December 28, 2017 by Nagaland Post

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Al-Qaeda threatens strike on Kolkata, Delhi NEW DELHI, DEC 27 (AGENCIES): Dreaded terrorist group Al-Qaeda has released a new video, which talks about waging a war on different cities in India for the cause of Kashmir. According to a report in The Indian Express, Al-Qaeda has, in the newly released video, said that the key to victory in Kashmir lies in attacking cities like Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata. Usama Mehmood, the 2nd-in-command of the subcontinent has said in the video that “Indian army and Hindu government’s peaceful world should be made a war zone”. He also urged members of the Muslim community to “stand behind Kashmiri people” so that the “jihadi movement” can be strengthened.

Governor extends Christmas greetings

DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Nagaland Governor, P.B. Acharya and his lady wife, Kavita Acharya have extended Christmas greetings to the people of Nagaland. As we celebrate the gift of life through the birth of Jesus Christ, Acharya said Christmas is also a season of great joy; a time for remembering the past and hoping for the future, a time of joyous celebration with our family and friends and a time to heal the wounds, close divisions and remain (Cont’d on p-7) united.

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Russia ‘ready’ to mediate between US, North Korea

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NCR list: Assam CM Sonowal says ‘genuine’ Indians need not worry

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Imchen wants polls defered

says not a big deal for goi to postpone polls finish its tenure and after which President’s Rule could be imposed so as to allow the Naga nationalist groups to hold talks independently with the Government of India to usher in solution. Pointing out that talk was in the final stage and on the right track, Imchen appealed to NNC and NSCN (K) to join the negotiating process. He said that there “will be no two or three agreements, but only one solution”. Imchen also said that Nagas should be thankful to the quality leadership provided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi especially in the context of the Naga political issue. At the same time we must also be grateful to “Th. Muivah and the leaders of the NNPGs” for their bold and courageous decision to bring a political settlement, Imchen added. Meanwhile, as per indications, notification for election to Nagaland Legislative Assembly could be announced sometime during third week of January 2018 and polling sometime in the

last week of February 2018. The date of announcement of poll schedule is made 45 days before polling. It may also be pointed out that the elected members have been pressing for postponement of election and which was also adopted and passed as a resolution by the 12th Nagaland Legislative Assembly on December 15, 2017 during the recent winter session. The negotiation for solution to the Naga political issue has been widened by the participation of the Working Committee formed by Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs). According to sources, the process for finalisation of the agreement is not likely to be achieved so early. They said final agreement will be achieved only after a process that could take months. The ECI has also gone ahead in setting the election machinery in motion as a precursor to the conduct of the 2018 assembly elections along with Meghalaya, Mizoram and Tripura in the North East.

CM calls for sincerity, hard work among Nagas

Mnp BJP to assist neighbouring states in polls: Biren Singh

Staff Reporter

DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): State Health and Family welfare minister, Imkong L. Imchen on Wednesday asserted that it was not a “big deal” on the part of Government of India to defer the state Assembly elections temporarily based on the constitutional provisions. “Proposal for postponement of election is not a big deal when we compare with the Naga political issue,” Imchen said while addressing media persons here at Hotel Saramati Dimapur. He said the Nagaland Legislative Assembly on December 15, 2017 had also passed a resolution to urge the Centre to take emergent and extraordinary steps for an honourable and acceptable solution to the Naga political issue before the assembly polls slated to be held by February end next year. As such, Imchen said the Government of India under extra ordinary situation has the ability to de-

fer elections. “It should be rather inclusive of the process that is being initiated at present”, he added. He also clarified that there was no question of “boycotting” the election, but that it was only a proposal to the government of India to defer the election. “Since, we have taken oath of allegiance and secrecy under the Constitution of India, and therefore, if the Election Commission of India goes ahead with the election, we have to file nominations”, he added. He also claimed that holding election would bring division and bitterness within the Nagas. Reminding that it was only a matter of time before the signing the final settlement, Imchen therefore urged upon Nagas not miss this opportunity or else he said “we will have a historical regret”. Imchen reiterated that there was no use of conducting elections when the solution was near. He also suggested that the present government be allowed to

NNPGs WC greetings

DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Naga National Political Groups (NNPGs) Working Committee had extended warm greetings to the people of Nagaland on the occasion of Christmas. In a message, the Working Committee convener, N. Kitovi Zhimomi said Christmas was a season of joy, a time to embrace peace and goodwill among man. He pointed out that God sent His only son in flesh for the atonement of our sins, adding that the birth of baby Jesus, the Messiah, fulfilled the promise of God for humanity. (Cont’d on p-7)

RD deptt responds

DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Rural Development department director, Metsubo Jamir has said that all information pertaining to implementation of MGNREGA programme including utilisation and distribution of funds district-wise, block-wise and village-wise were available at MGNREGA website-- www.nrega. nic.in. He was responding to the 7-day ultimatum served by NPRAAF, demanding details of utilisation and distribution of fund under MGNREGA.

This is it!

“Modiji should emulate me. I don’t speak whatever comes to mind, since I don’t like to speak.” K Y M C

TR Zeliang along with others at the monolith unveiling ceremony.

DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Nagaland chief minister, T.R. Zeliang has called for sincerity and hard work among the Nagas. Gracing the monolith unveiling ceremony of late Ikiesing Thou at Jalukie town, Zeliang said one must work with sincerity and commitment based on which the future of a generation would be decided. “We must work with honesty, sincerity and commitment in whatever field we are in order to seek God’s blessings for our future generation,” he added. He said “one must live full and die

empty” for the fulfilment of life’s purpose. Terming Late Ikiesing Thou as a “prophet with a vision”, Zeliang recalled the former’s contributions and said these were of great relevance to the society even today. Urging the younger generation to follow the footsteps of Late Ikiesing Thou, the chief minister hoped that the society would produce more visionaries like him in the days to come. “He lived life like a gentleman and left like a gentleman,” he observed. Late Ikiesing Thou, founder of

Ikiesingram village, was born in 1925 and appointed as Dobashi by Sir CR Pawsey, then Deputy Commissioner of Kohima, in 1943. He was promoted as Hd. Dobashi in 1947, the first among the Zeliangs to hold the post, and worked in Kolkata and Bhubaneswar as DB Scout attached to the DC. For his bravery and contributions during the World War II, he was awarded “Certificate of Gallantry” in 1945. Late Ikiesing Thou, who had received several National and State-level awards for his contributions to society, was also an MLA in late TN Angami’s ministry. He was elected uncontested from Peren constituency in the by-election of 1966 as an NNO candidate. He later joined the Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee as an executive member after NNO merged with the INC. He leaves behind 123 descendants.

Correspondent IMPHAL, DEC 27: Manipur chief minister, N. Biren Singh has informed that ruling BJP in Manipur was ready to extend all possible assistance to the party unit in the neighbouring Nagaland state during the upcoming Assembly elections. “We will extend our full support to the BJP units in Nagaland and Tripura to come to power after the Assembly elections in these states,” Singh said during ‘Good Governance Day’ on December 25. BJP ministers and MLAs will provide logistic supports to them, he added. Singh also hoped that BJP leaders from Mao, Zeliangrong and other communities would join their own communities in Nagaland during BJP poll campaigns.

Rengmas demand Tseminyu district; begin indefinite dharna

Members of various Rengma organizations during the indefinite peaceful dharna.

DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Rengma Selo Zi (RSZ), youth organisation, and Rengma Students’ Union (RSU) have begun an indefinite peaceful dharna at ADC office complex, Tseminyu from Tuesday in support of the Rengmas’ demand for Tseminyu district. In a joint statement issued by RSZ president,

Kenneth Kath and RSU president, RN David, the organisations asserted that the dharna would continue until their dream for a district was achieved and Tseminyu subdivision upgraded to district headquarters. The two organisations also appealed to all sections of the society to support the cause of the Rengmas.

According to the statement, the dharna would continue through the New Year and that residents of all Rengma villages and ranges would participate in it at the ADC office complex, Tseminyu. On Wednesday, the gathering was address by Rengma Hoho president and other Rengma leaders.

ENPO revives ‘Frontier Nagaland’ demand

KOHIMA DEC 27 (AGENCIES): Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) has revived its demand for a separate State. At a meeting with its federating units in Tuensang on December 21, ENPO unanimously resolved to urge the Government of India to respond to its demand for a separate State before declaration of election to Nagaland Assembly due early next year. “Unanimously we resolved to urge Government of India to respond to the demand of ENPO for a separate statehood before declaration of election to the Nagaland Legislative Assembly, 2018,” the resolution stated, as reported by UNI and The Assam Tribune. ENPO also resolved to ask its members to resign if their demand for a separate state of “Frontier Nagaland” was not fulfilled by the Centre before the state general election slated for March next year, a UNI report stated. The meeting further declared, affirmed and resolved that through constitutional and democratic, symbolic and preliminary

expression to be followed with successive agitation campaigns if the Centre does not accede to the demand of the ENPO. According to The Assam Tribune, the meeting was called after two of the constituents of ENPO – Konyak Union (KU) and Phom Peoples’ Council (PPC) – had asked for convening of the meeting to deliberate on boycotting the forthcoming Assembly poll to intensify their demand for a separate State known as “Frontier Nagaland” State. ENPO also declared its support for an early declaration of an honourable Naga solution which should be acceptable and beneficial to all as desired by Naga public in general, a resolution passed at the meeting said. All the six tribal councils and six frontal organisations under ENPO – Eastern Nagaland Gazetted Officers Association, Eastern Nagaland Women Organisation, Eastern Nagaland Students’ Federation, Eastern Nagaland Gaon Buras Union and Eastern Nagaland Dobhashi Union, attended the meeting.

