August 24, 2019

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Vol XXIX No. 258

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FM announces new measures to boost economy MEASURES to REVIVE economic growth

Home, auto, other retail loans to become cheaper NEW DELHI, AUG 23 (PTI): The government on Friday announced a raft of measures, including rollback of super-rich tax on foreign and domestic equity investors, exemption of startups from 'angel tax', a package to address distress in the auto sector and upfront infusion of Rs 70,000 crore to public sector banks, in efforts to boost economic growth from a five-year low.

To bolster consumption, the government also said that banks have decided to cut interest rates, a move that would lead to lower EMIs for home, auto and other loans.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman promised to continue the reforms and announce more measures next week. While the applicability of higher income tax surcharge on those earning more than Rs 2 crore a year has been withdrawn for foreign and domestic equity market investors, demand

Governor greets

D I M A P U R , AU G 2 3 (NPN): Governor of Nagaland, RN Ravi, has conveyed greetings to the people of Nagaland on the occasion of Janmashtami.

In his message, Ravi called upon all to strive and build a society free from malice and full of brotherhood and compassion. Governor prayed that the occasion of Janmashtami bring “amity, harmony, prosperity and happiness in our lives.”

Road restriction

D I M A P U R , AU G 2 3 (NPN): Dimapur district administration has informed that total restriction of all traffic movement from Chathe River Bridge (Patkai Bridge) to New Chumoukedima (Pakala Pahar Bridge) from 10:30pm to 5am has been extended with effect from August 25, 2019 to September 24, 2019. In a circular, deputy commissioner (DC) Dimapur Kevekha Kevin Zehol also informed that in addition to the above restriction, all traffic movement would also be restricted from 3-3:30pm and also 4:30- 5pm to facilitate the use of explosive. Alternative route from Dimapur -Kohima/Kohima -Dimapur for light vehicles is available via 7th Mile- New DC office - Shokhuvi - Razaphe-Mhaikam - Pimla - Mhainamtsi - Jhornapani/Medziphema and vice versa.

This is it!

"No. Our state has not issue with central policies.

Our only issue is fund and projects."

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 Drops super-rich surcharge problems of startups on FPIs, domestic investors on  BS-IV vehicles purchased till

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman with finance secretary Rajiv Kumar during a press conference in New Delhi, Friday. (PTI)

for auto sector was sought to be raised by slew of measures. The steps include a plan to encourage scrapping of old vehicles and removal of ban on government departments in buying new petrol/ diesel vehicles.

In a bid to give fillip to job-creating Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Sitharaman said pending GST refunds would be done within 30 days, while startups - a major avenue for employment and new entrepreneurship - would be exempt from socalled 'angel tax'.

She also announced an immediate infusion of Rs 70,000 crore into banks to boost their liquidity and lending capacity of banks

by Rs 5 lakh crore while housing finance companies

would get up to Rs 30,000 crore with a view to revive the real estate sector.

Sitharaman said banks would be required to link lending rates to the RBI's benchmark rate in order to accelerate the transmission of the central bank's policy easing. Till now, banks generally lagged in transmitting RBI's reduction in repo rates to borrowers.

So far this year, RBI has cut interest rates by 110 basis points in four installments but banks have passed only a part of it to borrowers. Before the last reduction, earlier this month of 35 basis points, the bank on an average had passed only 29 basis points out of 75 basis points cut affected during 2019.

Giving relief to start-

gains from stock market  Upfront release of Rs 70,000 cr to PSBs; enhances lending capacity by Rs 5 lakh cr  Banks to pass on rate cuts; to benefit all borrowers  Reduction on EMIs for housing loans, vehicle and other retail loans  To provide protection to honest decision-making by bankers for boosting lending  Additional liquidity support to HFCs raised to Rs 30,000 cr  Pending GST refunds to MSMEs to be paid within 30 days  Amendment to MSME Act to move towards single definition to be considered  Issue of IT orders, notices, etc through a centralised system to cut harassment  Startups registered with DPIIT exempt from Income Tax, subject to certain conditions  To set up a dedicated cell under CBDT for addressing the

March 31, 2020 to be operational for registration period  Allows additional 15 pc depreciation on all vehicles till March 31, 2020  Delayed payments from Govt/ CPSEs to be monitored by Expenditure Dept  CSR violation not to be treated as criminal offence  To set up an entity for credit enhancement for infrastructure, housing projects  Task force to be set up to finalise the pipeline of infrastructure projects  Further action on development of Credit Default Swap markets soon  Simplification of KYC procedure to improve market access for foreign investors  To announce more measures in the coming weeks for other sectors  Announcement with regard to real estate sector to be made next week.

ups, Sitharaman said angel tax provisions would not be applicable on them and their investors.

For the auto sector, she doubled depreciation to 30 per cent and lifted the ban

on government departments to buy new vehicles.

BS-IV vehicles purchased till March 31, 2020, before the country switches to lower-emitting BS-VI vehicles, would continue to be

Naga CSOs of Myanmar urge Nagas to remain vigilant, united DIMAPUR, AUG 23 (NPN): Naga civil society organisations (CSOs) from Myanmar – Council of Naga Affairs (CNA) and Naga Students’ and Youth Federation (NSYF) – have urged Nagas from all walks of life to remain vigilant and united so that they did not fall into the hands of those trying to “rob” their rights and dignity.

A joint press statement by acting CNA president Naw Aung Sann and NSYF president Solomon Theibung urged Naga leaders on all fronts to be more watchful at this decisive moment so that “we will not repeat the same mistake which have left us divided and confused”, while extending their sincere appreciation and acknowledgement for the contributions of the past and present leaders. The two organisations expressed support and solidarity towards Naga Hoho that, according to them, had been playing an

important role in connecting Naga peoples across the “imposed borders and regions” regardless of foreign powers that deny Nagas as a people to live together under one roof.

They also appreciated Naga Hoho for having stood with the vision of “oneness” for Naga people and urged it to continue holding the torch of unity and a shared future of Nagas.

CNA and NSYF further urged all Nagas in the west to give full support and stand with Naga Hoho by leaving aside all the differences so that the hoho, as the parental body of all Naga CSOs, was able to further the mission of common vision for all Nagas.

As Naga people had paid too heavy a price for disunity and division amongst themselves, both the organisations prayed and encouraged every single Naga regardless of background to walk on the path of the common goal all Nagas longed to experience again.

LOU NH-29 threaten to move court against govt DIMAPUR, AUG 23 (NPN): Land Owner Union (LOU) NH-29 (Purana Bazaar to Chumoukedima) has issued a “final notice” to all concerned that it would file a case in the court of law against the government’s “apathetic behaviour” towards the land compensation issue pertaining to NH-29 road widening from Purana BazaarChumoukedima.

In a notice, LOU, NH-29 information & publicity secretary Kewetso Kenye pointed out that the Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench had passed judgement in favour of the union through its Order No. W.P(C) No.98 (K) 2000. passed on dated 25/09/2000.

Subsequently, the union said it had had approached the government on three occasions.

However, LOU NH-29 said the government defiance to the call was “unfortunate”. And as such, the union said it was constrained to issue the final notice that it would file a case in the court after one week from the date of publication of this notice.

Therefore, the union has urged the public to understand its s stand and not construe it otherwise.

operational valid for till their registration period.

"Reforms is a continuous process and the momentum of reforms will continue," Sitharaman said.

The Finance Minister also assured the industry that tax authorities will not "overreach" in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's message of respecting wealth creators. Income tax notices and orders would be only issued through a centralised system to curb harassment.

Also, violation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) obligations would not be treated as a criminal offence and only as a civil liability, the minister said.

Industry players had raised concerns about penal provisions in the Companies Act, 2013 for non-compliance with CSR requirements.

Other measures announced to boost the economy include setting up of an entity for credit enhancement for infrastructure and housing projects, a task force to finalise the pipeline of infrastructure projects and simplification of Know Your Client (KYC) procedure to improve market access for foreign investors.

KOHIMA, AUG 23 (NPN): Altogether 291 employees of District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) in 11 districts of the State began their pen-down strike from Friday, in protest against non-release of their salary.

Their stir would continue till August 30.

A DRDA project director claimed that agency’s employees in all the districts were taking part in the phase-2 of their agitation.

He said the stir would affect official works, which would have a bearing on 1,200 villages across the State. DRDA is the nerve centre for rural development department.

“If DRDA’s functioning gets affected, it will lead to the block offices becoming immobile. The functioning of the rural department directorate too will be affected if

DRDA offices stop functioning,” the PD explained.

As DRDA staff had to adhere to timelines and worked for various schemes in a time-bound manner, he said the pen-down strike would largely effect submission of reports. He added that if these reports were left unattended, they would jeopardise many rural development programmes, especially the Centrally-sponsored schemes (CSS).

It may be mentioned here that DRDA employees of Wokha district have not received their salary for the past 12 months, Kohima for 11 months, Dimapur, Mokokchung, Phek and Tuensang districts for six months, Kiphire, Longleng and Mon districts for five months and Peren and Zunheboto for three months.

The striking employees have informed this correspondent that after the expiry of

their pen-down strike on August 30 and if their demand was not met by then, they would go for mass casual leave from September 2 to 6, and complete shutdown from September 7 onwards.

Meanwhile, rural development commissioner & secretary Bendangkokba told Nagaland Post that the department had discussed the matter with finance department and that files had been sent to chief minister’s office.

But, he added as the chief minister was out of station, the salary would be release only after he returned and the files were cleared.

Mentioning that this was the only means to clear the salary, he explained that unless the department got assistance from the State government, it was not possible to clear the salary directly from the fund received from the Central government.

However, Bendangkokba

NEW DELHI, AUG 23 (PTI): The Supreme Court Friday granted protection from arrest till August 26 to former Union finance minister P Chidambaram in a money laundering case lodged by ED in connection with INX media scam, for which he is already facing custodial interrogation by CBI in a related case of corruption.

The relief granted by the top court in the case of Enforcement Directorate (ED) will have little effect as Chidambaram has been remanded in CBI's custody till Monday by a trial court in the graft case.

However, the Friday order came as a setback to the ED as the apex court refused to accept its arguments opposing Chidambaram's submission that he was entitled for protection from arrest, granted by the Delhi High Court on July 25, 2018, in the money laundering case.

A bench comprising justices R Banumathi and A S Bopanna said it will hear on August 26 the pleas filed by Chidambaram in which he has challenged the August 20 order of the

Delhi High Court rejecting his anticipatory bail pleas in ED and CBI cases.

The bench said it would also hear a fresh plea filed by Chidambaram, challenging Thursday's order of remand passed by trial Court by which he was sent to the CBI custody till August 26.

"In our view, having regard to the fact that the petitioner was also granted interim protection on July 25 and that the co-accused were also granted bail by the High Court, the petitioner is granted interim protection, insofar as the Enforcement Directorate case is concerned...till the next date of hearing. List the matter on August 26," the bench said.

It also sought reply of ED on Chidambaram's plea

by Monday itself.

As soon as the order was dictated, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for ED, tried to hand over some documents in sealed cover to the court.

However, the bench refused to peruse the documents at this stage and asked Mehta to submit them on Monday.

‘Unprecedented situation for govt in 70 yrs’: NITI Aayog sounds alarm on eco slowdown N E W D E L H I , AU G 2 3 (AGENCIES): Niti Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar has described the current economic slowdown as an “unprecedented situation that India has not faced in last 70 years”. His comments have come at a time when the country’s economy is facing the worst pace of growth in nearly five years.

“From last 70 years, government of India has not faced this sort of liquidity situation where entire financial sector is in churn and nobody is trusting anybody else,” news agency ANI quoted Kumar as saying on Thursday.

He further said that the government is considering a number of measures which will be taken at an appropriate time to deal with financial stress and unleash animal spirit in the economy. Both the government and the RBI have taken a series of measures to deal with stress in the financial sector triggered by default in the group companies of IL&FS.

Pen-down strike by DRDAs, 1200 villages to be affected Correspondent

SC grants interim protection to Chidambaram in ED case

could not give a timeline by when the ending salary would be paid as he said it depended on the chief minister agreeing to release the pending salary.

It was up to the chief minister to decide, he added.

Wokha Correspondent adds: Interacting with Nagaland Post here at her office chambers, DRDA Wokha project director Thungdeno Mozhui said DRDA employees across the state had been compelled to go for such a move as their demands submitted in their representation to the government of Nagaland remains unfulfilled till date.

Mozhui also informed that it has been the longpending desire and demand of DRDA employees that their pay and allowances be included under the state’s non-plan as the present system is based on the 90:10 ratio to be shared between the Centre and the state.

In a bid to improve liquidity, Kumar said the central bank has taken various steps in the past few months as a result of which the cash position in the system has stabilised. He further said public sector banks have provided liquidity to non-banking finance companies (NBFCs).

He said the RBI has reduced repo rate four consecutive times this year and also directed the banks to pass rate cut benefits to borrowers. Kumar further said that the government has taken a series of measures to improve the financial health of the NBFC sector. The government permitted public sector banks to purchase high-rated pooled assets of financially sound NBFCs. For this, the government provided one-time six months’ partial credit guarantee to PSBs for first loss of up to 10%. Earlier this month, the Centre issued guidelines on operationalising Rs 1lakh crore partial guarantee scheme under which publicsector banks can purchase high-

rated pooled assets of financially sound non-banking finance companies (NBFCs). The partial guarantee would help rework the Asset Liability structure within three months to have positive Asset Liability Management in each bucket for the first three months and on cumulative basis for the remaining period.

As per the guidelines issued, the window for one-time partial credit guarantee will be for a period of six months, or till such date by which Rs 1 lakh crore assets get purchased by banks.

Assets originated up to March 31, 2019 will only be eligible under this scheme, it said, adding assets should be standard in the books of NBFCs/HFCs on the date of sale. Among others the government also allow NBFCs to raise funds in public issues, and the requirement of creating a debenture redemption reserve (DRR), which is currently applicable for only public issues as private placements are exempt, will be done away with.

Noose tightening around corrupt: Modi PARIS, AUG 23 (AGENCIES): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the big mandate for the BJP in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections was for building a “new India”, and asserted that corruption, nepotism, loot of people’s money, and terrorism have been reined in like never before. Addressing the Indian com- Narendra Modi munity at the Unesco headquarters in Paris, Modi talked about “major decisions” such as banning the practice of triple talaq, taken by his government in its second term.

In an indirect reference to the scrapping of Article 370 in J&K, Modi said: “There is no scope for temporary in India. You would have seen that a country of 1.25 billion people, the land of Mahatma Gandhi, Gautam Buddha, Ram, Krishna, took 70 years to remove what was temporary. To remove temporary it took 70 years, I don’t know whether I should laugh or cry...

Reform, perform, and transform and with permanent systems, the country is moving forward to achieve its goal.” Modi, who was in France on the first leg of his three-nation tour, said there have been a number of constructive changes in the last five years. “India is racing ahead not because of Modi... it is because of the stamp of approval that the people of India have given in the form of their votes,” Modi said.

4 from Manipur, Nagaland held with drugs in Kolkata KOLKATA, AUG 23 (PTI): Two persons each from Nagaland and Manipur were detained by Kolkata Police on Friday, after huge quantity of banned drugs were seized from their possession in the city's Maidan area.

Acting on a tip-off, Kolkata Police intercepted a vehicle carrying them near Syed Baba Mazar ground under Maidan Police Station limits, and recovered 23.30 kg of party drug 'Yaba', a senior officer said.

"There were nearly two lakhs pieces of 'Yaba' tablets inside the body panel of the vehicle and their luggage.

The approximate value of these drugs in the local market is around Rs 80 lakh," he said.

Police are interrogating the four for more details, he added.

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Awardee teachers to be assessed

DC Kohima, Gregory Thejawelie and director, Wongthongo Tsopoe along with awardees and others. (NP) Correspondent

KOHIMA, AUG 23 (NPN): Director of School Education Wonthongo Tsopoe on Friday said that staring this year, the department will be assessing every teacher awardees including the past awardees in the state to measure their contribution.

He also said that a meeting would be convened for teacher awardees (2010 or 2012) to know their vision for education system in the state.

The director revealed this while addressing the gathering at the Kohima district teachers’ award ceremony held at conference hall, District Education Office here on Friday.

He said awardees’ badge will also be issued to the teachers as a sign of recognition.

The director also reminded the gathering that the award will be based on require criteria and not on region or district wise.

Highlighting the cri-

teria of awardees, he said teachers have to think and work outside the box with sincerity, devotion, dedication and regularity to receive the award.

Congratulating the awardees, he reminded teachers that they were selected out of thousand others in the district and therefore urged them not to be complacent with the award but be an example. He also advised the teachers to be a good guide, mentor, counsellor and motivator.

DC Kohim, Gregory Thejawelie in his address congratulated the awardees for their dedication towards children’s education. He encouraged awardees to aim higher for state and national awards and challenged them to be shining examples.

SDEO Chiephobozou Pelhouvolie and SDEO Tseminyu Yhunyule Kent also addressed the gathering.

Altogether, 12 teachers including four teachers from the private schools

received the award, namely: Vituohulie Yhome L/T P. U. diploma in Tenyiedie Rüzhükhrie GHSS Kohima; Kikhrukhrieto Nakhro L/T P. U. diploma in Tenyiedie John GHSS Viswema; Tosovi Philip Khale, G/T M. SC. B. Ed. GHS PWD Kohima; Neikuosielie P. E. T, B. A B. P. Ed GHS Mezoma; Kikhrukhrie- ü Yhome P/T P. U. ISTE GHS High School area Kohima; Ketouvo ü Nagi, P/T P. U. ISTE GPS upper Jotsoma; Kiviholi T. Yeptho G/T ,B. A, B. Ed. GMS Merhülietsa; Kathi Rengma, G/T B. A. B. Ed. GHS Kandinu; Mezhülhoutuo-ü Solo assistant teacher B. A. Khedi Baptist Higher Secondary School Kohima; Vinod K.P. assistant teacher M.Com. B.Ed , LLB. St. Mary’s Cathedral Higher Secondary School Kohima; Temsurenla Longkumer assistant teacher M.A., B.Ed. Chandmari Higher Secondary School Kohima and Indra Bahadur Khabas assistant headmaster B.Sc. Modern Academy Kohima.

