August 3, 2019

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Vol XXIX No. 237

DIMAPUR, SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2019 Pages 12 ` 5.00

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Sonam grabs gold at Cadet World C’ship

Saudi king signs decree to allow women to travel independently

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Parl approves amendment to UAPA Bill NIA gets power to label individual as terrorist NEW DELHI, AUG 2 (PTI): In a big boost to the Government, Parliament on Friday approved a crucial amendment to an anti-terror law allowing the Centre and states to designate individuals as terrorists and seize their properties.

The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment (UAPA) Bill that seeks to amend the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, was passed by Rajya Sabha with 147 votes in favour and 42 against.

The Congress and BSP supported the bill.

The House earlier rejected the oppositionsponsored motion to send the amendment to a select committee with 104 votes against as compared to 85 in favour. Congress had also voted in favour of this motion. Lok Sabha had passed the bill on July 24.

Replying to the debate, Home Minister Amit

LSU ‘deports’ 15 ILP defaulters WOKHA, AUG 2 (NPN): In its latest crackdown on illegal immigrants in Wokha, the Lotha Students’ Union (LSU) Thursday “deported” 15 ILP defaulters to the nearest border area accompanied by administration and police personnel.

According to LSU general secretary and in-charge of ILP Cell, Ashanthung Humtsoe, the drive to “flush out” illegal immigrants and ILP defaulters was conducted in cooperation with the district administration and police department. He informed that during the drive, altogether 27 persons including six minors were found without proper documentation or expired ILP. Cautioning that it would not tolerate ILP defaulters or illegal immigrants within its jurisdiction, the union stated it would continue to conduct similar drives from time to time. LSU has expressed gratitude to the police, administration and public and sought their cooperation in the future also. LSU has also appealed to the public to remain vigilant in tackling the menace of illegal immigration plaguing not only Wokha but the entire state.

Further, LSU has urged the state government to implement the online ILP reform recommendation, which it had submitted.

This is it!

“Let me put it this wayyou work on principle of fines and I work on the principle of fees.”

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(L) Union Home Minister Amit Shah and (R) Congress leader P Chidambaram speak in the Rajya Sabha on Friday. (RSTV/PTI)

Shah said the law, that will be used only to tackle terror, will help agencies remain four steps ahead of terrorists. He accused the Congress of giving colour to the law by linking terrorism to religion for political gains. He alleged that Congress misused it to frame people linked to a particular religion, in the context of Samjhauta and Mecca Masjid cases, where the accused have been acquitted by court. He accused the Congress of misusing laws to target the opposition and cited the example of ‘Emergency’ in this regard when opposition leaders were put behind bars and restrictions on media were imposed.

This is the third legislation in this session

that has cleared the Rajya Sabha hurdle where the ruling party does not have a majority.

Responding to opposition concerns over the law being misused, he assured no one’s human rights will be violated as a four-stage scrutiny with provision for appeals has been prescribed when individuals are declared terrorists.

Terrorism has no religion, terrorists are against humanity, he said seeking support of all parties to support stringent laws against terrorism.

Shah appealed to the House to pass the bill unanimously to send a unanimous and strong message to the world that terrorists are the enemies of humanity and India is

committed to finish terror from its soil.

Individuals can be declared terrorists if they commit or participate in acts of terrorism, prepare or promote terror, he said.

The amendment will expedite prosecution in terror cases, he said.

Elaborating on the track record of NIA, he said out of 278 terror cases registered by the agency, charge sheet has been filed in 204 cases. Of the 54 cases where judgements have come, conviction has been there in 48. Track record of NIA in conviction in terror cases is outstanding, he said. Shah said there has been a 91 per cent conviction rate of cases for NIA, which is the highest for any investigative agency across

the world.

He said 221 persons who have been convicted, 92 have been freed of charges by the courts.

A total of 131 chargesheets have been filed from June 1, 2014 to July 2019.

“All charge sheets are as per law and no one has been freed due to lack of charge-sheet filing,” he said.

Earlier Congress leader, P Chidambaram said his party was not against the law but was opposed to some amendments.

He said the issue was that of a liberty of an individual and if the law was passed, it would be struck down by courts.

“An individual who commits terrorist act is punishable. But there is no clear differentiation driven out between punishing an unlawful association and punishing the member of unlawful organisation.

Why have you brought this amendment? What is the purpose of this amendment,” he asked.

Chidambaram asked why an individual be named a terrorist when the organisation he belongs to has already been banned.

Will remain true to Framework Agreement, says NSCN (I-M)

Petrol becomes cheaper, no change in diesel price

by adversaries and elements among the Nagas dancing to the tune of their political masters. Come what may, NSCN (I-M) would unwaveringly stand on the Naga national decision, a statement issued by its ministry of information & publicity (MIP) added.

Meanwhile, in the backdrop of the last formal talks held with Government of India representatives not having gone down well with its negotiators led by Th Muivah, MIP said a Joint Council Meeting of steering committee, council of kilonsers, tatars, heads of departments and brigadiers and above, was held at Hebron on Friday.

According to the statement issued by MIP, the meeting took note of the prevailing political situation as discussed earlier in the meeting convened by the collective leadership, members of the collective leadership and NSCN members.

D I M A P U R , AU G 2 (NPN): Following the daily revision in retail fuel rates, petrol prices fell by 7-11 paise while diesel prices remain stagnant for the fourth successive day across major cities in the country on Friday.

Diesel in Dimapur is retailing at Rs 63.80 a litre, no change in price compared with Thursday’s price. Petrol price was decreased by 7 paise to Rs 70.68 a litre as against Rs 70.75 a litre on Thursday.

In the state capital, Kohima, petrol price was decreased by 8 paise to Rs. 71.48 a litre as against Rs. 71.56 a litre on Thursday.

While diesel remained unchanged at Rs. 64.41 per litre. Petrol price in Delhi was decreased by 11 paise to Rs 72.69 a litre as against Rs 72.80 a litre on Thursday while diesel remained unchanged at Rs 66 a litre.

DIMAPUR, AUG 2 (NPN): NSCN (I-M) on Friday made its stand clear that it would stand true to the end till the Nagas achieved an honourable solution to the IndoNaga political conflict.

NSCN (I-M) though its MIP, declared that it would uphold the August 3, 2015 Framework Agreement and strive to conclude the ongoing Indo-Naga political negotiations honourably.

However, NSCN (I-M) said it was sufficiently aware of the divisive policy of the enemy within and outside and asserted that it would not allow any adversary to confuse and divide the Nagas.

MIP further stated it was profoundly convinced of the absolute righteousness of national struggle of Nagas in defence of their historical right over their land and political right to determine their future, despite all vociferous noise to cause confusion among them

KOHIMA, AUG 2 (NPN): Naga Hospital Authority, Kohima (NHAK), State’s premier healthcare centre, is in urgent need of infrastructure update and repair.

Speaking to Nagaland Post, an official, on condition of anonymity, informed that almost everything in the hospital required an immediate upgrade and refurbishment, including the building and wards. As the old hospital building was constructed over hundred years ago, it needs lots of repair, including damages caused due to instability of soil in the hospital area.

A team of engineers did a survey of the hospital few months ago, but nothing has been heard since then.

While a disability ramp was being constructed at NHAK, the official said as

NEW DELHI, AUG 2 (PTI): A pre-test of Census 2021 will be carried out across the country from August 12 to September 30, officials said on Friday.

The reference date for the census is October 1, 2020 for Jammu and Kashmir and snow-bound areas of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, while for the rest of country it is March 1, 2021.

Collection of data with mobile phones is likely to shorten the process of results being available and in all probability, major part of data is likely to be available by 2023-2024, an official said.

The complete data of the 2011 census could be available only after several years.

The pre-test of census 2021 will be from August 12 to September 30, the official said.

The questions for house listing and population census remain the same, except that facilities like internet usage or facility, digital banking etc are mapped this time.

More focus is being given on training unlike last time when NGOs were used to train the enumera-

tors.

For the first time in the 140-year history of the census in India, data is proposed to be collected through a mobile app and enumerators would be encouraged to use their own phone.

App is being developed indigenously for collecting the data and in Android phones.

The census data will be digitised this time.

The census 2021 will be the world’s largest enumeration exercise, another official said.

A total of 33 lakh enumerators, the persons who conduct door-to-door counting, would be mobilised for data collection for which notification has already been issued.

Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba had said

Woman found dead in Peren district Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, AUG 2 (NPN): Peren police on Thursday recovered the body of a 19-year-old woman, who reportedly went missing on August 1. The body was found in the jungles of Gaili village in Peren district. The deceased has been identified as one Paugumcule, a resident of Punglwa village.

Speaking to Nagaland Post, Peren sub-divisional police officer, Vikato Thonger said the police was informed regarding the matter by the district administration around 9 p.m. on Thursday. On learning about the incident, women police OC rushed to the spot for preliminary investigation.

According to police, the deceased had disappeared from her home on August 1, following which her relatives and villagers conducted extensive search operation. Her body was

NHAK requires infrastructure update, repair Correspondent

Pre-test of census 2021 in Aug-Sept

were dysfunctional for some time, had been repaired and were functional now.

Though one out of the two lifts of the hospital is functional, he said it was sufficient and served the needs of the public as of now.

Further, the hospital faces financial problems as it generates its own revenue, which is not enough to pay the 169 contractual staff, while the OPD building under construction for the last seven to eight years and funded by North Eastern Council (NEC) is yet to be completed.

Then there are issues of cleanliness and hygiene at NHAK. And for this, not Dilapidated building of Naga Hospital Authority, Kohima. (NP) just hospital management, even patients and their attenthe Ministry of Social Jus- abled, they were working dants and visitors are to be blamed as the latter are often tice & Empowerment offi- on that. cials had visited the hospital T h e o f f i c i a l a l s o seen littering the hospital and suggested more toilets claimed that MRI and mam- campus, besides spitting.

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later found 60 feet below the State highway under the jurisdiction of Gaili village.

The body was taken to Dimapur for post-mortem after which it was handed over to the family members.

The SDPO said the result of post-mortem was awaited and that it would be forwarded to Forensic Science Laboratory for further examination. He said further investigation into the matter was still on.

Organizations condemn: Meanwhile, the recovery of the lady’s body has drawn condemnation from various organisations which suspected it to be case of murder.

In a statement issued by its president Kiepeube Zehuny, Nor ther n Zeme Youth Organisation (NZYO) expressed its shock and sorrow at the unfortunate incident. Strongly condemning the heinous act within Northern Zeme area, the organisation said

such act should be condemned by every section of the society. It also urged the law enforcing agency to look into the matter seriously and book the culprits behind her death at the earliest and award them a befitting punishment.

Condoling the tragic death of Paugumcule, NZYO also prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace and for giving comfort and solace to the bereaved.

Ngwalwa Students’ Union (NSU) too has strongly condemned the “murder” of Paugumcule.

NSU publicity & information secretary Isipeung Doson said that such a heinous crime was totally unacceptable, adding it was also endangering every life.

NSU urged the authorities concerned to investigate the matter and book the culprits behind her death at the earliest. It also conveyed heartfelt condolence to the bereaved family members.

the census is not only an exercise of head count, but also provides invaluable socio-economic data which forms credible basis for informed policy formulation and allocation of resources.

The changing demography and socio-economic parameters reflected by the census help in reformulation of the country’s plans for the economic development and welfare schemes for its people, he had said.

The Census 2021 will be conducted in two phases.

In the first phase, house listing operations would be conducted in any two months chosen by the states between April and September in 2020.

In the second phase, actual population enumeration would be done during February 9 to 28, 2021, followed by the revision round from March 1 to 5, 2021.

In Jammu and Kashmir and snow-bound areas of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, population enumeration would be conducted during September 11 to 30, 2020, followed by the revision round from October 1 to 5, 2020.

NSDMA weather forecast updates

DIMAPUR, AUG 2 (NPN): Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority, (NSDMA), Home department has informed that Nagaland, after witnessing on and off rains, would receive varied intensity of rainfall through the week.

In a press release, OSD (NSDMA) Johnny Ruangmei, stated that rainfall activity on August 2 and August 3 in Nagaland would have moderate to heavy rains lashing the State across the 11 districts. Thereafter, on August 4, onward, the rainfall would be light to moderate in nature.

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Power shutdown in parts of Chumou

DIMAPUR, AUG 2 (NPN): Power department has informed that there would be power shutdown in parts of Chumoukedima town w.e.f.

August 5, 2019 from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. on all days except on Sundays. In a press note, executive engineer, (Elec div Chumoukedima), stated that the scheduled shutdown was likely to continue till the end of the month. The shutdown has been necessitated to carry out power line shiftonly to the present politi- ing works due to four-lane cal State of Naga LAND. works between DimapurIt has no bearing on the Chumoukedima.

Naga LIM.” According to EN- SH, NPCC fete Ravi NWA, it was an “estab- DIMAPUR, AUG 2 (NPN): lished indoctrination in Sumi Hoho (SH) and Nathe Naga customs” that in galand Pradesh Congress the internal matters of one Committee (NPCC) have tribe, another tribe cannot congratulated RN Ravi on intervene. Each tribe of being sworn-in as the 19th Nagaland, it said has a Governor of Nagaland. well established territory, SH through its mepolitically well demarcated dia cell described Ravi, and customarily known as who is also the interlocutor Naga country. for Naga peace talks, as Asserting that a bona a “visionary leader” and fide Naga was identified expressed hope that Naga by his village and clan, people’s longtime wish for the ENNWA said “These amicable solution would cardinal principles and be realised during his time procedures still in prac- here. tice cannot be thwarted NPCC: President of or destroyed by the vested Nagaland Pradesh Congress interests of the Nagas from Committee (NPCC) K. Theother territories or states or rie has welcomed R.N. Ravi countries.” on his new assignment and

ENNWA responds to ENNWF’s reaction to WC D I M A P U R , AU G 2 (NPN): Responding to the recent statement issued by the Eastern Naga National Workers Forum (ENNWF), which had reacted to the statement of WC, NNPGs on RIIN concerning Nagas from outside the present Nagaland, the Eastern Nagaland National Workers Association (ENNWA) GPRN/NSCN Friday said the present political position of the Nagas in each territorial boundary should be taken into consideration while taking up the matters on the identity of the Nagas.

In a press statement, secretary ENNWA, GPRN/NSCN said the direction that NNPGs issued in the matter “strongly adheres to the Naga customary Practices and procedures and confines

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H&FW launches Rotavirus vaccine in Nagaland

(L-R): DC Mon, Thavaseelan K administering RV vaccine. Medical officials and women with their child after administering RV vaccine.

DIMAPUR/ KOHIMA, AUG 2 (NPN): State Health and Family Welfare (H&FW) department under the directive of Ministry of H&WF government of India has launched Rotavirus Vaccine (RVV) on Friday across the state.

In Kohima, managing director Naga hospital authority Kohima (NHAK) Dr. Thorhusie Katiry launched the vaccine by administrating the first dose of RVV to the children at NHAK. In his address, Dr. Thorhusie quoted data which recorded that Rotavirus was responsible for nearly 40% of moderate to severe diarrhoea in children less than 5 years.

He said under five years of children, Rotavirus diarrhoea was responsible for 32, 70,000 out-patient visits, 8, 72,000 hospitalizations and 78,000 deaths annually.

He said the introduction of rotavirus vaccine under national immuniza-

tion programme would ensure that the vaccine was available in government run immunization programme of the country which was earlier available in private market to only those who could afford it.

Dr. Thorhusie said RVV was the only specific protection against Rotavirus diarrhoea and that the vaccine would be introduced along with the routine immunization programme. He said children would be given 5 drops of the vaccine orally at 6, 10 and 14 weeks along with Penta-1, 2 & 3 vaccine.

Like the other routine immunization vaccines, he said RVV would be provided free of cost.

(Correspondent) Dimapur: Dimapur District launched RVV as part of routine immunization schedule under universal immunization programme in the district. The first five-drops of RVV were administered by deputy Chief Medical

Officer (CMO) Dimapur, Dr. Antoly Suu. During the brief launching programme, Dr. Antoly Suu, stated that rotavirus diarrhoea was one of the leading causes of death among children below five years.

