December 21, 2018 by Nagaland Post

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Cracks in NDA as more depart NEW DELHI, DEC 20 (AGENCIES): For the BJP, its massive victory in 2014 followed by victories in assembly elections where it took over several Congressruled states stopped in 2017 when Congress bounced back in Punjab and by 2018 the BJP has been on the backfoot. The massive blow to the BJP inflicted by a resurgent Congress in its core Hindi heartland states of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan has had a very serious impact with its allies. After the losses, the BJP goes to 2019 facing a near revolt from its own allies and a strong undercurrent of resentment against party chief Amit Shah and prime minister Narendra Modi. Days after quitting the NDA, Rashtriya Lok Samta Party (RLSP) chief and former union minister Upendra Kushwaha joined the UPA on Thursday in the presence of leaders of the grand alliance in Bihar who said they would together throw the BJP out of power in 2019. The announcement of Kushwaha joining the ‘mahagathbandhan’ of opposition parties in Bihar came at a press conference at the par-

NEW DELHI, DEC 20 (PTI): A union of public sector bank officers has called for a strike on Friday, demanding immediate wage revision and protesting merger of the stateowned banks. The strike call given by the All India Bank Officers’ Confederation (AIBOC) expected to hit banking operations across the country. However, private sector banks would continue their usual business as they are not part of the strike. Most of the banks have already informed their customers about the strike and its impact on their normal banking operation. The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), an umbrella body of the top nine bank unions, has also decided to observe a strike on December 26. Taking into account these two days of unions’ strike and other holidays, banks would be closed for most of the extended Christmas weekend. So, most bank branches will be open only for a day between this Friday and next Wednesday. Till December 26, there are three holidays -- fourth Saturday on December 22, then Sunday and then Christmas on Tuesday. DIMAPUR, DEC 20 (NPN): Public Action Committee (PAC) of Naga Council Dimapur (NCD), which discussed the prevailing situation in its recent meeting, has set January 20, DIMAPUR, DEC 20 2019 deadline for authorities (NPN): Expressing its concerned to nab the culprits shock and dismay at the and award punishments, failbrutal murder of Kevisolie ing which it threatened to Zakiesato, Public Action determine its future course Committee (PAC), Naga of action, as deemed fit. Council Dimapur (NCD) PAC through its media has appealed to Dimapur cell also vehemently concommissioner of police to demned Sangtamtilla arson investigate the matter, bring by GPRN/NSCN cadres the perpetrators to book allegedly led by GPRN/ and ensure strict punishNSCN kilonser Hokato ment to them to deter recurVusshe, who “deliberately rence of such criminal acts violated PAC bandh called in the future. to convey the message that Assuring its cooperathe public do not want illetion to hasten the probe, gal activities and highhandPAC urged the Dimapur edness of Naga NPGs.” police commissioner to PAC regretted that the leave no stone unturned in cadres, who claim to be nabbing the culprits. The “Naga nationalists”, incommittee expressed confistead of performing their asdence on his ability to nab signed duties were involved the killers. in “land grabbing issues for According to Pubself interests” and physically lic Action Committee NCD convener Vekhosayi Nyekha, the heinous crime committed on a public figure inside his residence had created a fear psychosis among residents of the town. He said public safety was questionable when even a tall figure of Dimapur like him could be brutally murdered by criminals.

Kushwaha (3rd R), with other Mahagathbandhan leaders address the media at AICC Hqs. (PTI)

ty headquarters here in the presence of senior Congress leader Ahmed Patel, AICC state in-charge Shaktisinh Gohil, Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav, opposition leader Sharad Yadav and Jitan Ram Manjhi who heads the Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular). Welcoming Kushwaha into the grand alliance, the leaders said they will “together throw the BJP out of power” and will work towards mitigating the plight of the people of Bihar and the country. Allies of the BJP have decided to go their own such as TDP, Shiv Sena, RLSP and now even union minister Ram Vilas Paswan and his Lok Janshakti Party(LJP) are unhappy and ready to jump the boat.

As the Rashtriya Lok Samta Party (RLSP) moved on for life outside the NDA, the senior BJP leadership worked hard to pacify another sulking regional ally from Bihar-- Ram Vilas Paswanled LJP. Following signs of unease from the LJP, sources say Chief Minister and JD-U leader Nitish Kumar will be meeting BJP chief Shah in the capital Friday. The development follows the recent exit by the RLSP from the NDA fold over differences in the seat sharing formula in the state. Meanwhile Shiv Sena, a key ally continues to hit at BJP. On Thursday Shiv Sena slammed BJP over the Ayodhya issue, saying the construction of Ram temple at the disputed site

had become another ‘jumla’ (rhetoric) for the party and it would lead to their ouster from power. While Sharad Yadav said the country is going through tough times and all parties are coming together to fight, Jitan Ram Manjhi said the coalition will help correct the mistakes of the NDA government. Kushwaha’s joining the UPA is likely to give a boost to the formation of a grand alliance in Bihar to counter the NDA combine of Bharatiya Janata Party-Janata Dal(U)-Lok Janshakti Party. The Congress, RJD, HAM (S) are already part of the UPA in Bihar and are seeking to give a fight to the NDA in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.

No more new talks with NE militants, warns RN Ravi GUWAHATI, DEC 20 (AGENCIES): In a significant development, Deputy National Security Advisor, R.N. Ravi had stated that the government of India would not compromise with militants in the name of conditional or unconditional talks, and categorically ruled out more new talks with militant outfits of North Eastern states. According to a report in the Times of Assam, Ravi ruled any talks with those outfits saying they have no option but either to keep fighting or surrender. Ravi said this while addressing the General Lachit Barphukan Memorial Lecture, an intense lecture concerning critical aspects of conflict resolution, development and security aspects of North East India held in Pune as chief guest. Ravi stated that the current government was clear in its policy – there will be no more talks with any more militant outfit and that the message was clear to those groups wither to fight or surrender. Straying into political arenas, Ravi criticized the previous

R.N. Ravi (File)

governments for not taking right steps for resolving the insurgency issue. He pointed out that in Assam alone more than 20,000 surrendered members of militant outfits were being supported by the government in last two decades. He said the government bore a staggering cost of close to Rs. 3000 crores since the surrendered militants had been part of groups engaging in lateral talks. Talking about the Naga framework agreement signed between Government of India and NSCN (I-M), Ravi stated that the framework was within the constitution of India and the final settlement would be done considering all groups and neighboring states, not just the Naga group alone.

Talking about the recent NRC updating process, which had created much hue and cry in the region, – Ravi appealed to everyone to support the process with sensitivity so that the real migrants can be identified and deported as illegal migration has been a long-term issue of the region. He pointed out that while migration of economic reasons is a threat and would not be tolerated, the migration of minorities from countries such as Bangladesh due to religious suppression may not be looked upon with the same approach. While he did not provide an opinion yet on the subject as this was a sensitive and controversial issue, Ravi criticized the ULFA severely for their dual stand on the migration issue. He said that while ULFA was formed out of the movement to deport illegal Bangladeshis, the ULFA leadership had changed their stand when they took shelter in Bangladesh in 1991 by publishing a white paper which welcomes the Bengali migrants as workers to improve agriculture and infrastructure of the state.

PAC sets deadlines for govt, NPGs Entrepreneurship to bring about changes: Rio

Arrest Zakiesato’s killers, PAC NCD urges CP Dimapur

assaulting women and children of the village. PAC said true Nagas have the highest love, care and respect for women and children. PAC has, therefore, requested the police to arrest the perpetrators and punish them as per law of the land. PAC also demanded that GPRN/NSCN authority take disciplinary action and declare the same publicly. At the meeting, PAC also discussed the shooting case at two-wheeler showroom – Riven Honda on November 20, 2018 and noted that the investigation agency has not been able to arrest the perpetrators till date. Therefore, PAC has served a deadline on the police to arrest the culprits before January 20, 2019 and award punishment. Further, in connection with the Diphupar police station case registered on August 8, 2018 where the NSCN (I-M) unified command Zone I and NSCN

(U) were involved in “preplanned forceful snatching” of Rs.6 lakh and subsequent ransom of Rs. 6 lakh on Wilson Kenye and group. PAC condemned the “act of mafiadom by NPGs” and demanded that cadres of both the groups and criminals involved repay the total sum of Rs.12 lakh through PAC on or before January 20, 2019. PAC said failure to repay would compel the public to declare non-cooperation on those groups. USLP officials visit: United Sangtam Likhum Pumji (USLP) officials led by its president visited the families affected by arson at Sangtamtilla village on December 20, 2018. In a press release, USLP president, Seopi Sangtam, and press & info secretary Kyupise Sangtam, said houses were torched to ashes and properties damage by “so called kilonser GPRN/NSCN-U Hukato on 10th of Decem(Cont’d on p-7) ber.”

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DIMAPUR, DEC 20 (NPN): Outlining Nagaland’s evolution from a turbulent past to the ongoing “democratic negotiations” that has replaced gunfire, the chief minister Neiphiu Rio affirmed that the focus of the current government was to improve infrastructure to facilitate and bolster entrepreneurship in the state. The chief minister said this in his keynote address at the First Northeast Summit 2018 for “developing Northeast through the power of entrepreneurship” held at Niathu Resort here on Thursday. The two-day summit is being organised by Investment and Development Authority of Nagaland (IDAN), government of Nagaland, United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), and co-hosted by International Chamber for Service Industry. The knowledge

Neiphiu Rio along with the resource persons release the ‘Theme Paper’. (NP)

partner is Frost and Sullivan and local partner is YouthNet. Acknowledging various factors that have held back northeast region from developing and fully realising its full potential, Rio, however, listed a slew of developmental activities undertaken by the state government to show that the situation has changed dramatically today. “Four lane highways are coming up all over the region indicative of the improving connectivity of the region. In Nagaland,

the work of four lane of Dimapur-Kohima road is underway under a new nomenclature, the Asian Highway-1. Bottlenecks on the Dimapur-Zubza railway line have been resolved. I am hopeful the airport at Chiethu in Kohima will be approved soon.” Calling for ushering in revolutionary changes brought about by “the magic of entrepreneurship,” the CM said the government was committed to change, reform and restructure. “We are in the process of drawing

up a new industrial policy that will help promote micro and small enterprises with a special focus on start ups that will include the agriculture sector,” Rio added. Also, taking note of the constraints to investment in the state, Rio said, “We are devising means for a new land record and land use policy. We intend to revise our power policy to facilitate investment in the hydro power sector and we have set up the IDAN to help set all these into motion.” (Cont’d on p-7)

Naseeruddin Shah’s comment sparks controversy Former CM Zeliang bereaved

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“We appointed you as syndicate cement dealer; not pilferer and adulterator.” K Y M C

Naseeruddin Shah

‘Poison has already spread and it will be now difficult to contain it’ MUMBAI, DEC 20 (PTI/ AGENCIES): In an apparent reference to the recent mob violence, actor Naseeruddin Shah said at many places the death of a cow is being given more importance than the killing of a policeman. Shah also expressed anxiety over the well-being of his children, who he said

have not been brought up as followers of any particular religion. Shah made the comments in a video interview with Karwan-e-Mohabbat India and the organisation shared it on its YouTube channel on Monday. The actor said the “poison has already spread” and it will be now difficult to contain it. “It will be very difficult to capture this djinn back into the bottle again. There is complete impunity for those who take law into their own hands. In many areas we are witnessing that the death of a cow is more significance than that of a police officer,” he added. Shah, who is married to actor Ratna Pathak Shah, said they chose not to give any religious education to their children -- Imaad and Vivaan -- as he believes “being good or evil has nothing to do with religion”. His fear for his children’s safety is reminiscent

of Aamir Khan’s comments on intolerance in 2015 that had sparked a major controversy. “I feel anxious for my children because tomorrow if a mob surrounds them and asks, ‘Are you a Hindu or a Muslim?’ they will have no answer. It worries me that I don’t see the situation improving anytime soon,” he said.

Sinha, also did not take Shah’s comments too kindly and said that his statement showed his ‘low thinking.” In his tweet, Sinha said, “Nasiruddin Shah should first ask Rohingyas to leave Hindustan as according to him India is unsafe for him and his family!...He also accused Shah of being a part of a conspiracy to “defame BJP spokesperson BJP leaders attack India.” Sambit Patra also told Times After veteran Bolly- Now that he believed that wood actor expressed anger Shah’s comments were simover the recent incidents of ply a “PR stunt.” lynching in the country in the name of cow vigilantism, Cong, NCP slam BJP Latching onto actor leaders of the BJP accused Shah of “fear-mongering” Naseeruddin Shah’s “cow’s death given more signifiand “hypocrisy.” Reacting sharply to cance than a cop’s” remark, Shah’s criticism of the ‘in- the NCP and the Congress tolerant’ atmosphere in the Thursday attacked the BJP, country, BJP leader Ramesh accusing it of vitiating atmoBidhuri reportedly said that sphere across the country for Shah should take his kids to political gains. Pakistan “and settle there”, “Certainly, he (Shah) is as per Indiatvnews.com. BJP worried about the future of MP in Rajya Sabha, Rakesh his children. Such an atmo-

sphere prevails over the entire country,” NCP national spokesperson Nawab Malik told reporters. “The RSS’ is vitiating atmosphere in the country for political benefits...The BJP needs to understand such incidents do not benefit politically,” Malik added. Speaking to reporters in Indore, senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan said secular citizens in the country are living in an “atmosphere of fear” because of BJP’s attempts to polarise people on religious grounds. “The statement of Shah should be taken seriously,” the former chief minister of Maharashtra said. “The statements of UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath post the mob violence in Bulandshahr and also during assembly poll campaigning in five states clearly established that BJP wants to polarise people on religious lines,” he said.

DIMAPUR, DEC 20, (NPN): Mother of Leader of Opposition and former chief minister, TR Zeliang, passed away at Nkialwa village after a prolonged illness on Wednesday. She was 90. Funeral service of late Latongle Rangkau, wife of Rangleu Rangkau, was held at family residence Nkialwa village under Peren district on Thursday. Meanwhile, Governor of Nagaland, PB Acharya, has expressed grief over demise of Latongle Rangkau describing her as a guiding pillar of the family. In a condolence message addressed to the Leader of Opposition, TR Zeliang, the Governor Acharya and his wife Kavita Acharya expressed their deepest condolences to the bereaved family and prayed to the Almighty to grant strength to bear the irreparable loss. CM: State chief minister Neiphiu Rio expressing

sadness over the demise of Latongle Rangkau, said he cannot imagine the pain bereaved family must be going through in this time of grief. In a condolence message to TR Zeliang, the chief minister loss of a mother indeed creates a void that cannot be filled by anyone. However, Rio said she has left for heavenly abode in a ripe age after living a contented life; seeing her children and grandchildren grow up and prosper. “Though it is hard to accept the reality, she has gone to a better home to be with the Lord, he said and conveyed deepest condolences to all members of bereaved family and prayed to Almighty God to let her soul rest in eternal peace. Dy.CM: deputy chief minister, Y Patton, has mourned the death of late Latongle Rangkau, mother of TR Zeliang. (Cont’d on p-7) K Y M C

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NCSU, KTDSSU celebrate respective jubilees

Y. Patton along with others after unveiling the jubilee monolith at New Y. Kikheto Sema taking part in cultural dance. Changsu village. DIMAPUR: Students of the present generation need to be sincere and hardworking to become achievers in life, Y Patton deputy chief minister of Nagaland said while addressing at the 50th anniversary celebration of New Changsu Students’ Union (NCSU) at New Changsu village in Wokha district as special guest. A press release from deputy CM media cell stated that, Patton also laid stress on the importance of the usage of one’s mother tongue among the youngsters which has been fast losing its importance. Patton elaborated that true meaning of jubilee was to forgive and reconcile, whereby he hoped that this celebration will usher in bountiful blessings to the students’ community

and the village as a whole. Patton also advised students to give extra effort in their studies besides seeking for extravagant activities and lavish lives. He further said that, misuse of mobile phones by the students was affecting their career, as a result of which drop out students keep on increasing in Nagaland. Patton also encouraged the government high schools to bring out good results and he specifically assured an award of Rs. 2 lakhs to any government high schools securing cent percent results from his constituency. Earlier, the deputy CM also unveiled the jubilee monolith at New Changsu village, which was dedicated by S Liponthung Tungoe pastor NCBC. The jubilee theme

news in Brief EVC general meeting: Elumyo Village Council (EVC) has convened its general meeting on December 29, 9 am at its village council hall. All the members as well as the Elumyo people residing outside have been requested to attend the meeting. Clarification for recruitment rally for TA: 164 infantry battalion territorial army (H&H) Naga has clarified that recruitment dates are from February 20 to 23 at public ground Tuensang. The eligible candidates (1842 years) have been asked to report for screening at the venue by 6 am. The physical and medical test of the candidates also would be held at the venue. For soldiers GD required minimum is 45% and 33% in class 10 & 12 respectively. WTC informs: Wokha Town Council (WTC) has informed all the shops and business establishments to renew their trade permit for the year 2019 from the office of WTC administrator, K. Mhathung Tsanglao on or before January 31, 2019 during office hour. Any shops and business establishments running without trade permit are also directed to obtain the same within the stipulated time. Defaulters shall be penalized as per provisions of law. Priestly ordination: Priestly ordination of deacon James Kulvi will be solemnised on December 27, 10 am at St. Joseph’s College Indoor Stadium at Jakhama. Following the priestly ordination, the first thanksgiving mass of Kulvi will be celebrated on December 30, 9:30 am at Mary Help of Christians Church, Jakhama.

