the traders association, several shops across the state were closed. The top court in its February 16 verdict had reduced the Tamil Nadu’s share of Cauvery water from 177.25 thousand million cubic feet (TMC), which was less than 192 TMC allocated by a tribunal in 2007.

On the other hand, Karnataka’s share of water was increased by 14.75 TMC. The Centre has failed to set up the CMB within six weeks of the apex court’s February 16 order.

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ist attacks throughout the country at all times”.

The UK in its February 21, 2018, dated advisory suggested a high degree of caution as “terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in India” and asked the British to “be vigilant” in the wake of “an increased threat to places visited by British nationals such as religious sites, markets, festival venues and beaches”.

Alphons sad India has established itself as “a perfect destination, a perfectly safe destination” and despite these advisories the country hosted 10.2 million foreign tourists in 2017, which is an increase of 15.8 per cent from the previous year.

The receipts of these foreign tourists was $27 billion - an increase of 20.2 per cent in terms of revenue.

SSC cheating racket: Crime Branch arrests 4

NEW DELHI, APR 2 (PTI): Four people were arrested by the Delhi Police’s Crime Branch for their alleged involvement in the SSC cheating racket that was busted last week in Timarpur by a joint team of Uttar Pradesh STF and Delhi Police, the police said today.

The four arrested are - Anup, Neeraj, Kushal Negi and Dured Ali, police said.

Police said that they provided internet connectivity to the candidates who were appearing for the exam, downloaded window sharing application and shared the password and helped the candidates in cheating, the police said.

Police claimed that Ali was the owner of the lab where the examination had happened and the two labs which aided in the cheating are located in Patparganj and Badarpur.

Four other men were arrested last week in connection with the racket and the case was transferred to Crime Branch from the north district police.

Reposing faith on Amit Shah slams Congress, PCI disturbing: EGI says BJP stands with Dalits NEW DELHI, APR 3 (AGENCIES): Editors Guild of India (EGI) said it strongly condemned the arbitrary manner contemplated by the Union Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Ministry ostensibly to penalise any journalist or media organisation publishing fake news.

By notifying that the I&B Ministry will initiate such proceedings, EGI said the Government was arrogating for itself the role of policing the media. It would have opened the door for frivolous complaints to harass journalists and organisations to fall in line.

The Guild acknowledged the intervention of the Prime Minister’s Office to withdraw the I & B Ministry’s notification.

However, EGI said it remained deeply disturbed that faith continues to be reposed on the Press Council of India (PCI) to deliver justice on such issues.

It said the recent reconstitution of the PCI has been done in a manner that gives rise to doubts over the independence of the institution and its ability to play neutral umpire. The Guild’s nominees to the Council were disallowed on technical grounds.

Also, the recent reconstitution of the Central Press Accreditation Committee has raised questions over the non-transparent processes being followed by the I&B Ministry as the Guild’s application was ignored.

BJP MP part of PCI: Press Council of India, which has limited powers, was reconstituted by the government on March 16. Among the members nominated by the Lok Sabha Speaker is Pratap Simha, a BJP parliamentarian who strongly defended Karnataka-based editor Mahesh Hegde, who was arrested for fake news last week.

Mahesh Hedge, the founder-editor of Postcard News, was arrested in Karnataka for falsely reporting the injuries of a Jain monk and calling it an attack by a Muslim man. The monk was, however, injured in a road accident. Pratap Simha was among the BJP parliamentarians who tweeted in Mahesh Hegde’s support.

NEW DELHI, APR 3 (IANS): BJP President Amit Shah on Tuesday lashed out at the Congress and other opposition parties over their allegations of weakening the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Bill and assured that the Union government will protect every right of the Dalit community.

In a series of tweets, the BJP chief also said that the government would protect every right of the Dalits and continue to fulfil their aspirations.

“Right from the day the Honourable Supreme Court gave a judgment on SC/ST Atrocities Act, central government acted in an immediate and informed manner...,” Shah said. He said that at every juncture and in all possible ways, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would stand shoulder to shoulder with the community.

“Modi government’s commitment to fulfilling Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s vision is unwavering.

All the efforts of the government are aimed at transforming the lives of Dalits. “We will continue our efforts to make our Dalit sisters and brothers the makers of New India. We will fulfil their aspirations and dreams.

Jai Bhim! Jai Hind!” he said.

Hitting out at Congress President Rahul Gandhi for his DNA jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shah reminded him about how the grand old party ignored Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar.

“The Congress, which is mocking the DNA of Prime Minister Modi is the same party which defeated Dr. Ambedkar not once but twice. Made flimsy excuses to ensure his portrait was not placed in Central Hall. Denied him a Bharat

Ratna. India has seen through their negative politics!” he said.

Shah lashed out at the political parties indulging in Dalit politics and sought their apology for the alleged sufferings of the community.

“Due to the politically driven manifestations of a microscopic minority of dejected and rejected political parties, crores of innocent people suffered. These parties owe our Dalit sisters and brothers an apology for their misdeeds,” he said. Rahul Gandhi had on Monday slammed the BJP over the Dalit issues, saying those challenging the system that keeps their caste at the lowest were hit by violence.

“It is in the DNA of the RSS/ BJP, to keep Dalits at the lowest notch in Indian society. Those who challenge this thinking are hit by violence,” he tweeted.

Defending the government’s move, Shah said that through the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Bill, 2015, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government had actually strengthened the provisions of the Act. “This was done in line with our commitment to the welfare of SC and ST communities,” he said.

He also accused both the opposition parties and vested interest groups of spreading panic about reservations among the Dalit community before every election.

“The script is now old before every election, the same vested interest groups start spreading panic about reservations. BJP’s stand is clear, which I am once again stating - we fully believe in the Constitution given by Babasaheb and the rights it has given to SC/ST communities,” Shah said.

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SC slams Centre over illegal constructions

NEW DELHI, APRIL 3 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Tuesday came down heavily on the Central government for extending protection to unauthorised constructions, saying it cannot regularise something which is illegal.

A bench of Justice Madan B. Lokur and Justice Deepak Gupta asked the Central government about its plan for unauthorised construction for commercial activities, while observing that those who have committed illegalities cannot be protected just because they have invested money.

“You (the gover nment) cannot regularise something which is totally not in accordance with law.

You can regularise those which are in accordance with law,” it said after the government said it has been planning to regularise the unauthorised colonies.

It also said the government was legalising the illegalities perpetuated so far by protecting illegal construction and slammed it for protecting the traders holding the 186 lakh people of Delhi to ransom by their

agitation against the sealing drive.

“Illegalities have been perpetuated and are now being legalised... this is destruction.

“These people (traders) are saying that we have done something illegal, but please protect us. Dharnas by the traders are admission of their guilt. Innocent people do not go on dharnas... What can be more arbitrary than this.”

“You (Centre) have to realise that people of Delhi are important, whether you are the Delhi Development Authority, the government, the municipal corporation or any other agency,” the court said.

The court also asked the government about its plan regarding rampant encroachment in the city and in the unauthorised colonies. There were no green areas, sewage, drainage facilities, parking and the innocent citizens were suffering due to all this, it said. “There will be eight to 10 lakh traders in Delhi and to protect them you are holding 186 lakh people to ransom. It cannot be done.

“At Ghazipur and

Bhalswa, you have garbage pile up of 60 metres. You have water shortage, huge traffic problem, pollution.

Pavements are encroached upon, roads have become parking space... That’s the hard reality,” said the court.

Stressing that the government has not done anything for the past 10 years to deal with the situation, the court asked it to send a tough message.

“The culture and heritage will go. Nothing will be left for the future if this is not done,” the court said.

During the hearing, Additional Solicitor General A.N.S. Nadkrani, appearing for the Central government, said that as per 2012 figure, there were around 895 unauthorised colonies having built up area of more than 50 per cent.

The bench was hearing pleas relating to the validity of Delhi Laws (Special Provisions) Act, 2006 and subsequent legislations, which protect unauthorised construction from being sealed in Delhi.

Pune kid trapped in abandoned car dies of heat PUNE, APRIL 3 (IANS): In a shocking incident, a five-year-old boy who got accidentally trapped in an abandoned car on Pune’s outskirts was found dead of suffocation and burns late on Monday, police said on Tuesday.

According to police officer Pratima Navale, the body of Karan Pandey was found in Chakan after a hectic six-hour search by his family.

Around noon, Karan had gone out to play with friends in the neighbourhood. Apparently unable to bear the scorching heat, he had taken refuge inside the left-away vehicle parked in an open area near the Bajaj Company.