Reactions on upgradation of Noklak to dist Hqs Khiamniungans welcome state govt’s decision DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Khiamniungan Tribal Council (KTC) and Noklak District Demand Committee (NDDC) have expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Nagaland for upgrading Noklak ADC headquarters as the 12th district headquarters of the State on December 20 as it was a long-felt need of the citizens of Noklak sub-division. A statement issued by KTC president L Ngon and NDDC convener W Chuba Lam said the people of Khiamniungan would remain hugely indebted to the State Cabinet under the “able and dynamic leadership” of Chief Minister TR Zeliang and NPF president Dr Shürhozielie Liezietsu for understanding the genuine needs of Khiamniungan people and reaching out to them in time by making Noklak sub-division the district headquarters. The duo said the noble gesture would usher in a new era of hope, peace and development of backward, underprivileged and

remotely-located communities like Khiamniungan. The KTC and NDDC also expressed their gratitude and appreciation to all Parliamentary Secretaries, MLAs, high-ranking bureaucrats of State government, different tribal leaders and individuals for their timely support, valuable advice and assistance for the upgrade of Noklak sub-division. Both the organisations also extended their appreciation to Minister P Longon, Parliamentary Secretary L Khumo and all Village Councils and individuals for undertaking all hardships and making immense sacrifices to fulfil the long-cherished dream of the people. The statement added that the people of Khiamniungan were truly blessed, honoured and humbled for making Noklak the district headquarters and that they looked forward to receiving constant and sincere support and guidance from all sections of the society in the days to come.

Chang bodies oppose inclusion of Chingmei range under Noklak dist

Chang organisations comprising Chang Khulei Setshang (CKS), Confederation of Chang Students’ Union (CCSU), Tuensang Village Citizens’ Union (TVCU) and CTS have strongly opposed the State’s government decision to include Chingmei range comprising six villages – Chingmei, New Chingmei, Chendang Saddle, Waoshu, Yimpang and Taknyu – under Noklak sub-division of Tuensang district in the newly-created Noklak district despite several appeals and representations against any such move. In a representation to chief minister, T.R. Zeliang through CKS president, MP Nokshang; CCSU president, Chingmak; CTS president, Naong and TVCU president H Wongto, the Chang apex headed by CKS and CCSU urged the government to respect tribal sentiments and consider administrative convenience of governing the Chingmei range from Tuensang district and thereby issue a fresh notification placing the villages under Tuensang district once again on or before January 5, 2018. The organisations further warned of holding the government responsible should it fail to accede to their demand within the deadline. K Y M C

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Christmas celebrated across Nagaland

Pastor LBCD Limhathung Lotha. (DIPR)

Khulazu Basa Baptist Church.

Mar Gregorios Orthodox Syrian.

Chakhesang Baptist Church.

BJP minority morcha.

Nepali Baptist Church Kohima.

Rotary Club of Dimapur.

Members of Kohima Bar Association.

DIMAPUR: Advent Christmas and Christmas programmes were held by different churches and organizations in their respective areas. LBCD: Lotha Baptist Church Diphupar (LBCD) celebrated its 45th Christmas day on December 25 with pastor LBCD, Limhathung Lotha as the main speaker. According to DIPR report, pastor Limhathung spoke on the topic “we are children of God”. He exhorted that God had send His only son to save His children in the world and to give humanity new life. He therefore stressed that “we” must live a life acceptable to God and let others see the beauty of Jesus in oneself. Other highlights of the programme included special Christmas rendition by the church choir and Christmas 2017 host group. Renthunglo Patton read the

scripture while associate pastor, Wopansao led the congregation. Christmas 2017 of LBCD was hosted by Church Colony B. K Basa Church Phek: The Khulazu Basa Baptist Church under Phek district celebrated the 75th gospel anniversary-cum- Christmas program at Khulazu Basa village with the theme “Glorify the Lord” from December 23 to 25. Speakers included Rev. Dr. Vezopa Tetseo executive secretary, Chakhesang Baptist Church Council, Rev. Cefuyi Keyho, missionary, Jonai Assam, Kevemeri Keyho, missionary, Bareilly U.P, Satahi Chuzho, CDPO, Pfutsero and Kehuve Chuzho, local pastor. Rev. Dr. Vezopa Tetseo who spoke on the theme encouraged the congregation to take a challenge in order to glorify God as they attained 75 years of Christianity.He also reminded that

crime beat

Bomb scare in the heart of Mkg

Suitcase containing clothes and other personal items. (NP)

Correspondent

MOKOKCHUNG, DEC 27 (NPN): A bomb scare on December 23 morning in the heart of the town made people panic even as shopkeepers downed their shutters hurriedly and tried to run off from the place of the incident. Police on receiving report about an unclaimed suitcase that was placed around the MMC shopping complex, cordoned off the

area and the personnel from Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) swung into action. After a tense 40 minute examination of the suitcase, it was found out to be a suitcase containing clothes, presumably belonging to some passengers who had lost the bag while travelling as the location is a parking-cumcounter area. The police later took the suitcase into custody and kept it in the police station.

Assam Rifles apprehends armed NSCN (I-M) cadre

NSCN (I-M) cadre.

DIMAPUR: Dimapur battalion of Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (N) conducted a search operation along with police representatives on specific information in general area, Khusiabill village, Dimapur on December 26. K

According to PRO HQ IGAR (N), one R.T Tsanglao (68 years), son of late Zrusao, resident of Khusiabill village, Dimapur, an ‘SS Kilonser’ of NSCN (I-M) was apprehended along with arms during the operation. The recoveries included one point 22 mm rifle with telescopic sight and 9 mm pistol along with magazine each, two empty magazines of point 22 mm pistol, 28 live rounds of different calibers like point 22 mm, 9mm, 5.56 mm and pt 32 mm and 13 fired cartridges of pt 22 mm and 9 mm. The individual was handed over to East Police station Dimapur along with the recovered arms.

SXCC Kidima: St Xavier’s Catholic Church (SXCC) of Kidima celebrated Christmas with a traditional spiritual preparation from December 16 and novena for the nativity of Jesus Christ on December 25, at church premises. Reve r e n d T h o m a s Muttathil, parish priest in the introductory words said “God is the Father of future ages for our well-being and salvation”. Father Muttathil in his sermon said God has given a great gift His own beloved Son Jesus Christ. He called upon the parents to be great like Jesus, Mary and Joseph. He urged the faithful people to welcome Christ in their life, and extend their service to others. He also requested the people to allow giving birth of Jesus on them. The celebration followed novena and rosary prayer, honouring Christmas crib, confession, baptism, sprinkle of holy water to faithful people, Eucharist celebration and Holy Bible reading. Special numbers were presented by Menesel Felicitus; Edikunu Patricia and Vikusale and friends and Kidima Catholic Youth Association. CBCMHK: Chakhesang Baptist Church, Minister’s Hill Kohima

(CBCMHK) held advent Christmas celebration with four lane construction workers and their families at Lalmati on December 24. CBCMHK senior pastor Rev. Dr. Vevo Phesao thanked the four lane construction workers for building good roads for the state. He said their good works would never be forgotten. MLA Deo Nukhu also shared greetings. The celebration witnessed sharing of Christmas cake and gifts to the workers and concluded with prayer for their health and safety. BJP minority morcha: BJP Minority Morcha Nagaland State celebrates Christmas on December 24, with the Children of Kohima Orphanage & Destitute Home and attended prayers programme which was followed by Christmas feast provided by BJP Minority Morcha, Nagaland. The team was led by BJP minority morcha Nagaland president Mukibur Rahman and attended by State BJP Minority Morcha Officials and executive members. NBCK: Nepali Baptist Church Kohima (NBCK) youth department, celebrated Christmas by sharing Christmas message, enthralled the gathering with dancing and singing

State BJP observes good governance day DIMAPUR: To honour the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee which falls on December 25, the state BJP observed Good Governance Day on December 27, at Dimapur, organized by the Good Governance Committee (GGC) of state BJP. A press release by state BJP media cell stated that Imtilemba Sangtam spoke about the development and challenges of the party and the government in the past, the present circumstances and the prospects that lie ahead. Dr. M.Chuba, former state president speaking on the topic “Good Governance of BJP-led NDA Government” presented a detailed account of the performance of the NDA government. He said it was the BJP government under former Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee who recognized Naga political issue as “unique” and steadfastly undertook every possible measures to find a solution. James Vizo, convenor, media cell speaking on the topic “Projects and Schemes of BJP-led NDA Government” highlighted some of the important schemes of the BJP-Led NDA government and described how the scheme have been implemented in all states including Nagaland. Earlier in the programme chaired by state general secretary, Jaangsillung Gonmei, invocation was pronounced by state executive member, Vikheli and welcome speech by GGC convenor S. T. Sangtam. Dr. Temsuwati, coconvenor GGC gave the vote of thanks.

from December 18 to 22, at its member place. On December 21, the department under Youth Mission held fellowship and disturbed tea, Christmas cake & card at Naga Hospital, traffic police and north police station, Kohima. RCD: Rotary Club of Dimapur (RCD) celebrated advent Christmas at its club premises along with students of Ebenezer house and members. A host of programmes, prayers and performance by various upcoming artists covered the show. The programme was chaired by Rtn Payal Acharjee. KBA: Members of Kohima Bar Association (KBA) and others with Kohima Orphanage Home on December 22. KBA donated necessity items for the home as a sign of sharing during this festive season. Phek Battalion AR: Phek Battalion of Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR(N) organized carol singing competition at DC ground, Phek on December 23. Seven teams from the churches of Phek town including the Phek battalion church participated with their melodious numbers. The event ended with refreshments and prize distribution.

news in Brief TSU informs: Tsungiki Students’ Union (TSU) has convened its 57th mid-term session on December 28, 9:30 a.m. at town hall, Wokha. All Tsungiki students, elders and well-wishers have been invited to be part of the session. CTCSU to organize free coaching camp: Chozuba Town Chakhesang Students’ Union (CTCSU) in collaboration with the Chozuba sub-division administration would be organizing free coaching camp for students appearing for the High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) Examination in March 2018, starting from January 3, for a period of one month (three to four hours per day on mathematics, science and english subjects. Forms would be available at Computer Den, below Chozuba Town Baptist Church with an application form fee of Rs 50 (no admission/ no enrolment fees). The coaching camp is initiated by the Freeman’s Club of Chozuba Town. CTCSU has requested interested students to avail the opportunity. DEO Kohima informs: District Education Officer (DEO) Kohima, Kevingulie Kuotsu has informed all concerned heads of both government and private educational institutions under the DEO Kohima to forward cases of eligible and deserving teachers fulfilling the under mentioned criteria for National Teachers’ Award 2017: Should be a recipient of State Award for teachers; headmaster/ principal with 20 years of regular teaching experience; for teachers promoting Integrated Inclusive Education the eligibility will stand 10 years of classroom teaching experience and 15 years of service for headmasters. Category of teachers: primary teacher, teaching up to class VIII; secondary teacher, teaching up to classes IX to XII; educational administrators, SIS and the staff of training colleges are not eligible for the award. It further informed that incomplete information and documents would be summarily rejected. SPCCT informs: St. Peter’s Catholic Church Tesophenyu (SPCCT) golden jubilee-cum-priestly ordination of deacon Shayhunlo Stephen Kemp was held on December 27 and would conclude on December 28 at local ground Tesophenyu and St. Peter’s Catholic Church Tesophenyu. SFS priestly ordination: St.Francis De Sales (SFS) parish Kohima town would hold the priestly ordination of deacon Mhasikholie Martin Swiho on December 29, 10 a.m at local ground, Kohima. Angami Catholic Union (ACU), SFS parish Kohima would host the event. PSU general session: The Phek Students’ Union (PSU) would hold its 59th general session-cumcultural dance competition from December 29 to 30 at Phek village under the theme “education for culture.” Folk dance winner would be awarded with late Hiivekhiiyi Keyho’s memorial trophy along with a cash prize.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Lt. IMTISANGLA LONGKUMER Born on 1932. Died on 22 Dec 2017