“Rewind, Restructure and Rebuild” was deliberated by Khyothungo Tungoe advocate, Notary Public. Welcome address was delivered by N Lithungo Tungoe president NCSU, while greetings were also brought by the president Lotha Students’ Union, and president Englan Range Students’ Union. Akhomo Tungoe the founding president of the union gave a brief account on the formation of NCSU way back in 1968, while N. Nzanbemo Tungoe, convenor, planning & org. committee proposed vote of thanks. KTDSSU: KiphireTuensang District Sumi Students’ Union (KTDSSU) celebrated its 25th anniversary on November 19 at Sitimi village with secretary Finance & Land Resources,

Y. Kikheto Sema as special guest. A press release from KTDSSU president, Bothuka Yepthomi stated that Kikheto Sema asserted that Nagaland, being a land of associations celebrate many jubilees with little attention paid to meaning of jubilee celebration. Jubilee is to forgive and forget the past, take stock of the situations and to move forward for a better tomorrow, he added. He said that with the number of jubilees celebrated in the state if celebrated in true letter and spirit, all the pending issues and cases pertaining to land should have been solved. While remembering the pioneers and thanking them for their endeavours, he said that their vision was not to divide or bring disunity in the society.

Expressing pain on the present Sumi-Sangtam issue, he said that this being a jubilee, there should be frank and open discussion so that the issue can be settled finally with prayers and reconciliation. For 25 years, the union has been functioning under the motto “March for Unity” and if this is so, he questioned why there should be discord in the society. He therefore urged the people to go back to its roots, research the Naga history and as Nagas are all related, they should live accordingly and work towards moving forward as one. Calling upon the youth to take steps towards a new Nagaland, he said people have to usher in change where there is no “isms” of any kind, with God-fearing

KBC serves travellers on NH-2

DC Dimapur office celebrates advent Christmas

Inauguration of new gate at CHC Jalukie

Members of KBC from junior CYE during their voluntary service at NH-2. DIMAPUR: Koinonia Baptist Church (KBC) with more than 200 volunteers from the junior CYE and youth department distributed free coffee, tea and snacks at the National Highway-2 on December 20 from 8 am to 2pm. A press release from Koinonia media ministry, Kikruneinuo Liezietsu stated that distribution was for

free to mark the celebration of the birth of Christ, a season of giving and merriment. It catered to more than 2000 travellers during the day. The day was marked with invocation prayer led by Neibalie Kiewhuo, pastor while Menuosielie Üsou, evangelist Koinonia Prayer Centre stated that, serving the travellers was a form of

joy in giving. He further stated that in a time where fund drives were on the rise and people were reluctant to stop their vehicles for such, people joyfully accepted the serving and blessed the church. The free distribution of coffee, tea and snack along the highway is a yearly event of the Church to celebrate Christmas.

DIMAPUR: Advent Christmas get together was held at deputy commissioner office, Dimapur on December 18. According to DIPR report, delivering Christmas greetings DC Dimapur, Sushil Kumar Patel, said “Christmas is a day of happiness as it comes only once in a year and we should thank God for guiding throughout the year”. Office superintendent, Longri Ao also spoke. The programme included Christmas carol competition among officers, DIO and Election officer, staff group 1 ic Glory and Thejasevor, staff group II ic Wabang and Kekhrieyietuou and Dobashis. Staff group II was declared the winner followed by DIO and Election officer and staff group 1. Earlier the programme was invoked by SDO (C) Nyempo wallim.

upright leaders who will bring progress and development in the land. He expressed optimism and hoped that the prolonged Naga political issue would be settled sooner or later so that all sections of Naga society would work together in their own capabilities. President of SKK, Atokiho called upon the two communities of Sumi and Sangtam to come together in peaceful co-existence irrespective of geographical locations. The special guest also participated in the cultural programme which showcased the traditional dances and folk songs. Earlier, the special guest unveiled the monolith of KTDSSU 25th silver jubilee at Sitimi town.

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Kma Police seizes contraband ganja DIMAPUR: Kohima Police personnel manning at Peducha check gate while conducting routine checking of vehicles intercepted one vehicle Gypsy without registration number/documents on December 20. According to PRO Kohima Police, the police recovered contraband Ganja around 160 kgs total of 16 packets approximate which were wrapped in black and white plastic from the possession of two individuals. In this connection, a

case has been registered under Sechu Zubza PS vide Kohima Sechu Zubza PS Case No. 23/18 U/S 20(b), ii (c) NDPS Act. The two individuals were identified as Vini Poumai (23 yrs), son of Lone, V/o- Lai, PO/PS- Tadubi, Dist-Senapati, P/Add- Lai Village and Masuni (38 yrs), son of Ravikho, Vill- Lai, PO/PS- Tadubi, Dist-Senapati, P/Add- Lai Village, and they are under police custody for further necessary action.

CMO Peren and others at the new gate of CHC Jalukie. DIMAPUR: New gate at CHC Jalukie town was inaugurated on December 20 with CMO Peren, Dr. Denis Hangsing as special guest for opening the new gate in the presence of program officials and staff of Medical department, Jalukie town

organizations and the public. A press release from CMO Peren, stated that Dr Denis exhorted the gathering and expressed his appreciation to the community and the staff of CHC Jalukie for the hard labor and initia-

tives. The gate and fence were constructed out of donations and materials from various local organizations of Jalukie town and individuals. The programme was chaired by Paunamdile, keynote address by Dr. Yetovi Tuccu, SMO CHC,

short speech by Heilusing Iheilung, president Chairman Union, Atwa Meru, convenor JTWWO, GB union Jalukie followed by Hauneu Hiekha on finance report and concluded with a prayer by Mongzeung Mpom, pastor, JTLBC.

Police personnel get insight on senior citizens’ issues Organizations condemn murder of late Kevi Zakiesato

Vekhosa Chakhesang, senior SP Kohima speaking during the occasion at Kohima on Thursday.) Correspondent

KO H I M A , D E C 2 0 (NPN): To create awareness for the police personnel on senior citizens, a seminar on elderly issues (generation gap) was held at SP office conference hall, Kohima on December 20. The event was organised by Good Samaritan Women Society, Kohima in collaboration with Integrated Development K

and Education Organisation Manipur under the aegis of ministry of Social Justice and Employment GoI. Vekhosa Chakhesang, senior SP Kohima in his short speech said that the Naga society was deviating from the responsibilities as a citizen. “We are dumping them into the old age home, in many ways we are varying away from the responsibilities” he observed.

We have the best law but with the civilisation and fast changing world, we are deviating from the rich cultural values set by the forefathers, he asserted. He also acknowledged the organisation for organising such a seminar and hoped more would come with more involvement from the societies, associations and churches in order to create awareness to the public.

Senior SP called upon the policemen to take the initiative in dealing with the elderly people and also impressed upon to be more responsible coping with the advancement of the society. Neithonuo Leigise, managing director, Kohima Old Age Home, Meriema said police can play an important role in giving security and assisting the elderly people. She also called upon them to strengthen the cooperation towards helping the senior citizens. Speaking on the topic “The maintenance and welfare of parents and senior citizens act 2007”, she said the act was to provide more effective provision for maintenance and welfare of parents and senior citizens, enacted in 2007 initiated by ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment,GoI. This was a legal responsibility for the children to provide maintenance for senior citizen and parents for the protection of life, she said. While in the second session, Dr. P. Kilemsungla, former member UPSC spoke on the topic “generation gap”.

DIMAPUR: Various organizations have condemned the brutal murder of late Kevi Zakiesato on December 18, who was a prominent citizen of Dimapur. APO: Angami Public Organisation (APO) has in the strongest term condemned the “outrageous and barbaric” murder of late Kevi Zakiesato by unknown criminals. APO stated that, “no amount of words could express our pain and anguish over this dastardly act” and “we share our sincere condolences to and stand in solidarity with Kevi Zakiesato family today.” APO also urged the Nagaland government to urgently investigate this case and bring the perpetrators to justice and to activate all its assets to immediately identify, arrest and book the criminals. It also prayed that God grant eternal peace to the departed soul. TPO: Tenyimi Peoples’ Organisation (TPO) in a condemnation note expressed in highest term that brutality of the act could only be the handiwork of the “devil-possessed” persons devoid of any humane feelings and conscience. TPO described late Kevi Zakiesatuo as a benevolent and generous person known for his philanthropic deeds towards the society, for which, it baffles TPO no end as to who would kill him with such savagery. TPO appealed to the state

government and its law enforcing agencies to leave no stone unturned to identify the murderers and give the highest degree of punishment as per the law of the land. TPO expressed deepest sorrow and condolences to the bereaved family members and dear ones and pray that God Almighty grant strength to mitigate the insurmountable pain and loss. WAYO: Wester n Angami Youth Organisation (WAYO) has vehemently condemned the heinous crime and demanded that the perpetrator(s) be caught at the earliest and punished befittingly. WAYO also conveyed deepest condolences to the bereaved family and pray that the Almighty God give them strength to bear the loss of a noble soul who has been dearest to all. BJP Nagaland: BJP Nagaland condemned such barbaric act meted upon a respectable leader. It stated that such inhuman act should be stopped henceforth and all right thinking people should assist the police in their investigation for justice. BJP Nagaland also conveyed earnest prayer that the departed may find eternal peace in Christ and the family members be comforted with God’s grace and peace. CSU: Chakhroma Students’ Union (CSU) has condemned in strongest terms the ghastly and abominable act of murder perpe-

trated on its tall and prominent leader Kevi Zakiesato. CSU has appealed the concerned authorities to immediately bring the culprits to justice at the earliest. The union also expressed its deepest condolences to the bereaved family. NPC Kohima: Nagaland Peace Centre (NPC) Kohima has condemned the monstrous act, whereby the perpetrators deserves befitting punishment in accordance with the law of the land and which would serve as a deterrent to incidents of such nature. Chairman of NPC, N. Theyo stated that he knew late Kevi personally since they had worked together in a political party in different capacity and that he was a dedicated and committed person. NPC conveyed condolences to the bereaved family and pray to Almighty God to let the departed soul rest in peace. PHDD: Pochury Hoho Dimapur District (PHDD) in a condemnation note stated that there was no place in society for such a ghastly act. PHDD strongly condemned killing of late Kevi Zakiesato and requested all the responsible citizens to help/support the law enforcing agency to bring the murderer(s) to book and punish befittingly. While condemning, PHDD also extended deepest condolence to the bereaved family members and pray that the departed soul rest in eternal peace. K

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Shillong Mostly sunny

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Tuensang Mostly sunny; cooler

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DIMAPUR: NPF minority wing organized a general meeting at Singrijan D khel community hall Dimapur on December 18, chaired by Apun Naben, general secretary NPF minority wing central. A press release from NPF minority wing central general secretary, Arun Mishra stated that, the house unanimously resolved to form a committee for 3 Dimapur 3 A/C under Dimapur division and forwarded list of members to higher

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Don Bosco High school NPF minority wing formed in 3 Dimapur 3A/C Lakhuti celebrates 50 yrs

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official for approval of assignments. NPF minority wing office bearers from central and Dimapur division were present in the meeting and witnessed the initiative to form full-fledged minority wing 3 Dimapur 3 AC. The special speaker of the meeting was Bishnu Bhattacharjee, president NPF minority wing central along with Debendra Rana, Prem Singh (GS) and Sanjay Dey working president, minority wing Dimapur division.

Bhattacharjee urged party man and women to work unitedly with patience and appreciated the encouraging initiative of party worker in formation of a committee which will surely strengthen NPF in grass root level. He added that Dimapur district will have separate five AC level committee for NPF minority wing to strengthen five assembly constituencies under the leadership of present elected NPF MLA Moatoshi Longkumar and Azheto Zhimomi

in Dimapur district. The house has also unanimously resolved to firmly uphold and support the leadership of party president Dr Shurhozelie Leizietsu and leader of opposition T R Zeliang. 42 members from different community of 22 villages under 3 Dimapur 3A/C have been inducted in NPF minority wing and 15 members were selected to work as party representative with special assignment in remote areas.

Mhathung Yanthan, advisor of Horticulture along with Bishop of Kohima, Rev. Dr. James Thoppil and others at the unveiling of the monolith. (NP)

Correspondent WOKHA, DEC 20 (NPN): Celebrating the 50th glorious year, Don Bosco High School Lakhuti (DBHSL) achieving a milestone where thousands of alumnus came to witness the grand occasion. Gracing on the occasion, Mhathung Yanthan advisor Horticulture as the special guest unveiled the monolith stone with a dedication prayer pronounced by Rev. Dr. James Thoppil, bishop of Kohima. Speaking on the occasion, Mhathung Yanthan congratulated the school for attaining a milestone, saying that essence of celebrating jubilee was to reminisce the past glory by retrospection over the last 50 years, marked with untold hardships taken up and faced by

the pioneers of the school. O ve r t h e g r a d u a l changes on the outlook and functioning of the school, he questioned upon the people to ponder as to how as individuals they have changed. In this regard, he invited the community to make a difference by accepting positive impact upon the people through the celebration of the 50th anniversary. He also informed the students’ community to dedicate their works of learning as a student’s duty was to learn and continue to carry the flame of DBHSL and bring laurel to the school. Meanwhile he encouraged the parents and teachers to guide their children in all-round activities, further he congratulated the alumnus from the school who has brought fame to the school and wished them to con-

tinue in contributing to the society and the school. Bishop of Kohima delivered a message of change through will power and determination where he spoke on the theme “Honouring the past, celebrating the present and creating new future”. Change of mind set and change of priority will only help to create new future, he added, stating that mind was to none if we strived to make it happen and one wish to see change. The programme was entertained with cultural dances and songs from choirs of the DBHSL students. While in the second session of alumni night, Elias T Lotha Transport commissioner, Nagaland graced as the chief confrere.

UPHC inaugurated in Mokokchung

tor, Yimyu Baptist Church, vote of thanks was proposed by GDMO, UPHC Mokokchung, Dr. Sholongba T Jamir while chief medical officer, Mokokchung, Dr. P. Medemmayang chaired the programme.

Principal director, Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Vikeyie Losu speaking at the inauguration of UPHC at Mokokchung town on December 20. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: The much needed Urban Primar y Health Centre (UPHC), established under National Urban Health Mission 2014 and approved in 2015 was inaugurated on December 20 at Yimyu Ward, Mokokchung by the principal director, Department of Health & Family Welfare, Nagaland, Dr. Vikeyie Losu who was the special invitee of the inaugural programme. According to DIPR

report, speaking on the occasion, the principal director said that setting up of the UPHC was a big step forward for the health unit of Mokokchung and said it was a great achievement. He maintained that the aim of having the UPHC in the town was to improve the health status of the people. While appreciating the co-operation and support given by the people, Dr.

Vikeyie Losu reiterated that the UPHC is community based therefore, support of the people was very important for better service of the medical staff. Short speeches were delivered by vice president, All Ward Union, Mokokchung and chairman, Yimyu Ward, Mokokchung, report on UPHC was given by dy. director cum nodal officer (NUHM), Dr. Puse Liegise, invocation was said by pas-

SUMMONS FOR SETTLEMENT OF ISSUE (ORDER - V, RULE - 1,5, 20) IN THE COURT OF CIVIL JUDGE (D.S.J./C.J. (SR. DIV.) DIMAPUR : NAGALAND Suit No. 447 of 2018 Central Bank of India 3ODLQWLႇ - versus Mr. Sosangmanen Longkumer & Anr..... Defendant To Mr. Sosangmanen Longkumer, H/No. 62, Darogapathar, Dimapur, Nagaland. Whereas, Central Bank of India has instituted a suit against you for recovery of Rs. 6,85,277/- . You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the suit on 15-02-2019 at 10.00 a.m. without fail. Take notice that in default of your appearance on the date mentioned the suit will be heard and determined in your absence. Given under my hand and the seal of the court 19th day of December, 2018. Civil Judge, (Sr. Div.)

Chiswema Battalion conducts free medical camp

Patient getting checkup at the camp.