She said RVV would protect a child from diarrhoea caused by rotavirus and asked beneficiaries to avail the same free of cost from all government health units.

Kiphire: RVV was launched across Aspirational district Kiphire by DPO (RCH & UIP), Dr. K. Pewezo Khalo by administrating the first five drops to children at District Hospital Kiphire.

In his speech, Dr. Khalo underscored the importance of RVV and its impact on prevention of diarrhoeal diseases especially to children under five years of age.

He also stressed on the importance of vaccination to children and ap-

pealed to the public that all eligible children be brought to the nearest Government Hospital and avail vaccines on time.

Wokha: RVV was launched in Wokha district

by Deputy Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. Zuben Kikon by administrating the first five drops to children at Dr. Motsuo Memorial Hospital.

During the launching programme, Dr. Kikon said that diarrhoea is the leading cause of death among infants in India.

He urged the beneficiaries to avail the vaccine which is given to infants at 6, 10 and 14 weeks.

Pe r e n : RV V w a s launched across Peren district by ADC Jalukie, Tinu Jongshi who administered the first five drops to a baby boy at District Vaccine Store (DVS) Peren. At the programme, DPO UIP/ RCH, Dr. Nukshisangla Jamir highlighted about the RVV. He said the vaccine used to protect against

rotavirus infections which is the leading cause of severe diarrhoea among children under 5 years of age.

The programme was also attended by DPO NVBDCP, Dr. Kevi Meyase and SMO CHC Jalukie, Dr Yetovi Tuccu, staffs of CHC and DVS Peren.

Phek: A short programme was held at District Hospital Phek marking the launching of RVV across the district.

At the programme, district immunization, Dr. Kolhitso Khalo, said Rotavirus was responsible for 40% of diarrhoea in children under five years of age accounting to 78000 deaths in India annually.

The first five drops of RVV was administered by Sr. Paediatrician, Dr. Wetshelo. The programme was attended by immunization staffs, doctors and nurses of District hospital.

Tuensang: RVV was launched across Tuensang district by Deputy Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr. I.Temsu Longchar, who administered the first five drops of RVV to a baby at Urban Health Centre (UHC). The programme was attended by of DIO (UIP & RCH) Dr. Thungchanpeni, UHC staffs, DPMU staffs, UIP staffs, parents and others.

Mokokchung: RVV wa s l a u n c h e d a c r o s s Mokokchung district by deputy CMO, Dr. Kibangkumba administrating the first five drops to children at IMDH, Mokokchung.

Mon: Launching programme was held at Conference Hall of CMO Of-

fice, Mon, where DC Mon, Thavaseelan K called for combined effort to reach out to the targeted beneficiaries. He also asked the department to ensure that no child is left out during the RVV Vaccination Campaign.

Dr. Shasinle Tep DPO (UIP & RCH) Mon, while introducing the RVV Vaccine, stated that the vaccine was used to protect against rotavirus infections which is a leading cause of severe diarrhoea among young children. The vaccine can be given to age children from 6 weeks to 1 year of age.

Longleng: In Longleng, the launching programme was organised

by District Health Society Longleng at District Hospital in the presence of DC John Tsulise Sangtam as special guest.

Dr. Imnameren Phom DPO (RCH/UIP) in his keynote address gave a brief highlight about the Rotavirus vaccine, facts and figures and the number of related rotavirus hospitalization and deaths.

DC Tsulise in his short speech encouraged everyone to eliminate misconceptions and rumours so that there will be no confusion and the beneficiaries will be aware of what vaccine their child is given. CDPO Longleng, Tauhong Phom extended help and support from the department.

After the short programme DC and CDPO administered Rotavirus vaccine to the first beneficiaries.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2019

news in Brief Awareness on waste management: All Nagaland Private Schools’ Association ( ANPSA ) - Kohima Unit, in collaboration with Kohima Smart City Development Limited ( Under the 100 days Smart City Special Initiative Campaign On Sanitation ) will be organising an awareness rally for the private schools of Kohima town under the theme, “ My Waste My Responsibility “ on August 3 at 10 am.

DC Kohima, Thejawelie Gregory will grace the function as the special guest.

Kiphire DPDB meeting: Monthly District Planning & Development Board (DPDB) meeting of Kiphire district will be held on August 6 at 11 am at Deputy Commissioner’s office conference hall, Kiphire.

Therefore, DC Kiphire has requested all the concern members to attend the meeting positively.

Wokha DPDB meeting deferred: Vice chairman DPDB and DC Wokha, Dr.Manazir Jeelani Samoon has informed that due to unavoidable circumstances Wokha District Planning & Development Board meeting has been deferred to August 21. Therefore, all the members have been directed to take note of the change of date and attend the meeting without fail.

Dimapur DPDB meeting postponed: DC and vice chairman DPDB, Dimapur, Kevekha Kevin Zehol has notified all concerned that the monthly District Planning & Development Board meeting of Dimapur district scheduled to be held on August 5 has been postponed and shall be held after the Assembly session of Nagaland Legislative Assembly.

DLCC for economic census constituted: Deputy Commissioner Dimapur, Kevekha Kevin Zehol has informed that the following officials have been constituted as the District Level Coordination Committee (DLCC) for the economic census. The committee will be headed by DC as chairman, general manger DIC, district labour commissioner, district information and public relations officer and district economic and statistics officer as member secretary.

NBAK on membership renewal: Naga Business Association Kohima (NBAK) has informed all its members that membership renewal period has been extended till August 25 for the period of 2019-20.

Membership certificate would be issued from September 2 and any Naga entrepreneurs having its business establishment in Kohima who want to register with the association has also been welcomed.

Forms would be available between 10am to 5pm at M/s Eastern computer agencies opposite Baroda bank Kohima and M/s NK square 62 high school junction Peraciezie Kohima.

First eco carp hatchery inaugurated Correspondent

Kohima, Aug 2 (NPN): The first Eco carp hatchery under the department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources was introduced at Dzü-ü valley, around 20 km away from Kohima.

The project was initiated under CSS of Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) to meet the requirements of fish production in Kohima and Phek districts.

The hatchery was inaugurated by Fisheries and Aquatic Resources director, Kevisa Kense in the presence of special guest, Er. Keviletuo Yiese chief engineer Governor of Nagaland, RN Ravi, laying wreath and paying tribute at World War II (Retd) Power department Memorial, Kohima on August 2. Governor Ravi was accompanied by his wife Laxmi and other department ofRavi, family members, commissioner and secretary to governor, Dinesh Kumar and ficials. Director of Fisheries IGAR, Maj Gen PC Nair. department, Kevisa Kense

ANCSU observes foundation day

Toppers with family members, invitees and ANCSU executives on Friday. (NP) Correspondent

KOHIMA, Aug 2 (NPN): All Nagaland College Students Union (ANCSU) celebrated its 40th foundation day-cum-degree toppers felicitation on August 2 at AMK building.

Guest speaker Registrar, Nagaland University Abemo Odyuo congratulated all the students and advised them to work with sincerity, commitment and hard work.

NSF president Ninoto K Y M C

Awomi stressed on corruption in Nagaland, errors in the society and encouraged the students to broaden their minds.

Tr i b u n a l ge n e r a l , ANCSU Kuzoto Lohe, who also spoke in the programme said that ANCSU was founded in the year 1979 with likeminded and visionary leaders with an aim to work for the welfare of the College students and to strengthen the hand of NSF. On the occasion, 50 toppers were felicitated. In

2018, ANCSU felicitated 17 Nagaland University toppers, eight State Council of Technical Education toppers and 28 autonomous college toppers.

On the occasion, ANCSU announced setting up Academic Excellent Award starting form 2020.

E a r l i e r, t h e p r o gramme began with an invocation by CBCMHK David Chüzho, presidential address by Katho P. Awomi.

NSDMA convenes emergency meeting DIMAPUR: Nagaland Directorate Ministerial Service Association (NSDMA) has called for an emergency meeting of its representatives representing all directorates in Nagaland on August 7, 3 PM at CANSSEA building, conference hall, Kohima.

A press release from president, NDMSA, M Renthungo Tungoe and general secretary, NDMSA, Longngam Konyak, stated that along with representatives, all assistant superintendents, superintendents and registrars from all directorates have been requested to attend the meeting without fail. Members have been requested to treat this meeting very seriously as it will involve taking up crucial decision making on the agendas to be discussed for further course of action.

ANTA meeting

DIMAPUR: All Nagaland Taxi Association (ANTA) Wokha Unit has convened a co-ordination meeting on August 4 at 3 p.m at the ANTA office Wokha. All concerned members/officials have been requested to attend the meeting.

speaking on the occasion said it was time that Naga people should concentrate and invest their time on fish cultivation. He said that there was nothing more profitable than fishery under agri and allied sector. Kense also added that the fishery sector will immensely help Nagas to bloom economically in the near future. He informed that the concerned department has forwarded a proposal of Rs. 130 crore to the ministry of Fisheries and Animal Husbandry, for the development of fisheries in the State.

He also said that Nagaland has a potential area of around 30,000 hectares for fisheries, where around 3000 hectares have been developed. Scheme incharge

Kevisa Kense and others at the inauguration of the Eco Carp Hatchery at Dzü-ü valley on August 2. (NP)

Neitho-o Kuotsu in his keynote address, who is also the deputy director of the department, promised that the concerned department will render its best to assist the beneficiaries in producing quality fish seeds.

He said that there has been a short fall of production of fish seeds both in Kohima and Phek districts but hoped that hatchery will

immensely boost the development and advancement in the fishing sector.

Er. Keviletuo Yiese called upon the department officials to continue rendering their best service for promotion and development of the fish cultivation in the State. The eco carp hatchery was dedicated by Kikruneilie Yiese, associate pastor of UCRC, Kohima.

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dedicated officer, who gave his valuable service for the welfare of the people.

He also appreciated and acknowledged the contributions and humanity service and further wished him good health and success in his future endeavours.

Others who spoke at the programme included, A.E. 1, Er. Mhonlumo, Sr. A O, Vitokhu Sema, EE, Er. V.K. Pathak and Secretary DAN. The programme chaired by Sr. E O, Noleto Visa began with an invocation by record keeper, Hotoli.

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Q: Is the BJP in Nagaland

gaining ground?

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WEATHER FORECAST

DAN Dimapur bids farewell

DIMAPUR: Development Authority of Nagaland (DAN), Dimapur, organized a farewell programme for outgoing Addl.

Chief Engineer, Er. A K Dubey on July 31 at its office lounge, DAN Dimapur.

A press release from DAN Dimapur, stated that the outgoing officer expressed gratitude to staffs for their cooperation, while rendering his service to the people and encouraged officers and staffs to continue their devotion and serve the people with sincerity.

Chairman DAN in his speech said Er. A.K. Dubey was a sincere and

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August 3

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

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

33 26

A p.m. thunderstorm in spots

29 21

Guwahati A p.m. thunderstorm in spots

34 25

Aizawl

A stray a.m. t-storm, cloudy

30 22

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

30 22

Shillong

Cloudy, a t-storm in the area

25 19

Kohima

An a.m. t-storm in the area

25 19

Imphal

Dimapur A t-storm in the a.m.

Mkg

32 24

A stray a.m. t-storm, cloudy

27 20

Tuensang A shower and t-storm around

21 16

Cloudy, a t-storm in the area

27 21

Wokha

Zunheboto Cloudy, a t-storm in spots

24 18

State officials attend NE conference on Agri DIMAPUR: Officials from Nagaland led by Commissioner and Secretary, Land Resources Department, Y. Kikheto Sema attended a day-long North East Regional Conference on Transformation of Indian Agriculture at Hotel Radisson Blu, Guwahati on August 2.

The Nagaland team included Director LRD, T. Renben Lotha; Additional Secretary, Agriculture Department, Temsunaro Aier and Joint Director, Agriculture Department, Letkholal Hangsing.

Speaking at the conference, Kikheto pointed out that the Indian Hima-

layan Region particularly North eastern states were endowed with rich natural resources thereby contributing maximum ecological services to the country.

He was of the opinion that agriculture development plan should be drawn up in such a way that it continues to ensure functional ecological economy to protect and conserve the existent natural ecosystem productivity.

Kikheto also talked about the requirement of water-based planning, application of GIS and space technology and to guide the farmers in the best possible ways.

He also spoke on the need to sincerely work on convergence since most of the departments and states were working only for themselves with “I” syndrome.

He said the feeling of ‘we’ should be inculcated by all departments and states.

Kikheto said it was time for NE to come together and forge common goal instead of trying to stead alone.

Pointing out the need for year-long water availability for agricultural activities, he said resources should be explored to make more water resources and not only use the existent resources. “Most of the

rivers and springs are drying up and there is an urgent need for rejuvenation of springshed,” he said.

On capacity building, Kikheto said farm demonstrations were required to encourage local entrepreneurs to take ancillary activities which are economically viable, ecologically sustainable and create employment opportunities since there is no scope of large and medium scale industries.

Agriculture Production Commissioners of the NE States and Directors of agro and allied departments also attended the conference.

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Highlights of Tsüngremmung Mini Hornbill festival on second day NDPP celebrates

G Kaito Aye and other dignitaries at the traditional vine pulling ceremony. (NP)

Correspondent Mokokchung, Aug 2 (NPN): Minister of Agriculture and Co-operation, G. Kaito Aye graced the second day of Tsüngremmung Mini Hornbill Festival Mokokchung 2019 as special guest at Imkongmeren Sports Complex on Friday.

In his speech, Kaito said Mini Hornbill festival is being held in every district of the state as an initiative of the state government to document, promote and preserve Naga tradition and culture.

He also emphasized on the importance of preserving and carrying forward the rich tradition and culture as it defines the unique Naga identity.

Kaito also said that culture and traditions of the Nagas have been observed by the world as one Naga society and not as different tribes dwelling in different districts.

On the Indo Naga political issue, he said “we are probably closer than ever to the long due solution”, for which he called upon the people exhibit the sense of unity and collective respon-

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sibility. He further called upon all to work together by rising above individualism, clanism and tribalism.

Kaito also called upon the Ao community, who were known as pioneers- to take the lead in bringing unity in the Naga society.

Tsüngremmung greeting was delivered by minister Rural Development, Metsubo Jamir.

Earlier, the traditional pulling of vine was held, where citizens of Longsa under the banner Mokokc-

hung Town Longsa Senso Telongjem took the initiative.

Special guest and other dignitaries too joined in the pulling of vine from Town Square to the venue.

Highlights of the celebration included, presentations of cultural dances by Chang Hoho (CKS), Lotha Hoho and from Assam.

The programme was followed by an inter range folk dance competition and also inter ward tug of war.

N. Bendang Jamir delivered The festival witnessed folk song by 7th Buba the welcome address.

Nationalist DemoZunga, Dimapur and 6th cratic Progressive Alliance Longjang 7th BUBA Zunga Buba Zunga Dimapur, (NDPP) Mokokchung reEarlier on August and folk dances by Riju gion celebrated Tsüngrem- 1, Longjang 7th BUBA mung festival at its treasur- (Sakuniken) Zunga Dimaer’s residence Mokokchung pur, celebrated Tsüngremon Friday. mung festival at Panchayat The celebration was cum multi-utility complex, graced by minister Housing Aoyimsen with retired, and Mechanical, Tongpang A d d i t i o n a l c h i e f s e c Ozukum as special guest. retary & commissioner, Speaking in the pro- T.N.Mannen.

Speaking on the occagramme, the minister called upon all the party workers sion, T.N.Mannen congratuto remain united by cooper- lated the 7th Buba Zunga ating amongst the alliance for taking the initiative in organizing the festival. party members.

He said celebrations of The minster also urged all workers, irrespective of festival would foster a spirit their party allegiance to of unity and peace among remain strong and united. the people and urged the In conclusion, the minis- gathering to imbibe the then ter said that “he will be “Morung culture”. joining the NDPP soon as believes in the leadership of the chief minister Neiphiu Rio”.

Earlier, minister Rural Development, Metsubo Jamir, also present delivered a short speech.