The programme chaired by DEO Kohima Y. Mary Zhimomi began with an invocation by AEO, SDEO office Kohima Neilhousienuo.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2019

‘World Senior Citizens Day’ observed in Dimapur

Doctors examining senior citizens at the free health check up on August 21.

DIMAPUR: House of Friendship Old Age Home (HoFOAH) in association with Rotary Club Dimapur (RCD) and Inner Wheel Club Dimapur (IWCD) organised a programme to commemorate, “World Senior Citizens Day” on August 21 at HOFOAH, Dimapur.

A press release from

RCD president, Ashok Agarwal stated that, deputy commissioner of Dimapur, Kevekha Kevin Zehol graced the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, DC expressed gratitude to the organiser and said that the generations will always remember the immense contribution of the RCD in shaping the destiny of

the society. A specialized free health check up for senior citizens was also conducted by a team of five doctors comprising of general physicians, ENT, ophthalmologist and dentist. Free medicines were also distributed to the patients. More than 125 elderly people attended the programme.

for BLOs 4 arrested on extortion charges Vocational education for RMSA teachers Training and Supervisors

State mission director RMSA, Limawabang along with participants on Friday. (NP) Correspondent

Ko h ima , Au g 2 3 (NPN): The three-day vocational education training for in-service teachers of Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksah Abhiyan (RMSA) under Samagra Shiksah Nagaland came to an end at Nagaland Secretariat on Friday. Similar training

was also held at Youthnet office, UPHC Seikhazou and Dr. Neilhouzhu Kire Seikhazou D khel Kohima.

Principal secretary, School Education & SCERT, Menukhol John in his address congratulated the teachers for successfully completing the training programme and

reminded them that textual knowledge alone was not enough but multi skills was required.

He encouraged the teachers to teach the students what they have learned in the training.

The principal secretary also said that as part of the vocational education for the students, a government

RBI conducts FL programme in Phek

school in Peren district will be organising sale day of organic product grown by them on August 30.

The income generated would be utilised for the welfare of the students, he said and urged the teachers to emulate the same in their respective schools.

Also speaking in the programme, State mission director RMSA, Limawabang said that all tools and equipments of vocational education will be sent to school to make course more practical at school level. Youthnet founder, Hekhani Jakhalu urged the teachers to bring changes in the state.

Altogether 33 teachers from 18 schools attended the programme with resource persons from NSDC certified trainers from NIIT Dimapur, Youthnet, PHC and others.

During the practical session, the trainees were taken to BPO centre IT & C new directorate building Thizama road, Hotel Vivor, Godrej beautypreneur parlour, Godrej electronic and home appliances repair shop D block and V Mart shopping complex.

lice and PRO, the arrested Dimapur: Additional persons have been identiDeputy Commissioner & fied as Luckin MashangElectoral Registration Offiva (43) “SS.Major of cer, Mokokichung, W ManNSCN (IM)” son of Eltet pai Phom has informed Mashangva of Choithel that, training for BLOs and village, Ukhrul, Manipur, Supervisors under Mokokcresident of 4th Mile Diphuhung district relating for the par; Jaikishan Sharma (48) ongoing Special Summary son of late M.L Sharma Revision to 01-01-2020 will of Batya Vhriman village, be conducted on August Hisar, Haryana, resident 28. The venue and timof Khonsa, Arunachal ing are as follows: 21 Tuli Pradesh; Sangin Wang(ADC Office Tuli, 11 am ), su (40) son of Ronwang 22 Arkangkong (SDO (C) Wangsu of Kaimai village, Office, 11 am), 23 Impur Khonsa, resident of Deo(EAC Kubolong Office), 24 mali, Arunachal Pradesh Angetyongpang, 25 Monand Wanglik Tangjang (34) goya, 26 Aonglenden, 27 son of Manhang Tangjang Mokokchung Town and 28 of Kaimai village, resident Koridang (Town Hall, Mkg. of Deomali, Arunachal 11 am) 29 Jangpetkong and The arrested persons with the seized money.

Pradesh.

30 Alongtaki (ADC Office, In this connection, DIMAPUR: Dimapur po- seized Rs. 11,45,460 from Mangkolemba, 11am). an extortion case has been lice apprehended four per- their possession. sons for allegedly extorting According to Addl. registered at Dimapur East money on August 20 and Dy. Commissioner of po- Police Station, PRO said.

DIMAPUR: Executive members of Chogin Range Public Organization (CRPO) will hold an emer- DIMAPUR: Officials from ministry of Sanglu, Yaongyimsen, Chingtok and gency meeting on August Jal Shakti Abhiyaan (JSA) led by Dharam Orongkong. On August 20, the team 24 at 11am at the residence Raj, assistant secretary and two officials visited Pongo village under Shakshi block of its treasurer, Keshenbu visited Longleng on August 19 and 20. to make clean drinking water available Kemp in Kohima. All conAccording to DIPR, on August to the populace round the year, drinking cerned office bearers, advi- 19, the officials along with the district water availability, geo tagging the water sors and representatives administration visited RKUY fishery bodies and water sources identification. have been requested to ponds, community water reservoir and They also visited private fisheries and attend the meeting.

KUK water conservation dam at Yachem, community water reservoir.

CRPO meeting

Jal Shakti Abhiyaan officials visit Longleng

BCTE holds freshers day

DIMAPUR: Bosco College of Teacher Education (BCTE) Dimapur, celebrated its annual fresher’s day and farewell programme of.

Thuruthel Jose (TC) SDB on August 23.

The event included the official welcoming of new BCTE principal Dr. Sabu Joseph SDB, and the BCTE Director (Rector) Fr. Karippai Jose SDB. Thejaser Khate and N. Anchila Chang were declared Mr. Fresher and Miss Fresher 2019.

At the farewell programme, the college remembered Dr. Thuruthel Jose for his meticulous planning and hard work during the last three years and how he lifted BCTE Dimapur to higher academic excellence. The college also bade Government hospitals in Nagaland are known for its lack D e s t r u c t i o n c o m m i t t e e h e a d e d b y S D O ( C ) farewell to outgoing teacher of basic infrastructure. However, the condition of a toilet Mokokchung as chairman and members including meant for patients in Naga Hospital Authority Kohima SDPO Mokokchung, APP Mokokchung, P.I and court R. Kuotsu.

RBI officials and students at the Financial Literacy programme at GHSS Phek.

DIMAPUR: Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Guwahati region conducted Financial Literacy (FL) programme at Government Higher Secondary School, Phek on August 21.

A press release from vice principal, GHSS, Phek, Kewetshete Wezah, stated that assistant general K Y M C

manager, RBI, Gautam Dhar, shared about different types of bank accounts and functions of the bank, while manager, RBI, Amitabh Pande, spoke on security features of currency notes. Manager, Lead Bank SBI, Phek Birjeet Singh, coordinated the programme and was attended by stu-

dents and staff of GHSS Phek.

Quiz session was held after the programme and bumper gifts were awarded to winning students.

Reserve Bank of India, Guwahati Region donated one set of computer and sports goods to the school, the release stated.

DBADU meeting DIMAPUR: Don Bosco Alumni Dimapur Unit (DBADU) will be holding a meeting on August 24 at 10 am at Don Bosco School Dimapur campus, in relation to Rector Major’s visit to Sebastian Province of Dimapur from September 10 to 14.

(NHAK) is a wakeup call for the state government to staff before destroying the seized IMFL in Mokokchung provide proper facilities. (NP) on Friday. (NP)

PUK condemns alleged murder attempt

DIMAPUR: The Pfütseromi Union Kohima (PUK) has expressed shock and condemned the alleged “attempted murder” of Thejangulie Kapfo by one Ketsei u Belho, step father-in-law of Kapfo on August 12 at

Lower Chandmari Colony, Kohima.

A press note issued by PUK president Wepretso Mero and general secretary Dr Dieku Ritse claimed that Ketsei u allegedly tried to kill Kapfo by stabbing

him with a knife, and also smashed his back with a wooden plank. Pfütseromi Union Kohima said that while the victim tried to escape, profusely bleeding, the accused threw a stone at him. The union said such act

was “unbecoming” in Naga culture. Pfütseromi Union Kohima therefore urged the concerned authority not to grant bail to the accused saying “he deserves to get a befitting punishment from the court of law.

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nagalandpost.com Poll Q.: Is early Naga solution n ow b r i g h t e r a f t e r Ravi’s appointment as Governor?

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Next poll

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stand on Article 370 backfired?  Yes.  No.  Can’t Say.

WEATHER FORECAST August 24

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Cloudy, a couple of showers

30 26

Cloudy, showery

24 21

Aizawl

Guwahati A thunderstorm in spots Imphal

31 26

Mostly cloudy, a thunderstorm 27 21

Itanagar An a.m. t-storm; partly sunny 31 23 Shillong Cloudy, a shower or t-storm Kohima

A heavy thunderstorm

Dimapur A p.m. thunderstorm or two Mkg

Clouds and sun, a t-storm

Tuensang Some sun, a t-storm in spots Wokha

22 18 26 19 31 24 27 19 21 15

An a.m. thunderstorm in spots 27 21

Zunheboto A shower and t-storm around 25 17

Er. F. Putsure, Er. R. Temsutemjen Aier, Er. Limanaro and other engineers at Kohima, Friday. (NP)

Correspondent KOHIMA, AUG 23 (NPN): Retired chief engineer PWD (mechanical) and former president FONSESA, Er. F. Putsure on Friday urged the engineers to explore avenues in order to accommodate the young engineers.

He said this while addressing the general conference of the Federation of Nagaland State Engineers Association (FONSESA) at the conference hall, PWD rest House, NPWD Complex, Kohima.

He said many parents did not want their children to take up engineering because of the limited scope.

However, he said more

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avenues could be explored if the federation worked in unity.

Retired chief engineer PWD (NH) and advisor FONSESA, Er. R. Temsutemjen Aier in his address highlighted the important role of the engineers in everyday life.

He acknowledged their contribution in building the nation, and said that as professionals they need to be critical, creative, curious and ready to handle the needs in the fast changing world.

Admitting that engineers do neglect the importance of sustainable development and hurt the environment in many ways

while implementing various developmental works, he urged them to adhere to professional responsibility and engineering ethics and contribute to building a sustainable society and manage risk to minimise adverse impact to the people and environment.

He further said that as professionals it was their responsibility to provide good connectivity, adequate and sufficient electricity and water supply and improved communication system to improve the living conditions of the people including the remote area of the state.

Vice president and chief engineer (R&B) Li-

manaro, who addressed the gathering in the absentia of the president, highlighted the activities of the FONSESA stating that its aim was to secure the engineers a rightful place in the society.

She went on to say that government must delegate authority to the engineers which has been stripped off and appealed to the members to be committed and truthful to the responsibilities assigned to them.

Earlier, the programme was chaired by the vice president FONSESA Er. Thepfusalie Guozi. Engineers from various departments attended the general conference.

State library needs to be upgraded Correspondent KO H I M A , A ug 2 3 (NPN): State Librar y, which is located at P. R Hill Kohima, needed to be upgraded with more books.

Librarian Khwenu, said this while talking to Nagaland Post on Friday.

Established in 1981, a branch of the department of Art and Culture, Government of Nagaland, the library has around 58,000 books at present but that was not enough.

Khwenu said books specially related to Nagaland and Northeast, and books written by local authors should be updated at the library. However, it would be possible if only the government provides more fund.

When asked about the manpower, she said at present there are 17 employees but being a state library it still need more professional staff and experts to manage a standard quality library.

Another major concern was that books were often found damaged and pages torn, underlined or marked and were never returned despite repeated reminders.

She, however, expressed hope that the library will be upgraded to create better reading environment for the public.

She also said that Rs.

At present, the library has around 58,000 books. (NP)

200 has to be deposited during the time of membership where Rs. 30 has been deducted for maintenance and the rest returned to the members at the time of withdrawal.

She further added that the department has been conducting library trainings and orientation for rural libraries registered under the department during the past years.

Recently, a departmental workshop on Research Methodology and Library Management was conducted for district libraries and

library automation, which she said was an urgent requirement. She also said that state library, has begun installing KOHA (Library Management System Software).

She said that the department was also on the process of setting up a website to help the public for easier excess.

With 3,796 registered members, and number of visitors increasing every day, she appealed to the students to visit the library, register themselves and make use of the books available.

Pension adalat inaugurated in Kohima NVBDCP monitoring team visits Wokha, Mokokchung

Representative officers from various departments in Kohima on August 23.

DIMAPUR: A pension adalat was inaugurated by principal secretary to the government of Nagaland, P&AR department, Abhijit Sinha at the office of the Pr. Accountant General (A&E)in presence of principal accountant general, E. Mhonbemo Patton on

August 23.

A press release by the department, stated that the adalat took up fresh pension cases as well as revision of pension cases.

It said pension cases were taken up for spot prompt and quick settlement within the framework extant

rules and provisions.

Representative officers from the P&AR department, Treasury & Accounts department and nodal officers of more than 30 state government departments attended the adalat, informed the release.

DIMAPUR: State monitoring team of National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) visited Wokha and Mokokchung districts to review the implementation of the programme.

On Friday, the team toured Chukitong block and visited several health units in Wokha.

A press release by district vector borne officer (NVBDCP) Wokha stated that the team led by State Programme Officer (SPO), Dr. Temsula and deputy director, Dr. Neisakuo also reviewed the implementation of programme in the block.

The team also attended the district review meeting of NVBDCP at CMO Conference Hall Wokha which was attended by NVBDCP staff under the district along with deputy CMO, Dr. Zuben Kikon.

The meeting reviewed the malarial activities of NVBDCP under Wokha district.

(L) NVBDCP team in Wokha. (R) Members of NVBDCP and others after the review meeting in Mokokchung.

At the meeting, Dr. Temsula emphasised on proper documentation and record maintenance for certification of free malaria. She also stressed on the awareness of vector borne disease like dengue, Japanese Encephalitis (JE) and its prevention to percolate down to all level of the district.

Mokokchung: A team of officials from National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) undertook three-day field visit to health centres under Mangkolemba, Ongpangkong and Changtongya block from August

Action plan for Clean and Smart Kohima

Green Team Kohima and members of various organisations in Kohima on August 23.

D I M A P U R : Ko h i m a based organisations including Green Team Kohima after thorough deliberations on how to make Clean and Smart Kohima, adopted two-point resolution as practical action plan to be practiced.

The action plan are: to dedicate five minutes for showing slides/clips/promos on plastic pollution and environmental issues in all of their programmes and to make a conscious effort to avoid all single use plastic products in all the programmes.

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The resolution was adopted at follow up meeting on Kohima Smart City under the “100 days Smart City Special Initiative Campaign on Sanitation” in collaboration with the Green Team Kohima, youth and students organizations based in and around Kohima town on August 22 at Angami Students Union office.

Altogether 27 participants from five key organizations attended the meeting.

The discussion was led by the Green Team

Kohima and issues of concern raised by the participants were discussed at length.

Angami Youth Organisation, Angami Students Union, Kohima Village Students Union and the Kohima Baptist Youth Fellowship shared their concerns and suggestions towards a Cleaner and Smarter Kohima.

Based on their experiences the participants raised the need for mass awareness and sensitization while keeping in mind the need to take “baby

steps” which are practical and will have maximum impact.

KVSU expressed concern on the need for more dustbins and machineries for garbage collection stating that the Kohima Municipal Council may consider procuring more machineries by raising sanitation tax if necessary.

They also raised the issue of waste management citing the growing quantity of e-waste which can become unmanageable in a few years if not

addressed.

The issue of plastic ban, its implementation and the use of alternatives to plastic, was raised vis a vis the fear of a syndicate system which will result in monopoly of the market and its implications.

They also suggested encouraging environment consciousness, plant saplings to be gifted to guests/ special invitees during programmes.

AYO said that modalities needed to be set in place before the plastic ban order comes into force so that it can be implemented successfully.

They also suggested that the government should explore the possibility of more solid waste management sites to tackle waste management.

KBYF said smart citizens were needed to build a smart city.

Earlier, joint CEO of Kohima Smart City welcomed the participants and reviewed the last meeting minutes.

She pointed out that youth and students make up the largest chunk of the population and therefore hoped that participating organizations can make a bigger impact.

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The team was led by Dr. I. Talitemsula Jamir, joint director & SPO (NVBDCP), Dr. Neisakho dy. director (NVBDCP) from the directorate of Health and Family Welfare, Kohima and Dr. Tiasunep DVBO Mokokchung.

A press release from D P M U, C M O o f f i c e Mokokchung stated that, the team met medical officers, staff, ASHAs and gave corrective instructions on malaria reporting formats, stocks reports, lab reports, charts and physical verification of malarial drugs. SPO

also encouraged the ASHAs to collect bloodslides/RDT from any fever patient for which incentives of Rs.15 per slide/RDT will be given and Rs. 75 if malaria positive was detected.

ASHAs were also asked to encourage the public to use LLIN (mosquito net) regularly and keep the surroundings clean and free from stagnant water collection to prevent mosquito breeding.

District review meeting was also conducted on August 22 at IDSP hall with all the field staff under NVBDCP Mokokchung.

Imkummongba DVBDC, Mokokchung gave brief power point presentation on district performance of malaria.

Dr. Neisakho encouraged the district to achieve malaria elimination by 2020.

Dr. Chubala CMO also encouraged the field workers to give better performance.

Dr. I. Temsula, SPO asked the surveillance workers to maintain the reporting formats properly in the health centres which was important for declaration of malaria elimination. Vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Tiasunep.

Skill development for unemployed youth

Dimapur: Skill development programme for unemployed youth (batch 30) was inaugurated at Don Bosco Tech AIDA centre on August 21 with Dimapur Naga Students Union (DNSU) president, Sedevilie Angami as special guest.

Speaking on the occasion, Sedevilie expressed happiness that the trainees were helped to develop not only domain skills but also their personality.

He reminded the trainees that with hard

work they would become successful.