DIMAPUR: Chiswema battalion of Assam Rifles conducted a free medical camp at Lekromi village under Phek district on December 17. According to PRO HQ IGAR (N), the aim of the medical camp was to provide free medical treatment to the local residents of remote areas. A specially constituted medical team of two doctors and four medical staff under chief medical officer commandant Ch Saleo Mao conducted the medical camp wherein the team treated the patients besides providing K Y M C

medicines to the needy people. Apart from providing medical assistance, basic knowledge on health education including precaution from common viral diseases was also imparted. Emphasis on importance of hygiene and sanitation were explained to the villagers for better living standard. A total of 192 patients were provided check up and necessary treatment given. The camp was attended by villagers from Lekromi and adjoining villages. K Y M C

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

Gadkari lays foundation for NH projects in Arunachal Security scenario in NE region

Ziro, Dec 20 (PTI): Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari Thursday laid foundation for National Highway projects worth Rs 9,533 crore in land-locked Arunachal Pradesh. Accompanied by Union Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju and Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Gadkari laid the foundation of the NH projects here in Lower Subansiri district. “These projects will improve the connectivity between Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and between district headquarters in the state by reducing travel time and distance,” Gadkari said, while addressing a function here on the occasion. He said, “These projects of strategic importance will create new employment opportunities for the people in the region and ensure socio-economic development.” He informed that the project had been divided in small packages so that the state contractors could participate. Stating that his ministry had already

Nitin Gadkari and others during the laying of foundation for National Highway projects worth Rs 9,533 crore at Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh. executed road projects in the country worth 10 lakh crore, Gadkari said in northeast alone the road transport ministry had sanctioned road projects worth Rs 2.5 lakh crore. Gadkari laid the foundation for 472 km of national highway costing Rs 5,583.92 crore which included the 26.12 km Akajan-LikabaliBame Road at a cost of Rs 374.73 crore and six packages on Joram-Koloriang Road on NH-713 for a total length of 94.39 km costing Rs 1253.19 crore. The minister also relaunched a project for two

Postpone Bogibeel Bridge inauguration: Tuki to Modi

Itanagar, Dec 20 (Agencies): Former Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Congress MLA Nabam Tuki has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to postpone the inauguration of the Bogibeel rail-cum-road bridge on river Brahmaputra in Assam to any other date apart from December 25. The 4.94-km-long longest rail-cum-road bridge of the country is all set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 25, 2018, which also happens to be the Christmas Day. According to NE Now, Tuki in a letter addressed to Prime Minister Modi on Thursday wrote, “We are aware that you will be inaugurating the historic Bogibeel Bridge over the river Brahmaputra on the 25th of December this year.

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While I congratulate you for seeing to the completion of this historic bridge which is of strategic and economic importance to the region, I would at the same time like to request you to kindly defer the said inauguration to any other date as December 25 is Christmas and one of the most important festivals of the Christians.” “As the bridge is a boon to the people of Assam and Arunachal, a large number of people will be deprived of participation if the inauguration is done on the 25th. Therefore, I request you (Modi), to defer the date of inauguration and thus enable all sections of people of the region to witness the historic event,” the letter added. Once inaugurated, Bogibeel Bridge will be the longest rail-cum-road bridge in the country and the second longest in Asia.

laning of 351.38 km Potin to Panging section of NH 229 at a cost of Rs 3,956 crore under the Trans Arunachal Highway (TAH) project. Gadkari said, “During a recent meeting with Chief Minister Pema Khandu at New Delhi, I promised to provide road projects to the state worth Rs 50,000 crore and accordingly asked him to go ahead with utmost honesty and transparency.” “The central government is with Arunachal Pradesh and there will be no dearth of developmental fund,” he said.

Taking a dig at the Congress, the Union minister said the northeast region remained stagnant in terms of development in the past several decades due to lack of appropriate vision in the past. “Innovation, technology, skill and research if merged together will create knowledge which will in turn create wealth,” he said, and asked the state government to work in this direction for a developed Arunachal Pradesh. While assuring to complete the projects in a timebound manner, Gadkari said

the state government should utilise the fund meant for the projects judiciously and in a transparent manner. He also suggested the government to venture into bio- fuel industry as the state has abundant bamboo plantations and varied species. Earlier, at Roing in Lower Dibang Valley district, Gadkari inaugurated bridges across Dibang and Lohit River System, including approach road between Chowkham-Digaru. He also inaugurated the recently two-laned 25.14-km Mahadevpur to Buri Dihing section of NH-52 B, constructed at a cost of Rs 136.60 crore and 22.23 km BordumsaNamchik section of NH-52, B constructed at a cost of Rs 189.91 crore. In addition, Gadkari also laid the foundation for about 96.47 km of national highways projects at Roing, including two-laning of the 74.86 km Roing-Hunli section of Hunti- Anini Road (NH 313), two laning of the 11.31 km HayuliangHawai Road section of NH-113 and the 10.3 km Hunti- Anini section of NH-313.

improved vastly: Rajnath Singh

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NEW DELHI, DEC 20 (NPN): The Union Home Minister has said the Internal Security situation in the country has vastly improved, particularly in the North-East and the left-wing extremism (LWE) affected States. Addressing the inaugural session of the conference of Director Generals and Inspector Generals of Police at Kevadia in Narmada district of Gujarat Thursday, Rajnath Singh noted with satisfaction the improving security scenario in the North-East, particularly the peaceful rollout of NRC in Assam including publication of the final draft NRC list on July 30, 2018. “Security scenario in the North-East region has witnessed steady improvement in recent years. All parameters of violence have improved in 2018 in comparison to corresponding period of 2017. There is 17% decline in total incidents and 38% reduction in the casualties of civilians,” said Rajnath Singh. “AFSPA

Custodial death triggers protest in Manipur

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IMPHAL, Dec 20: Alleged custodial death of a person sparked off a protest in Manipur’s Thoubal district where locals took to the streets and imposed total blockade on ImphalMoreh section of NH-102 on Thursday. A combined force of 26 Assam Rifles and police commandos attached with Thoubal district police reportedly picked up Md Abdul Gafar alias Sahit (36) son of Md Babu Macha from his house at Lilong Usoipokpi Makha under Lilong police station of Thoubal district early Thursday, around 2.30 am. Later, family was informed about the death and his body was being deposited at JNIMS morgue in Imphal around 8 am. Hospital sources said that the security personnel brought Gafar at the casu-

alty ward of JNIMS hospital where doctors on duties declared brought dead. The news angered Lilong residents who came out on the street along NH-102 and imposed total blockade. The protestors charged the combined security force of beating Gafar to death after being picked up from his house and demanded befitting punishment to the security personnel involved in the case. The total blockade

on the national highway will continue until government gives assurance to deliver justice to the victim family. “We will continue to block the highway until and unless a positive response comes up from government side,” a local leader taking part in the protest said. They will launch intense forms of agitations if those involved in the killing of Gafar is no punished as per the law of the land, he added.

Wife of the deceased alleged that the security force did not either give reason or provided arrest memo when her husband was arrested. “We still don’t know the reason why he was arrested,” she added. A police officer said that there was no report of security force handing over Gafar to any of the police station after being picked up. He might have died in the custody of the combined force, he added.

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was selectively relaxed in Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya, inviting positive public response. Besides, to encourage the militants to join the mainstream, GoI has revised the SurrenderCum-Rehabilitation Policy by enhancing financial benefits to the surrendering militants,” he added. The Union Home Minister said India’s security concerns have been conveyed to Myanmar even as efforts are on to harness the trade potential with the Eastern neighbour and beyond. “A number of our militant groups are operating from the territories of neighbouring countries, particularly Myanmar. Our concerns have been highlighted in the bilateral meetings with these countries. In order to plug the gaps on the Indo-Myanmar border, an Inter-Ministerial Committee headed by MHA has formulated a revised protocol for

effective implementation of Free Movement Regime.” Rajnath Singh said violence in the LWE affected areas continues to improve since the last eight years. “We achieved major operational successes in core areas of CPI/Maoist in Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand and Odisha. Coordination among different State Police Forces and CAPFs, and generation of regular actionable intelligence was among the main factors which led to an almost two-fold increase in the losses suffered by LWEs this year.” “Reflecting on these successes and the upper hand of the government over the Maoists, after a comprehensive review the number of districts covered under SRE scheme were reduced from 126 to 90,” he added. The Union Home Minister said the communal situation has also remained under control this year to date.

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IN THE COURT OF CIVIL JUDGE D.S.J./C.J.(SR. DIV) Dimapur : Nagaland Suit No. : 446 of 2018 Plaintiff : Union Bank of India Defendants Mr. Maongtoshi Ao To, Mr. Maongtoshi Ao H/No. 29, Supply Colony, New Reserve Police Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland. Whereas Union Bank of India has instituted a suit against you for Recovery of Rs. 6,50,000/You are hereby summoned to appear before the Court in person or by pleader duly instructed and able to answer all material questions relating to the suit on 15/02/19 at 10:00 A.M. without fail. Take notice that in default of your appearance on the date mentioned the suit will be heard and determined in your absence. Given under my hand and the seal of the Court 19th day of December 2018. Civil Judge (Sr. Div) Dimapur : Nagaland DP-9581

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

LS adjourns for the day after passing two bills

New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI/IANS): The Lok Sabha Thursday managed to pass two bills before adjourning for the day amid protests by Opposition parties including Congress and TDP on various issues. Amid the uproar, the two bills which were passed were - the Consumer Protection Bill, 2018 and the National Trust for Welfare of Persons with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation and Multiple Disabilities (Amendment) Bill, 2018. Earlier the proceedings were adjourned amid sparring between members from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka over the issue of proposal to build a dam on the Cauvery River. While members from Congress were demanding a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) probe into the Rafale deal, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka entered the well holding placards over the Cauvery issue. TDP MPs demanded special category status for Andhra Pradesh and setting up of a steel plant in the state. Earlier when Rajya Sabha met for the day, the proceedings barely lasted for 10 minutes, with Mahajan adjourning the House till noon. Thursday

Sumitra Mahajan (PTI) was the seventh working day of the Winter session which saw disruptions and adjournments over the Rafale jet seal, special status for Andhra Pradesh and protests over the proposed construction of a dam on the Cauvery river. Both Houses had been adjourned on the first day of the session on December 11 after paying obituary references to former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and some sitting members. Since December 12, proceedings have been marred amid the din.

Discussion on triple talaq bill on Dec 27

The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Bill, 2018, commonly known as triple talaq bill, will be discussed in the Lok Sabha on December

27. The Bill -- which is aimed to protect the rights of married Muslim women and prohibit divorce by pronouncing talaq by their husbands -- that was part of Thursday’s legislative business was postponed by Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan following request of Congress MP Mallikarjun Kharge. Soon after Mahajan asked Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP) MP N.K. Premchandran to speak over the Bill, which was listed for the legislative business for consideration and passage, Kharge stood and requested her to defer the discussion to December 27. Calling it a very important Bill, Kharge said: “The opposition wants a healthy discussion over the Bill. I request you to defer the debate on the Bill to December 27.” Assuring that the opposition will peacefully debate over the Bill on the date he requested for, Kharge also sought enough time for discussion over the matter. Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad, who was to move the Bill on Thursday, also sought Kharge’s assurance for a “peaceful” debate over the Bill on December 27.

Cauvery issue: K’taka Vardhan Shringla appointed MPs to protest in Parl new Indian Ambassador to US

New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI): With two main Tamil Nadu parties protesting in Parliament opposing the Mekedatu project on Cauvery river, Karnataka lawmakers cutting across party lines have planned an agitation on December 27 in front of Mahatma Gandhi statue in the Parliament complex to counter AIADMK and DMK. They have also decided to meet Union Water Resources Minister Nitin Gadkari on Kalasa Banduri project and to bring to his notice about its importance to the state. A decision in this regard was taken in a meeting chaired by Union Minister Sadananda Gowda here. In the meeting, Union Defence Minister Nirmala Seetharaman, Union Minister of State for Skill Development Ananth Kumar Hegde as also Minister of State for Drinking Water and Sanitation Ramesh Jigajinagi were present. Former Prime Minister and JDS chief H D Deve Gowda and State Water Resources Minister D K Shivakumar were also present. After the meeting, Shivakumar appealed AIADMK and DMK members not to make it a

“political issue” and asked them to resolve the matter amicably. He said that since the project is going to benefit both the states, the Central Water Commission has given go-ahead to Karnataka to prepare a detailed project report (DPR) for a proposed balancing reservoir-cum-drinking water project at Mekedatu. “We do not want to make it a political issue. On behalf of Karnataka MPs, we appeal to the Tamil Nadu government and MPs not to fight on the issue and let us sit amicably and resolve,” Shivakumar told reporters after the meeting. He also invited MPs to see the project site and get convinced how it is meant only for providing drinking water to Ramanagara, Bengaluru urban and rural districts, and not for irrigation purpose. “It is a balancing reservoir and cannot use water for irrigation. Let’s permit it as it will help both the states,” he added. AIADMK and DMK are agitating in both the Houses of Parliament pressing for scrapping of the proposed Mekedatu project. The Tamil Nadu government has also appealed in the Supreme Court on the matter.

Hamid Ansari reaches hometown amidst cheering friends, family New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI): Software engineer Hamid Nihal Ansari, who spent six years in a Pakistani jail on charges of espionage, returned to his hometown Mumbai on Thursday morning, two days after he was handed over to India at the Wagah-Attari border. Ansari, 33, along with his parents left from New Delhi in the morning in an Air India flight and arrived at the Mumbai airport around 9.30 am, his father Nihal Ansari said. Relatives, friends and well-wishers greeted Ansari and cheered for him as he came out of the airport. The family then left for their residence in suburban Versova.

Hamid Nihal Ansari, who was repatriated by Pakistan after six years in jail, being greeted by relatives on his arrival at his residence in Mumbai, Thursday. (PTI)

Ansari was arrested in Pakistan in 2012 for illegally entering that country from Afghanistan, reportedly to meet a woman he had

befriended online. Authorities in Pakistan slapped espionage charges against him. The Mumbai resident,

who returned to India on Tuesday after crossing the Wagah-Attari border, was imprisoned in the Peshawar Central Jail after being sentenced by a military court on December 15, 2015. According to official sources, India issued 96 notes verbales to Pakistan seeking consular access to Ansari. The decision to release him was taken on account of relentless pressure from New Delhi, they said. Shortly before his arrival on Tuesday, his mother Fauzia Ansari had told reporters that the prayers of the family and of all those who wished for his safe return were answered. His father had said it

was a new dawn for them. Ansari and his family have thanked External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and her ministry for persisting with the case and taking it up with Islamabad. His jail term ended on December 15 but he was not able to leave for India as his legal documents were not ready. On Thursday, the Peshawar High Court gave the Pakistan government a month’s deadline to complete his repatriation process. Ansari had an emotional interaction with Swaraj on Wednesday as he narrated the difficult phase he had to endure through in Pakistan.

‘84 riots case: Sajjan moves Some wealthy Indians are rotten HC seeking time till Jan 31 potatoes, says J&K Governor Malik New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS): Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik on Wednesday said a section of wealthy people of the country are like “rotten potatoes” as they are insensitive towards the society. Speaking at the state’s Sainik Welfare Society in winter capital Jammu, Governor Malik said a section of the country’s wealthy people are insensitive towards the society. “They do not do charity of even a rupee... And a

Former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar. (PTI/file)

New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI): Former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar on Thursday approached the Delhi High Court seeking time till January 31 to surrender in connection with a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case in which he was recently sentenced to life imprisonment. Kumar, who was directed by the high court on Monday to surrender before authorities by December 31, sought more time saying he has to settle family affairs. Advocate Anil Sharma, representing Kumar, said they need some more time to file appeal before the Supreme Court challenging the high court’s verdict and Kumar has to settle his family matters relating to his children and property. The plea is likely to come up for hearing on Friday. The case relates to

killing of five Sikhs in Raj Nagar Part-I area in Palam Colony in South West Delhi on November 1-2, 1984, and burning down of a gurdwara in Raj Nagar Part-II during that period. Meanwhile, Kumar appeared before a Delhi court on Thursday in another anti-Sikh riots case. Kumar surrendered his mobile phone before the court following the directions of the high court in its order convicting him on December 17. The court adjourned the matter for January 22 after he said his main counsel was unavailable. In the case before the trial court, three persons -Kumar, Brahmanand Gupta and Ved Prakash -- are facing trial on charges of murder and rioting pertaining to the killing of Surjit Singh in Sultanpuri.

few like this are in the upper classes. I consider them as ‘Saday Se Aalu’ (rotten potatoes). Please do not take it otherwise,” he said at the function. He also said: “When a journalist asked a question to the country’s wealthiest man, who spent Rs 700 crore on the marriage of his daughter, whether he does any charity, he said he does not do charity but adds to the wealth of the country. Does he increase the wealth of the country by spending Rs 700 crore on the marriage

of his daughter? “In Europe and other countries, they do charity. The owner of Microsoft spends 99 per cent of his earnings on charity. “With Rupees 700 crore, 700 big schools could have been built in the state and 7,000 widows of slain soldiers could have brought up their children. “But they will not do charity. The sensitivity that should be in this section of the society is not there,” Malik regretted.