Meanwhile, vice president NDPP Mokokchung region, L. Yanger spoke on the significance of Tsüngremmung while president NDPP Mokokchung region,

sporting and cultural club Diphupar.

Short speech was delivered by president, Dimapur Longjang Senso Telongjem,

Y.Among Jamir, while brief note on Tsüngremmung festival by information and publicity secretary, CNTC, Lanu Imchen.

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More indigenous dropped in NRC: Assam govt

Assam government observed that more indigenous people were dropped from the NRC list than those living in the Indo- Bangla border.

Guwahati, Aug 2 (PTI): The Assam government has claimed that the percentage of people excluded from the draft National Register of Citizens was lower in districts bordering Bangladesh having a sizeable Muslim population than those where Hindus were in majority.

The gover nment placed a list in the state assembly on Thursday which contained districtwise figures of people left out of the hugely contentious NRC, which is being updated under the supervision of the Supreme

Court.

T h e d eve l o p m e n t came despite an apex court directive to the state coordinator of NRC to submit before it the details in a sealed cover as the matter was “a human problem with great magnitude”.

PTI had erroneously reported on Thursday that the percentage of people excluded from the draft NRC was higher in disricts along the Indo-Bangladesh border.

Assam Accord Implementation and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary

laid the district-wise list of inclusion, rejection and non-inclusion of applicants’ names in the NRC. The list showed the total number of applicants was 3,29,91,385 out of which 40,07,717 names, which is 12.15 per cent, were not included.

According to the list, the percentage of noninclusion of names in districts bordering Bangladesh like South Salmara was 7.22, Dhubri 8.26 and Karimganj 7.67.

Non-border districts Hojai and Darrang have the highest non-inclusion

rate at 32.99 per cent and 30.90 per cent respectively.

“It is a matter of concern that the percentage of names excluded from the draft NRC is higher in the Bangladesh border districts compared to the rest of the state,” Patowary said.

The NRC coordinator came under fire from ruling BJP members who expressed doubt whether a correct NRC will ever be published.

They claimed that the rate of exclusion of NRC applicants in the districts bordering Bangladesh was less than the state average - 12.15 per cent.

This is a proof that a section of people residing in border districts of Assam has wrongly been included in the NRC, they said, slamming the coordinator.

They alleged there was gross misuse of the legacy data in various districts, particularly in those bordering Bangladesh.

“Due to this misuse, comparatively fewer people were left out of the draft NRC in those districts”, the minister said.

BJP MLAs Debanana Hazarika, Shiladitya Deb and Numal Momin and AIUDF member Nurul Amin raised the issue during the Zero Hour.

Only seven per cent of the applicants from the Bangladesh border districts

have been excluded from the NRC draft list, Hazarika said and asked why the sample verification, as ordered by the Supreme court, was not done.

Deb claimed that only eight per cent people were dropped from the draft NRC in the border district of Dhubri and neighbouring Barpeta, while 14 per cent names were left out in Karbi Anglong, which is not a border district.

Momin said while 5-7 per cent of the names from the border districts were excluded from the draft NRC, 18 per cent indigenous people were dropped from the list.

Under the Supreme Court’s directions, the first draft of the NRC was published on December 31, 2017, and the final draft on July 30 last year, where 40 lakh odd people were left out.

The Supreme Court had on July 23 extended the deadline for publication of the final NRC by a month to August 31.

“We want an errorfree NRC that will include the names of Indian citizens and exclude the names of foreigners,” Patowary said.

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

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Mizoram police arrest 1098 for not having valid ILP AIZAWL, AUG 2 (PTI): Mizoram police have arrested 1098 non-tribals from the northern part of the state for living in the state without valid inner line permit(ILP) and have pushed back 92 of them to Assam, senior police official said Friday. Deputy Inspector General of Police (Northern Range) Lalbiakthanga Khiangte said that the arrests were made since Thursday and the push back to Assam took place on Friday., He said that 81 people arrested by Bairabi police and 11 by Vairengte police in Kolasib district on the Mizoram- Assam border were pushed back.

The rest would be produced before the respective district courts, Khiangte said. He said that 865 people were arrested in Aizawl district, 111 in Kolasib district, 52 in Mamit district on the border with Tripura, 43 in central Mizoram’s Serchhip district and 27 in Champhai district.

“The fates of these non-tribal people would be decided by the district courts soon,” Khiangte said. ILP is required to enter some tribal states, including Mizoram and Nagaland under the provisions of the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulations, 1873, and those who violate the law are liable to be arrested.

Dear Savi, Thanks for all the memories you’ve given to me. No matter how old we get, and how many more birthdays we celebrate, I will always be here for you. Happy Birthday. Happy birthday my love Savi From your baby

Humanoid robots to serve food in Guwahati restaurant!

Human robot Palki ready to serve customers at Uruka restaurant in Guwahati. (Image- UB Photos) GUWAHATI, AUG 2 (AGENCIES): Guwahatians are now in for a new treat. They will be served by robots in a restaurant of the city, reports Northeast Now news. This innovative idea is being introduced from Thursday at ‘Uruka’ restaurant that specializes in ethnic cuisines.This has come as a unique concept not only in Assam, but probably in the entire country. The robot has been named ‘Palki’ and dressed in traditional Satriya attire. Notably, the humanoid robot ‘Palki’ is being designed by the proprietor of the restaurant, S N Farid, himself. Apart from Palki, he is also working on three more similar robots. Farid informed Northeast Now that these human robots will also adorn traditional Assamese costumes and serve food to the customers in his restaurant.He also informed that each human robot has cost him Rs two lakhs in the making. Situated at Silpukhuri, Uruka restaurant that serves only ethnic cuisines and have only waitresses has been tickling the taste buds of the connoisseurs of food in Guwahati for the last two years. The restaurant also serves traditional snacks that have become quite popular among its consumers.

Mob assault man who attempted M’laya CM aware of challenges in education sector to rape minor girl in Manipur Correspondent

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IMPHAL, Aug 2: Timely intervention by police helped them take into custody a 60-year-old man Naorem Bishambor of Tentha Khujao from a angry mob who assaulted him on the charge of attempt to rape a 13-year-oil girl in Manipur’s Thoubal district.

The alleged accused, has been taken into custody by the police after registering a case against him. He is said to be a retired BSF personnel. Reports said that the accused attempted to rape the minor girl which was foiled by her mother who happened to come to her daughter’s rescue on time. When the mother alarmed others of his presence, the accused left the place after threatening to kill her by showing

her a small arm. Villagers came to know of the incident soon after the mother cried for help after her daughter attempted to commit suicide after the alleged rape attempt.

After knowing the incident, irate villagers stormed into the house of the alleged accused and pulled him out. While he was being beaten up by the villagers, a team of police from Khongjom police station arrived. Unable to control the villagers who outnumbered them, additional police force was called from the district headquarters.

With the reinforcement, police took control of the situation and rescued the accused from the clutch of the angry mob. The seriously injured person was rushed to Thoubal district hospital from where he was further referred to RIMS hospital as he sustained multiple injuries in the mob assault.

Shillong, Aug 2: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Friday said the government is aware and concerned about the challenges in the education sector and is committed to address those issues and challenges.

Addressing the inaugural Session of the 33rd Biennial General Conference of Meghalaya College Teachers’ Association (MCTA), he said that it is important for all stakeholders in the education sector not to forget the important objective of shaping the younger generations to be

champions of the future.

“While it is important to maintain and improve the quality of Education, motivate the teachers and give them the right infrastructures and service conditions, it is important for all stakeholders in the Education sector to remember why we are here, to mould, guide and shape the future of the students,” Sangma said.

Stressing on the importance of youth he added, “For India the youth is our greatest challenge and the greatest resource and if we all stakeholders can do our part we will become a great nation and to see that our State Meghalaya surges

ahead.” Education Minister, Lakhmen Rymbui lamented that the students of the 6th Semester, North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) had to resort to agitation for the delay in the declaration of the results.

Rymbui urged the teachers to ensure that such delays and uncertainties do not happen in future and the students are not put to hardships.

The Education Minister said that the government is trying to address the issues and problems faced by every category of teachers and reminded the teachers of the need to work together and understand

each other’s responsibilities and constraints and to work for the larger benefit of the students.

Manipur Minister calls for concerted effort to promote handloom industry

Manipur textile commerce and industries minister Th Bishwajit at the 20th Manipur Handloom Day celebration in Imphal on Friday.

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IMPHAL, Aug 2: Manipur textile, commerce and industries minister Th Bishwajit called for a concerted effort for promotion of handloom and handicraft products-, the second largest source of income of the people of the state, as the state celebrated 20th State Handloom Day on Friday.

The 20th State Handloom Day celebration held in Imphal’s GM hall was organized by Handlooms promotion Council, Manipur.

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a need for dynamic positive change to accelerate the development process in Manipur.

Looms are owned in every household both in the valley and hill, as it is an intrinsic part of our rich social and cultural tradition, he said. “Promotion of handloom products requires active involvement of all the stakeholders including individuals residing in our state,” he added.

The minister assured to provide all possible help from government in promoting handloom and handicraft products.

He stated that to facilitate the weavers, the government had introduced handloom delivery system

with the aim to increase production and income of the weavers.

He also informed that Central government was ready to provide training to 10,000 weavers to enhance their skills and the state government was planning to enlist weavers residing in the state to access their value of contribution.

He also advised the officials of textiles, commerce & industries to carry out GI registration of indigenous products of our state at the earliest.

The minister informed that during the upcoming Manipur Textiles Expo, 2500 looms will be distributed free of cost to the weavers.

The celebration was aimed to highlight the contribution of the handloom industry in the socio-economic development of the state.

As part of the celebration, 35 weavers across the state were feted for their enormous contribution in promoting handloom products across the country.

The celebration were attended by principal secretary (textiles, commerce & industries Paulunthang Vaiphei, president of Manipur Apex Handloom Weavers & Handicrafts Artisans Cooperative Society Ltd K Indira Devi, officials of textiles, commerce & industries and weavers among others.

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Kashmiris preparing for eventualities Mediation fails, SC to start day-to-day hearing on Ayodhya

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An American made telescopic gun recovered during an anti-militant operation on display during a press conference, in Srinagar, Friday, Aug. 2. (PTI)

Requesting anonymity, a police officer told 101Reporters the situation looks like a preparation to tackle some major incident. “We have been instructed to stay alert. That is all I can tell you. Kashmir is a place where anything can happen any time,” he said.

Inde pendence Day preparations are in full swing in all the government schools and colleges.

While educational institutes remain open, parents are being cautious and are not sending their children to schools and colleges.

“I am a medical student and for me, practicals are an important part of my curriculum. But the current situation is so tense that my parents have asked me not to go to the college for a few days just to be on the safer side,” said Rahila Muzaffer, a college student.

Peoples Democratic Party leader Khurshid Alam said that while Kashmir has been witnessing uncertainty for the past three decades, never has the situation been so precarious as it is now.

“There is panic among the locals. The government is duty-bound to come clean on it. You cannot play mind games with your own people,” he said.

Similar concerns were expressed by former chief

minister Omar Abdullah.

“What ‘ongoing situation’ in Kashmir would require the Army and the Air Force to be put on alert? This isn’t about 35A or delimitation.

This sort of alert, if actually issued, would be about something very different,” he tweeted.

A former independent

legislator and senior leader of Peoples’ United Front, Engineer Rashid, criticised the Centre’s handling of the entire situation. “The government has to explain why it is creating fear psychosis in the peoples’ minds,” he told 101Reporters.

The Hurriyat Conference (G) issued a statement: “In response to the global concern about the gross human rights violations in the state, has hit India very hard diplomatically and out of frustration they create fear psychosis and a war-like scenario.” The Hurriyat spokesperson said that instead of war-mongering, India should take concrete steps to de-escalate the rising tension because their recent stand-off with their nucleararmed neighbour after the Pulwama incident has been bone-chilling.

the desired result. The mediation proceedings failed to resolve the dispute amicably for the fourth time on Friday, with the Supreme Court ordering day-today hearing of the politically sensitive case from August 6. A five-judge Constitution

bench headed by Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi took note of the report of the three member mediation panel, headed by former apex court judge FMI Kalifulla, that its effort to find out an amicable resolution to the dispute have failed.

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S R I NAG A R , AU G 2 (101REPORTERS/IANS): A heightened threat perception has begun to affect routine life in Jammu & Kashmir amid an increasing presence of the Indian armed forces.

Earlier this week, the Centre had deployed 10,000 additional troops in the conflict-ridden state. On Thursday, 25,000 more troops were pressed into service.

On Friday, the annual pilgrimage of Amarnath Yatra was curtailed after a landmine and a sniper rifle were found along the route.

Ali Mohammad Bhat, a 65-year-old shawl weaver from the old city area of Srinagar, has been busy stocking up groceries, milk powder and medicine in his home. With the air of uncertainty and anxiety looming large, he wants to be prepared for any eventuality. He’s not alone. Grocery stores, ration depots and fuel stations in Srinagar are witnessing an unusual rush of people since the Centre has fortified security in the state.

Multiple government orders were uploaded on social media last week, suggesting a major unrest could be in the offing. The visit of National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, deployment of thousands of troops and presence of security forces at sensitive places such as radio and TV stations are being viewed as a precursor of something untoward.

There have been reports that Pakistan is planning a major offensive in Kashmir ahead of India’s Independence Day, August 15.

“There is something big going to happen,” Bhat told 101Reporters.

On Thursday, Army chief General Bipin Rawat arrived in Srinagar to review security preparations.

NEW DELHI, AUG 2 (PTI): All the four attempts, including two on the intervention of the Supreme Court, to amicably settle the long-standing land dispute at Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid in Ayodhya have failed to yield

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Safe driving law

ndiscipline in roads is one of the major causes of deaths throughout the world where nearly 12,50,000 people die each year, on average 3,287 deaths a day. An additional 2 to 5 crore are injured or disabled. More than half of all road traffic deaths occur among young adults ages 15-44. The statistics for India also reveal that after increase in road lengths by 39% since 2000 the number of road accidents has jumped by 158%. In India, more than 150,000 people are killed each year in traffic accidents. That’s about 400 fatalities a day and far higher than developed auto markets like the US, which in 2016 logged about 40,000. Of roads in India, national highways comprise of 2% but witnessed 28% of the total road accidents in the country. In most road accidents, drunken or negligent driving was responsible for 78% of accidents while negligence by road and civic bodies was responsible for 3% of accidents. Across states, Goa had the maximum share in total road accidents/ lakh population in 2015 for the fourth year in a row (222 accidents/ lakh persons). This was followed by Kerala (110 accidents/ lakh persons), and Tamil Nadu (100 accidents/ lakh persons).In terms of accident fatalities, Tamil Nadu had the highest share in 2015 (23 fatalities/ lakh persons) followed by Haryana (18 fatalities/ lakh persons), and Karnataka (18 fatalities/ lakh persons). In Nagaland since 2016-18 around 1,432 road accidents occurred in Nagaland resulting in 122 deaths and causing injury to 956 people. The fact that deaths on Indian roads being the highest in the world should be a cause for deep concern and consequent action. Road accidents in India are primarily due to indiscipline(traffic violation) or bad behaviour or driving under influence of alcohol or drugs among drivers.

In order to prevent road mishaps, the government has tightened the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill, 2019 which gives power to the Centre to make rules for the authority that issues licences. A national register of driving licence will be created that will comprise licence data from throughout the country to make transfer of vehicles across states easier and weed out fake Driving Licences.It has taken the country decades of indiscipline on roads, violating traffic rules and escaping any accountability for poor engineering to gain the shameful reputation of being the world leader in road accidents. If bringing a law results in even an incremental change in the notorious defiance, nothing like it, but the compulsive jugaad mindset (circumvent the law) to dodge the system and make it corruptible calls for a supplementary step: projecting road safety as a national mission, much like Swachh Bharat. Also, if a child commits a driving offence, the parents will be fined Rs.25,000 and face arrest. The minimum penalty for violation of traffic rules and regulations will now be Rs 500 and Rs 10,000 is the standard fine for a whole set of offences.Even automobile manufacturers will be compelled to recall motor vehicles in case of a defect that causes damage to the environment.