Brother Sunny, regional head Don Bosco Tech Dimapur Region shared about the skill development programme of Don Bosco Tech, which was started in 2010 for the less educated and unemployed youth.

He informed the gathering that Don Bosco Tech AIDA has trained and placed more than 2200 youth.

He also encouraged the trainees to “move out of comfort zone and face

the challenges”.

Don Bosco Tech provides skill training to unemployed youth in a number of domains across India.

Skill development programme for unemployed youth, batch 30 began on July 22 with domains – hospitality, food and beverage service steward and assistant beauty therapist.

Longer temsu anchored the programme while Shone and friends presented a prayer song and welcome speech was delivered by Kevisekho.

Garbage to Gold training on household level composting-cum-distribution of materials was conducted by Pro Rural in collaboration with Dimapur Municipal Council at Lotha Colony and Rio Colony on August 23.

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Assam CM reviews law & order ahead of final NRC

Guwahati, Aug 23 (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal reviewed the law and order situation of the state on Friday, eight days before the publication of the final version of the National Register of Citizens.

The chief minister held the meeting with deputy commissioners (DCs) and superintendents of police (SPs) of all the 33 districts of the state.

Directing the DCs and SPs to travel in the districts and maintain contacts with the influential people in the society including people’s representatives and NGOs, Sonowal asked them to ensure that no misunderstanding remains among the people regarding the NRC process.

Assam, which had faced an influx of people from Bangladesh since the early 20th century, is the only state having an NRC which was first prepared in 1951.

It is being updated now under the supervision of the Supreme Court and the final version is scheduled to be published on August 31.

Referring to a statement of the Ministry of Home Affairs, he said those excluded from the NRC would not be treated as foreigners and they would be given adequate opportunity to present their case before the Foreigners Tribunals (FTs).

The statement said that MHA would amend rules to increase the pres-

S Sonowal (File) ent time limit of filing of appeals in FTs from 60 days to 120 days regarding exclusion from final NRC. At the meeting, the chief minister directed the DCs to ensure the fulfilment of the state government’s commitment to provide land pattas to one lakh landless people.

Sonowal said the government is committed to make the state corruption free.

‘Don’t panic if name excluded from final NRC’

Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday appealed to the people in the state to not panic if their names do not appear in the final National Register of Citizens (NRC) to be published on August 31.

He said the Union Ministry of Home Affairs had already made clear the steps to be taken and procedures to be followed in case of exclusion of names from the final NRC. Speaking to reporters

here on the sidelines of a meeting, Sonowal said the state government and the Centre were making every effort to ensure publication of an error-free NRC. “We have been extending cooperation in the whole process with due respect to the Supreme Court,” he said.

The apex court has been monitoring the NRC updation exercise since 2013.

S o n owa l s a i d h e hoped that the people of the state will continue to extend cooperation after publication of the final NRC as they did when the draft was published.

He also appealed to the people to not panic in case their names are excluded from the final National Register of Citizens.

Assam is the only state in the country where the NRC updation exercise is taking place. It was first held in 1951.

In July last year, 40,07,707 people were excluded from the complete draft of the NRC, which comprised names of 2,89,83,677 eligible persons out of a total 3,29,91,384 applicants.

Another 1,02,462 names were added to the list of excluded persons in June this year, taking the number of ineligible persons to 41,10,169 in the complete draft.

The partial draft of the NRC was released on the midnight of December 31, 2017.

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7th Eco Census for Mnp begins Correspondent

IMPHAL, Aug 23: The 7th Economic Census for the state of Manipur which would be conducted in two phases was launched on Friday.

In the first phase of the census on Friday, all the districts in the valley area –Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Kakching and Jiribam districts will be covered.

The second phase which will begin from September 9 and will cover 10 hill districts – Senapati, Kangpokpi, Tamenglong, Noney, Churachandpur, Pherzawl, Chandel, Tengnoupal, Ukhrul and Kamjong. The duration for the census operation is three months.

Deputy Commissioner Imphal East Dr Rangitabali Waikhom launched the 7th Economic Census at CSC Data Gen, Soibam Leikai Ayangpalli Road, Imphal East today. Dr Waikhom is the charge officer of Imphal East district.

After the formal launch of the census, the DC stressed on the need to gather accurate data about the economic activity of people to effectively plan and implement government schemes. The census is being conducted by the Union ministry of statistics and programme implementation (MoSPI) after a gap of five years.

The ministry has selected Common Service Centre (CSC) e-Governance Services India Ltd., a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, government of India as the implementing agency.

In the 7th Economic

Census, an IT-based digital platform for data capture, validation, report generation, and dissemination will be used. For the first time, the Economic Census will be paperless.

The enumerators engaged by the CSC will do the enumeration of the establishments by using Mobile App and all the establishments will be geo-tagged informed the DC. The enumerators engaged by the CSC will conduct door-to-door visits and collect information from all establishments. Dr Waikhom exhorted the people of her district to extend their full cooperation to the enumerators by providing correct information and to participate in the development planning of the State. Economic Census provides valuable insight into geographical spread/ clusters of economic activities, ownership pattern, persons engaged, etc. of all economic establishments in the country.

Economic Census will cover all establishments including household enterprises engaged in production or distribution of goods/services (other than for the sole purpose of own consumption) in the nonfarm agricultural and nonagricultural sector, as per statement of deputy director (administration) of directorate of economics and statistics .

In Bishnupur district, Deputy Commissioner of the district Neeta Arambam launched census for the district at a function held at mini-secretariat campus of the district headquarters in the presence of DLOs, enumerators and supervisors.

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AAI to allocate Rs 4.95 crore to upgrade JNIMS hospital, Imphal Correspondent

IMPHAL, Aug 23: Airport Authority of India (AAI) will allocate Rs 4.95 crore to upgrade the existing Accident and Trauma Centre (ATC) of JNIMS hospital, Imphal.

The AAI will provide the fund from its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed today.

As per the MoU, the amount to be disbursed by the AAI will be used in procurement of essential equipment for new (ATC, JNIMS. The MoU was signed in the presence of state chief minister N Biren Singh today at chief minister’s secretariat.

After the signing of the MoU, the chief minister appreciated the AAI for

AAI officials signing MoU with JNIMS hospital authority in the presence of CM N Biren Singh in Imphal on Friday. (NP)

their valuable initiative.

He said that AAI has already donated one ambulance for the state health department and also agreed to sanction another ambulance for emergency purpose and appealed the authority of JNIMS to procure quality equipment.

Singh also announced that state government will host first the ever Corpo-

rate Social Responsibility (CSR) conclave in the state on September 6 where more than 70 companies/ firms would participate.

He said that the government was expecting large scale CSR investment in Manipur and was also hopeful of positive commitment from many corporate firms in the conclave, he added.

Heavy rain wreaks havoc in Shillong

SHILLONG, AUG 23 (AGENCIES): A ver y heavy rain that lasted for nearly 30 minutes on Friday triggered massive flash floods in various parts of Shillong city, reports Northeast Now news.

The flash flood also led to damage of property.

It was around 3 pm that a very heavy rain lashed out the city and brought life to a standstill.

A retaining wall also collapsed at Rilbong and few vehicles parked there were damaged. A piece of the broken retaining wall also fell on a Maruti Van bearing the registration number ML05-M-8488.

The van was severely damaged.

In many places, vehicles, especially two wheelers, could not pass through flooded roads because the force of water was very strong. Roads were flooded

mainly due to lack of proper drains.

District administration officials said that flood water also entered houses at Wahingdoh area. However, no casualty has been reported so far.

Dear Amu Pipi, How blessed we are to have you as our brother. We love you so much for you are very precious to us. Though distant, love and prayer will always unite us. Wish you happy long life. We are proud to be you siblings. Happy Birthday Amu! With prayer, your siblings.

Skin disease epidemic breaks BSF ASI, wife declared foreigners in Assam out in Mahendraganj, Tura

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BSF lodges protest over assault by smugglers Shillong, Aug 23 (PTI): Border Security Force (BSF) has lodged a strong protest with its Bangladeshi counterparts over an incident of assault on its personnel by dry pea smugglers from the neighbouring country, in Meghalaya’s West Jaintia Hills district, officials said.

BSF on Wednesday asked Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) to take action against the accused smugglers.

Three country boats from Bangladesh, loaded with dry peas, were seized on August 20 after they entered India through the Myntdu river, called Hari in Bangladesh, a BSF spokesperson said. he remaining two boats fled back to Bangladesh, he said.

When the BSF personnel asked the smugglers to stop, they attacked the troops, forcing them to retaliate by firing non-lethal pump action gun, resulting in some injuries to the smugglers, he said.

in the under arm, belly area, skins of inner joints, ears, shoulders, breast areas of lactating mothers. Government health schemes are not reaching the people of the region in the Indo-Bangladesh area of the state. There are fears that appropriate interventions are not taken by the health department in the area, the epidemic may spread to other areas.

IN THE COURT OF DEPUTY COMMISSIONER DIMAPUR DISTRICT HEADQUARTER CHUMUKEDIMA, CAMP : DIMAPUR : NAGALAND NOTICE Dt. Dimapur the 23rd August 19 NO.M-139/19/3862-63 Notice is hereby given that Shri/Smti Chumben Lotha -Vrs- Yevili Kithan resident of Yampha Village in the District of Dimapur, Nagaland under Rule 50 & 51 of Assam Land Revenue Regulation 1886 have applied for Mutation of land described in the schedule below :The undersigned under Rule 52 of the said Rules do hereby invites Claims/Objections concerning to the said land if any & should there be any, should submit to this court on or before 1 (one) month from the date of publication in local newspaper.

SCHEDULE OF LAND BOUNDARY Name of Patta Holder : Chumben Lotha, Village/Block No : 04 Patta No : 59, Dag No : 403, Area : 00-01-11 North : Lanu, South : Approach Road, East : Chumben, West : Robin (KEVEKHA KEVIN ZEHOL), NCS Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur DP-6408

AKULUTO AREA UNION DIMAPUR (AAUD) Akuluto Area Union Dimapur strongly condemn and express our deep concerns over the recent incidents of killing and also shooting on NSCN (R) UT-I Supervisor and Defence Kilonser Khekato Kinny at his residence, which has shattered the peaceful atmosphere in our Naga Society.

At this juncture, the Naga people need peace and harmony, which is essential for progress and development of the society.

Further, the Union appeals to all the factions to maintain peace and strive to promote goodwill and brotherhood in the Naga Society.

(APETO ASSUMI) President

(NIHOI KINNY) General Secretary

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TURA, AUG 23: About 6000 people including children in Mahendraganj area under Zikzak block in West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya have been infected by a contagious skin disease.

Men, women of all ages - pregnant, lactating mothers, kids, young children - all are infected with multiple featured skin diseases. Villagers say, more than 6000 people have been infected with the skin disease, of which 2000 are children.

Many of these people are poor and uneducated. The disease resembles eczema and pityriasis rubr and the infected area looks like rashes, dry patches, small boils

Golaghat (Assam), Aug 23 (PTI): An assistant sub- inspector of the Border Security Force from Assam and his wife were declared foreigners by a tribunal without their knowledge, his family claimed on Friday.

Muzibur Rahman, the BSF man who is now posted in Punjab, and his wife were declared foreigners by the Jorhat Foreigners’ Tribunal in December last year but the family was informed about this only last month, they claimed.

Talking to reporters at Merapani in Golaghat district, Rahman’s father Bapdhan Ali said except the two, everyone in his family have been included in the National Register of Citizens (NRC), the final version of which will be

published on August 31.

“I request the government to take steps so that he continues to be an Indian,” Ali told a news channel.

He claimed that their family members have legacy data and land documents to establish their Indian citizenship.

Ali said, “We are Indians. The name of every member of my family is in the NRC but not of Muzibur who is working in the BSF in the service of the nation, and his wife.”

One person identified Regd. No. : 1672/2019

as the lawyer of the family said Rahman was declared a ‘D’ (Doubtful) voter in July 2018 of which he was not aware and then the Foreigners’ Tribunal declared him a ‘foreigner’ in December.

But he did not get any summon to appear for hearing to present his case, the lawyer claimed.

The family said their village headman informed them on July 29 that Rahaman and his wife were summoned to present themselves in the Jorhat Circuit House.

AFFIDAVIT

Date : 15/07/2019

I, Smti Grace Lotha, D/o Nyamo Kinghen, Resident of H.No. 161, Near Lotha Baptist Church Senjum Village, Dist.-Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare on oath as under :1. That, I am a bonafide citizen of India.

2. That, my name is entered and recorded in two different ways as such "Grace Lotha" in my official documents and as "Grace Kinghen" in the Succession Certificate.

3. That, I have sworn this affidavit to declare that "Grace Lotha" and "Grace Kinghen" are the names of one and the same person, i.e., my name only.

4. That, the statements made above from para 1 to 3 of this affidavit is made by me which is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, belief and nothing is concealed therein.

And I have signed this affidavit on this 15th day of July 2019 at Dimapur, Nagaland.

DEPONENT Sworn before me by the Deponent.

Notary Public DP-6394 Regd. No. 117/19

AFFIDAVIT

Date 23/08/19

I, Shri. S. THUNGCHOWO LOTHA, S/o Shemongthung Lotha, aged about 41 years, R/o Seithekema C, Dimapur, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and swear on oath as follows : 1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and an indigenous inhabitant of Nagaland.

2. That my official name in all my documents are entered and used as S. THUNGCHOWO LOTHA. However, my name has been erroneously entered as S T LOTHA in my POSTAL LIFE INSURANCE bearing policy number APS-1386816-L 3. That S T LOTHA and S. THUNGCHOWO LOTHA are one and the same person and this affidavit is made for the purpose of correcting my name from S T LOTHA to S. THUNGCHOWO LOTHA for all purposes and intent.

4. That henceforth I shall be known as S. THUNGCHOWO LOTHA for all official purpose.

5. That, I do state and verify that the contents of the above mentioned statements are true to the best of my knowledge and nothing is false.

Solemnly affirmed and signed before me by the Deponent on this 23rd Aug 2019.

DEPONENT NOTARY PUBLIC DP-6390

NOTICE INVITING OTHER CLAIMANTS TO REPRESENTATION TO COME FORWARD (SECTION 375 OF INDIAN SUCCESSION ACT 1925) In the Court of Smti V. Lovitoly Sema Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur District, Nagaland Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Late C. Imtila Deceased, has been filed by Shri A. John relation Husband, R/o H/No-23, Kuda 'C' Half Nagarjan, Dimapur to draw his/her Family Pension, Bank Acct, who expired on 08/07/2019.

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 21/ Sept/2019.

Given under the hand and seal of the court this 22 day of Aug 2019.

Addl. Deputy Commissioner Dimapur : Nagaland DP-6388

COMPROMISE A Compromise meeting between the accused Family, Shri. Rulanthung Ezung, his wife Smti. Mhalo Ezung and the victim Ms. Enyam Nengyu and her family was held at Circuit House, Kohima on 22nd August 2019 under the aegis of Konyak Union and Kohima Lotha Hoho. The meeting was hosted by Konyak Union at the request of an official letter written to Konyak Union by Kohima Lotha Hoho to initiate a compromise between the two parties.

This compromise meeting is in connection with the G.R. Case No. 23/19, corresponding to Women P.S (N) Case No. 3/19, U/S 323 IPC R/W Sec 75 JJ Act. As informed, both the accused as well as the victim’s family were present.

The accused Shri. Rulanthung and his wife Smti. Mhalo, in the presence of the Konyak Union, Kohima, Konyak Students’ Union, Kohima, Konyak Nyupuh Shekokhong Kohima (KNSK), and the Kohima Lotha Hoho, admitted to their mistake and apologized to the victim and her family. In return the victim and her family accepted the apology in good spirit and accepted the compromise.

The compromise has been initiated for peaceful coexistence as well as to prevent future occurrence.

By this compromise, the parties have agreed to bury their differences for good. The community Leaders of both sides present also agreed to extend help towards each other even in the future.

Keeping in mind the larger good of the two friendly communities, the present compromise is arrived at and signed and sealed by all concerned below, today the 22nd of August, 2019 at Commissioner’s Circuit House at Kohima.

Victim’s Family: Accused family:

Mr. Chuong (F/o Victim)

Mr Rulanthung Ezung Witnesses:

Konyak Union, Kohima,

Konyak Students’ Union Kohima K-2296

Kohima Lotha Hoho,

Konyak Nyupuh Shekokhong Kohima (KNSK)

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Pak remains in FATF terror ‘blacklist’

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hammed. Actions demanding a review of Pakistan’s compliance record were pushed by the US, the UK, Germany and France.

Despite its efforts, Pakistan could not convince the 41-member APG plenary to upgrade it on any parameter, he said.

On 11 “effectiveness parameters” of terror financing and money laundering, Pakistan was adjudged low on 10.

Pakistan now has to focus on avoiding the FATF blacklist in October, when the 15-month timeline on the FATF’s 27-point action plan ends, another official explained.

Pakistan has been under the FATF radar for its complicity towards terror groups LeT, JeM and others, he said.

It is almost certain that Pakistan will continue in its present status in the FATF ‘Grey List’ and there is every possibility that the country may further be downgraded

‘Niti Aayog has no authority on deciding vehicle technology’

Modi govt has rewritten grammar of change: Shah NEW DELHI, AUG 23 (PTI): BJP president Amit Shah said the Narendra Modi government has rewritten the grammar of change, with dozens of signature policy initiatives which have brought significant improvement in people’s lives and also “pitchforked” India as a global growth engine.

The Union home minister also took a swipe at the Congress, saying it has had eight opportunities to serve India with full majority governments, but not even 10 of their measures stand out for ushering in transformational change.

In an article that appeared in The Times of India on Friday, Shah said the Modi government attached importance to the business community as the prime minister has always believed that a country cannot advance if “the business community does not lead this progress”.

Modi’s emphasis on the role of wealth creators in a nation’s growth underlines the importance this government attaches to the business community, he said.

The BJP chief cited the decision to nullify Article 370 and Article 35A, both of which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir, to assert that it exemplify the government’s determination as Modi’s hallmark has been his strong-willed approach.