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New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS): Harsh Vardhan Shringla, presently Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, was on Thursday named as the new Indian Ambassador to the US. A 1984 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, Shringla is expected to take up his new assignment shortly, according to a statement issued by the External Affairs Ministry. He will succeed Navtej Sarna, who will retire by the end of 2018, in Washington. In the course of a diplomatic career spanning 34 years,

Harsh Vardhan Shringla Shringla has held a variety of positions in New Delhi and abroad. Before his assignment in Bangladesh, he served

as Ambassador of India to Thailand. He has also served at Unesco in France, at the UN in New York, besides serving in various capacities in Vietnam, Israel and South Africa. Shringla has served in the Ministry headquarters in New Delhi as Joint Secretary (Director General) responsible for Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Maldives. He has also headed the UN Political and South Asian Association of Regional Cooperation (Saarc) divisions in the Ministry.

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Applications are invited for filling up the following current vacancies under the Government of Nagaland in the manner prescribed below. Item No.1: (a) 1 (one) post of SDO (Electrical Engineering) (Group-A) under Power Department. (b) 5 (five) posts of JE (Electrical Engineering) (Group–B) under Power Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Yimchunger) (c) 2 (two) posts of JE (Communication) (Group–B) under Power Department. Item No.2: (a) 7 (seven) posts of SDO (Civil Engineering) (Class-I Gazetted) under Public Works Department. 1(one) post each reserved for BT Sangtam & Pochury) (b) 1 (one) post of JE (Civil Engineering) (Class-II Gazetted) under Public Works Department. Item No.3: (a) 1 (one) post of SDO (Civil Engineering) (Class-I Gazetted) under PHE Department. (Reserved for BT Khiamniungan) (b) 5 (five) posts of JE (Civil Engineering) (Class-II Gazetted) under PHE Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Zeliang. Item No.4: (a) 1 (one) post of JE (Civil Engineering) (Class-II Gazetted) under Geology & Mining Department. (b) 1 (one) post of Junior Technical Assistant (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Geology & Mining Department. Item No.5: (a) 5 (five) posts of Assistant Urban Development Officer (Grade-I) under Urban Development Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Chang) (b) 3 (three) posts of Planning Assistant (Grade–III) under Urban Development Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Chakhesang) Item No.6: 6 (six) posts of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Class-I Gazetted) under Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services Department. 1(one) post each reserved for BT Phom & Sangtam) Item No.7: (a) 2 (two) posts of Assistant Conservator of Forest (Class-I Gazetted) under Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Yimchunger. (b) 2 (two) posts of Forest Ranger (Class-II Gazetted) under Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department. Item No.8: 2 (two) posts of Junior Soil Conservation Officer (Class-II Gazetted) under Soil & Water Conservation Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Sumi of Kiphire. Item No.9: 2 (two) posts of Laboratory Technician (Class-III Non - Gazetted) under Health & Family Welfare Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Konyak. Item No.10: 1 (one) post of Inspector of Legal Metrology & Consumer Protection (Group–C) under Legal Metrology & Consumer Protection Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Konyak. Item No.11: 4 (four) posts of Extension Officer (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Sericulture Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Chang. Item No.12: 1 (one) post of Drug Inspector (Class–III Non-Gazetted) under Health & Family Welfare Department. Item No. 13: 2 (two) posts of Horticulture Inspector (Gr-III Non-Gazetted) under Horticulture Department. 1(one) post reserved for BT Yimchunger. Item No.14: (a) 1 (one) post of JE(Civil) (Class-II Gazetted) under New & Renewable Energy Deptt. (b) 1 (one) post of JE(Electrical) (Class-II Gazetted) under New & Renewable Energy Deptt. (Reserved for BT Konyak) II. With reference to the Commission’s Advertisement No.NPSC-4/2016 dt. 19.10.2016 & Advertisement No.NPSC-3/2017 07.12.2017, the following backlog vacancies which could not be recommended earlier are hereby re-advertised. The tribes names mentioned against each post(s) are reserved for the particular backward tribes. BACKLOG VACANCIES 2016 Item No.15: 2 (two) posts of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Class-I Gazetted) under Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department. 1 (one) post each reserved for BT Chang, Sumi (Kiphire). Item No.16: 1 (one) post of Agriculture Inspector (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Agriculture Department. (Reserved for BT Pochury) Item No.17: 1 (one) posts of Agriculture Marketing Inspector (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Agriculture Department. (Reserved for BT Phom) Item No.18: 1 (one) post of Foreman (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Printing & Stationery Department. (Reserved for BT Konyak) Item No.19: 2 (two) posts of Extension Officer (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Sericulture Department. 1 (one) post each reserved for BT Yimchunger & Zeliang BACKLOG VACANCIES 2017 Item No.20: 1 (one) post of Medical Officer (Class-I Gazetted) under Health & Family Welfare Department. (Reserved for BT Khiamniungan) Item No.21: 1 (one) post of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Class-I Gazetted) under Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department. (Reserved for BT Yimchunger) Item No.22: 1 (one) post of Fishery Inspector (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Fishery Department. (Reserved for BT Khiamniungan) Item No.23: (a) 2 (two) posts of Demonstrator (Grade-C) (Chemistry) under Technical Education Department. (b) 3 (three) posts of Demonstrator (Grade-C) (Physics) under Technical Education Department. 1 (one) post reserved for BT Pochury. (c) 3 (three) posts of Demonstrator (Grade-C) (Plumbing Shop) under Technical Education Department. 1 (one) post each reserved for BT Yimchunger & Zeliang. (d) 3 (three) posts of Demonstrator (Grade-C) (Electrical Shop) under Technical Education Department. 1 (one) post reserved for BT Yimchunger. Item No.24: 1 (one) post of JE(Civil Engineering)(Class-II Gazetted) under NPWD.(Reserved for BT Sumi (Kiphire) Item No.25: 1 (one) post of Technical Assistant (Class-III Non-Gazetted) under Information Technology & Communication Department. (Reserved for BT Khiamniungan) Note: 1. Candidates are advised to access the details of the terms and conditions of the advertisement from the Commission’s Notice board or website at www.npsc.co.in 2. Application form ( including Syllabus, pattern of examination & self certification) can be downloaded from the Commission’s website at www.npsc.co.in & the duly filled up application form may be sent by registered post along with demand draft for `.300/- drawn in favour of Secretary, Nagaland Public Service Commission, Kohima, payable at Kohima, being fees for examination. 3. Application form can also be submitted personally in the Commission’s Office on payment of `300/(Rupees three hundred) only by cash. 4. Application forms will not be issued from the office of the Commission. 5. For any queries / assistance candidates can call the NPSC helpdesk number : 8794508362 during office hours (10:00 hrs to 15:00 hrs) 6. Starting date for downloading & submission of Application Forms is 21- 12-2018. 7. The last date for receipt of application Forms is 31-01-2019.

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(KHRUPI SOTHU) Secretary Nagaland Public Service Commission Kohima.

OPINiON/EDITORIAL

Nagaland Post

Post-mortem

Vol. XXIX NO. 19 Dimapur, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

Road block to justice

imapur is not only the commercial capital but also enjoys the dubious distinction as the crime capital of the state and a major crime hub in the north east. Over the decades, the thin dividing between what is legal and illegal has almost disappeared. This is because the policing and judicial system have been left at the mercy of powerful politicians and manipulators. Crimes in Dimapur pose stiff challenges on the officers and men including the entire society. This is so because political interferences in recruitment, transfer and promotions have been given precedence over merit and achievements. One of the biggest problems of policing is the way society perceives the force. Generally, police is being perceived as a kind of paramilitary force and that is why the demand and attraction for India Reserve Battalion. There is a clamour among youth to join the police as the romance with guns gets extended. This has led to pressure being borne on politicians for job. This has resulted in political interference and patronage over the force and ensured that police force does not grow to become a first rate law enforcement arm of the state. The most important role of police is crime prevention then detection and conviction. The exercise does not end in conviction but continues with reformation. Side by side, what is also a dire need is for judicial reform. Thus, two things that stand out in the light of persistent demands of people for justice and which, have been primarily aired on numerous times, remain unfulfilled because of lack of judicial and police reforms. So much has been spoken about the two issues but somehow the matter hasn’t gone beyond the talking board. Police Reform is vital for the effectiveness of the force in all respects and more so with regard to handling of situations with the public. While India gained independence in 1947, it has yet to bring out a comprehensive Police Act that is relevant to the changed scenario. Instead, the Indian Police is still fettered by having to function under the archaic Indian Police Act 1861. In difficult situations like the north east, the police force suffers from major deficiencies which largely remain unaddressed. Modernisation of the police forces in the region has become synonymous with procurement of sophisticated weaponry and equipments as well as raising of new armed police battalions such as the IRB. The other aspect of Judicial reform plays a central role in the efforts of society to strengthen the rule of law. An independent and impartial judiciary and a speedy and efficient system form the essence of civilisation. Despite over 200 years of British rule during which colonised India was exposed to the European system and education, after independence, Indian judiciary by nature turned ponderous, excruciatingly slow and inefficient. Be it colonial laws or laws enacted after independence, their interpretations and adjudications led to enormous misery for the litigants who were forced to look for non-existent extra-legal alternatives. The third factor is community involvement which has given added urgency to community policing. If public don’t trust police then it means the force has lost its direction and professionalism. Community policing cannot solve the problems of the police nor can it be a panacea to tackle crimes. It may not be a necessity but an option worth attempting and in the present circumstances, public and police need to redefine popularity as an ability to get the job done.

DailyDevotion Experience or God’s Revealed Truth? We have received…the Spirit who is from God, that we might know the things that have been freely given to us by God. —1 Corinthians 2:12 My experience is not what makes redemption real— redemption is reality. Redemption has no real meaning for me until it is worked out through my conscious life. When I am born again, the Spirit of God takes me beyond myself and my experiences, and identifies me with Jesus Christ. If I am left only with my personal experiences, I am left with something not produced by redemption. But experiences produced by redemption prove themselves by leading me beyond myself, to the point of no longer paying any attention to experiences as the basis of reality. Instead, I see that only the reality itself produced the experiences. My experiences are not worth anything unless they keep me at the Source of truth— Jesus Christ. If you try to hold back the Holy Spirit within you, with the desire of producing more inner spiritual experiences, you will find that He will break the hold and take you again to the historic Christ. Never support an experience which does not have God as its Source and faith in God as its result. If you do, your experience is anti-Christian, no matter what visions or insights you may have had. Is Jesus Christ Lord of your experiences, or do you place your experiences above Him? Is any experience dearer to you than your Lord? You must allow Him to be Lord over you, and pay no attention to any experience over which He is not Lord. Then there will come a time when God will make you impatient with your own experience, and you can truthfully say, “I do not care what I experience— I am sure of Him!” Be relentless and hard on yourself if you are in the habit of talking about the experiences you have had. Faith based on experience is not faith; faith based on God’s revealed truth is the only faith there is.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

Last Xmas nights of lights

urely it was inspiring and memorable Christmas night that could inspire everyone to witness again and again to this spectacular view of this romantic city. And Shillong, the abode of the clouds always made a special effort during Christmas. The last week of December marks the starting of vacation. There is Christmas in the air. The time is to escape from the busy todo list. Also there shall be winter rush everywhere. A Christmas holiday break is a perfect way to celebrate the festive season with your loved ones. There is time to meet relatives. Most importantly, the idea is to have fun while exploring places, interact with locals, eat and enjoy culture. Last Christmas, my family and I had been to scintillating Shillong. We set off the silence of the wee hours of the morning at Guwahati Shillong Road, curving through some of the most magical moments at Jorabat, the place is sandwiched between south Brahmaputra valley and northern part of East Khasi Hills. As we went through the outskirts of the city, the landscape started taking on a new appearance. There are pineapple plantations in the cool rolling hills. It is beautiful Shillong, often referred to as the “Scotland of the East” due to its striking similarity with the Scottish highlands. It is the most preferred destination as it is easily accessible through incredible road. After an hour-long smooth driving, a generous menu for breakfast at Jiva felt very pampered and refreshed for begin of the day. And suddenly we woke up after a glimpse of vast scenic reservoir of beautiful lake Barapani (Big Water) surrounded by hills. It is a favourite place to witness boating there to carry beauti-

was for tunately or unfortunately posted in a place where my great grandfather once treaded at the edge of India’s boundary as an evangelist at Phokhungri in 1940’s. When I got my appointment order posted at Phokhungri it was like a dream I was happy at the same time shocked and unexpected to be posted far away from home. Honestly, my first day was not a happy day since the journey was so tedious and tired some like a never ending journey for the whole day. I thought, I will not make it. My attitude reversed as I tried to cope with it by assimilating with the nature and tradition of the people in that village. The village I was posted, lies towards the north eastern part of India at the edge bordering Myanmar. Recently, the road construction work was done linking Myanmar for international trade still then, many culverts and few bridges were to be built without which vehicles cannot ply during rainy season. Due to bad risky roads only few visitors comes to these area. We could see only one or two vehicles in a day or without any vehicles some days. It was on 6th October, 2017 after Yemshi festival holidays, when I returned back from my village to Phokhung ri, my posting place at Government High School, Phokhungri with my two wheeler TVS sports, I was compelled by the circumstances to take a night sleep by the road side. During dry season, I prefer to travel by bike,

ful memories of that serene lake while Orchid Resort offers facilities for motorboat rides. The Umiam River was the first hydro electric project in North East India. While entering city, we found serpentine queue of vehicles from AS Series Number Plate. Being weekend, it was painstakingly slow for an hour drive. Kudos goes to Shillong Traffic that put the road discipline in order. We saw huge Radar at the top of a mountain at a distance that monitoring air and terrestrial traffic of Bangladesh border. Strategically it has great importance of air surveillance to control enemy airspace. It is Shillong Peak, the highest point of Shillong. A great view of Shillong is visible from the Peak View Point, Laitkor, which is often surrounded by dense fog. The only cumbersome was to wait long for entry pass from the Radar unit of IAF. There were fresh potato, tomato and green vegetables sold from the street shop along the way. The cool breeze caressed our face. The Pine trees swayed to the breeze. Down the mountain shadow, Eastern Air Command of Indian Air Force stands tall as an epitome of India’s defence establishment. The Don Bosco Centre Indigenous Cultures is a place to explore the vast culture and tradition of the North East. Shillong golf circuits are one of the oldest and natural in the world. The entire valley is dotted with thick vegetation. There are old Churches embracing Catholicism. The people were in festive mood decorating their houses. Visitors were mesmerised by the steep hills, glittering waterfalls and stunning green canyons at Cherrapunji border. It is mind blowing view of Bangladesh there. Meghalaya houses many unexplored natural caves that still waiting to be discov-

ered. Indian Navy organizes caving expedition every year. It was treasured hunt inside Mawjymbuin cave there. Being isolated, the villages are scattered near Cherrapunji. Finding an eating joint is a thorny task there. But boiled rice and fish curry somehow appeased our hunger. Visiting Elephant Falls, Rooth Bridge, Ward’s Lake are just a short picturesque drive away. The untouched natural beauty of the Blue Mountains present it most fascinating. As time crumbled away, the dark was surrounding us and we felt a bit scary moments at upper Shillong. Very soon, however we realized that city began approaching. After partly cloudy light rain, the city was sparkling bright at Christmas night hangout. It was winter rush in this pristine valley of Scintillating Shillong! The heritage buildings still hold the legacy of the bygone British era. The famous shopping haunt at Police Bazaar was crowded and found no way driving even at mid 24th night. Children visited Santa at the mall. Youngsters looked at Christmas lights at Centre Point to beat the cold with a warm drink at bar. People gathered in the evening proceeding the traditional birthday of Jesus for Midnight Mass at churches. There were Christmas Songs and Carols with fireplace around. They exchanged goodwill greetings for preparing Christmas. The Hotels including Home Stay are all booked out in the rock capital. People are really passionate about their music. There is no dearth of local talent and Tipriti Kharbangar of Soulmate, Lou Majow is from this Rock capital of India. Music lovers thronged at the ‘Polo Irish Pub’, Shillong’s first Nightclub and ultra lounge. Being Xmas it got better at ‘Piccadilly’ that