We the Family Members of Lt. Imtisangla (Nokpu) would like to express our sincere and profound gratitude to all our friends, neighbors, churches, well wishers and relatives for supporting us with your prayers, physical presence, emotionally, mentally and financially at the sudden demise. May the Lord bless each and every one of you abundantly. Loving son, daughters, grandson and granddaughters

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Phek Battalion of Assam Rifles.

gathering to be responsible Christian by rebuilding relationship and reconnecting with God as the church grew 75 year older. Earlier, the monolith erected for the platinum jubilee was unveiled by executive secretary, Chakhesang Baptist Church Council, Rev. Dr. Vezopa Tetseo. MGOS: Mar Gregorios Orthodox Syrian (MGOS) church, Midland Dimapur celebrated Christmas at its premises. On the evening of December 23, a prayer was followed by Sunday night vigil and on December 25 along with special Christmas service and Holy Qurbana which were conducted at the church. While leading the services, vicar Rev. Fr. P.S. Varghese interpreted the Bible verse, “And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road” (St. Matthew 2:12) and exhorted that Christ must be born in our hearts and that we have to make a manger in our hearts for Him. He further added that one must lead a life as Christ and refrain from old ways of hatred, jealousy and pride and make ways for new ways of Christian fellowship, while also humbling ourselves before God.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Died on 19-12-2017

"She took in all the wonders of life, wrapped them in a Colour package and gave it to us"

We, the bereaved family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all the individuals, relatives, neighbours, friends, unions and families who stood by us physically, spiritually and financially during the prolonged illness and at the sad demise of our beloved mother Late Nitoli Kinimi. We owe our sincere thanks to : 1. NCRC, Thilixu Village 2. Thilixu Village Baptist Church. We regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually, But pray that our Almighty God continue to bless your deeds and act of humanity. DP-13241

Loving children & relatives

Born on: 12-03-1966 Died on: 21-12-2017 We, the family members of Lt. Renthungo Kithan (Ren), would like to extend our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all well wishers, who stood by him (us) with prayers, financially, morally, emotionally, physically and supported him (us) right from the period of prolonged illness till his last breath. We convey our special thanks to : 1. Kohima Lotha Baptist Church 2. Kohima Lotha Baptist church women department 3. Kohima akuk ekhung 4. Kohima Akuk eloe Ekhung 5. Doctors and Nurses of NHAK 6. Civil Hospital Shillong 7. NEIGRIHMS Hospital Shillong 8. Chandmari and P.W.D yankho ekhum 9. P.W.D Sanitation Committee Kohima 10. P.W.D Panchayat Kohima 11. Rev.Mhathung Lotha .Pastor and ministerial staff 12. Mr.Nzambemo Tsopoe and family 13. Er.Mhathung Kithan and family 14. M.D and staff members of Mezhur Higher Secondary School 15. Anthony Ngullie and brothers 16. Mhonlumo Kikon (MLA) 17. Mrs. Joanna Kire 18. Family members from Dimapur and Wokha 19. Neighbors and friends We deeply regret our inability to acknowledge each and every individual but it is our earnest and humble prayer that the almighty God Blesses you all abundantly. Loving wife, daughters and family members. K-4137 K

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WEATHER FORECAST December 28

(Temperature in ºC)

Max Min

Agartala Hazy sunshine

28 14

Aizawl

Sunny and pleasant

Guwahati Hazy sunshine Imphal

Sunny and pleasant

24 8 26 11 23 7

Itanagar Not as warm with hazy sun

23 10

Shillong

Hazy sunshine

19 4

Kohima

Plenty of sunshine

20 6

Dimapur Nice with plenty of sun Mkg

Sunny and pleasant

Tuensang Sunny and cooler Wokha

Sunny and not as warm

Zunheboto Plenty of sunshine

24 10 22 6 15 6 19 11 19 4

Jacob Zhimomi accompanied by GBs and other officials inspecting the completed project.

DIMAPUR: Newly constructed road, drainage and footpath in Gate No. 2 area of Chumukedima town was inaugurated by Jacob Zhimomi, advisor PHED on December 27 as chief guest. Jacob in his speech thanked the public for their support and cooperation, whereby construc-

tion could be completed on time. He urged the public to be more supportive and cooperative so that more developmental activities could be brought to the area. Jacob had personally funded the said project. EAC Chumukedima, colony/ward GBs led by head GB and elders

Lio Longidang organizes clean election awareness

Rev. Dr. Nzan Odyuo along with others during the clean election campaign at Lio Longidang village under Bhandari sub-division, Wokha. (DIPR)

DIMAPUR: Village council, church bodies, students union and youths of Lio Longidang jointly organized clean election awareness on December 21 under the theme “my vote for development” with director, Golden Crown Theological College, Rev. Dr. Nzan Odyuo as the main speaker. According to DIPR report, the speaker urged the voters not to sell or indulge in purchasing votes in the coming election citing it was the root cause of all impasse in Nagaland. Rev. Dr. Nzan also said, one does not become any-

thing by selling votes during election and therefore it was better if people could come together in stopping the evil menace of selling and buying votes and enjoy general development. The speaker further added the importance of maintaining Christian moral and ethical ways of life so as to receive God’s blessing, adding that selling one’s vote does not reflect true Christian way of life. Pastor, Chudi Baptist Church Association, Mhathung Lotha also delivered a powerful message inspiring the voters to vote for development and progress

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for general welfare. The village council, church, student youth bodies and general populace of the village later took pledge not to sell their votes but to uphold clean election. Inspector, Taxes, Myingthungbemo Patton who chaired the event also exhorted the gathering to sincerely initiate, support and propagate cleaning election and be an ambassador for change in each and every nook and corner of Nagaland. Later as part of the clean election campaign, a Nagamese movie “Nana - a tale of us” was also screened.

attended the function organised in the town to mark the inauguration. EAC Chumukedima and head GB in their short speeches thanked Jacob Zhimomi for his concern for the public and personally funding the construction which were basic amenities for the public.

PFPSD repairs road along 0.2 - LHEP DIMAPUR: The general public of Pungro sub- division has carried out a major road repairing at 0.2 road leading to Likimro Hydro Electrical Project (LHEP), the main lifeline of the people of Pungro subdivision, from December 20 and 21 spearheaded by the Public Forum Pungro Sub- Division (PFPSD) and administration of Pungro. In a press release issued by president PFPSD, S. Kiusumew Yimchungru stated that the road repairing have been done six times within this year alone due to the deplorable condition in the areas. It stated that the road was pliable for vehicles. PFPSD urged the transport department to resume the bus service to Pungro as the road condition was quite satisfactory for plying. Public forum further pointed out that the road which is the main lifeline of the people of Pungro sub-division is connecting more than 54 villages across Myanmar border and present transmitting power supply of 24 MW LHEP, besides other developmental activities in the areas.

New playground inaugurated at Mengujuma village

Chief guest Er. Kevisekho Kruse along with village leaders and others during the inauguration of Mengujuma local ground on December 27.

DIMAPUR: Mengujuma village under Western Angami region of Kohima district got its new playground on December 27, wherein it was formally inaugurated by Er. Kevisekho Kruse, chief engineer (Retd) PHED. Er. Kruse in his speech lauded the village leaders for coming up with the playground, which he said was the first step towards encouraging the youth to take up games and sports. He challenged the youth to avail the benefits and opportunities given to them, while he expressed hope that sportspersons would be able to utilize the facilities to their advantage and excel in sports.

With the completion of the playground, he stated that “it is a sign of unity among the villagers and the presence of good leadership.” He said that inaugurated of new playground spoke volumes about unity of the villagers and was a sign towards progress and intergrity for future generation. VDB secretary of the village Pelesavi Rürhie, who chaired the programme, informed that the development of the playground which took a year to complete was done under the plan of the MGNREGA 2015-2016. Village council chairman, Thepfusatuo Sechü

lauded all the villagers for their help and support extended towards the venture. The ground inauguration also coincided with the annual sports meet of the Mengujuma Youth Organisation which would conclude on December 30. The programme commenced with invocation pronounced by Kekuose Seyie, pastor, AG Church Mengujuma and welcome address delivered by MYO advisor Ketulhoukho Kuotsu. A special number was presented by Zevi B, while MYO games and sports secretary, Peteneizo Sechü administered oath to the players.

Kohima Sadar & Sechü block VHSNC/VHC training

D I M A P U R : T w o - d ay training on village health sanitation and nutrition committee (VHSNC) was conducted by chief medical officer (CMO) office Kohima along with district health society (DHS) NHM department of Health & Family Welfare at Kohima sadar and Sechü block at CMO conference hall on December 19 and 20. A press note issued by CMO Kohima, informed that the objectives of the Participants during the VHSNC training. training were to equip the participants and inform health programmes and participants were trained participate in the planning the community about the government initiatives. The to enable community to and implementation of the

programmes, and take collective action for attainment of better health status in the village. The participants were also trained to provide support and facilitate the work of community health workers like ASHA and other frontline health care providers, who form a crucial interface between the community and health institutions. It also aimed to take action on social determinants and all public services that directly or indirectly affect health & health outcomes.

Book on collection of articles released

DIMAPUR: A book “Collection of Writings Years of Musing” a collection of articles written by Vebu Khamo published by the NCRC Literature Press and was released on December 10, by Rev. Zhowhuyi Nyekha during the CCRC Women Association at CRC Chesezu Nawe. The book probes into the many issues of “our” day in regard to society and the Church, mainly in the context of Nagaland from a Biblical perspective.