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ernment is not imposing any technology on the automobile manufacturers. “But it’s also true that the industry can’t ignore the need of cleaner vehicles, particularly EVs (electric vehicles). We want all technologies to stay and let the best of emerge as most preferred choice of buyers.

But our focus should be on reduce import of crude oil,” the minister said.

Saraswat said the focus should be on clean vehicles and battery driven vehicle is not the only solution. “We should focus on clean fuel based on wells to wheels principle and not on zero tail pipe emission. Electricity is not 100% clean,” he said.

dation (FiF) cadres, officials said.

However, most were apprehended under its Maintenance of Public Order (MPO) Act and very few under the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997.

Under the MPO Act, authorities cannot hold a detainee beyond 60 days.

Pakistan has detained JeM founder Masood Azhar and LeT founder Hafiz Saeed mostly under laws that provide for detention for apprehension of breach of peace.

Pakistan recently submitted a 450-page compliance document that details all the changes the government has made to existing laws, and actions against terror groups in the past year and a half.

It claimed it has charged Hafiz Saeed with terror financing, and frozen all assets of the JuD and other UNSC banned outfits this year, as part of its ongoing efforts to crack down on terror.

The FATF implements UN’s decisions on terror designations which do not warrant arrest. They ask only for freeze of funds, denial of access to weapons and travel embargo. The financial watchdog also wants nations to impose penalties that are proportionate and dissuasive.

The FATF currently has 35 members and two regional organisations - European Commission and Gulf Cooperation Council.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT We the family members of beloved Late Aramo Shitiri would like to reach out our love and appreciation towards all the brethren at different organizations, churches and communities, who stood with us spiritually, p h y s i c a l l y, m e n t a l l y and financially during prolonged years of pain and sorrow and till his last breath on 17 th Aug. Late Aramo Shitiri 2019. We apologize for not Born on : 10th Sept. 1972 mentioning individual Died on : 17th Aug. 2019 names but we remember and pray for all. Your legacies of help will be rewarded by the Almighty God. "Your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ."

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NEW DELHI, AUG 23 (PTI): Former prime minister Manmohan Singh on Friday took oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha for his sixth term. Rajya Sabha Chairman M Venkaiah Naidu administered the oath in his chamber to 86-year-old Singh. Leader of the House Thaawar Chand Gehlot, Congress president Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi were present during the oath-taking.

Leader of the Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad, deputy leader of Congress in Rajya Sabha Anand Sharma, and Ahmed Patel were also present in the chairman’s chamber. Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and his deputy Sachin Pilot, besides some BJP leaders were also present.

“Administered oath to Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh as Rajya Sabha MP in my Chamber in Rajya Sabha today,” Naidu later tweeted along with pictures of the oath-taking in which Singh’s wife Gursharan Kaur was also seen.

Tamil Nadu, Kerala on high alert after intel on Lashkar terrorists C H E N NA I , AU G 2 3 (AGENCIES): Tamil Nadu Police are on high alert following intelligence reports that six Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists have infiltrated the state. One of the six is believed to be a Pakistani national, the others are believed to be from Sri Lanka. Police are also on alert in neighbouring Kerala, with districts adjoining Tamil Nadu ordered to carry out extra inspections.

“We have received this information and have alerted our force. We want the public to inform the police if they see any suspicious person or any suspicious activity,” a top Tamil Nadu police officer told NDTV. Security in Chennai and Coimbatore has been strengthened, with hotels, airports, railway stations, theatres, malls and places of worship under close watch.

At least 2,000 police personnel have been deployed around Coimbatore, where a red alert has been sounded. According to news agency IANS, the LeT terrorists are believed to be hiding in the city.

Coimbatore has come attack from fundamentalist groups in the past. In 1998, serial blasts coinciding with the visit of senior BJP leader LK Advani killed 58 people and left 200 injured.

“There is no need for

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We t h e b e r e a v e d family members of our beloved Lance Naik, Late Chubalong Ao of NAPTC, Chumukedima, would like to express our heartfelt thanks and profound gratitude to each and every individual, churches, organisations, neighbours, friends and well-wishers who supported us with prayers and extended physical, financial, material help during his brief illness and sad demise on 17 th August 12th Nov 1984 – 17th Aug 2019 2019.

We deeply regret our inability to thank everyone individually but it is our sincere prayer that Almighty God shower His blessings upon you all.

Loving Parents, Brothers, in-Laws and Family members.

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panic, Everything is under control,” Coimbatore Police Commissioner Sumit Sharan said, adding that the Army and the Air Force had also been alerted.

“We have strengthened security and conducting vehicular checks too in several places,” a senior Chennai police officer told NDTV. Security has also been increased in the temple town of Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu, as also the Nagapattinam coast where the Shrine Basilica in Vailankanni, a famous Christian pilgrim centre, has been given extra protection, according to news agency PTI. In Kerala, Police Chief Loknath Behra has ordered district chiefs to increase security. Additional po-

lice personnel have been dispatched to bus stands, railway stations, airports and other places of public gathering. Security has been strengthened around places of worship.

Kerala Police have urged the public to report anything suspicious on 0471 2722500.

Over the past few months the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested at least 10 men, from across Tamil Nadu, suspected to have links to banned terrorist organisation ISIS. Investigators allege they had plans to launch terror attacks in the state. The families of those arrested denied the links and claimed they were being targeted.

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We t h e b e r e a v e d family members of Late T Kheantsumong (NP Mon Def) of Shamator village would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to everyone who stood by us during his prolonged illness and untimely demise.

Though we can't repay anything for your kindness, we pray that our Heavenly Father bestow His blessings upon everyone of you.

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14th May 1951 – 14th Aug 2019 We the bereaved family of Late N. Hotovi Kinimi acknowledge the sympathy and act of kindness shown to us on our sad loss. A special word of thanks to Dr. Kunungoyi Domeh and the Nurses of CIHSR, Dimapur for their unceasing care and support shown to us at all times.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every individuals churches, organizations, relatives, friends and well wishers who stood by us through prayer physically and materially during the prolonged illness of our beloved father, who left us for his Heavenly abode on 14th August 2019.

Though we are unable to thank each and everyone personally, it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Loving Wife, Children and Relatives.

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“Now if we died with Christ, we believe that we will also live with him.”

Romans 6:8

(15/06/1927 - 17/08/2019) "A great soul serves everyone all the time, a great soul never dies. It brings us together again and again" We the bereaved family of Late Nihovi Awomi Akukau would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to thank and acknowledge all those who attended the funeral, sent messages of condolence and supported us spiritually, physically, financially and materially.

The great comfort during our sorrow was the expression of sympathy conveyed to us in many ways. We deeply appreciate your thoughtfulness and thank you most sincerely.

We convey our special thanks to : 1. Hon’ble Advisor Shri. H. Khehovi Yeptho, Tourism Art & Culture, Govt. of Nagaland 2. Shri. Shetoyi Yeptho, Ex. MLA, 3. Shri. Hekhushe Shikhu, President Sumi Hoho 4. Suruhuto Area GB Association 5. Suruhuto Town Baptist Church SBAK (NM) 6. Suruhuto Town New Baptist Church SBAK (NM) 7. Kholeboto Baptist Church 8. Kholeboto Village Council 9. NCRC Doyapur Road, Dimapur 10. DPO and Staff Land Resource Dept. Zunheboto 11. Surumi Village Council 12. Surumi Baptist Church SBAK (NM) 13. Surumi Baptist Church (Youth Dept.) SBAK (NM) 14. Surumi Baptist Church (Aizuto) 15. NCRC Surumi Village We regret for the inability to express our thankfulness to all in person, but we pray that our Almighty God bless each and everyone abundantly.

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NEW DELHI, AUG 23 (AUGENCIES): Union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari on Friday said Niti Aayog has no authority to take a call on vehicle technology and it’s his ministry which has the mandate. He said there will be no ban on diesel and petrol vehicles as suggested

by Niti Aayog. Interestingly, even Niti Aayog member, V K Saraswat backed him saying, “I am happy that minister Gadkari said his ministry will take the decision on vehicle technologies and not the Niti Aayog.”

Speaking at a summit, Gadkari said the market should decide and the gov-

into the FATF ‘Black List’ at its next plenary to be held in October in Paris, officials said. Pakistan’s continuance in the ‘Grey List’ means its downgrading by the IMF, the World Bank, the ADB, the EU and also a reduction in risk rating by Moody’s, S&P and Fitch.

This will add to the financial problems of Pakistan, which is seeking aid from all possible international avenues.

During the FATF meeting, several countries voiced concern on the country’s failure to do enough to contain terror funding on its soil.

According to officials, a key point made by these countries is the absence of a proper understanding in Pakistan of “transnational risk” -- risk posed to neighbouring and other nations by designated terrorist organisations based in Pakistan.

In June 2018, Pakistan was placed in the ‘Grey List’ and given a 27-point action plan by FATF. This plan was reviewed at the last plenary in October 2018 and again in February, when it was again put into the ‘Grey List’ after India submitted new information about Pakistanbased terrorist groups.

In a bid to bluff the financial watchdog, Pakistani authorities have shown arrests of LeT, JeM, Jamatud-Dawah (JuD), Falah-eInsaniat Foundation (FIF) and Falah-e-Insaniat Foun-

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NEW DELHI, AUG 23 (PTI): The Asia Pacific Group of the FATF, a global watchdog for terror financing and money laundering, has put Pakistan in a terror ‘blacklist’ for its failure to curb funnelling of funds to groups responsible for scores of attacks in India, officials here said on Friday.

While putting Pakistan in an ‘Enhanced Expedited Follow Up List’, the Financial Action Task Force’s Asia Pacific Group also found that the country was non-compliant on 32 of 40 compliance parameters related to terror financing and money laundering, they said. The FATF APG meeting was held in Canberra, Australia, and the discussions, which ended Friday, lasted more than seven hours over two days.

India is a member of both the APG and the FATF consultations and was represented by a team of officials from the ministries of Home, External Affairs and Finance.

Pakistan’s multi-ministerial team at the APG meeting was led by the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan.

“The APG has placed Pakistan in the Enhanced Expedited Follow Up List (Blacklist) for failure to meet its standards,” an Indian official privy to developments said. He added that it had failed to stop funding to groups like the Lashkar-eTaiba and the Jaish-e-Mo-

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Wife, Sons, Daughter, In laws, Grandchildren & Relatives

Born :31st July 1977 – Died : 11th August 2019 The bereaved family members would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all individuals, friends, neighbours, churches, organizations and well wishers who stood by us and helped us spiritually, physically, financially and morally during the tragic accident and prolonged illness till the demise of our beloved Late Visüto Kweho on 11th August 2019.

We deeply regret our inability to thank each and every individual or group for your good deeds, but it is our sincere prayer that Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

Your love and kindness shown to us will remain in our hearts.

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Calm shattered

t all seemed to revive the dreaded feelings felt by people during the turbulent nineties when the sounds of gunfire were like the sound of death.

Denizens of Dimapur in particular had the horrific experience of witnessing countless killings during those decades. The firing incident in Dimapur on Tuesday evening reverberated across the area as gunmen exchanged fire. In the incident on August 20, a high ranking member of a cadre was shot dead inside his home by unidentified gunmen. Following the killing, many braced for a retaliation and counter-retaliation. This never ending cycle of death is a dreadful thought. It again exposes people to uncertainty and death as no one knows what will happen the next hour or moment. While people in Nagaland are expectantly awaiting the final outcome of the long and protracted negotiation to end over six decades of violence; such incidents betray the hopes of people. It is indeed a tragic fact that killings between factions is happening. The question is, what is the reason and will it being Nagas anywhere closer to the avowed goal? The NGOs and civil society groups need to take the initiative to urge all groups against indulging in any act inimical to peace and public safety. The incident is also serves as an example of how guns are being carried with impunity. This is for the law enforcement agencies to take note of. The people’s concern is a crucial factor which cannot be ignored. While negotiations are on, institutions that are meant to serve the people must be strengthened otherwise this would only create an anarchic situation. These actions have angered society when people expect all factions to restrain from all acts inimical to society. However, what is most vital about the word ‘lasting peace’ pertains to the heart and mind. This is the peace that Nagas want. The opportunity to get over with bitterness that serve as fuel for the continuing conflicts and bitterness leading to more division and bloodshed should not be unexplored.As all groups in cease fire know the guidelines, it is imperative on the part of the monitoring group to insist on total implementation and adherence to the clauses.The authorities need to take stock of the situation and undertake a thorough review of the scenario so that movement of armed cadres to civilian populated areas is totally prevented. However, the most effective measure if factions voluntarily desist from any act that could ignite clashes. Such incidents in the past had led to an unstoppable situation and this should not be allowed to recur. All well meaning NGOs need to reach out to various groups and impress upon them on the need to adhere to the cease fire ground rules in letter and in spirit. If Naga society is today in doldrums then it is because might has become right.

The only problem is that this will continue to plague society till it erupts into various forms and then it will be the beginning of the end.

DailyDevotion Prayer—Battle in “The Secret Place”

When you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. —Matthew 6:6 Jesus did not say, “Dream about your Father who is in the secret place,” but He said, “…pray to your Father who is in the secret place….” Prayer is an effort of the will. After we have entered our secret place and shut the door, the most difficult thing to do is to pray. We cannot seem to get our minds into good working order, and the first thing we have to fight is wandering thoughts. The great battle in private prayer is overcoming this problem of our idle and wandering thinking. We have to learn to discipline our minds and concentrate on willful, deliberate prayer.

We must have a specially selected place for prayer, but once we get there this plague of wandering thoughts begins, as we begin to think to ourselves, “This needs to be done, and I have to do that today.” Jesus says to “shut your door.” Having a secret stillness before God means deliberately shutting the door on our emotions and remembering Him. God is in secret, and He sees us from “the secret place”— He does not see us as other people do, or as we see ourselves. When we truly live in “the secret place,” it becomes impossible for us to doubt God. We become more sure of Him than of anyone or anything else.

Enter into “the secret place,” and you will find that God was right in the middle of your everyday circumstances all the time. Get into the habit of dealing with God about everything. Unless you learn to open the door of your life completely and let God in from your first waking moment of each new day, you will be working on the wrong level throughout the day.

But if you will swing the door of your life fully open and “pray to your Father who is in the secret place,” every public thing in your life will be marked with the lasting imprint of the presence of God.

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“Your sacred space is where you can find yourself over and over again.”

~ Joseph Campbell

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2019

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India’s bold move on Kashmir

ndia revoked the special status granted to the state of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Indian constitution.

The Kashmir issue has been a subject of dispute between India and Pakistan since 1947 when the Indian continent was partitioned.

The bill revoking the special status and a reorganization bill was debated and passed by the Rajya Sabha, India’s upper house of parliament, Aug. 5. Subsequently, the Lok Sabha, the lower house of parliament, debated and passed the bill the next day.

Indian President Ram Nath Kovind issued an order overriding the 1954 presidential order which effectively nullified the provisions of autonomy granted by the constitution. The reorganization bill effectively divided the region into two union territories - Jammu and Kashmir with a legislature of its own and Ladakh without a legislature.

The revocation of the special status has become a divisive issue within and outside India. Many in India, especially the Hindu nationalists, celebrated and said the government’s action will bring peace and investment to the region.

The Buddhist community in Ladakh also welcomed the government’s move.

Across the border, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan vehemently attacked the Indian government’s move which he described as an attempt to “change the demography of Kashmir through ethnic cleansing” and a crackdown on the rights of the Kashmiri people.

In protest, Pakistan suspended bilateral trade between the two nations and shuttered transportation services. Pakistan also reportedly sought China’s support for the reversal of India’s move.

While China has asked Pakistan to resolve the Kashmir issue diplomatically with India, the United States has said it is watching the situation closely and asked Pakistan to exercise restraint on the issue.

International human rights groups have condemned India’s actions, such as cutting off internet connections, severing mobile and landline phone lines, heavy presence of security forces, and more importantly for curtailing the special freedoms the people have enjoyed for the past several decades.

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he Appointment of Shri. R. N. Ravi, the interlocutor of Indo-Naga peace talks, as the Governor of Nagaland has sent mixed reaction across sections of the Naga society. Many perceived Ravi’s appointment as a calculated manoeuvre to lay the grounds for the final solution and to oversee its implementation, should it come to that. However, the NSCN (IM), the principal organisation representing the Nagas in the peace talks, have taken offence in Ravi’s assuming a twin role as the interlocutor and the Governor, on the ground that it would reduce the peace talks to the governor level. The NSCN must have its reason for this discomfort. Initially, the talks were to be held unconditionally in third countries at prime ministerial level. But over the course of time these principles have some how changed or eroded one by one. The unconditional clause became not so unconditional when the NSCN were pressurised to negotiate for a solution within the ambit of the Indian constitution on the basis of shared sovereignty. The talks that were initially held in foreign country was also gradually shifted to New Delhi. And now with the interlocutor assuming the role of the state governor, it is perceived that talks have been downgradedto that of the governor’s table.

However, on the brighter side,the position of India with the Nagas have also changed. In the Nehru era, when the Naga revolutionary movements were at its heights, India used its brute military force to subjugate the Nagas, and the revolutionary leaders were branded as secessionistor even terrorists. The use of the

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Mehbooba Mufti, former chief minister of Kashmir, said, “The Fifth of August is the blackest day of Indian democracy when its Parliament, like thieves, snatched away everything from the people of Jammu and Kashmir.” Another former chief minister of the state, Farooq Abdullah, called the abrogation as “unconstitutional.”

Along similar line, the Indian National Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said the government’s decision to scrap Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir and the bifurcation of the state into two union territories is unconstitutional and undemocratic.

Vadra said, “The manner in which it has been done is completely unconstitutional and it’s against all the principles of democracy, there are rules to be followed when such things are done, which were not followed.”

In response to his critics, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 73rd Independence Day address on Aug. 15 said, “Abrogating Article 370 is an important step in fulfilling Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s dream for a united India … One Nation, One Constitution - this spirit has become a reality and India

is proud of it.” Despite the opposition from some political parties and people of the affected region, the Modi government considers it to be a necessary and important move which the prime minister said “was on everyone’s mind but no one wanted to take the initiative.”