Christmas- A Time of

night. Those are such flourishing musical culture of Rocky Mountains and persuasive fusion of musical forces. We come across good dinner and entertainment at multi-cuisine restaurant ‘Platinum-Ginger’ and tried their famous sizzlers. After a glass of wine, the entire hall began to sparkle that night. The significance of Christmas is that people seemed to be filled with joie de vivre and my keen observation on church services was a sense of youthful exuberance. Well, it had been a year now. That journey was a special one. It was truly incredible driving through the sleepy hamlet surrounded by misty, foggy road. They have woken up with early mesmerizing sunrises for hunting and angling. The nights of lights was one of the most amazing place, we ever experience. Surely it was inspiring and memorable Christmas night that could inspire everyone to witness again and again to this spectacular view of this romantic city. And Shillong, the abode of the clouds always made a special effort during Christmas. It can’t wait any more. All I got to do is to tie my shoes and get out there in the wee hours of the day. I kept my driver seat ready to press the clutch pedal down, cup my left palm around the gear knob and move the lever gently. It’s no wasting time. Let’s follow the wind where it blows. I vowed to continue visiting that drive for one of those kinda nights every year because we don’t want to miss one of those nights. Stop worrying anything now because you gave your heart to Jesus last Christmas. This Xmas nights of lights invite us once again to celebrate there because “I am the Light of the world, he who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life” - Jesus. Kamal Baruah, Guwahati

hristmas is a special time. It is a family celebration. Good Friday and Eastern Sunday is Celebrated in Church. National days are celebrated with speeches and the ceremonies of Government. But Christmas is glorified in the home because it is the celebration of a Birthday. Christmas means different things to different people. To many Christmas means merely an opportunity to make. Money. Christmas has been commercialized. Many people view with each other in their preparation for the celebration of the occasion. Christmas has become a big business. Pleasure- seeking consumes the time and some try to find a Merry Christmas in what they call entertainment and fun. Instead of imbibing the spirit of Christmas, they choose to imbibe spirits at Christmas. We cannot have a Marry Christmas or a Happy New Year when we have become slaves to the passion and vices that hound us. These things materialism, Money, Artificial Pleasure- are crowing Christ out of Christmas for multitudes of people, and they have no time to consider the massage of, the Baby of Bethlehem. Today we think of that first Christmas almost 2,000 years ago. When the world experienced three phenomena: First- many stars and. Second- A new song in the Air. A world which had lost its song learned to sing again. And third- The good News- The good news that at last a savior had come to save man and women from sin. “His name shall be called Jesus, for He shall save His people from their Sins”. Jesus was the central theme of that first Christmas. The star, the Song, the Gifts, the Kneeling, the Joy, the Hope, the excitement all were because of Him. God’s stare promised peace to the world if we will believe and trust Him. But having rejected Jesus Christ, the prince of people, we have no peace in the world. Too often our synthetic stars bring only fear, anxiety and even more wars “Unto you to born this day…. A Saviour which is Christ the Lord “says the scripture. Heaven and Earth joined together! God and mankind reconciled. Hope for the hopeless pardon for the quality, forgiveness for the conscious- stricken, peace for this who knew no peace, good news for these who have had nothing but bad news! Can treat sin, no psychiatrist in the world can cure sin. And Christmas is not Christmas without a massage on the death and resurrection of Christ. That is why He born. That was the massage of the first Christmas. The Christmas massage says that God’s grace is greater than our sin. The Christmas massage has not changed after nearly 2,000 years. Christmas still reminds us that God is with us, yes, there is still a start in the sky. In spite of all the pessimism, and cynicism, In spite of all the headlines about murder, assassination, riots, demonstration, and wars, there is still a star in the sky. And Jesus is alive to reconcile us to God. This Christmas accept Jesus Christ as your Saviour and Lord. Give Him the gift that He wants- your hears, your soul, your life. That is the real meaning of Christ. S. Longkok Kichu, Kichutip Ward Mokokchung

A night, I dared by the road side

even though it was a tiredsome journey. The reason why I prefer two wheeler was due to uncertainty of vehicle coming and going from Meluri to Phokhungri and sometimes unnecessary trouble when vehicles were not available for one or two days while coming and going. The distance is 200 kilometers away from my village (Chizami) which is a one whole day journey for my bike. Unfortunately, on the above mentioned date, around 3:30 pm I was stuck in the mudslide unable to move after two to three attempts of moving forward and then backward in between Weshelo village and New Thewati. Alas! I was in a no mobile network area and my preconceived ideas of hearing people from the village did not work out. I was in a dilemma, could not decide what to do for twenty minutes and without help, also there was no possibility of any vehicle coming or going from either side. At last, I decided to walk down to New Thewati village for help. It took me more than one hour to reach the river through short way. To my utter shock I realized I can’t pass through it since there was no area with less water or even bridge. I went up and down the side of the river to cross the river but no safe area to pass through and I was completely exhausted by that time and since I traveled the whole day. In case, if I want to go to New Thewati through the hanging bridge I have to go upside to the road and take the road but it was already so dark and I could see that it

will take so long to reach the hanging bridge and to the village. Therefore, I decided to climb up even though so tired to the place where I kept my bike. It was almost dark around 5:30 pm when I was in the river alone. As I climbed up a little bit to the road side and rest a little maybe 10:00 minutes by the side of the road but then heartened my mind to reach the place where I kept my bike and it was dark 8:30 pm without torch light when I reached that particular place. I searched for a suitable place to lay down by the side of the road and finally found one. This was how I slept by the road side without any vehicle coming or going by the road side. I carry small tarpaulin for covering my bike so that tarpaulin was spread out and I used umbrella to protect myself from the dew drops. I used all my warm clothes to warm myself. My shoes were already wet when I reached the river side so I changed my socks. I have one vessel to make noise if wild animals turn up and one small Pipe Wrench to protect myself from my enemies which I dared. I did sleep a little out of tiredness but was awake after 1:00 am due to cold waves and by 3:30 am I heard the sound of a vehicle coming from Phokhungri side. It was so heart warming to hear that sound and instantly I thought it was TATA MOBILE vehicle out early in the morning for some work. Hurriedly, I jumped out without my shoes to stop the vehicle and it happened to be Assam Rifles’ vehicle. The approaching

AR vehicles stopped, as I halted them. Also, my bike was stuck in the middle of the road filled with the mud sludge and three AR personnel along with me lifted my bike for me. I felt so sorry for them as they had to move into the mud sludge and painted their shoes and clothes early in the morning to help me out and also clear their way. I was so happy and they said it’s Okay to help. One of them asked me if I was a government teacher because I told them that I was serving as a teacher at Phokhungri and immediately one of them identified me since they were stationed awhile at GHS Teacher’s quarter. They were ready to offer their food to me if I was hungry when they learned that I had no food the previous night but I was feeling so cold and not hungry and I wanted to reach my destination early. They may be doubting whether I could reach Phokhungri so again they asked me if they need to carry my bike from their vehicle and dropped me if needed but I politely refuse to give unnecessary trouble as I can move on. They emboldened me by saying that they will come from behind if I need any assistance. All these kind gestures warmly filled my heart when I was totally disappointed with the road conditions and the misfortune I encountered on that day. Sharing this kind of personal incident is like a disgrace exposing the truth and may even have negative impact to those people who have bundles of excuses but beautiful when viewed positively Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this

for beating the odd circumstances. And, this is the best thing I can give back to those who took trouble to help me. Many may have the same experience like me, but without help, just put a beautiful smile because here is also another guy with the same trouble! But, I thank 22nd Battalion Assam Rifles ‘Bais Bahadur’ A-coy for their assistance. Thank you Sir to the company commander and to all your personnel who assisted me during my trouble. May your company be the best amongst the best. You said to me that, ‘this is our duty and we are here to do this kind of work’. May God bless all the good works you execute. Indeed, I was relieved and I have to move on. It was still dark, the morning light yet to break by that time. It was 4 O’clock in

the morning. So, I resumed my journey again and the two rivers I met in between were quite okey, the water levels were about 2 and half feet which I managed to swim across with my bike alone without any problem. I thank God for my journey and the good experience I had, and enabling me to reach safely to Phokhungri. I, personally suggest that the people of this area needs a special local disaster response team (partnership with the government) to rescue and assist the visitors and tourist in time of distress and during unfortunate disasters on their way to Phokhungri or Shilloi lake or Trade Centre (especially during rainy season). Kutsholo Tsuhah, Graduate Teacher (RMSA) Government High School, Phokhungri

Reader’s Post

Law and order in Dimapur

Sir,

Lately, law and order problems have been popping up in Dimapur. This is not a good sign at all. Kidnapping for ransom, rampant extortion, shootings and murders. What kind of culture is being nurtured and allowed to flourish? The public is silently observing all these unfortunate incidents. When it becomes too much to take, all hell will break loose. We are bloody fed up with these rogue elements and parasites threatening to plunge our society into chaos and anarchy. We will not let these rats destroy the culture of peace and harmony, fragile as it may seem. I strongly urge the law enforcement agencies as well as the state government to take up these matters on war-footing. We the citizens of Dimapur want to feel safe, go around Dimapur without feeling threatened, have a good time with families and friends. Merry Christmas, everyone. Stay safe. I Longkumer newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

EVMs are tamper-proof: CEC

NEW DELHI, Dec 20 (PTI): Chief Election Commissioner Sunil Arora asserted Thursday that Electronic Voting Machines cannot be tampered with, as he described EVMs as being “tossed like a football” in political discourse. He also said the Election Commission is striving to ensure that incidents of EVM malfunctions reported during polls are reduced to a minimum. “We are not satisfied. We are moving forward to ensure that there are not even a few incidents (of malfunction),” he told news agency PTI in an interview. A former bureaucrat, Arora was appointed as an election commissioner on August 31, 2017. He succeeded Om Prakash Rawat as Chief Election Commissioner on December 1 this year after he retired. Arora said tampering and malfunctioning are two separate things. “Tampering shows mala fide (intention). Malfunction can happen,” he said. There were 1.76 lakh polling booths in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Mizoram and Telangana, where assembly elections were held

Sunil Arora (File)

recently, Arora said. There were very few incidents of EVM malfunctioning (less than one per cent) of the total machines deployed, he said. A total of 1.76 lakh EVMs were deployed -one machine per booth -- during the elections. He said the poll panel is continuously working to ensure that there are not even a few incidents of malfunction. “EVM is only a machine which records votes. Can it be programmed? No. A polite but emphatic no,” he asserted. He said while the 2014 Lok Sabha elections had one result, the assembly elections in Delhi held soon after had an entirely different result. Recent assembly polls in the five states had

100 tons of ginger exported in Dec

Bags of ginger being loaded on to a tuck.

D I M A P U R , JA N 2 0 (NPN): Eleutheros Christian Society, in collaboration with Kissan Network and North East Initiative Development Agency (NEIDA), exported more than 10 truckloads (100 tons) of ginger this month and plans to export another 20 truckloads by April 2019. Since 2017, the society, with support from Kissan Network and NEIDA, has been marketing ginger to Delhi and Mumbai. The mutual selfinterest of providing the

best possible price to the farmers and agreement on a profit sharing model has been the driving force that both group shares. Ginger as a crop is suitable in most regions of Nagaland and needs to be seen as a profitable intercrop. Under the MOVCD project, the horticulture department has supported 500 farmers under ECS and continues to help in organic certification and have formed the farmers’ cooperative societies.

different results and even the bypolls held earlier had different results, he pointed out. “If the result is ‘X’, it is okay. But if it is ‘Y’ then the EVM is faulty,” he said, responding to allegations by political parties on the reliability of EVMs. Responding to a query, Arora said while political parties were free to target the Election Commission and question its impartiality as it was their “right” as an important stakeholder, he said he was “hurt” that the EVM was being “tossed like a football”. Political parties are an important stakeholder after voters, he said. The Chief Election Commissioner said it is the stand of the Election Commission that the country will not go back to the ballot paper.

“I am reiterating the stand today,” he said. The Election Commission will hold the 2019 general election under Arora. Besides the Lok Sabha polls, Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, Odisha, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim are scheduled to be held next year. Arora also said that everyone in the Commission will continue to put their best foot forward to meet the expectation of all the stakeholders strictly in consonance and in conformity with the vision and ideals of the Constitution. “We are also aware that Elections to Lok Sabha are in the offing. The internal preparations for this actually started sometimes back. We will try to meticulously prepare on all fronts...” “All my colleagues in the EC, we will elicit and want to solicit cooperation of all the stakeholders including political parties, members of the civil society, NGOs, media and all those who have a stake in the crucial events like elections to Lok Sabha of India,” he said.

Former CM Zeliang bereaved

(From p-1) In a condolence message issued by media cell, Patton said late Latongle was a devoted mother and a graceful lady, and has been a source of strength and inspiration to her children and family members. “During this hour of sadness, I along with the State BJP legislators convey our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and pray for the departed soul to find eternal peace,” Patton stated. NPF president: Naga People’s Front (NPF) president and former chief minister, Dr. Shürhozelie Liezietsu, has also expressed sadness over the demise of Latongle Rangkau, and said it was “immensely sorrowful and pain to loss a person so dear to us as our own mother.” In a condolence message, Dr. Shürhozelie pointed out that she had raised sincere, dedicated and illustrious leaders to serve the Naga people to a greater height such as TR Zeliang and other siblings, adding that it was a good testimony of how she guided and raised her children to extend help towards the society. NPF president, on his behalf and on behalf of party rank and file, conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members and prayed to the Almighty God to grant solace and comfort at this hour of grief. Meanwhile, Moatoshi Longkumer, MLA 2 Dimapur –II A/C has expressed deep grief over passing of late Latongle Rangkau and extended sincere and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family at this most difficult of times. In a condolence message, Moatoshi Longkumer said “there must be a great emptiness left by her passing, but I am certain that the strength of the love that you and your family share for each other and for her will get you through this difficult time.” MLA prayed that her wonderful and gentle soul will always be remembered and departed soul rest in eternal peace.

PAC sets deadlines for govt, NPGs

(From p-1) USLP officials, who had a brief consultative meeting with stakeholders of the village, council members and GBs, lamented and condemned the “cowardly act of Mr. Hukato for manhandling the villagers”. USLP said even women and children were not spared and threatened them of dire consequences by taking his body guards with sophisticated weapons. USLP described the act as “totally against the Cease Fire ground rules between the Government of India and the GPRN/ NSCN -U.” USLP demanded the “GPRN/NSCN- Unification Government” to clarify its stand on the issue whether the “government authorized him to razed the village” publicly in written as sought in its previous press release dated December 13, 2018. USLP also strongly demanded the government to expedite the investigation as per the FIR lodged and to immediately arrest the unauthorized personnel/accused. USLP cautioned the government that failure to take action, it would have no option but to take its own course of action. Further, USLP asked the state government to provide immediate reliefs to the displaced families at the earliest.

Entrepreneurship to bring about changes: Rio

(From p-1) On the future of entrepreneurship in Nagaland, Rio said, “I am very optimistic that not very far into the future, the ingenuity of creative Naga youths will emerge as a major strength with proper logistic and technical support. On the current positive trends, Rio said many Naga entrepreneurs were currently serving global clients, providing varied services including branding and graphic designing, product designing, photo and visual production, content writing and editing, music production, event management etc. Rio expressed optimism that the cohesive effort in sharing ideas, expertise, and logistic support between the government and organizations present at the summit will enhance the capacity of entrepreneurs and provide them a platform. Delivering a special address, UNDP deputy residence representative Nadia Rasheed , revealed that UNDP have supported the government of Nagaland

in its effort to expand livelihoods and tackle climate change. “We are also working together to strengthen health systems and ensure timely delivery of vaccines, even to the most remote communities and we have also recently initiated support to advance SDG implementation,” Rasheed said. Outlining the importance of Micro Small Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as a nursery for budding entrepreneurs, she pointed out that Nagaland and the Northeast region were endowed with a rich and diverse resource base, which needs to be tapped sustainably and with care and sensitivity. Spelling hope for the region, Rasheed said “We believe that the region is ripe for local entrepreneurship. Businessmen and women developing local solutions could make a real difference to address challenges faced by people and communities.” Furtehr, Rasheed called for the need to expand partnerships and economies, greater integration of markets, and forging deeper linkages to Southeast

Asian markets. “This summit offers an opportunity to strengthen such partnerships and share knowledge, experience and solutions,” she maintained. The director of IIFT and honorary economic advisor of IDAN, Manoj Pant, who also spoke on the occasion, presented myriad options that the state and the region could explore with regard to creating a conducive environment for entrepreneurship. Other highlights of the programme were invocation by Rev Dr Chingmak Chang, welcome address by CEO of IDAN, Alemtemshi Jamir; release of the theme paper by chief minister Neiphiu Rio and dignitaries on the dias; distribution of certificates to entrepreneurs for the completion of Empretech Primer Workshop; a video message by minister of commerce and industry and civil aviation, Government of India, Suresh Prabhu; and the release of blueprint by director general, ICSI, Dr Gulshan Sharma. Inaugural session was chaired by Karen Sumi.

NLA secretariat clarifies

Dimapur: Apropos its press release “Resolution of the Parliamentary Working Committee of the Joint Legislators’ Forum on Nagaland Political Issue”, published in local dailies on December 20, 2018, the Nagaland legislative Assembly (NLA) secretariat has clarified that it should be read as “resolution of the Parliamentary Working Committee of the Joint Legislators’ Forum on Naga Political Issue.” NLA secretariat has deeply regretted the inconvenience caused.