It also contains many personal musings and devotions from the Bible. The book is forwarded by Rev. Dr. Shiwoto Assumi, NCRC Sumi, Purana Bazar, Dimapur, Nagaland and endorsed by Rev. Dr. D.L. Sanchu, Rev. Dr. N. Paphino, Rev. Sungwon Kim, Rev. Zotuo Kiewhuo, Mezhiisevi Zutso and Vesetalu Tetseo. The book would be available in ACLS Kohima Book Centre near Main Ao Church.

Mokokchung to Marini Road Sides Villagers Concern Forum (MMRVCF) inspected the hot mix plant for vertix construction (VC) on December 26. The VC was almost completed and machine would be ready by December 30 for Mokokchung to Marini, NH 207 D and black topping would start by first week of January 2018.

LUMT celebrates plantinum jubilee in Mkg

First level checking of EVMs conducted at Wokha

KBVSU hold its 9th annual general conference

(L-R) Speaker O Meren Longkumer. Longkhum Women of Mokokchung town presenting a song. (NP)

Correspondent MOKOKCHUNG, DEC 27 (NPN): The Longkhum Union Mokokchung Town (LUMT), celebrated its platinum jubilee under the theme, “Jungmarak”, at the town hall with O Meren Longkumer as the key speaker on December 23. The speaker, O Meren Longkumer stated that the villagers of Longkhum had played a major in the development of Mokokchung, since its inception as a subdivision of British-India Assam in 1890. Citing K Y M C

Temshimayang as the first head dobashi of Mokokchung in 1890, Senlikaba as the first government employed teacher around the formation of the town, Noktsura as the first shopkeeper who also owned the first jeep. O Meren said that Longkhum has offered many other personalities as pioneers in the fields of religion, social, political, etc. Meren stressed that all these were possible because God chose and offered them the opportunity. O Meren said that the present generation of the town

were the offsprings and inheritors of those legacies and achievements for Mokokchung town. He, therefore called upon the LUMT to be role model and responsible in the further development of the town with renewed faith in God. Earlier, short speeches were delivered by Longk h u m v i l l a ge c o u n c i l chairman I Sendong Jamir, Dimapur Government College principal Akok Walling and MTBA associate pastor Sentimeren. The blessings of pla-

tinium jubilee prayer was said by MTBA pastor Rev. Ponen Longchar and the souvenir was released by I Matong Longkumer. Special songs were presented Longkhum women of Mokokchung and male voice by Yutsung & friends. Welcome address was said by LUMT president I Lanu Soyah and the vote of thanks was proposed by jubilee planning committee convenor P Lipok Jamir while the benediction was said by home evangelist Jongpong.

DIMAPUR: First level checking of EVMs was conducted on December 13 at deputy commissioner conference hall, Wokha. According to DIPR report, the checking was conducted under the strict supervision of DC, Wokha Dr. Manazir Jeelani Samoon Security passes were issued to authorized personnel only to enter the venue for the checking. Altogether 290 EVMs were checked where four were found defective and in need of replacement. Mock poll would be conducted on December 14 at DC conference hall. Representatives and party officials from three political parties namely, BJP, NPF and INC were present during the first level checking of EVMs. Later in the day the district also conducted national quiz 2017-18 under the aegis of Election Commission of India (ECI), wherein students from three schools took part in the competition. The winners would represent the district at the state level competition.

DIMAPUR: Kezo Basa Village Students’ Union (KBVSU) held its 9th annual general conference on December 27 at Kezo Basa under Kohima district with Angami Sports Association (ASA) general secretary, Zale Neikha as the chief guest. A press note issued by KBVSU stated that speaking on the occasion Zale Neikha maintained that education play a great role in shaping future and professional career. He asserted that being well educated not only meant to earn certificate and good salary, but to be a good and sociable person in life. Neikha also called upon the students to respect their elders and parents and at the same time asked them to maintain courtesy in the approach. He urged upon the students to engage in social activities with positive attitude, and also build leadership quality and urged to focus on what they wanted to do,

ASA general secretary, Zale Neikha addressing at KBVSU general conference at Kezo Basa on December 27.

and take steps to get where they wanted to be. He also emphasized on time management and urged upon the students to broaden their horizon and march ahead with the competitive world. Neikha emphasized on KBVSU’s motto “marching forward” and said that they would together march forward to achieve their goal. Kezo Basa village council chairman Divi Naki, Southern Angami Students’ Union (SASU)

president, Ketholeto Anthony Zashiimo and others also spoke at the conference. The programme was led by KBVSU advisor, Kevineito Zecho while welcome address was delivered by KBVSU president, Kevisii Thuphre. The conference was marked by felicitation of HSLC successful candidates, folk song, etc. and concluded with vote of thanks proposed by KBVSU vice president, Mhasikho Thami. K Y M C

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NCR list: Assam CM Sonowal says ‘genuine’ Indians need not worry

Guwahati, Dec 27 (PTI): With Assam on the edge ahead of the publication of the draft National Register of Citizens (NRC), Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal sought to dispel apprehensions saying “genuine” Indians missing from the citizenship register would get enough opportunities to incorporate their names. Massive preparations are in place to ensure peace and no one will be allowed to take law in their hands after publication of the first draft of the NRC, a list of the State’s citizens, on December 31, the chief minister said here on Wednesday. “No one should have any apprehensions. If the name of a genuine Indian citizen is missing in the part draft of the NRC, he or she will get proper chance to incorporate it,” Mr. Sonowal told PTI here. He also made it clear that the government would tolerate no violence. “We have received central forces and they are being deployed across the State to ensure peace. No

Sarbananda Sonowal untoward incident will be allowed to take place,” Mr. Sonowal said. A massive exercise to update the NRC is being carried out in Assam following a directive of the Supreme Court in 2005. However, the exercise started as late as 2015 under the Congress regime. It got a major push only after the BJP came to power with “illegal immigration from Bangladesh” as a poll plank. The apex court had ordered that the first draft of the NRC be published by December 31 after completing the scrutiny of over two crore claims along with that of around 38 lakh people whose documents were suspect. Mr. Sonowal said

40,000 government officials, including deputy commissioners of the districts, sub divisional officers and circle officers, are involved in the massive exercise which has been going on in 6,500 NRC centres. “The district administrations have been holding regular meetings with various socio-cultural, students organisations, senior citizens and writers seeking their help in peaceful publication of the part draft of the NRC. We hope the process will be completed smoothly,” he said. Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba spent two days in the State last week, reviewing preparations for the publication of the part draft of the NRC and security arrangements, as ensuring peace in the state is a top priority for the Centre and the state governments, officials said. Of the 3.28 crore applications submitted, there was confusion over the inclusion of 29 lakh people who had submitted certificates issued by ‘gram panchayats’ as proof of identity, after a Gauhati

High Court order in February had deemed ‘panchayat’ certificates invalid, the officials said. The Supreme Court set aside the High Court order and upheld the validity of the certificates as identity proof if they were followed up with proper verification. The apex court also asked authorities to stick to the original deadline for the publication of the draft NRC and include names of those whose claims were verified. The NRC was last updated in Assam way back in 1951. Then, it had recorded 80 lakh citizens in the State. Since then, the process of identification of illegal immigrants in Assam has been debated and become a contentious issue in the State’s politics. A six-year agitation demanding identification and deportation of illegal immigrants was launched by the All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) in 1979. It culminated with the signing of the Assam Accord on August 15, 1985 in the presence of the then prime minister Rajiv Gandhi.

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Repatriation process of refugees to commence: AR Aizawl, Dec 27 (PTI): Repatriation process of around 1,500 people who had taken shelter in southern Mizoram’s Lawngtlai district to Myanmar was most likely to commence from today, an official statement of the Assam Rifles said. The statement said that “Assam Rifles has contacted all the stakeholders in repatriation including Myanmar Army, local Indian villagers, refugees as well as district administration so as to commence repatriation of refugees at the earliest”. The Myanmarese nationals, mainly Zakhai and Khumi, began to cross the Mizoram-Myanmar border on November 25 and took shelter in four villages - Zochachhuah, Hmawngbuchhuah, Laitlang and Dumzautlang - and the number of refugees crossed 1,600 at one time. The refugees were mainly from the border villages of Varang, Paletwa, Pakangwa and Mulaw in Myanmar’s Chin State and came to Mizoram after the Myanmar Army launched offensive against the Arakan rebels.

Job racket from north India duping unemployed NE youths Imphal, Dec 27 (IANS): A job racket in northeast India has cheated hundreds of gullible youths in the region on false promises of providing employment and joboriented training courses, police said on Wednesday. Based on media reports, the Manipur Police has taken several steps, including contacting their Chandigarh counterparts, to help them bust the racket. The unemployment figure is exceptionally high in the northeast. There are over eight lakh educated youths in Manipur which has a population less than 28 lakh. A dubious group of “professional trainers” from Chandigarh has been using a two-pronged strategy to cheat the youths: first, they shoot SMSs to the youths promising them plum jobs, and then they make false claims that they can train the youths in hospitality services. A woman “director” in Chandigarh told IANS that “free hostel and meals are provided” during the training course, though she did not explain why her “institute” was offering such facilities. Documents in possession of IANS only increase suspicion about the “institute”, whose loca-

tion and name are cleverly concealed. The cyber crime unit of the Manipur Police has initiated steps to track down the persons behind this job racket. A Muslim boy from Manipur was one of the duped youths who had been lured to the “institute”. He told reporters that the youths brought from the Northeast were herded in some rooms. “We were never allowed to visit the office, meet others or get further details. After some days we were told that unless we bring some other youths, we would not be provided employment. That is when we started having suspicion.” Later, they were told that they must deposit a security amount of Rs 47,000 each and promised a pay package of Rs 15,000, he said, adding that some of them had decided to flee before it was too late. According to him, many other youths were trapped there and the government must do something to rescue them. Some of the gang members have approached prominent journalists so that some favourable articles are published, which would further help in trapping the unsuspecting Northeast youths.