It is likely, at least in the near future, that people of the affected region will continue to protest and oppose what they perceive as the high-handedness of the central government. And because of the controversial nature of the Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan since the region’s accession to India, Pakistan is likely to continue its campaign to reverse or disrupt the Indian government’s action.

It is possible that more forms of terrorism could rise from within and across the border to disrupt peace and stability. It is also possible there will be human rights violations from the security forces toward the civilian population, and protests or unrest from the people.

The Indian government’s action also has the potential to formalize the Line of Control as the international boundary between

the two rival nations. It is also possible that Pakistan will formalize its occupation of the “Pakistan Occupied Kashmir.” More importantly, it may be an end to the internationalization of the Kashmir dispute.

The message that Pakistan wants to send out is that India’s move is against the desire of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

Pakistan also wants to make a statement that it is an international dispute and should be settled by the involvement of a third party, either through mediation by a major power or by an international institution such as the United Nations.

On the other hand, India wants to send a clear message that the disputed region has always been an integral part of India and the revocation of the special status was an internal matter of the country.

In 1954, the Constituent Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir resolved that the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India. Moreover, Article 3 of the 1956 constitution of Jammu and Kashmir had stated that the state of Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of the Indian union.

At the dawn of Political Agreement term ‘secessionist’ with reference to Naga national workers is rarely heard now, even though such usages are common in other parts of the country. This could be due to the implicit acknowledgement of the Naga peoples’ right for self-determination. The outlaw and terrorist tag were removed to pave way for the political negotiations. The uniqueness of the Naga history and culture was also recognised. And in the words of RN Ravi, as stated in an interview with the Nagaland Post, “[the] government of India is respectful of Naga unique history, their rights and identity and have taken significant steps to accommodate the wishes and positions of the Naga negotiators”.

So, while on the one hand, Nagas might felt betrayed due to the change in the terms and conditions of the political talks, the government of India has also yielded to some of the basic demands and aspiration of the Naga people. Hence, from the larger political point of view this is a progress in itself. However, the important question is, are we inching towards a lasting political solution or a lasting negotiation?

These are issuesthat requires carefully consideration bythe negotiating parties. Because prolonged negotiation could further dilute the terms of the negotiations, weaken the trust and respect between the negotiating parties, erode the confidence of the people and could breed factional feuds and unlawful activities. RN Ravi has recently conveyed the intention of the Prime Minister to conclude the negotiations in three-month time, further asserting that there are no

reasons why it can’t be concluded.

He has also reiterated that all substantive issues have been resolved barring the Flag and the Yehzabo, which to him are just symbolic in nature. On the contrary, the NSCN asserts that the Flag and Yezhabo are the core demands of the Naga people. Hence, unless there is congruity on these issues, solution may not be forthcoming this soon. Further delay could, however, escalate the conflicts. The sounding of urgency to conclude the political negotiations is good news. However, the people do not know how to react because the contours of the proposed agreement have not been spelled out, barring the few wispy points mentioned in the framework agreement. The people are not even sure whether it will be solution or settlement.

If we observe Ravi’s statements carefully, he uses the word ‘agreement’ and ‘settlement’ more often than the word ‘solution’. While the word solution and settlement could be used interchangeably, it has different connotations. The Merriam Webster dictionary defines the word ‘solution’ as an action or process of solving a problem.

On the other hand, ‘settlement’is defined as an act of bestowing or giving possession under legal sanction. Is Ravi, a shrewd diplomat, already hinting at something?

Irrespective of the nature of the agreement that are being discussed behind closed doors, the current socio-political environments are favourable for both sides to secure a fair deal. Unlike the past, both over ground and underground Nagas have soften their stance on the issue of sovereignty keeping in mind the current

political and economic realities. In addition, almost all major Naga political groups are included in the peace talks. On the other hand, we have a prime minister who is not only eager to solve the Naga issue but also have the numbers in the parliament to push through any required legislation. This is a rare opportunity that cannot be missed. Ravi, in an interview with Nagaland post published on 23rd August 2019, stated that “no political settlement is possible without appreciating the contemporary realities. To that end, the NSCN have conceded on some of the very core issues like sovereignty and integration. However, there must be other practical difficulties for the NSCN to accept a deal without the Flag or the Yehzabo. First, the Naga flag is not just a symbol, it is a manifestation of the covenant of God with the Naga people, and the flag has become a symbol of pride and identity for the Nagas.

Secondly, it would be difficult for the Naga negotiators to accept a half-cooked meal because that would be going against the very principles which they have uphold all these years. When the NPC signed the 16-point agreement in 1960, the signatories were considered as traitors for selling out the rights of the Nagas. Eventually, Imkongliba Ao, a leader of the NPC was assassinated. Again, when a section of the NNC signed the Shillong Accord, whereby the signatories agreed (or perhaps were coerced) to accept the constitution of India, factional feuds erupted and many lost their lives. It is also rumoured that during the negotiations in the mid-1960s, Indira Gandhi offered anything but

Zacchaeus or St Paul?

saw a disturbing WhatsApp forward from a Church leader informing his village Church members residing in towns that the Church elders will be coming to collect the Church tithe. The first thought that came to my mind on seeing this was, “Is the Church today creating more Zacchaeus (the tax collector) than St Paul (the preacher)?” The more Zacchaeus we create today, the more members leaving the Church, the more souls we keep losing. The more St Paul we create, we shall be building a community of believers, not empty & gigantic concrete Church buildings, we create a community walking in the footsteps of Christ.

It is never too late for the Church to make amends and choose why if we create more Zacchaeus or more St Paul.

Over the last few months, I’ve struggled to find peace in the Church while attending the Sunday service. My life as a Christian and attending the Church was to find peace and give an hour or two of my weekly life to God in prayer.

The Church was a place where I

find solace, comfort, soul searching, a place to thank God for all the blessings received and yet to come. A place I sort to seek forgiveness for all the mistakes I have committed in thoughts and deeds.

Today, my mind is filled with turmoil and shame. Glimpses of the people who came to my place asking for Church tithe and other collections melts away my heart to a shameful state. I’ve always believed that my contribution to God was between him and me alone.

A sacred where no human should ever see. Jesus himself cited the example of the poor widow who emptied her purse to the temple in all modesty. He rebuked the arrogant Pharisees giving wealth to the temple displaying his contribution to let the others know how much he had contributed. Now, almost every Church make a list of tithe collection, publishes a booklet and distribute it to every faithful. To me, this is shaming members who had different views as me, who either contribute anonymously or not contributing at all. I want to blow my trumpet a little here.

I’m a very spiritual person if not very religious. I believe in serving another human. To me, serving man is serving God. My whole life has been doing something to the least of my neighbour in my little ways. A kilo of sugar to the poor, a warm blanket to warm during winter, a word of consolation to the helpless, a word of comfort to the lost and undecided, a morsel of meal to the hungry, a visit to the sick, praying for the community etc, etc. These I believe should be the true mission of the Church.

The last Sunday, our local parish priest preached proudly from his pulpit saying, “I don’t want any parishioner in my parish going to bed hungry, I will help them even if I don’t have any to eat.”

My spirit rose in ecstasy listening to the words of a true missionary, a true soldier of Christ. We need more preachers like him. How many of such men/women are left today?

The forwarded message included, “Therefore I request all the faithful to keep ready whatever you want to give to the Lord. 2nd

Corinthians 9:7 say God loves a cheerful giver.” But he perhaps forgot to read the first part of this verse, “Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” Are we living to the teachings in the Bible or have we interpreted the Bible to our own comfort?

I recollected a sermon by our parish priest a year back, “We don’t want to be another extortion company, demanding money from my congregation with x & y amount. I understand that many people are not even able to have food on their tables. Give whatever you can to the Lord and we shall pray God opens our hearts to be willing givers.” I pray that God bless more and more preachers as our parish priest. In closing, my parish priest is an example of St Paul, a preacher awaking human spirit, praying for the community and doing something like Christ himself did on earth.

N Krocha Chekiye Village Dimapur.

While the Indian government has every right to pursue what it thinks best for the country, a peaceful resolution could have been pursued either by closely involving the state and the people concerned. Or, it could have pushed for a bilateral solution as agreed upon by the Shimla Agreement and the Lahore Declaration. Now it is a paramount importance that the government of India delivers concrete results, especially restoring peace, stability and development of the region, as well as the adherence to equality and freedom for all.

The protracted tension is likely to linger on but it was a bold move by the Modi government on such a sensitive issue, especially in less than three months since taking office.

By Dr. Nehginpao Kipgen and Ankit Malhotra Dr. Nehginpao Kipgen is associate professor, assistant dean and executive director at the Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS), Jindal School of International Affairs, O.P. Jindal Global University. Ankit Malhotra is an undergraduate law student pursuing LLB at the Jindal Global Law School and an intern at CSEAS.

without sovereignty, but the offer was rejected, because the position of the Naga national leaders at that time was for all or nothing.

These are some of the practical difficulties that the Naga negotiators have to retrospect objectively while trying to secure a deal.

Nonetheless, as the Naga public are not aware of the details of the negotiations, it is difficult to assess how Nagas would react to any proposed agreement. It is also not clear whether the proposed agreement would unite or dissect the Nagas. But one thing is certain. Keeping in mind the opposition of some neighbouring communities, there could be turmoil. In the past, Nagas have waged a war with Assam, this time it could different. But the learned negotiators from both sides must already have a policy in place to avert such situations.

India has adequately hinted on rehabilitating the armed Naga cadres post solution, but has not stated anything about demilitarising the region. The presence of military personnel every nook and corner of the region instil fear and intimidation, and only reminds the Nagas of the atrocities committee by the Indian army in the past.

That must go too. Armed conflict does not suit each other interest.

The catchword “with India, not within India” must respect the civil, political and human rights of the Nagas in the contemporary world. A lasting solution, and not a piecemeal solution, should therefore, be the ultimate result of the negotiations.

Dr. N. Janbemo Humtsoe Wokha. janbemolotha@gmail.com

Reader’s Post

Why is Jio speed ridiculously slow in Jalukie?

Sir,

The number of Jio users has increased to more than 100 million subscribers as of 22nd February, 2017.

After their initial launch on 5th September, 2016. So, it is very clear that handling more than 100 million subscribers is not an easy task. But is it fair to have only 1 Jio Tower for the whole Jalukie Town, Peren District?

When the average speed at the time of this writing is 21.0 Mbps. Which most urban area’s have the privilege where as for us in rural area we have very limited access to the internet at the speed of 0.13 Mbps (Download Speed) and 0.00 Mbps (Upload Speed). Sometimes we get less than 0.13 Mbps and the tower use to go offline for several days like 5 to 10 days. Are we the abandon user’s of Jio? Will the Jio do something about it, let us all hope this reader post finds them well.

Sentemong Sangtam Kedime Colony, Ward-no 05 Jalukie Town, Peren, Nagaland 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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Akhilesh dissolves all SP units in UP

LUCKNOW, AUG 23 (PTI): Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Friday dissolved the party’s entire Uttar Pradesh units including the state executive, and district and youth wings, sources said, as he attempts a course correction in the party after its Lok Sabha poll debacle.

The party, however, has retained state president Naresh Uttam, they said.

“Party president Akhilesh Yadav has dissolved the state executive. All district executives and the executives of youth and other wings have also been dissolved,” a senior party leader told PTI requesting anonymity. “A new executives will be formed soon.”

The surprise development is being seen as an effort by the SP to recover its electoral base after its poor performance in the recent Lok Sabha polls when it won just five seats -- the same as in 2014 -despite stitching a pre-poll alliance with the BSP and the RLD. Much to the SP’s chagrin, while its tally remained stuck at five, the tie-up benefitted Mayawati’s BSP, which bagged 10 seats in the state -- it drew a blank in 2014 general polls.

Akhilesh Yadav (File) What rubbed salt to the SP’s wound was the shock defeat of Dimple Yadav, Akhilesh’s wife who had entered the fray as a sitting MP. She represented the Kannauj Lok Sabha seat.

Just a day after the Lok Sabha results were declared, the party chief sacked the panel of leaders appointed as spokespersons for TV channels. The appointment of all party panellists was cancelled in one stroke by the party chief who also said that no TV channel should invite any of them for debate.

A party insider said Akhilesh began churning within the organisation the very day the results were out, with over a dozen Assembly by-polls not far away, and the bigger target of 2022 Assembly elections in mind.

“After the LS polls, party president Akhilesh Yadav has been meeting people and taking feedbacks from party workers and office-bearers. After going through all the aspects, the party executives will be reorganised with new ‘josh’ (enthusiasm) to take on the BJP,” party chief spokesman Rajendra Chowdhury said.

The Lok Sabha election debacle for the Samajawadi Party is the second instance when Akhilesh Yadav has miscalculated his move.

He had tried his hand at coalition-building in Uttar Pradesh in the 2017 assembly elections as well, teaming up with Congress.

His father and party’s founding leader Mulayam Singh Yadav had advised him against the move. He was ignored.

The SP-Congress alliance failed miserably and BJP’s Yogi Adityanath replaced Akhilesh Yadav as Uttar Pradesh chief minister. In 2019 Lok Sabha polls too, Mulayam had advised him against forming the BSP alliance for the Lok Sabha. The veteran leader’s advice was not heeded to again. In 2017, Akhilesh had harped upon development agenda during his

stint to attract voters. His ‘kaam bolta hai’ (work speaks for itself) campaign failed to resonate among UP voters.

In 2019, he decided to go back to the tried and tested caste-based calculations to win seats. He failed again.

Having suffered backto-back electoral defeats, Akhilesh now faces a daunting task of not only regaining the people’s confidence in the party but also assuring them of its own identity in state and national politics, some party leaders said.

In 2012, after a stint as the head of the SP’s youth wing and UP unit president, he was picked up by his father to become the state’s youngest ever chief minister at 38.

In the early years of his term as SP unit chief and the CM, he struggled with his father’s legacy -tackling politicians like D P Yadav, Amar Singh and Azam Khan. His uncle Shivpal Yadav brought in mafia don Mukhtar Ansari’s Quami Ekta Dal into the SP, against his will.

Another uncle, Ram Gopal Yadav, backed Akhilesh as he tackled dissension in the party and the Yadav clan.

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First case under Triple Talaq law registered in Guj SURAT, AUG 23 (PTI): A case under the new law which bans instant Triple Talaq was registered in Surat on Thursday against a Muslim man for allegedly divorcing his wife on phone.

This was first case under The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019 filed in Gujarat after the law was passed by Parliament, said Deputy Commissioner of Police Panna Momaya.

As per the complainant woman, her husband Mohammad alias Vasim Pathan and his mother were ill-treating her for the last one and half years.

In June, following a quarrel, Pathan took her to her parents’ house and left her there, she said.

On the same night he called her on phone and uttered talaq thrice, she alleged.

She filed the complaint on Thursday.

The Triple Talaq bill was passed by both houses of Parliament in the last week of July.

Under the new law, triple talaq can attract a prison sentence of upto three years.

3 killed in stampede in WB temple KO L K ATA , AU G 2 3 (PTI): At least three persons were killed and over 20 injured in a stampede near a temple in West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district on Friday, chief minister Mamata Banerjee said.

The mishap took place around 2.15 am near Kachua Loknath temple at Kachua, 50 km from here.

Lakhs of people gather at the temple every year on this day to celebrate the birth anniversary of Baba Lokenath Brahmachari, an 18th century Bengali saint, who has followers in West Bengal and Bangladesh.

Banerjee, who rushed to National Medical College and Hospital here, where the injured were admitted, told reporters, “There was a large crowd at Kachua Loknath temple this year. It started raining heavily in the wee hours and people tried to take shelter at makeshift bamboo stalls on the approach road to the temple.

The bamboo structures collapsed after heavy rain.

“The place was narrow and in the rush, a few people fell into the pond beside the temple and this created a confusion leading to a stampede-like situation there.”

She said senior ministers have been sent to Barasat Hospital, RG Kar Medi-

Injured Kaushi Mondal being treated at Calcutta National Medical College & Hospital(CNMCH) after a wall collapse in Kachua, West Bengal, Friday. (PTI)

cal College and a hospital at Basirhat.

“I am personally monitoring the situation”, Banerjee said. The chief minister announced compensation of Rs five lakh to next of kin of those killed in the mishap, Rs one lakh to family members of the critically injured and Rs 50,000 for those with minor injuries.

“The mishap at Kachua is unfortunate and tragic.

Occurred after heavy rain. I visited CNMC and SSKM hospitals to meet families of the deceased and injured.

Every death is a tragedy. But what we can do is to stand by the families in their moment of grief,” Banerjee tweeted.

A senior police officer told PTI, some pilgrims visiting the temple in Basirhat police district, had slipped due to

slush caused by heavy rain and wind.

The police rescued them and took them to a health camp at Kachua and then to a primary health centre, he said.

“The situation was immediately brought under control,” he said.

“Ten critically injured persons have been brought to Kolkata for better treatment. Three persons have succumbed to injuries and another three are in a very critical condition. Five injured persons are in a hospital within Basirhat police station limits,” he said.

The three dead have been identified as Aparna Sarkar, Tarun Mondal and Poornima Gorai, another senior officer of West Bengal Police said.

Chopper makes emergency landing in U’khand ED raids Jet Airways founder’s premises in Delhi, Mumbai NEW DELHI, AUG 23 (PTI): The Enforcement Directorate on Friday conducted searches at the premises of Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal in connection with a case of alleged contravention of the foreign exchange law, officials said.

They said the searches are being carried out under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) and are aimed at

gathering additional evidence. About a dozen premises in Mumbai and Delhi, including Goyal’s residence in Maharashtra’s capital, are being searched, they said. Proceedings under the FEMA are civil in nature.

Goyal was questioned by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) on Thursday in Mumbai in connection with allegations of some financial irregulari-

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ties. Officials said the federal agency is also looking at the airline’s stake in Jet Privilege Pvt Ltd (JPPL), set up in 2012, as part of the latest searches. JPPL is an independent entity in which Jet Airways has 49.9 per cent stake and is part of the Etihad Group. It was set

up to manage and further develop JPMiles, a loyalty and rewards programme. A few executives of the now closed down airline were questioned by the ED in this case in the past as part of ascertaining if FEMA and RBI guidelines were followed while inking this deal.

