April 4, 2019

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Vol XXIX No. 117

Centre opposes EC’s stand in SC on electoral bonds

NEW DELHI, APR 3 (PTI): Centre Wednesday opposed in the Supreme Court the concerns raised by Election Commission on issuing electoral bonds and justified the changes in law saying it was “a pioneer step” to bring poll reforms “ensuring transparency” and “accountability” in political funding. Centre in its fresh affidavit said that massive amounts of political donations were earlier made in cash by individuals/corporates using “illicit means of funding” and unaccounted black money was pumped in for financing elections.

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Will defend interest of Nagas: Rahul Value hard work, ethical earning: Rio ASSURES TO restore whatever BJP REMOVED from NE STATES

(L) Rahul Gandhi addressing the public meeting at DDSC Stadium (R) A section of the crowd at the rally. (PTI/NP)

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DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Congress president Rahul (More on p-7) Gandhi on Wednesday assured the Naga people that his party will defend Naga culture, language, religion and way of life from the onslaught of BJP and RSS and to never compromise on it.

Addressing a mammoth public rally at DDSC stadium here, Gandhi pointed out that the country was facing a conflict between two ideologies – “BJP, RSS and Narendra Modi on one side and Congress party and all other forces that are fighting this ideology”.

Accusing Modi and RSS of wanting to impose “ Y o u ’ r e l u c k y t o b e “one vision and one idea” on included in our new pro- India, Rahul said Congress market scheme. It’s GST party however believed that of 50% tax over sales.” every single part of the coun-

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try had their own unique culture, beliefs and history and that India was home to different cultures.

Rahul asserted that Congress did not believe in an India where Nagaland had no voice, where Naga people were not allowed to look back proudly at their history and where Naga people were not allowed to express themselves. “Congress party and me will not allow the spirit, history, way of thinking, religion and language of Naga people to be crushed.

We simply are not going to allow it,” he declared.

He questioned BJP-RSS combine as to who gave them the right to impose their ideology on Nagas and other communities of the Northeast? “Who do these people think they are? Who do they think they are that

they can come to Nagaland and the Northeast and tell its people how to live their lives?” he asked.

Rahul Gandhi said Naga history, culture and proud heritage were not only the strength of the Naga people, but also India’s. “We are going to defend your culture, language, religion and your way from this onslaught.

There is going to be no compromise on that,” he said.

In his nearly 35-minute speech, Gandhi also accused Modi government of favouring Vijay Mallya, Mehul Choksi and Nirav Modi, who are all embroiled in fraud cases. He accused Modi, who claims to be “chowkidar” (watchman), of illegally favouring Anil Ambani over Hindustan Aeronautics Limited in the controversial Rafale deal. Hitting out strongly

against Prime Minister Modi for allegedly making false promises to people by giving new commitments every time he speaks, Rahul Gandhi also accused Modi of always setting a “precondition” that he would deliver if he was made Prime Minister.

Gandhi remarked “for Modi, everything is a precondition”. He said Modi promised two crore jobs to the people, deposit Rs 15 lakh in every individual’s bank account only if they made him the Prime Minister.

Rahul said that unlike Modi, he would never set such precondition adding, “when you need Rahul Gandhi, whether he is Prime Minster or not, you will find him standing with you” amid loud cheers and thunderous applause from the crowd.

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PAC flays April 2 Dmu firing incident DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Public Action Committee (PAC) of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD) Wednesday vehemently condemned the “indiscriminate firing” by unknown miscreants on moving trucks April 2, 2019 in Dimapur where a driver and handyman were injured.

In a press note, PAC convenor Vekhosayi Nyekha and co-convenor K Ghokheto said two Manipur bound trucks (UP2 1 BN-2 035 and ASOIKC-0586) were fired upon at around 9 pm near Green Park junction, 5th Mile area with 9 mm pistols and sophisticated weapons.

PAC said such “criminal act” has created a fear psychosis in the minds of the peaceful citizens. PAC demanded authorities to probe the incident with all seriousness and apprehend the perpetrators.

PAC has appealed to the public to extend all possible help to curb such criminal activities so peace and tranquility prevail in the society.

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MON, APR 3 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio has called for valuing hard work and ethical earning.

Speaking at the inauguration of Aoleang-cumMini Hornbill Festival 2019 on the theme “Enculturation” at Mon’s local ground on Wednesday, Rio also appealed to the people to observe proper work ethics and learn the trades of investing and saving. He reminded everyone how “our forefathers” had toiled and shed sweat in sowing and growing paddy/crops for bountiful harvest.

Mentioning that every festival had own unique significance and meaning, the chief minister emphasised on the need to preserve and promote one’s own tradition, culture, indigenous

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games, food items, etc, and pass them down to younger generations. According to him, such festivals should be celebrated not just for enjoyment and merry making, but also to preserve and promote them.

He recalled how the State government had organised road shows earlier to showcase and promote culture and traditions of each tribe. Stating that Nagaland was a land of immense potential with rich tradition, oil and minerals,

human resources, scenic beauty and pleasant weather for tourist attraction, he, however, lamented that such potentials were yet to be exploited.

Extending his best wishes to Konyak Nyupuh Sheko Khong (KNSK) on its bid to set a new Guinness World record for largest traditional Konyak dance on April 5, Rio remarked that such records would not only bring fame to the Konyak community but all the Nagas.

In his speech as a special invitee, Sumi Hoho president Hekhushe Shikhu exhorted people to preserve their culture as, along with mother tongue, it was their identity. He urged upon the gathering to focus on their mother tongue along with their cultural and traditional practices.

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Joined hands with Cong to defend future generation: Dr. Shürhozelie DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Making a clarion call to the Naga people to vote for their future, the NPF president, Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu, Wednesday asserted that the party has joined hands with the Congress to defend future generations, saying “we should not regret for voting against the wishes of our future generation.”

According to NPF press bureau, Dr. Shürhozelie, while speaking at the consultative meeting of NPF Kohima division at Central office Wednesday, said that to prevent dividing secular votes and giving advantages to NDPP candidate, NPF decided not to field its candidature in the ensuing Lok Sabha elections.

Reiterating that NPF extending support to Congress was a “one-time affair”, Dr. Shürhozelie said together with secular forces they would defeat the NDPP- led BJP consensus candidate.

“NPF has taken this bold stand strongly and fight against the forces which is trying to penetrate into our land and destroy our people,” he added.

Clarifying on NPF’s 15 years alliance with BJP, he said that when BJP was with the NPF, BJP never dictated to the NPF. However, Dr. Shürhozelie said that the BJP after coming to power at the Centre slowly began to “intrude into our people’s freedom” and when they could not bargain with NPF party, the BJP settled down with NDPP. Referring to the seven rebel NPF MLAs, the party president cautioned that they cannot escape from the law.

He maintained that unless they returned to the party within the stipulated time, disciplinary action against them would be initiated, which would cost them greatly including their career.

(Cont’d on p-7)

KL Chishi served show cause notice

DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Returning Officer and Commissioner Nagaland, M Patton, has issued a show cause notice on INC Candidate, KL Chishi, for violating the Model Code of Conduct under the provision relating to ‘Corrupt Practices’ and ‘Electoral Offences’. In this regard, the candidate/violator has been asked to reply within 48 hours from the date of issue of the show cause notice.

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DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): In view of the ensuing Lok Sabha Elections 2019 and byelection to 26 Aonglenden Assembly Constituency on April 11, 2019, the District Election Officer & Assistant Returning Officer, Mokokchung, Rajesh Soundararajan, has informed that April 11, 2019 would be a paid holiday for all government employees.

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or effective conduct of elections, the ECI has integrated use of Smart Technology in various processes of elections.

Following Information and Communication Technologies are used in the current elections for Citizens, Candidates and Political Parties: cVIGIL: By using the cVIGIL app, citizens can record on his Android mobile and report promptly to election authorities any violation of Model Code of Conduct, any incident of intimidation or inducement within minutes of having witnessed them and without having to go to the office of the returning officer. cVIGIL is a simple, Android-based- Mobile App which is user-friendly and easy to operate. All that one has to do is to simply click a picture or to take a video and briefly describe the activity before uploading it on the cVIGIL mobile application. If the complainant desires to remain anonymous he has the option to do so. cVIGIL provides time-stamped evidentiary proof of the Model Code of Conduct/ Expenditure Violation, having live photo/video with auto location data. The District Control Room allocates cVIGIL cases to the

Flying Squads etc. through GISbased platform. Flying Squads investigate the matter and the Returning Officer takes the decision.

The status of cVIGIL is shared with the cVIGIL complainant within 100 minutes.

Voter Helpline Mobile app: It provides convenience to all Citizens of finding names in the electoral roll, submitting online forms, checking the status of the application, filing complaints and receiving the reply on their mobile app. All forms, results, candidate affidavit, press notes, Voter awareness and important instructions are available through the mobile app. This popular app is available at Google Play Store.

PwD App: Eligible citizens/

citizens in the category of Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) can request for new registration, change in address, change in particulars and mark themselves as PwD through the use of the mobile application. By simply entering their contact details, the Booth Level Officer is assigned to provide doorstep facility. PwDs can also request for a wheelchair during polling. The app is available at google play store here.

Suvidha Candidate App: Contesting candidates can log on to the website https://suvidha. eci.gov.in and request for permissions. Upon successful registration, an Android based Mobile app is available for tracking the status of nomination, status of their permission requests.

The candidates will be able to download the application from Google Play store and with their registered mobile number will be able to log on and keep track of their applications.

Samadhan: Election Commission of India has designed a single integrated web portal for registering and resolving citizen Information, Suggestion, Feedback and Complaints (IFSC).

The website can be accessed at

Dr Nicky campaigns for PDA candidate

Dr. Neikesalie (Nicky) Kire speaking at the campaign program for Tokheho on Wednesday in Kohima. (NP) Correspondent

KOHIMA, APR 3 (NPN): Advisor for Rural development, Dr. Neikesalie (Nicky) Kire campaigned for PDA Lok Sabha candidate, Tokheho Yepthomi, at a program in New Ministers’ Hill Panchayat, Kohima on April 3 evening.

Dr. Kire in his address

called upon the gathering to cast their valuable votes for the PDA government’s consensus candidate Tokheho Yepthomi (NDPP) and urged the supporters to work hard reminding them of the NDPP motto “Deeds not words.”

Kire was confident that the NDA government would come to power at the Centre

and asked the colony people to be a part of the ruling government at the Centre.

9- Kohima town NDPP president Zotuo Kire, in his address said that Tokheho, as an MP, in his few months had brought some development to the colony in Kohima town and would continue to do the same if voted to power. Other members of the NDPP party also spoke at the campaign program.

The program was attended by NDPP officials and workers of 9- Kohima Town AC NDPP, colony residents, members of the public and others. The campaign for all 11 wards of 9-Kohima Town AC culminated at New Ministers Hill Kohima on April 3.

Phek Battalion of Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Fire Brigade, quickly responded to, and assisted in, averting a major fire mishap at Phek town on April 1. The house of a local sexagenarian had caught fire due to a short circuit. (Assam Rifles)

https://eci-citizenservices.eci. nic.in/. The universal portal is available for Election as well as non-election period, and any citizen can also use the facility from the convenience of their mobile phone to lodge a grievance using ‘Voter Helpline’ Mobile App. All the EROs, DEO, CEO and ECI Officials are connected into the Samadhan Portal and the complaint lodged in the Samadhan directly connects to concerned official. There is an escalation matrix configured into the system and if within a time frame the matter is not addressed by ERO, it gets escalated to the next levels.

Voter Helpline Contact Centre: Now a citizen can call universal toll- free helpline number of Election Commission of India i.e. 1950, to connect directly to the District Contact Centre. All Districts & CEO Offices across all States/UTs have established Contact Centre to provide Information and register Feedback, Suggestions and Complaints. Any user can call 1950 and obtain information about his Voter details in the electoral roll, check for the status of his enrollment application and also lodge grievance.

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Information for poll personnel DIMAPUR: DC & ARO Kohima, Anoop Khinchi, has informed all polling personnel drafted for the forthcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2019, that four facilitation centres, manned by District Level Master Trainers (DLMT) are being set up at the his office on April 5, 6, 8 and 9 during office hours to impart hands-on training and clear doubts about all polling related matters.

DIPR reports that all polling personnel with duties assigned in different capacities for the forthcoming Elections and who are interested in getting hands-on training and clearing their doubts may avail the opportunity on the mentioned dates.

Further, nodal officers of all concerned departments have been directed to ensure that this information is disseminated to all polling personnel drafted from their concerned departments.

All IVth grade polling personnel are also informed that a screening and briefing session will be held on April 4 at DPDB Hall, DC Office Kohima, 12 noon. All concerned personnel have been directed to attend the session without fail and nodal officers of all departments have been directed to ensure strict attendance of their respective grade IV staff.

Mokokchung: In view of the forthcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2019 and By-Election to the 26-Aonglenden AC, the third round of training for presiding officers and first polling officials shall be conducted on April 5 at Mayangnokcha GHSS from 9 am.

Training for second and third polling officials shall be conducted on April 6 at MGHSS from 9 am and training for grade IV personnel will be conducted at 12:30 pm at the same venue on the same day.

Kiphire: In partial modification of the DC & DEO office Kiphire office letter dated March 25, training for all polling officers will be conducted on April 5 and 6, 10 am at Government Higher Secondary School Building Kiphire. All concerned have been directed to attend the training without fail.

Election related reports from across the state

DIMAPUR: In line with the decision of the Naga People’s Front (NPF) deciding to extend issue based support to the Congress Party in Nagaland for the ensuing Lok Sabha elections, a coordination meeting between the Kohima District Congress Committee (KDCC) and NPF Kohima Division was held at Congress Bhavan Kohima on April 2.

KDCC press secretary Yangertemjen, in a press release, stated that the KDCC team was led by president Kevi Vizo and the NPF Kohima division was led by its president Gonei Sirie. The deliberations dwelt on the two political parties coming together to protect the “secular fabric”, especially the Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB) 2016 issue. KDCC has also welcomed the maturity of NPF leaders in extending their support to the Congress candidate, KL Chishi.

RJD Nagaland to support PDA candidates

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by pastor Panso Town Khumong. A welcome address was delivered by president 57th ACCC, BC Liang and a vote of thanks was proposed by PCC member 57th A/C, Pakhiu Khiam.

The benediction was offered by pastor Shia Ekhao.

NPF 10 units’ coordination meeting

KDCC and NPF Kohima Division leaders after the coordination meeting held at Congress Bhavan Kohima on April 2. elections and Lok Sabha election.

A press release from RJD Nagaland Unit president, Khetovi Kinny stated that this was decided in its state executive body meeting on March 31, at his residence in Purana Bazaar Dimapur. It stated that the meeting was attended by office bearers of all district units in Nagaland and this resolution to support the NDPP-PDA candidates was arrived at after thorough deliberation.

noknyu ACCC, held at Pathso town on April 2.

According to a press release issued by vice president DYC Tuensang, Tochiyemlong, many representatives from different ranges under 57th Thonoknyu A/C attended the meeting. At the meeting, a presidential address was delivered by both DCC Tuensang president and NPF Noklak Division president.

Short speeches were delivered by former NPF leader, LL Buming, former BJP L. Mulai and Lebese Pathso Area Congress leader Sangtam, DYC. meeting held The prog ra m wa s A Pathso Area Con- chaired by general secretary gress Party Meeting was 57th ACCC Sangtsui; and organized by 57th Tho- invocation prayer was said

A co-ordination meeting of the Naga People’s Front (NPF) divisional office bearers and party workers from ten Assembly Constituencies under Mokokchung district was held at the NPF Mokokchung Division office on April 3.

NPF Mokokchung Division, media cell, in a press release stated that at the meeting, the party workers agreed to lend issue-based support to the Congress party, as decided by leaders of the party. This one time arrangement is based on the fight against a common cause and for early solution to the Naga Political issue, the release added. The meeting also decided to support and lend appropriate man-power to the Congress party wherever they do not have the required numbers.

DDMAs assessing storm damages: NSDMA DIMAPUR: A day after Peren, Phek, Dimapur and Wokha districts experienced thunderstorms and strong winds accompanied by hailstones, the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) Home department, on Wednesday, reported that District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) of those districts are currently assessing the detailed damage reports.

In a press release, home commissioner R Ramakrishnan stated that the thunderstorms in parts of the districts damaged property and one life was lost by lightning strike at Ndunglwa village, Peren district.