Minor raped and murdered in Arunachal

Itanagar, Dec 27 (PTI): A 13-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered last week in Arunachal Pradesh’s Namsai district, an incident that Chief Minister Pema Khandu condemned Wednesday. The body of the victim, a Class 8 student of a missionary school in the district, was found lying in a ditch next to a field on Saturday, Namsai Deputy Commissioner RK Sharma said. “The incident occurred on December 23 when the girl had gone to the field for farming work. Her father expired a few years ago and her mother in an anganwadi worker,” he said, adding that further details would be available in the case only after investigation. Chief Minister Pema Khandu sought immediate action against the accused today. “The perpetrators of such a heinous crime should be immediately nabbed and given exemplary punishment,” the chief minister said. He directed the district administration and the police to intensify the investigation and ensure justice at the earliest so that the people are able to restore their faith in the public administration and the police.

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Open defecation free award in Manipur Correspondent

IMPHAL, Dec 27: Manipur Municipal Administration and Urban Development (MAHUD) minister Th Shyamkumar Wednesday announced Rs 1.5 lakh award to urban body that were able to achieve ‘open defecation free’ status by 2018. The minister made the announcement at the one-day media sensitization workshop held at the City Convention Center, Palace Compound to encourage urban bodies to maintain cleanliness and hygiene as part of Swachh Survekshan-2018. The workshop was jointly organized by directorate of information and public relations (DIPR) and MAHUD. The minister appealed to the media persons to spread awareness about the survey so that the state can achieve top ranking. Th Shyamkumar also handed over cheques to the winners of the cleanliness competition held under the ‘Mission

Imphal-Keibul’ organised by the MAHUD department from November 19 to December 2, 2017 during the Manipur Sangai Festival 2017. The winner of the competition Kumbi Municipal Council received Rs 80,000, second ranked Nambol Municipal Council Rs 50,000 and third ranked Moirang Municipal Council Rs 30,000. Consolation prizes of Rs 10,000 each were also handed over to Bishnupur Municipal Council, Ningthoukhong Municipal Council and Oinam Municipal Council. A compact disk (CD) on ‘Swachh Survekshan 2018’ song was also released at the function. MAHUD director N Gitkumar Singh said that 27 towns in the state including Imphal city were competing in the ‘Swachh Survekshan 2018’. He said MAHUD focuses on urban areas targeting open defecation free and scientific elimination of municipal solid waste.

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S I L C H A R , D EC 2 7 (AGENCIES): In a shocking incident an amount of Rs 20.60 lakh had disappeared from a person’s bank account in Axis Bank in Dimapur, Assam based Time8 report stated. The amount was reportedly transferred from the account of a Naga lady in Dimapur by a person in Silchar to his other accounts. According to reports, the accused opened an account in Axis bank’s Silchar branch with forged KYC documents of the lady who had Rs 20.60 lakh in her savings account in Axis bank’s Dimapur branch. However, the accused submitted a different photograph for the account, the report stated. It was reported that the accused opted for an online facility in his account while the victim did not avail that facility. The accused allegedly transferred Rs

20.60 lakh from the victim’s Dimapur account through online mode to two different accounts in Karimganj, one in IDBI (Karimganj Branch) in the name of MS Naseema Enterprise and another in Bandhan Bank (Karimganj Branch) in the name of Nazim Uddin, the Time8 report stated. After the victim filed a complaint to senior bank officials, the bank initiated an investigation. A Police complaint was also filed in the Silchar Sadar Police Station by the bank officials. As per the bank’s internal investigation, it was revealed that the documents submitted by the accused were not properly verified by the bank officials during opening of the account. According to reports, this was not the first incident that such case was reported against Axis bank’s Silchar branch.

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Shillong, Dec 27: Christians in Meghalaya, as in the rest of the world, celebrated Christmas with fervour and spirit, exchanging greetings and gifts with friends and relatives. Bishops and pastors led services and delivered sermons in various cathedrals and churches of different Christian denominations in the region. Choir groups were seen singing carols in churches and at public places. Christmas trees and wreaths adorned almost every household. All the churches, missionary schools and institutions were also decorated with colourful buntings and lights. Meghalaya’s state capital Shillong was decked up for Christmas for the week’s celebra-

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percent of the population is Christian. Leaders of various political parties also greeted the people on the occasion of Christmas. Extending his greetings, Governor Ganga Prasad said “As we celebrate Christmas, let us resolve to revere the spirit of Christmas by treating one another with love and compassion, and by resolving to share and care for the mankind.” “May this season of goodwill further strengthen the bonds of friendship and camaraderie and bring bountiful of blessings to all,” Chief Minister Mukul Sangma said.

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tions. Both government and private buildings as well as street corners were illuminated and decorated with Christmas trees, banners and festoons. Tourists from other states of the country were flocking to the city to participate in the celebrations. All communities, irrespective of religious faith, joined their Christian brethren to celebrate Christmas enthusiastically. Exchange of greetings and gifts, visits to relatives, games and sports among children and community feasts marked the celebrations across the state, where over 80

Registration No. 5457/2015 Date 16/12/2015 I, Shri. Ngangshi Imchen, S/o Lt. Sentinungsang, Resident of H.No. 215, LRC Island Colony, Dimapur, Nagaland do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:1. That, I am a bonafide and law abiding citizen of India. 2. That my correct official name is "Ngangshi Imchen", which is entered and recorded in my official documents and records. 3. That, for sometimes I have used my name as "S. Imkong Imchen" in my official correspondences. 4. That, the names, "Ngangshi Imchen" and "S. Imkong Imchen" refers to the names of one and the same person, i.e. my name only. 5. That I have sworn this affidavit to declare my true and correct official name as "Ngangshi Imchen" and henceforth I shall use the same in all my future correspondence and records. 6. That, the statements made in para 1 to 5 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, belief and nothing is concealed therein. And I have signed this affidavit on this 16th day of December '2015 at Dimapur, Nagaland. Deponent Sworn before me by the Deponent Notary Public DP-13240

APPRECIATION The Walford Area Council has been appreciated for repaired of the worst portion of the Walford approach road near New Dhansiri bridge by DMC. The Council also especially thanks to Shri. Moa Sangtam Administrator and Shri. Patro EE DMC for their initiatives for the said road repaired work for the area public in general. (Vetsosao Nyekha) Gen. Secy. Walford Area Council Dimapur

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The Tamlu Bühü Union Dimapur with immense pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to the following individuals for their various achievements : 1. Rev. P. Peushing Phom, Pastor, Tamlu Baptist Church on being ordained by Phom Baptist Christian Association (PBCA) 2. Shri. B. Menlong Phom, JSCO promoted to SDO (Soil) under Soil & Water Conservation Department. 3. Shri. B. Chingmei Phom, APO promoted to Statistician under Planning & Coordination Department. 4. Shri. John Mukho Phom, UBSI promoted to Inspector of Police. 5. Shri. Hentung Phom for securing the post of Junior Engineer under Works & Housing Department through NPSC. 6. Shri. M. Mopling Phom for securing the post of Research Assistant under Art & Culture Department through NPSC. Further we wishes and pray that Almighty God continue to bless each one of you in all your future endeavours. (S. Shongvai) President, TBUD

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for the polls, he said. “We expect the announcement to come in the first or later part of January second week,” Kharkongor said. In 2013, the Election Commission had announced the two-phase polls for three northeastern states – Meghalaya, Tripura and Nagaland – on January 11. On that occasion, the polling date for Meghalaya and Nagaland was February 23 while it was February 14 for Tripura. Counting for all the three states was held on February 28. As many as 4,400 VVPAT machines have arrived in the state and Meghalaya already has 4,800 EVMs.

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Shillong, Dec 26: Election Commission is likely to announce the election dates for the ensuing Assembly elections in Meghalaya around second week of January next year, an official said. Chief Election Commissioner, Achal Kumar Joti, who had reviewed pollpreparedness of Meghalaya, had told reporters that the Election Commission was satisfied with the poll preparedness in Meghalaya. The ninth Meghalaya Assembly was constituted by the Election Commission on March 1, 2013 and its

term will expire on March 6 next year. Meghalaya is expected to vote for its tenth legislature, comprising 60 members, in February. The Election Commission is expected to announce the election date for Meghalaya in January next year. Meghalaya is currently ruled by the Congress. “The Election Commission is expected to announce the date of the polls somewhere during the second week of January,” Meghalaya Chief Electoral Officer, Frederick Kharkongor said. Usually the Election Commission gives maximum of 45 days and minimum of 21 days

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017

Jairam Thakur takes oath as Himachal Pradesh CM Shimla, Dec 27 (AGENCIES): Five-time BJP MLA Jairam Thakur on Wednesday was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh. Governor Acharya Dev Vrat administered the oath of office to Thakur and 11 others. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP president Amit Shah, veteran party leader L.K. Advani, senior Union Ministers Rajnath Singh and Nitin Gadkari, Chief Ministers of many BJP-ruled States and several party leaders were present on the occasion. A large number of people started gathering since morning from the home district of Mandi of Thakur on the historic Ridge ground. Supporters of the newly sworn-in Ministers also thronged the venue. Senior MLA and a former two-time Minister, Mahendra Singh Thakur from Dharampur in Mandi was the second one after the Chief Minister to take the oath. He was followed by Krishan Kapoor from Dharamsala in Kangra. His name was included in the last hour after the reported intervention of former Chief Minister Prem Kumar Dhu-

Himachal Pradesh Governor A.D. Vrat administers the oath to Jairam Thakur as he takes charge as Chief Minister in Shimla on Wednesday. mal. He was given the party ticket in the last hour but he comfortably defeated the Congress’s Sudhir Sharma, a close confidant of Virbhadra Singh. Shimla MLA and former State party president Suresh Bhardwaj was the next to take the oath. He is the only Minister to be sworn in from Shimla district, which is the third largest district after Kangra and Mandi, but is a stronghold of the Congress. The BJP won three seats out of eight here. It won nine out of 10 in Mandi and 11 out of 15 in Kangra. Former Congress leader Sukh Ram’s son Anil

Sharma, who joined the BJP on the eve of elections from the Congress, was the next to take the oath. The fatherson duo, after publically humiliated by Congress Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh, had a large role in totally washing out the Congress from the district. The Congress got a zero out of 10 seats in the district. Other leaders from Kangra, Sarween Chowdhary from Shahpur, the only woman face; Vipin Parmar from Sulah; and Bikram Singh from Jaswan also took oath as Ministers. Ram Lal Markande, elected from Lahaul-Spit, and young faces Virender

Kanwar from Kutlehar in Una district, Gobind Thakur from Manali in Kullu district and Rajeev Sejal from Kasauli in Solan district were also sworn in as first time Ministers. All the Ministers took the oath in Hindi except Suresh Bhardwaj and Gobind Thakur, who took the oath in Sanskrit. Senior MLA and former Minister Rajeev Bindal from Sirmaur, who was expected to be sworn in, was a surprise exclusion from the Cabinet. But later a party press release from president Satpal Satti cleared that the senior leader is going to be sworn in as the Speaker of the Vidhan Sabha. Hansraj from Churah in Chamba is tipped to become the Deputy Speaker. The Majority of the districts in the State have got the representation in the cabinet, except Hamirpur from where Dhumal lost the elections and smaller districts like Bilaspur and Kinnaur. Supporters of Vikram Jaryal from Bhatiyat in Chamba and Narendra Bragta from Jubbal-Kotkhai in Shimla staged a mild protest in the capital for not giving their MLAs birth in Cabinet.