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Friday came hours after distribution of relief by air was resumed after its suspension in the wake of Wednesday’s copter crash. An official at Arakot basecamp said the helicopter had to make an emergency landing to avoid getting entangled with the power cables which was one of the factors that led to the crash on Wednesday.

The pilot, Sushant Jeena hailing from Jabalpur, and the co-pilot, Ajit Singh from Haryana, had a close shave, he said.

Relief and rescue operations in Uttarkashi district were launched last week after landslips and cloudbursts triggered by heavy rains caused led to heavy damage in Mori block of the district killing 16 persons and leaving six others missing. A preliminary official estimate has pegged the losses caused by heavy rains in the district at Rs 130 crore.

NAGALAND: KOHIMA

Dated: Kohima, the 23rd August, 2019

NOTIFICATION

In continuation of this office even letter no. dated, 19th July, 2019, it is to inform and remind all the Higher Secondary schools and Colleges to register online in the National Scholarship Portal (www.scholarships.gov.in) with valid AISHE/DISE code and submit the Institute online registration hardcopy to the Directorate of Technical Education, Kohima, below new secretariat on or before 31st August, 2019. Failure of which, the higher secondary schools /colleges/Institute will not be able to scrutinize the student’s online scholarship application submitted in the National Scholarship Portal.

For any query, one may contact, the State Nodal Officer at 0370-2271432 during office hours only.

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DEHRADUN/UTTARKASHI, AUG 23 (PTI): The crew of a private helicopter engaged in relief operations in the rain-ravaged Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand had a narrow escape on Friday after the copter made an emergency landing on the banks of a river near Tikochi.

The helicopter belonging to Aryan Aviation was on its way to Chiwa to distribute relief material when it had to make an emergency landing on the banks of the river at Nagawada near Tikochi, Uttarkashi DM Ashish Chauhan said.

The helicopter was partially damaged but both the pilot and the co-pilot managed to escape with minor injuries, DG (law and order) Ashok Kumar said. The incident comes just two days after another private helicopter crashed near Moldi killing all three on board A view of a damaged helicopter after it made -- the pilot, the co-pilot and emergency landing on the banks of a river in Arakot a local. The emergency landing of the helicopter on village, Uttar Kashi district, Friday. (PTI)

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Interested candidates may apply in standard form along with their Bio-data, two copies of Passport size photographs and attested copies of their qualification from HSLC onwards to the address mentioned below on or before 31st August 2019.

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NOTIFICATION In pursuance of this office Advertisement No. DRD/ESTT/RECT/Gr-III/1/2019. Dtd. 3rd June 2019, the following candidates, whose Roll No. is appended below are hereby declared selected for the post of LDA-Cum-Computer Assistant (Directorate/District Level) under the Directorate of Rural Development Blocks (DRDB) Nagaland, Kohima. The Selection is in order of merit, based on the marks obtained by the candidates in the written examination held on 13th July 2019, computer proficiency test on 7th to 9th August 2019 and Viva-voce on 13th August 2019. The 1st & 2nd Rank is allotted the Directorate level post, while 3rd rank upto 31st rank is allotted the District level post.

The selected candidates are required to submit their acceptance letter to the undersigned, within 30 (Thirty) days with effect from the date of issue of this Notification, failing which, it will be deemed that the candidate(s) have not accepted the offer and the post shall be offered to the candidate(s) in the waiting list.

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With effect from May 1, 2019, SBI had linked the interest rate on Savings Bank deposits (for balances above Rs 1 lakh) with the Repo rate (i.e. 275 basis points below Repo rate) without changing the rate of 3.5 per cent for SB balances up to Rs 1 lakh.

The RBI in its third bimonthly policy had reduced repo rate by 35 basis point (from 5.75 per cent to 5.40 per cent) with effect from August 7, 2019. “Had this rate cut been transmitted to savings bank (SB) deposits, the applicable returns on SB deposits with balances above Rs 1 lakh would have dropped to 2.65 per cent (275 bps below Repo rate, i.e. 5.40%) with effect from September 1, 2019,” it said.

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The rate reduction 46179 days, 180 days to less than one year maturities baskets is 25 basis points (0.25 percentage point) at 5.5 per cent and 6 per cent respectively while for maturity bucket of 1-2 years is only 10 basis points at 6.70 per cent.

For top maturity period of 5-10 years, the decrease is again 25 basis points at 6.25 per cent.

The bank also said that it has retained interest rate on savings bank deposit at 3 per cent for customers with balances above Rs 1 lakh with a view to protecting the interest of savings bank depositors.

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First mega ‘tech fest’ concludes in Kohima

KOHIMA, Aug 23( NPN): The first ever mega ‘Tech Fest’ under the theme ‘Naga Tech- Redefining ideas,’ organised by the Department of Technical Education, concluded at IG Stadium, Kohima on Friday.

Speaking at the programme, special guest Kevechütso Doulo, chairman, NEPeD urged the students to use their minds and make a difference in the country.

He advised the students not to be scared of failure but to venture out and explore. He also asked the students to cherish the new things they learned in the past 3 days and live up with dignity and pride, and to be sincere in their works. “The great achievers are humble. They are determined, committed and responsible,” said Doulo.

He also hoped that the est will contribute and help the young talented Nagas.

During the three day fest, innovators from six polytechnic institute of Nagaland displayed their creations and projects.

Other presentation include digital payment vending machine, voice control robot car, low cost earthquake alarm system etc.

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Moody’s said of the 16 Asian economies, Hong Kong and Singapore have shown particularly weak expansions this year, with very large deteriorations in real GDP growth when compared to the first half of 2018.

It explained that externally-oriented economies saw a sharper slowing during the first six months of 2019, while domestic factors have had a greater influence on growth in Japan, India and the Philippines.

“The weaker global economy has stunted Asian exports and the uncertain operating environment has weighed on investment,” it said. “In particular, softer capital formation has mirrored the weakening in exports, especially for tradereliant economies such as Korea and Hong Kong.”

As for the Philippines, the delay in the passing of the government budget has disrupted its infrastructure build-out, while in Malaysia and Sri Lanka, fiscal tightening has posed drags.

Moody’s also said that the slower overall GDP growth in the region has not yet weighed significantly on broader employment conditions, while generally benign inflation supports purchasing power across the Asia Pacific.

markets.

Since the Budget, the benchmark index, Sensex had fallen over 3,000 points - after it had touched a lifetime high of 40,000 - over weak economic growth forecast and outflow of FPI money, a key driver of Indian capital markets.

“Withdrawal of the surcharge on FPIs is a shot in the arm for the sagging market. One can now expect reversal of the FPI selling. The market is likely to look up from now on,” said V.K. Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Financial Services.

Vijayakumar, however, added that sustained rally in the market will happen only when they have visibility on good earnings growth and reversal of the slowdown underway in the economy. “This requires more reforms. The FM has announced that she will come back with more reforms soon. So, there is hope.”

Rajesh H Gandhi, Partner, Deloitte India said: “This is a very positive development which would give a fillip to the capital markets. Tax rates for FPIs will come down by 4 per cent to 7 per cent back to the pre-Budget levels and this removes the anomaly created by the Budget 2019.

This also shows that the Government is sensitive to the concerns of industry.”

New Delhi, Aug 23 (PTI): The country’s largest lender State Bank of India on Friday slashed interest rates on fixed deposits across various tenure by up to 0.5 percentage point, a move which will lower returns for savers.

In view of the falling interest rate scenario and surplus liquidity, SBI realigns its interest rate on Term Deposits with effect from August 26, 2019, SBI said in a statement.

The move to reduce interest rate on fixed deposits by the country’s largest lender is expected to be followed by other lenders.

The bank has slashed retail term deposit rates by 10-50 basis points across tenors as well as bulk term deposit rates by 30-70 basis points across tenors, it said.

The bank has slashed the interest rate for the fixed deposits with maturity of 7-45 days to 4.5 per cent from existing 5 per cent.

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Moody’s said the moderation in business sentiment and slow flow of credit to corporates have contributed to weaker investment in the country.

“Cooler business sentiment and slow flow of credit to corporates contribute to weaker investment in India,” it said. Indian economy had expanded by 6.9 per cent in 2017 and 7.4 per cent in 2018, according to Moody’s.

GDP growth rate had hit a five-year low of 5.8 per cent in the January-March quarter and the government is slated to announce the first quarter (April-June) growth number on August 30.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) too had earlier this month lowered GDP growth estimate for the current fiscal that began on April 1 to 6.9 per cent from previous estimate of 7 per cent citing demand and investment slowdown.

Moody’s said inflation was expected to rise to 3.7 per cent this year and 4.5 per cent in the next from 2.9 per cent in 2018.

“Reserve Bank of India has been most active in cutting rates in support of growth, but lingering financial sector issues may blunt the effectiveness of the monetary stimulus,” it added.

Mumbai, Aug 23 (PTI): Indian capital and currency markets are poised for a strong recovery after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday announced the roll back of the contentious tax surcharge on the Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPIs) announced in the Budget last month.

“The enhanced surcharge levied by Finance Act, 2019, on long and short term capital gains tax is being withdrawn,” Sitharaman said in a special media briefing here.

The situation has been restored to the pre-budget level, she added.

S e n s ex a n d N i f t y might gain over 1 per cent on Monday and chances are that the Sensex may scale past the 38,000 mark in a fortnight, Deepak Jasani of HDFC Securities said.

Jasani, however, added that investors will still be cautious owing to the GDP figures to be announced on August 30. Besides, much also depends on the corporate earnings growth, which is currently poor.

The surcharge, along with concerns over slowdown in economic growth, caused a massive outflow of foreign funds. Withdrawal of over Rs 16,000 crore was witnessed in the month of July, which was one of the worst outflows ever from the Indian capital

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New Delhi, Aug 23 (PTI): Moody’s Investors Service on Friday revised downwards India’s GDP growth forecast for the current year to 6.2 per cent, saying the economy remains sluggish due to a combination of factors such as weak hiring, distress among rural households and tighter financial conditions.

The GDP growth forecast for 2019 calendar year was revised downwards from its previous estimation of 6.8 per cent. The same for 2020 was also lowered by a similar 0.6 percentage points to 6.7 per cent, Moody’s said in a statement.

Announcing revision in its growth forecast for 16 Asian economies, it said weaker trade and investment weigh on GDP growth, despite stable private and public consumption in the region.

“While not heavily exposed to external pressures, India’s economy remains sluggish on account of a combination of factors, including weak hiring, financial distress among rural households, and tighter financing conditions due to stress among non-bank financial institutions,” it said.

Stating that domestic factors have had a greater influence on growth in India,

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Bolsonaro trying to destroy rainforest: Leaked docs

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is a conservation effort led by the organisation Gaia Amazonas, in collaboration with NGOs and international governments.

It aims to conserve the world’s largest protected area, a corridor of rainforest 135 million hectares long stretching from the Andes mountain range to the Amazon and Atlantic ocean.

But Mr Bolsonaro, Brazil’s controversial farright president, appears to be deliberately obstructing the conservation effort and

claiming that NGOs and indigenous communities living within the Amazon are undermining the country.

The desperate efforts of indigenous communities to save the forest have recently attracted attention on social media.

One clip, which was first shared online in July, features a distressed Pataxo woman who accuses illegal ranchers of starting fires in the Amazon. It has been viewed almost five million times.

Brazil’s government is now under increasing pressure to intervene.

Ricardo Salles, Brazil’s environment minister, was booed and heckled on Wednesday while appearing at the Latin American and Caribbean Climate Week.

The meeting, which focused on climate change, was held in the city of Salvador. As Mr Salles took to

the stage at the summit, he was met only with jeers.

Mr Bolsonaro on Thursday claimed his government “lacks the resources” to fight the blaze, but many environmental groups are now blaming him directly for the devastation.

Richard George, head of forests at Greenpeace, told The Independent: “The whole area around the Amazon has been highly volatile with loggers and farmers, and Bolsonaro has absolutely lit a torch under that.”

The raging wildfires, which are burning during the dry season, took hold after farmers reportedly announced a coordinated ”day of fire” on 10 August.

Mr George said: “The idea was to clear land but also to send a signal of their support for Bolsonaro, the idea being that you would see the smoke and see that

they’re hard at work delivering his agenda of developing the Amazon and other forests in Brazil.

“What he has done through his words and deeds is given the go-ahead to farmers and illegal loggers, encouraging them into indigenous communities.”

Communities in and around the Amazon have had their land “stolen” and were likely to suffer “pretty serious” respiratory problems from the smoke caused by the fires, he added.

French president Emmanuel Macron on Thursday described the Amazon fires as an “international crisis”, calling on world leaders to “discuss the emergency” at the G7 summit this weekend.

“The Amazon rain forest – the lungs which produces 20% of our planet’s oxygen – is on fire,” he tweeted. “It is an international crisis.”

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The Service Union Thsingar Village, (SUTV) would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Shri. H. Tsaopi Sangtam, Night Chowkidar GHSS Kiphire for being conferred the prestigious Governor’s Commendation Certificate on 15 th August 2019.

The SUTV appreciates and acknowledges Shri. Tsaopi for bringing laurels to the union through his selfless and dedicated service.

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With immense pride and honour and gratification, we the Sungratsu Ozukum clan extends our heartiest congratulations to the following persons :1. Dr. Sashitola Ozukum daughter of Mr. Mapu Ozukum and Mrs. Rongsenpokla Aier for her great achievement in the capacity of Assistant Professor in Veterinary Medicine (including Ethics and Jurisprudence) Veterinary College under Central Agricultural University.

2. Mrs. Amenla Sashi NSS wife of Lt. Lanukaba Ozukum on being promoted to the post of Additional Secretary to the Govt. of Nagaland.

You are the pride for our clan and your achievements have brought laurels to our Ozukum clan as well as to the village as a whole. We hope and prayer that our Almighty God grant you all good health and wisdom and more success even in the future endeavours.

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We the Dimapur Kami Student's Union, (DKSU) with immense pride and appreciation, convey our heartfelt congratulations to Bete-ü Kupa, D/o of Neikolo Kupa on securing a seat to undergo MBBS course. We wish her success in achieving her future goal.

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FELICITATION With immense pride and honor the Sungratsü Students’ Union Kohima express our profound happiness and congratulations to Dr. Sashitola Ozüküm, D/o Mr. Mapu Ozüküm and Mrs. Rongsenpokla Aier for securing the post of Assistant professor from Veterinary College under Central Agricultural University.

May our Almighty God grant you good health and success in the days to come.

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Congratulations Sir Meyazungba Jamir. The RALH extends its appreciation for being honored with Governor's Medal Award for your distinguished service on the 73rd Independence day.

The RALH also extends its appreciation to Shri.

Yanbemo Ovung, staff in the SDO (Civil) Ralan office for being honored with B-commendation certificate on the same day.

Further, the RALH extends its appreciation to the Commandant, 28th Assam Rifles, Wokha for visiting Ralan area on 22nd August 2019 to interact with the area GBs & Civil societies pertaining to various developmental opportunities offered/ undertaken by them besides organizing free medical camp.

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On behalf of every citizen of Aliba Village, the Kohima Aliba Union, extends heartfelt congratulations to Er. Longzochang, Superindenting Engineer, PWD Housing, Govt. of Nagaland on being awarded the prestigious Governor’s Gold Medal for meritorious Service on the occasion of the 73rd Indian Independence Day Celebration.

An officer well known for his hard work and sincerity, immensely admired for his willingness to walk extra mile, he deserves this recognition every bit.

The union wishes that he will make more giant strides and continue to be an inspiration to all.

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at all levels with French authorities on the issue. The Home Secretary will raise this issue with her French counterpart in the coming days,” she added.

O n T h u r s d ay, t h e Home Office said 37 migrants - including what it called six “claimed minors” - were found in the Channel and medically assessed. Another 24 people, including four children, were detained by the police and transferred to Border Force after arriving by boat at Winchelsea Beach in East Sussex.

The All Nagaland Government College Teachers Association (ANGCTA) congratulates Dr. SANJAY SHARMA, Asst. Prof, Dept. of Physics, Kohima Science College, Jotsoma, for being awarded the GOVERNOR’S COMMENDATION CERTIFICATE on 15th of August, 2019 for his meritorious services rendered.

The Association also congratulates the following teachers for them being awarded the Teachers Meritorious Award 2019, by the Department of Higher Education, Govt. of Nagaland and bringing laurels to the Teaching Fraternity and their respective colleges.

Sl.No Name Department College 1. Smti. LiLY ANGAMI Economics Kohima College, Kohima.

2. Dr. SANJAY SHARMA Physics Kohima Science College, Jotsoma.

3. Smti. MOAKALA JAMIR Economics Zunheboto Govt. College, Zunheboto.

4. Dr. MEDONGULIE ZATSU Economics Phek Govt. College, Phek.

The Association wishes the awardees the very best and would also like to thank the Governor of Nagaland, Shri R.N. Ravi and the Department of Higher and Technical Education, Govt. of Nagaland for honouring the dedicated services of our teachers.

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Noting the importance of the cyber dialogue, the two sides affirmed their willingness to reinforce their cooperation, notably through the sharing of information between their cybersecurity agencies and prevent malicious activities and undertake immediate corrective

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ences, it added.

“France and India recognise the shared responsibility of a wide variety of actors, in their respective roles, to improve trust, security and stability in cyberspace,” the statement said.

The two sides “intend to make digital technology a transformative factor in their societies, to foster economic growth, sustainable development and secure enhanced internet access which is essential to bridge digital divide,” it said.

“France and India affirm their commitment to an open, reliable, secure, stable and peaceful cyberspace,” it added.

Recognising the shared responsibility of a wide variety of actors, in their respective roles, to improve trust, security and stability in cyberspace, the two countries

cerns regarding the security of electronic means of payment and affirmed their commitment to the protection of consumers against online financial frauds.

They also recognised the potential offered by the development of Artificial intelligence, particularly in the field of sustainable development, e-governance, autonomous transportation, smart cities, cyber security, health, education and agriculture, it said.