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Govt to infuse Rs 83,000 cr in PSBs New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI): The government Thursday said it will enhance the capital infusion in public sector banks to Rs 83,000 crore, taking the total to Rs 1.06 lakh crore for the fiscal. The capital will be pumped in over the next few months, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said, adding that the move will increase the lending capacity of public sector banks (PSBs) as well as help some of them come out of RBI’s watchlist. The government had earlier announced infusion of Rs 65,000 crore in PSBs in 2018-19, of which Rs 23,000 crore has already been disbursed, while Rs 42,000 crore is remaining. The gover nment Thursday sought Parliament’s approval for infusion of an additional Rs 41,000 crore. This amount, sought to be infused in the banks through issue of government securities (recapitalisation bonds), is over and above the Rs 2.11 lakh crore recapitalisation plan announced in October 2017. The recapitalisation, the finance minister said, will enhance the lending capacity of state-owned banks and help them come out of RBI’s Prompt Corrective

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Action (PCA) framework. “Now this Rs 1.06 lakh crore this year and Rs 83,000 crore which is remaining is going to be utilised under four different heads. The first of course is to ensure that banks meet their regulatory capital norms. “The second will be that the better performing banks under PCA are given capital to achieve a 9 per cent Capital to Risk Weighted Assets Ratio (CRAR) and required capital conservation buffer and the 6 per cent net NPA requirements so that some of them are able to come out of the PCA itself,” he said. The third category will be the non-PCA banks which are very close to the PCA red-line will be provided capital so that they do not come under the framework, he said. Some capital will also be provided to banks which are going to be amalgamated to meet regulatory

norms and growth capital, Jaitley added. Earlier this year, the government had announced merger of Dena Bank and Vijaya Bank with Bank of Baroda. Jaitley also said the non-perfor ming assets (NPAs) recognition, started in 2015, is almost complete, and the September quarter has shown decline in bad loans. Gross NPAs of PSBs started declining after peaking in March 2018, registering a reduction of Rs 23,860 crore in the first half of the fiscal. Speaking to reporters, Financial Services Secretary Rajiv Kumar said three banks were on the verge of being included in the PCA, but with this infusion, they will be safe. A total of 11 out of the 21 PSBs are under RBI’s PCA framework, which imposes lending restrictions on weak banks. “India’s PCA framework for weaker banks has more onerous thresholds, that is higher capital thresholds and a net NPA threshold that further embeds capital requirement on account of provisioning of NPAs. “Today’s proposal is an expression of government’s commitment that

each PSB is an article of faith, and aims at securing compliance even for the higher regulatory norms,” Kumar said. Asked if the Nirav Modi scam-hit Punjab National Bank (PNB) will get capital support, he said it could be a candidate for fund infusion. Kumar said that PSBs have recovered Rs 60,726 crore of bad loans in the first half of the current fiscal year, which is more than double the amount recovered in the corresponding period last year. In October 2017, the government decided to infuse Rs 2.11 lakh crore in PSBs over the next two years -- through budgetary provisions of Rs 18,139 crore, recapitalisation bonds of Rs 1.35 lakh crore, and the balance through raising of capital by banks from the market. The government envisaged that PSBs would raise Rs 58,000 crore from the stock markets by March 2019 to meet Basel III norms. Kumar said out of this, Rs 24,400 crore has been raised by banks so far. The secretary also said four banks -- SBI, Bank of Baroda, Indian Bank and Vijaya Bank -- may not need capital.

Net equity mutual fund inflow hits 3-month low in Nov New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI): Equity mutual fund schemes registered a net inflow of Rs 8,414 crore in November, making it the lowest in three months, mainly due to a volatile market. With this, the total inflow in equities has reached over Rs 82,200 crore during the current financial year so far (April-November), according to data from the Association of Mutual Funds in India (Amfi). According to the data, equity and equity-linked saving schemes saw an inflow of Rs 8,414 crore in November, much lower than Rs 12,622 crore registered in the preceding month. In September, such schemes had witnessed an inflow of Rs 11,172 crore and Rs 8,375 crore in August. “We appreciate the maturity shown by retail investors in staying invested in the markets, in spite of the volatility over the last few months,” Amfi Chief Executive N S Venkatesh said. “As India becomes the fastest-growing economy and with inflation rates slowing down, equities are expected to perform better in the near future,” he added.

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Rupee rallies 69 paise; settles below 70-mark

Mumbai, Dec 20 (PTI): The rupee strengthened further by 69 paise to close at 69.70 against the US dollar Thursday as the Fed raised the interest rate but lowered its projection for future hikes. Tumbling crude oil prices and sustained selling of the greenback by exporters and banks gave further impetus to the local unit, forex dealers said. This is the four th straight session of gains for the rupee, during which it has rallied by a hefty 220 paise. At the Interbank Foreign Exchange (forex) market, the local unit opened lower at 70.63. It touched a high of 69.65 on robust dollar selling, before finally finishing at 69.70, up 69 paise from its previous close. The US Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate for the fourth time this year, and signalled more next year, albeit at a slower pace than expected. The quarter-point increase, to 2.25-2.5 per cent, lifted the Fed’s key rate to its highest point since 2008. “Fed slashed the interest rate hike trajectory for

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CY19 to two from four in 2018, which is positive for emerging market to attract liquidity,” said Vinod Nair, Head of Research, Geojit Financial Services Ltd. Globally, Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, was trading at USD 55.45 per barrel, down 3.13 per cent. The Financial Benchmark India Private Ltd (FBIL) set the reference rate for the rupee/dollar at 70.2835 and for rupee/ euro at 80.0548. The reference rate for rupee/British pound was fixed at 88.8454 and for rupee/100 Japanese yen at 62.79. On a net basis, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) sold shares worth Rs 386.44 crore Thursday, provisional data available with BSE showed.

New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI): The government Thursday sought approval from Parliament for equity infusion worth Rs 2,345 crore into struggling Air India and another Rs 1,300 crore for Air India Asset Holding. As part of efforts to revive the financial fortunes of the national carrier, the government has decided to transfer debt worth Rs 29,000 crore to Air India Asset Holding Company, a special purpose vehicle. The airline has debt worth around Rs 55,000 crore. In the second batch of Supplementary Demands for Grants 2018-19 tabled by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in the Lok Sabha, approval has been sought for Rs 2,345 crore equity infusion into the airline under a turnaround plan. Besides, Parliament’s nod has been sought for providing grantsin-aid of Rs 1,300 crore to Air India Asset Holding. Earlier this year, the government’s strategic stake sale offer for Air India failed to attract any bidders and since then, various other options are being explored to improve the financial position of the national carrier.

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Indian equity market at 12 per cent is among the lowest compared to major developed and emerging markets like UK (12 per cent), US (16 per cent), China (19 per cent), Japan (17 per cent), South Korea (14 per cent), Hong Kong (19 per cent) and Brazil (21 per cent),” he said. On the domestic front, non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) and housing finance companies (HFCs) have been facing tight liquidity since September 2018, he said, adding that though much has improved on account of various steps taken by RBI in providing systemic liquidity.

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Ko l k ata , D e c 2 0 (IANS): Global capital markets which have been volatile in the current year are likely to remain volatile. The volatility in Indian equity market at 12 per cent, during the current fiscal upto mid-December, is among the lowest compared to major developed and emerging markets, SEBI Chairman Ajay Tyagi said on Thursday. “The capital markets, globally, have been quite volatile during the current year and are likely to remain so in coming times on account of various factors such as US Fed rate hikes, volatile oil prices, intensifying trade conflicts and sanctions. The Indian markets have also been affected by these factors,” said Tyagi. The performance of the Indian capital market compares favourably with the other major global economies on various pa-

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Section 56 of the Income Tax Act provides that where a closely held company issues its shares at a price more than its fair market value, the amount received in excess of the fair market value will be charged to tax the company as income from other sources. They also enjoy income tax benefit for three out of seven consecutive assessment years. An angel investor is the one who funds a startup when it is taking baby steps to establish itself in the competitive market. Normally, about 300-400 startups get angel funding in a year. The gover nment launched the Startup India initiative in January 2016 to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship.

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any exemption from any provision. To get exemption, there is a separate mechanism,” Abhsihek said. Over 14,000 startups have registered so far but all does not get exemption from income tax. Earlier, when budding entrepreneurs raised concerns over angel tax issues, in April, the government gave relief to startups by allowing them to avail tax concession if total investment, including funding from angel investors, does not exceed Rs.10 crore. As per a notification, an angel investor picking up stakes in a startup should have a minimum net worth of Rs.2 crore or should have an average returned income of over Rs.25 lakh in the preceding three financial years.

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was set up in 2016, has so far exempted 94 startups from income tax. However, since revision of investment norms in April this year, only two startups have have got exemption. “We have a mechanism for exempting genuine investments in startups. So, people should use that mechanism. Everything is online, they should take advantage,” he said. When asked about the tax notices being served recently, the secretary said the department would like to see details of those notices. Startups have to qualify on certain parameters such as Rs.25 crore turnover to get exemption from income tax. “Registration with the DIPP is as per the eligibility criteria...but that does not qualify any startup to get

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and investments made by AIF (alternate investment funds) are exempted from this provision. “For HNIs and other type of individual investors, there was no mechanism earlier. So, DIPP and income tax department put in place a mechanism and set up an inter-ministerial board. “People who would like investments to be exempted from this particular provision under the law, have to apply,” he told reporters here. The secretary said the department wants more and more startups to apply for tax exemption. “If specific issues and problems are pointed out to us by startups, we will take that up with the concerned department,” the secretary said. The board, which

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New Delhi, Dec 20 (PTI): Amid concerns being raised by budding entrepreneurs on angel tax, the commerce and industry ministry said Thursday that startups need to seek the exemption from an inter-ministerial board set up for the purpose. Ramesh Abhishek, secretary in the department of industrial policy and promotion (DIPP), said that the ministry is already taking up the matter with the department of revenue. Several startups have again raised concerns on taxation of angel funds under Section 56 of the Income Tax Act, which provides for taxation of funds received by an entity. He said that the purpose of section 56(2)(viib) of Income Tax Act was to prevent money laundering,

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West trying to ‘hold back’ Russia: Putin

He began the press conference, as usual, by reeling off economic growth figures. “The main thing is that we need to get into a new economic league. We could very well take the fifth place in terms of size of economy. And I think we’ll do that,” he said. Russia is currently ranked 12th in the world pecking order by the International Monetary Fund, which lists the United States first, followed by China, Japan, Germany and Britain. Putin said the economy grew 1.7 per cent over the first 10 months of the year, roughly in line with predictions, while unemployment was down. Fullyear growth is estimated at 1.8 per cent. “After a long break, a small growth in real incomes has nonetheless been recorded,” he added. But he appeared to damn his prime minister, former president Dmitry

US does not want to be ‘policeman of the Middle East’: Donald Trump

Washington, Dec 20 (AFP): The United States does not want to be the “Policeman” of the Middle East, US President Donald Trump tweeted Thursday, as he defended his controversial decision to pull US forces out of Syria. “Does the USA want to be the Policeman of the Middle East, getting nothing but spending precious lives and trillions of dollars protecting others who, in almost all cases, do not appreciate what we are doing? Do we want to be there forever? Time for others to finally fight....,” he tweeted.

Trump added: “Russia, Iran, Syria & many others are not happy about the U.S. leaving, despite what the Fake News says, because now they will have to fight ISIS and others, who they hate, without us.” “I am building by far the most powerful military in the world. ISIS hits us they are doomed!” The US president faced intense opposition to his abrupt announcement Wednesday that Islamic State had been defeated in the region, and that he was ordering the 2,000 US troops in Syria to exit the country.

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at boosting President Petro Poroshenko’s chances in an unpredictable election next year. The Kremlin demands questions be sent in advance, but reporters every year go to great lengths to encourage the president to call on them. This year one journalist was dressed as a Russian fairytale character, the snow maiden, while another came holding a tambourine. Organisers, however, put a size limit on the placards media representatives traditionally hold up to attract Putin’s attention. The president began the tradition of such end-ofyear press events in 2001, but with time they have evolved into marathon events. Since 2004, all December press conferences have surpassed three hours. His record was in 2008, when questions and answers went on for four hours and 40 minutes. The appearance was shown live on several TV stations, with some channels trailing the event with a day-long countdown clock. As Russia has become increasingly centralised under Putin, questions at the conference have begun to resemble lobbying attempts to resolve specific problems, from fixing roads to freeing political prisoners.

Beijing, Dec 20 (IANS): China and the US will hold fresh trade negotiations in January, with both parties having already exchanged points of view, officials said on Thursday. The two superpowers have been involved in a trade war in recent months, although both sides agreed to a 90-day truce to seek to a resolution to the dispute. Addressing a press conference in Beijing on Thursday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Gao Feng said the two countries would organize consultations and meetings to promote the implementation of the consensus reached between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump. The spokesperson did not provide details about who would take part in the talks or where they would be held, Efe news reported. “The potential for trade cooperation between the two countries was huge and the nature of win-win cooperation would not change,” Gao said, according to stateowned newspaper the China Daily. Xi and Trump agreed on the 90-day suspension of the trade dispute on December 1 during a working dinner held on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Washington, Dec 20 (PTI): The US Senate has approved a legislation to temporarily fund the government in an effort to avoid a partial shutdown just before Christmas after President Donald Trump backed away from his demand for money for a border wall with Mexico. Senators on Wednesday passed the measure, which would keep government running to 8 February. The House of Representatives needs to pass similar bill to avoid a government shutdown this

weekend. House, in which the Republicans currently has a majority, is expected to pass the bill, but unlikely to include funding for the border wall. Unless the issue is resolved, more than 800,000 federal workers would face furloughs or be forced to work without pay, disrupting government operations days before Christmas. Trump said in an Oval Office meeting with top congressional Democratic leaders last week that he would be “proud” to shut down part of the government in service of forcing

Congress to give him the full USD 5 billion he wants for a border wall. The border wall was central to Trump’s presidential campaign. “The American people know the president’s wall is ineffective, expensive, and only serves as a political bone to his most conservative supporters – certainly not worth a government shutdown,” Senator Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, said. “It’s good that Republicans in the Senate finally realised that they should not shut down the govern-

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The Zeliangrong Mipui Organisation, (ZMO) with immense pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to the following individuals on their achievement in the recently declared NPSC results and bringing laurels to the community. 1. Ms. Meningsiliu Rentta – Medical Officer 2. Ms. Asuile Leigise – Junior Engineer, W&H Deptt. 3. Mr. Ilamwangbe Zeme – Asst. Conservator of Forest 4. Mr. Nchibamneu Newmai – Inspector of Statistics. The Organisation (ZMO) further wishes them greater success in their future endeavours. ALUILE APEUNA IHEILUNG Gen. Secretary, ZMO President, ZMO

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With immense pride and honour, the Pongching Union Kohima conveys its heartiest congratulations to Er. Longkhai N Chemdok, S/o Mr. Nyieba Chemdok and Mrs Chingshei Chemdok of Pongching Village for clearing the recently declared NPSC Examination for the post of SDO Cl. I Gazetted under PWD Department. The Union genuinely acknowledge and appreciate your hard labour, sincerity and dedication for bringing laurels to the Union and village in general. (A. Apok Chemdok) (L. Nyaklei) General Secretary, PUK President, PUK K Y M C

Dated, Kohima the th Dec/2018. NO.HG/.Q.M-7/2009/ Condemned Government store items under the Department of the Home Guards & Civil Defence, Nagaland will be disposed off at the premises of the Central Training Institute, Toluvi, Dimapur. 2. Interested parties are invited to bid by quoting rates per kilograms for the items of iron and C.G.I. Sheets. 3. The items can be inspected on any working days at the Central Training Institute, Toluvi, Dimapur. The details of the items are as under:S.L. NO Name of items

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4. Quotation should be submitted on 15th January 2019 to the Office of the Commandant, Central Training Institute, Toluvi, Dimapur and shall be opened on the same day at 11.00 Hrs in the presence of bidders or their representative. 5. The items will be sold to the highest bidder on full payment of the Treasury Challan/Bank Draft of State Bank of India to be made in favour of the undersigned. 6. All right to decide the final bid shall be reserved with the on receipt of the recommendation of the Board constituted which shall be final and binding in all matters related to the auction. Sd/TOSHITSUNGBA AIER I.P.S Director General Issued by DIPR DC-2056

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Washington of misleading what had been agreed on in Singapore. “The United States must now recognize the accurate meaning of the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, and especially, must study geography the right way,” the statement said. “When we talk about the Korean Peninsula, it includes the territory of our republic and also the entire region of (South Korea) where the United States has placed its invasive force, including nuclear weapons. When we talk about the complete denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, it means the removal of all sources of nuclear threat, not only from the South and North but also from areas neighboring the Korean

The Dimapur Tsungiki Ekhung (DTE) congratulate Mr. E. Limachan Kikon for obtaining the post of Junior Engineer (Electrical Engg) (Cl-II Gazetted) under Power Department. We are proud of his great achievement and we pray that God will guide him in all his future endeavour. (P. Yibemo Kikon) Chairman, DTE

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Peninsula,” the statement said. The nuclear negotiations between Washington and Pyongyang stalled since the Trump-Kim meeting. The United States wants North Korea to provide a detailed account of nuclear and missile facilities that would be inspected and dismantled under a potential deal, while the North is insisting that sanctions be lifted first. The North Korean statement came a day after Stephen Biegun, the Trump’s administration’s special envoy on North Korea, told reporters in South Korea that Washington was reviewing easing travel restrictions on North Korea to facilitate humanitarian shipments to help resolve the impasse in nuclear negotiations.