Delhi deploys marshals to check pollution offences New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS): To check burning in the open and other practices that cause air pollution, the Delhi government on Wednesday announced deployment of home guard volunteers as environment marshals. Fourteen Home Guards have already been posted in seven wards of three municipal corporations, covering high polluting areas including Anand Vihar, I.P. Extension, Jhilmil, Daryaganj, Okhla, Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar-Samaypur Badli and Shahbad Daulatpur-Pooth Khurd. “In the coming days, the Department of Environment plans to increase the number of marshals to 100 who will be deployed in 50 wards of MCD,” the government said in a statement. Trained to act as the eyes and ears of the government, the marshals will report incidents of open burning of leaves, garbage or plastic, or open dumping of construction waste and spillage of solid waste at landfill sites. In November, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) asked the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), under the Delhi government, to check the open burning and to take effective measures to control dust pollution caused due to irresponsible construction activities.

Malegaon blast case: Sadhvi, Purohit to face anti-terror trial

Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur and Lt. Col. Prasad Purohit. New Delhi, Dec 27 (AGENCIES): Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, Lt. Col. Prasad Purohit and six others will face trial under an anti- terror law in the 2008 Malegaon bomb blast case as the special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in Mumbai on Wednesday dismissed their applications for discharge. The court, however, dropped provisions under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against all the accused. It discharged a c c u s e d S hya m S a h u , Shivnarayan Kalsangra and Praveen Takalki from the case. The court said the accused would face trial under

sections 16 (committing a terror act) and 18 (criminal conspiracy) of the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), and sections 120(b) (punishment of criminal conspiracy), 302 (murder), 307 (attempt to murder) and 326 (intentionally causing harm to others) of the IPC. “The UAPA sections 17 [raising funds for a terrorist organisation or a terrorist attack], 20 [being part of a terrorist organisation] and 23 [aiding somebody who is part of a terrorist organisation] have been dropped against all accused,” special NIA judge S D Tekale said. Apart from Sadhvi and Purohit, the accused

who will now face trial are: Sudhakar Dwivedi, Major (retd.) Ramesh Upadhyay, Sameer Kulkarni, Sudhakar Chaturvedi and Ajay Rahirkar. Accused Jagdish Mhatre and Rakesh Dhawde will face trial only under the Arms Act, the court said. The court asked all the accused persons to appear before it on January 15 for the formal framing of charges against them. On Se ptember 29, 2008, a bomb explosion near Bhiku Chowk at Malegaon in Nashik district killed six people and injued several people. The improvised explosive device (IED) was fitted upon an LML Freedom motorcycle.

BJP issues whip on triple talaq legislation Prez ask States to address issues faced by weaker sections

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS): The BJP is believed to have issued a three-line whip to its MPs asking them to be present in the Lok Sabha on Thursday when the government plans to introduce the bill that criminalises the practice of instant triple talaq. Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad will introduce the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights and Marriage) Bill that seeks to protect the rights of married Muslim women and prohibits “any pronouncement (of divorce) by a person upon his wife by words, either spoken or written or in electronic form, or in any other manner”. In a bid to ensure that

Ravi Shankar Prasad the introduction is smooth, the BJP is understood to have issued the whip so that any stiff opposition from members on the other side at the introduction stage could be thwarted. The bill proposes to make the triple talaq practice a punishable offence and describes it against

CBI official held for rail e-ticket racket New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS): The CBI has arrested an assistant programmer working with the probe agency and another person for developing and selling a software for booking railway tickets by “duping the Tatkal ticket booking system”, an official said on Wednesday. Ajay Garg, 35, was held from Delhi on Tuesday night when the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) got information about its employee indulging in the racket with the help of a private person Anil Kumar Gupta. Garg was on Wednesday presented before a special court in Saket, which sent him to five-day CBI custody. Gupta was held from his residence in Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur late on Tuesday and is to be brought to Delhi on transit remand, CBI spokesperson Abhishek Dayal said. During the night-long operation, the CBI conducted raids at 14 locations in Delhi, Mumbai and Jaunpur which led to the recovery of Rs 89.42 lakh cash, gold jewellery worth Rs 61.29 lakh, including two gold bars of one kg each, 15 laptops, 15 hard disks, 52 mobile phones, 24 sim cards, 10 notebooks, six routers, four dongles and 19 pen drives along with some incriminating material from the premises of the accused and others. “It was alleged that Garg had developed an illicit software for duping the Tatkal ticket booking system being run by the

IRCTC and conspired with Anil Kumar Gupta. They indulged in distributing the software to private persons for their unauthorised use for a hefty consideration,” the CBI official said. The official said that “use of such software is illegal as per rules and regulations of IRCTC and also under the Railways Act”. “It was also alleged that Garg was collecting money for the use of such software by certain booking agents and had amassed huge wealth from these activities. The case is in the line with CBI Director Alok Kumar Verma’s policy of having a robust internal mechanism of ensuring probity and having zero tolerance towards corruption,” Dayal said. The official, however, clarified that there was no loss to the IRCTC in the racket, but it was in another way a loss to the public who could not get tickets while trying to book it online. The official said that as many as 10 agents, seven from Jaunpur and three from Mumbai, have also been identified. The CBI has registered a case against Garg and Gupta under charges of criminal conspiracy of the Indian Penal Code, computer-related offences for unauthorised access and damage to computer and computer system, unauthorised carrying on of business of procuring and supplying of railway tickets and criminal misconduct.

“constitutional morality” and “gender equity”. Anyone who pronounces instant divorce “shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and a fine”, the bill proposes. Clerics and several Muslim organisations, cutting across sects and schools of jurisprudence, have opposed the bill, terming the government’s stand as “uncalled for interference” in the personal laws of the community. Earlier, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ananth Kumar asked all opposition parties to help pass the bill in Parliament.

Guntur, Dec 27 (AGENCIES): Insufficient access to health care, education, housing and civic amenities have to be addressed to achieve the dreams of a new India by the year 2022, when India commemorates the 75th anniversary of Independence, President Ram Nath Kovind has said. Addressing the issues being faced by traditionally weaker sections such as OBCs, SC and ST communities and women at the local and State level would drive forward the Indian Development Experience, Mr. Kovind said after inaugurating the centenary conference of Indian Economic Association (IEA) held at Bible Mission grounds opposite

Acharya Nagarjuna University here on Wednesday. While urging the economists to work more with the State Governments and offer them counsel and recommendations that are specific to their regions and demographic profiles, the President congratulated the Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu for making Andhra Pradesh a leader in economic thinking and initiatives and for converting the policy perceptions into projects on the ground. Stating that the world is facing a situation where many societies that had so far advocated the cause of a liberal trading order are turning perfectionist, the President said that the onus

is on emerging economies such as India to speak up for an inter-connected world, where fair and growing trade helps the largest number of people. “The era of formal jobs is gradually yielding to one of employment opportunities and even selfemployment opportunities in specialised manufacturing , in the services sector , digital economy and the more informal — gig economy. We have to understand these sectors and design social security measures and safety nets to protect its workers,” the President said. Nobel Laureate and founder of Grameena Bank, Muhammad Yunus said that poverty is bred out of the system and imposed on people. Comparing the current world economic or-

der to an mushroom plant, he said that 99.9 per cent of wealth continues to remain on top of the tree while the vast number of people who constitute the trunk of the tree is just 1 percent. Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, ESL Narasimhan released the special issue of the IEA journal, souvenir of the conference and books written by conference president C. Rangarajan and P.K Joshi. Naidu, who is also the chief patron of the conference, said that Andhra Pradesh has emerged a role model in driving economic growth through innovative policies and tapping digital technologies. The growth

rate in the state has been increasing ever since the bifurcation and the state had even achieved the double digit growth rate, much more than the average growth rate of the country. IEA, president and former chairman of UGC and ICSSR, Sukhadeo Thorat said that the conference with an overarching theme “India’s Development Experience”, would have five sub-themes-”Pace and pattern of development,’’ “Monetary and Fiscal Issues in Development Process’’, “India and External World’’, “Issues in Distribution” and Sectoral Performance in Agriculture, Manufacturing and Service Sector”.

INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY BOARD OF INDIA (IBBI) Sealed tenders are invited from reputed agencies for administration of Online Valuation Examination. The last date of the submission of bid is 17.01.2018 at 1400 hrs. For detailed and other items and conditions and corrigendum, if any, please visit IBBI website at www.ibbi.gov.in. DGM (Estt.) davp 07121/11/0004/1718 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER

NAGALAND : KOHIMA Email: ceo_nagaland@eci.gov.in, Phone:0370-2290456/2290458 No.ELE/ESTT-21/2017/ Kohima, dated the 22nd December 2017 DECLARATION OF EXAMINATION RESULT Pursuant to this Office two advertisement No.ESTT-140/2015-17 dated 17th April 2017 for recruitment of the post of Data Processing Operator, Call Centre Operator and Library Attendant under the establishment of the Chief Electoral Officer and for the post of LDA-cum-Computer Assistant under the establishment of District Election Officers, the departmental written examination, Computer Test and Oral Interview was conducted and the following candidates have been selected for appointment to the said post. The list of selected candidates merit-wise along with Backward Tribe and Physically Handicapped reservation categories are as mentioned below: NAME OF POST RANK NAME OF CANDIDATE ROLL NO. RESERVATION DATA PROCESSING 1 T. DUMCHOBENI KIKON D2116 OPERATOR 2 K. TOVIKA ZHIMOMI D0731 3 NAROINLA AIER D2184 4 LONGME T D1642 KONYAK 5 PHOMLI PHOM D0585 PHOM CALL CENTRE 1 NEIKETOULHOU C0210 OPERATOR 2 THERALI OVUNG C0050 3 SHILUMONGLA T. SANGTAM C0323 SANGTAM LIBRARY ATTENDANT 1 MOANARO AIER B2281 LDA-cum-COMPUTER 1 THUNGDEMO A4369 ASSISTANT 2 VIPHREZO KWEHO A2984 3 KHRIEVIZO RAYMOND VIZO A3097 4 LIJANTHUNG Y. SHITIO A4184 5 LONGME T. A4563 6 NJIYHUN KEMP A2908 7 IMNANUKSHI JAMIR A3750 8 TEWEPRE-Ü THELE A3573 CHAKHESANG 9 ALEN A. YIMCHUNGER A4900 YIMCHUNGER 10 GUIPEULE NSARANGBE A3486 ZELIANG 11 NOKTSULA A4778 CHANG 12 WOREMO A. HUMTSOE A3018 PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED The selected candidates are informed to report in the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Nagaland, Kohima on 3 rd or 4th of January 2018 between 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM along with all original documents, one set of photo copy of relevant documents and 4 (four) recent passport. (ABHIJIT SINHA) IAS Chief Electoral Officer, Nagaland : Kohima DC-3039

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Wrestling with issues

o far, the Naga political issue has overshadowed other issues and in a way, reflecting the manner with which the state politicians have been dealing with other such issues. It is describing the situation to the principle of demand-supply economics. Issues on demand are too many but meeting such demands is too few and far between. People make demands, whether reasonable or not or logical or not but are more than convinced that their demands are justified. There are many demands some meant for some particular community or area(s) and some for the general populace. Sometimes state politicians, forward demands that cannot be made, to New Delhi; in a classic case of throwing the ball at the other’s court. One issue that has been kept on the backburner involves the demand for statehood within the state. The demand for statehood may have arisen as a consequence of decades of feeling of utter neglect. The continued reassertion by the Eastern Nagaland People’s Organisation (ENPO) for a separate ‘Frontier Nagaland’ state has re-resonated with the expected solution and also holding of scheduled assembly election. After the Government of Nagaland tactfully, shrewdly or conveniently tossed the demand of ENPO for a separate state to the Centre’s court there appears to be no headway. The state government during the tenure of the UPA when P.Chidambaram was the union home minister, had passed on the demand of ENPO. On its part, the then union home minister P.C.Chidambaram, who had met with then Nagaland chief minister Neiphiu Rio and other legislators, set at rest all speculations to make it clear, though in a diplomatic way, by saying that the demand for a separate ‘Frontier Nagaland’ was not viable. The other issues that had found expressions through protests and agitations have yet to be fully met and which only delayed the eventuality of future agitations. Some of the demands for more jobs or avenues cannot be practically met as attempting to do so could result in serious backlash. These happenings are not something that arose only recently but which have own history and magnified during the recent times. The complexity in the landscape as evident today-the myriad voices seeking to reassert their rights, grew out of the short term gains used often to ‘solve’ the issues and problems. Be it a systems failure to mete out free, fair and just response; the most popular solution has become ‘compromise’ to obtain a short term objective. In a tribal landscape, Naga tribal cleavages, against the backdrop of renaissance or reinterpretation of tradition of a society that is grappling between the past and the present; has not gone untested and it found wanting. The direction and guidance ought to have come from those popular and populist leaders but unfortunately, they all seem to suffer from an aberration of wisdom. There are as many causes and factors but if the system or in whatever form it exists, is unable to fathom the magnitude of the problems and also to understand future implications ;then those supposed to be running (or ruining by compromising) the system have not realized the scope of their roles when they have not found it profitable to give time, effort and commitment needed. Many seem confused about what’s happening and where we’re heading to, though some may have their own esteemed judgments but it is undeniable that populism, rhetoric, clichés and a dose of tribalism have turned society upside down.

DailyDevotion Where the Battle is Won or Lost “If you will return, O Israel,” says the Lord… —Jeremiah 4:1 Our battles are first won or lost in the secret places of our will in God’s presence, never in full view of the world. The Spirit of God seizes me and I am compelled to get alone with God and fight the battle before Him. Until I do this, I will lose every time. The battle may take one minute or one year, but that will depend on me, not God. However long it takes, I must wrestle with it alone before God, and I must resolve to go through the hell of renunciation or rejection before Him. Nothing has any power over someone who has fought the battle before God and won there. I should never say, “I will wait until I get into difficult circumstances and then I’ll put God to the test.” Trying to do that will not work. I must first get the issue settled between God and myself in the secret places of my soul, where no one else can interfere. Then I can go ahead, knowing with certainty that the battle is won. Lose it there, and calamity, disaster, and defeat before the world are as sure as the laws of God. The reason the battle is lost is that I fight it first in the external world. Get alone with God, do battle before Him, and settle the matter once and for all. In dealing with other people, our stance should always be to drive them toward making a decision of their will. That is how surrendering to God begins. Not often, but every once in a while, God brings us to a major turning point— a great crossroads in our life. From that point we either go toward a more and more slow, lazy, and useless Christian life, or we become more and more on fire, giving our utmost for His highest— our best for His glory.

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When you focus on being a blessing, God makes sure that you are always blessed in abundance. ~ Joel Osteen

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017

Post-mortem Try kindness, it can Is there a credible alternative to make a world of difference

challenge brand NPF in Nagaland?

don’t think there is a credible alternative to challenge the brand NPF in Nagaland. It is the only seasoned regional political party with strong organizational structure in all the constituencies of the state. And regardless of the various political acrimony, dissatisfaction, bitterness, hatred, mistrust and personal invective against the NPF government and its leaders for misgovernance and various allegations of corruption, I believe at the end of the day, many Nagas being staunch regionalist at heart will definitely settle for a regional political party. And so, it won’t be an easy job to dethrone, depose and dislodge the NPF party by any, anytime soon, let alone this election. As for me, either which way, like it or not, call me jingoist, propagandists or by whatever name, I cannot think of voting for any party other than the regional political party. Also that, when you are given the choice of BJP, Congress and Independent candidates with NPF, I say, you are without a choice. Independent candidate is definitely not my cup of tea as without any policies and manifesto, he/she looks more of a selfish insatiable opportunist concerned for his/her own personal profit, pleasure and power rather than motivated by a sense of pure altruism. BJP is a par ty that thrives on the politics of communalism. It has done more damage than good to the people - Demonetization, job loss, agrarian distress, economic slowdown, trade deficit, GST and so on. The string of so called reform measures introduced by them so far has stumped the poor and the middle class and made their condition even more pitiable. They seems to be working for the “haves at the cost of misery of the have not’s”. These reform measures though they justify, explain and say, are being introduced in pursuit of development. But

or ages men were lost in spiritual darkness blinded by the disease of sin, made to grope- searching, questing, and seeking some way out. Man needed someone who could lead him out of mental confusing and could redeem him from the Devil’s prison. From the primitive men in the jungle through the mighty civilization of Egypt, Greece and Rome, bewildered men were all asking the same questions. How can I be better? How can I get rid of this terrible disease? When man deliberately

they should understand that, reform measures must not come at the expense of only the certain section of the population particularly, the poor and the middle class. Also, for the first time in the history of India, cow has become more important than human lives when people are being attacked, lynched and murdered by cow vigilantes so called Gau Raksha’s in different parts of the country. Ram mandir issue, atrocities against people of different faiths and many more, etc, are all happening under their rule. Their few years rule so far, has caused more suffering, more distress and has greatly inconvenienced the common people rather than ameliorating their living conditions. All big talks mean nothing. Besides, they lack the necessary organizational structure and being a communal force, may not find support from the people of the state. As such, may not offer any serious challenge to the NPF. Congress - The party is in hibernation mode in our state, ever since the unfortunate betrayal of people’s mandate by those selfish legislators who, instead of donning the role of responsible opposition, joined the NPF fold after getting elected on a congress tickets. I hope the congress pick up its game and bat well if election is to be held. We need them to put up a good show, even if they could not win enough seats to form the government because we need a strong opposition, for the effective functioning of a democracy and government. NDPP (Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party) - There’s a saying, “Any political party that includes the word ‘democratic’ and ‘progressive, in its name, isn’t”. A perfect example of, “Old wine in new bottle”, but no matter how hard it tries, a leopard can never change its spot. Its early days for this newly floated regional political party. And they lack the required organizational structure and resources to

disobeyed Him, he was banished from the presence of God. He had said, “in the day thou eatest thereof, thou shalt surely die”. For centuries men in their blindness have been trying to get back to Edenbut they never been able to reach their goal. Jesus Christ is Coequal with God the Father. He was not just the Son of God. The birth of Jesus Christ that we celebrate at Christmas time was not His beginning. The angelic hosts bowed in humility and awe as heaven’s Prince of Princes and the

take the NPF party head-on. They still have a long way to go to even think of giving a good fight to the well organized NPF. With all due respect to Delhi’s AAP (Aam Admi Party), Nagaland Unit of AAP is just a “TAMASHA”, with very few entertainers. The party is almost nonexistent, nothing on the ground except for only a handful of nonsense noise in social media, exposing their immaturity and stupidity before the public with the like of posts, “I will be the next Hardik Patel of Nagaland”. “Need only 6% of votes”, to make AAP a National party. So, let us leave them there, they are for a bigger and greater national cause and so are irrelevant to issues of our state and will be irrelevant after election, if held. The NPF looks well set for another inning because of robust organizational structure at the constituents and grassroots’ level. The party workers at the constituents and grassroots’ level has, a healthy connect with the people that always translates into votes. Because no matter the hue and cry, campaign and awareness on corruption and misgovernance against the party and its leaders, at the end of the day, people walk into a voting booth and press the button in favor of the party with which they have a “CONNECT”. The NPF party workers at the constituents and grassroots’ level provides, “THAT CONNECT”, which other political parties either do not enjoy or are lacking behind. I may sound like a political analyst as I say this, but the “ROBUST ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE”, “THE DEDICATED PARTY WORKERS AT CONSTITUENTS AND GRASSROOTS’ LEVEL” and the tag of “THE ONLY SEASONED REGIONAL POLITICAL PARTY” in the state, may turn out to be the “SAVING GRACE” of the NPF party on the “JUDGMENT DAY”. Hukai. H Zhimo, Forest Colony, Dimapur