Though the thunderstorms in the North Eastern Regions will weaken, NSDMA said it was expected to re-intensify towards the end of the week due to persistent upper trough and wind convergence over the area.

NSDMA has cautioned that continuous attention should be paid to the threat of thunderstorms, strong winds, heavy rains and lightning.

The NSDMA has also advised the public to stay safe and vigilant at all times.

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House catches fire in Kohima Correspondent

KOHIMA, APR 3 (NPN): One week after a wood house was gutted by fire in Kohima, another private residence caught fire but this time, fire-fighters were able to control the inferno.

The fire broke out at Billy Graham Road near Kohima College, Kohima on April 2 evening.

The fire, reportedly, broke out at around 7 pm and the Emergency and Fire Services Department (EFSD) was alerted who managed to douse the fire in time.

EFSD official said the fire is suspected to have started from a burning candle.

However four fire tenders brought the blaze under control and was able to stop it from getting worse.

It was learnt that school uniforms, books and other property were destroyed in the fire.

Although no casualties were reported, two rooms of a private house accommodating a family were destroyed.

news in Brief DC & DEO Kohima informs arms license holders: Deputy Commissioner & District Election Officer (DC & DEO) Kohima, Anoop Khinchi has once again directed all arms license holders under Kohima district to deposit their arms at the nearest Police Station. Failing this, the DC&DEO has warned that the arms licenses will be cancelled.

Dimapur DPDB meeting postponed: In view of the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections, the monthly DPDB meeting of Dimapur district for the month of April 2019 has been postponed till further notice.

RCD elects new team of office bearers: Residency Colony Dimapur (RCD) held its annual general meeting and unanimously elected a new team of office bearers for the tenure of 2019-2023.

The team is led by N Lemba Chang as chairman, Temsu Ao as vice chairman along with three other members. RCD secretary Temjen Imsong has asked that the office bearers be contacted for all official purposes.

SNCD general meet: Shena New Community Dimapur (SNCD) has convened a general meeting for April 6, 11 am at the residence of its banker Hukavi Zhimomi, 3rd mile, Dimapur. All members residing in and around Dimapur have been requested to attend the meeting.

DMA SSA Kohima office shifted: District Mission Authority (DMA) SSA Kohima office located at Old Secretariat (Old MLA Hostel) area has been shifted to District Education Office Kohima on March 29, 2019. All official communication and correspondence should be directed to the new office.

LH inaugurates new office building

Lotha Hoho office bearers and others after the office inauguration on April 2.

DIMAPUR: Lotha Hoho (LH) Wokha inaugurated its new office at New Riphyim Baptist Church Building, Wokha town on April 2.

The new office was d e d i c a t e d b y Rev. S. Thungrio Khuvung, pas-

tor Wokha Town Baptist Church (WTBC).

A press release from LH publicity secretary, Zarench Murry stated that Er. Mhondamo Ovung, chairman Lotha Hoho, acknowledged all unions, organizations and individ-

NSCN (I-M) Lotha region mourns DIMAPUR: NSCN (I-M) Lotha region expressed grief at the demise of Rev. Longtsukao Ngullie who had passed away on March 29. In a condolence message, deputy kilonser & caretaker CAO Lotha region, Ebibemo Lotha stated that late Rev. Longtsuako had served the nation whole-heartedly with the utmost dedication and his sacrificial service will always be cherished. Ebibemo offered heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed to Almighty God to grant the departed soul rest in peace.

uals for their contribution to the Lotha Hoho.

He said that the office has officially resumed functioning from April 2 and Tuesday has been designated as public interaction/interview days from 10 am to 2 pm.

NSCN (R) terminates service

DIMAPUR: The NSCN/ GPRN (Reformation), Pochury region, has terminated the services of its member Khapour Yitu Tsate for tarnishing the image of the region and the Nagas as a whole.

NSCN (R) Pochury region regretted that its member had indulged in anti-social activities at this juncture, having been reported for his involvement in many extortion cases using multiple identities and phone numbers.

Pochury region citizens have been asked to not

entertain this person anymore in the days to come. It stated that he has been warned enough and asked to report to the office and subsequently, the region was compelled to terminate him for failing to abide with rules and regulations of the government.

The NSCN (R) Pochury Region has apologized to the people for the “barbaric and uncivilized act of Mr Yitu” and also appealed to them to make space for cooperation and peace.

NPGN/NNC appoints advisor

DIMAPUR: A cabinet meeting of the NPGN/ NNC on April 2 unanimously elevated Vizheto Chishi, senior kilonser and former home kilonser of NPGN/NNC, to advisor to collective leadership (NPGN).

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a press release stated that the cabinet expressed its confidence on the leadership of ato kilonser Z. Hozheto Chophi and resolved once again to take stringent action against any national worker found engaging in acts detrimental to the policy of the government.

It further reminded one and all that henceforth any act of conspiracy to destabilize or tarnish the image of the government by any national worker in its fold will invite stringent action “by exposing their track records to the Naga people.”

DC&DEO office Tuensang organized a bike rally as part of the Systematic Voters Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) campaign on April 1. ADC Tuensang, M. Chaitanya Prasad flagged off the rally, comprising of Nagaland Motor Cycle Club Tuensang Chapter members, from DC Office Complex. (DIPR) K

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Members of Lions Club Kohima and staff and students of KSC(A) during the presentation of mobility-aids on April 1.

DIMAPUR: Kohima Science College (KSC) (Autonomous), organized an acknowledgement program for Lions Club Kohima (LCK), who donated two wheel chairs and two crutches for “differently-abled persons

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WEATHER FORECAST April 4

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Members of DNWO and Diphupar Village Council with the seized liquor at the dumping site on April 3. (NP)

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DIMAPUR, APR 3 (NPN): Liquor wor th approximately Rs. 60 lakhs was seized by the Diphupar Naga Women Organization (DNWO) and dumped at Diphupar village on Wednesday.

A brief program was held at Diphupar Village Council (DVC) hall, before the liquor was dumped.

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chairperson Ajano Lotha said that the liquor was confiscated within the village jurisdiction on April 2 morning.

Ajano lauded various organisations of Diphupar who had extended their support and cooperation and called upon them to continue to do the same in the future in order to rid the village of the liquor consumption menace.

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Council (DVC) chairman, Ghuzui Shohe lauded the DNWO and highlighted the importance of eradicating the sale and consumption of liquor, in line with NLTP Act 1989.

He said that liquor had destroyed many lives and families. Lamenting that people now look at Diphupar as a centre and stockist of liquor, he called upon the residents of Diphupar to extend

their support and cooperation in the endeavour to eradicate this menace from society.

Shohe also called upon denizens to appreciate the DNWO which has been trying its best to suppress anti-social activities within the locality.

The seized items were dumped by pouring them out at a dumping site in the presence various Diphupar organizations.

to the central library” on April 1.

A press release from KSC, Jotsoma, stated that KSC principal, Dr. Lily Sema, thanked LCK for the charitable initiative and also highlighted the need for

equipment in the college, especially the institution’s library. LCK president, Er. Aroba Walling, in his address promised that the club would contribute in the best possible ways in the near future as well.

Army recruitment rally underway in Dimapur

DIMAPUR: An army recruitment rally was flagged off by Brigadier VM Sharma, Deputy Director General, North East States; at Bhagat Stadium, Dimapur on April 3. PRO (Defence), Col C Konwer, in a press release, stated that Brig. VM Sharma wished all candidates the best

of luck before the run. A total of around 1200 candidates from Kiphire, Longleng, Mokochung, Mon, Peren, Phek and Tuensang districts participated in the rally.

Candidates of Dimapur, Kohima, Wokha and Zunheboto VK districts will participate in the rally on April 4.

Voters slips to be distributed on April 6 & 7

Dimapur: DC and DEO Dimapur has informed voters that photo voters slips will be distributed by respective Booth Level Officers (BLOs) on April

6 and 7.

All BLOs of Dimapur district have been informed to attend a short briefing on April 5 in the conference hall of the commissioner

of taxes, Dimapur as per the schedule: 4-Ghaspani-I & 5-Ghaspani-II at 11 am, and 1-Dimapur -I, 2-Dimapur-II & 3-Dimapur-III at 12 pm.

V-Guard Industries donates ambulance to NHAK IGNOU conducts 32nd Convocation Ceremony

Nilotpal Bhattacharjee handing over keys of the ambulance to managing director, NHAK, Kohima on Wednesday. (NP)

Correspondent KOHIMA, APR 3 (NPN): V-Guard Industries Ltd, on Wednesday, donated an ambulance to governmentrun Naga Hospital, Kohima (Naga Hospital Authority Kohima –NHAK) as part of its Corporate So-

cial Responsibility (CSR) initiative.

Speaking at the handing over ceremony, branch in charge (NE-states), Nilotpal Bhattacharjee said that as a part of its 40th anniversary celebrations, the company has gifted 40 ambulances

across India to NGOs and government hospitals.

He added that the North East states have received six ambulances (two each in Assam and Sikkim, and one each in Meghalaya and Nagaland).

He said the Corpo-

rate Social Responsibility initiative attempts to reach out to underprivileged people, and he expressed hope that the hospital authorities would make best use of the ambulance for needy patients.

Managing director, Naga Hospital Authority, Kohima (NHAK), Dr. Thorhusie Katiry, expressed gratitude to the company for donating the ambulance to the hospital.

Mentioning that the district hospital has only a ten-year-old ambulance, he said the new ambulance will provide quick medical access to citizens in need.

V-Guard distributors and dealers from Kohima were also present in the program.

V-Guard Industries Limited, an electronic goods company, is based in Kerala and has branches all over the country.

According to data, V-Guard services its customers through over 500 distributors, 3000 direct dealers, and more than 20000 retailers and service centres spread across the 29 states of India.

Correspondent KOHIMA, APR 3 (NPN): The 32nd Convocation ceremony of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) was held at URA Academy Hall, Mission Compound, Kohima on April 3.

Higher Education director, Dr. Anungla Aier graced the occasion as guest of honour and congratulated the graduating students for their hard work.

D r. A nu n g l a a l s o expressed happiness that IGNOU, since its inception, has been contributing substantially to educational requirements of the state.

She mentioned that most higher education institutions in the state are concentrated in main towns like Kohima, Dimapur and Mokokchung and a very few are located in far flung areas.

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Anungla, IGNOU has been able to fill that gap imparting vocational education through their regional and study centres spread across the state.

She opined that with prevalent issues like unem-

Dr. Anungla Aier and Dr. T. Iralu along with graduating students and faculty members after the IGNOU Convocation ceremony held on April 3. (NP)

ployment, social injustice, political uncertainty and rising crime rates in the state, people should live life and find meaning despite all the negativity in society.

Delivering a report, regional director of IGNOU, Dr. T. Iralu said that they had 806 learners -- 506 for Master’s Degrees, 178 Bachelor’s Degrees, 108 Diplomas and 14 Certificates course students. He also said that Open and Distance Learning (ODL) has earned recognition as the most viable, economical and flexible option to reach a large number of people. He added that the university has plans

to conduct special drives to enrol education seekers from marginalised groups into their program.

As an initiative for the disadvantaged, free education is also provided to jail inmates through 59 Jail Study Centres across the country.

Iralu also gave a briefing on a future plan of action the University has for Nagaland. Among the plans includes a project to design a regional based program (certificate program) on piggery production in collaboration with the School of Agriculture, IGNOU, and Mithun Research Centre,

ICAR, Jarnapani.

He further stated that they would reach out to and activate study centres in all sub-divisional Headquarters of Nagaland to provide higher education opportunities and organize need based training programs to generate self employment opportunities as well as gainful employment for unemployed youths. IGNOU is the world’s largest University and its degrees, diplomas, and certificates are recognized by all members of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). The University, at present, offers 228 programs of study.

DC Zunheboto issues Kohima Solid Waste Management Authority instituted directives for CCA

DIMAPUR: DC Zunheboto, Shanavas C, has issued a three-point directive to be implemented within Sukhayi, Ghukhuyi and Kivikhu under Zunheboto district which has been adopted as Community Conserved Areas (CCAs).

In a notification, Shanavas C, lamented that some villages have been permitting hunting, poaching, fishing in areas in and around the CCA and Tizu River. It said such activities not only violates the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, but threatens the Community Conservation project and endangered species.

In order to curb such activities, the DC Zunheboto has issued the following orders for strict compliance: “No poaching is permitted in the biodiversity area or in the boundary thereof. Neighbouring villages are not to provide any permission for the same.

DABA youth ministry is undertaking an educative program, ‘The homeland tour’ No fishing using batteries, from April 1 to 5 to expose youth to the beauty and rich history of their homeland. 16 bombs etc is permitted in boys and 14 girls are visiting a few historical and religious places in Mokokchung the river and water bodies adjoining the conservation district as part of this tour. (DABA Youth Ministry) DIMAPUR: The Urban Development department, in a notification, has informed the public that the government of Nagaland has set up a Kohima Solid Waste Management Authority (KSWMA) under the aegis of Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) to conduct regular Operation & Maintenance (O&M) exercises for “Kohima Solid Waste Management Facility at Lerie”, funded under the ADB assisted program, with immediate effect.

According to DIPR, a Board of Directors (BoD)

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shall be constituted for overall monitoring, operations and technical support of the facility under KSWMA with a designated managing director.

The managing director shall be authorized to “take up” a plant manager and assistant plant manager for day to day operations and technical support of the facility, to be hired on a contract basis. The KSWMA will also engage labourers as required for segregation and operations of the facility. In order to build up local capacity,

KSWMA can also consider designating a deputy plant manager to be provided through Entrepreneurs Associates. KSWMA shall maintain a separate book of accounts for maintenance of the facility.

The KMC shall also depute sanitary inspectors and other staff that may be required for undertaking responsibilities being entrusted to KSWMA. By-Laws shall also be framed for the KSWMA which should be submitted to the government within 30 days for approval.

area.”

The DC Zunheboto said that the orders are for strict compliance by concerned villages and that ADC Satakha has been entrusted with enforcing the same.

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funds will come from pockets Cong manifesto full of lies, hypocrisy: Modi NYAY of ‘chor’ businessmen, says Rahul

2014, it fulfilled the promise of the Congress by illuminating the 18,000 villages within 1,000 days.

Congress President Rahul Gandhi Tuesday released his party’s manifesto for the Lok Sabha polls, making job creation, addressing farm distress, bringing a single moderate rate of GST and giving Rs 72,000 per annum to poor families as key focus, if it comes to power.

Modi also attacked the Congress, alleging that it sympathises with those who insult India, and wondered whether its party symbol, the hand, is with the country or with those conspiring

against it.

“Those who burn the Tricolour and insult it, raise slogans of breaking India into pieces, play in the hands of foreign forces and vandalise statues of Baba Saheb (Ambedkar), the Congress sympathises with them, too,” he alleged.

The prime minister said unlike the Congress, the BJP never made false promises and kept its commitment of providing free LPG connection to nearly 60 crore women in the country, besides constructing toilets in every village and extending healthcare facilities under the ‘Ayushman Bharat’ scheme.

Rs 1.8 crore allegedly seized from Arunachal CM’s convoy

New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI): The Congress on Wednesday alleged that a “cash for votes” scam was busted in Arunachal Pradesh with the recovery of Rs 1.8 crore in cash from Chief Minister Pema Khandu’s convoy and asked the poll panel to register a case against Prime Minister Narendra Modi as well as the chief minister and his deputy.

Accusing the BJP of using “money power” to woo voters in the northeast, Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Sur jewala said Rs 1.8 crore was allegedly recovered from the chief minister’s convoy in Pasighat around midnight, hours before Modi was to address a rally there on Wednesday morning.

Khandu and his deputy Chowna Mein should be immediately sacked, he said and also sought the termination of the candidature of Tapir Gao, the BJP’s Arunachal Pradesh president who has been fielded from

the Arunachal West Lok Sabha constituency.

Surjewala showed two videos purportedly showing the cash being recovered in the presence of officials of the Election Commission, the local administration and the police.

The par ty did not vouch for the authenticity of the videos, saying they were available on social media. It also claimed the raid was conducted after Youth Congress workers complained to authorities in Pasighat.

There was no immediate comment available from the BJP or the EC on the recovery of the cash in a midnight operation.

Alleging a cash for votes scandal in Arunachal Pradesh, Surjewala said, “Facing imminent defeat, a desperate BJP is resorting to ‘money power’ in the northeast.