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ment over a wall that does not have enough support to pass the House or Senate and is not supported by a majority of the country,” Schumer said. “It is unfortunate that Trump’s demand for a border wall from sea to shining sea has held up seven appropriations bills that have been debated and passed out of committee on a bipartisan basis,” said Senator Dick Durbin.

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We the Chen Area Students' Union Mon, Nagaland would like to extend our heartiest congratulation to the below mentioned members for coming out successfully in the Combined Technical Service Examination 2017 which was declared recently. 1. Ms. Y. Yawing Konyak, D/o Late Yanboh and Mansha acquiring the Post of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon (Class-I Gazetted) under Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department. 2. Ms. H. Mongngam, D/o Shri. Honshin and Late Manthron acquiring the post of Technical Assistant (Class-III Non gazetted) under Information Technology and Communication Department. The Union wish them a bright future in their future endeavour. (W. Tawang) (S. Joseph Salim) General Secretary President CASU CASU

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I am constrained to give this rejoinder on the caption Public Information written by Mr. T. Ezanbemo Ngullie, AG Church, Chukitong, Mr. T. Mhonbemo Kithan, AG Church N/Longidang, Mr. Yanthungo, Former Church Secretary AG Church Chukitong and Mr. Zantsemo Ngullie, Church Secretary AG Church, N/Longidang which appeared in the Nagaland Post on 18th December 2018. 1. Mr. T. Ezanbemo Ngullie and T. Mhonbemo Kithan are no more pastor of the said Church as they have been suspended by the society for their anti-society activities. Therefore, what so ever they have written was done under the instigation of Mr. T. Nzio just to tarnish the good name of the Assemblies of God Mission. 2. Rev. Moses Murry, General Superintendent of AGEI has never deputed Mr. T. Nzio to minister the foundation laying at Chukitong and N Longitang AG Church. In one of his statements, Mr. T Nzio stated "my action is the profession of my faith and which is the divine revelation, and therefore, the gates of hell shall prevailed upon it." Therefore, Rev. Moses Murry deputed him does not arise. 3. Under the Leadership of Rev. Moses Murry and team, we have established about 170 new Churches in North-East India but he/we never buried Bible in laying the Church foundation as it is unscriptural, neither the doctrine of The Assemblies of God Mission. The Assemblies of God Mission honor and believes that the Bible is the Holy Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16). 4. Mr. T Nzio was given opportunity to repent and apologize for his unscriptural practices of literally burying Bible in laying the foundation of these said Churches, but he never repented and apologized. Instead of repenting and apologizing he appealed to the Hon'ble High Court but the Hon'ble High Court, Kohima Bench vide no WP© NO.53 (K) 18, dated 14.09.18 has dismissed his appeal. And also the Civil Judge (Jr) Wokha vide I.A No 1/18 case no Civil Suit - 3/17 dated 14.12.2018 has restrained him from acting as Reverend and/ or taking service in the AG Church Wokha Town. 5. Some leaders from Chukitong and N. Longidang A.G Church approached Rev. Moses Murry and requested him to dedicate their Church building. In respond, Rev. Moses Murry informed that he/society will never dedicate until and unless the Bible is exhumed from the building. Accordingly, Chukitong A.G Church exhumed the Bible from the foundation and Rev. Moses Murry dedicated the Church on 2nd December 2017 6. Therefore, whatsoever, Mr. T. Ezanbemo Ngullie, Mr. T. Mhonbemo Kithan, Mr. Yanthungo and Mr. Zantsemo Ngullie has published in the Nagaland Post on the 18th December 2018 was done just to tarnish the good name of the Assemblies of God Mission and its leadership and particularly Rev. Moses Murry under the instigation of Mr. T. Nzio, and it is considered as void and null. 7. WE CONCLUDE THAT SINCE THE MATTER IS SUB-JUDICAL BEFORE THE COURTS, THE COURTS WILL COME TO ITS RIGHT DECISION. AS SUCH WE WILL BE ISSUNG NO FURTHER STATEMENTS WITH REGARDS THE ISSUE Rev. R. Sanga Keivom General Secretary THE ASSEMBLIES OF GOD OF EAST INDIA

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North Korean soldiers prepares to launch a Hwasong-14 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in North Korea’s northwest on July 4, 2017. (File)

US Senate passes bill to avert shutdown

P.O MANGKOLEMBA, DISTRICT: MOKOKCHUNG, NAGALAND

While praising the Almighty God, the Village of Lakhuni Senso Telongjem with immense pride and joy congratulate Mr. Arenlong, S/o Mr. Lanupokyim & Mrs. Merenkala for being the first and best among the villagers for securing the No. 1 position, to the post of S.D.O, under Department of Power in the recently declared NPSC result. S. WATI LANGU MANGKO WALLING President LSM Secretary LSM

Seoul, Dec 20 (AP): North Korea said Thursday it will never unilaterally give up its nuclear weapons unless the United States removes its nuclear threat first, a statement that raises further doubts on whether leader Kim Jong Un will ever relinquish an arsenal he may see as his greatest guarantee of survival. The statement carried by the official Korean Central News Agency came amid a deadlock in nuclear negotiations between the United States and North Korea over the sequencing of the denuclearization process and removal of international sanctions. Kim and President Donald Trump met June 12 in Singapore where they issued a vague goal for the “complete denuclearization” of the Korean Peninsula without describing when and how it would occur. But North Korea for decades has been pushing a concept of denuclearization that bears no resemblance to the American definition, vowing to pursue nuclear development until the United States removes its troops and the nuclear umbrella defending South Korea and Japan. In Thursday’s statement, the North reiterated its traditional stance on denuclearization and accused

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Medvedev, with faint praise, saying that he was “generally” happy with the work of his government. Putin was re-elected to a fourth term in March with nearly 77 percent of the vote, but recent polls have seen his support drop below 50 percent. His previous term in the Kremlin was defined by a decline in living standards for many Russians, despite what were perceived as foreign policy wins. During the wide-ranging question and answer session, Putin praised US President Donald Trump’s decision to pull troops out of Syria, but condemned his withdrawal from a Cold War arms agreement. He warned of a “collapse of the international arms (control) system” following Washington’s announcement it would drop the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces agreement. Earlier the president said Moscow would develop new missiles in response to the move. Putin also addressed the recent escalation of tensions with Ukraine following a naval confrontation in the Kerch Strait off Crimea and Russia’s arrest of several Ukrainian sailors. He repeated Kremlin claims that Ukrainian actions in the strait were a “provocation” and aimed

Won’t denuclearize unless US removes threat: N Korea

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With immense pride and joy, the Litsami Students' Union would like to extend our heartiest congratulations to Dr. Josia Chishi, S/o Dr. Khashepu Chishi of Litsami Village for securing the post of Medical Officer (Cl-1 Gazetted) under Health and Family Welfare Department in the recently declared Combined Technical Services Examination. The Union wishes him the very best and pray for all his future endeavours. President L.S.U G. Secy. L.S.U A. Pukhaho Sumi Tosukha Aye

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M o s c ow, D e c 2 0 (AFP): President Vladimir Putin on Thursday said the West was threatened by an increasingly powerful Russia, as he promised further economic growth during an end-of-year press conference. T h e a n nu a l eve n t comes after months of increasing discontent at home and tensions abroad, from a stand-off with Ukraine to deteriorating ties with Washington. Asked about Western sanctions against Russia, Putin said these were “connected with the growth of Russia’s power.” “A powerful player appears who needs to be reckoned with. Until recently it was thought there was no longer such a country,” he said from behind a large wooden desk to an audience of hundreds of journalists. The president dismissed spy scandals -- such as the poisoning of former double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter in England -- as invented to damage Russia’s standing. “If there hadn’t been the Skripals, they would have thought up something else,” he said. Domestic concerns also loomed large after the longtime leader’s approval rating fell following a deeply unpopular pension reform this year.

China, US to hold fresh trade talks in January

With immense pride and appreciation, the Lochomi Service Union extends its heartiest congratulation to Dr. Vikashe Swu, S/o Vukhuhe Swu for being selected as Medical Ofﬁcer under Health & Family Welfare Department in the recently declared Combined Technical Services Exam conducted by NPSC. The union further prays that the Almighty God continue to guide and lead you through all the future endeavours. DP-9588 K Y M C

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

Priyanka-Nick host 3-Day Dimapur December Fest concludes reception in Mumbai

Winners of choir competition Lotha Baptist Church and Maple Tree School with the judges. Participants of Santa Claus competition.

Section of gathering during the closing ceremony of the three day December Fest.

imapur December Fest which kicked off on December 18, organised by team Better Dimapur in collaboration with Dimapur Municipal Council, Naga Council Dimapur, Dimapur Urban Council Chairmen Federation, GBs Union Di-

ing forgiveness to God is the solution for peace, saying that Christmas is finding peace with God. He also pointed out that Christmas with wealthiness will never bring a person even one step closer to God when it is not celebrated with a peaceful heart. He

Christmas. He opined that in the midst all the festivities, the very reason for Christmas celebration is Jesus. He reminded that the reason behind Christmas celebration is to find God's revelation in the search for peace. He remarked that

the lost of crores of lives in the last few centuries as a result of wars and conflicts were considered by some people as due to political depression, some says it because of poor economy and some because of poor education. He maintained that surrendering and ask-

further wished that the God of Christmas be with everyone who has pains and sufferings. The final day of the fest also witnessed various games and competitions, performances from local citizens, which culminated in a sound note.

First Christmas Night Carnival Will Smith says his ‘Aladdin’ genie role will serve as Robin Williams homage Kicks off in Mokokchung

Special guest N Bendang Jamir inaugurating the first edition of the Mokokchung Night Carnival on December 20.)

thralled the crowd with their popular Christmas tunes. This year’s Carnival is organized by Adventure and Moto Sports Association and Mokokchung District Musician’s Association under the aegis of Mokokchung Municipal Council. The carnival is also being organized with support from All Ward Union Mokokchung and Mokokchung Chamber of Commerce and Industry. (Organizing Committee convener, Takotong).

n the upcoming, liveaction adaptation of “Aladdin,” Will Smith steps into the role of the beloved Genie, and in a new interview with Entertainment Weekly he discussed the task of taking on an iconic character originally voiced by Robin Williams. “Whenever you’re doing things that are iconic, it’s always terrifying,” Smith told Entertainment Weekly in the Wednesday report. “The question is always: Where was there meat left on the bone? Robin didn’t leave a lot of meat on the bone with the character.” Smith ultimately decided to put a new spin on the Genie, while still making it something that was a hat-tip to Williams, he told the outlet. “I started to feel confident that I could deliver something that was an homage to Robin Williams but was musically different,” Smith said. “Just the flavor of the character would be different enough and unique enough that it would be in a differ-

okokchung’s first edition of Christmas Night Carnival started with a big blast, bigger crowd, more music and better-added attractions to herald the festive season on Thursday. People, both young and old came out from their homes to enjoy the nightlife at food stalls, fortune games and music with major spirit puller activities. According to organizers, the night carnival provides a golden opportunity for local entrepreneurs

and educated unemployed youths to showcase their talents and also sell their products. Mokokchung first Christmas Night Carnival was officially kicked off by N Bendang Jamir president of NDPP Mokokchung region as the special guest with dedicatory prayer pronounced by Rev Ponen Longchar, pastor MTBA. A short speech was also said by Abhiav Shivam Mokokchung SDO(C). Earlier, Band party of 2nd NAP Battalion en-

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ent lane, versus trying to compete.” Smith reportedly drew on his own extensive entertainment background, such as his parts in “Independence Day” and “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” for his take on the Disney classic. While feeling that his take will be seen as “unique,” Smith noted

HAPPY 25 WEDDING ANNIVERSARY th

21st Dec 1993 – 21st Dec 2018

Red Romans LLC Florida USA, Naga Production House, Kohima Institute of Music, Fab Affairs and sponsors, The Restaurant, Muse MKG, Friends Pharmacy, Modish, Cookie Jar, JBS, Alipok beauty parlour & training centre and each and every individual who invested time, material, financial and physical assistance.

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GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. Jongpongtuba Lemtur & Mrs. Bendanglila Ozukum (Waromung) 21-12-2018

"Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things." 1 Corinthian 13:07

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Metamorphosis season-I while Imnetdangba Losang bagged the first runners up title. The show also witnessed Rongsentoshi who was awarded the youngest participant title while the audience choice award was awarded to Hithono Aye from Surohoto town. Green Meremtu Production expressed its undying gratitude to its partners-

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With much pride, the Dimapur Ajiqa kughuko Kuqhakulu expresses our heartiest congratulation to Dr. Vinoto H. Ayemi, son of Er. Hekiye Ayemi for securing the post of Veterinary Asst. Surgeon (Class-I Gazetted) in the recently declared NPSC Technical examination. The Union further convey best wishes for his future endeavour. Gen. Secretary Mr. Kiboka Kiho

“ Celebration of Naga Club on 29th Nov. 2018 and putting sticker on Vehicle is a shame”.

Today, as you both look back with happiness and pride upon the cherished 25 years spent side by side, our hearts are filled with exceeding joy and thanksgiving for all the love, sacrifice, support and compassion that you have shown throughout. We convey our heartiest congratulation and heartfelt gratitude to God for His blessing and bringing us this far. May God’s love and grace continue to brighten and keep your love blooming as you go on with an everlasting bond of togetherness in the coming days. reen Meremtu Production conducted its first open mic solo competition, Metamorphosis season-I, a night of music and fashion on December 18 at Longsa village under Mokokchung. The competition witnessed 22 young, talented and aspiring contestants, wherein Limayanger was adjudged as the winner of

with just the right amount of glitter. She looked every bit regal, while Nick looked dapper in a neat suit with black shoes. The couple made for some adorable photographs as they just could not stop giggling and being cute. They had tied the knot in the Umaid Bhawan Palace and had two wedding ceremonies -- a Christian and a Hindu -- amid family and close relatives. Nick Jonas, who was in the US after their honeymoon, flew in for the Mumbai reception. Priyanka will soon return to the sets of “The Sky Is Pink” to complete its shoot. The film also stars Farhan Akhtar and Zaira Wasim. (IANS)

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hird winter carnival 2018 was held from December 17 to 20 at local ground, Peren town organized by Progressive Peren (P2), a community based tourism initiative supported by district administration under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao. According to DIPR report, DC Peren, S. Tainiu graced the inaugural function as special guest and Tsidi Hairang NCS EAC Dimapur as the host. The special guest in her address called upon all, to jointly work hard with determination so as to bring progress to the district. The stalls put up for the winter carnival were inaugurated by the special guest. Progressive Peren (P2) is a conglomeration of NGOs and concerned citizens to better our lives, its people and the surrounding. The programme kicked off on the morning of December 17 with P2 Half Marathon from Pedi to Peren town (covering 21 kilometres). The function was chaired by E.S. ZBCC, Rangro Herie and keynote address was delivered by secretary Progressive (P2), Er. Asembe. Other highlights included hip hop dance presented by Vibe Crew, kids’ carnival, food haat, zipline water zorbing, bouncy slides, fashion show, exhibition cum sale.

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that “there hasn’t been a lot of that hip-hop flavor in Disney history.” At the helm of the anticipated May 2019 flick is director Guy Ritchie, who told Entertainment Weekly that his role as a father made taking part in “a kids’ film” something that was “very appealing to me.” In this version of the Genie, Ritchie told the outlet that he “wanted a muscular 1970s dad.” The character also “has an ego and is a little bit vain and he cares about how he’s presented because he’s been doing this for a very long time,” Ritchie said. (FoxNews)

fter a lavish wedding in Jodhpur and extravagant reception in Delhi, newlywed Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas have hosted a gala reception for the media here after getting back from their honeymoon in Oman. Bigg Boss contestant Ali Quli Mirza and designer Neeta Lulla were also part of the festivities. The actress and her singer husband threw the bash at the JW Marriott hotel on Wednesday. They would be hosting one more of these gala events for friends and family on December 20. Priyanka was in a blue Lehenga-Choli from designer Sabyasachi. Her hair was styled in a bun

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mapur, and Naga Women Hoho Dimapur culminated Thursday night at DDSC stadium, Dimapur. Delivering a short Christmas message during the three-day December Fest closing ceremony, pastor Kethoser Kevichusa dwelt on the meaning of

With much love & prayer, Son, daughters, in-laws & grandchildren.