The law relies heavily on fines and punishments and appears draconian. Henceforth, those behind the driving wheels will no longer be able to drive like hell and if they did, they will end up behind bars with stiff fines. Hopefully, the law should lead to safer roads and save lives.

DailyDevotion The Teaching of Adversity

In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. —John 16:33 The typical view of the Christian life is that it means being delivered from all adversity. But it actually means being delivered in adversity, which is something very different. “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. No evil shall befall you, nor shall any plague come near your dwelling…”

(Psalm 91:1,10)— the place where you are at one with God. If you are a child of God, you will certainly encounter adversities, but Jesus says you should not be surprised when they come. “In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” He is saying, “There is nothing for you to fear.” The same people who refused to talk about their adversities before they were saved often complain and worry after being born again because they have the wrong idea of what it means to live the life of a saint. God does not give us overcoming life— He gives us life as we overcome. The strain of life is what builds our strength. If there is no strain, there will be no strength. Are you asking God to give you life, liberty, and joy? He cannot, unless you are willing to accept the strain. And once you face the strain, you will immediately get the strength.

Overcome your own timidity and take the first step.

Then God will give you nourishment— “To him who overcomes I will give to eat from the tree of life…”

(Revelation 2:7). If you completely give of yourself physically, you become exhausted. But when you give of yourself spiritually, you get more strength.

God never gives us strength for tomorrow, or for the next hour, but only for the strain of the moment. Our temptation is to face adversities from the standpoint of our own common sense. But a saint can “be of good cheer” even when seemingly defeated by adversities, because victory is absurdly impossible to everyone, except God.

Quotes

Every evil is a sickness of soul, but virtue offers the cause of its health.

~ Saint Basil

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President should send back RTI Amendment Bill

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ince it was passed in June 2005, the Right to Information Act has been slowly empowering citizens to extract a level of accountability from their government.

Using the legislation, citizens have been acting as vigilance monitors and uncovering corruption and arbitrariness.

However, the amendments to the Act passed by the Rajya Sabha last week are unfortunate. They will result in the Information Commissions being put under the thumb of the government. Many fear that this is being done to make one more independent institution a caged parrot echoing his master’s voice.

The Act had its roots in the Supreme Court ruling in the landmark SP Gupta of 1981. “The concept of open government is the direct emanation from the right to know which seems to be implicit in the right of free speech and expression guaran-

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angladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina just returned from her first official visit to China after the formation of her government in Dhaka. She was there for 4-5 days in establishing Bangladesh’s strategic relationship with China that attracted the attention of the entire world. This strategic relationship, however, is not very sudden as its inception was in the 2016. But this time, Sheikh Hasina has received a special diplomatic status in China. In consonance with that, different questions have also arisen in India at different diplomatic levels, along with a few news items from Dhaka. According to them, Bangladesh is trying to overcome the dependency on India. In other words, India’s overbearing attitude to Bangladesh may reduce after Hasina’s visit to China.

These are some views that have concerned India about the visit.

After reading these articles, I tried to accumulate the government of India’s actual reaction in this regard, whether Prime Minister Nar-

teed under Article 19 (1),” the Supreme Court said.

Parliament codified this right first in 2002 in the Freedom of Information Act. In December 2004, the Congress presented the Right to Information Bill to parliament.

‘Essence of the Bill’: When the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Right to Information Bill submitted its report in 2005, it noted that Information Commissioners were vital to the functioning of the legislation.

“This is the essence of the Bill in the sense that the mechanism of access to information will depend on effectiveness of this system,” the report said.

“It should therefore be ensured that the [Information] Commission and its functionaries perform their duties independently and with complete autonomy.

For this, it is necessary to elevate their status to that of the Election Commission of India.”

The amendment to

the Act passed by the Rajya Sabha last week makes the decisions of the tenure, status and emoluments of Information Commissioners subject to the whims of the central government.

The ostensible reason given for this in the is that the Election Commission is a body set up under the Constitutional body whereas the Information Commission is a statutory body established by Parliament. The government’s rationale appears to be shaky. Both the Election Commission and the Information Commission enforce the fundamental right under Article 19 (1)(a) and hence have the role of maintaining citizen’s constitutional right. Besides, the heads of National Human Rights Commission, the National Green Tribual and many other statutory tribunals have the same status as Election Commissioners.

The Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and

Pensions Jitendra Singh has stated in Parliament that the Central Information Commissioner and the Information Commissioners are equivalent to the judges of the Supreme Court. “However, if one intends to challenge their decision then one has to move the High Court,” he said. “Does it happen anywhere in the world? The Congress party enacted a very clumsy law and we are trying to modify it.”

Incorrect facts: The minister was factually incorrect: in fact, High Courts cannot entertain any appeals against an order of the Information Commission. The challenge to the Information Commission’s orders must be made under the writ jurisdiction of the courts.

The orders of the president, prime minister, governors and Central election commissioners can also be challenged before the High Courts in writ jurisdiction.

Will it be argued that all these positions must be

downgraded?

It has also been alleged that the RTI Act, which is one of the best transparency laws in the world, was framed in haste.

That is an insult to the Parliamentary Standing Committee that discussed it and Parliament. There were many BJP members on that Committee including Ram Nath Kovind, who would go on to become India’s President.

As it turns out, significant changes were made in the original bill by Parliamentary Committee, which had a significant number of BJP MPs on it. Instead of being proud of its contribution in the making of the law, the ruling party is discrediting its own contribution.

No public consultation: The specific suggestion of making the Commissioners equal to the Election Commissioners was made with clear reasoning by the Parliamentary Committee: this was considered essential for

the Commission’s independence and autonomy. Last week’s amendment runs counter to the proposal.

No public consultation has been held about the changes. The speed with which they were rushed through and the way the Biju Janata Dal and the Telangana Rashtra Samithi changed their convictions are a sad comment on our democracy.

It is essential for citizens to first appeal to the President’s conscience to at least send the bill back instead of signing it since it negates his own convictions as a member of the Parliamentary Committee of 2005.

If citizens do not defend their fundamental rights, there could be further constriction of their fundamental right under Article 19 (1)(a), which may impact the right to speak and publish.

Shailesh Gandhi Former Central Information Commissioner (Scroll.In)

Strategic relations with Dhaka endra Modi and his External Affairs Minister Jayashankar are really annoyed over Hasina’s China visit. I would like to inform you my experiences have been gathered through diplomatic sources.

In brief, India is treating this visit from a very positive perspective. Rather, foreign ministry sources say that India is the biggest gainer in improving relations between China and Bangladesh. India would be happy if there is no misunderstanding between Dhaka and Beijing. Global politics is rapidly changing. Today, with modern thinking, it is for sure that we have come a long way since 1971 and the formation of Bangladesh. The war of liberation was the main reason behind the formation of a new country. The fight of Bengalis living in East Pakistan against the then West Pakistan was historical.

There was also the politics of projecting the war as one between India and Pakistan giving less importance to the liberation movement. Today, I should say, it would be unfair for Pakistan to carry

the burden of wounded history after so many years. The huge barrier of old thinking can only be broken through proper dialogue.

Bangladesh is India’s friend and Pakistan’s guardian is China. Therefore, the naive idea is that China and Bangladesh are in opposition.

But it would be a very simplified version at the diplomatic level. This simplification can only be wiped out if all countries speak with each other.

Sheikh Hasina should meet President Xi often. Likewise, I want India to talk to China again and again, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is doing. One of my favourite teachers at our college, Satyabrata Chakraborty, had once explained how the roof over so-called sovereign countries had blown away. Everyone should maintain a close relationship with each other.

Moreover, the Cold War period is over. Nowadays, the world is polycentric. Rather, if China’s relationship with Dhaka is sweetened, India’s tension will also decrease.

Because Modi has started bilateral discussions with Chi-

na, in connection with trade relationship, in his second innings. Whatever happened in Bhutan’s Doklam, India has left it behind and is willing to move forward. China’s relations with Bangladesh at this juncture should not be negative. The way the Chinese leadership accorded a red carpet welcome to Sheikh Hasina is not very common. Chinese Premier Li hosted a special dinner for Sheikh Hasina. Nine bilateral agreements were signed during this visit. But the biggest issue is China’s offer of help to Bangladesh on the Rohingya problem. Two of the countries also issued a joint statement based on the agreements and negotiations. The master stroke of Sheikh Hasina’s visit was the dialogue with China on the Rohingya issue. China’s huge financial grants for Rohingyas are very important. But it seems to me that the strategy of increasing Chinese influence over Myanmar is bigger than the monetary help. The Rohingyas, who left Rakhine amidst severe torture, were pressured to get back to their

own country. Hasina build the pressure. Myanmar is particularly dependent on China financially. So, putting pressure on Myanmar through China is remarkable diplomacy on Hasina’s part.

Besides, activating China on the Rohingya issue is not diplomacy of opposing India.

Hence, whoever is thinking that India is unhappy with Hasina’s China visit is wrong. Diplomacy does not go in a straight line. Since 1971, the India-­Bangladesh relationship has not always been linear. The diplomatic relationship between these two countries doesn’t depend on their sizes and capacities.

Diplomatic bilateral relations are inverted. Narendra Modi understands this fact.

In order to keep the relationship between the two countries intact, the relationship needs to be looked at so that it is not taken for granted. In this modern era of globalization, no state can stick with the “walk alone” principle.

India accounts for 78.86 per cent of Bangladesh’s total borders, whereas Myanmar

accounts for only 6.05 per cent. In terms of size, India is twenty-three times bigger than Bangladesh and more than four times larger than Pakistan. Yet, Modi understands how important Bangladesh is to India today.

In Bangladesh, some the fundamentalist and vulnerable people question Awami League why friendship with China has not been deepened to pressure India. In fact, not only the Awami League, also Khaleda’s BNP doesn’t want anti-India politics. On the contrary, a BNP delegation is trying to establish bilateral trade with India. Since the assassination of Mujibur Rahman, Dhaka has been active in opposing India.

Even in India, in this regard, some motivated people still want to oppose Dhaka under pressure with a strong attitude about Bangladesh. In my opinion, both of these approaches are wrong. After Mujibur Rahman’s assassination, there was rough weather in both the countries’ politics. Lack of stability was noticed.

Jayanta Ghosal (IANS)

Celebrating the scientists behind Chandrayaan 2

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n the assembly of science ee announced the project on born on 18 November 1950 Planetary Institute and Max icons of the country 15 August 2003, in course in Jorhat, and started school- Planck Institute. His main who are credited with of his Independence Day ing there. In 1965, he got 6th subject of research is study successful launch of India’s speech after the idea was position in higher secondary of Solar System and Astromomentous moon mission first mooted in 1999 dur- examination conducted by physics. He and his associate Chandrayaan II on July ing a meeting of the Indian AHSEC, and then he joined scientists have proven that 22, 2019, two from Assam, Academy of Sciences. The prestigious Cotton College the main resource of enDr J N Goswami, Dr D K Astronautical Society of to study Physics. He got ergy of Solar System at the Das and one from Manipur India carried forward the MSc Degree from Gauhati time of its origin was 26Al Hidam Rajeev Singh, have idea in 2000. Soon after, University and joined Tata nuclide in its half life. He carved a respectable niche the Indian Space Research Institute of Fundamental has also worked on Cosmic for themselves on the occa- Organisation (ISRO) set up Research for PhD. In this Rays, Tectonic Plates and sion and their feat is indeed the National Lunar Mission time period he also worked concluded many theories. a source of immense joy, Task Force which concluded as a post-graduate research From Physical Research pleasure and pride for the that ISRO has the techni- scholar at the University Laboratory, he was served entire northeast. If facebook cal expertise to carry out of California, Berkeley. In as Scientist of exploration is the mirror of the popular an Indian mission to the 1978, he got PhD degree projects of ISRO at its pretrend, then the three Assam Moon. In April 2003 over from Gujarat University. liminary state. He was asad Manipur scientists are 100 eminent Indian scienHe was the Chief Sci- sociate scientist of Cosmic at par with all other sports, tists in the fields of planetary entist of Chandrayaan-1, Ray experiment and chief film or political stars in the and space sciences, Earth and was also the developer scientist of Lunar Samples horizon. People love, admire sciences, physics, chemis- of this project. He served as at spacecraft Spacelab-3.’ and recognize them, because try, astronomy, astrophys- a director of Physical ReAnd here is the list of these three are the people ics and engineering and search Laboratory situated awards Goswami has been countrymen aspire to look communication sciences at Ahmadabad, Gujarat. conferred on so far- Youth upto. discussed and approved the A remarkable discovery Scientist Award by Indian An alumnus of Assam Task Force recommendation of Goswami is recorded as National Science AssociaEngineering College, Hidam to launch an Indian probe to ‘Goswami’s study of mete- tion (1978), NASA’s Public did his schooling from Jawa- the Moon. Six months later, oroid grains proved that the Service Group of Achievehar Navodaya Vidyalaya at in November, the Union sun was 1000 to 10000times ment Award (1986), Shanti Pailapool in Assam’s Cachar government gave the nod stronger 4.5 billion years ago Swaroop Bhatnagar Award district and hails from Ma- for the mission. So, the two than now.’ Leading periodi- (1994), Kamal Kumari Nanipur. He was part of the scientists from Assam, Dr. cal India Today, in its profile tional Award for science and team which produced the Goswami and Dr Das, figure of leading Indian scientists, technology (2003) Axford Stage I Solid Stage Rocket in such an elite assemblage noted this feat and quoted award by Asia Oceania Boosters for Chandrayaan of celebrated scientists. the scientist as saying- “the Geoscience Society (2014), 2 which took off from SriWho are they? Let us greatest challenge for scien- Asom Ratna (2015) and harikota in Andhra Pradesh briefly review the available tist is to push oneself beyond Padma Shri in 2017. on July 22. biographical data of the the limit with available tools Gigantic Goswami does C h a n d r aya a n p r o - two Science Stars from the and resources.” not overshadow the other Asgramme, or the Indian Lunar northeast. J N Goswami Wikipedia says about sam scientist associated with Exploration Programme, is was the principal scientist his research work, ‘After Chandrayaan, Dr Dipak Kuan ongoing series of outer in India’s moon mission PhD, he worked as a re- mar Das, who, like Goswami space missions by the Indian and currently chairman of search scientist in many is an alumnus of Cotton Space Research Organisa- the advisory board for the prestigious institutes, like College. Dr Das is prestion (ISRO). Former Prime follow up mission Chan- UC Berkeley, Washing- ently the director of Space minister Atal Bihari Vajpay- drayana 2. Goswami was ton University, Lunar and Applications Centre (SAC), Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this

ISRO. The SAC had a pivotal role in Chandrayaan-2’s successful launch. Dr Das did his Pre University from Cotton College in 1976-78, then graduated in Electronics Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Banaras Hindu University (BHU) formerly known as IT-BHU. Das started his professional career at Space Applications Centre, ISRO in 1983 in the area of Communication & Navigation Satellite technology. He is a recipient of ISRO-ASI award for the year 2010 for his contribution in the area of Spacecraft and related technologies. He is also a recipient of ISRO Merit Award for the year 2010 and ISRO Performance Excellence Award for the year 2015. He is also a member

of Space Communications and Navigation Committee (SCAN) of International Astronautical Federation (IAF). He is also designated as Chair of ‘Committee on Earth Observation Satellite’ (CEOS) for the year 2020.

Facebook post after launch of Chandrayaan says ‘we ,the Cottonians are extremely proud to have ex Cottonian Dipak Kr Das, Director, Space Applications ,ISRO who was in the team that launched Chandrayan 2 yesterday.

His achievement with his team has put the country in the big league.’ Yes, such achievements put the country as well as the society, in a greater league.

Dhruva Saikia 19 A Srimantapur LP School, Guwahati.

Reader’s Post

Need laws to punish those spreading fake news Sir,

Social media can be quite a deceptive place. There is so much information floating around from self-styled reporters who often distort or even concoct stories to suit their own narrative. The gullible fall for such news but those who are well-read can detect fake news. Fake news is mainly planted to spread a propaganda that is divisive.