The boy had burns on his neck, face and head from the metal parts which heated up in the high day temperatures witnessed in Pune since the past one week.

“As per available details, the car accidentally got locked and the boy could not get out. He remained trapped inside for nearly six hours before his body was found. We have registered an accidental death case and investigating,” Navale said.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 2018

PDA committed to improving citizens’ quality of life: Rio (From p-1) The chief minister asked AHoDs and HoDs to set a target for their respective departments. He also urged all government servants to link their service with AADHAR cards to do away with ghost employees or double or triple employees.

On removing VIP culture, Rio expressed happiness that elected representatives and government officials, including the church and civil society organisations, were cooperating with the government in this regard.

Mentioning that road was the face of a State, the chief minister said Rs 50 crore had been sanctioned for immediate repair of roads in Kohima and Dimapur. Asking the department concerned to do quality work, he said any citizen could file a complaint or report if the works were not up to

mark. He said there was a proposal to build a special road from Secretariat to Assembly Road and work would commence soon.

He also assured monitoring the ongoing fourlaning works between Kohima and Dimapur.

Stating that a technical committee and a high level committee headed by the chief minister himself had been constituted set up to ensure timely completion of ongoing big projects, Rio announced annual assessment of every department whereby each department would be assessed for performance.

The chief minister further declared that a common minimum programme of the PDA would be released very soon.

Referring to issues like Investment & Developmental Board, public grievances cell, economy, women issues, etc, he said more emphasis would be

laid on sports to engage more youth in the field.

He further announced that to recognise legendary sportsperson Dr T Ao a foundation stone would be laid in Dimapur by early April.

Rio declared that candidates who qualified in written exam of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) would be provided professional coaching, adding that excursion tours to New Delhi would also be organised for selected students every year.

He said families of students studying outside the State would be provided Rs 5 lakh in the event of their death.

Rio infor med the meeting that Kohima would get a short runway under the Regional Connectivity scheme of National Civil Aviation Policy. He said an Australian company would provide an aircraft to the

government and build a short runaway free of cost as part of its corporate social responsibility.

He added that the government was considering building short runways in all districts of the State too.

Stating that town bus service would be started between Chumukedima and Dimapur, the chief minister asked departments executing projects in ENPO area to highlight them so that the departmental activities were known to the people.

Deputy chief minister Y Patton, who also addressed the meeting, congratulated Rio on been elected to the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly and hoped that under his dynamic guidance and experience leadership “our State will witness change and progress”. This was stated in a DIPR press release.

NSSATA appeals for inclusion into state non-plan (From p-1) Claiming that there were posts of graduate teachers and primary teachers lying vacant, the NSSATA urged the state government to withhold all appointments of teachers until its demand was met.

Further, the association warned the state government that it would not remain as mute spectator if any such appointments were to take place. It instead urged the state government to accommodate the SSA Teachers (2010 & 2013 batch) in the vacant posts.

Pioneering businessman and philanthropist Y Ao passes away (From p-1) Tongpang: PWD minister, Tongpang Ozüküm, expressed deep shock over the demise of late Yashitsungba Ao and said his death was not only an irreparable loss to the family members but also to the whole Ao community in particular and Nagas as a whole. In a condolence message, Ozüküm described late Yashitsungba as an honest, polite and upright man who stood for the welfare of the people.

PWD minster conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members at this moment of grief and sorrow. He also prayed that Almighty God give strength and courage to the bereaved family members to overcome this tragic loss.

NDPP: Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) has extended sincere condolences on the demise of late Yashitsungba Aier and stated that his demise was a great loss for Naga society and the vacuum created by his passing away would be impossible to fill.

In a condolence message, NDPP president, Chingwang Konyak, said late

Yashitsungba was a Philanthropist who rose from a humble background, yet his love and compassion for humanity was so immense that the Zion Hospital and Eden Medical Centre in Dimapur was the living example which were developed under his sponsorship.

“His personality, wisdom and guidance will be greatly missed by one and all,” Konyak said.

Further, all rank and file of the NDPP have extended deepest condolences to the bereaved family and pray that God grant them strength and solace to overcome the grievous loss.

NPCC: Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) mourning the death of late Yashitsüngba Ao, said that he was an honest contractor who also contributed immensely towards the uplift of Naga society through numerous philanthropic responsibilities he shouldered till the very end.

In a condolence message, NPCC president, K Therie, said late Yashitsüngba also made massive contributions to the health, welfare and future of the people of not only Nagaland but also

Violence in Rajasthan city; Dalit leaders’ houses torched

JAIPUR, APR 3 (IANS): Clashes broke out in Hindaun city in Rajasthan’s Kairali district after a protest on Tuesday, demanding action against those involved in looting and vandalism during the Bharat Bandh called on Monday by Dalit groups against dilution of SC/ST Act, turned violent, police said.

Curfew has been imposed in the city and over 40 people arrested, a police officer said.

According to police sources, people came out on to the streets on Tuesday to protest against the violence on Monday and demanded immediate arrest of the culprits. The mob torched the house of Dalit leaders including BJP legislator Rajkumari Jatav and former minister Bharosilal Jatav of the Congress.

Police sources also said that when police took out a flag march on Tuesday morning, some miscreants engaged in violence and clashed with the security personnel.

W h e n eve n f o r c e did not work, police fired tear gas shells - some of

which fell on a government school, leading to chaos in which around a dozen schoolchildren were injured, officials said.

Superintendent of Police Anil Kayal said that curfew will continue in the town till Wednesday morning and 45 people have been arrested. Situation is under control and police are continuously reviewing the situation, he added.

Meanwhile, state police chief O.O. Galhotra said that except in Hindaun, normalcy returned to Rajasthan on Tuesday.

He told the media that a total of 23 companies of police have been deployed in different towns and flag marches are being carried out in the most-affected areas.

A total of 172 cases have been registered against miscreants for damaging public property, engaging in violence, looting and other such crimes.

Over 1,000 people have been booked from different parts of the state and the hunt is on to trace others involved in the violence which erupted on Monday.

of the neighbouring states in establishing Zion Hospital and Research Centre and the much long felt need of the region - Eden Medical Centre, bringing quality healthcare while making it more affordable for patients.

NPCC president said that late Yashitsüngba’s demise has created a vacuum that cannot be filled and he would be remembered as a strong role model. Therie also stated Yashitsüngba’s contributions to Naga society and the people of the state would continue to be remembered for generations to come.

Meanwhile, all rank and file of the NPCC have expressed condolences to the bereaved family members. They prayed that the Almighty God comfort and console them all through this most difficult time of grief and that His Grace shine upon them all.

CNTC: Central Nagaland Tribes Council (CNTC) said it was deeply saddened by the demise of Yashitsungba, a true philanthropist who dedicated all his life, energy and resources in the service of his fellowmen.

CNTC through its media cell stated that the services he rendered towards the people were truly outstanding and noteworthy, which the people of Nagaland would always fondly cherish in their memories.

In his demise, CNTC said Nagas have lost a one noble soul and fatherly figure which has left a vacuum and would be very hard to fill. CNTC also expressed its deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayed that Almighty grant solace to them in this hour of grief.

ASUD: Ao Students’ Union Dimapur (ASUD) has mourned the demise of Yashitsungba Aier of Sungratsu village, who was one of the most notable personalities among the Aos and a veteran in the field of business.

In a condolence message, ASUD president, Lanutoshi Aier, said late Yashitsungba, a philanthropist by nature, was credited for the establishment of institutions like the Eden Medical Centre in Dimapur. ASUD also said that he was a compassionate soul who never hesitated to offer his services for the

AFFIDAVIT

I Ms. Lephroyini Rajina, daughter of Alen Rajina resident of H/no. 299, D Khel, Tenyiphe-I Village, Dimapur : Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows: 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the aforementioned address.

2. That out of ignorance my name has been inadvertently recorded as Liphroyini in my Bank Account bearing A/c No. 34836529408 of SBl Diphupar branch. Whereas, my name has been recorded as Lephroyini Rajina in my all my official documents including my Aadhaar Card bearing Aadhaar No. 9502 8891 3941.

3. That the variations such as Liphroyini @ Lephroyini Rajina are synonymous and indistinguishable and pertains to the name of the one and the same person i.e. me.