Dear Citizen of Naga People, I really wonder how Naga Club of 100 years be celebrated on 29th Nov.2018 by some few selected people was very disturbing as they did not know the exact date and month of the formation of Naga Club in 1918. Please do not confuse the people any more and stand firmly behind the NSF and NPFHR who celebrated the “Legendary Centenary Celebration” as on 31st October 2018. This is the real date, month and year as Naga Club was formed on 31st Oct,1918 at Kohima. Many people used to say about the importance of Memorandum submitted to the Simon Commission way back in 1929 on 10th January at Kohima but if you know about the real history, the so called commission had done nothing benefit for our people. Let the Nagas forget the Simon Commission Memorandum. People who do not understand the real history always wanted to be exalted but what Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ said in Matthew.23:12. Please keep this in mind- Former VicePresident of India Shri. Hamid Ansari said “History cannot be changed” some were trying by machine and others were trying with various method but History is History. We are all behind schedule, let us not destroy our real history. The real formation of Naga Club was formed by the Labour Corps under the leadership of Captain Dr. Khosa Angami (Zinyii) on 31st Oct.1981 at Kohima and not by people serving the Govt. under the British rule. Let us not distort the real history. I want and wish to discuss with any one but no body came forward. In this way, how are we going to celebrate Christmas in near future? False testimony will fail and will hunt till the grave. Well, many people did not want to know about what will happen to us in the days of Judgment by God. Remember. Matthew. 12:36-37. Before it is too late, repent and search the Almighty God revelation. What is your definition and abbreviation of the Naga Club? You may select (1) or (2) any one:My definition about NAGA from my own wisdom. N :- Nation.( Our Nation). A :- Agenda.(Things to be done). G :- Genealogy.( History of Ancient pertains to origin) A :- Advocate.( Defender, Declare). (1) C :- Confidence (Firm trust or believe, Boldness, faith) L :- Liberate. (To set free, to release from bondage, confinement). U :- Ubiquity. (Existence every where at the same time, omnipresent). B :- Brisk. ( Full life and Spirit, Lively, Promptly Active). (2) C :- Controversy(contention, dispute, a war of opinions). L :- Lie (a false statement made with intention of deceiving, anything misleading). U :- Usurp. (To take position by force, without right, unjustly). B :- Brittle. (Easily broken, very easily shattered, frail). Dear citizen, as for me I stand for (1). What about you? Think over it. God choose No.1. Dated Kohima the 11th Dec.2018. Sincerely Yours. (Dr. Er. Vikuotuolie Angami)Ph.D. Member- Senior Citizen Nagaland & Former UNO affiliate member (New York, USA) K-3705 K Y M C

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Mumbai, Dec 20 (PTI): Former opener W V Raman was on Thursday preferred over celebrated South African Gary Kirsten for the position of India’s women’s cricket coach despite dissention within the administrators over the selection process, a BCCI source told PTI. The 53-year-old Raman is currently a batting consultant at the National Cricket Academy in Bengaluru. “Kirsten was the top choice for the BCCI ad-hoc

selection committee but Raman got the job as the South African was not keen on giving up his plum job with IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore,” the official said. The selection committee comprised former captain Kapil Dev, Anshuman Gaekwad and Shantha Rangaswamy. The panel recommended three names -Kirsten, Raman and Venkatesh Prasad in order of preference -- to the Board, a reliable source said. Even-

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tually, the BCCI picked Raman for the job. The appointment was made despite the Committee of Administrators (COA) being divided on the issue with Diana Edulji asking chairman Vinod Rai to put the selection process on hold. BCCI treasurer Anirudh Chaudhry too questioned the process being followed as it had Rai’s approval and not Edulji’s. Raman, who played 11 Tests and 27 ODIs, is now one of the most qualified coaches in the country. He has coached big Ranji Trophy teams like Tamil Nadu and Bengal, and has also had a stint with the India U-19 team. From his cricketing days, Raman is best remembered for being the first Indian to score a century in South Africa during the 1992-93 tour. Besides Kirsten, Raman and Prasad, the other shortlisted candidates out of the 28 applicants who were interviewed on Thursday were Manoj Prabhakar, Trent Johnston, Dimitri Mascarenhas, Brad Hogg and Kalpana Venkatachar.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

Steve Smith barred from Bangladesh T20 league

Thenyizumi sports meet concludes

Dhaka, Dec 20 (Agencies): Bangladesh’s Cricket Board said on Thursday it has barred former Australian captain Steve Smith from the forthcoming Bangladesh Premier League Twenty20 tournament following an objection raised by some franchises. Smith had signed for Comilla Victorians to play in the next edition of the BPL starting on January 5. He was expected to join the team as a replacement for Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik. “The rule of the tournament is that if a franchise takes a replacement, his name should be in the list of initial players’ draft. But Smith’s name was not there, “ said Bangladesh Cricket Board chief Nizamuddin Chowdhury.

Nagaland tennis ranking tournament concludes Eastern Shunyizu (yellow) and Lower Yotuzu before the final match on Thursday.

The finalists with NLTA officials during the presentation ceremony.

Dimapur, Dec 20 (NPN): The 29th All Nagaland Tennis Ranking Tournament, organised by the Nagaland Tennis Association (NLTA), was held at the Chavino Memorial Tennis Complex, Kuda village, Dimapur from De-

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cember 18-20. Thejaser Khate won the men’s singles title with Zhaputso Khate and Petevilie Khate clinching the 2nd and 3rd positions respectively. In the junior boys category, Vizhasier Nakhro won the title with Arjun Bahadur Chetri coming in 2nd place.

Ko h i m a , D e c 2 0 (NPN): The 48th games & sports meet of the Thenyizumi Youth Social Welfare Organisation (TYSWO) concluded at Thenyizu local ground under Phek district on Thursday. Guest of honour Selakhoyi Kapu, secretary, village council Thenyizu in his short speech advised the athletes to have a clear vision and choose particular sport stating the ‘Jack in all trades’ doesn’t yield in today’s professional world and encouraged the youth to be sincere and work

hard. He also gave away the awards to the winning teams. The overall champion was awarded to East Shunyizu, while Venuzo Dawhuo and Shodulu Swiho were adjudged the best individual awards in men and women category respectively. In men’s football final match, East Shunyizu defeated Lower Yotuzu to win the title. Hard luck for Lower Yotuzu team as they failed to break the deadlock during the stipulated time

and East Shunyizu took the trophy after winning the final match on penalties by 3-2. In women’s football final, Shodulu Swiho scored the only goal of the match to help Upper Rukhro defeat Lower Yotuzu and take the title. Results Men Football - East Shiinyizu Volleyball - Upper Yotuzu Basketball – Biiluzu Women Football - Upper Rukhro Volleyball & Basketball Lower Yotuzu

1ST DEATH ANNIVERSARY of LATE MR. RENTHUNGO KITHAN 21-12-2017

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Dimapur, Dec 20 (NPN): Shamator Town Christmas Trophy, organised by Shamator Area Sporting Association in collaboration with Nehru Yuva Kendra Tuensang, was held from December 18-20 at Shamator

public ground. Shamator Mungtsü FC emerged as the champions. United Friends Club bagged the runners-up while Shawuh FC finished third. Altogether nine teams participated in the tournament.

Atletico deny HernandezBayern deal M a dr i d, D e c 2 0 (Agencies): Atletico Madrid have denied Lucas Hernandez will leave for Bayern Munich in the January transfer window. Spanish newspaper Marca reported on Wednesday that Bayern were ready to pay the €80m (£72m) release clause for the France international defender. But in a rare step, Atletico have dismissed the left-back will move to the Bundesliga giants, who are also said to have denied plans of a move for the player, insisting Hernandez has no “intention” to leave them. “Following the story published by the Marca newspaper on an alleged deal between Bayern Munich and our player Lucas Hernandez, according to which the German club is to trigger the Frenchman’s buyout clause in the January window, Atlético de Madrid wishes to state that, in conversation with our club, Lucas Hernandez has denied any deal with Bayern Munich and also any intention to exit our club,” the club statement read. “Additionally, the excellent relationship between Atlético de Madrid and the German club has led Bayern Munich to deny said operation during a conversation between officials of both clubs.” K Y M C

The family of Late. Samatoshi wishes to acknowledge the many expression of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following the sad demise of our father and a beloved loving husband on 15th December, 2018. We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbor, relatives, organization, churches and well-wishers who visited us during the short ailment at hospital, attended the wake, service in burial and who provided emotional and practical support for us at this difficult time. For those who telephoned, travelled long distances and sent message of condolence, as well as those made charitable donations, we are truly grateful. A special word of thanks to the management, doctors, nurses and staff of Christian Institute of Health Sciences and Research for their kindness and respect shown at all times. To those who helped in any way, your sincere love and support made our grief lighter. We regret our inability to thank everyone individually but it is our sincere prayer that our Almighty Father will bless you all abundantly. Loving wife, children grand-children and relatives. DP-9589

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We the bereaved family members of our son Lt. Peter Sangtam would like to extend our sincere thanks to all individuals who have shown their sympathy and gestures of kindness shown during the brief illness and demise on 14th Dec. 2018 at Zion Hospital Dimapur. We offer our heartfelt thanks to many friends, neighbours and well-wishers for supporting us financially, physically at this difficult time. Our special thanks to : 1. Zion Hospital Research Centre, Dimapur, Doctors, Nurses & Staff. 2. District Hospital Dimapur, Doctors, Nurses & Staff. 3. GNRC, Six Mile, Guhawati, Doctors, Nurses & Staff 4. Sangtam Baptist Lithro, Chumukedima 5. Seyochung Village Baptist Lithro 6. Sangtam Union, Chumukedima 7. Sangtam Students Union, Chumukedima 8. Sangsomong Village Fellowship, Chumukedima 9. PHSNS Range Union, Dimapur 10. NDPP Central Youth Organisation 11. NDPP Central Office 12. Ward 7, New Colony General & Youth, Chumukedima 13. City College, Dimapur 14. Doctor Munguliba, Zion Hospital and Research Centre, Dimapur 15. Shri. Vikato S. Aye, Vice President NDPP, Youth Wing 16. Shri. L. Thronghokiu, Chairman (NBRM) Born on : 18/02/1988 Died on : 14/12/2018 17. Shri. Seraugmong Sangtam 18. All son-in-laws and all well-wishers. To those who have helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. We are unable to thank everyone individually, but may our Almighty Father grant His blessings upon everyone. DP-9565

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Shamator Mungtsü FC, champions of Shamator Town Christmas Trophy.

The family of Late Roben Kent wishes to acknowledge the many expression of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following our sad loss. We offer our heartfelt thanks to one and all, who stood by us through prayer, morally, financially and physically from the time of his illness till his last breath on 14th December 2018. We would like to convey our special thanks to: 1. Doctors and Nurses of CIHSR, Dimapur 2. Tseminyu Old Town Baptist Church 3. Rengma Baptist Church, Dimapur 4. Home Cell Group No. 8, Tseminyu Late Roben Kent 5. Konyak Fellowship, Dimapur Born on: 30th June 1960 Died on: 14th December 2018 6. SMO Staff, Tseminyu 7. IEC Staff Association, Nagaland 8. Veterinary Staff, Tseminyu 9. Principal & Staff, JNV Kohima 10. Rengma Sport Association 11. Phenshünyu lojvü Sport Association 12. Tseminyu Old Town Youth Organization 13. Blithe’s Group, Tseminyu 14. Rising Brothers, Tseminyu We deeply regret our inability to thank each and every individual but it’s our sincere prayer that our Almighty God bless each and every one abundantly. God bless you all. From loving, Father, mother, wife, children, grand-children and relatives

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Lt. MAYANGNUNGLA (KHENSA) BORN: 1918 – DIED: 09-12-2018 A Centenarian, a mother of 9 children, grandmother of 37 grandchildren, 64 great grandchildren and 11 great great grandchildren left for her heavenly abode, leaving an empty space amongst us. We will miss and cherish her smile, love and caring nature. Through this column we would like to express our sincere gratitude to all our friends, neighbours, churches and all well wishers who stood by us and shared our sorrow at a time we needed the most. We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support. May the Almighty bless you all abundantly. Loving family members. MKC-337

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

LT. MRS AGWALE THONG

(W/o Kvuchilo Thong, of Sendenyu) "You fulfilled everything on your part as caring and loving mother You gifted us your best so that we live our best We are immensely blessed because of you You are wonderful and the best mom We tearfully cherish your Born : 01/01/1973 sacrifice for us." Died : 04/12/2018 The family members would like to express profound gratitude to the following individuals and organizations that generously supported in prayer and cash and kind during her treatment and at the time of death of Mrs Agwale Thong (w/o of Kvuchilo Thong) who passed away on 4th December 2018. The love and care shown to us at that difficult juncture is beyond our ability for expression with words. May God abundantly bless every one of you in return. Please bear with us for failing to mention each and everyone here by name. 1. Rengma Baptist Church Chumukedima. 2. Town Baptist Church Tseminyu 3. Women Prayer Group Sendenyu. 4. Nagaland Prayer Centre Tseminyu. 5. R Khing, Advisor, Department of Veterinary Animal Husbandry. 6. Visasolie Lhoungu, former president, BJP Nagaland and colleagues. 7. Nagamese Fellowship Tseminyu. 8. Hundreds of friends, church members, well-wishers and relatives. DP-9575

With Regards from :Loving Husband & Children.

Born on : 23-08-1970, Died on : 17-12-2018 We the bereaved family of Lt. JASAHIE ANGAMI would like to express our gratitude to the many who showed great kindness and support during the illness and in the time since he left us on 17 Dec. 2018. We convey our special thanks to :1. CRC Sovima village 2. Angami Baptist Church, Sovima 3. Zeliangrong Baptist Church, Sovima 4. Sumi Baptist Church, Sovima 5. CRC Loliba 6. CRC Mengujuma 7. Sovima Village Council, Youth & Villagers 8. Govt. High School, Sovima 9. Morning Star School, Sovima 10. S. 99 Society, Sovima 11. Rühe Society 12. Chiecha Kuda Union 13. Nagaland Cricket Association 14. Sovima Cricket Gold Cup Committee 15. Doctors, Staff & Nurses of Dr. B. Borooah Cancer Institute, Guwahati 16. Relatives, friends & well wishers We're contrite for not being able to thank and mention all the individuals but it is our sincere and humble prayer that the Almighty bless you all abundantly. Loving Wife, Children & Relatives DP-9586 K Y M C

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2018

Chelsea through to League Cup semis

Chelsea’s Eden Hazard broke the deadlock in the 84th minute of the match with a left-footed strike in the penalty area.

LONDON, Dec 20 (Agencies): An 84th-minute Eden Hazard goal, that spun into the net after a heavy deflection, earned Chelsea a place in the League Cup semi-finals after a 1-0 win over Bournemouth in an entertaining tie on Wednesday. Chelsea had buzzed round the Bournemouth goal for much of the game but it was not until substitute Hazard came on with half an hour to go that they looked creative and decisive enough to break through. Chelsea had piled on the pressure from the start and there were good chances for Olivier Giroud, Ross Barkley, who forced a diving save from Artur Boruc and Willian, who surged forward from the halfway line after 30 minutes only for Boruc to block his rising shot. Bournemouth looked dangerous on the break and Callum Wilson ran through on goal in the 17th minute but pulled his shot wide. A scampering run from Jordon Ibe opened up the Chelsea defence 20 minutes later and Chelsea keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga had to fly to his left to keep out Lys Mousset’s curling shot. Ruben Loftus-Cheek, playing in a forward role, looked certain to break the deadlock early in the second half

after rounding two players but his shot flew inches past Boruc’s post. Chelsea brought on first Pedro then Hazard and it was a combination of the Spaniard and Belgium’s Hazard that made the goal. It was the first home game since alleged racist taunts against Manchester City’s Raheem Sterling prompted an outcry and Chelsea banned four fans. Chelsea Chairman Bruce Buck took a page in the programme to condemn racism and the atmosphere in the ground was lively but appeared good humoured with no added security in evidence.

Spurs beat Arsenal 2-0

Dele Alli scored a brilliant chip as Tottenham gained vengeance for their Premier League defeat at Arsenal earlier this month by claiming a 2-0 EFL Cup quarter-final win at Emirates Stadium. Mauricio Pochettino’s team went down 4-2 when the sides met in a fiery north London derby on December 2, but Alli’s impudent finish in the 59th minute added to Son Heung-min’s opener to send Spurs into the final four for the first time since 2014-15. Unai Emery may step up his interest in defensive reinforcements

after his makeshift backline was twice punished by clinical Tottenham counter-attacks in their second straight defeat. Henrikh Mkhitaryan was unable to beat Paulo Gazzaniga from 12 yards when one on one and Son punished him in the 20th minute, curling past Petr Cech after Granit Xhaka – deployed at centre-back – played him onside. Moussa Sissoko contrived to blaze over at the end of a rapid Tottenham break that followed Lucas Moura’s tackle on Mkhitaryan, but Gazzaniga kept the visitors ahead by tipping Aaron Ramsey’s shot against the upright two minutes before the break on the Welshman’s 350th Arsenal appearance. Emery switched to a back three with the introduction of Laurent Koscielny at half-time but the centreback played Alli onside and the 22year-old poked a delightful finish past a stunned Cech. Alexandre Lacazette hit the post soon after replacing Alex Iwobi, while Aubameyang saw a cross from the left hit the bar after Alli appeared to be struck by a bottle thrown from the crowd. Arsenal were unable to find a way back into the game, with Gazzaniga not having to make another save before the final whistle.

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