The two countries also committed to cooperation in protection of personal information, reduction of digital divide, business cooperation in the digital sector and on digital governance.

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response.

The statement noted that India and France intend to work together on the risks associated with the deployment of 5G technologies and the technical solutions adopted to deal with them.

The statement also highlighted the resolve of the two countries to fight against violent extremist and hateful content online.

“France and India reaffirm the responsibility and accountability of social media platforms in the moderation of terrorist and violent extremist content as well as illegal hate speech online,” it said.

The two countries recognised that cybercrime is a transnational crime that requires enhanced international cooperation to effectively bring cyber criminals to justice. The two countries also expressed their con-

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Chantilly, Aug 23 (PTI): India and France have vowed to fight against violent and hateful content online as they affirmed their commitment to an open and reliable cyberspace.

The two countries also agreed to make digital technology a transformative factor to foster economic growth and sustainable development.

The two countries laid down the roadmap on cybersecurity and digital technology in a joint statement after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday at Chateau de Chantilly, one of the finest jewels of French cultural heritage, located about 50 kms north of Paris.

The Ministry of the Economy and Finance of France and the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY) of India will be nodal points to coordinate the implementation of this Indo-French digital partnership through appropriate mechanism, a joint statement issued by the two countries stated on Thursday.

To intensify the exchange, both sides intend to hold regular consultations on “Indo-France Digital Partnership” by physical meetings and video confer-

L o n d o n , A ug 2 3 (IANS): Indian-origin UK Home Secretary Priti Patel will hold talks with her French counterpart after more than 60 migrants attempted to cross the English Channel on Thursday.

Four boats were intercepted by Border Force off the coast of Kent, with two landing on a beach in Sussex. Another two dinghies carrying a total of 19 adults, 10 children and a baby were also picked up by French authorities.

More than 900 people, including at least 80 children, have crossed the Channel in small boats this year.

A British Home Office spokeswoman called crossing the Channel in a small boat a “huge risk” and said that “the criminal gangs who perpetuate this are ruthless and do not care about loss of life”, the BBC reported. “We continue to monitor the ongoing situation and are working closely

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sented at a meeting between Brazilian government officials and local leaders in Para state, which is home to the Amazonia National Park.

During Febr uar y’s meeting, according to Open Democracy, Brazilian ministers used the presentation to detail projects planned for by the region by Mr Bolsonaro’s government.

“Development projects must be implemented on the Amazon basin to integrate it into the rest of the national territory in order to fight off international pressure for the implementation of the so-called ‘Triple A’ [conservation] project,” one slide reads.

“To do this, it is necessary to build the Trombetas river hydroelectric plant, the Óbidos bridge over the Amazon river, and the implementation of the BR-163 highway to the border.”

The Triple A project

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B R A S I L I A , AU G 2 3 (AGENCIES): Jair Bolsonaro hopes to sabotage conservation efforts in the Amazon, leaked documents have revealed, reports theindependent.co.uk.

The Brazilian government intend to build bridges, motorway and hydroelectric plant in the jungle to “fight off international pressure” to protect the world’s largest rainforest.

The plans, leaked to political website open Democracy, emerged as devastating fires rage through the Amazon.

Brazil’s space research centre, Inpe, has detected 72,843 fires so far this year – an 84 per cent rise compared to 2018.

The blazes have been blamed for a plume of smoke which blocked out the sun over Sao Paulo on Monday.

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With immense pleasure and honour, the LTMT would like to express our profound appreciation and heartfelt congratulations to the following persons: 1. Smti. Berlin (W/o I. Talitsuba Imchen) Accountant O/o The Senior Treasury Officer, Mkg, “District Commendation Award 2019”.

2. Shri Tongpangyuba (S/o Late Limatoshi) Dobashi Grade II, DBS Customary Law Court, Mkg, “District Commendation Award 2019”.

3. Miss Achila T. Imchen (D/o Mr/Mrs Temsuwapang Imchen) Gold Medallist, M.Sc (Zoology) 2019 under Kohima Science College.

4. Rev. Dr. Lepden N Imchen (S/o Nungshisosang) Doctor of Philosophy (In Christian Leadership) University of Jerusalem 5. Miss Tatongmenla (D/o Moatemsu Imchen) 2nd Runner up at the 3rd Miss Ao 2019.

6. Shri Wapangmeren (S/o Jakjemsangba) P/T GMS, Yimyu, “District Teachers’ Award” Sd/Sd/Imtimongla Imchen Shilukala President General Secretary

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Modi’s ‘Man Vs Wild’ Madonna supports Miley Cyrus Vivek Oberoi to produce showPMmade record impressions amidst latter’s divorce storm movie on Balakot IAF strikes S A ctor Vivek Oberoi, who last played Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a film, will now produce a movie based on the Balakot air strikes to salute the valour of the Indian Air Force (IAF).

Titled “Balakot”, the film will be based on the air strikes as well as the capture and subsequent release of IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman in the aftermath of the terror attack in Kashmir’s Pulwama district on February 14.

“As a proud Indian, a patriot, and a member of the film fraternity, it’s my duty to highlight what our Armed Forces are truly capable of.

In the form of a trilingual, this film is a powerful tool to underline the achievements of brave officers like Wing Commander Abhinandan, who went behind the enemy lines and did what makes every Indian proud of them,” said Vivek.

“The Balakot air strike were one of the most wellplanned attacks by the IAF. I have followed everything in the news right from the attack in Pulwama to the air strikes in Balakot. There was a lot that was speculated and spoken about back then; this film will put all of that to rest, once and for all. I thank the IAF for trusting us with this story and we hope to do justice to it,” he added.

To be shot in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu, the film will feature established actors from these industries in pivotal roles, including that of Wing Commander

Abhinandan, who was later awarded Vir Chakra, and Squadron Leader Minty Agarwal, who guided the IAF’s interception mission launched to stop Pakistan’s fighter jets. She has become the first woman to receive Yudh Seva Medal.

“I am delighted to receive the requisite permission from the IAF a day before Independence Day. Hollywood filmmakers applaud their Armed Forces, intelligence agencies, industries and leaders. Why should Indian filmmakers shy away from doing that for India?

“As a nation, with one of the strongest Armed Forces on the globe, we have achieved a lot, and it’s time to start reiterating it to the world at large,” said Vivek.

The film will go on floors this year and is expected to release in 2020. It will be shot in the backdrop of Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi and Agra.

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iscovery Channel’s special of Bear Grylls’ “Man Vs Wild”, featuring PM Modi, made 3.69 million impressions upon its premiere.

The special episode, featuring the famed survivalist and adventurer with Modi, was shot in the Jim Corbett National Park. It aired on Discovery Channel on August 12.

In a statement, the channel quoted the data from Broadcast Audience Research Council and said the premiere delivered the highest-ever reach for the infotainment genre with 6.1mn tune-ins, which was 15 times more as compared to the last 4 weeks average of the time slot of 9-10pm

in the urban markets. “The premiere slot performance grew an astonishing 50 times giving an unprecedented 93% channel share to Discovery channel among the infotainment genre.

“Discovery Channel emerged as the third ranked channel with 3.05 million impressions behind Star Plus (3.67mn impressions) and Zee (3.3mn impressions). The show kept the viewers on the hook delivering an impressive average TSV of 29.2 minutes,” the channel added. Discovery also noted that cumulative reach for the show across Discovery network, originals and repeat included, as well as DD National was an “imposing 42.7 million”.

inger Madonna has lent support to pop star Miley Cyrus, who has been accused of cheating on her former husband Liam Hemsworth.

After Miley on Thursday took to Twitter to deny all rumours about cheating on Hemsworth, saying she has nothing to hide, Madonna responded to Miley’s post, to say “there is no need to apologise”.

“Thank God!! You are human! A woman who has lived. No need to apologise,” Madonna wrote.

Earlier in the day, Miley wrote: “I can accept that the life I’ve chosen means I must live completely open and transparent with my fans who I love, and the public, 100 per cent of the time. What I cannot accept is being told I’m lying to cover up a crime I haven’t committed. I have nothing to hide. It is no secret that I was into partying in my teens and early 20s. I have not only smoked, but advocated for weed, I’ve experimented with drugs,

my biggest song to date is about dancing on molly and snorting lines in the bathroom.”

She added she got “kicked out of a hotel in Transylvania” for getting Hemsworth a “pen*s cake and licking it” and “swung on a wrecking ball naked”.

Miley further said: “But the truth is, once Liam and I reconciled,I meant it, and I was committed. There are no secrets to uncover here. I’ve learned from every experience in my life. I’m not perfect, I don’t want to be, it’s boring. I’ve grown up

in front of you, but the bottom line is, I have grown up.

I can admit to a lot of things but I refuse to admit that my marriage ended because of cheating. Liam and I have been together for a decade.

But at this point I had to make a healthy decision for myself to leave a previous life behind. I am the healthiest and happiest I have been in a long time. You can say I am a twerking, pot smoking , foul mouthed hillbilly but I am not a liar.”

Other celebrities applauded Cyrus for speaking up Bella Thorne and Shailene Woodley. (IANS)

Moon Martian rock named after Rolling Stones

Woodland band performing at the NagaTech Fest closing ceremony at IG Stadium, Kohima on August 23. (NP)

for naming the rock after NASA’s Jet Propulthem. “What a wonderful sion Laboratory geologist way to celebrate the ‘Stones Matt Golombek added: No Filter’ tour arriving “I’ve seen a lot of Mars in Pasadena,” the band said in a statement. “This OFFICE OF THE is definitely a milestone in our long and eventful KANDI STUDENTS’ UNION history. A huge thank you FELICITATION to everyone at NASA for The Office of the Kandi Students’ making it happen.”

Union extends its heartiest “The name Rolling congratulations to Miss Monesen Stones Rock is a perfect Apon, daughter of Mr. Mishento Apon for fit,” Lori Glaze, director of securing the Top 8 rank in North Eastern NASA’s Planetary Science Hill University BA (Sociology) Final Exam Division in Washington, 2019 from St. Edmunds College, Shillong. said. “Part of NASA’s char- The Union is honored by her achievement ter is to share our work with and thanks her for bringing laurels to the different audiences. When Kandi people. The Union praises God and we found out the Stones seeks His blessings upon her.

The Union furthermore wishes her a bright and a successful would be in Pasadena, honouring them seemed future.

Sd/Sd/like a fun way to reach fans Khitilo Wanth Bendi Apon all over the world.”

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he Rolling Stones have had a rock on Mars named after them by NASA. The team behind NASA’s InSight lander are responsible for the honour after they named a Martian rock ‘Rolling Stones Rock’ after the long-running band. The rock itself is a little larger than a golf ball, and became an area of focus for NASA after it appeared to roll three feet following the touchdown of the InSight spacecraft back in November — the farthest NASA has seen a rock roll while landing a spacecraft on another planet.

The Stones expressed their gratitude to NASA

rocks over my career. This one probably won’t be in a lot of scientific papers, but it’s definitely one of the coolest.”

Robert Downey Jr. first made the announcement about the ‘Rolling Stones Rock’ before the band’s gig at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena last night (August 22).

“Cross-pollinating science and a legendary rock band is always a good thing,” the actor remarked to NASA before the announcement — you can watch footage of his subsequent on-stage speech in the above video.

Earlier this month, The Rolling Stones performed their cover of ‘Harlem Shuffle’ live for the first time in almost 30 years.

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According to TMZ, a musician named Samuel Nicholas III – who performs under the alias Sam Skully – has filed a lawsuit against Drake. Nicholas alleges that the rapper stole a beat from his 2000 song, ‘Roll Call’, to use on ‘In My Feelings’. He also claims that ‘Nice for What’ samples another of his beats. In the documents obtained by the tabloid news outlet, Nicholas claims he was neither contacted nor paid by the rapper or his management over the samples used. The stolen beats were reportedly issued in a CD Nicholas had released in New Orleans back in 2000, TMZ reports.

Apart from Drizzy, Nicholas is also suing Big Freedia, who appears on ‘Nice for What’, Asylum Records, Cash Money and Republic Records for damages.

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Boult, Southee rattle SL in rain-hit 2nd Test No plans to retire soon: Hamilton

Colombo, Aug 23 (Agencies): Trent Boult and Tim Southee led New Zealand’s charge against Sri Lanka on day two of the rain-hit second Test in Colombo on Friday.

The pacemen claimed two wickets each as Sri Lanka reached 144 for six at lunch when rain came down and no further play was possible.

Skipper Dimuth Karunaratne moved from his overnight 49 to score 65 and provided the only bit of resistance in the morning session, which saw 29.3 overs bowled.

Boult took two early wickets in one over after Sri Lanka resumed the day at 85 for two.

Dhanajaya de Silva on 32 and Dilruwan Perera on five were at the crease.

Southee, like Boult, also delivered a doublewicket maiden as the duo put on a superb display of seam bowling under overcast conditions.

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New Zealand players celebrate after taking a wicket on Day 2 of the second Test between New Zealand and Sri Lanka.

batsman Angelo Mathews caught behind for two to reach a landmark of 250 Test wickets -- only the third Kiwi bowler to achieve the feat.

He trapped Kusal Perera lbw for nought after just three balls as Sri Lanka slipped to 93-4 and would have been in further trouble had Boult held on

to a simple catch from de Silva off his own bowling a few overs later.

Karunaratne also got a lifeline on 61 when Kane Williamson could not grab

a tough chance at short mid-wicket off Ajaz Patel.

But the left-hander, who completed his 23rd Test fifty after resuming the day on 49, soon fell, caught behind off Southee for 65.

Southee struck again in the same over to send Niroshan Dickwella trudging back to the pavilion for nought.

Perera then played out the rest of the session with de Silva.

Medium-pace bowler Colin de Grandhomme a n d s p i n n e r Wi l l i a m Somerville took a wicket each on the opening day after Sri Lanka elected to bat first.

Weather permitting, extended playing time is planned for the third day after two days of continuous rain interruptions in the Sri Lankan capital.

Brief scores: Sri Lanka 144/6 (Dimuth Karunaratne 65, Dhananjaya de Silva 32 not out; Trent Boult 2/33, Tim Southee 2/40) vs New Zealand

L o n d o n, Au g 2 3 ( Ag e n c i e s ) : L ew i s Hamilton says he still loves driving and doesn’t intend to retire from Formula 1 any time soon as he has “more to achieve” in the sport.

Hamilton, who leads the championship by 62 points at the summer break, is closing in on a sixth title which would put him one behind Michael Schumacher, and he is also nearing the German’s F1 wins record.

“One day I will have to stop, but right now I feel fantastic physically and mentally,” said Hamilton, 34.

“I don’t currently have any plans of stopping soon.

There’s more to do, there’s more to win, there’s more to achieve together, inside and outside of the car.”

Hamilton’s comments give further indication that the five-time world champion is willing to extend his career beyond the end of his current Mercedes contract, which expires after the 2020 season.

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“It’s been a phenomenal journey [at Mercedes],” added Hamilton. “I think right now I’m just excited to see what more we can do together and what’s next. I honestly don’t know why some people decide to stop at the times they decide to stop, but I love driving. I really, really love the challenge.”

The championship leader’s 62-point advantage at the summer break is the largest any driver has enjoyed since 2011, while Hamilton’s eight victories from the opening 12 rounds represents F1’s best strike in 15 years.

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believes there is room for improvement - and is predicting a tougher remainder of the year when the season resumes at Spa next week.

“Eight wins in the first half of the season is obviously exceptional,” said Hamilton.

“Ferrari have had a good package, they’ve obviously come with a certain philosophy this year that doesn’t work everywhere.

Red Bull, I don’t know what changes they’ve done to their car but they seem to really be able turn it round, I think the engine has really made a big step for them as well which is great.”

3×3 open basketball Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan favourites vs Gokulam in final tourney from Sept 27 D i m a p u r , Au g 2 3 (NPN): The inaugural edition of MS Ahluwalia Memorial 3×3 Open Basketball Tournament, organised by Dimapur District Basketball Association (DDBA) in collaboration with Nagaland Basketball Association (NBA), will be held on September 27and 28 at PWD Children’s’ Park Basketball Court, Dimapur. The title sponsor of the event is family members of late M. S. Ahluwalia. The event will be held on league-cumknockout basis.

Speaking about the inaugural event, Senti Longkumer, secretary general of DDBA said, “3x3 basketball is a game in its early development but one that DDBA is committed to continue to promote and develop. This is going to be a pioneering event in Dimapur.”

The 3x3 basketball is a compact game able to be contested in shopping malls, parks and schools etc. The association believes that the format can act as a catalyst to promote basketball throughout the district

with its young, urban, and a carnival-like atmosphere, said Longkumer while adding that it will be a major attraction on its Olympic debut in Tokyo 2020.

“It is with great joy that the family members of late M. S. Ahluwalia has offered to partner with DDBA in promoting 3x3 Basketball in Dimapur,” he added.

Interested teams can ask for registration forms from the technical team through Whatsapp or Email: Asalie Peseyie, convener (8787473881), Tiameren Amri (9612157207) and Alanthung Ngullie (9774071875). The registration fee is Rs 1000 and the last date for submission of form is September 24.

The association has requested the teams to give the captain’s contact number to be added in “DDBA 3x3 OBT” Whatsapp group. All information regarding the tournament will be provided in the group, informed the association. Teams can also scan and upload duly filled up forms in the group, it added.

Ko l kata , Au g 2 3 (PTI): Heavyweights Mohun Bagan will be overwhelming favourites to clinch a record 17th title in the 129th Durand Cup football tournament when they face a resurgent Gokulam Kerala FC at the Saltlake Stadium here on Saturday.

The Mariners last won the Asia's oldest tournament way back in 2000, defeating Mahindra United 2-1 by a golden goal after extra time, and they would look to end their prolong wait, spanning close to two decades.

This time too their journey has been tough as the Kibu Vicuna-coached side overcame a gritty Real Kashmir 3-1 in the extra time to make their first final since 2009.