4. That this Affidavit shall be produced as a piece of documentary proof and evidence as and when required before any competent authority/ies to declare that Liphroyini @ Lephroyini Rajina are synonymous and indistinguishable and pertains to the name of the one and the same person and further to correct and rectify my name in my Bank account to as Lephroyini Rajina before the concerned authority.

Deponent Solemnly affirmed and sworn before me.

Notary Public Regd. No. 562/18, Date : 27/03/2018 DP-2672

IN THE COURT OF Shri. S. Hukato Swu, Principal Judge FAMILY COURT Dimapur : Nagaland

Guardianship Petition No. 04/2018

NOTICE (See 10 of Guardianship & Ward Act.)

Whereas an application under the Guardianship & Ward Act has been filed

by Smti. Shigholi Sumi, R/o P. Vihoto Village, Niuland for appointment of Guardian in respect of minor (s) Maste, Kivito Sumi before this Court and whereas the 23rd day of April 2018 has been fixed for the hearing on the matter.

Notice is hereby given inviting objection if any from the person having interest in the above named minor (s) to be furnished on or before the fixed date/ or appear in person.

Given under my hand and seal of the Court on this 23rd day of March 2018 Judge DP-2694

AFFIDAVIT

I Smti. Limakumla Pongen, wife of Dr. B. M. Sunep, resident of H/no. 727, Hill View Colony, DC Court Area, Dimapur : Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as follows: 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the aforementioned address.

2. That I am the holder/bearer of the Indian Passport bearing Passport No. H0845507, wherein my name has been recorded as Limala Sunep.

3. That my name has been recorded as Limakumla Pongen in my all my official documents including my Aadhaar Card bearing Aadhaar No. 5510 3807 6624.

4. That the variations such as Limala Sunep @ Limakumla Pongen are synonymous and indistinguishable and pertains to the name of the one and the same person i.e. me.

5. That this Affidavit shall be produced as a piece of documentary proof and evidence as and when required before any competent authority/ies to declare that Limala Sunep @ Limakumla Pongen are synonymous and indistinguishable and pertains to the name of the one and the same person and further to correct and rectify my name in my Indian Passport to as Limakumla Pongen before the concerned authority.

Deponent Solemnly affirmed and sworn before me.

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good of all and contributed much to society through his great wealth of wisdom and experience.

At his passing away, ASUD said “we have lost a visionary leader and towering figure who was an inspiration to many, both young and old alike.”

Further, ASUD prayed for the departed soul and sought heavenly peace and comfort for the family members and relatives whom he leaves behind.

NCSU: Nagaland Contractors’ & Suppliers’ Union (NCSU) Head Office Kohima has expressed deep shock over the demise of late Yashitsüngba Aier, founding member and an advisor of the union.

In a condolence message, NCSU president, Pele Khezhie, and secretary, Imsunok Jamir, said late Yashitsüngba was born and brought up from a poor family and as a young dynamic and visionary boy, he started his business from a very humble beginning at his native village. Later on, NCSU said he become one of the most prominent and successful contractors in Nagaland.

In his death, NCSU said they have lost a philanthropic person from the society and the vacuum created by his death can never be filled. However, they said the legacy he left behind would remain.

The union stated that his good deeds for the needy people and his immense contribution for the Naga society were engraved for the generations to come.

Further, NCSU conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members at this hour of grief and prayed that Almighty God grant solace and comfort.

N G RC - 1 C U : N a galand Government Registered Class-1 Contractors’ Union (NGRC-1CU) has expressed shock at the untimely demise of Yashitsungba Ao, who was one of the founding members and advisors of the union.

In a condolence message, NGRC-1CU president, Seyiekuolie, and vice president, S. Bendang Jamir, described him as a sincere and hardworking contractor, a strong and self-made man.

NGRC-1CU stated that Yashitsungba contributed so much to the Nagas

in general and the union in particular. It said that he has also contributed immensely in health sector by investing so much of his wealth and resources in bringing out a private hospital in Dimapur. His services to the union and Nagas would be remembered by one and all, it added.

NGRC-1CU also said his demise was a great loss to the union and has created a huge vacuum that would be hard to fill.

Further, the union conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.

NMDA: Nagaland Medicine Dealers Association (NMDA) has expressed deep shock over the demise of Yashitsungba, a renowned and respected owner of Zion Hospital of Dimapur.

In a condolence message, NMDA honorary gen-

eral secretary, Ashok Kr. Singhal, described Yashitsungba as a hardworking person and dedicated towards his service to the general and needy public of Nagaland.

Extending condolences to the bereaved family members, NMDA prayed to Almighty God to give them enough strength to bear this moment of grief. NMDA also prayed that the departed soul rest in peace.

NPF Minority Wing: Naga People’s Front (NPF) minority wing central has mourned the death Yashitsungba, one of the pioneer businessman, a philanthropist and prominent senior citizen of Dimapur, on April 3. 2018.

In a condolence message, NPF minority wing central also extended deepest condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed for departed soul to rest in peace.

AFFIDAVIT l, Smti. Tangpe Phom, D/o Sh‘ri Hongba, aged about 56 years, R/O‘H.No 17, Sakshi Village, in the district of Longleng, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm on oath and state as hereunder : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a permanent resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That my name appears as TANGPE PHOM in servicebook, aadhaar, DOB, PRC and all other necessary official documents. And whereas my name has been recorded as H.PHULEI PHOM in the State bank of lndia bearing A/c 32516712585. LONGLENG BRANCH. 3. That the above mentioned names, TANGPE PHOM and H. PHULEI PHOM are in respect of mine.

4. That this affidavit is made to declare having two names entered differently in my official documents and bank account.

5. That henceforth I shall be known and addressed by TANGPE PHOM for all intents and purposes whatsoever.

6. That the averments made in paras 1 to 5 are true to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing material has been concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly sworn and signed before me on this the 3td day of April, 2018.

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DECLARATION OF ACTUAL NAME I, Shri. KIYESHE H. S/O HEWOTO SUMI permanent resident of SUKOMI VILLAGE and presently residing at SOUTH POINT (EAST) COLONY, DIST. ZUNHEBOTO, NAGALAND, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as fellows.

1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India, resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That my actual name is KIYESHE H. which is recorded in my Educational documents and Service Book, but due to the ignorance my name is inadvertently recorded as KIYESHE JIMO in my AADHAAR CARD bearing no. 3974 4747 3556, KIYESHE H. SEMA in my PAN Card bearing No. FRHPS6231J, KIYESHE H. ZHIMO in my SBI passbook bearing A/C No. 31473484094, H. KIYESHE ZHIMO in my service Appointment Order.

3. That the above mentioned names KIYESHE H, KIYESHE JIMO, KIYESHE H. SEMA, KIYESHE H. ZHIMO & H. KIYESHE ZHIMO are one and same person which is referred to me.

4. That, from the date of this declaration, I shall use my name as KIYESHE H. for all official purpose and legal proceedings and at all times and occasions.

5. That the statement made in para 1-4 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge belief and nothing material is concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly affirm and declared before me by the deponent on this 20th day of March 2018 at Zunheboto : Nagaland.

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2. That, my full correct & official name is "Y. Nyangpong Konyak", which is entered and recorded in my academic certificates and official records.

3. That, due to inadvertence my name is entered and recorded as "N. Ngangpong" in my appointment order and as "Nyangpong Konyak" in my service book.

4. That, "Y. Nyangpong Konyak", "N. Ngangpong" and "Nyangpong Konyak" are the names of one and same person, i.e., my name only.

5. That, I have sworn this affidavit to declare my correct official name as "Y. Nyangpong Konyak" and I shall use the same in all my future official correspondence and records and further to rectify the same in my service records accordingly.

6. That, the statements made above from para 1 to 5 of this affidavit is made by me which is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, belief and nothing is concealed therein.

And I have signed this affidavit on this 03rd day of April '2018 at Dimapur, Nagaland.

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ISIS claims killing of Christian family in Pakistan

US mulls changes to Syria policy

‘Black Tuesday’: French rail workers on 3 month strikes

Paris, Apr 3 (Agencies): French rail workers have launched three months of rolling train strikes in what threatens to become the largest and most chaotic industrial action against Emmanuel Macron’s drive to overhaul state transport and liberalise the economy.

Called “Black Tuesday” in the media, the opening day of train strikes was expected to cause disruption for France’s 4.5 million rail passengers as almost half of all train staff and more than 75% of drivers walked out.

Only one regional train in five and one high-speed TGV train out of eight was running. Commuter lines into Paris were severely affected, and international train services were cut, with no trains between France, Switzerland, Italy and Spain and three out of four trains running on the Eurostar service connecting to London.