Considering the headache and harm it can cause, it is time there are proper rules laid down to curb such practices and also take to task those indulging in spreading falsehood. Some have tendered apologies in the newspapers and on Facebook, but we still need proper rules.

Amenla Lkr, Dimapur. newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan with YSR MP Beesetti Venkata Satyavathi during the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament, in New Delhi, Friday. (PTI)

tors continued their strike and threatened to prolong it indefinitely, Vardhan met their representatives, who included people from AIIMS and RML hospitals in Delhi and Federation of Resident Doctors Association. He said he tried to clear their doubts about some provisions in the bill.

“They had queries about AIIMS being included for the NEET. They wanted clarity on the NEXT, how one can get admission to PG through this exam and also on the definition of community health providers,” Vardhan said.

The bill proposes a common final-year MBBS examination — the National Exit Test (NEXT) — for admission to post-graduate courses and to obtain licence to practice medicine.

“I addressed their queries and told them how NMC will work and also explained them the role of Community Health Providers (CHP). It should be noted that the concept of mid-level practitioners is recognised worldwide and this concept has also been highlighted by the WHO

Further, ENNWA said that there was no authority other than or above the ancestral village, which has the power and authority to issue any form of identity to a Naga. “Only such Nagas identified with clan and village alone can have a stake in the customary and political affairs of the Nagas of Nagaland,” it said, adding that Nagas of Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, likewise, have their own respective identities and customary systems.

ENWWA also stated that it was beyond the competence and powers of any authority outside the purview of the customary system of one Naga territory to certify, identify or interfere with same affairs of another territory. It said that such violations or authoritarian indulgence in the territorial boundaries of one tribe by any authority or tribe from another territory would be an infringement on the sovereign constituent powers of the respective village authorities and the internal affairs of that Naga tribe.

“In the same way, Nagas of Burma cannot endorse the Indigenous Inhabitant identity of the Nagas of Nagaland or any other state and vice versa,” it added.

ENNWA maintained that any Naga from one linguistic and tribal territory settled in the land of another tribe cannot indulge in the affairs of that tribe.

Further, according to

ENNWA, whether it be citizenship or identity, the rights of individual Nagas flows from the authority vested within the Villages of their birth. “There should be no questions raised from any quarters on these matters,” it asserted.

It said that customary system should not be left open for political debates and statutory interventions “through such conflicting arguments in the public forum.” If any clarification on any matter was required, ENWWA said the concerned organisations through their representative Tribal bodies were free to raise the matters with NNPGs, adding that the doors were open for anyone to understand and deliberate on critical issues.

It stated that NNPGs opinion on RIIN was “in good faith to clearly identify who is who in this complicated world.” It stated that sacrifices and untold sufferings and the agonies of the “eastern Naga (Burma Naga) people for the national cause is held fresh in our minds and will be written with golden letters in the annals of the history of the Naga National Movement.”

However, ENWWA said that Nagas of Nagaland cannot certify them as indigenous inhabitants of Nagaland state. It has, therefore, stated that the question of “undermining or betraying” them did not arise. “We are addressing the matters pertaining to state of Naga- L(and) and not about Naga L(IM),” it underscored.

appealed to him not to consider Nagas as adversaries but as constructive participants in the democratic process of forming a democratic government.

In a press release, Therie, opined that if he was Ravi, he would first insist on solving the political problem before coming to Nagaland. However Therie added that perhaps Ravi was wiser than him and also has a better plan which needed to be seen.

Therie said Ravi was not new to Nagaland and the developing situation as he also conversant with the cease fire agreements which were “above the constitution of India .”

Therie also said there were ten parallel governments in the state that were governing and extorting people against the backdrop of lack of activity on the development front.

The NPCC chief said Ravi was negotiating with them and knew everyone of them better than many Nagas. He also said Ravi knew the groups are united in objective and also the suffering and aspirations of the people for peace, development and opportunities.

T h e r i e t h e r e f o r e, expressed the hope that Ravi,as the head of the state under the Constitution of India, would enforce the law of the land.

“We shall look forward to him for justice, equality, one tax one government and a corruption free Government,” Therie said.

(From p-1) M a n y f o r ge t t h a t cleanliness is required not only for aesthetics, but also to reduce incidences of hospital acquired infections (HAI). Hospital cleanliness is required to minimise the growth of infective organisms that can spread between patients, visitors and hospital staff.

But these are being rarely followed in NHAK. The hospital serves the need of the State Capital’s more than two lakh population, besides the neighbouring villages. It has 334 regular employees (36 senior doctors, 13 junior doctors, 100 nurses, 66 regular Grade III staff, nine ad hoc staff, 114 Grade

IV staff, six Grade IV ad hoc staff), 169 contractual employees (15 doctors, 125 ministerial and other staff, five physiotherapists and 24 staff nurses) and 60 National Health Mission employees (seven doctors, 31 nurses, 18 minister and technical staff and four Grade IV staff).

And according to the official, the numbers were sufficient to take care of the medical requirements of the people living in the hospital’s vicinity Meanwhile, NHAK project director Dr Vizolie Suokhrie asserted that many changes would be bought about in the next two to three months, though he did not elaborate.

NSDMA weather forecast updates

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However, cloudy to overcast sky conditions would remain a highlight across the state.

Between August 4 and August 7, rain intensity would be less as a depression is likely to form in the Bay of Bengal, which would be responsible for pulling the moisture. After August 7, the atmospheric system would move inland and away from the region and the rains would once again pick up the pace over Nagaland.

Therefore, between August 8 and 11, heavy rains are likely in many parts of the State. During this time, the southern districts would witness more monsoon rains than the northern parts.

Governmental departments responsible for roads and other infrastructures and the public have been advised to take precautionary measures during this period.

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NEW DELHI, AUG 2 (PTI): Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Friday met doctors protesting against the National Medical Commission Bill and urged them to resume work, saying the legislation is in the interest of doctors, patients, medical students and the society.

His appeal came as resident doctors at several government hospitals continued their strike for the second day against the legislation that seeks to regulate the medical education sector. The doctors say the bill promotes quackery and is “anti-poor, anti-student and undemocratic”.

The government has described the bill, which will replace the corruptionplagued Medical Council of India with a new body — the National Medical Commission, as one of the biggest reforms in medical education.

The legislation was passed by Rajya Sabha Thursday night but it will go back to Lok Sabha as two amendments need to be approved by it.

On Friday, as the doc-

and the Lancet Journal,” the minister added.

Vardhan also cited examples of developed and developing countries like the US, the UK, Australia, China and Africa to support his argument that they too follow a similar arrangement.

He said the National Medical Commission will decide who all need to be trained and how they can be included in primary healthcare system.

“A majority of members in NMC are highly qualified doctors and well wishers and protectors of the integrity of the medical profession and the medical fraternity.

“More so, the NMC will put their course of planning or decisions in the public domain and decisions will be finalised through consultative process,” Vardhan said.

Saying the bill is “historic” and in the interest of doctors, patients, medical students and the nation, he also tweeted his appeal in Hindi to doctors to end their strike.

“Doctors should not defy their duties towards patients. The NMC Bill is a visionary revolution to reform the medical education sector. It is a blessing for aspiring doctors. Those who are not able to understand it (now) will realise its benefits in the coming years,” the Union minister said.

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SHOW CAUSE NOTICE Dated Kohima, the 2nd August 2019.

NO.SAB-5/2/2002 (VOL-1) : It has come to the notice of this Department that the following Contingency Fixed Paid Sweepers and Malis have been very irregular and absenting from discharging their official duty without permission from the competent authority.

Sl.No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

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Therefore, they are hereby directed to Show Cause as to why appropriate disciplinary action should not be initiated against them.

Written reply to this Show Cause Notice should be submitted personally to this department within 7 (seven) days from the date of issue of this Notice i.e on or before 8/8/2019 failing which their service shall be terminated without any further warning.

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India slips to 7th spot in GST collection up 5.8% in July Rupee slumps 54 paise to 69.60 global GDP rankings: WB

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stating that it gives them confidence.

A B.SC agri graduate, Mhalo Kithan said it was wrong to remain confined at home on the pretext of studying for exam and said for any job, the recruiters look for an experience and this could be a starter that would help her shape her future.

Theja and Tsolelo asserted that knowing the difficulty to get job in Nagaland, the duo expressed job that as teenager, they wished to work in any place if given opportunity.

Another applicant who do not wished to be named said instead of staying at home, disheartened for being unemployed, said it was an opportunity to explore what was in store for them and said she was fully prepared if recruited to work anywhere in the country.

Those who got through spot recruitment were handed the appointment orders on the spot.

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KOHIMA, AUG 2 (NPN): Around 100 students from different backgrounds turned up for the job fair held at directorate of Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Kohima on Friday.

The event is organised by the department of Employment, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY).

On August 3, skill fair will be conducted.

Interacting with Nagaland Post, director employment, skill development and entrepreneurship C. Lotam Chang said the recruiters were from Oberoi Hotel Mumbai, ITC Royal Bengal, Hyatt Regency Thissur.

Chang said the department has empanelled 15 training partners and has 21 training centres across India under PMKVY. To queries on safety and secu-

rity of the Naga employees, Chang informed that the department has tracking partner in Dimapur.

The department has so far recruited 1346, placed in different parts of the country, trained 3035 and currently 2431 are undergoing training in different field under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana.

In an interaction, the recruiters expressed joy in meeting the ambitious Naga youths and informed that those who were recruited earlier has set good example by being sincere, humble and hard working which brought them back to Nagaland to recruit more.

Hyatt Regency representative said there are 20 employees from Nagaland, recruited during the previous year and said they were performing well, growing with their ambition.

Also in an interaction, the applicants expressed joy of getting the opportunity to face interview

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rupee opened at 69.26 a dollar, then lost further ground and touched a low of 69.67 during the session.

The local unit finally settled at 69.60 a dollar, down 54 paise over its previous close. This is its weakest level since June 19 when it had settled at 69.68 against the American currency.

This is the second straight session of loss for the rupee, during which it has lost a hefty 81 paise.

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In a series of tweets, Trump said the new tariff, in addition to the 25 per cent on goods worth USD 250 billion that was previously in place, would come into effect from September 1.

Persistent foreign fund outflows and a strengthening greenback also put pressure on the domestic currency, forex traders said.

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Dimapur, Aug 2 (NPN): The Fitness House at 3rd Mile, Dimapur has completed its first anniversary on Friday.

Interacting with the media persons, Thungdeno Murry, general manager said that the establishment enjoyed a good response since its inception.

However due to the ongoing construction of the road, the functioning has faced hiccups, she added.

Explaining on the facilities available at the centre, she said the gym, swimming pool, badminton court, steam, café, and spa constitute The Fitness House.

However, the café, and spa are not under the subscription/membership plans but are open to all.

The Fitness House have about 100 members at present.

NEW DELHI, Aug 2 (Agencies): Central and state gover nments have collected Rs. 1,02,083 crore from Goods and Services Tax (GST) in July, 5.8% more than what they mopped up in the same month a year ago, an official statement said here.

This is the third time the combined central and state GST receipts crosses Rs.1 trillion mark so far this fiscal. The union government is bound to compensate states for any shortfall in their revenue collection below an agreed 14% annual growth every year in the first five years of GST regime.

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Modi government.

In June this year, former chief economic advisor to the Modi 1.0 government, Arvind Subramanian, stated in a paper that India’s economic growth rate has been overestimated by around 2.5 percentage points between 2011-12 and 2016-17 due to a change in methodology for calculating GDP. India’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate between this period should be about 4.5% per instead of the official estimate of close to 7 per cent, he had said in a research paper published at Harvard University.

Earlier in May, India lost its tag of the “fastest growing major economy” to China after the government announced that GDP had declined to 5.8% in the last quarter of the financial year 2018-’19. This was the slowest pace of growth in 17 quarters.

The economic slowdown in India has already started reflecting in various sectors, with consumer demand for goods declining. As per reports, the automobile sector recently indicated a slump, staring at least 10 lakh job losses.

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adding that “it is largely due to currency fluctuation and the growth slowdown.”

The World Bank data comes at a time when the Modi government has targeted making India a $3 trillion economy this financial year and a $ 5 trillion economy by 2024., as announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman her speech while presenting the Union Budget last month.

In fact, when various media reports and experts expressed serious apprehensions over this ‘ambitious’ target, Prime Minister Modi, in a speech had pooh-poohed them as ‘pessimists’.

“It is important to know about the $5 trillion economy because some people were casting doubts over the competency of Indians, saying that achieving the target is very difficult.

These people are professional pessimists,” Modi had said in a speech in Varanasi.

There has been a lot of controversy in the country about India’s GDP estimates under the new GDP series. The revision in the methodology happened during the first term of the

Mumbai, Aug 2 (PTI): The rupee dived 54 paise on Friday to close at an over six-week low of 69.60 against the US dollar as soaring crude oil prices and a fresh flare up in US-China trade tensions weighed on emerging market currencies.

Global markets tumbled and safe-haven assets like the Japanese yen gained after President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that the US will impose an additional 10 per cent tariff on USD 300 billion worth Chinese imports, which Beijing vowed to retaliate.

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New Delhi, Aug 2 (Agencies): Casting dark shadows over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dream of making India a $5 trillion economy by 2024, a new World Bank report has pushed India to the seventh place in global rankings of GDP (gross domestic product) in 2018, from the sixth position earlier. It has been overtaken by France and the United Kingdom.

According to latest World Bank data, in 2018, India’s GDP was $2.72 trillion, while that of the UK was $2.82 trillion and France was $2.77 trillion.

The top four economies in the world were the United States, with a GDP of 20.5 trillion in 2018, followed by China ($13.6 trillion), Japan ($4.9 trillion) and Germany ($3.9 trillion).

According to experts cited in media reports, economic slowdown and rupee depreciation may have led to the drop in e GDP rankings.

“In 2017, the rupee appreciated against the dollar, and in 2018 it depreciated against the dollar,” Chief Economist at India Ratings Devendra Pant was quoted as saying in Business Today,

April GST receipts, collections remained rangebound between 6.6 and 5.8% in subsequent months.

The statement said the union government collected Rs.17,912 crore, while states collected Rs.25,008 crore.

Receipts from integrated GST (IGST) on inter-state sales stood at Rs.50,612 crore and from GST cess at Rs.8,551 crore. On account of the revenue shortfall in FY19 and the growth rate remaining below 14% so far in FY20, the central government’s requirement to compensate states continues and raises questions about states revenue position after the first five years of GST if the current trend continues.

Central and states collected and average RS 93,114 crore a month last fiscal against a Rs.1 trillion combined monthly target.

The GST shor tfall could make the union government more dependent on cesses and surcharges on various taxes to find resources for compensating states for their revenue shortfall.

The Controller General of Accounts (CGA), the government’s internal auditor, said on Wednesday the central government’s gross tax revenue in the June quarter grew at a slow pace of 2.7% to Rs.1.86 trillion from the year ago period.

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Any talk on Kashmir only with Pak: India tells US

Bangkok/Islamabad, Aug 2 (IANS): India has rejected the US’ offer of mediation on Kashmir, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conveying to his American counterpart Mike Pompeo in “clear terms” that any discussion on Kashmir, if warranted, will only be with Pakistan and only bilaterally.

Hours after US President Donald Trump told reporters in Washington that “it is up to Prime Minister Modi” to accept his offer to intervene in Kashmir, Jaishankar, during his meeting with Pompeo on Friday, conveyed “in clear terms that any discussion on Kashmir, if at all warranted, will only be with Pakistan and only bilaterally”.

Jaishankar tweeted that he had wide ranging discussions with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and had conveyed to him India’s stand on Kashmir.

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sions with @SecPompeo on regional issues. Have conveyed to American counterpart @SecPompeo this morning in clear terms that any discussion on Kashmir, if at all warranted, will only be with Pakistan and only bilaterally,” said the tweet.

Asked by a reporter in the White House on Thursday if he considered Kashmir a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan, Trump, ignoring the question, said: “Have they accepted the offer or not (to mediate). Well, it is really up to Prime Minister Modi.”