“A midnight raid on the convoy of BJP’s Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu, Deputy CM Chowna Mein

S H ILL O NG, A P R 3 (AGENCIES): NEIGRIHMS Resident Doctors’ Association (NRDA) on Wednesday has called for an indefinite total shutdown of services, except for emergency services, from April 4 morning following the “failure” of the administration to address the grievances faced by the resident doctors.

Setting an ultimatum before the Ministr y of Health and Family Welfare, NRDA stated that the shutdown will continue till the incumbent director, Dr DM Thappa is removed and repatriated from the post.

In a letter submitted to secretary ministry of Health and Family Welfare, on April 3, NRDA apprised the former of the various “discrepancies” in the functioning of the premier health institute in the Northeast, a TNT report stated.

NRDA raised several issues like lack of fully functional super specialty departments, de-recognition of PG seats in series, resignation of faculties in series from various departments, “forceful” removal of faculties, shortage of manpower in the emergency department besides others.

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Agatha ‘non-performing person’: former RBI official

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Tura (Meghalaya), Apr 3: Former Reserve Bank of India Chief General Manager, Beryl Sangma on Wednesday described former Union Minister and National People’s Party (NPP) candidate, Agatha Sangma from Tura Lok Sabha seat as “nonperforming person”.

Agatha, 38, who is the younger sister of Chief Minister Conrad Sangma and daughter of former Lok Sabha Speaker Purno Sangma, was elected twice to the Lok Sabha from Tura and served as a minister in the UPA-II government.

Quoting Parliamentary Research Studies, the former RBI official said “Agatha Sangma’s attendance was only 49% and number of debates zero, number of questions asked was also zero during her tenure as an MP.” “What was Agatha doing in New Delhi as a MP,” Berly asked.

“That is why people started calling NPP as Non-Performing- Party and Agatha Sangma as Non-performing person.

She has not done anything neither she has any credibility or capacity to do anything to speak for the people in the parliament and bring developmental works for Garo Hills,” “She has proved herself to be incapable of holding this post of MP. While Dr.Mukul Sangma has been nationally known as incumbent Chief Minister and the “Do-er” and we need people like him to represent us in the parliament,” Beryl said. Agatha, who is pitted against Congress heavyweight and former Chief Minister Mukul Sangma, is supported by the ruling parties of the Meghalaya Democratic Alliance barring the Bharatiya Janata Party.

The BJP is fighting the elections on its own.

Bokakhat (Assam), Apr 3 (PTI): Congress president Rahul Gandhi said on Wednesday that funds for the ambitious ‘NYAY’ scheme will come from pockets of “chor” businessmen favoured by ‘Chowkidar’ Narendra Modi.

Addressing a rally in the Upper Assam town of Bokakhat, Gandhi said the Congress, if voted to power, guarantees to deposit Rs 72,000 annually to 20 per cent poor Indian families under the NYAY scheme.

“Modi had promised to deposit money in the accounts of people, but he has done it only in the case of some rich businessmen like the Ambanis.

“The money (for NYAY scheme) will come from the pockets of ‘chor’ (thieves) like Anil Ambani, to whom Chowkidar Narendra Modi has given money during the last four years...

We will deposit it in the accounts of the poor, particularly women, irrespective of their caste, class or religion,” he said.

The party has promised to roll out the Nyun-

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IMPHAL, Apr 3: To fight collectively on the common issues faced by the indigenous people of the region, a new body- North East Forum for Indigenous People (NEFIP) has been formed

by Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) of the seven Northeast states in Imphal.

The new forum was launched at North East Peoples’ Conference held in Imphal. Convenor Yumnamcha Dilipkumar of Manipur People Against Citizenship Amendment Bill (MANPAC) said that the forum will henceforth work together in fighting against government’s antiindigenous people policies and programmes.

The forum will also oppose the contentious Citizenship (Amendment) Bill and collectively stand against draconian laws, policies that are detrimental to the indigenous

We the Dimapur Nikonjan Changsu Yanhen Ekhung (DNCYE) extend our warm appreciation to Miss A. Mhonbeni Lotha, D/o Mr. & Mrs. Abemo Ngullie for your outstanding achievement and receiving a "GOLD MEDAL" in M. Tech in the Dept of 'Water Resource Development and Management' (Agriculture Engineering) under Assam University, Silchar.

The Union pray and wishes you a bright future endeavor.

(S. Eyingo Ngullie) Chairman Dimapur Nikonjan Changsu Yanhen Ekhung. (DNCYE)

KHAMI SEYIE KEHOU KIEKESHÜ (Matsa/Pietsa, Merhasü, Pukeyie, Payi, Teyi, etc) Pesoshüketuo : Khamima, Kigwema Village.

Teisozha :16th April’19. Thechü: Khamima Zake, Kevortei mu Zaru : 9:00 AM -10:00AM Kehoutei : 10:00 AM

Zou-o nuo KHAMI SEYIE KEHOU Khamima Thino nu kehoutuoü zhie. Süla Khami/ Khamvü-u nuonuoko Tenyimia teibou lha hanu kelhouko zo kemo Niathu, Niakra, Peso, Pekhro phe rüna chü lhoutuo keta peteko rüna puonu mia 3 (se) bu kehou hanu vorbei nu kieshü yawe.

Kiekeshü : Khami Seyie Krotho Nagaland.

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NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMANTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (SECTION 375 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925).

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Rahul Gandhi being felicitated with a traditional Assamese Japi (hat) at Bokakhat, in Golaghat, Wednesday. (PTI)

tam Aay Yojana (NYAY) scheme, under which Rs 72,000 would be deposited in bank accounts of the women belonging to poor families, annually.

The Congress chief said the rich people employ ‘chowkidars’ (watchmen), which the prime minister has turned into for them.

He said the country was witnessing the worst unemployment scenario and promised that his Congress party would ensure facilities for youths to start their own

businesses.

He also said the Congress, if voted to power, would not allow the contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill.

The Congress will restore special status of Northeastern states and bring in an industrial policy to make the region a manufacturing hub, he said.

Gandhi also said the Congress committed to ensuring minimum wages for tea garden workers that PM Modi had failed to fulfil.

Forum for NE people launched

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NEIGRIHMS resident doctors call for strike

and BJP Arunachal President Tapir Gao has found Rs 1.8 crore in stacks of hard cash that exposes the brazen corruption and poll violation, as PM Modi holds a rally in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh.”

He said the party demands that a case be registered against the prime minister, the chief minister and the deputy chief minister.

“Why is the Election Commission sleeping and not taking action in the matter and not registered a case so far. Why is the case being hushed up?” he asked.

According to the Congress leader, the videos emerged on social media and showed the cash being counted by police officers in the presence of Election Commission’s Expenditure Officer Samrita Kaur Gill.

Pasighat Deputy Commissioner Kinny Singh is heard talking in the video and stacks of cash are visible, he said.

market,” the PM said.

Elaborating on the development plans of Arunachal Pradesh, he said the BJP government’s vision for the state is connectivity, resources and respect.

The prime minister said the state is on the growth path now with many mega projects like the Advance Landing Grounds (ALGs) at Pasighat and Tezu, train connectivity between Naharlagun and Guwahati, and Naharlagun and New Delhi.

Asserting that he is committed to safeguard the tribal tradition and culture, Modi said he had visited the region “more than 30 times” in comparison to his predecessors, because of the love and affection he shares with the people of the North East.

Elections to Arunachal Pradesh’s 57 assembly seats and two parliamentary constituencies will be held simultaneously on April 11. Three BJP candidates were elected unopposed to the 60-member House, after the final date of withdrawal of candidature on March 28.

In the Court of Shri. Albert Ezung Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur District, Nagaland Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Late Longkumtoshi, Deceased, has been filed by Smti. Lemajungla relation Daughter R/o H/No - 111 Bank Colony, Dimapur to draw his/her Family Pension, Bank Acct, etc, who expired on 12-01-2019.

Notice is hereby given that any person having interest in the administration of the estate of the said deceased, may if he/she so desire may appear in this court within 30 days, on the said day of 13/03/2019.

Given under the hand and seal of the court this 12 day of 02/2019.

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people of the Northeast.

Yu m n a m c h a a l s o added the forum will also act as a common platform to protect the rights, heritage and culture of the people of the region.

Ningthouja Lancha of Manipur will act as the convenor of the core committee and three representatives of each seven states as members.

The structure of the forum and its functionaries will be finalised after another round of meeting

to be held in Meghalaya, he said. The aims and objectives of the forum will also be chalked out in the next meeting, he added.

Meanwhile, the first meeting of the forum was held on Wednesday, where the members resolved to support the campaigns for the implementation of Inner Line Permit System (ILPS), National Register of Citizens (NRC) or similar mechanism which some states of region are currently demanding.

Happy Birthday Aren, Best wishes from Mum, Dad, brother and grandma.

Thanks in advance, Oommen

DECLARATION AND CORRECTION OF NAME

R/N 1913 Date 15/09/17 I, Solomon Hamli P, son of Paul Phakyei Phom of Yongnyah Village under Longleng District Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:That, my name is Solomon Hamli P as used in all my official records and documents.

That my name was wrongly entered as Hamli Phom in SBI Passbook due to clerical mistake, it should be corrected as Solomon Hamli P. That the above mentioned names are one and same person which is referred to me.

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INFORMATION

This is to inform all the registered members of Landowners Pattadars forum (army occupied) who have not yet submitted, to submit necessary land documents for submission to DC's Office on or before 10th April 2019 to Dr. LA Kikon, Khushiabill, Dimapur, Contact : No. 9436004911, 7005053101 and Vizolie Mepfuo, Tin Pati, Kohima Contact No. 8974452812.

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With immense pride and honour, the Chuchuyimlang Mejongenshi Aso Kidong would like to congratulate, Wb. Mayang Lima S/o Late Limakumzuk & Wt. Imsusangla on being appointed as the First Upa-Lokayukta of the State by the Governor of Nagaland.

The Chuchuyimlang Mejongenshi Aso Kidong prays that the Almighty God continues to guide and bless him and his family in their future endeavours.

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PM Narendra Modi during a public rally, at Pasighat, in East Siang district, Wednesday. (PTI)

“Under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, about three lakh people in Arunachal Pradesh were covered, who were provided free treatment to the tune of Rs 5 lakh per family,” he said.

Every house in the state has been illuminated with electricity after 70 years of Independence, Modi claimed.

Modi said he does not claim to have completed all the developmental work since becoming prime minister, but, “I can say that I am a man who can withstand any challenge the country faces, and plan and execute all works with dedication and commitment”.

Accusing the Congress of neglecting the North East region, especially Arunachal Pradesh, he said the state never found its place in the “dil” (heart) of the grand old party.

The prime minister charged that the Congress was fooling farmers in the name of votes, whereas the BJP government has always been with them.

“We never committed the sin of betraying farmers but we introduced the mechanism from seed to

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LAMHAI & DUNGKI VILLAGE COUNCILS PEREN : NAGALAND

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The Lamhai & Dungki Village Councils with immense pride and honour would like to express our heartiest Congratulation to Shri. Kelei Zeliang, S/o Shri. Lt. Ichui Zeliang on being promoted to the post of Commissioner & Secretary, Govt. of Nagaland.

The Village Councils would also like to thank the Govt. of Nagaland for extending sincere efforts in promoting him.

May the Almighty God grant him & his family long and blessed life.

1. Namgong Ipuing Chairman, Dungki Village Council.

Peren : Nagaland.

2. Haibamko Chairman, Lamhai Village Council.

Peren : Nagaland.

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Pasighat (Arunachal Pradesh), Apr 3 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday tore into the Congress, terming its manifesto as a “hypocrisy document” which was “full of lies”.

Addressing his second rally in Arunachal Pradesh within a week, the prime minister said the upcoming Lok Sabha polls will be about the choice between “trust and corruption, and about resolution and conspiracy”.

Referring to the Congress manifesto for the 2004 Lok Sabha elections, Modi said it had promised that every house would have electricity by 2009.

“However, till 2014 around 18,000 villages in the country were still to be electrified... Just like them (the Congress), their manifesto is corrupt and full of lies. Therefore, it should be called hypocrisy document (dhakosla patra), not a manifesto,” Modi said at the rally here, around 220 km from state capital Itanagar.

During his address, Modi said with the NDA coming back to power in

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Modi hits Mamata; Didi strikes back

Narendra Modi and Mamata Banerjee. (File) to Lok Sabha, third largest after Uttar Pradesh’s 80 and Maharashtra 48.

“I have not been able to ensure development of Bengal in the same speed as in the rest of the country.

“The reason for this is that in Bengal there is a speedbreaker, and this speedbreaker is known as Didi,” Modi said attacking chief minister Mamata Banerjee, who is fondly called “Didi” (elder sister).

The PM stressed that she must be voted out of power to remove any impediment in the path of prosperity of the people of Bengal. Pleased at the turnout at his maiden rally in the

state after announcement of Lok Sabha polls, he said “if I had not come here to see the huge crowd, I would not have realised that didi’s boat is drowning.”

Meanwhile West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Wednesday launched a blistering attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi describing him as “Expiry PM”, and strongly contested his allegations against her as being a ‘speedbreaker’ in the path of state’s development.

Banerjee gave point-by-point rebuttal of charges levelled

by Modi at rallies at Siliguri and later at Kolkata’s Brigade ground during the

Back full statehood for Delhi: AAP urges Cong

Maken confident of Congress-AAP tying up in Delhi

New Delhi, Apr 3 (IANS): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Wednesday wrote to Congress President Rahul Gandhi asking him to support full statehood for Delhi.

AAP Delhi Convenor Gopal Rai said the Congress in its manifesto, released on Tuesday, had made a U-turn.

“While you are talking about NYAY (justice) for the country, I would like to draw your attention towards Delhi, the national capital of India, and the residents of which have been subjected to decades of injustice, which crossed all limits during the last five years,” Rai wrote.

He said the Congress didn’t touch the issue in the manifesto.

“Under the topic titled, Federalism and Centre State Relations, your party has promised full statehood for Puducherry. For Delhi, how-

Gopal Rai (File) ever, your manifesto states: The Congress promises to amend the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Act, 1991 to make it clear that the Lieutenant Governor shall act on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers, except in matters concerning the three reserved subjects,” he said.

Rai said, “It is extremely disappointing that after having promised full statehood for Delhi for decades, the Congress has now gone back on its promise.”

New Delhi, Apr 3 (IANS): Congress’s former Delhi unit chief Ajay Maken on Wednesday expressed confidence that his party and the Aam Aadmi Party will form an alliance for the seven Lok Sabha seats in the national capital to defeat the BJP. “I am confident that a Congress-AAP alliance is finally possible. I am in favour of it,” Maken told IANS. His comments came a day after Congress President Rahul Gandhi said that the party was “open and flexible” on the issue of alliances.

Gandhi, asked about the uncertainty over an alliance with AAP in Delhi at the function to release the party manifesto on Tuesday, said that the Congress has been open on forging alliances and has done it across the country.

day, to nail the “lies” spoken about performance of her government.

The war of words between Modi and Banerjee heated up the battle of Bengal in the ongoing general election. Bengal sends a total of 42 members to Lok Sabha, the third largest after Uttar Pradesh’s 80 and Maharashtra 48.

Modi kickstarted BJP’s campaing in the state Wednesday launching onslaught on TMC supremo.

Banerjee, whose partymen see her a PM candidate, preponed start of poll campaign in the state with a rally at Dinhata in Cooch Behar district to coincide with PM’s public meeting Wednesday.

Describing Modi as “Expiry Babu” and “Expiry PM”, Banerjee questioned what his government at the Centre has done for the welfare of people of the country. She dared him to participate in direct debate with her in television or in a public rally. She claimed that 12,000 farmers committed suicide during Modi rule in the country.

Rs 5 lakh bounty on self-styled godman Dixit: CBI

Jet Airways operating around 28 planes, says Civil Aviation official

New Delhi, Apr 3 (IANS): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has announced Rs 5 lakh reward for giving information about the whereabouts of self-styled godman Virendra Dev Dixit, who is accused of illegally confining several girls and women and raping them at his ashram here, the agency said on Wednesday.

Dixit is on the run since the Delhi Police registered an FIR against him in December 2017. The CBI took over the case and lodged three FIRs against Dixit in January last year following the Delhi High Court’s order.

The agency had also issued a lookout circular against Dixit in February last year.

Dixit’s Adhyatmik Vishwa Vidyalaya was in the news in December 2017 after the Delhi Police, along with the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), rescued around 40 women from there. Dixit owns the ashram located in Delhi’s Rohini area.