Stoppages are planned across the country’s rail network for two days out of every five until 28 June.

Unions are protesting against the centrist French president’s plan to push

A man walks along the empty platform at the Gare du Nord station in Paris, Tuesday. (AP/PTI)

gues that France’s heavily in debt state railway company, the SNCF, has to be made more efficient before local and national passenger services open up to competition in coming years under EU rules.

The government intends to cut rail workers’ special employment rights, so that new hires would not have jobs for life or spe-

cial retirement provisions.

But there are also plans to change the SNCF structure, turning it into a publicly listed company.

Unions and politicians on the left fear that even if the state owned 100% of shares, transforming the rail operator into a publicly listed company could lead to privatisation. The government denies this is its goal.

Khaleda Zia undergoing treatment for chronic diseases inside prison: Report

Oil spill: Indonesian declares state of emergency

report said.

“We have also recommended some tests for her.

The prison authorities will have them conducted. We have also advised her to do physical exercise. Although she is sick, her condition is not critical,” Shahinas said.

“She (Khaleda) told us that she has been experiencing pain on her neck, limbs and waist,” said the doctor.

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan said that Zia is “physically sound” in jail but she has been suffering from some chronic diseases, Daily Star reported.

“Khaleda Zia is in jail as per directives by the court. She is getting all the facilities according to the jail code,” the minister said.

J AKAR T A , Ap r 3 (Agencies): Indonesia has declared a state of emergency around a port on Borneo island, officials said on Tuesday, after a large oil spill and fire killed four people at the weekend.

Disaster mitigation officials were able to control the blaze in the port city of Balikpapan but were still working to contain the spill, which started on Saturday and spread over an area of around 12 square km (4.5 square miles).

“We have warned the public not to carry out activities that could spark fires,” Suryanto, head of the city’s environmental agency, said.

Dhaka, Apr 3 (PTI): Bangladesh’s former prime minister Khaleda Zia, serving a five-year sentence in a corruption case, has been undergoing treatment for chronic diseases inside jail, according to a media report.

Zia, 72, was sentenced in February by the Special Court-5 in Dhaka in connection with the embezzlement of 21million takas (USD 252,000) in foreign donations meant for the Zia Orphanage Trust.

She is currently serving the sentence at the central jail. After she fell sick last Thursday, the government had formed a four-member medical team comprising four professors of Dhaka

Chemical weapons watchdog to meet on poisoned ex-spy M OSCO W, Ap r 3 (Agencies): The global chemical weapons watchdog agency has said it will meet Wednesday to discuss Britain’s U.S.-backed allegation that Russia is responsible for the poisoning of a former double agent in England. Russia requested the meeting and has demanded an “unbiased investigation” by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW).

In a statement released Tuesday, the OPCW confirmed that its Executive Council had received the request from the Russian representative to the group and that, “the confidential meeting will start at 10.00 am (0400 Eastern) at the OPCW’s headquarters in The Hague,” reported CBS News.

The announcement came a day after Russia’s foreign minister accused Britain and the United States of spreading “lies and disinformation” about the poisoning of ex-spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter in the English city of Salisbury on March 4. Skripal remains hospitalized in critical condition, but his daughter Yulia has improved and is said to be speaking, though she remains hospitalized.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Monday that that East-West tensions were worse now than during the Cold War.

through sweeping changes to the vast state rail system.

The rail sector is traditionally one of France’s riskiest political issues; a battleground on which Macron is refusing to budge in order to prove that he can face down strikes and continue with a liberalising overhaul of other sectors.

The government ar-

Khaleda Zia Medical College Hospital, Dhaka Tribune reported.

M Shamsuzzaman Shahinas, who is heading the team, yesterday said that they have added several more medicines alongside the ones Zia currently takes for her ailments, the

Islamabad, Apr 3 (IANS): Four members of a Pakistani Christian family were shot dead in Quetta city in an attack claimed by the Islamic State (IS) militant group. On Monday night, armed men intercepted the vehicle carrying the family and opened fire, Quetta Police spokesperson Mohamed Ramzan said on Tuesday. They fled on a motorcycle after the attack, Dawn online reported.

The militant group in a press statement said that a “covert unit” of IS militants “managed to target a number of the combatant Christians”.

The statement added that the militants “shot them with a pistol, which resulted in the killing of four of them”. The attack came a day after Pakistani Christians, a mere two per cent of the country’s population, had celebrated Easter Sunday. Attacks against Christians are frequent in Pakistan. In December 2017, a week before Christmas, two IS suicide bombers had stormed into a packed church in Quetta and killed 10 and wounded 44 people.

In March 2016, the Taliban targeted Christians celebrating Easter in a park in Lahore killing 71 people.

role and pick up a bigger portion of the bill in Syria.

European countries admit that they have to do more to help out in Syria, as displaced Syrians will in many cases wind up as refugees in Europe.

Countries involved in the global coalition to defeat ISIS in Syria and Iraq have said they are not expecting a quick and dramatic U.S. exit. But they are wary of the Trump administration’s sudden decision to halt support for stabilization efforts.

These U.S. efforts, led by the State Department and USAID, are focused on the essentials in the war-ravaged lands: removing landmines, supporting the opening of hospitals and schools, enabling the flow of water and turning on electricity.

O ve r t h e l a s t s i x months, the U.S. sent additional diplomats to Syria to work with partners on the ground to facilitate these programs, though the U.S. diplomatic presence in the country remains at under a dozen people. State Department officials explained that Acting Secretary of State John Sullivan would attend the meeting on Tuesday in an attempt to protect the stabilization efforts and renew funding.

State Department officials know that Trump is more likely to listen to Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis than other officials in the room. So before Tuesday’s meeting, the diplomats reminded the Defense Department that stabilization efforts also include programs like clearing out IEDs. Their argument was simple: those programs don’t just make it possible for Syrians to return home -- they also protect U.S. forces on the ground from deadly explosions.

The State Department was shocked by the administration’s decision to halt the stabilization funding. Some officials were told that the pause came after Trump read news articles about the U.S. role in Syria.

“I cannot picture that within six months that U.S. will be out of Syria.

At least not responsibly,” said a U.S. government official. “More Syrians will die if the U.S leaves,” said another official.

Yet with the ouster of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and the imminent departure of National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster, there are fewer voices calling for the U.S. to remain committed to Syria.

Booker prize slammed for changing author’s nationality London, Apr 3 (IANS): The Man Booker Prize has been criticised after changing a nominee’s nationality from Taiwan to “Taiwan, China” after Beijing exerted pressure on the organisers of the literary prize, the media reported on Tuesday.

Wu Ming-Yi was put on the long list for the Man Booker international prize this month and posted the news on his Facebook page, the Guardian reported.

His nominated novel,

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Washington, Apr 3 (Agencies): President Trump’s declaration last week that the U.S. will get out of Syria “soon” came just a day before the administration halted $200 million in U.S.-led reconstruction efforts. The pair of announcements set off alarm bells within the U.S. government and among allies who are worried Washington’s commitment to Syria may be wavering.

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, said on “Fox News Sunday” this weekend that pulling out of Syria would be the “single worst decision” that Mr. Trump could make. European government officials agreed.

“This is not the moment to give up on Syria,” explained one European government official. “After Mosul, some said it is all over for ISIS. Well, no it is not. If you were to walk away now, we think there is a real risk that things could go back over time to how they were. You can’t do this work from afar.”

A lot depends on a White House meeting on Tuesday, which will take a close look at the Trump administration’s Syria policy.

Mr. Trump wants other countries, such as Saudi Arabia, to play a greater

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“The Stolen Bicycle”, follows a bicycle restorer in search of his father and who, in the course of restoring antique bicycles, retraces the history of modern Taiwan.

H ow v we r, h i s n a tionality, as described on Man Booker’s website, was changed in line with Beijing’s stance that the selfgoverned island almost 320 km east of mainland China is part of China.

Wu wrote on his Facebook page that his new listed

nationality did not reflect his “personal position on this issue” and said he would be making his views known to Man Booker.

Soon Man Booker’s Facebook page was filled with criticism and one-star reviews, the Guardian reported.

Man Booker said on Tuesday it was “seeking clarification” from the UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office on the country’s official position on Taiwan.

The awards organiser said it had received earlier advice that “Taiwan, China, was the correct, politically neutral form”, according to the spokesperson Truda Spruyt.