The US President added: “I met with Prime Minister Khan. I think they are fantastic people, Khan and Modi.

I would imagine they can get along really well.A But if they wanted somebody to intervene, or to help them; And I spoke with Pakistan about that, and I spoke frankly to India about that; but that been going, that battle, for a long time. If I can, if they wanted to, I would certainly help them,” Pompeo, during his meeting with Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan in Washington on July 23, had not mentioned Kashmir at all in the talks.

His meeting had come a day after Trump claimed, during a media conference with Khan, that Modi had during their meeting in Osaka, Japan, requested him to mediate in the matter.

India has very strongly denied the claim, and stated that Kashmir is a

bilateral matter.

The US State Department, had in an effort to amend matters, issued a statement on July 22

Saudi king signs decree to allow women to travel independently

stating that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan, and Riyadh, Aug 2 (IANS): added that the US stands Saudi Arabian women will no longer require a permisready to help. sion from a “male guardian” to travel or obtain a passport, according to a royal decree signed by King Salman bin Abdulaziz.

The decree, issued three seem willing to address the days ago, clearly stresses the matter. right of every Saudi citizen Reiterating the allegations of violation of to obtain a passport, and human rights in Jammu limits the need for a guardian’s approval to minors and Kashmir, he said that only, Arab News reported on the one hand India is late Thursday. saying that Kashmir is a The decree is written bilateral matter, but even in a gender-neutral manthen it is not ready to come ner, and does not state to the negotiating table. any restrictions specific to The Foreign Minister women. added: “Trump has given Until now, Saudi womthe mediation proposal in en have had to seek permisview of the regional situa- sion from a male guardian tion, and we thank him for - a husband, father or other this. India will not agree to male relative to obtain a negotiate easily. We appeal passport or travel abroad. to the US to use its influSince the launch of ence to persuade India to Saudi Vision 2030, the start talks.” He also said Kingdom’s authorities that he is going to write a have addressed all flaws in letter to the United Nations the system that prevented Secretary General Antonio women from living their lives securely and free from Guterres in this regard.

Pak urges US to persuade India to accept mediation on Kashmir The Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi on Friday urged the US to persuade India to start mediation talks on the Kashmir issue.

His remarks come at a time when the US President Donald Trump has said that “it is up to Prime Minister Modi” to accept America’s offer to intervene in the Kashmir issue while India has clearly rejected mediation on the matter.

Talking to some Pakistani journalists, the Pakistan Foreign Minister said that India has raised questions on the US’ offer to initiate mediation talks.

Qureshi also said that India is avoiding talks on this issue and does not

Bombs rattle Bangkok, 2 suspects held B a n g ko k , Au g 2 (AFP): Two men from Thailand’s insurgency-hit “Deep South” have been arrested linked to several small bomb attacks which rattled Bangkok Friday as it hosted a regional summit attended by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, leaving four people wounded but not disrupting the diplomatic event.

Thailand, which has a grim history of political violence and is fighting a long-running rebellion in the Muslim-majority south, remains deeply divided after a controversial March election returned a junta to power as a civilian government. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha, who led the former junta, told reporters “there were nine successful or attempted explosions... we haven’t ruled out any motives.” Two men from the far south were arrested after wires and ball bearings were found in an inactive device outside Thai police headquarters late Thursday, in what police said was a linked incident.

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Officials said four people were wounded.

“Reports are they were ‘ping pong bombs’ hidden in bushes by the road,” said Renu Suesattaya, director of Suanluang district where the first bombs were reported.

Two further explosions shattered glass near a wellknown downtown skyscraper, emergency police added.

Bomb disposal experts were deployed around the Mahanakorn Tower -- owned by the King Power group that counts Leicester City football club among its assets. Most of the dead in the highly-localised insurgency in the south are civilians, but the conflict garners few international headlines.

Malay-Muslim militants are fighting for autonomy from Thailand which annexed the region over a century ago. Friday’s bombings took place just before a keynote speech by top US diplomat Pompeo, in which he praised Thailand for rejoining the “democratic fold” after five years of outright junta rule.

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unnecessary hassles.

Princess Reema bint Bandar, Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the US, on Friday morning said she was “elated” to confirm the new changes to the country’s labour and civil law.

In a series of tweets, she said the amendments were “designed to elevate the status of Saudi women within our society, including granting them the right to apply for passports and travel independently”, Arab News reported.

“These new regula-

tions are history in the making. They call for the equal engagement of women and men in our society. It is a holistic approach to gender equality that will unquestionably create real change for Saudi women.

“Women have always played an integral role in our country’s development, and they will continue to do so moving forward on equal footing with their male counterparts,” she tweeted.

A number of international media outlets reported earlier this year that the decision to remove all restrictions on women travelling was being discussed at the highest levels of government and was due to be implemented before the end of this year.

Saudi Arabia’s ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has eased restrictions in the country such as a ban on women driving as part of a big push to open up the country, the BBC reported.

Japan protests Russian PM’s visit to disputed islands

Tokyo, Aug 2 (IANS): Japan on Friday protested against Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev’s visit to the disputed Kuril Islands earlier in the day, saying it was hurtful to the sentiments of the Japanese people.

Medvedev visited Iturup (called Etorofu by the Japanese) island, the largest in the archipelago, marking Police gather at the scene of an explosion in Bangkok his first trip to the disputed Dmitry Medvedev (File) on Friday. region since 2015 and his The territorial dispute fourth overall, reports Efe remains unresolved for over Chaijinda confirmed the boiling in the south over the news.

70 years and while efforts men came the Muslim-ma- treatment of a 34-year-old Japanese Foreign Min- were on for negotiating a jority area bordering Ma- rebel suspect who was left ister Taro Kano said in a peace treaty, the Russian laysia which is in the grip in a coma hours after being statement that Medvedev’s prime minister’s visit was of a 15-year insurgency. But taken into a notorious milivisit was incompatible with unacceptable for Japan and he said it was “too early” tary interrogation centre in Tokyo’s position regarding it did not contribute towards to clearly tie them with the Pattani province. The blasts the Northern Territories. rebellion. Any connection in Bangkok Friday appeared improving bilateral ties, said Northern Territories Kano. The Foreign Minister to the insurgency will cause to be symbolic attacks aimed deep alarm in Bangkok, at embarrassing the govis the Japanese name for urged Moscow to take conwhich has failed to win ernment during a major these islands, located further structive measures to bolster peace in a conflict which has summit but not designed to north from the island of existing ties between the two cause mass casualties. Small left more than 7,000 dead.

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Occasionally the shad- devices -- some believed Four of the archipelMedvedev, during his owy rebel cells take their to be so-called “ping pong ago’s 56 islands were oc- visit to Iturup, inspected violence outside their region bombs” around the size of a cupied by Russia during the construction of a school to mark key anniversaries table tennis ball -- exploded the Second World War and and houses and visited a facor kickback against spe- at several locations across have been administered by tory for processing seafood, cific Thai actions. Outrage is the city, none close to the Moscow since the end of the according to Russian statewar in 1945. owned agency TASS. The sovereignty dispute The Russian Prime concerning these islands has Minister downplayed Tobeen the reason behind Rus- kyo’s protest, claiming that JAKARTA, AUG 2 (AGENCIES): struck at a shallow depth of about the United States Geological Survey sia and Japan not having the island was part of the A strong earthquake measuring 7.4 on 10km offshore, some 147km from (USGS) said that a 6.8-magnitude signed a peace treaty.

Russian territory. the Richter scale struck the west coast Sumur, southwest of the capital Jakar- strong earthquake struck Indonesia’s of Indonesia on Friday, triggering a ta. A tsunami warning has been issued west coast just after 8 AM ET. ST tsunami warning. for the coastal areas of Banten, West According to the US agency, the According to Indonesia’s Me- Java, Lampung and Bengkulu, the epicenter was 65 miles from the city of Of our Beloved Mother teorology and Climatology Agency agency added. People have been urged Tugu Hilir in the province of Banten, BKMG, the 7.4 magnitude quake to move to higher ground. However, on the island of Java.

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Acknowledgement

It has been a year since you left us for your heavenly abode but you are fondly remembered and cherished in our hearts.

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1st Death Anniversary

Talimeren Aier

29/04/1980 – 25/07/2019

We wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many relatives, friends, neighbours, and well-wishers who provided emotional and practical support for us at this difficult time.

A special word of thanks and our deepest gratitude to the following : 1. Dimapur Longjang Senso Telongjem.

2. Mokokchung Longjang Senso Telongjem.

3. 8th Buba Zunga, Dimapur.

4. DABA Sumedem Fellowship, Dimapur.

5. Allahabad Bank, Dimapur.

6. Eden Medical Centre, Dimapur, We take comfort from the strength you have extended to our family and in the loving memories we have of him.

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07/10/1960 to 28/07/2019 “Those who walk up rightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death”. Isiah 57:2 The family members of Lt. Imsuyapang (former branch manager Nagaland Rural Bank) express our heartfelt gratitude to all who stood by us in prayers, physical, cash and kind throughout his treatment at Eden Medical Centre and bereavement. We can only pray to our Almighty to repay your kindness.

Lest we forget, our special thanks goes to Unger Union Kohima, Unger Union Dimapur, The Oriental Colony, Longkhim Town Suro Zicheh Zedeh Mulong (LTSZZM; Longkhim, Kohima, Dimapur), Dimapur Ao Baptist Arogo (DABA), Angami Christian Revival Church Burma Camp Dimapur, ACRC Women Department Burma Camp, Nachama CRC, Nachama Krotho Dimapur, Kicha Khoya Krotho, Nagaland Rural Bank.

Loving wife, daughters, family members and relatives.

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Dearest Papa A year has passed since you left us. Yet you will forever remain alive in our hearts and memories.

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With love, wife, daughters, in-laws & grandchildren

3rd August 2018-19

Though it's been a year since you left and without your presence, yet you are always present in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. We miss you a lot but we know you are in the good care of our Almighty God. We cherish each and every memory and moments with you. We miss you dear.... But we know we will meet again till then all we can do is miss you.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Born on 16.09.1994 – Died on 26.07.2019 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have keep the faith 2nd Timothy 4:7 We the bereaved family members of Late Miss W. YIMSOLA, Mission Teacher of Christian School, Mimi Village would like to extend our profound and heartfelt gratitude to all individual, churches, organisations and Department for kind support financially, emotionally, materially and through prayer till her last breath of journey.

We convey our especially thanks to : 1. YBBA, Shamator Town 2. Nagaland Missionary Movement (NMM) 3. Kehoto Theological College (KTC) 4. Principal & staff of Christian School, Mimi 5. Pungro Town Yimchunger Baptist Church & all organization 6. Salomi Village Baptist Church & all Society 7. Mimi Village Baptist Church & all Society 8. Yimchunger Baptist Church, Borlengri, (KA) 9. 3rd NAP Baptist Church, Tuensang Town 10. Salomi Village Council, Mimi Village Council and all organization.

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1st Hip Hop festival on Aug 17

Hop artists are also God gifted talents and it can be used to glorify God, it added.

A special performance will be preseneted by the Kohima Orphanage Destitute Home. Commenting on this, Sekhose said that when they visited the orphanage, they saw many talents on children that need to be explored. Many of them had talents in singing and one of them will be rapping too, he stated.

The performance will have three beat boxers, one BMX stund group, one dance group, one DJ and eight rappers.

Table 3 is a group of 9 collective artists who aimed to promote each other and other Naga artists. To give positive outcome of Hip Hop and spread positive message through the talent, God had given them.

CJ Gurung who had been a professional DJ for 13 years mentioned that Nagaland is filled with talents and they just need to be explored and get experienced.

The tickets for Kohima will be available at Fifa cafe, COZ, Hyundai showroom, the Juice bar, Mom and I cafe and for Dimapur at Funky Buddha.

Bus services will be provided to every ticket holder. The bus picking will be at 4 p.m. at Raj Bhavan and dropping will start from the venue at 9 p.m. from Jotsoma-BOC-Razou point-to-High School.

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Indian-origin doctor Bhasha Mukherjee crowned Miss England

Ariana Grande drops ‘boyfriend’

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he first Hip Hop festival is all set to be held in Nagaland organised by Table 3 in collaboration with Task Force for Music and Arts (TaFMA) on August 17 at RCEMPA hall, Jotsoma.

This was announced in a press conference held on Friday at FIFA cafe by the Table 3.

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23-year-old Indianorigin doctor has been crowned Miss England after fending off competition from dozens of other models, the media reported on Friday.

Bhasha Mukherjee, 23, from Derby, holds two different medical degrees, has an IQ of 146, making her officially a ‘genius’ and is fluent in five languages, reports The Daily Mail.

She was due to start her new job as a junior doctor in a hospital in Boston,

in Nagaland consisting of raps, beatbox, BMX dance and special DJ performances. He also stated that the platform is to promote local artists who had not been recognised which aimed at exposing positive side of Hip Hop culture in a professional level.

They hoped that it would send positive outcome which would send a message to all those to have a negative mindset about Hip Hop performance. Hip

Lincolnshire, just hours after the Miss England final ended on Thursday evening.

“Some people might think pageant girls are airheads, but we all stand for a cause,” she said before the contest.

“My pageant career all started to happen while I was in the middle of studying at medical school - it took a lot of convincing for me to do it, but eventually I decided to do it to balance out my studying and give

me a break.”

Mukherjee was born in India. Her family relocated to the UK when she was nine.

She went onto complete two bachelor degrees: one in medical sciences and one in medicine and surgery from the University of Nottingham.

As winner of Miss England, she will be entered into the Miss World contest and will also bag a holiday to Mauritius.

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inger Ariana Grande and singer-songwriter-producer duo Social House have dropped their new song “boyfriend”.

Ariana tweeted: “#boyfriend song and video available now on all platforms #boyfriendoutnow.”

Social House, comprising Michael “Mikey” Foster and Charles “Scootie” Anderson, said: “We’ve always had so much fun working with Ariana, so we’re really excited for this song to finally be out in the world and for our fans to hear it! We hope everyone loves it as much as we do.”

Social House are set to release their debut EP “Everything Changed…” on August 9.

Together with producer Tommy Brown, they had penned and produced hits such as “Thank u, next” and “7 rings” for Ariana’s album “Thank U, Next”.

(IANS)

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Himesh reunites with ‘Tere Naam’ lyricist for new film

‘13 Reasons Why’ is renewed for a fourth and final season

inger-composer Himesh Reshammiya and lyricist Sameer Anjaan are set to reunite, to create music for an upcoming film. The duo has worked in musical hits such as “Aashiq Banaya Aapne” and “Tere Naam” in the past.

The yet-to-be-titled film stars Diljit Dosanjh and Yami Gautam.

“Sameer Anjaan has made a significant contribution to my career. My first song was written by him and then he helped me with several blockbusters.

Although there was a break in between, now we are back together working on Ramesh Taurani’s upcoming project. I’m excited to work with Sameer Anjan on more songs,” Himesh said.

Sameer recently shot for an episode of the singing reality show “Superstar Singer” on Sony, which is judged by singers Alka Yagnik and Javed Ali along with Himesh.

(IANS)

etflix has announced it will renew its hit mystery drama 13 Reasons Why for a fourth and final season.

The announcement comes ahead of the third season. All 13 episodes of season three will be released on August 23 – you can watch the trailer below.

Although no transmission date of the final season has been announced, Netflix has confirmed that production on season four is under way.

The final season will focus on the main characters’ graduation from high school.

Netflix insiders have also said that the forthcoming season three won’t feature a suicide. The news comes after Netflix heavily edited the finale of season one, in which Hannah died by suicide.

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Netflix have said that season three resumes eight months after Clay (Dylan Minnette) prevented Tyler (Devin Druid) from committing an unthinkable act.

It sees Clay and friends in the fall-out of the cover-up, before a football player goes missing. Clay is under suspicion, and a sinister outsider manipulates the group.

13 Reasons Why was initially intended to only last for one season, based

on Jay Asher’s YA novel of the same name, published in 2007. The drama’s showrunner Brian Yorkey then developed further seasons to continue the original story.