New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI): Cash-strapped Jet Airways is operating 28 planes, including 15 aircraft in the domestic routes, Civil Aviation Secretary Pradeep Singh Kharola said on Wednesday.

Earlier in the day, Kharola said that less than 15 planes of the airline were flying.

Jet Airways, where the lenders are set to take control as part of a debt resolution plan, on Tuesday disclosed that it has grounded 15 more aircraft due to non-payment of lease rentals. Asked about the active fleet of Jet Airways, Kharola, on the sidelines of an aviation conference in the morning, said, “yesterday, it was 28”.

When told that the airline has announced grounding 15 more aircraft, he said that then the current fleet would be “less than about 15”.

In the evening, Kharola clarified to PTI that Jet Airways is operating around 28 planes and out of them, about 15 are operating in

Pradeep Singh Kharola (File) the domestic routes.

On the sidelines of the conference here, the civil aviation secretary also said that Jet Airways’ ability to fly international operations needs to be “examined”.

In the afternoon, a DGCA spokesperson said Jet Airways continues to fly 28 aircraft as on date.

“The 15 aircraft reported is already accounted for and was only informed to the stock exchanges by Jet Airways yesterday,” the spokesperson said.

On Tuesday evening, the airline informed the stock exchanges that it has grounded 15 more aircraft due to non-payment of

lease rentals. Now, the total number of planes grounded on account of default in lease rental payments, as disclosed by the airline, stands at 69.

In a statement issued in the afternoon, Jet Airways said, “as informed to the regulator (DGCA), the airline is operating a curtailed schedule with sufficient number of aircraft, and is compliant with applicable guidelines”.

The airline issued the statement saying that it would like to clarify certain speculative media reports with respect to its ability to operate on international routes. It did not provide the number of operational planes.

Jet Airways, which is grappling with acute financial woes, had a fleet of around 119 planes.

On March 25, Jet Airways’ board approved a debt-resolution plan under which the lenders would take control of the airline and also make an immediate fund infusion of Rs 1,500 crore.

PM Modi can’t win over DMK government to probe Jayalalithaa death: M.K. Stalin Kashmiris with guns: Azad Chennai, Apr 3 (IANS): A DMK government in Tamil Nadu will order a probe into the death of Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, DMK President M.K. Stalin announced on Wednesday.

Addressing a rally in Tiruppur, about 465 km from here, Stalin insisted that there will be a change of government in Tamil Nadu after the Modi government is defeated in the Lok Sabha elections.

“One thing is sure -soon after a change of government at the Centre, there will be a change of government in the state. Then the problems of people will be

M.K. Stalin (File) sorted out.” The Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly said: “Once the DMK returns to power, a probe will be ordered into death of Chief Minister Jayalalithaa.”

Jayalalithaa died in a hospital in December 2016

following a prolonged illness. Stalin said waiver of gold loans, taken by landless farmers from cooperative and public sector banks, would be added to the party manifesto.

Meanwhile Stalin on Wednesday said there would be a change of government in Tamil Nadu soon after a change at the Centre after Lok Sabha polls.

Addressing a rally in Tiruppur, about 465 km from here, Stalin said: “One thing is sure -- soon after a change of government at the Centre, there will be a change of government in the state. Then the problems of people will be sorted out.”

K u p wa r a , A p r 3 (IANS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi cannot win the hearts of Kashmiris by using guns, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister and Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad said on Wednesday.

Addressing an election gathering in this northern district, Azad said: “Modi wants to win the hearts of Kashmiris with the gun.

Nobody can win hearts with the help of the gun.

Ghulam Nabi Azad (File) There was one in Germany who used guns but ended up killing himself.

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Siliguri/Dinhata, Apr 3 (PTI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday made a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee describing her as a “speedbreaker” in the path of development of the state and insisted she has to go to ensure speedy development of Bengal like rest of the country.

Modi also took on the Congress over its manifesto that talks about reviewing some clauses of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), saying it acts like a “shield” for the security forces in the fight against terrorists and make the soldiers vulnerable.

He also took potshots at Trinamool Congress president as well other opposition leaders for expressing doubts over Balakot airstrike to avenge Pulwama terror attack and mockingly said “more than pain felt in Rawalpindi, it was felt by Didi in Kolkata”.

Modi’s sharp attack on TMC chief came as he kickstarted BJP’s election campaign in the West Bengal which sends 42 members

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Nagaland Post Vol. XXIX NO. 117 Dimapur, $$DAy$$, APRIL 4, 2019

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Review and repeal

or people of Nagaland in particular and some states in the north east in general, the Congress manifesto, that promises to review and amend the Armed Forces(Special Powers)Act is welcomed.

However, the BJP, which strongly opposes any tinkering with the Act, has slammed Congress and accusing it of being anti- national. The Armed Forces Special Powers Ordinance of 1942 was promulgated by the British on August 15, 1942 to suppress the Quit India Movement. After independence , the Armed Forces (Assam and Manipur) Special Powers Ordinance 1958 was promulgated in the Naga Hills by the President Dr. Rajendra Prasad on May 22, 1958 and later replaced by the Armed Forces (Assam and Manipur) Special Powers Act, 1958 on September 11, 1958. The Act has been hanging like Damocles’ Sword over the heads of the Nagas since then. It also extends throughout Assam, Mizoram and Nagaland including districts of Changlang, Longding and Tirap in Arunachal Pradesh but withdrawn from Meghalaya, Imphal Municipal Council area and Tripura. The Act is synonymous with the terrible inhuman sufferings faced by Nagas at the hands of security forces throughout the then Naga Hills. Security forces committed heinous crimes against innocent and helpless Naga villagers such as torture, rapes and horrific killings during the turbulent era. The world was kept in the dark since no media reported the terrible inhuman suffering experienced by the Nagas.

Even if those responsible for such inhuman crimes had been booked, they would have escaped from being tried because the Act provided a protective cloak.

Various human rights activists had highlighted the draconian features of the Act which empowers any commissioned officer, warrant officer, non-commissioned officer or any person of equivalent rank, with draconian and unchallenged powers to search without warrant, arrest, destroy and even kill even with the slightest of suspicions but insulated from being tried for such crimes. It was during the UPA-I that a five-member Justice Jeevan Reddy committee which was constituted on November 19,2004, headed by Justice Jeevan Reddy (a former judge of the Supreme Court) to do into various draconian aspects of the Act. The Committee submitted its report on June 6,2005 and recommended repeal of AFSPA. However, surprisingly it had also suggested making amendments to the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 (UAPA) to achieve the purpose of AFSPA. The committee recommendation was accepted by the 2nd Administrative Reforms Commission headed by Veerappa Moily then union minister of law.

Despite the then UPA government’s inclination to do away with the draconian clauses of AFSPA, the Government was not able to act on the recommendations, due to strong opposition from army and other security and intelligence agencies. The Supreme Court had in 2018 dismissed three petitions filed by over 750 army personnel challenging its decision in July 2016 to dilute the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), maintaining that the Act must not give officers the right to use “excessive or retaliatory” force. In July 2016, the top court asked for a thorough probe into the alleged killings in Manipur and held that “excessive or retaliatory” force by the armed forces was not permissible. It also noted that democracy would be in grave danger if citizens were killed merely on suspicions. In memory of thousands of innocent victims of the Act, it is only befitting that a civilised law replaced the draconian Act to ensure that people of the north east and Kashmir are treated like fellow citizens.

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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Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds. ~ Gordon B. Hinckley

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2019

Post-mortem

NNC open letter to R N Ravi

Dear Sir, We, the undersigned for and on behalf of Naga National Council (NNC), under the leadership of NNC President, Gen. (Retd) Thinoselie M. Keyho wish to state that we are extremely grateful for your honest public declaration of India’s position on behalf of Govt. of India on “Naga politics” at Pune as Chief Guest at the General Lachit Barphukan Memoral Lecture, as published in the Nagaland Posts on 21st December, 2018 quoting from “Times of Assam”. The same is hereby quoted as under (quote) “the Naga Framework Agreement signed between the Government of India and NSCN (IM) was within the Constitution of India and the final settlement would be done considering all groups and neighbouring states, not just the Naga group alone…. . they have no option but either to keep fighting or surrender.. … the message was clear to those groups ……” (unquote). Mr.Ravi, your often repeated offer on behalf of Govt. of India for “sharing of sovereignty” with a provision for the “Naga Yehzabo” (constitution) and “Naga flag” under the Indian Constitution treating the Naga Nation as just an NGO is crystal clear, so we are to state that those offers and the threat to surrender along with the offer of lucrative rehabilitations are unacceptable insults absolutely irrelevant for the NNC, the only mandated Political Institution of the Naga Nation, hence we flatly reject it. We hereby apprise you of our irrefutable stance for your information.

1. We can understand your position as the Representative and Interlocutor for the Govt. of India. In your statement as quoted above, you have honestly and faithfully made India’s position clear without any ambiguity for the Naga people to understand, which we assumed was made for the welfare of the Naga people to avoid further miscommunication with the Govt. of India that Nagas may not be deceived repeatedly is highly appreciated.

2. Nagas are aware that from your long years of dedicated and intelligent study, which was part of your professional responsibility, you have a thorough grasp of the facts of Naga history which needs no further elaboration in this open letter.

3. If we put ourselves in the shoes of the Govt. of India we, the Nagas can see that India cannot be blatantly blamed in the first place for defending the disputed map of the new independent India which was made by the then British India without the consent of the

Nagas. It may be noted that a small portion of Naga homeland was unilaterally made by taking undue advantage of our hospitality and simplicity as a District of Assam in British India which was passed on to India’s new rulers when Great Britain terminated her Empire in the Indian Sub-Continent.

4. And if India were to put herself in the shoes of the Naga pioneers - defenders of their history, India should see that India cannot blame the Nagas in any case for taking the position they took in 1929 and 1947 before India became an independent nation, which they defended resolutely unwaveringly up to this day by making huge sacrifices due to the declared India’s wrong stand mentioned above as “either keep fighting or surrender’. Delhi has maintained this wrong stand for over 70 years.

Without recognising the historical facts and use of military power by the Govt. of India on the innocent Naga people as it is in the present case, we can clearly see that there can be no honourable, sustainable and acceptable solution to the Naga issue.

5. The Nagas were not and are not against India or being “anti-India” when they declared themselves to be a sovereign, independent people and a nation, because the position was justified by the facts of their history. The people of India should know this that the Naga people simply chose to be true to themselves and to dare to claim the right and privilege their history entitle them to claim and their defence of the stated status at immense sacrifices till date clearly shows what their struggle means to them.

6. India has no justification for treating the Nagas as if their struggle is “secessionist”, “hostile” or “anti-national” because Nagas chose to reclaim their pre-British status before the British left India. The Nagas were never a part of India or any other neighbouring nations or even the then British India before they made a “no more fight agreement” in their own terms and practices in their favour to restore peaceful co-existence with the British in 1880 after 50 years of battle to defend their honour, dignity and land. However, many years later, this agreement was unilaterally interpreted by the British by making a small portion of western Naga areas as a part of the eastern edge of the then British Empire in India and making the small portion of that Naga homeland as a District of Assam of British India without our consent. As such, the Nagas by absolutely non- violence and democratic means re-affirmed their stance

in writing in form of a Memorandum and declared on behalf of all the Naga people to “ Leave us Alone to Determine for Ourselves” before the British Statutory Commission headed by John Simon in 1929.

It undoubtedly means to say that the British were to “leave us alone for Sovereignty” as and when their departure from their South Asian colonies took place.

7. Therefore, under these premises, it is clear that Nagas demanding anything that is not theirs from India does not arise.

We are not asking India to give sovereignty or anything to us.

We only expect and humbly ask India to recognise the true facts of our unique history and leave us alone to determine our future by ourselves. In doing so India will not be losing anything that was part of the new India created by the British. We earnestly urge India not to unwisely use force to treat us as a people who “have no option but either to keep fighting or surrender”. You must mark our words today that we definitely have an option not to fight militarily but shall never-never surrender as threatened. Do not treat us as a part of the new India in any way which is terribly wrong on your part because we are not Indian and our territory was and is not a part of the new Indian Union as aforesaid.

We had to resist mighty India just in self-defence because we were compelled to protect our history, land, culture, dignity and identity not because we thought we could match India’s vastly superior force.

Moreover, Nagas cannot throw away what is most important for their proper growth in all dimensions of life just because it is too difficult for India to discuss the matter today. We can understand India’s problem who fail to understand the facts of our political history made before God. But that does not mean we are to treat our history as if it is not true or not important for our proper development in our own unique culture “the purest form of democracy” without any class system or caste system, as a people and a nation.

Yours Sincerely 1. Tsüpong Ao, Working President, Ao Regional Council, NNC; T. Oren Lotha, President, Lotha Regional Council, NNC; 3. Khriekhotuo, President, Angami Regional Council, NNC; 4. Nüveta Nakro, President, Chakhesang Regional, Council, NNC; 5.

K. Kent, President, Rengma Regional Council, NNC; 6.

Kugasiu, President, Zeliang Regional Council, NNC; 7. L. Musüzu, President, Pochury Regional Council, NNC

Lest the North-East fall asleep

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he Election Commission announces 2019 Lok Sabha poll dates beginning April 11. The Bharatia Janata Party (BJP) President Amit Shah declares: “BJP will make the Citizenship (Amendment) Bill (CAB), 2016 part of the party manifesto for the next elections and pass it on return to power this year.” (Nagaland Post) The CAB, 2016 seeks to amend the Citizenship Act, 1955 to provide citizenship to illegal migrants from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan who are of Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi or Christian extraction; Muslims are completely excluded. Could there be any ulterior or deceptive motive? I fear even the inclusion of “Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi or Christian” is just a cover-up; the Modi government’s primary interest is the Hindus from Bangladesh.

Having been defeated in the Raja Sabha, why is the current BJP Government determined to bring back CAB and pass it into law? Because that’s the only way they can control the North-East in general and the Church (Christians) in the hills in particular.

How? By allowing millions of Hindus from Bangladesh to settle down anywhere in the North-East as Indian citizens, thereby inhabiting the length and breadth of the eight North-Eastern States. Once the CAB becomes law, no government can stop the flow of alien Hindus to any state in the North-East.

Indigenous Assamese have been very alarmed about the growing non-Assamese population; Tripura already has her indigenous population reduced to perhaps less than 40%. Which State will be the next victim? How the North-East votes in the 2019 Lok Sabha election will either bury the CAB once and for all or bring it back to life to haunt us and even destroy the majestic land and the unique peoples of the North-Eastern valleys and hills.

To be sure, most of those Bangladesh Hindu refugees will enter Nagaland from Assam as has been the case with the Miyas who have been filling up the foothills all these years. It is absolute nonsense to say that Nagaland is already protected by Article 371A of the Indian Constitution as well as the Chin Hills and Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulations Act 1873. According to Mr. Hayithung Tungoe, former Naga BJP, “Presently, North East is infiltrated with 2-3 lakh illegal immigrants but as and when CAB is implemented, it would be swarmed by them.”

The battle for CAB has just begun -- the battle the NORTH-EAST must win and crush once and for all to save their indigenous land for posterity. In the valley the All Assam Student Union (AASU) must once more lead as it did in the 1980 Assam Movement, and not forgetting the courageous Meitei women (Meira Paibi, Nupi lan) in the Imphal Valley; in the hills the Church and the Student Unions must lead.

Thanks to Mizoram, Meghalaya and Sikkim for facing the BJP Government head on; sadly Nagaland has fallen short of the expectation. Are the 12 Naga BJPs part of the problem? This time the citizens of the North-East must in one voice let New Delhi know that we are masters of our God-given land, and we will never allow the current RSS-controlled BJP Government

or any government in Delhi to decide our fate. How long will the citizens of the North-East continue to live under the deception and suppression of the New Delhi Government?

To begin with, since when did the Government of India consider the North-East as genuinely an integral part of India? All we know is that since India’s independence from Britain in August 1947, New Delhi has always considered the North-East in general and the hilly regions in particular as buffer zones, strategically important from the defense standpoint but not as an integral part of the country of India. That’s how they have treated the North-East all these years. In Delhi’s mind, the real India did not cross West Bengal.

The classic example occurred in 1962 when the Chinese attacked NEFA (North-East Frontier Agency), now Arunachal Pradesh, and took Tawang.