Spruyt confirmed that the awards organiser had received complaints from the Chinese embassy.

Over the past year, China has ramped up pressure on foreign companies that describe Taiwan as a country.

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Channing Tatum, Jenna Richa Chadha preps for ‘Section 375’ The 1975’s UK comeback tour to Dewan split after nine yrs A be “the biggest live spectacle” M ore details have been teased about the return of The 1975 – with their manager telling fans that their next shows will be in the UK and they’ll be “the biggest live spectacle in the world”.

The band have spent much of the last year or so at work on their hotly-anticipated third album ‘Music For Cars’. Matty Healy and co released second record ‘I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful yet So Unaware of It’ in 2016. It was named as NME‘s best record of that year.

Now, having recently told fans to expect tour news in the summer, the band’s manager Jamie Oborne has revealed that the band’s first shows for their third record will be in the UK. Known for their ambitious stage production, he added that they’ll be avoiding “surprise” and “pop-up” shows in order to put on “the biggest live spectacle in the world”.

Fans recently grew excited about the prospect of the band’s imminent return – assuming that the band deleted black and white studio photographs meant that an announcement around ‘Music For Cars’ would be following soon.

Explaining the title, Healy previously told NME: “‘Music For Cars’ was an EP named for our love for Brian Eno. We’re using it as the album title now because of how meta and self-referential every-

A thing has become in the world of The 1975, and ‘Music For Cars’ was always my favourite title of everything we’d ever done, so it kinda made sense to wrap it up that way.”

Healy recently revealed that the new songs he’s written for the album are ‘as good as anything on the previous album’ along with ‘lots of ambient and classical tracks’.

“If you look at third albums, ‘OK Computer’ or ‘The Queen Is Dead’, that’s what we need to do,” he said. “I want a legacy. I want people to look back and think our records were the most important pop records that a band put out in this decade.”

(NME)

‘Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran’ to now release on May 4

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ohn Abraham-starrer “Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran” will now release on May 4 instead of Friday after its co-producers JA Entertainment and KriArj Entertainment ended up in a lockdown. Its director Abhishek Sharma is happy as the movie’s release now coincides with the same month as the Pokhran tests 20 years ago.

John’s banner on Monday announced the termination of a contract with KriArj Entertainment for “Parmanu - The Story Of Pokhran”, which has been delayed since last year.

Sharma said in a statement: “Much in line with India’s journey to becoming a nuclear power, our film’s journey to its release has also had its own ups and downs! However, it is perhaps a befitting tribute to the true heroes of our nuclear programme -- our army and our scientists, that ‘Parmanu’ is releasing in the same month as we are celebrating 20 years of Operation Shakti - India’s nuclear test explosions in Pokhran in May 1998.

“We are extremely proud of the film and what it stands for and can’t wait to take it to our audience on May 4, 2018.”

“Parmanu- The Story of Pokhran” is an ode to the Indian army and scientists, who although ordinary people, accomplished truly extraordinary feats in the face of adversity. It salutes, celebrates and truly embraces the slogan- Jai Jawan Jai Vigyan. While the premise of the film is based on true events, the characters are fictitious.

The film also features Diana Penty and Boman Irani.

JA Entertainment terminated the agreement with KriArj Entertainment after claiming that the latter committed “material breaches”.

They cited that delay in payments/non-payments have caused delays in the post-production work after the film’s principal shoot was completed on time and on schedule last year.

They were also unhappy that despite repeated follow-ups, KriArj Entertainment had not shared the distribution plan for the film.

On its part, KriArj Entertainment has dismissed the allegations as “false and frivolous”, and lashed out at JA Entertainment’s “unethical fashion” in dealing with the film.

(IANS)

ctor Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan, who have been married for nine years, announced their split in a joint statement on Tuesday.

They have “lovingly chosen to separate as a couple”, read a statement issued to people.com.

“Hey world! So... We have something we would like to share. First off, it feels odd that we have to share this kind of thing with everyone, but it’s a consequence of the lives we’ve chosen to lead, which we also happen to be deeply grateful for. We fell deeply in love so many years ago and have had a magical journey together.

“Absolutely nothing has changed about how much we love one another, but love is a beautiful adventure that is taking us on different paths for now. There are no secrets nor salacious events at the root of our decision - just two best-friends realising it’s time to take some space and help each other live the most joyous, fulfilled lives as possible,” the statement read.

The actors, both 37, have one daughter, Everly, who will turn 5 in May. They first met on the set of their 2006 movie “Step Up” and began dating shortly after before walking down the aisle in 2009.

(IANS)

ctress Richa Chadha has started prepping for her upcoming film “Section 375”, a courtroom drama. She is even looking forward to attending some hearings.

“I admire lawyers like Gloria Allred and Karuna Nandy who stand up for what they believe in and fight the right good fight with facts, not emotions. I will make sure I study every aspect of the theme in this film and give it my best. Attending hearings will happen soon too,” Richa said in a statement.

Richa will play a lawyer alongside Akshaye Khanna in “Section 375”.

M.S. Dhoni a leader, inspiration for life: Arjun Kapoor Actor Arjun Kapoor has praised cricket star Mahendra Singh Dhoni, saying he is a leader who has taken Indian cricket to another level in terms of mentality, physicality and consistency.

Ar jun on Tuesday morning re-tweeted a photograph of Dhoni along with President Ram Nath Kovind. “ Fo r m e t h e m a n

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ctor Ajay Devgn celebrated his bir thday here with his family and close friends.

Ajay turned 49 on Monday and posted a photograph of himself along with his actress-wife Kajol and children Nysa and Yug, his “Taarzan: The Wonder Car” coactor Vatsal Sheth and his wife Ishita Dutta.

“Fêtes d’anniversaire à Paris. (Birthday parties in Paris),” Ajay captioned the image.

On the acting front, Ajay, who was recently seen in “Raid”, has three films in his kitty-- “Taanaji - The Unsung Warrior”, “Total Dhamaal” and a yet-untitled romanticcomedy film, which also features Rakul Preet Singh and Tabu.

In “Taanaji - The Unsung Warrior”, he will essay the title role of Subedar Taanaji Malusare -- a military leader in the army of Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire in 17th century India.

(IANS)

was greeted with cheers as he returned to the stage in his native New York on Saturday (31Mar18), days after his arrest on suspicion of domestic violence.

The Into You hitmaker, real name John Jackson, is facing thirddegree charges of aggravated assault and making terroristic threats after an alleged incident with his longtime girlfriend, Love & Hip Hop reality star Emily B, last week.

He surrendered to local police in Englewood, New Jersey in the early hours of 28 March (18), and was subsequently released with desk tickets to appear in court at a later date.

Fa b o l o u s h e a d e d back to work over the weekend, joining fellow hip-hop star Lil’ Kim onstage during her gig at Terminal 5 in Manhattan, where he received a big show of support from members of the audience.

He made no direct mention of his legal troubles, but expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome as he closed his set, telling fans, “I came out tonight for y’all. I made sure I had to be here tonight for y’all… in New York City.

“Thank y’all for the love and support…”

His live appearance took place hours after video footage emerged on TMZ.com, showing Fab-

olousapparently threatening Emily B, the mother of his two kids, and her father outside the couple’s Englewood home.

In the clip, the MC is shown verbally attacking Emily’s dad, shouting, “Never come around me ever again… Get the f**k away from me… My f**king bullet got your name on it.”

He is also featured lunging at Emily as she attempts to film the angry altercation as one of his entourage members holds him back, but Fabolous’ lawyer has dismissed the footage, claiming the video isn’t proof of any crime.

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ctor Matt Damon received an unwanted surprise in Australia on Sunday (01Apr18) after he was pelted with bird droppings during a beach day with Chris Hemsworth.

The two pals were hanging out in Byron Bay, where the ~IAvengers~I star lives with his family, when Mattwas hit by passing birds.

Photos obtained by TMZ.com show the Jason Bourne action man’s grey Tshirt covered with multiple white stains on the front and back, although Matt appeared to see the funny side of the incident as he was pictured with an amused look on his face.

(Hollywood.com)

THANKSGIVING PROGRAMME

signer Amsale Aberra, who created wedding gowns for actresses like Halle Berry, Heidi Klum, Salma Hayek, Vivica Fox, Gayle King and Bethenny Frankel, died on Tuesday.

She was 64. Aberra had launched her namesake Amsale business in 1985 and opened a Madison Avenue flagship boutique in 1997.