Yorkey had previously mainly worked in musicals, creating the Tony-award winning Next To Normal.

He also worked on Sting‘s 2014 Broadway musical The Last Ship.

All the main cast are said to have signed up for season four, including leading man Minnette.

(NME)

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n evening of Ao traditional (Nuknarar Ken) & Ao modern music singing competition was organized by the Mokokchung District Musicians Association (MDMA) under the aegis of Ao Senden in commemoration of Tsungremmung Festival.

The event was graced by the chairman DPDB Mokokchung, Sharingain Longkumer, MLA. The winners of the competition in various categories are Nuknarar Ken: In Ao Modern Music second by Sentiyala OzuFirst position was bagged kumla Kichu & Salonger

by Martuba & Chapang- Jamir, and third by Akum- category: First was bagged kum and third by Shimby Nokchakumla Kichu, nameyi. nungla, second by Nokcha- tong & Merenkala.

Billie Eilish says fame has made her feel “unsafe” in her home

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Eilish at 14, they think of all the good things that happened. But all I can think of is how miserable I was.

How completely distraught and confused. Thirteen to 16 was pretty rough.”

Eilish has been vocal on her mental health issues throughout her rise to fame.

She recently revealed that her therapist is “the only person I can talk to”, while also delivering a powerful message via a new AdCouncil campaign.

(NME)

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illie Eilish has admitted that she doesn’t feel safe in her own home anymore.

The singer said that she recently had to hire a security guard to sleep in her living room after her address leaked online and three fans showed up at her home.

“It was really traumatising,” Eilish told Rolling Stone in a new interview. “I completely don’t feel safe in my house anymore, which sucks. I love my house.”

She added: “I’ve loved attention my whole life but I don’t think anyone knows what fame actually is. Because if I did want to be famous it wasn’t this kind.”

In the same interview, she also opened up on her past mental health struggles and suffering self-harm during her earlier teenage years.

The ‘Bad Guy’ pop star discussed sustaining a dance injury when she was 13 years old. The singer, who is now 17, said that she believes “that’s when the depression started”.

“It sent me down a hole,” she told the publication. “I went through a whole self-harming phase — we don’t have to go into it. But the gist of it was, I felt like I deserved to be in pain.

“It’s funny. When anyone else thinks about Billie

To assess the social impact of Govt's Flagship BharatNet scheme, it is planned to survey Service ready Gram Panchayats in different districts of Nagaland. Survey Assistants (2) who can travel and help departmental officials with translation (English/Hindi to local language and vice versa) may apply (Last date-15.08.2019). Period of engagement shall be one month. Minimum wages prescribed by State Govt for skilled work force shall be paid. Food and stay charges shall be paid extra.

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India begin life after WC with T20s in Florida

innings here almost three Mahendra Singh Dhoni. years ago.

India will be expected Rohit was top-scorer to beat the West Indies in the World Cup, with a though they are most danrecord five hundreds, and gerous in the shortest forwould be keen to carry mat. that form amid the off-field The explosive Kieron drama of a speculated rift Pollard and spinner Sunil with Kohli, who has cat- Narine are back in the side egorically denied any dif- though Chris Gayle will ferences with his deputy. only be seen in the ODIs. From this tour on- Injury-prone Andre Russell wards, Rishabh Pant will too has been named in the have more responsibility on T20 squad. his shoulders with the seThe regional side will lectors backing him as the be aiming to get over the Ravindra Jadeja, Navdeep Saini, Khaleel Ahmed, Shreyas Iyer, Krunal Pandya, number one wicketkeeper disappointment of World in all formats amid little Cup with a good result Bhuvneshwar Kumar and K.L. Rahul alongside Kohli. clarity over the future of against India.

Lauderhill, Aug 2 absence of star pacer Jas- who were part of the re(PTI): Back on the road prit Bumrah who will join cently-concluded A series Rohit on verge of eclipsing Gayle’s record of sixes following their unfulfilled the side ahead of the Test in the Caribbean, come World Cup campaign, In- series beginning August into the senior team with India vice captain Rohit Sharma will be eyeing one more record when he comes out to bat in the threedia will begin their prepa- 22. All-rounder Hardik runs under their belt. rations for the T20 show- Pandya has been rested for S p i n a l l - r o u n d e r match T20I series against West Indies starting Saturpiece event next year with the entire tour.

Washington Sundar and day at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in a three-match series against It will be a crucial cou- pacers Khaleel Ahmed Florida.

Sharma, who has hit 102 sixes in 94 T20Is till now, the West Indies beginning ple of weeks for Shreyas and Deepak Chahar are here on Saturday.

Iyer and Manish Pandey, also back in the T20 squad is just four short of eclipsing the record for maximum As captain Virat Kohli who are back in the mix while speedster Navdeep sixes in the shortest format of the game, currently held pointed out before leaving after being sidelined from Saini and Deepak’s brother by swashbuckling West Indies batsman Chris Gayle.

Gayle has 105 sixes to his credit in 58 matches, for the Caribbean tour, the India’s 50-over World Cup Rahul are in line to make and is followed by New Zealand’s Martin Guptill who main objective of the T20s plans. their India debut. and the subsequent ODI Pandey last played for With Rohit Sharma has smashed 103 maximums in 76 T20I matches he series against the West In- India in November 2019 and a fit-again Shikhar has played till now.

However, the 39-year-old West Indian will not be dies is to try out the fringe and Iyer in February 2018. Dhawan set to open, the players who are on selecWith India looking to number four spot seems able to add to his sixes tally as he has been rested for tors’ mind. solidify their brittle middle- likely to be occupied by the T20Is series against India and will feature in the Kohli was expected order in ODIs, both bats- K L Rahul, who has fond subsequent ODI series.

Rohit already holds the record for being the highto be rested for the limited- men have a good opportu- memories of the Central overs leg of the tour but nity to make their case in Broward Regional Park est run scorer in T20Is. He has amassed 2331 runs so a full strength squad has the coming six games.

Stadium, having scored far at an average of 32.37 with four hundreds and 16 been picked barring the Both Pandey and Iyer, an unbeaten 110 in his last half centuries.

never had any intention of making a deal. But instead they wanted to force us to relinquish Canelo’s belt.

This is an insult to boxing and more importantly an insult to the boxing fans of the world.”

“This decision validates already existing concerns about the credibility of the IBF championship.

Canelo inherited a mandatory challenger by defeating Daniel Jacobs, the man who beat Derevyanchenko, so to strip him of his title without giving him enough time to make the best fight possible is truly what is wrong with boxing, and I plan to aggressively consider all legal actions possible.”

Canelo unified the IBF, WBA ‘super’ and WBC

Dani Alves

Sao Paulo, Aug 2 (Agencies): Former Paris St Germain rightback Dani Alves has joined Sao Paulo on a free transfer, the Brazilian top-flight club said on Friday.

Brazil captain Alves, 36, signed a deal until Dec. 2022 after leaving PSG at the end of his contract in June.

Alves is the only player to win 40 trophies across club and international football and Sao Paulo referred to the signing as the “the most victorious player in the history of football”.

The former Barcelona and Juventus right-back will play Brazilian club football for the first time since 2002, with Bahia.

“Daniel Alves is the embodiment of what this management envisions for Sao Paulo,” Sao Paulo president Carlos Augusto de Barros e Silva said.

“He is also a socially engaged citizen and passionate about our country.

Sao Paulo, therefore, wins on every possible front.

One day I told Daniel that he would come to play at Sao Paulo. Today, I have the immense joy and pride to have kept that promise.”

One-day joint PUBLIC INFORMATION/NOTICE AND BUYERS BEWARE sports meet held This is an information from PURÜSHEN CLAN to whom it

Dimapur, Aug 2 (NPN): A one day joint sports meet was held between Purana Bazar ‘B’ Ao Baptist Church Youth Ministry and Sumi Baptist Church Purana Bazar ‘B’ under the theme “ Whatever we do, do it for the Lord” on July 30 at Purana Bazar ‘B’ village ground. A short service was conducted before the sporting event. Khekiho, APY of Sumi Baptist Church Purana Bazar ’B’ offered the invocation prayer, Imnatsüdong Lemtor delivered welcome address and short speech was given by Atoshe, pastor, Toluvi Baptist Church. Altogether around 120 youths participated in the joint sports meet.

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may concern that the information has been received that, Shri.

Tsonbu Tep, S/o Shri. Riga Tep of Terogvunyu Village is selling the land and resources of Purüshen Clan without knowledge and consent of the concerned clans. Hence, be it warned those individual or group dealing with the properties both moveable and immovable property (ies) of the said clan shall be doing at their own risk, as the activities of Shri. Tsonbu Tep is not acceptable by the clan members.

Furthermore, no individual of Purüshen clan has the right to sell or deal the property of clan without the consent and knowledge of the clan of Purüshen. If any individual find doing so, he or she will be at his own risk and the clan of Purüshen will not be liable for the said case.

Purüshen Clan Terogvunyu Village P.O/P.S Tseminyu Kohima, Nagaland K-2089

D i m a p u r , Au g 2 (NPN): The Wokha District Badminton Association (WDBA) will be organising an open district badminton championship cum selection of players for the upcoming 43rd inter district open and state championship at Indoor Badminton Stadium, Wokha under the theme, “Revive Badminton for Greater Heights.”

The tournament will be played under the categories of veterans (35+ and above, double only), senior man/woman (singles/ doubles), juniors boys/ girls (singles/doubles), under 17 boys/girls (singles/ doubles), under 15 boys/ girls (singles/doubles), under 13-boys/girls (singles/ doubles), under 11-boys/ girls (singles/doubles), and under 9-boys/girls (singles/ doubles).

The last date of submission of registration form is August 14. Forms are available at the stadium and Hotel Hornbill and Restaurant. The fixture will be drawn on August 15 at 4:00 pm at Hotel Hornbill and Restaurant.

For more information and registration, contact 7085615579 or 8575205891.

Kylian Mbappe urges Neymar to stay at PSG

Neymar and Kylian Mbappe

Paris, Aug 2 (Agencies): Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe has told Neymar to remain at the club and win titles with him at Parc des Princes.

The Brazil international superstar has seen his future debated throughout the summer after falling out with the club over his return to pre-season training, with Barcelona and Real Madrid among the clubs linked with a move for him.

Neymar rejoined PSG’s squad for training on Thursday ahead of the Trophee des Champions clash with Rennes on Saturday, and though he will not be available to participate in that encounter due to suspension, team-mate Mbappe has urged the world’s most expensive player to remain in France.

“I want him to stay and I’ve told him what I think

of the situation, it’s clear for me,” Mbappe told the media ahead of Saturday’s match in Shenzhen, China. “He’s an important player here and I want him to stay.”

Meanwhile, Mbappe talked up the 28-year-old’s impact in training.

“Ney was like he always is, full of qualities and he showed that,” the France star said.

Those words were echoed by head coach Thomas Tuchel.

“When Neymar trained, he was excellent, in form. He had plenty of quality, like always,” he said.

“Everything was great yesterday. Neymar is in good spirits. It’s unfortunate that he’s suspended because it would have been good to have him with us. He and Verratti changed the atmosphere. They were smiling, it’s good.”

Naomi Osaka opens up on ‘rough’ 2019

Tokyo, Aug 2 (Agencies): Two-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka has revealed that she hasn’t “had fun” playing tennis since her victory at the Australian Open in January.

The 21-year-old appeared set to dominate women’s tennis after following up her maiden major triumph at last year’s US Open with victory in Melbourne, but has struggled since.

A surprise split from coach Sascha Bajin followed the Australian Open, and Osaka has failed to reach a final at any tournament since, with a thirdround exit at the French Open and opening-round defeat at Wimbledon punctuating the Japanese star’s struggles.

Osaka said in an “update” posted on her Twitter account: “The last few months for me have been

Naomi Osaka

really rough tennis wise, but thankfully I’m surrounded by people I love and who love me back (hopefully hahaha). In that regard I’m very thankful for them because whenever things go wrong I blame myself 100%.

“I have a tendency to shut down because I don’t want to burden anyone with my thoughts or problems but they taught me to trust

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GOVERNMENT OF NAGALAND OFFICE OF THE ADDITIONAL DEPUTY COMMISSIONER PUGHOBOTO, NAGALAND No. JUDL/SC-4/Pt.lll/2018-19/526 Dt. Pughoboto the 22nd July 2019 PUBLIC NOTICE Whereas Smti Naghili wife of Late Hoqheje Sheqi of Mishilimi Village under Pughoboto Sub-Division has applied for issue of succession certificate under the Indian succession Act of 1925, in order to claim Family Pension.

Bank Account etc. of her husband who has been serving as sweeper in Govt.

High School Pughoboto and expired on 22/10/2018.

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

(Phuleshe K Yepthomi) Additional Deputy Commissioner Pughoboto : Nagaland K-2086

FELICITATION

With immense pleasure the Orangkong Citizen Union, Orangkong Village Council, Orangkong Graduates Forum and Orangkong Students Union, collectively felicitate DR. K. TIAMENLA PHOM (daughter of Mr. H. Katlong & Mrs. Majemshila Phom) on the occasion of her promotion to the rank of Additional Superintendent of Police.

And wish bright future in all her endeavors.

(NAMSING SHAHJEI) President Orangkong Citizen Union

them and not take everything on by myself. Unexpectedly, though, the worst months of my life have also had some of the best moments cause I’ve met new people and been able to do things that I’ve never even considered doing before.”

“That being said I can honestly reflect and say I probably haven’t had fun playing tennis since Australia and I’m finally coming

to terms with that while relearning that fun feeling.”

Osaka hasn’t played since her first-round loss to Yulia Putsineva at the All England Club, but is set to return to action at next week’s Rogers Cup in Toronto.

Despite her poor run of form, Osaka remains the No 2 ranked player, and will still be considered a major contender when she begins the defence of her US Open title later this month.

“I’ve put so much weight on the results of my matches instead of learning from them, which is what I “normally” do,” Osaka added.

“Having this time to reflect and think (from losing in the first round lololol), I’ve learned a lot about myself and I feel like I grew so much as a person in the past year(s) so I’m really excited what the future looks like on and off the court.”

(S. NAMNYEI PHOM) Chairman Orangkong Village Council

We, the Asangma Senso Mungdang (Asangma Citizen Union) takes immense pleasure in congratulating Mr. I. Chubatangit Jamir who have been conferred The Dr. Ambedkar National prestigious Award at Rajendra Bhawan, New Delhi on 11th July 2019, for his remarkable Contribution to social understanding of weaker sections and other Literary activities. We, the Asangma Citizen Union (Asangma Senso Mungdang) is immensely proud of his achievement and wishes him success in all his future endeavours.

A. Tsükjem Longkumer President, A.S.M

Pakumzükba General Secretary, A.S.M

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L a s V e g a s, Au g 2 ( Ag e n c i e s ) : S a u l ‘Canelo’ Alvarez has been stripped of the IBF middleweight championship for failing to agree a mandatory defence against Sergiy Derevyanchenko.

The Mexican superstar’s promoter Oscar De La Hoya said in a statement to US media, “We are extremely disappointed at the IBF for forcing the world’s best fighter to relinquish his world title.

“We have been in serious negotiations with Sergiy Derevyanchenko’s promoter. We offered his team an unprecedented amount of money for a fighter of his limited stature and limited popularity, but the truth is that I’m now certain they

middleweight titles in his most recent fight, a unanimous decision victory over Jacobs.

He has since been named the WBC’s ‘franchise’ champion with Jermall Charlo, previously the interim title holder, being elevated to the status of full champion. Canelo has now lost the IBF belt, too.

Derevyanchenko, as the No 1 contender in the IBF rankings, could now contest the vacant belt with the next-highest contender, Gennady Golovkin.

Last year Golovkin was stripped of the IBF title, also for failing to agree a fight against mandatory challenger Derevyanchenko.

Canelo and Golovkin have shared two classic battles for the middleweight titles - the first ended in a draw, and Canelo won the rematch.

With a trilogy yet to be agreed, Canelo’s next opponent is now in doubt. He skipped his usual fight date on September 14, around Mexican Independence Day, as negotiations continued.