Prime Minister Nehru and the Indian Army fled, leaving the helpless citizens of NEFA to fend for themselves. But who cared as long as mainland India was intact? Then the Chinese Army suddenly withdrew from NEFA. In the words of Nari Rustomji, “There can be little doubt that, had the Chinese wished it, they could have continued their advance on November 22nd and, within a matter of days, threatened the entire Assam valley by a series of thrusts through the four northern Divisions of NEFA. Their unilateral declaration of cease-fire with effect from midnight of November 21st was as surprising in its suddenness as their lightning putsch on November 19th and will remain one of the unsolved riddles of history” (Enchanted Frontiers, p.

292). What if indeed the Chinese had come and occupied the Assam Valley?

Where would India be today? It was divine intervention, not New Delhi, that saved the North-East. Sure enough, Nehru’s government officials and the Army came back. Maybe they said “sorry” for having deserted the tribals of NEFA in a time of crisis; I hope so.

But this time they assured them they would do everything to defend NEFA and its citizens. Of course, that was only after the Chinese Army had unilaterally declared ceasefire and withdrawn.

Since India’s independence in 1947, the Government of India’s treatment of the North-East has been worse than step-motherly. As for the Nagas, the experience can be labeled as “brutal,” even “hellish”, because tens of thousands of Nagas (young and old) have been killed by the Indian Army in the past 70 years of the Naga political struggle to free themselves from India’s forcible occupation of Naga territory in the 1950s. The Congress Party, which ruled India for over half a century, failed to solve the Naga problem, leaving only empty promises.

Coming to power in 2014, the current RSS-controlled BJP Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued with more empty promises such as that the Naga political issue would be solved within 18 months. Maybe if Atal B. Vajpaiyee were the Prime Minister today the Naga political problem might have been solved.

(To be concluded) Tuisem A. Shishak

Theological graduates in politics (From previous issue) In a very real sense, politics is one of the most important areas in which Christians demonstrate love to neighbor. In fact, how can Christians claim to care about others and not engage the arena that most profoundly shapes basic rights and freedoms? Caring for the hungry, thirsty, naked, sick and lonely is important to Jesus and should be to His followers as well. Jesus said, “As you did it to one of the least of these you did it to me” (Matthew 25:40).

Fulfilling the biblical mandate to love neighbor and care for the “least of these” should be a priority for every believer. Again, a holistic approach is essential. Loving neighbor includes volunteering at a homeless shelter, as well as influencing laws that encourage human flourishing.

Good government and laws are not negligible factors in the prosperity and freedom of a society.

For example, the majority of North Koreans are held in economic bondage by corrupt political

forces, whereas in South Korea, citizens are given liberty and a system that encourages prosperity. The people of North Korea need more than food pantries and improved hospitals; they need political leadership and policies that recognize human rights. Advocating for these changes in totalitarian countries is crucial for loving our neighbors in oppressed areas.

Obedience to the golden rule includes seeking laws that protect unborn children, strengthen marriages and families, advocate for the vulnerable, and provide opportunity for flourishing.

Politics is a means of effecting great change and must be engaged by theological graduates who love their neighbor.

4. Gover nment restrains evil and promotes good: Government derives its authority from God to promote good and restrain evil. This mandate is expressly stated in Romans 13:1-7. Elsewhere, Paul urges that prayers be made “for kings and all who are in high authority, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet

life” (1 Timothy 2:1-2).

Paul understood the need for Christian participation in government.

Government plays a role in the work of God’s kingdom on earth. Good government encourages an environment conducive for people living peaceably, whereas bad government fosters unrest and instability. Because of sin, the legitimate institution of government has, at times, been used illegitimately throughout history. However, numerous examples persist of Christians reasserting their influence and redeeming government to promote good and restrain evil.

In How Christianity Changed the World, Alvin Schmidt documents Christian influence in government. Examples include outlawing infanticide, child abandonment and gladiatorial games in ancient Rome, ending the practice of human sacrifice among European cultures, banning pedophilia and polygamy, and prohibiting the burning of widows in India. William Wilberforce, a com-

mitted Christian, was the force behind the successful effort to abolish the slave trade in England. In the United States, two-thirds of abolitionists were Christian pastors. In the 1960’s, Martin Luther King Jr., a Christian pastor, helped lead the civil rights movement against racial segregation and discrimination.

Carl Henry rightfully stated that Christians should “work through civil authority for the advancement of justice and human good” to provide “critical illumination, personal example, and vocational leadership.”

This has been the historic witness of Christians concerned about government promoting good and restraining evil.

Jeremiah 29:7 says: “But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” Referring to Babylon, the prophet recognized that secular government served a legitimate purpose in God’s plan for Israel. This is still true.

Today, good governments

promote literacy, advance just laws, provide religious liberty and allow churches to preach and teach. Good government can serve as a conduit for the furthering of the gospel and human flourishing.

Christian witness in the public square contributes transcendent values about moral and ethical issues. Christian withdrawal opens a moral vacuum susceptible to influences that pressure government to move outside the purview designated by God. Politics affects government,

shapes society and influences culture. Because of what the Bible teaches and the inevitability of its effect on our culture, Christians’ ministers must care about politics. Instead of electing the wicked, murderers, thieves for pocketing public money and properties!

Christian’s ministers if you are capable and if you care for the welfare of your people engage yourself in politics and rescue your people Luke 4:18-20.

(Concluded) Dr. Tiaren. Lusang

Reader’s Post Sir,

Fire safety

The recent fire tragedy in Kohima which completely razed down a house along with its properties is a lesson needed to be learned about fire safety. It is advisable for large buildings and houses to install fire extinguishers for emergency situations. Especially in places of hilly topography and narrow roads such as Kohima, it becomes difficult for fire services to reach on time. A sensible act today can save a life tomorrow.

Angu Suokhrie, Lower Agri Colony, Kohima

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

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NaMo TV carries the picture of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as its logo. (File)

of media that seeks to disturb the level-playing field during elections. The channel carries the picture of Modi as its logo. It was launched on March 31, nearly two weeks after the Model code of conduct came into effect and ahead of Lok Sabha polls beginning April 11.

The channel, available on various DTH and cable TV platforms, broadcast election rallies, speeches of the Prime Minister and interviews of

BJP leaders.Maintaining that “the contents are being broadcast in complete violation of the rules and regulations of cable televisions”, the Congress, in its complaint said the Union ministry’s list of permitted private satellite channels in the country did not mention NaMo TV, so either the channel “Content TV” is being broadcast as a “government-sponsored channel” or lacks official clearance from the ministry.

Value hard work, ethical earning: Rio

(From p-1) Commenting that Mon district was backward but not its people, he cited the example of Konyaks’ forefathers who were self-sufficient even before the advent of the British. In this regard, he urged the Konyak tribe members to strive and work hard and regain the past glory.

Social welfare, home guards and civil defence adviser Noke Wangnao, who attended the programme as a special guest, briefly narrated the significance of Aoleang and history of the Konyaks. He urged upon the gathering to seize the opportunity of such celebration to foster peace and cement unity within the tribe.

Meanwhile, the highlights of the day

included cultural displays by Leangha Union, Sheanghah Union, Tang Union, Totok Union, Hongphoi Union and Wakching Area Union, cultural exhibition and display of indigenous games and sports Earlier, a special number was presented

by Mon Chamber Choir and cultural dance presented by members of Ao community from Mon town.

The programme was chaired by KGOA president K Wango Langsym, invocation by KBBB executive secretary Rev. Chemyuh Konyak, welcome address given by KU president Manlip Konyak and significance of Aoleang explained by Moily Wangshu. Rio was also accompanied by a host of legislators.

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New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI): Monsoon rains may be “below normal” this year, Skymet, a private weather forecasting agency, said on Wednesday attributing it to the El Nino phenomenon.

The monsoon is likely to be 93 per cent of the long period average (LPA), it said. Anything between 90-95 per cent of LPA falls under the “below normal” category. LPA is the average of rainfall between 1951 and 2000, which is 89 cm.

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in its affidavit said that the changes made in several laws by the central government will have “serious repercussions” on transparency.

A bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi Wednesday said it will hear the pleas challenging the validity of the Centre’s decision on issuance of electoral

bonds for political funding on April 5.

It told advocate Prashant Bhushan, appearing for one of the petition-

ers, Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR), an NGO, that the matter would be heard by an appropriate bench on Friday.

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He said though Nagas appreciated the difficulties and realities of negotiations, several years of negotiations without a solution appeared unreasonable to them.

Condemning the BJPled NDA government for introducing CAB, Therie said it was a threat to Naga identity and that the Congress was committed to stall CAB and restore the “secularism” in the country.

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rights of the minority must never be sidelined,” he stressed. He told the crowd that NPF, though the single largest political party in the State, had decided not to field a candidate but instead support INC candidate KL Chishi. He said this was with the aim of forming a “combined secular force to defeat the candidate of communal forces openly working against the rights and identity of the Naga people”.

Rajya Sabha member KG Kenye, who spoke at the rally, said the contentious issue faced by the Northeast was CAB as it had put survival of the people of the region at stake. He said the Bill was an attack on the ethnic communities, “the indigenous population comprising tribal groups and sons of the soil of the region”.

Kenye also accused BJP of being insensitive to the feelings of people in certain parts of the country.

He asked the crowd whether they wanted to stand with a “communal” party (BJP) or a “secular democratic” party.

The MP also urged Congress to solve the decades-old Naga political issue urgently, remove CAB and revisit the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Acts, if it was voted to power at the Centre.

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E a r l i e r, t h e p r o gramme was chaired by NPF central vice president, Kruzakie Kelio, welcome address was delivered by NPF Kohima division president, Gonei-u Sirie while Neivizolie Chilie gave invocation and vote of thanks was proposed

by NPF Kohima division working president, Kelhouletuo Keretsü.

not give you empty promises, but I will give you my commitment that whatever I can do to help resolve this difficult issue, I will work with all stakeholders and try and deliver a solution.”

Zeliang, Kenye, Therie for early solution; scrapping of CAB: Speaking at the Congress election rally, opposition NPF leader and former chief minister, T.R. Zeliang asked Gandhi to accord “highest priority” to resolve Naga political issue at the earliest possible time, if and when Congress comes to power at the Centre.

Stating that 22 years of negotiation of the peace process between Government of India and NSCN/GPRN which was now joined by WC of NNPGs was long enough, Zeliang said there was no problem that could not be resolved if the parties understood each other’s difficulties.

Zeliang also appreciated Congress for vehemently opposing CAB in Parliament and ultimately managing to stop the Bill in Rajya Sabha. He said the people of Northeast, particularly Nagas, were grateful for the “wise decision” of Congress to protect the rights of the minorities in India.

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(From p-1) Also, speaking on the occasion, Keneizhakho Nakhro, MLA, maintained that NPF joining with Congress could be a blessing in disguise to let the secular forces come together and fight for the future of the Naga people.

He said the priority of the Naga people should be voting for the secular parties and defend the future of the Naga people.

Cautioning that at present many “fake leaders” were leading the Naga people, the MLA said it was high time the Naga people realise before it was too late. He also called for striving together and staying united with the “true leaders.”

Ex-MLA Kropol Vitsu slammed the purported statement of the chief minister Neiphiu Rio that BJP was more secular than the Congress.

“How far the chief minister can fool the Naga people?” he queried and said having more alliance with other political parties can never be termed as a secular party.

Stating that voting for PDA candidate was like voting in favour of CAB, the Ex MLA said “if we vote in favour of the CAB, a day will come when our generation will curse us.”

in 2019, special status and the industrial policy for the Northeast will be given back to you,” he said. Commenting on road conditions in Nagaland, Gandhi jokingly said he was told that Naga people remained fit due to the physical strain endured while commuting. He assured to improve the road infrastructure of the State.

Will work together with stakeholders to resolve Naga issue: On the Naga issue, Rahul Gandhi has assured the Nagas to work together with all stakeholders of Naga political issue and try and deliver a solution.

Referring to the decades-old Naga political issue, Rahul said the issue touched the Nagas “very deeply” and that it was “complex”.

Taking a jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi said he wanted to make a “clear commitment” to Nagas and not just mouth “empty words” like Modi. “I want to give you a commitment that I will work together with all the stakeholders. I will listen to all the stakeholders. With love and affection, I will work with the stakeholders and try to give you a solution for the Naga political issue as soon as possible,” he added.

Emphasising on his assurances, Rahul said, “I will

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New Delhi, Apr 3 (PTI): The Election Commission has issued a notice seeking a report from the I&B Ministry on NaMo TV, launched just weeks ahead of the general elections, after opposition parties including the Congress asked the poll body to direct the ministry to suspend the channel as it was violative of the model code of conduct. Sources said the Commission has issued the notice to the Information & Broadcasting Secretary on Tuesday evening giving time till Friday evening, as per the ministry request, to submit a report on the channel and its launch.

The EC will take a call on whether it violates the model code after going through the documents the ministry files, sources added.

Hours after the EC issued notice to I&B Ministry, the Congress accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of mocking and trampling upon democratic norms by “brazenly” running NaMo TV and asked the poll watchdog to put a stop at this “misuse”

(From p-1) Rahul also spoke about his party’s ambitious proposal for minimum income guarantee scheme or “Nyay” (justice) that promises to grant Rs 72,000 per annum to the poorest 20% families of the country earning less than Rs 12,000 per month.

Criticising the BJPled NDA government on the issue of contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill (CAB), he assured the people that Congress would not allow the Bill as it was a threat to the people of the Northeast and the idea of India as a country.

Encouraging Naga people not to fear the “attacks” of Modi, RSS and BJP in the form of CAB, Rahul promised that his party would work to ensure that nobody ever challenged or attacked the culture, language, spirit and religion of the Naga people.

He also came down hard on the Modi government for scrapping special category status and the industrial policy for the North-eastern States and for “destroying” Planning Commission.

He promised that if Congress was voted to power in 2019, he will restore both the status. “The moment we come to power

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nearly 50,000 cabs plied on the Delhi roads alone, which showed the intra city mobility potential.

So far, Qute has been launched in Kerala, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Odisha and now Uttar Pradesh. “By April end, we are looking at launching the vehicle in almost 15 more states,” he said adding since Qute had created the new quadricycle segment in the country, it required approvals in the respective states as well before being launched.

Quadricycle is a 4-wheel vehicle for low running cost, eco-friendly and safe alternative to intra city mobility by optimising size, weight and speed.

Launched in both petrol and CNG variant, Qute, weighing about 450 kg, is powered by a 216 cc 4-valve

water-cooled DTSi engine with closed loop fuel injection system resulting in higher fuel efficiency of 35 kmpl (petrol) and 43 km/ kg (CNG).

Qute’s 12-inch alloy wheels are designed for better road grip, while high strength monocoque body is touted to make it safer. It is positioned as eco-friendly with at least 40% lower carbon emissions than any car.

Qute carries ex showroom price (UP) of about Rs 2.66 lakh (petrol, commercial) & Rs 2.86 lakh (CNG, commercial) and is available for both personal and commercial registration. It will be available in 6 colours viz. Eco Green, Neptune Blue, Golden yellow, Arctic White, Bright Red and Jet Black.

the global oil benchmark, rose 0.48 per cent to trade at USD 69.70 per barrel amid OPEC-led supply cuts.

The dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, tripped 0.37 per cent to 97.00.

Forex traders noted that the RBI is likely to adopt a dovish policy stance Thursday, which could restrict significant appreciation for the rupee.

Below-normal monsoon forecast by private firm Skymet could also weigh on the domestic unit, they added.

Snapping their foursession rising streak, benchmark indices closed in the red Wednesday as investors took money off the table following forecast of below-normal monsoon this year.

The 30-share Sensex settled 179.53 points, or 0.46 per cent lower at 38,877.12, while, the broader NSE Nifty too pared early gains and ended 69.25 points, or 0.59 per cent, down at 11,643.95.

Meanwhile, Financial Benchmark India Private Ltd (FBIL) set the reference rate for the rupee/ dollar at 68.4896 and for rupee/euro at 76.8800.

The reference rate for rupee/British pound was fixed at 90.0204 and for rupee/100 Japanese yen at 61.45.

Mumbai, Apr 3 (PTI): The government and the Reserve Bank will have to bring in a new set of regulations to ensure that borrowers repay their debt on time following the Supreme Court striking down an earlier rule of the monetary authority, Niti Aayog chief executive Amitabh Kant said Wednesday.

Amidst a rash of announcements over income support schemes, the bureaucrat also stressed on the need to ensuring higher growth to fund such doleouts.