Gokulam Kerala too had to sweat it out in the other semifinal to get past a 10-man East Bengal 3-2 on

Mohun Bagan players celebrate after defeating Real Kashmir in the semi-final.

penalties after a 1-1 stalemate in the extra time.

History will also beckon the Kerala outfit as it has been 22 years since a club from the state won the third oldest tournament of the world.

FC Kochin were the previous and the only Kerala club that won the trophy

before.

But come Saturday, the local giants will start as favourites while the Kerala side will have to deal with the hostile conditions.

Vicuna, however, disagreed that his side would start as favourites.

"It will be an open match. I don't think we are

favourites. Both teams have same possibility to win. It is 50-50. Both teams are equally good and played tough matches in the semi-

finals," Vicuna said.

A title in his first tournament after joining Mohun Bagan will be special for Vicuna who has brought in a Spanish flavour to the side.

The home side will be depending on star striker Salva Chamorro, who has scored three goals in the competition.

But Mohun Bagan have to win the battle of defence with the opponent's side boasting two star forwards in Marcus Joseph and Henry Kisekka, who played for the Mariners last season.

Gokulam Kerala have been at their resurgent best, winning all the league matches in a dominant

manner while scrapping past East Bengal, which won the prestigious tournament 16 times, in penalty shootout en route the final.

Kerala coach Fernando Valera's strategy has been to deploy three defenders, relying on speedy wing-backs to set up the attacks.

Mohammed Rashid is manning the midfield with Joseph, who usually starts as an attacking midfielder.

"It will be a battle of nerves, that is what I feel. We had taken the game against East Bengal with responsibility and competitiveness as we have done for every match.

Now, we don't want to lose our focus in the final," Valera said.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

KDVA 14th foundation day on September 7 Kohima, Aug 23 (NPN): The Kohima District Volleyball Association (KDVA) has resolved to hold its 14th Foundation Day on September 7 at Honey village, Mima at 1:00 PM. The resolution was taken during its general body meeting on August 22.

Therefore, KDVA has requested all its members including well wishers to be present.

The meeting also resolved to hold 7th Kohima District Volleyball Open Tournament from November 22 to 26 under the theme “Transcending through Sports.”

The association has also requested all its members to renew annual membership on the foundation day.

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“God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best” With outmost gratefulness, we the bereaved family express our heartfelt gratitude to all who stood by us during the prolonged illness and ultimate demise of Lt. KASHETO K. JIMOMI. We are immensely touched by your immeasurable love, concern & support in times of our distress, grief and sorrows.

Yet, we regret our inability to mention each and every one of you individually but it is our earnest prayer to God Almighty, the provider of everything to shower His unceasing blessing to you all.

We would like to convey our special thanks to : 1. Doctors & Nurses GNRC Hospital, Guwahati.

2. Doctors & Nurses B. Baruah Cancer Institute, Guwahati.

3. Doctors & Nurses Health City, Guwahati.

4. Doctors & Nurses Eden Hospital, Dimapur.

5. Agape College, Dimapur 6. Staff of GMS DC Hill, Zunheboto.

7. Sumi Baptist Church, Zunheboto.

8. South Point (West) Prayer Fellowship, Zunheboto.

9. Pukhato Baptist Church.

10. Zhekiye Baptist Church.

11. Ghukhui Baptist Church.

12. Kiyeshe Sukhai Welfare, Dimapur, Kohima, Satakha, Zunheboto.

13. Friends & Neighbours from Chekiye & Thilixu.

14. Students of Hist. & Archeology Dept. NUSU, EU, MW Hostel, NU Kohima, Campus.

15. Students of B.Sc., Maths (Dept.) DMI St. Joseph University.

16. The entire entourage for final rites.

- Loving Wife, Children & Relatives.

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WI bowl out India for 297 runs

India’s Ravindra Jadeja plays a shot from the bowling of West Indies’s Kemar Roach during day 2 of the 1st test match in North Sound, Antigua on Friday. (PTI)

Antigua, Aug 23 (PTI): Ravindra Jadeja and Ishant Sharma frustrated West Indies with a timely 60 runstand for the eighth wicket, helping India to 297 all out at lunch on day two of the first Test here on Friday.

Jadeja (58 off 112) and Ishant (19 off 62) were able to negotiate the threat posed by the potent pace duo of Shannon Gabriel and Kemar Roach after losing Rishabh Pant (24) in the second over of the day.

Jadeja's innings com-

prised six fours and a maximum before he became the last man to be dismissed in the Indian innings, leading to lunch.

India resumed the day at 203 for six with Pant (20) and Jadeja being the overnight batsmen.

While Jadeja justified his inclusion in the playing XI ahead of Ravichandran Ashwin with a gritty effort, Pant could not deliver for the team.

Roach got his fourth wicket of the innings when

he dismissed Pant with a beauty from around the wicket that moved away enough to get the edge of the young wicketkeeperbatsman.

Pant was guilty of playing the ball with hard hands as skipper Jason Holder took a regulation catch at second slip, leaving India at 207 for seven.

It seemed India's brittle tail will not put up much of a fight yet again, but Jadeja and Ishant batted sensibly in their 116-ball stand, defying

the West Indian pacers.

While maturity was expected from Jadeja, Ishant impressed with the way he dealt with the express pace of Roach and Gabriel. He was not afraid to come on to the front foot and was equally comfortable at tackling the rising ball.

The lanky India pacer, whose highest score is 31, was finally dismissed in the 90th over, playing on to a full slower ball off Gabriel.

Mohammad Shami joined Jadeja in the middle but his stay lasted only one ball as he offered a return catch to off-spinner Roston Chase.

Running out of partners, Jadeja showed urgency to collect some vital runs and brought up his 11th halfcentury with a slap to cover for four. The following ball, he swept Chase for a six over deep midwicket, giving the Indian innings a welcome flourish towards the end.

Vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane had made a crucial 81 on the opening day to help India recover from a poor start.

Brief scores: India: 299 all out (Vihari 81, Jadeja 58; Roach 4-66, Gabriel 3-71) vs West Indies

Kerala to host ATK in ISL opener Kolkata, Aug 23 (Agencies): The sixth edition of the Indian Super League is all set to start on October 20. The opening match will see Kerala Blasters FC lock horns with rivals ATK. Defending champions Bengaluru FC will also start their season at home on October 21 when they take on NorthEast United FC. Jamshedpur FC will host Delhi Dynamos in their first match of the season on October 22.

Two-time ISL champions Chennaiyin FC kickstart their season with an away game against last year’s finalists FC Goa on 23rd October.

Mumbai City FC will play their first game against Kerala Blasters in Kochi on October 24 while FC Pune City will open their campaign in Kolkata against ATK the following day.

The season, which will feature 90 matches in the league stage, breaks for a short while between November 10 and November 23 for an international break. The league stage comes to an end on 23rd February 2020.

All matches kick-off at 7:30 pm IST this season.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 2019

WADA suspends India’s National Dope Testing Laboratory New Delhi, Aug 23 (PTI): The World AntiDoping Agency (WADA) has suspended the accreditation of India’s National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) for six months in a massive blow to the country’s anti-doping programme, the cost of which will rise significantly now.

The lab, which got WADA accreditation in 2008, is no longer authorised to carry out testing of the samples as the suspension is effective August 20.

The development is a huge setback for India with less than a year left for the Tokyo Olympics.

The National AntiDoping Agency (NADA) can still collect samples (blood and urine) but will have to get them tested by a WADA-accredited laboratory outside India.

“This suspension has been imposed due to nonconformities with the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) as identified during a WADA site visit,” WADA stated in a media release.

The WADA investigation found that the sample analysis methods of the

NDTL were not upto the mark.

The NDTL can appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) in Lausanne in the next 21 days.

“NDTL is separate from NADA, we do not come into the picture when it comes to testing. We only collect samples,” said NADA Director General Navin Agarwal said when contacted.

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) said the nation is in no position to bear the additional expense of sending the samples to a different country, most likely the WADA-accredited laboratory in Bangkok, Thailand.

It is feared that with the cost going up, the sample collection will come down drastically, casting a shadow on the anti-doping programme.

“It is a huge blow to Olympic Movement in India with Olympics just 11

months away. Indian National Sports Federations are in no position to bear extra cost,” IOA President Narinder Batra said.

The WADA stated that it’s Laboratory Expert Group (LabEG) initiated disciplinary proceedings, with regards to status of WADA-accredited laboratories, May earlier this year.

“This process is now complete,” the WADA stated.

The NDTL has been instructed safely move all the samples lying with it to an accredited lab.

The suspension, which took effect on 20 August 2019, prohibits the NDTL from carrying out any antidoping activities, including all analyses of urine and blood samples.

During the period of suspension, samples that have not yet been analyzed by the NDTL, samples currently undergoing a confirmation procedure, and any samples for which an Adverse Analytical Finding (AAF) has been reported, must be securely transported to another WADAaccredited laboratory.

Serena to face Sharapova in US Open Sindhu, Praneeth reach World C’ships semi-finals

Serena Williams

New York, Aug 23 (Agencies): Serena Williams will face Maria Sharapova in a blockbuster US Open first-round contest, where Johanna Konta faces a tough opener against Daria Kasatkina.

The pair have met in four Grand Slam finals but have never played each other at any stage of the tournament in New York, where six-time champion Williams was last champion in 2014 and Sharapova claimed her only Flushing Meadows title in 2006.

Both women have achieved the career Grand Slam, with Williams heading into the year’s final Grand Slam chasing a record-equalling 24th major

Maria Sharapova

singles title and world No 87 Sharapova a sixth.

Williams dominates the head-to-head between the pair, winning 19 of their 22 matches, with Sharapova claiming just two wins, the last of which came in 2004, and a walkover success at Roland Garros last year when a shoulder injury ruled her out of the contest.

Their last action on the court was an Australian Open quarter-final where Williams was a comfortable 6-4 6-1 winner in Melbourne in 2016.

Elsewhere British No 1 Konta, who has never gone beyond the fourth round in New York, will play Russia’s world No 42 Kasat-

kina and has been placed in the same quarter as world No 3 Karolina Pliskova and two-time champion Venus Williams.

Top seed and defending champion Naomi Osaka faces another Russian in Anna Blinkova.

American teenager Cori Gauff, who stormed to the fourth round at Wimbledon, has been awarded a wild card for the event and takes on Anastasia Potapova.

The 15-year-old was runner-up at the junior US Open in 2017 when she was just 13 and last year teamed up with Caty McNally to claim the girls’ doubles title at Flushing Meadows.

Basel, Aug 23 (IANS): P.V. Sindhu stunned World No. 2 Tai Tzu Ying of Chinese Taipei 12-21, 2321, 21-19 to storm into the semi-finals of the BWF World Championships in a rip-roaring quarter-final clash on Friday.

The ace Indian shuttler came back from losing the first game in 15 minutes to clinch the second one 2321 in thrilling fashion and then wrest advantage from her old nemesis to win 2119 and make it two wins in a row against the same opponent.

Sindhu’s bid for a third straight final at BWF World Championships is thus alive.

Tai Tzu has a superior record against her, but Sindhu won in their last meeting in 2018.

Tai Tzu, who last year claimed the nation’s firstever badminton gold at the Asian Games, opened up a 7-point lead and from then on peppered the Olympic silver medallist with backto-back smashes.

A brilliant rally saw the Taiwanese maintain her dominance and win the first game 21-12 as Sindhu had no answer to

Zidane wants end to Neymar transfer saga

M a d r id, A u g 2 3 (Agencies): Zinedine Zidane is desperate to see the end of the transfer window after growing tired of the circus surrounding rumoured Real Madrid target Neymar.

La Liga giants Madrid and fierce rivals Barcelona are believed to be battling for Neymar’s signature as Paris Saint-Germain listen to offers for the Brazil international.

The 27-year-old was a topic of interest at Zidane’s news conference on Friday, which occurred amid speculation in Spain that Keylor Navas could head in the opposite direction.

Head coach Zidane made clear his preference for Navas to remain in Madrid but was less forthcoming with his views on a potential deal for Neymar.

“I’m working with the players I have at my disposal and we have a game on Saturday,” Zidane said ahead of the clash with Real Valladolid.

“Anything can happen until September 2, when the transfer window closes. Some might come,

Neymar

some might leave. I want September 2 to come as soon as possible so there will be no more questions.

I am looking ahead to Sat-

urday’s game, that’s what I’m concerned about right now.”

There has been plenty of talk in the Spanish capi-

tal regarding efforts to include those on the fringes of their squad in any effort to lure former Barca star Neymar back to La Liga.

Costa Rica international goalkeeper Navas watched from the bench as Madrid beat Celta Vigo 3-1 in their season opener last weekend but, despite PSG’s apparent interest, the 32-year-old could well stay at the Santiago Bernabeu.

That is, at least, if head coach Zidane gets his way.

“I cannot imagine the team without Keylor Navas, I don’t contemplate his exit,” added the Frenchman.

“He has always been an important player for us.

Keylor hasn’t told me he wants to leave. He is here and the outside is something which he cannot control.”

“He is happy here and wants to show that he can play here. He is a professional and I will count on him. Until matchday two he will talk a lot, but I know that Keylor is going to bring us a lot this season.”

her returns. year, notched up a 24The Indian started 22 21-14 win over Asian strongly in the second Games gold medallist and game, winning her first World No. 4 Jonatan in point with a strong smash. the quarterfinals to assure Tai Tzu fought back himself of a medal at the to take a 5-3 lead before prestigious tournament.

Sindhu levelled the score at Badminton legend 8-8 and took a 11-9 advanPrakash Padukone was the tage at the break. first Indian to win a men’s The rallies were long singles medal - a bronze - in and Sindhu even fell to the 1983 World Championthe floor while attempting ship. to return a sharp Tai Tzu Praneeth had won the shot.

Singapore Open in 2017 P.V. Sindhu It was a see-saw battle and finished runner-up in after the breather as both here on Friday. neeth, who was awarded the Swiss Open early this Sindhu and Tai Tzu refused World No. 19 Pra- the Arjuna Award this year. to budge. It was even at 2121 before Sindhu showed composure and skill to win Saina Nehwal on Friday slammed #feelingcheated #totalbwfworldchampionit 23-21 and stay afloat.

In the decider, Tai Tzu the umpiring in her Round of 16 defeat ships2019 (sic.)” he tweeted.

Just over five minutes later, Saina opened up a 5-2 lead before to Denmark’s Mia Blichfeldt at the BWF Sindhu fought back to go World Championships. In a match that tweeted: “still can’t believe 2 match points into the break trailing 9-11. lasted an hour and 12 minutes, Saina lost which the umpire overruled in the second It was exhilariting bad- 21-15, 25-27, 12-21 to the lower-ranked game . And the umpire tells me in the minton from there on as Blichfeldt despite having two match points mid of second game “let the line umpires do their job” and I dnt understand Sindhu, in typical fashion, in the second game.

Saina’s husband and badminton suddenly how the umpire overruled the took the lead from 15-15 to player Parupalli Kashyap, who has been match points..very sick @bwfmedia @ win 21-19.

Meanwhile, B Sai Pra- coaching Saina at the World Champion- HSBCBWF (sic.)”

The match was played on Court 4 neeth recorded a stunning ships, was the first to express his displeawhich had no telecast. With cameras not straight-game win over In- sure about the level of umpiring.

“2 match-points snatched away by bad being present on the court, the review sysdonesia’s Jonatan Christie to seal the semifinal spot umpiring . And numerous wrong decisions tem was not available.

The defeat meant that Saina was and end India’s 36-year . Unbelievable that there are no reviews on agonising wait for a men’s other courts at the WORLD CHAMPI- eliminated from the World Championships singles medal at the BWF ONSHIPS. When will our sport get better? before the quarter-finals for the first time World Championships SICK @bwfmedia @HSBCBWF @NSaina since 2007.

Saina slams umpiring standards

OxladeChamberlain signs new Liverpool deal L o nd o n, Au g 2 3 (Agencies): Midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has signed a new long-term contract at Liverpool, the Premier League club have said.

The 26-year-old, who also has 32 England caps, spent most of last season out injured and told the club’s website that the new deal would help him make up for the lost time. “It’s something that I feel is an opportunity to give that year back... and hopefully put in some good performances to make amends for not being around last year,” he said.

“To be able to extend any contract with a club like this is dream stuff.”

Oxlade-Chamberlain joins a long list of players to extend their contracts at Anfield in recent months, including forward Sadio Mane, skipper Jordan Henderson and defenders Trent Alexander-Arnold, Andy Robertson and Joe Gomez.

Liverpool host Arsenal in the league on Saturday.

‘Talks going on with clubs over Sanchez’

L o nd o n, Au g 2 3 (Agencies): Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed Manchester United are in talks with “some clubs” over a potential exit for Alexis Sanchez.

The Chile inter national, who arrived at Old Trafford in January 2018 from Arsenal, has scored only three Premier League goals for United and has not completed a full 90 minutes for his club since the opening game of last season.

Sanchez featured for United in a behind-closeddoors friendly against Sheffield United at Carrington on Tuesday and the 30year-old could leave, with the transfer window open until September 2 in Europe.

The forward’s agent has held talks with the Premier League club on behalf of Inter Milan regarding a potential loan deal for the forward, according to reports.

“There are still talks with some clubs,” Solskjaer said, ahead of United’s Premier League meeting against Crystal Palace at Old Trafford on Satur-

Alexis Sanchez during a training session.

day.”

“But he played in that game [against Sheffield United] and he played well.

As I have said he is working well. Let’s see in September what is going to happen.”

Solskjaer backed Sanchez to play “a lot of games” for his side this season, despite failing to have an impact since his arrival, at last week’s pre-match news conference.

United have Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood as attacking options at the club.

Meanwhile, Solskjaer refused to respond to former United striker Romelu

Lukaku’s claims in an interview on NBA player Josh Hart’s LightHarted Podcast that he did not feel protected by the club.

“I’m not going to dive into that one,” said the United boss of the Belgium international, who moved to Inter Milan earlier this month.

“I think that interview was made before the summer when he was a Man United player so I think I’d rather not.”

Crystal Palace visit Old Trafford on Saturday, with United aiming to return to winning ways after their 1-1 draw against Wolves on Monday.

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