Fights against supermiddleweight world champion Callum Smith or lightheavyweight world champion Sergey Kovalev had previously been mooted.

Demetrius Andrade, the WBO middleweight champion and unbeaten in 28, challenged Canelo to unify their gold a month ago.

He said, “Canelo man, let’s go. Let’s unify this division, one champion. No more running, no more games, let’s do it. Let’s put it all on the line and see who is the best.”

Alves joins Sao Paulo on free transfer

WDBA to conduct badminton championship

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Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez has been stripped of his IBF world title in a decision described as an ‘insult to boxing’.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2019

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We the Koro Village Council, Bhandari SubDivision, Dist. Wokha, Nagaland would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Miss ZUCHANO TSANGLAO daughter of Mr. Lichio Tsanglao and Mrs. Chumbeni for securing top 10th rank in Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) examination' 2019 from St. Joseph's (Autonomous) College Jakhama.

Miss. ZUCHANO TSANGLAO is the first lady from Koro Village for securing such rank and bringing laurels to the village.

We wish her success in her further studies and future endeavours.

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(THUNGCHAMO OVUNG) Chairman Koro Village Council

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

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 I. Longkoktoshi Imchen Deceased, has been filed by Shri Akumdong L. Imchen, relation son, R/o H/No-245, Padumpukhuri Village, Dimapur to draw his/her Family Pension, Bank Acct, Landed Property etc, who expired on 24-06-2019.

Family Pension, bank Account, Landed Property covered by Patta No 985, Dag No - 1406, Mouza No. - 3, Block - Padumpukhuri.

In the Court of Smti Sharon Longchari Additional Deputy Commissioner Dimapur District, Nagaland Whereas application under Succession Act 1925 for grant of Succession Certificate for the estate of Late Ambika Charan Prasad Deceased, has been filed by Smti Rina Devi, relation wife, R/o H/No-43 Kuda "B" Khel Dimapur to draw his/her Family Pension, Bank Acct, Landed Property etc, who expired on 05-04-2019.

(1) PLI No - NE-EA-60212 P (2) PLI No - NE-51603-1 (3) LIC No - 443769444 (4) LPG No - X19253947 SV No - 1/537889352 (5) Family Pension (6) Bank Account.

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 9/8/19.

Given under the hand and seal of the court that 8 day of 7/19.

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 1st September 2019.

Given under the hand and seal of the court that 31 day of July 2019.

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Ashes: Eng consolidate their position on Day 2

Birmingham, Aug 2 (IANS): England maintained their supremacy over Australia on the second Day of the first Ashes Test as they added 99 runs in the second session, losing just the wicket of Joe Root (57) to be placed at 170/2 at tea. The hosts now trail by 114 runs in the first innings against the visitors with nine wickets in hand.

Australia could only manage to get the wicket of Root, thanks to Peter Siddle who helped his side get the only breakthrough in the afternoon session.

Before Siddle packed back Root, the English duo of Root and Rory Burns had added 132 runs for the second wicket.

Root's fall saw Joe Denly joining opener Burns (82 batting off 176 balls) and the duo ensured that the visiting bowlers could make no further inroads.

Earlier, it was a solid show from the English batsmen in overcast conditions.

Starting the day on 10/0, the Englishmen went into lunch at 71/1 with skipper Root (11) and Burns (41) at the crease.

Before that, James Pattinson removed Jason Roy (10) in the eighth over, caught by Steve Smith in the slip cordon, but that

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England's Rory Burns (left) and Joe Root take a run as Australia’s James Pattinson looks on during the second day of the first Ashes Test match. (AP/PTI)

was the end of the joy for the Australians as both Root and Burns ensured that they didn't play any false shot. They followed the golden rule of giving the first session to the bowlers as both of them looked to produce a tight defensive game.

For Australia, it was all about bowling their hearts out as they managed to score just 284 in

their first innings, thanks to a brilliant hundred from Smith. The former Australia skipper's 144 ensured that the Aussies weren't bowled out under 200 in the first innings of the first Test of the high-voltage Ashes series.

Poor umpiring was once again on display on Friday as Joel Wilson gave Root out caught behind off Pattinson, only for the

DRS to come to the English skipper's rescue.

England still trail by 213 runs and the Aussies know that they must pick quick wickets to unsettle the English batting if they are to make a match out of this Test.

Brief scores: England 170/2 at tea (Rory Burns 82*, Peter Siddle 1/31) vs Australia 284 (Steven Smith 144, Broad 5/86).

England bowler Mark Wood has been ruled out of the Ashes by a side strain and knee injury. Having tweaked his side, the Durham quick continued to bowl at more than 90mph as England beat New Zealand in the World Cup final last month, exacerbating the issue.

It is also understood that Wood will have excess cartilage cleared from his right knee. Wood’s absence for the Ashes will add to England’s concern over the condition of James Anderson, who bowled just four overs on the day one of the first Test on Thursday before being forced off the field with a calf strain.

With doubts remaining over the fitness of Jofra Archer, who also played through the World Cup final with a side strain, the wealth of options England appeared to have going into the series has been severely depleted. Wood’s problems are the latest in a series of injuries that have blighted his international career, particularly in Tests where he has been limited to just 13 appearances since making his debut in 2015.

Fellow England bowler Adil Rashid is also struggling with the shoulder injury he managed throughout the World Cup.

Nagaland Post, Dimapur SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2019

Neeraj, Govind reach Umakhanov Intl Boxing final

New Delhi, Aug 2 (PTI): Reigning India Open gold medallist Neeraj stunned 2016 World Champion Alessia Mesiano to enter the final of the Magomed Salam Umakhanov Memorial International Boxing Tournament in Kaspiysk, Russia on Friday.

Neeraj, a bronze medallist at the Strandja Memorial, eked out a narrow 3-2 win over Mesiano in the 57kg category to assure himself at least a silver medal.

It was a neck-and-neck fight between the two boxers but a series of clear punches from the Indian in the final round sealed the tie in his favour.

E a r l i e r, C o m m o n wealth Games gold medallist Gaurav Solanki and 2019 India Open silver medallist Govind Sahani assured two more medals for India by entering the semi-finals on Thursday.

Gaurav, a bronze medallist at this year’s India Open, defeated Russia’s Maksim Chernyshev 3-2 in a split verdict to enter the last-four round of 56kg category.

Gaurav initially played patiently against his Russian opponent before increasing the tempo with a flurry of punches to secure the win.

Govind Sahani with his team after entering the semifinals at Umakhanov International Boxing. (PTI)

Govind, a silver medallist at the GeeBee Boxing earlier this year, out boxed Tajikistan’s Shermukhammad Rustamov in the 49kg category to earn the first RSC win of the tournament.

Govind dominated the proceedings from the word go and showed great display of his attacking prowess.

He continued the onslaught throughout the match, forcing the referee to stop the contest in the third round.

However, it was curtains for Ashish Insha in the quarterfinals of the 52kg di-

vision, losing 1-4 to Russia’s Islamitdin Alisoltanov.

The match was in the balance till the last round before Ashish conceded a few clear punches in the dying minutes of the tie to suffer the defeat.

The 2018 India Open gold medallist Sanjeet had to forego his bout against Russian counterpart Daniel Lutai after suffering a cut on his forehead in the first round of the match.

India are assured of six medals as four women and two men have reached the semi-finals here.

Pepe joins Arsenal on record signing Tsitsipas through to Washington Open quarters

Arsenal signed Nicolas Pepe from Lille making him the most expensive acquisition in the club’s history.

Lo n d o n, Au g 2 (IANS): Ivorian winger Nicolas Pepe joined Arsenal from France’s Lille in a deal that makes him the most expensive acquisition in the club’s history, the

Gunners have announced. “ T h e 2 4 - ye a r - o l d Ivory Coast international completed the paperwork on his move on Thursday.

He will wear the No. 19 shirt,” the team said on

its website on Thursday, reports Efe news.

Pepe “has become our record signing” the Premier League club said, but without revealing any figures or the duration of the new player’s contract.

Media outlets estimate that Arsenal would have had to pay Lille around 80 million euros ($88.5 million) to sign Pepe to a five-year deal with the English club.

The Ivorian scored 37 goals and assisted on another 18 in 80 matches for Lille during his two-year spell at the French club.

The winger also made three appearances in the recent 2019 Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Egypt, where Ivory Coast reached the quarterfinals before being eliminated on penalties by the eventual champion, Algeria.

In total, Pepe has been capped 11 times with the Ivorian national team, making his international debut in a 0-0 friendly draw against France on November 15, 2016.

Washington, Aug 2 (Agencies): World number six Stefanos Tsitsipas struggled late but advanced to the ATP Washington Open quarter-finals on Thursday by defeating Australia’s Jordan Thompson 6-3, 7-6 (7/4).

The 20-year-old Greek top seed took the only break of the match to claim the first set and after some tense moments won the tie-breaker when Thompson netted a forehand after 99 minutes at the US Open hardcourt tune-up event.

“It was kind of tricky at the end,” Tsitsipas said.

“I kept doing silly mistakes in the tie-breaker. I was not happy about it. I made a lot of unforced errors. I played great to get break points, then I started thinking about it. I didn’t identify the right occasion to come to the net.

Just a little lost.”

“I believe I can handle those situations more mature in my next matches.”

In the quarter-finals, Tsitsipas will meet French 10th seed Benoit Paire, who ousted US fifth seed John

Sonam grabs gold at Cadet World C’ship

Indian wrestler Sonam Malik after winning gold medal at Cadet World Championship, in Sofia, Bulgaria on Thursday. (PTI)

New Delhi, Aug 2 (PTI): India’s Sonam Malik dished out a dominating performance and conceded just three points on her way to a second successive gold medal at the World Cadet Championship while Komal assured herself at least a silver in Sofia, Bulgaria.

Hailing from a small

village Madina in Haryana’s Sonepat, Sonam trounced China’s Binbin Xiang 7-1 in 65kg final, adding to the gold she won last year.

Sonam, coached by Ajmer Malik at Gohana, began with a 9-1 win over Tunisia’s Khadija Jlassi and followed it up with

wins over Lillian Alene Freitas (7-1) and Ekaterina Glukhareva (4-0) en route the final.

In the 40kg final, Komal will fight it with American Sterling Blayke.

Hanny Kumari is in contention for a bronze in 46kg and she is up against Mexico’s Adriana Berenis

Hernandez Sanchez while Bhagyashree Fand will clash with Sweden’s Eva Olivia Linnea Forsberg in 61kg bronze medal bout.

Madhuri Patel, though, lost her bronze medal clash 0-8 to Aida Kerymova from Ukraine.

In men’s free style, gold eluded the Indian team but as many as four bronze medals were grabbed by the young grapplers.

Udit defeated Azerbaijan’s Javid Javadon 11-2 in the 48kg bronze bout while Aman got the better of Turkey’s Muhammet Karavus in 10-6 in 55kg.

Manish Goswamy bagged bronze in 65kg with a 5-2 win over Azerbaijan’s Kudratbek Nurullaev while Anirudh Kumar defeated Salar Saeid Habibiehsani 8-1 in 110kg.

Sunil lost his bronze medal clash in 51kg while Monu Dahiya suffered same-stage defeat in 92kg.

Others could not reach medal round.

In the Greco Roman style, Rupin (48kg semi) and Pravin Pandurang Patil (55kg) have reached the semifinals.

Stefanos Tsitsipas lunges for a forehand against Jordan Thompson.

Isner 7-6 (7/3), 6-3.

“He’s a very dangerous player,” said Tsitsipas of Paire.

“He has a big backhand. His serve can be dangerous. I’ll have to be careful.

He’s very unpredictable.”

Tsitsipas, who beat Roger Federer in January on his way to the Australian Open semi-finals, seeks his fourth career ATP title after crowns last October in Stockholm, last February

at Marseille and in May at Estoril.

Tsitsipas reached the 2018 Washington semifinals and a week later became the youngest player to ever beat four top-10 ATP players in the same week before losing to Rafael Nadal in the Canada Masters final.

Croatian sixth seed Marin Cilic, the 2014 US Open champion, beat Canadian ninth seed Felix Auger-

Rankireddy-Shetty enter Indonesia Open semis

Klopp spending claims bothers Pep

B a n g ko k , Au g 2 (PTI): India’s Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty qualified for the men’s doubles semifinals but B Sai Praneeth crashed out of the men’s singles event at the Thailand Open here on Friday.

While Rankireddy and Shetty registered a hardfought win over qualifiers Choi Solgyu and Seo Seung Jae of Korea, Sai Praneeth suffered a straight game defeat against seventh seed Kenta Tsuneyama of Japan.

After posing some challenge in the first game, Sai Praneeth, who reached the semifinals of last week’s Japan Open, surrendered 18-21 12-21 in the men’s singles quarterfinals.

With Sai Praneeth’s exit, Indian challenge has ended in the men’s singles event. However, the unseeded Indian combination of Rankireddy and Shetty fought valiantly for exactly an hour to get past the Korean rivals 21-17 17-21 21-19 in a quarterfinal duel.

Lo n d o n, Au g 2 (Agencies): Pep Guardiola admits he has been “ b o t h e r e d ” b y Ju r ge n Klopp’s claims that Manchester City live in a fantasy land of spending.

Last week, Klopp said Liverpool have less money to spend this summer because they “have bills to pay” and do not live in this “fantasia land where you get whatever you want”, like City.

Guardiola has rejected Klopp’s assertions, speaking ahead of Sunday’s Community Shield meeting between the two title rivals, and insists City have no financial advantage over Liverpool in the transfer market.

“Yeah it bothers me because it is not true that we have spent £200m every transfer market,” Guardiola said ahead of Sunday’s match at Wembley.

“Also it’s Liverpool - ‘you’ll never walk alone’ - it’s not a small team. Of course I don’t like it because it’s not true. Last season we spent [net] £17m on just one player,” said the Manchester City boss.

“Two seasons ago

Aliassime 6-3, 6-4.

World number 17 Cilic booked a last-eight date with Russia’s 10th-ranked Daniil Medvedev, who eliminated hometown hero Frances Tiafoe 6-2, 7-5.

“He’s in great shape.

His game is strong. We all know what he’s capable of when he’s in good shape,” Medvedev said of Cilic.

Two lucky losers reached the last eight, including Slovakia’s Norbert

Gombos, a last-second replacement for South African fourth seed Kevin Anderson, who withdrew with right knee pain.

The world number 137 will next face Aussie Nick Kyrgios, who fired 15 aces in eliminating Japan’s Yoshihito Nishioka 6-2, 7-5.

German 122nd-ranked lucky loser Peter Gojowczyk shocked Canada’s Milos Raonic, the 2014 Washington champion, 6-4, 6-4 to reach the quarter-finals.

Gojowczyk, who had lost 12 of 14 prior matches entering the week, replaced Aussie Bernard Tomic, who withdrew with a finger injury. The German has made the most of his opportunity by dispatching Russian Andrey Rublev, Aussie 12th seed Alex De Minaur and 20th-ranked Raonic.

Next up for Gojowczyk is British 13th seed Kyle Edmund, who ousted France’s 70th-ranked Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 4-6, 6-3, 6-4.

Tsonga, who fired 18 aces, received a wildcard into next week’s event at Montreal.

Pep Guardiola

when I spent a lot, it’s because I took over the team with 10 or 11 players over the age of 30 - you have to [replace them]. But we can’t spend £200m every season. For example, Liverpool spent over £200m last season, and they can’t do it this season. For us it is the same.”

“We bought one player this season and then Angelino with a buy-back clause.

Today the clubs cannot spend every season a lot of money. What happens at Real Madrid and Barcelona I do not know because I am not there,” added Guardiola.

Bayern Munich have publicly pursued Leroy Sane throughout the summer after losing Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben on the flanks at the end of last season.

On Thursday, they were forced to deny that a deal had been struck between the two clubs in an official statement and Guardiola has backed that up, saying there has been no change in the situation.

“We want Sane to stay here, that’s why we offered a contract. We were quite close a few months ago, but now it is a little bit different,” he added.

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