With the Supreme Court striking down (the February 12, 2018 RBI circular on NPAs) as ultra vires, the issue needs to be relooked by both the RBI and government to arrive at a new regulation that will ensure that financial discipline from borrowers should continue, he told reporters.

Speaking on the sidelines of a conference of the world federation stock exchanges here, Kant said such a move ensuring timely repayment and resolution of stressed assets is essential for

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Charlie further said that “the presence of more blue chip Indian companies such as Larsen & Toubro and Reliance Industries, among others emphasises the fact that these large firms are getting better at attracting millennials employees”.

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enth place, new entrants and homegrown internet and consumer services companies Swiggy and Zomato were ranked sixth and eighth, respectively.

Uber, another new entrant, took the fifth

spot, while, One97 Communications was at the fourth rank and Oil and Energy conglomerate Reliance Industries was at the 10th place.

Others on the list include consulting firm Boston Consulting Group (BCG) at 13th, Yes Bank (14), IBM (15), Daimler AG (16), Freshworks (17), Accenture (18), Ola (19), ICICI Bank (20), PwC India (21), KPMG India (22), Larsen & Toubro (23), Oracle (24), and Qualcomm (25).

“This year, half the companies are new en-

long-term growth.

Kant said a lot of work has been done by the government and the RBI to bring in financial discipline and good regulation to end crony capitalism.

In what is being seen as a jolt to the bad assets resolution framework, the Supreme Court Tuesday quashed the stringent RBI circular which mandated banks to recognise even oneday defaults and finding a resolution within 180 days failing which the account in question has to be sent to bankruptcy courts if it is Rs 2,000 crore and above.

The ruling by a division bench of Justices Rohinton Nariman and Vineet Saran has put a big question mark on the resolution of 70 large

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Flipkart India’s most preferred workplace; Amazon second NEW DELHI, APR 3 (PTI): Walmart-owned Flipkart is the most preferred workplace in India, followed by Amazon and Oyo in the second and third places, respectively, according to a list compiled by professional social media network LinkedIn. Internet companies dominate the top 10 spots in LinkedIn’s fourth edition of the ‘2019 Top Companies’ list for India.

IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) made its debut at the sev-

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accounts which together owe the system over Rs 3.8 trillion.

The ruling came on a petition filed by 34 power companies which alone owe Rs 2.3 trillion to banks.

Legal and industry experts have voiced concern over the order, stating that there was a marked change in borrowers’ behaviour after the circular was issued which would now change for the worse.

Meanwhile, on the rash of announcements on income support like the Congress promise of ensuring an annual income of Rs 72,000 each to poor families which account for 20 per cent of country’s population through the Nyay scheme, which would involve an outgo of Rs 3.6 trillion per annum, Kant flagged the need to look at growth.

You cannot have redistribution without growth.

If you don’t grow higher you will not have surpluses to put into these schemes, he said, adding the country needs to grow at 9-10 per cent as against the present 7 per cent, to generate such surpluses.

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L U C K N OW, A P R 3 (AGENCIES): Even as Bajaj Auto has commercially launched its quadricycle ‘Qute’ in the Indian market, the automobile marker is already holding talks with leading cab aggregators Uber and Ola for plying the new vehicle in the domestic ride-hailing segment.

In fact, the taxi aggregators are already piloting with the samples of Qute, Bajaj Auto general manager (intra city business) Rajiv Verma told Business Standard here adding the talks were likely to take some concrete shape by the end of this month itself, Business Standard reported. He said the ride-hailing space was expanding and there was huge opportunity for growth, which the company wanted to leverage. He said

Mumbai, Apr 3 (PTI): The rupee surged by 33 paise to close at 68.41 against the US dollar Wednesday amid the greenback’s weakness against key rivals overseas, even as oil prices firmed up on supply concerns.

This is the third straight session of gain for the domestic currency, during which it has strengthened by 89 paise.

At the Interbank Foreign Exchange, the rupee opened at 68.72 per dollar and advanced to a high of 68.37 during the day. It finally settled at 68.41, up 33 paise against its previous close of 68.74.

Heavy foreign fund outflows, rising crude oil prices and selling in domestic equities capped the gains for the rupee, forex dealers said.

“Oil prices rose for a fourth day, pushing Brent towards a nearly fivemonth high of USD 70 a barrel as support from OPEC-led supply cuts and US sanctions overshadowed a report showing an unexpected rise in US inventories,” said V K Sharma, Head PCG and Capital Markets Strategy, HDFC Securities.

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) remained net sellers in the capital markets, pulling out Rs 1,040.48 crore Wednesday, as per the provisional data.

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Venezuela’s Guaidó stripped of immunity

C a r ac a s, A p r 3 (Agencies): Venezuela’s opposition figurehead, Juan Guaidó, has vowed to continue fighting Nicolás Maduro’s “cowardly, miserable and murderous” regime after he was stripped of his parliamentary immunity – a move that potentially opens the door to Guaidó’s arrest.

More than 50 countries have recognized Guaidó as Venezuela’s legitimate leader since he launched his campaign to force Maduro from office in late January, including the United States, Britain and most Latin American governments.

But recent weeks have seen a growing crackdown from Maduro’s beleaguered administration, beginning with the arrest of Guaidó’s chief of staff, who has been accused of leading a terrorist cell that had plotted a wave of political assassinations.

That crackdown escalated dramatically on Tuesday evening as Maduro’s all-powerful constituent assembly voted to strip Guaidó of the legal protections he enjoys as a member of Venezuela’s opposition-controlled parliament. “The time for justice is coming,” said Tania Díaz, the assem-

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bly’s vice president. As the move to strip Guaidó of his immunity was confirmed, members of the Chavista assembly took to their feet and shouted: “This is justice!

Popular justice!”

Guaidó hit back, branding the move a “cowardly” attempt to stifle a popular uprising against a dictatorial government incapable of providing water, electricity and jobs to its people. Venezuela has been rocked by weeks of crippling nationwide power cuts that Maduro blames on imperialist saboteurs in league with Guaidó but most experts believe are the result of incompetence and corruption. “They think that by attacking me and attacking those around me … they will halt the hope of change in Venzeuela,” Guaidó told reporters outside his home in the capital, Caracas. “[But] the transition is underway … nothing will stop us.”

Guaidó urged supporters to respond to Maduro’s “brute force” with intelligence, audacity, hope and more street protests and said Venezuela’s armed forces now had a decision to make about how they responded to Maduro’s move. He said he had already spoken to “a dozen” foreign ministers and leaders about the development. “It won’t be with violence or intimidation that they stop us,” Guaidó insisted. “If we weren’t so close [to removing Maduro], the regime wouldn’t be so desperate.”

Since launching his campaign to unseat Maduro in January, Guaidó has been open about the potential dangers. “Doing politics in Venezuela is a risk and you can pay with your life,” he told the Guardian in February. “Obviously, there is a latent risk.”

But whether Maduro’s administration will decide to follow through with Guaidó’s arrest remains unclear. Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Guaidó and the United States has repeatedly warned that any move to imprison or harm him would be met with a “significant” response.

AI can help treat brain tumours, finds a study London, Apr 3 (IANS): Researchers have developed an artificial intelligencebased (AI) method for analysis of brain tumours, paving the way for individualised treatment of tumours.

According to the study, published in the The Lancet Oncology, AI machine learning methods, carefully trained on standard magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), are more reliable and precise than established radiological methods in the treatment of gliomas.

Glioma, a type of tumour that occurs in the brain and spinal cord, is common and most malignant of brain tumours in adults. “With this study, we were able to demonstrate the potential of artificial neural networks in radiological diagnostics,” said Philipp Kickingereder from the Heidelberg University in Germany.

Using a reference database with MRI scans of patients, the algorithms automatically recognised and localised brain tumours using artificial neural networks. The algorithms were also enabled to volumetrically measure the individual areas (contrast mediumabsorbing tumour portion, peritumoral edema).

‘100 %’ ready to shut down Mexico border: Trump

Washington, Apr 3 (AFP): President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is “100 per cent” prepared to close down the US-Mexico border, warning Congress and Central American governments to take action to stem the flow of migrants into the country.

Delays were already rising at several key border crossings as Trump ratcheted up pressure on Democrats in Congress to toughen US laws against illegal immigrants, threatening to hurt the US economy in the name of border security.

“It is a national emergency on the border,” Trump said. If Mexico does not stop migrants from transiting across its territory, and if Congress does not act, he said, “the border’s going to be closed, 100 per cent.”

“Sure it’s going to have a negative impact on the economy,” he said. “Security is more important to me than trade.”

Trump said Democrats were blocking reforms for political reasons but could fix the problem “in 45 minutes.” He was not specific, but Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen has asked Congress to give border officials the power to forcibly repatriate Central American illegal im-

Media multitasking may increase obesity risk: Study N e w Yo r k , A p r 3 (IANS): Do you keep switching between digital devices like smartphone, tablet and PC? Beware. A study has linked media multitasking to obesity. The study showed that mindless switching between digital devices could be associated with increased susceptibility to food temptations and lack of self-control, which may cause weight gain.

“Increased exposure to phones, tablets and other portable devices has been one of the most significant changes to our environments in the past few decades, and this occurred during a period in which obesity rates also climbed in many places,” said lead author Richard Lopez, postdoctoral candidate from Rice University in the US. The research, published in the journal Brain Imaging and Behaviour, included 132 participants aged 18-23 years.

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migrants, including children who arrived alone, back to their countries.

The threat to close the border, which handled some USD612 billion worth of trade in 2018, sent shivers through the economy, and drew warnings from allies of the president.

“Closing down the border would have potentially catastrophic economic impact on our country, and I would hope we would not be doing that sort of thing,” Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said.

His call was backed by the Chamber of Commerce, which said in a statement that while it backed immigration reform, closing the border “would inflict severe economic harm on American families, workers, farmers and manufacturers across the United States.”

Homeland Security officials said they were preparing for the possibility

of a shutdown of at least some border entry points as they divert staff to deal with the flood of migrants from Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador, expected to hit nearly 100,000 a month.

Nielsen cut short an official trip to Europe to return for meetings early Tuesday on the border crisis, and on Monday Acting Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan said he would be meeting Nielsen and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on the crisis. Officials said facilities for handling the migrants -- who for the moment cannot be sent back after they cross the border and request asylum -- are overtaxed and understaffed, creating hazardous conditions.

“We are in a full blown emergency. The bottom line is all options are on the table right now,” a senior Homeland Security official, who declined to be named, told journalists Tuesday.

“The volume of vulnerable populations that’s arriving is unsustainable...

The humanitarian situation cannot be ignored and the security situation cannot be ignored.” Trump said Mexican officials had reacted to his threat to close the border last week by clamping down on the caravans of migrants fleeing poverty and violence

in the three Central American countries.

Mexico “made a big step over the past two days,” he said, adding that they would have to continue if they don’t want the border closed. He also defended his decision to cut off “hundreds of millions of dollars” in US aid to the three countries, accusing them of arranging the caravans of migrants.

The three “don’t do anything for us,” he said.

On Monday, Nielsen ordered an “emergency surge” of personnel to deal with the situation, including moving 750 staff to areas of the border where the migrants arrive. Many were being diverted from official ports, leading to slowdowns in processing arriving visitors and commercial vehicles. Delays for incoming traffic were three hours at Brownsville, Texas, for the second straight day, and more than two hours in other areas.

On the Mexican side, Andres Morales Arreola, head of operations for border crossings in Chihuahua state, said the border between Ciudad Juarez and El Paso had “collapsed” because so many US border officials have been reassigned to deal with the migrant influx.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” 2nd Timothy 4:7 Words are inadequate, but through this column, we the bereaved family members of our beloved father Late Kelhouvikuo Kelio would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to every individual, organisations, churches, colony members, relatives, friends and well wishers who stood by us physically, financially, spiritually and constant prayer support from the beginning of his prolonged illness till his sad demise, he was blessed with nine children and sixteen grand-children. He was serving as an associate Pastor of Baptist Mission Church till his last breath.

Some of his achievements during his lifetime: 1. Retired Additional Secretary, Government of Nagaland.

2. President, Nagaland Pensioner’s Association.

3. Vijay Ratna Award Winner.

4. Founder Pinewood High School, Kohima.

5. First Chairman, PWD Colony, Kohima.

Born : 18/10/1932 6. Associate Pastor (BMC) Kohima.

Died : 15/02/2019 We convey our special gratitude to: 1. Mr. Neiphiu Rio and family.

2. Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu and family.

3. Mr. Chüpfuo Kense and family.

4. Er. Kezha Theünuo and family.

5. Mrs. Rüüvonuo Solo and family.

6. Rev. Kiezotuo Zhale and family.

7. Dr. Nunu Kuotsu and family.

8. Dr. Neiphi Kire and family.

9. Mr. Neibou Sekhose and family.

10. Mr. Mhalezothie Khezhie and family.

11. Mr. Fulutsu Tsürho and family.

12. Baptist Mission Church.

13. Rhieonuomia Mechü, L Khel, Kohima Village.

14. Kelionuomia Krotho.

15. PWD Colony Panchayat 16. Middle PWD Council 17. PWD Youth Organisation.

18. Upper, Middle & Lower PWD Youth Organisations.

19. Kohima District Pensioner’s Association.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone of you individually, but your continuous support will always be remembered and it is our sincere prayer that the Almighty God Bless you all abundantly.

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May turns to oppn to end Brexit impasse London, Apr 3 (IANS): UK Prime Minister Theresa May has decided to seek the opposition’s cooperation to end Brexit impasse in Parliament and in a letter to lawmakers on Wednesday blamed the situation on a lack of support from her own Conservative Cabinet.

May, who was expected to meet opposition Labour Party’s leader Jeremy Corbyn later in the day, was poised to ask the European Union for a further extension to the Brexit deadline from April 12 to no later than May 22.

Corbyn said he welcomed May’s “willingness to compromise to resolve the Brexit deadlock”, the BBC reported.

The Prime Minister’s move to hold talks with the opposition angered some Brexiteers, with Wales Minister Nigel Adams resigning from his role. In his resignation letter, Adams said the government was at risk of failing to deliver “the Brexit people voted for”.

He became the first senior government official to step down following Tuesday’s marathon Cabinet meeting, quitting as a junior minister and as an assistant Conservative whip.

Adams, in his letter, accused May of “cooking up” a deal with Corbyn “who has never once in his politi-

China says ‘working hard’ on Azhar’s listing Beijing, Apr 3 (IANS): China on Wednesday said it was working hard on the issue of blacklisting Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) chief Masood Azhar and again warned the US against pushing its own draft resolution at the UN Security Council.

The comments were made by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Geng Shuang at a press conference in response to a question about the US reportedly utilizing all resources to declare Masood Azhar an outlaw.

“China has been working hard with relevant sides and is making positive progress.

The US knows that very well. Under such circumstances, the US still insists on pushing the draft resolution, it doesn’t make any sense.”

Azhar is wanted in India for plotting deadly terror attacks. His JeM claimed responsibility for killing 40 Indian security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir in February.

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cal life put British interests first”. May’s decision to talk to Corbyn was a “grave error” and Britain would now “end up in a customs union” with the European Union, Adams said.

The Prime Minister was also due to meet Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford.

Sturgeon called for a long extension to work out the way forward - and a public vote on any deal - and Drakeford said he wants to argue for a closer long-term economic relationship with the EU. May said her move became necessary after the Cabinet meeting broke up with no agreement on how to break the deadlock.

It also came after MPs rejected her withdrawal deal a third time in Parliament, a defeat for the Prime Minister that was abetted by rebels in her own party and in the Democratic Unionist Party, her tenuous confidence and

supply partners.

“The question is how can we get Parliament to ratify the deal? The Government would have preferred to do so based on Conservative and DUP votes,” she said in a letter. “But having tired three times it is clear that is unlikely to happen.”

She acknowledged that some in the Conservative Party would be uneasy about the government’s decision to work with Corbyn.

Her last-ditch decision to offer Corbyn a chance to get involved in hammering out a Brexit deal that would command a parliamentary majority was tentatively welcomed by EU leaders, according to Efe news.

“Good that PM Theresa May is looking for cross-party compromise.

Better late than never,” said European Parliament’s Brexit coordinator Guy Verhofstadt. She said that her withdrawal deal would form the basis of any future agreement. May said that if it fails to pass for a fourth time, the House of Commons would be given a series of votes to “determine which course to pursue”.

In her letter, she said that any extension period must not surpass May 22 as to ensure that the UK does not have to participate in European parliamentary elections.