She died due to uterine cancer, according to a representative of the brand, reports hollywoodreporter.com.

The 64-year-old designer, also designed fitness and wellness expert Hilaria Baldwin’s champagne-hued wedding gown for her June 2012 marriage to actor Alec Baldwin, and also dressed Jessica Alba in a bridesmaid’s dress to a friend’s wedding in 2013. Amsale gowns have also been famously featured on the silver screen and television.

Kate Hudson donned a

$12,500 beaded, drop-waist wedding gown by Aberra in “Something Borrowed”, while Julia Roberts wore an ivory satin, off-the-shoulder gown with a train by her in the 1999 film “Runaway Bride”.

A channel also purchased a $6,600 strapless Amsale wedding dress for Sandra Oh’s character, Cristina, to wear in the final episode of the hit sitcom “Grey’s Anatomy”. The designer’s bridal gowns were also featured in the films like “27 Dresses”, “When In Rome” and “The Hangover”, and on TV shows like “Private Practice” and “Brothers & Sisters”.

(IANS)

Thanksgiving Programme of

Shri. Y. Patton

Hon'ble Deputy Chief Minister and Minister In-charge for Home & National Highways Government of Nagaland

Date : 6th April 2018 Time : 10:00 AM Place : Residence of Y. Patton, N.S.T Colony, Wokha

26TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY MR & MRS KENEILHOULIE METHA

RACHÜ YOUTH ORGANISATION

Comperes : Mr. James Tungoe & Mrs. Mhonbeni Jungio

R. KHEL, VISWEMA, KOHIMA, NAGALAND

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Kaviho Chophy Aboto President, BKK Gen. Secy., BKK

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With immense joy and pride, we, the Rachü Youth Organisation would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Er. Zale Neikha, s/o Late Pusazo Neikha on being elected to the 13th Nagaland Legislative Assembly from 15th Southern Angami II A/C from NDPP ticket. RYO also wishes you and prays that Almighty God bless you with sound health and wisdom. The Organisation looks forward for your able and dynamic leadership in uplifting the people of the constituency in particular and the state of Nagaland in general.

Rachü Youth Organisation also take this opportunity in extending its heartfelt gratitude to Shri Neiphiu Rio, Hon’ble Chief Minister for appointing Er.Zale Neikha as Advisor, Department of Youth Resources and Sports and Chairman, District Planning and Development Board, Kohima.

(Kediho Pusa) (Keringol Rhütso) President, RYO General Secretary, RYO

The Baimho Kiphimi Kuqhakulu, with immense pride and gratitude would like to extend our heartiest compliments to Akakau, Ato Yepthomi, president NPP (Nagaland) on being appointed as Chairman Nagaland Hotels Ltd. (NHL).

May God continue to bless and lead your in all yours future endeavours.

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I’m realising it and smiling.

Gratitude is all I have Abhishek Chaubey. Thanks a lot my man! Cheers to ‘Son Chiriya’,” Sushant tweeted.

Chaubey has earlier helmed “Udta Punjab”, “Dedh Ishqiya” and “Ishqiya”.

“Son Chiriya” revolves around Chambal dacoits and is set in the 1970s. This will be the first time Sushant and Bhumi Pednekar will be seen starring together.

Other details about the film’s release have not been shared yet.

Vikram Bhatt casts Nia Sharma in his next Filmmaker Vikram Bhatt has roped in actress Nia Sharma for his next feature film.

(IANS)

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that genuinely took Indian cricket to another level in terms of mentality, physicality, attitude, consistency.

M.S. Dhoni a leader and inspiration for life,” Arjun tweeted.

President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday presented Padma Awards to 43 persons, including Dhoni in a ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Abhishek Chaubey taught Sushant to perform better Actor Sushant Singh Rajput says his “Son Chiriya” director Abhishek Chaubey taught him to perform better.

“While I was trying to do what you hired me to do, You also taught me how to do it better. And now

SHRI. NEIPHIU RIO HON’BLE CHIEF MINISTER OF NAGALAND Venue : Chiephobozou Ground Date : 5th April 2018 Time : 10:00 AM Orgd. By: 11th Northern Angami –II A/C NDPP Party

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With great respect and gigantic pride we congratulate Dr. Chumbeni Ngullie, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Y. Zibenthung Ngullie of Pangti Village for qualifying All India NEET PG 2018 and on getting a PG seat in Pathology at Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi. Kaka, your amazing perseverance, dedication, simplicity, and your trust in God has at last paid off. We are so proud of you for reaching the sky heights. May you continue to soar high like an eagle (Isaish 40:31).

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SA win Test series 3-1 vs Australia

South Africa’s Vernon Philander celebrates the dismissal of Pat Cummins for just one run on the fifth day.

Johannesburg, Apr 3 (IANS): South Africa rode on paceman Vernon Philander’s sensational spell (6/21) to thrash Australia by 492 runs in the final Test and clinch the four-match series 3-1 at the Wanderers Stadium here on Tuesday.

This is the Protea’s first Test series win at home over Australia since 1970.

Many were wondering

U-23 interdist cricket tournament Dimapur, Apr 3 (NPN): The Under-23 I nte r-Distric t C ric ket Tournament, organised by Nagaland Cricket Association (NCA), will be held from April 10 at Nagaland Cricket Stadium, Sovima, Dimapur.

Therefore, all district cricket associations have been informed to confirm their participation and send the team list by April 6 to the NCA. Participating players should be born after 1-9-1995 and should produce a copy of birth certificate, Aadhaar and matric admit card along with the players list.

The probables of Nagaland U23 team will also be selected from the upcoming tournament, informed the association.

whether Morne Morkel would produce an outstanding swansong on his final day as a South Africa Test cricketer, but he was robbed of the limelight by his fellow quick Philander.

Australia’s day got off to a horrid start and never looked to improve. Philander was on the money on the first ball of the day as Shaun Marsh clipped an inside-edge onto his pad,

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which gifted a simple catch to gully. His second scalp was his 200th Test wicket as Mitchell Marsh departed for nought. Philander had set the tone. From thereon, Australia could only delay the inevitable and they barely did that. The next delivery dropped just short of third slip.

Neutral supporters were denied the chance to see Morkel, who took 2/18

on day four, first up, as Kagiso Rabada also found his lines straight away. There can’t have been too many supporters outside of Australia, who didn’t want to see the towering quick go out with a bang.

Having batted Australia out of the game, South Africa had robbed Australia of any hope on day four, setting a mountainous target of 612 after finally declaring on 344/6 in their second innings.

Skipper Faf du Plessis had soldiered on through a nasty finger injury to notch a hundred on day four, to guide the hosts to a commanding position.

The South Africa captain conceded that he also needed to manage his fast bowlers, some of whom were carrying knocks, including the mighty Philander who was struggling with a groin injury.

South Africa chose to add further bruises to an already peppered outfit, and the away side’s trepidation showed in their lack of fight on day five.

Philander got his third of the morning when Peter Handscomb was caught in two minds and dragged one on to his stumps, making

it 95/6 -- further reward for an unrelenting spell of bowling that was truly testing the batters’ judgement on whether to play or leave.

Pat Cummins -- who had nine wickets and a half-century in the match -- has proven himself to be a very capable lower-order batsman, but his premature arrival at the crease was testament to South Africa’s excellent start to the final day.

N ew s k i p p e r T i m Paine nicked one behind off Philander, whose figures for the day were now 4/3 from 4.5 overs. That became 5/3 when he bowled Cummins to make it 100/8, before debutant Chadd Sayers was removed for a golden duck after surrendering with a loose and carefree drive, which was grabbed at third slip by Dean Elgar. It was fast becoming one of the great spells of bowling.

It was a shame the final wicket was a run out, which denied Morkel a suitable ending to a fantastic Test career.

South Africa will take a lot of confidence from this spirited performance, while Australia have a rebuilding job on their hands.

I deserve top award: De Bruyne L o nd o n , A p r 3 ( Ag e n c i e s ) : M a n chester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne believes he would be a worthy winner of the Player of the Year award.

The Belgian midfielder is widely tipped to be on the shortlist for the award along with Mohamed Salah, who will be part of the Liverpool team looking to beat City in Wednesday’s Champions League semi-final.

De Bruyne has been hugely influential in driving City in the Premier League with Pep Guardiola’s team needing only to beat neighbours United on Saturday at the Etihad to secure the title.

First up though is the Anfield clash and commitments on the European stage. De Bruyne suggested it is impossible to be compared with Salah who has scored 37 goals for the Reds this season.