Malaysian ex-PM stands trial in 1MDB scandal Kuala Lumpur, Apr 3 (IANS): Malaysia’s former PM Najib Razak appeared in a court on Wednesday over alleged abuse of power and corruption accusations related to the 1MDB scandal. Najib faces 42 charges of corruption relating to a scandal in the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB), the sovereign fund he set up and allegedly embezzled billions of dollars from. As per the charge, the 65-year-old politician who led the nation from 2009 to 2018 diverted about 2.6 billion ringgit ($637 million) to private accounts.

Najib pleaded not guilty to all the charges. While he faces several criminal cases, Wednesday’s trial was the first in the scandal.

The 1MDB fund was designed to boost Malaysia’s economy through strategic investments, but it allegedly funded lavish lifestyles, a Hollywood film and a super-yacht. Najib’s lawyers made a last-minute bid to delay proceedings, but the judge ruled against that. Malaysia’s Attorney-General Tommy Thomas said the “near absolute power” Najib had wielded carried with it “enormous responsibility”.

“The accused is not above the law,” he said.

Brunei punishes gay sex with death

Homosexuality was already illegal in Brunei.

Ba n g ko k , A p r 3 (IANS): The sultanate of Brunei on Wednesday brought into force severe punishments under a new penal code based on sharia or Islamic law, including death by stoning or amputation applied to crimes such as theft, sodomy or adultery.

The reform of the penal code, which was first officially announced on Saturday by Sultan and Prime Minister Hassanal Bolkiah, does not appear in any of the media of the small Southeast Asian nation, reports Efe news.

The new laws include death by stoning for sod-

omy and adultery, amputation of the hand or foot for theft, and whipping for sexual intimacy between women among others.

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet said this week that the implementation of these laws “would mark a serious setback for human rights protections for the people of Brunei”.

Human Rights Watch Deputy Director for Asia Phil Robertson said: “This kind of law doesn’t belong in the 21st century. (It) will turn Brunei into a human rights pariah.”

The 72-year-old Sul-

tan, famed for his opulent lifestyle, said the measure will maintain peace and order and aims to “educate, respect, and protect the legitimate rights of all individuals, society or nationality of any faiths and race”.

The oil-rich sultanate began to introduce punishments based on Islamic law in 2014, with the first roll-out of amendments to less harsh sentences.

But an international boycott campaign against the sultanate’s business network, including a chain of luxury hotels in the US and Europe, led to a temporary suspension of the introduction of stricter penalties and capital punishment that had been set for the end of 2016.

It may be noted that Homosexuality was already illegal in Brunei and punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Muslims make up about twothirds of the country’s population of 420,000.

Brunei has retained the death penalty but has not carried out an execution since 1957.

1st DEATH ANNIVERSARY Late L. Amos Ao

Our hearts still can't accept that you are not with us anymore. You were our strength. In this one year, there's not a single day that we didn't miss you. It's not easy for us to move on from this pain.

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Loving Wife & Daughters

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We the bereaved family would like to express or heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to individual, friends, neighbors, relatives, churches, village communities and well wishers who stood by us during the illness and the sad demise of our father Late Lushan, who passed away on 24th March '19 to live eternal life with Heavenly Father, at Kusong Village.

Your love and concern in such depressing hours by supporting us physically, financially, materially and spiritually through 1921 – 2019 prayer will not go in vain.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and every individual but we pray that the good Lord bless you all abundantly.

"Son of soil produced uncountable values, wisdom brings peaceful atmosphere among the humanity and gives relief to everyone. That's why you prospered, Dad." DP-2574

-Loving Children, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Loved Ones.

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Rush for ‘Avengers: Endgame’: Ticket sales in chaos due to rush

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he Avengers weren’t prepared for supervillain Thanos and it appears that some online ticket sites weren’t ready for “Avengers: Endgame� because of the rush for the much-awaited superhero movie.

Pre-sale tickets for “Avengers: Endgame�, the latest film from Marvel Studios which opens on April 26, went on sale on Tuesday morning, prompting fans to flock to sites like Fandango and AMC to grab their tickets, reports cnn.com.

But those who logged onto Fandango found themselves in a virtual queue for some theatre chains. “You’re now in line for tickets,� a graphic on American ticketing company Fandango’s site read.

The graphic, which pops up after consumers try to buy tickets for certain theatres, says that ticket buyers will automatically be taken to the site when their turn comes. The graphic displays an estimated wait time, which varies from person to person.

Fandango was backed up but was operational, allowing consumers to grab tickets, even though many show times for the film’s opening weekend are already sold out. “Endgame� set Fandango’s first day pre-sales record overtaking “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.� It broke the record in only six hours, the online ticket seller reported on Tuesday evening. AMC’s website and its ticketing app, however, ap-

peared to be down because of the high demand.

AMC posted a tweet: “We want everyone to be able to grab their ‘Avengers: Endgame’ tickets, but it looks like we’ve gotten Thanos’ snap. We’re working on getting things back up and running, and in the meantime, please keep trying our website and our partner sites!�

Atom Tickets prepared their servers for the rush of online ticket sales, but it still wasn’t enough to handle the demand.

A spokesperson for Atom told CNN Business that “Endgame� has sold three times more tickets on its site in the first hour of pre-sale than “Avengers: Infinity War� did last year.

(IANS)

Global recorded music revenues hit $19.1 bn in 2018

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riven by the rapid rise of streaming services, global recorded music revenues grew by 9.7 per cent to $19.1 billion in 2018, the fourth consecutive year of growth, according to a new report.

Streaming revenue grew by 34 per cent and accounted for almost half (47 per cent) of global revenue, driven by a 32.9 per cent increase in paid subscription streaming, said the report released by music industry body the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) on Tuesday.

The findings suggest that music fans using services such as Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music are rapidly growing.

There were 255 million users of paid streaming services at the end of 2018 accounting for 37 per cent of total recorded music revenue. Growth in streaming more than offset a 10 per cent decline in physical revenue and a 21 per cent decline in download revenue, showed the “IFPI Global Music Report 2019�. “As music markets continue to develop and evolve, it is imperative that the appropriate legal and business infrastructure is in place to ensure that music is fairly valued, and that the revenues are returned

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Justice Department writes to Academy over Netflix row

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he Justice Department has warned the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences that its potential rule changes limiting the eligibility of Netflix and other streaming services for the Oscars could raise antitrust concerns and violate competition law.

According to a letter obtained by Variety, the chief of the DOJ’s Antitrust Division, Makan Delrahim, wrote to AMPAS CEO Dawn Hudson on March 21 to express concerns that new rules would be written “in a way that tends to suppress competition.� “In the event that the Academy — an association that includes multiple competitors in its membership — establishes certain eligibility requirements for the Oscars that eliminate competition without procompetitive justification, such conduct may raise antitrust concerns,�

Delrahim wrote. The letter came in response to reports

that Steven Spielberg, an Academy board member, was planning to push for rules changes to Oscars eligibility, restricting movies that debut on Netflix and other streaming services around the same time that they show in theaters. Netflix made a big splash at the Oscars this year, as the movie “Roma� won best director, best foreign language film and best cinematography.

An Academy spokesperson said, “We’ve received a letter from the Dept. of Justice and have responded accordingly. The Academy’s Board of Governors will meet on April 23 for its annual awards rules meeting, where all branches submit possible updates for consideration.� Delrahim cited Section 1 of the Sherman Act that “prohibits anticompetitive agreements among competitors.� He added, “if the Academy adopts a new rule to exclude certain types of films, such as films dis-

tributed via online streaming services, from eligibility for the Oscars, and that exclusion tends to diminish the excluded films’ sales, that rule could therefore violate Section 1.� Spielberg’s concerns over the eligibility of movies on streaming platforms have triggered intense debate in the industry. Netflix responded on Twitter early last month with the statement, “We love cinema.

Here are some things we also love. Access for people who can’t always afford, or live in towns without, theaters. Letting everyone, everywhere enjoy releases at the same time. Giving filmmakers more ways to share art. These things are not mutually exclusive.�

Spielberg told ITV News last year that Netflix and other streaming platforms have boosted the quality of television, but “once you commit to a television format, you’re a TV movie. ‌ If it’s a good show—deserve an Emmy, but not an Oscar.â€?

The letter ref lects concerns that the Justice Department has been concerned about the ability of traditional media outlets to limit competition from new streaming video entrants, even those that have grown significantly in recent years like Netflix and Amazon Prime.

(FoxNews)

NASA plans to land astronauts on Mars by 2033

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fter plans to land American astronauts on the Moon by 2024, four years ahead of its previous schedule, NASA now proposes to put humans on Mars by 2033.

At a congressional hearing on NASA’s budget in fiscal year 2020 on Tuesday, NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine cited the goal of putting astronauts on Mars by 2033, as a reason why NASA need to accelerate its Moon landing plan, Xinhua news agency reported.

Bridenstine said NASA was preparing a request for additional funding to achieve the 2024 ambitious Moon landing goal.

Last month, US Vice President Mike Pence urged NASA to return American astronauts to the Moon within five years (by 2024) and warned that if NASA cannot do it, it is NASA, not the mission, that must change. “The Moon is the proving ground,� said Bridenstine. “We can move up the Mars landing by moving up the Moon landing.�

However, NASA’s delayed development of its new heavy-lift rocket the Space Launch System (SLS) may mean additional difficulties for realising these goals on time, the report said.

(IANS)

Chad Kroeger loves performing ‘How You Remind Me’

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h a d K r o e ge r o f N i c k l e b a c k wa s honored as the “Most-Performed Songwriter� at the 30th annual SOCAN Awards at Toronto, Ontario, Canada’s Sheraton Centre Hotel.

The British Columbia resident was serenaded by country star Dallas Smith, who performed the Krogerpenned Nickleback smash

“How You Remind Me� at the event.

Asked by SOCAN how he wrote something as “crazy catchy� as “How You Remind Me�, Kroeger said: “Get lucky. Stars align. That song is such a monster. It’s taken on its own entity — it really has — and I’m just lucky to be associated with it. “People say all the

time, they’re always asking me, ‘Do you get sick of playing the hits?’ or whatever,â€? he continued. “And I always say, when I play the first note and everybody starts singing along at the top of their lungs‌ How could you be‌? No. Not even close.

It’s the most wonderful thing.

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(L-R) Some of the cultural troupes during the Aoleang celebration at Mon. An elderly lady attending the celebration. (DIPR)

Awareness concert on ban of plastic continues

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nother concert campaign on ‘No to plastic, Yes to clean election!’ was organised on Tuesday evening at Ward No.8, New Market colony by Kohima Municipal Council (KMC) in collaboration with Music Task Force (YRS), Government of Nagaland .

The campaign will cover all the 19 wards and a few prominent locations in the town.

A packed of crowd braved the rain and windy weather to witness the awareness concert as Cotton Country’s frontman Senti Johnny and soloists

Keziah Semy and Ngapgang Mannyu belted out evergreen hits by Kishore Kumar including, Yeh Sham Mastani, Tu Tu Hai Wahi and popular English numbers such as Prize Tag, I Will Come Back As Another Women, and Perfect etc .

Beating the cold, the singers enthralled the spirited crowd consisted of elders, youth and children who poured in to watch the evening show which left them asking for more.

Wawe - u Ke n ye, a member of Green Team Kohima speaking during the concert dwelt on the

theme, ‘No to plastic’, and highlighted the hazardous, ill effects of plastic pollution.

She said, plastic unlike other organic matters do not decompose for thousands of years thereby causing harmful pollution to living things.

Illustrating an example, she said birds and animals are found feeding on plastic wastages scattered in rivers, dustbins and other places and on consumption of these animals whether meat, fish or fowl could pose threat to human health.

Cautioning that plas-

tic is made from harmful chemicals, Kenye advised the gathering not to use plastic plate, cup, spoon, fork or bowl which people mostly prefer to use when it comes to common meal sharing during social gatherings, festivals, weddings etc. She suggested alternative ways of using the ones made of steel and paper and also put forward the idea insisting to use one’s own water bottle instead of relying on packaged mineral water bottle for health issues and also to reduce the buying of bottled water and also save money.

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Shah Rukh’s film ‘Zero’ to close Beijing film fest

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The festival, which will run from April 13 to April 20, will open with “The Composer�, a forthcoming Chinese-Kazakh co-production, as its opening title.

The decision to programme “Zero� in such a prominent slot underlines the growing success which Indian films are enjoying with Chinese audiences, reports variety.com.

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It features SRK as a person with dwarfism in a love triangle with a scientist with cerebral palsy (actress Anushka Sharma) and a famous actress (Katrina Kaif). “The Composer� is the first movie to emerge from a cooperation agreement between China and Kazakhstan under Chinese President Xi Jinping’s infrastructure-building project, the Belt and Road Initiative.

Directed by Kazakhstan’s Xirzat Yahup, it describes the life of a Chinese composer stranded in Almaty in the 1940s who strikes up a friendship with a Kazakh composer.

The line-up is a mix of Hollywood blockbusters (including all five “Jason Bourne� films and all four “Mad Max� titles); homage to filmmakers, including Akira Kurosawa and Alfonso Cuaron (with screenings of “Gravity� and “Children of Men�); and lesser-known works from countries including Indonesia and India.

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B’luru to take on chennai in Super Cup

Bengaluru FC will start off the proceedings confident enough to reach the semi-finals

the match.

Both teams go into the game on the back of different circumstances.

While Bengaluru received a bye in their Round of 16 clash against Mohun Bagan, Chennai City carry the advantage of having played a competitive game in the Kalinga Stadium.

“We’re all eager to play football. We, as coaches and players, would always want to play matches. It would be special to win two trophies in a season. We want to be competitive and try to do our best to reach the final and hopefully it can happen.

“It’s a tough competition because to win it, you have to win all the games. One bad day, and you are out of the competition. It’s like having to play three finals, but we are ready for the fight,” Cuadrat said.

C h e n n a i C i t y F C, coached by Akbar Nawas, secured their quarterfinal berth after a thrilling 4-2 win over FC Pune City.

Despite playing most of the second half with 10 men,

they managed to outsmart Phil Brown’s side to claim a late win thanks to Pedro Manzi’s hat-trick.

Spaniard Manzi will be Bengaluru’s biggest threat.

He was the top-scorer in the I-League with 21 goals from 18 games at more than one goal per game. In fact, his hat-trick against Pune in the Round of 16 clash was his fifth of the season, having bagged four trebles in the I-League.

“I’m quite aware of the qualities the foreigners bring to the Chennai side, especially Manzi. He is quite similar to Miku and both of them bring a lot more than just goals to their sides.

“Their movement in and around the box also helps teammates in creating more scoring opportunities. It will be an interesting battle for both the sides, in offence as well as defence,” Cuadrat said.

While Bengaluru might not have played a game in Bhubaneswar this season, they do carry forward an impressive record. It hasn’t

lost a game in the city and in fact, have a perfect record at the Kalinga Stadium, winning five out of five games at the venue, the most by any team. Chennai City, meanwhile, hasn’t lost to many teams as well, and if Bengaluru manage to get a win, they will become only the third side to beat Chennai this season.

“We know that Chennai have lost three times, and they have only lost against two teams in the I-League.

Real Kashmir and Churchill Brothers are the only teams to have managed to beat them. It’s a very good statistics, and shows how tough a side they are. We will have to try and be the third team to beat them,” added Cuadrat.

On the team news front, Bengaluru will be missing the services of defender Rino Anto who has picked up an injury and has not made the trip.

Charles Lourdusamy will miss out for the Coimbatore-based side after being sent off in the clash against Pune.

Women U-23 One Day: Nagaland beat Mizoram DIMAPUR, APR 3: In the last match of Round XI of plate group of the Womens Cricket U-23 One Day league at KIIT Stadium, Bhubaneswar, Nagaland defeated Mizoram by huge margin of 9 wickets.

Out of 8 matches in the plate group, Nagaland has won 6; against Manipur, Meghalaya, Pudduchery, Mizoram, Sikkim and Arunachal, but lost to Bihar and Uttrakhand.

After winning the toss , Mizoram elected to bat and were 80 all out in 47.4 overs with Sandhya Kumari and Omomi scoring 10 and 15 runs respectively. Sariba scalped 4 wickets for Nagaland, while Sheetal scalped 3 wickets, Merensola and Tulika accounting for a wicket each.

Nagaland reached the target in just 18.2 overs for loss for just one wicket with Tulika top scoring with an unbeaten 32 and Vaincy 17 not out.

The wicket taker for Mizoram was S Yadav.

AR distributes sports items

AR distribute sports items to youth of Chingnyu village.

DIMAPUR, APR 3: Mon Battalion of Assam Rifles under the aegis of IGAR (North) presented sports

items to the Youth Club of S/Chingnyu village on April 2 with an aim to promote sporting talent and to

encourage youth to utilize sports as a medium for recreation and overall growth of body and mind.

Athibung AR organizes send off ceremony

1st Nagaland Premier Badminton league postponed Kohima, Apr 3 (NPN) : The Nagaland Badminton Club (NBC) has stated that the 1st edition of the Nagaland Premier Badminton league slated to be held from April 24 to 26 at Indoor Stadium Kohima has been postponed to next month due to some unavoidable circumstances.

Nagaland Badminton Club president, Er. John Metha, in a press released informed participants and those concerned that the league will now be held from May 29 to 31.

Send off ceremony for shuttlers from Athibung.

DIMAPUR, APR 3: Jalukie Battalion Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (North) in collaboration with

Athibung Region Club (ARC) organized a send off ceremony on March 19 for two players who will participating in the

5th Ningting Cham Badminton Championship being held from April 2 to 4 at Tening Town Indoor Stadium.

Summer Cricket Tournament from April 6

DIMAPUR, APR 3: A tennis ball cricket tournament organised by Classic Brothers Cricket Club will begin from April 6 at local ground, Chümoukedima Town.The tournament will be played only on Saturday and Sunday.

Prize money for the tournament Champion is rupees 10,000 Interested teams and clubs can contact to the organisers on 7005079985/8413002017 for further details and information.

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Bhubaneswar, April 3 (IANS): Defending champions Bengaluru FC will have their task cut out when they take on neighbours Chennai City FC in a muchanticipated quarterfinal clash of the Super Cup at the Kalinga Stadium here on Thursday.

The match will pit the champions of I-League (Chennai City FC) and the Indian Super League (Bengaluru FC) against each other for the first time ever in a competitive clash.

“It will be a nice game with the winners of two different competitions of the country going up against each other. I’m sure it will be a good show for the supporters. We are aware of the qualities that Chennai City have, because we played them in the pre-season.

“In fact, they are the only Indian team to have beaten us in the pre-season.

We know that they are dangerous and can create a lot of problems for us,” Bengaluru FC head coach Carles Cuadrat said on the eve of

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MI snap CSK’s winning streak

Mumbai Indians became the first team to win 100 IPL matches.

MUMB A I , A PR 3 (AGENCIES): Jason Behrendorff starred on debut while Hardik Pandya shone with bat and ball as Mumbai Indians became the first team in IPL history to win 100 matches. MI snapped Chennai Super Kings’ winning streak this season with an emphatic 37-run win at the Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday.

Behrendorff removed Ambati Rayudu and Suresh Raina to rock CSK early in their chase of 171 while Lasith Malinga dismissed Shane Watson. Kedar Jad-

hav and MS Dhoni added 54 runs for the fourth wicket but the asking rate kept climbing steadily - it was going to be a massive ask against the likes of Lasith Malinga and Jasprit Bumrah towards the end of the innings.

Hardik Pandya had bowled brilliantly in his first spell, giving away only 6 runs off 2 overs. He struck with the first ball of his new spell to remove MS Dhoni and only a special effort from Kedar Jadhav, Dwayne Bravo and Ravindra Jadeja could have taken

CSK from from 87 for 4 in 14.1 overs.

Earlier, Chennai Super Kings pegged Mumbai Indians back early after MS Dhoni won the toss and decided to bowl. Deepak Chahar accounted for Quinton de Kock, Ravindra Jadeja snared Rohit Sharma while Imran Tahir dismissed Yuvraj Singh inside the first nine overs.

Suryakumar Yadav and Krunal Pandya however steaded the ship for Mumbai Indians with a 62-run partnership for the fourth wicket. The two

took their time but with a handful of overs left in the innings, Krunal decided to take the attack to the opposition. He fell for 42 in search of quick runs but Yadav went to hit a welldeserved 50.

A few lusty blows from Hardik Pandya (25 not out off 8 balls) and Kieron Pollard (17 not out off 7 balls) helped MI reach a total their bowlers would have been happy with.

But it wasn’t going to be easy for them with dew expected to cause some concerns. However, Behrendorff ’s early burst with the new ball meant CSK had to dig deep into their batting resources to win their fourth successive match.

Mumbai Indians had lost their opening match to Delhi Capitals but bounced back with a thrilling win over Royal Challengers Bangalore. Rohit Sharma was critical of his batsmen after the defeat to Kings XI Punjab in Mohali - on Wednesday, Suryakumar Yadav, Krunal Pandya, Hardik Pandya and Kieron Pollard ensured their captain could not complain again.

ATK rope in Jobby Justin for 3 years

Jobby Justin

K o l ka t a , A p r 3 (IANS): Former Indian Super League champions ATK on Wednesday announced the signing of East Bengal striker Jobby Justin on a three-year contract starting from June this year.

The 25-year-old from Kerala scored nine goals, the most by an Indian, in East Bengal’s runners-up finish in the I-League. The club also announced the extensions of Spanish duo (captain) Manuel Lanzarote and Edu Garcia along with Englishman John Johnson.

ATK Squad: Foreigners: Manuel Lanzarote, John Johnson, Everton Santos, Andre Bikey-Amougou, Gerson Vieira, Edu GarcAa; Indians: Aiborlang Khongjee, Arnab Mondal, Ricky Lallawmawma, Komal Thatal, Avilash Paul, Eugeneson Lyngdoh, Balwant Singh, Jayesh Rane, Pronay Halder, Hitesh Sharma, Pritam Kotal, Sena Ralte, Debjit Majumder, Ankit Mukherjee, Arindam Bhattacharya, Ashish Pradhan.

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Ex-France World Cup coach applies for India job

New Delhi, Apr 3 (IANS): The vacant seat of Indian national football team coach has attracted more than 200 applications. While many of the aspirants have considerable managerial experience, the biggest name among them, according to All India Football Federation (AIFF) sources, could be that of Raymond Domenech, who coached France to the memorable 2006 World Cup final.

“We have received applications from some top European coaches. Raymond Domenech is among them,” said an AIFF official. However, it could not be confirmed whether the application came from the 67-year-old himself or through his agent.

While Domenech is one of Europe’s best known coaches for his success with the French national team in 2006, he has also remained involved in controversies.

In the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, his decision to dismiss Nicolas Anelka from the team led to a volatile situation with the entire squad refusing to train under Domenech.

Infamous for having

Raymond Domenech

the knack of saying the wrong thing at exactly the wrong time, he was sacked by the French football federation immediately after the 2010 World Cup. An AIFF official said the process of selecting the successor to Stephen Constantine, whose three-year term ended with the Asian Cup final rounds in January, should be completed by the end of this month since the Indian national team is set to play a series of matches thereafter.

“Our idea is to first shortlist the candidates according to their credentials.

Priority could be given to those who are having UEFA licenses. Previous experience of coaching national teams, especially who remained among the

top 75 in FIFA rankings, would also help,” the official said.

There are re por ts that former Bengaluru FC coach Albert Roca could be among the frontrunners for the job as some senior footballers in the national teams favour his appointment.

At the same time, some officials in the federation are not sure whether a coach with limited national team experience would be suitable for the India job.

Roca had coached El Salvador for around two years from 2014 to 2016 before joining Bengaluru FC. Roca is not the only coach from an Indian Super League (ISL) franchise to show interest for the top India job.

Even before the AIFF could officially advertise, Spanish Antonio Habas and Venezuelan Cesar Farias sent in their applications through their agents.

While Habas remained the coach of ATK (then Atletico Kolkata) and FC Pune City, Farias, a former Venezuela national coach, managed NorthEast United FC.

Kohli needs Dhoni as anchor: BCCI official Malaysia Open: Sindhu advances, Saina out

Dhoni has been Kohli’s go-to man in tricky situations

New Delhi, Apr 3 (IANS): With Royal Challengers Bangalore losing their fourth successive game in this edition of the Indian Premier League, questions have been raised on skipper

Virat Kohli and his tactical acumen by pundits. Interestingly, Kohli has lost the last seven games that he has captained in -- three ODIs against Australia and four T20s in the IPL. What

makes matters worse is that he has not had former skipper M.S. Dhoni by his side in six of those seven.

While Dhoni sat out the last two ODIs against Australia, he has been leading Chennai Super Kings in the IPL. In stark contrast to Kohli’s fate, Dhoni and team have won all their games in the championship so far and are sitting at the top of the points table.

Even more interestingly, Dhoni showed his tactical superiority when he went into the opening game of the IPL with three spinners as Kohli misread conditions and played just one regular spinner in Yuzvendra Chahal. CSK won by 7 wickets.

Speaking to IANS, sources in the Indian team management said it is a simple case of Kohli be-

Barca play 4-4 draw with Villarreal

Messi, Suarez score late in 4-4 draw for Barca at Villarreal.

Villarreal (Spain), Apr 3 (IANS): La Liga leaders FC Barcelona needed a pair of late goals to salvage a 4-4 draw with 17th-place Villarreal.

Starting the match with Lionel Messi and Ivan Rakitic on the bench on Tuesday night, the visitors jumped out to a 2-0 advantage inside the first 20 minutes at Villarreal’s La Ceramica stadium, reports Efe news.

Philippe Coutinho opened the scoring for Barça in the 12th minute with an assist from Malcom, who made it 2-0 for the leaders four minutes later on a header off a cross from Arturo Vidal.

Samu Chukwueze pulled back a goal for Villarreal in the 23rd minute

with an outstanding individual effort on the counter. The goal buoyed the hosts and though Barcelona remained the superior side, Villarreal were firmly in the contest and created opportunities.

Luis Suarez had a chance to restore the twogoal lead for Barça in the dying seconds of the first half, but Villarreal goalkeeper Sergio Asenjo came up with a great stop.

Five minutes after the re-start, Karl Toko Ekambi fooled Barcelona keeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen to bring Villarreal level at 2-2.

Visiting coach Ernesto Valverde replaced Coutinho with Messi in the 61st minute in a bid to break the deadlock, only to see his

side fall behind 3-2 seconds later when Vicente Iborra scored for Villarreal.

Having squandered their early lead, Barcelona flew forward to lay siege to Asenjo’s goal, leaving themselves vulnerable on the counter, as demonstrated by Chukwueze with an effort in the 69th minute that bounced off the crossbar.

And with 10 minutes left in regulation, Carlos Bacca increased the hosts’ lead to 4-2 with help from a masterful pass by Santi Cazorla.

But the outlook for Villarreal grew complicated in the 86th minute, when they went down to 10 men with Alvaro Gonzalez’s expulsion following a second yellow card.

ing able to express himself better when he has Dhoni around him.

Commenting on Dhoni’s role not just in the CSK unit, but also the Indian team, a BCCI official said: “He is the balancing factor in the Indian team. Cricket in India evokes a range of emotions with every fan having his/her favourite player.

“For India to succeed in the World Cup, Dhoni’s presence is very important.

He is most adept at reading the game, changing the pace of the game as per requirements and his guidance from behind the stumps gives bowlers immense confidence. This is visible with CSK as well, because their bowling is average at best, but as skipper, Dhoni, has brought out the best from them,” the official said.

Kuala Lumpur, Apr 3 (IANS): Shuttlers Saina Nehwal and HS Prannoy crashed out of Malaysia Open 2019 on Wednesday, while PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth advanced to the second round.

Saina, playing her first match since withdrawing from Swiss Open due to acute gastroenteritis, didn’t show the stomach for fight and went down to Thailand’s Pornpawee Chochuwong 22-20, 15-21, 10-21 in 54 minutes in the women’s single match.

Saina has played Chochuwong five times in the BWF tour. But Wednesday’s win was the Thai’s first over the Indian.

In another women’s singles match, Sindhu faced some challenge from Japan’s Aya Ohori in the

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first game, but dominated the second game and defeated her 22-20, 21-12 in 38 minutes. In the men’s singles, Srikanth registered 21-18, 21-16 win over In-

donesia’s Ihsan Maulana Mustofa in 38 minutes.

Prannoy, however, crashed out after suffering 21-12, 16-21, 14-21 defeat against Thailand’s Sit-

thikom Thammasin.

The journey of men’s doubles pair Manu Attri-B Sumeeth Reddy also ended as they lost their first round match.

Williamson to lead New Stokes bats to end child labour in Jaipur Zealand in World Cup 2019

Dubai, Apr 3 (IANS): Kane Williamson will lead the 15-member New Zealand squad in the upcoming ICC World Cup 2019, the country’s cricket board announced on Wednesday.

The biggest surprise is the inclusion of wicketkeeper Tom Blundell, who is yet to play a one-day international (ODI). Tim Seifert, a regular back-up in recent times to first-choice gloveman Tom Latham, has been excluded, partly due to a broken finger which has kept him out of action for the past month.

Blundell’s domestic white-ball record is modest as he has averaged 23.81 with three half-centuries in 40 games so far, though he has a Test hundred. He is also considered one of New Zealand’s most talented behind the stumps.

Seamer Doug Bracewell has also been left out.

Commenting on the development, Kiwi head coach Gary Stead was quoted as saying by the ICC: “The World Cup is the pinnacle of cricket, and to be the first nation to name a squad for the tournament is really exciting. I’d like to congratulate all the players selected. To represent your country at a World Cup is a huge honour, and I know the entire

Kane Williamson

squad and support staff are looking forward to the challenges ahead.

“As with any squad named for a major tournament, there had to be some tough calls and there will be some disappointed players. The key for us was finding the right balance for the squad and making sure we had our bases covered for what is going to be a very competitive World Cup,” he added. The Black Caps will open their campaign against Sri Lanka in Cardiff on June 1.

New Zealand squad: K a n e Wi l l i a m s o n (Captain), Ross Taylor, Tom Latham (Wicketkeeper), Tom Blundell (Wicket-keeper), Mitchell Santner, Colin de Grandhomme, Lockie Ferguson, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Colin Munro, Ish Sodhi, Henry Nicholls, Martin Guptill, Matt Henry, Jimmy Neesham

Jaipur, Apr 3 (IANS): Rajasthan Royals and England all-rounder Ben Stokes have extended their support towards ending child labour, one of the key projects of the British Asian Trust (BAT) in the capital city of Rajasthan, according to a statement on Wednesday.

The Child Labour-Free Jaipur Initiative is a multistakeholder partnership set up with the support of the BAT with support from state and district authorities, local businesses and civil society to make Jaipur child labourfree. Taking time out of the busy IPL season, Stokes visited Taabar, a shelter home for rescued child labourers, and watched a street play about child labour at Gyan Ashram School in Mansarovar. The street play is part of a broad community aware-

Ben Stokes

ness strategy to reduce child labour in Jaipur and work with businesses to increase the number of certified child labour-free products in the market.

At the school, Stokes interacted with students and presented them with Rajasthan Royals caps. Stokes personally invited some of them to watch the game against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Stokes quizzed children about their favourite

cricketers, their dreams and aspirations; demonstrated his favourite cricket shots, and shared tips to become better cricketer.

After the visit Stokes said: “People need to come together to achieve lasting and sustainable positive change for children by reducing child labour, which will eventually help their families and community as a whole.” “These kids are the future. It’s only logical that we try and create opportunities for them to lead a better life,” he remarked.

Taabar, the shelter home, is BAT partner that supports children in difficult circumstances by providing community-based rehabilitation for rescued child labourers and other children in need of care and protection.

ICC, Interpol to unite against corruption

Dubai, Apr 3 (IANS): In a bid to combat corruption in the game of cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has met with Interpol, the organization that facilitates worldwide police cooperation, to discuss closer working relations.

The General Manager of ICC’s Anti-Corruption Unit, Alex Marshall, was at Interpol headquarters in Lyon (France) last week to explore how the two organisations can operate more effectively. Commenting on

the development, Marshall said: “The ICC and Interpol are keen on working together and our meetings in Lyon were productive. The ICC has an excellent relationship with law enforcement agencies in a number of countries but working with Interpol means we are connecting with their 194 members.

“Our focus is on education of players and prevention and disruption of corruptors. Where our enquiries reveal criminal offences have been committed, we

will refer this to the relevant law enforcement organisations and this makes Interpol an important partner for us,” he added.

José de Gracia, Assistant Director of Interpol’s Criminal Networks unit, said: “Sport brings people together, but criminals looking to make large profits can undermine its integrity. Our meetings and cooperation with partners such as the ICC help us shape a collaborative, holistic response.”

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