Asked about the season’s top player award, De Bruyne said, “If I get it, it would be nice I think for the team and for me. In one way I believe I deserve it because I have been very consistent in my form. I am very happy with myself, I am very pleased with how I

Post ban, CSK aim to re-establish dominance

Chennai Super Kings during a practice session for IPL T20-2018 cricket tournament at MAC stadium in Chennai. (PTI)

New Delhi, Apr 3 (IANS): With the core of their original squad intact, two-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be eager to re-

establish their dominance after returning to the lucrative Twenty20 tournament following a two-year ban.

CSK have a formidable track record in the IPL and have notched up the most

number of appearances in the final. Apart from winning the title twice, they have finished runners-up on four occasions.

The southern outfit are clearly out to regain

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England pacer Mark Wood and South Africa fast bowler Lungisani Ngidi.

Indian youngsters Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, K.M Asif and Monu Singh are the other members of their pace battery.

Harbhajan and Tahir are the key members of their spin attack while legspinner Karn Sharma may also play a crucial role.

With a host of experienced stars in their ranks, CSK are formidable opponents for any team in the IPL and are one of the strong contenders for a place in the place-offs, if not the title.

One of their weaknesses is that 11 of the 25 players in their squad are above 30 years of age.

However, that should not prove be too big a problem in the shortest format of the so-called gentleman’s game.

have played, I didn’t expect to be this good this season, to be honest.”

“I think there is almost no game where my standard has dropped, so I have been very constant, and I am very happy with myself. To maintain the level the amount of games I have played, the amount of minutes, I am very pleased

with that.”

Discussing Salah’s credentials to be named the Premier League’s top player, the City midfielder added, “You cannot compare - it is impossible. So how do the players choose?

Everybody has his own opinion. It depends on what people are looking for in a player.”

Matip blow for Liverpool

London, Apr 3 (Agencies): Liverpool defender Joel Matip is expected to miss the rest of the season with a thigh injury. A statement on the club’s website read, “Joel Matip is likely to require an operation on a thigh injury.

The centre-back sustained the issue during Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace. Matip was able to complete the full 90 minutes, but afterwards medical assessment on the thigh revealed surgery is expected to be required to correct the problem. The operation is likely to end the 26-year-old’s involvement in the remainder of the 2017-18 season.”

FUNERAL SERVICE

Funeral service of MR. YASHITSUNGBA AO will be held at Dimapur State Stadium (Near Dimapur Government College) on 4th April, 2018 at 12.00 PM

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that status. To that end, they have built up a formidable batting line-up.

They have regained the services of the indomitable Mahendra Singh Dhoni as captain and have also retained key players Suresh Raina, Ravindra Jadeja and star West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo using the Right To Match (RTM) option.

They have also roped in the services of seasoned campaigners like spinners Harbhajan Singh and Imran Tahir along with Australian all-rounder Shane Watson.

CSK have also brought in experienced opener Murali Vijay, India team youngsters Kedar Jadhav and opener Murali Vijay along with South Africa captain Faf Du Plessis and England wicketkeeperbatsman Jos Butler.

The bowling department will spearheaded by

Kevin De Bruyne

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Through this column, we the bereaved family members of Lt. Mr. Mayangteka, express our heartfelt gratitude to all who stood by us physically, financially, and spiritually during his illness and sad demise of our beloved on 1st March 2018.

We convey our special thanks to : Doctors & Nurses of Eden Hospital, Dimapur Kevijau Village Council, Dimapur Kevijau Women Organisation, Dimapur Kevijau Youth Organisation, Dimapur DABA, Signal Fellowship Longjemdang Senso Mungdang Dimapur Longjemdang Senso Telongem Dimapur Longjemdang Fellowship Neighbours and well wishers We regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually but we are deeply indebted for your presence, generosity and support, we pray that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Born on : 11-11-1960 – Died on : 30-03-2018

The bereaved family of Late CHOKRIVEYI VENYO Gen Secy.

NPF Central Convey our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all individuals, all civil societies, NGO’s, Unions, Village Councils, the different churches, Hospitals, Schools, NPF central and divisions, Neighbours and well-wishers who stood and supported us spiritually, physically, morally and financially during his illness till his last breath.

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CWG: India hope to shift spotlight on medals ACA want trio’s bans reduced

Gold Coast, Apr 3 (PTI): Spooked by a needle controversy but in high spirits nonetheless, the jumbo Indian contingent would be aiming to make it all good with strong medal-winning performances when the acutely-low-on-buzz Commonwealth Games start Wednesday with an opening ceremony here.

It’s just a day to go before the Games officially get started but Gold Coast hardly looked like a city gearing up for a sporting festival.

There are signboards all across welcoming 71 Commonwealth countries for the 21st CWG but what’s missing is the festive spirit that usually comes with such a once-in-fouryears extravaganzas.

The organisers, including Queensland Minister for CWG Kate Johns, were busy making last-minute appeals to the city to buy the several thousand tickets that are still unsold across different sports.

“Go out and buy tickets, it’s a one in a lifetime experience. Don’t miss this opportunity,” said Games organising committee CEO Mark Peters.

Fo r t h e I n d i a n s though, the mood-killer has been the needle controversy even though the Commonwealth Games Federation has not named

Indian athletes with Australian artists during the country’s flag-hoisting ceremony of the Commonwealth Games 2018 at Gold Coast in Australia on Monday. (PTI)

the country.

The embarrassment of doping has been avoided as tests conducted after the discovery of syringes have turned out negative but the very violation of the ‘No Needle Policy’ is enough embarrassment.

However, if the mood at the flag hoisting ceremony was anything to go by, the Indian contingent is unlikely to let that come in the way of a strong showing at the Games, where have a decent record to

boast of.

“What has happened is just stupidity at worst and there is nothing sinister about it. Let’s hope it doesn’t get magnified beyond the stupidity that it was,” said a senior official of the Indian contingent.

At the previous edition in Glasgow the Indian medal tally stood at 64 – 15 gold, 30 silver and 19 bronze and the 218-strong contingent would be expected to either better it or ensure that the final count

hovers close to the previous haul.

The major burden of expectations would once again be on shooters, boxers, shuttlers and wrestlers.

The two hockey teams would also be expected to at least be on the podium if not on top.

The likes of P V Sindhu, Jitu Rai, Saina Nehwal, M C Mary Kom, Sushil Kumar and Vinesh Phogat are being considered medal certainties.

The dark horses would

include the gymnasts and the table tennis players, who might just throw up a few surprises to finish among the medals.

The Games will have its fair share of international stars in the likes of Jamaican sprinter Yohann Blake, world champion hurdler Sally Pearson, British diver Tom Daley and India’s very own Mary Kom and South Africa’s Caster Semenya among others.

But it remains to be seen whether Gold Coast is in a mood to be dazzled by them.

“You want all the tickets to be sold out but I am confident that 95 per cent of the tickets will be sold by the time the Games begin.

Overall 1.2 million tickets have been sold across all sports and the two ceremonies,” said Peters.

The competitions will get underway from April 5 after a strictly-underwraps opening ceremony Wednesday evening. India can hope for their first medal on the first day of competitions itself when world champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu presents her challenge in the 48kg category On the same day, shuttlers, boxers and table tennis players will also kick off their campaigns.

Steve Smith

David Warner

Cameron Bancroft

Sydney, Apr 3 (Agencies): Bans for Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft over the ball-tampering incident are “disproportionate”, the organisation representing Australia’s cricketers has said.

Former captain Smith and ex-vice-captain Warner were suspended for 12 months and Bancroft received a nine-month ban for their roles in using sandpaper on the ball during the third Test against South Africa.

On Tuesday, the Australian Cricketers’ Association (ACA) called on Cricket Australia (CA) to reconsider the sanctions imposed on the players, saying they did not follow precedent for the type of

offence.

ACA president Greg Dyer said, “Of the dozen or so matters of this type, the most severe suspension to date has been a ban for two one-day internationals.

The most expensive fine has been 100 per cent of a match fee.

The informed conclusion is that as right as the motivation is, the proposed penalties are disproportionate relative to precedent.”

Mr Dyer said the contrition shown by the players should be taken into account and “their distressed faces has sent a message across the world as effective as any sanctions could be”.

He added, “I think Australia cried with Steve Smith last Thursday, I cer-

tainly did. We ask for this extraordinary contrition to be taken into account by Cricket Australia just as it would be in any fair and proper process.”

Mr Dyer said the trio were “rushed” to respond after the incident in Cape Town, saying he believed it was “unfair”, and laid out suggestions of how the players’ sanctions could be reduced.

“We ask that consideration be given to recalibrating the proposed sanctions, to consider options such as suspending or reducing part of the sanction,” he said.

“To consider, for example, allowing the players to return to domestic cricket earlier and as a part of their rehabilitation.”

Messi may return for Roma game Defiant New Zealand deny England to clinch series

Lionel Messi

BARCELONA, Apr 3 (Agencies): Lionel Messi is expected back for Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final first leg against Roma and for Barcelona his return cannot come soon enough.

Messi’s latest rescueact on Saturday, when he came off the bench to inspire a remarkable fightback against Sevilla, has regurgitated the question of Barca’s dependency on their number 10.

It is difficult to quantify Messi’s brilliance. He

would be missed by any team in the world, not least Argentina, who were thrashed 6-1 by Spain last week with the injured forward watching on from the stands.

But for Ernesto Valverde, there is an urgency to the issue because if Messi is not at his blistering best, perhaps feels his hamstring ache, or is somehow contained by Roma’s defence, his side must find another way through.

“We’re up against the very best in Messi,”

Roma forward Stephan El Shaarawy said. “Every time he gets on the ball, he can make something happen. That’s why we’ll have to try to act accordingly and restrict his influence as much as possible.”

Messi has been left out of the starting line-up for five La Liga and Champions League games this year. Barca have won two and drawn three of them, the last, against Sevilla, about to be a defeat before he scored an 89th-minute equaliser.

In the Copa del Rey, Messi was rested for the last 16 first leg against Celta Vigo, a 1-1 draw, then played in the second, hitting two goals in a 5-0 win.

“No we are not worried about it,” Valverde said, when asked on Saturday about a possible overreliance.

“With or without Messi all the matches are different, it’s just how it is. What can we do,” he added.

C H R I ST C H U R C H , Apr 3 (Agencies): Tail-ender Ish Sodhi hit a gutsy half-century as New Zealand fought a defiant rearguard action on a tense final day to hold on for a draw in the second Test on Tuesday and secure a first series win over England since 1999.

Winners of the first Test in Auckland by an innings and 49 runs, New Zealand were 256 for eight when the umpires offered Sodhi the light, still 126 runs in arrears but with the all-important draw secure.

England made the perfect start to the final day when Stuart Broad claimed wickets with the first two deliveries but the tourists were unable to winkle out the final few batsmen as the fading light cast long shadows over Hagley Oval.

Opener Tom Latham scored 83 but it was spinner Sodhi’s 168-ball 56 not out that most frustrated England, who scored 307 in their first innings and

Betis climb to sixth place in La Liga

Real Betis beat Getafe 1-0 to move into sixth place in La Liga.

Getafe, Apr 3 (IANS): Real Betis defeated Getafe 1-0 to move into sixth place in La Liga - the final European slot - at the expense of a host side who could be forgiven for blaming bad luck.

At least 200 Betis supporters made the trip from Seville, joining some 10,400 locals in the stands

at Getafe’s Coliseum Alfonso Perez to create a surprisingly lively atmosphere for a Monday night, reports Efe. Getafe were the more ambitious squad in the first half and got their first opportunity in the 8th minute, an angled shot by Angel Rodriguez that rolled wide.

The hosts watched another chance pass by at the half-hour mark, when Faycal Fajr’s free kick reached Leandro Cabrera in scoring position, but his header missed the target.

Rodriguez brought the fans to their feet in the waning minutes of the first half with an acrobatic shot that came to noth-

ing as the ball bounced off the far post. Seconds later, Getafe keeper Vicente Guaita needed two touches to handle a shot from Ryad Boudebouz.

While the home side retained the initiative after the break, Betis’ Andres Guardado created problems for the Getafe defence, testing Guaita from a distance in the 48th minute before setting up a dangerous effort by Loren Moron.

Getafe were poised to take command in the 64th minute when the referee awarded a penalty for Jordi Amat’s hand ball.

Adan, however, had other ideas. He stopped Francisco Portillo’s initial shot from the spot and then smothered the follow-up.

Getafe battled on and a Vitorino Antunes free kick looked bound for the back of the net until the post again intervened to benefit Adan.

Substitute Sergio Leon scored in the 88th minute and Adan thwarted a stoppage-time try by Cabrera to allow Betis to walk away with all three points.

New Zealand players celebrate winning the series after day five of the second Test match between New Zealand and England at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

352/9 declared in the second after New Zealand’s first knock of 278.

England skipper Joe Root tried every bowling option available to him and his team had their chances to take wickets throughout the day, even if none of them were clear cut.

The draw brings an

Man United announce preseason tour of US

London, Apr 3 (IANS): English football giants Manchester United have announced that they will return to the United States for a second consecutive year for Tour 2018 which will be a part of their pre-season tour.

The two-week tour will start with a game against the Mexican side Club America in the Phoenix University Stadium, Arizona, on July 19. The record English champions will then face MLS side San Jose Earthquakes at the Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, on July 22, the club declared on Monday, reports Xinhua news agency.

Manchester United Executive Vice Chairman, Ed Woodward, said: “The tour is a central part of the team’s preparation for a long and intense campaign and this is the second consecutive year that we will travel to the US. “The training facilities are world class and the games will be played in front of passionate crowds, making it an ideal environment for the players to gear up for the new season.”

end to a tour Down Under that started in October and also included a 0-4 Ashes defeat, helping extend England’s run without a Test win overseas to 13 matches.

The hosts resumed on 42-0 but paceman Broad removed Jeet Raval (17) with his loosener before coming up with a peach of

a delivery to take the key wicket Kane Williamson for a golden duck when the New Zealand captain edged behind.

Ross Taylor blocked to prevent a hat-trick but soon became spinner Jack Leach’s first Test victim with a reverse swee p straight to Alastair Cook at short backward square,

the former skipper departing for 13.

Henry Nicholls also made 13 before he became paceman James Anderson’s 531st Test victim, miscuing a drive that took an edge into the hands of Cook in the slip cordon.

BJ Watling scored a battling 19 before getting across the crease to flick Mark Wood to Anderson at backward square before Leach got his second wicket when Latham topedged a sweep to be caught

by James Vince.

Sodhi put on 47 runs for the seventh wicket with Colin de Grandhomme and New Zealand looked in real trouble when the all-rounder pulled a Wood bouncer to Leach at fine leg for 45.

Neil Wagner came out and joined Sodhi at the crease, however, and the pair batted through 31 overs until the paceman was dismissed after a 103-ball knock of seven in what turned out to be the last action of the series.

Sindhu, Srikanth get top seeding at CWG

PV Sindhu

GOLD COAST, Apr 3 (PTI): Olympic silver-medallist PV Sindhu and World No 2 Kidambi Srikanth have been given the top billing in the respective women’s and men’s singles badminton competitions of the Commonwealth Games starting at Carrara Sports and Leisure Centre on April 10.

In the draw of 64, Sindhu will begin her quest for the gold in the second round against Falkland Islands’ Zoe Morris after both the players received byes in their respective opening rounds.

The 22-year-old Indian is expected to meet 2014 Glasgow Games champion Michelle Li. The third seeded Canadian had beaten Sindhu in the semi-finals four years back en route to

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her gold medal. 2010 champion and former world No 1 Saina Nehwal has been seeded second and will start her campaign with a secondround clash with Elsie de Villiers in the other half of the draw.

R u t h v i k a G a d d e, meanwhile, has been seeded eighth and she will face the winner of the match between Ghana’s Atipaka Grace Gha and Ah Wan Juliette of Seychelles in the second round after receiving a bye in the first round. She is likely to face 2014 silver medallist Kristy Gilmour in the quarters.

In men’s singles, Srikanth, who clinched four Superseries titles in 2017, will open his campaign against Liam Fong of Fiji

and is likely to clash with 2010 silver medallist Rajiv Ouseph in the semi-finals.

The other Indian H S Prannoy, who reached the quarterfinals at the All England Championship last month, has been seeded third and will start his tournament with a second-round clash with the winner of the match between Mauritius’ Paul Christopher Jean and Seychellois Steve Malcouzane.

He is expected to face three-time Olympic silver medallist Lee Chong Wei, who has been seeded second, in the semifinals. The Malaysian star, a household name in Asia, won the gold medal at the Melbourne 2006 and Delhi 2010 Games.

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