avid M. Buss, Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan, with 50 other scientists residing in 37 cultures around the world, set out to discover what people want most in a mate. It took more than five years to gather all the information and, to the surprise of many, love or compatibility or intelligence or money never showed up as the most desired quality in a mate! But kindness did! It’s the most universally desired mate characteristic! SHOW A LITTLE KINDNESS: Kindness is a lang-uage the deaf can hear and the blind can see, said Mark Twain. Sometimes it takes only one act of kindness or one caring word to change a person’s entire life. Kind words cost you nothing. Kind people are the best kind of people! Many are alive today because of some kind heart. King David once asked his courtiers: “Is there anyone still left of the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for Jonathan’s sake?” (2 Samuel 9) They brought in Jonathan’s son, Mephibosheth, who was lame in both feet. “Don’t be afraid,” David said to him, “for I will surely show you kindness for the sake of your father Jonathan.” Shuffling and stammering, perhaps not looking the king in the eye, Mephibosheth said, “Who am I that you pay attention to a stray dog like me?” Nevertheless David carried through on his word. Our God is a God of abundant and everlasting “lovingkindness and tender mercies” (Ps. 103:4, 17; Is. 63:7). Amazingly, even though we deserved death as enemies of God, He went one step further and showed His lovingkindness and mercies by sending His only Son Jesus Christ to die in our place: “Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were enemies, Christ died for us.” (Rom. 5:7-8) LENDING A HELPING HAND: Behind every helping hand that is extended there is always a tender and compassionate heart. How often we have missed oppor-tunities to meet the needs of people around us whom we love simply because we weren’t paying attention to them. Walk a mile with them and you will see hands which hang down and feeble knees that refuse to move, stuck in the mud. They need a helping hand and a few com-forting words. Helping one person might not change the whole world, but it could change the world for one person. The Apostle Paul, while writing to the Philippians, says if God’s love has made any difference in their life, then, “Don’t push your way to the front; don’t sweet-talk your way to the top. Put yourself aside, and help others get ahead.

Mediator of history

Lord of Lords, who could speak words into space, got into His jeweled chariot went through pearly gates, across the steep of the skies and on the black Judean night, while the stars sang together and escorting angles chanted His praises, stepped out of the chariot, threw off His robs and became man. His origin is shrouded in the same mystery of God. The Bible teaches us, “who is the image of the invisible God, the first born of every creature”. The night Jesus was born Satan trembled. When the decree went

forth from Herod ordering the slaughter of all children, each one purpose was to make certain of the death of Jesus. All through the Old Testament, God gave man the promise of salvation if by faith he would believe in the coming Redeemer. Men have failed on every other occasion when they have tried to work without God, and they must be doomed to seek failures. The only solution was for an innocent party to volunteer to die physically and spiritually as a substitution before God. He would have to be

Whom do we expect to bring changes?

hen we talk about changes. No one is there to say no to bring changes regardless of young and old, leader and public, educated and uneducated at this juncture. So, to whom are blaming to make changes as well as to build a better society. Today, we are unsatisfied in every aspect of human developments. But the question is why? And whom to blame? Everyone is expert to comment on others mostly negative without knowing his/ her mistake. However, there must be a place /room for correction and criticism in order to shape each other for the upliftment of individual and community. Let us start within oneself to make a difference before we point

at others. For any development, there is a requirement for someone’s hard work and dedication to make changes on behalf of the community. There is a saying that in every success there is someone who worked hard behind the scenes. But the outcome is when change and success take place the whole community in particular celebrate the success story. Until and unless a person revoke the error in his/her mind on others, he/she will not have a healthy thinking. And having the unhealthy mindset will always bring a blockage in the community building for changes. If we are expecting for changes to occur in our life and community. Why not

we start doing something better and make a difference. Let us not wait others to bring changes. Human beings are holistic when you change a part of any system you simultaneously, every area of our life suffers. Humanity as a whole is the same way. Everything that we can do effects, the whole community, for better or worse. Let us think about, am I part of the change agent or part of the conflicts and destructions? Every decision in life has opportunity to make a difference that is good or bad. Let us not forget other sacrifices and put ourself as superior to other people. We should inculcate humility, gratitude and recognition of all blessings which makes

Don’t be obsessed with getting your own advantage. Forget yourselves long enough to lend a helping hand.” (Phil. 2:3-4, MSG) In short, he says that’s the nature of God; imitate Him. While writing to the Colossian, Galatian and Ephesian churches, the Apostle Paul gently made it clear that as foll-owers of Christ one has to live a lifestyle of kindness + “Beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” (Colossians 3:12) + “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, gentleness, self-control.” (Gal. 5:22-23) + “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each another, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Eph. 4:31-32, NIV) LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE: Jesus neither hesitated to call Himself “the light of the world.” (John 8:12) nor did He feel reluctant to say, “You are the light of the world” (Mt. 5:14). In Matthew 5:16 He urges us to “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Lights don’t advertise themselves, neither do they shine for themselves. Dwight L. Moody nailed it when he said, “We are told to let our light shine, and if it does, we won’t need to tell anybody it does. Lighthouses don’t fire cannons to call attention to their shining - they just shine.” Mother Teresa once said, “If you judge people, you have no time to love them.” Lights just shine, they don’t judge, they don’t criticise. Please don’t judge people. You don’t know what it took someone to just get out of bed and look and feel presentable. Many may recall the following words written by Curt Sapaugh & Bobby Austin and sung by Glen Campbell “If you see your brother standing by the road, with a heavy load, from the seeds he’s sowed; And if you see your sister falling by the way, just stop and say, you’re going the wrong way. You’ve got to try a little kindness, yes show a little kindness...” This year let’s not waste our time judging people. Like Jesus let’s spend time with people and show a little kindness to the ones rejected by society. Like David ask yourself: is there anyone I need to be kind to? No act of kindness however small is wasted. Sow it generously. Little deeds of kindness, little words of love, Make our Earth an Eden, Like the Heaven above. Dr. Jose, (josetnithi@gmail.com)

despised and rejected of man, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. He would be the great Mediator of history and have to die in place of sinful man. All this would have to be done voluntarily. The cause of all trouble of root of all sorrow, dread of every man lies in this one small word-sin. Many casual Christians have no visions of a holy God, so they have no motivation for destroying their sinful habits. They believe they will live their life in the way they choose and then, when they are old

and satisfied, they will get right with God. We will not have enough strength on our own to pull ourselves “over the top”. God does not promise that anything will become smooth in your life with material abundance and there will be no problem once you surrender your life to Jesus. The temptation to hunt you will come from godly religious people who are jealous of how you are and how blessed you are in things of the Spirit as well as in the things of the world. Keduovilie Linyü

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us success in life. One couldn’t do what you’ve without the help of others. We are extremely lucky to be able to participate and contribute in the way of changing life. Together, we Sir, It is the Lord’s Third Commandment “not can do whatever we want to take the Lord Thy God’s name in vain”. We our society to be. Therefore, it is a matter Nagas have made a vow in our Naga Sovereignty of priority and decision to struggle that is “Nagaland for Christ’. Now that bring changes in life. No our NNPGs are on to a solution with the Govt. matter how much things of India, it is the prerogative of this generation are breaking down, there is to fulfil our vow. Therefore, to highlight our vow, still a hope for good future. we should first Fast and pray to the Lord to bless Don’t let outsiders tell how us in all our endeavour; To ensure that no other our land should look. Our religion than Christianity take prominence in home/land is where our Nagaland; To ensure that various religious affair heart is. Believe that is a other than Christianity be kept private; That a better future, if we agree separate religious ministry portfolio is created that and willing to accept good will look upon the Church’s need of financial and material need and to have a diplomatic relationchanges. ship with Israel. “Fulfil you vow to the most high” Kuzhohuto Rhakho, Pastor, NCF Ahmednagar, Psalm 50:14 K. Shohe, Thilixu vill Block I 3rd Mile Dimapur Maharashtra Reader’s note: Articles or letters published in any of the columns do not reflect the view of this newspaper nor that of the Editor in any manner.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017

LS condemns Pakistan’s treatment of Jadhav’s kin

New Delhi, Dec 27 (IANS): Leaders across party lines on Wednesday condemned Pakistan’s “misbehaviour” with the wife and mother of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav during the meeting in Islamabad on Monday, with the issue figuring inside the Lok Sabha as well as in the Parliament galleries. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj has promised to make a statement in the House on Thursday. The Lower House also saw some members raising slogans against Pakistan. As soon as the House met, some members from the treasury benches started shouting “Pakistan Murdabad” (Down with Pakistan). Amid protests on other issues, Shiv Sena member Arvind Sawant raised the issue and slammed Pakistan’s action. “The way Pakistan misbehaved with Kulbhushan Jadhav’s family is condemnable... We should not stay quiet on the issue till Jadhav is brought back home,” he said. Trinamool Congress leader Saugata Roy supported him, saying making a Hindu woman take off her bangles, mangalsutra

Former Indian Navy officer Kulbhushan Jadhav’s wife and mother meet him while seated behind a glass screen at the Foreign Office in Islamabad on December 25.

and bindi should be condemned. Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge said all parties were together on this issue, and urged the government to get Jadhav back to the country. AIADMK MP and Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha M. Thambidurai also condemned the action. Sushma Swaraj, who was in the House, told the members that she will make a statement on the issue on Thursday. Minister of State for Home Kiren Rijiju meanwhile slammed the “very irresponsible” Pakistani media over the heckling of Jadhav’s mother and wife while they were waiting for their car outside the Pakistan Foreign Office building in Islamabad on

Monday. “Pakistan media is very irresponsible, it is not responsible like the Indian media,” Rijiju told reporters outside Parliament. He also assured action by the External Affairs Ministry over the heckling of Jhadav’s family. Meanwhile, on a different note, Samajwadi Party MP in Rajya Sabha Naresh Agarwal said: “If they (Pakistan) consider Kulbhushan Jadhav a terrorist in their country, then they will treat him that way. We should treat terrorists in our country the same way.” The statement stoked controversy, with Minister of State for Home Hansraj Ahir calling the comment “unfortunate”. “This is a very unfortunate statement. An

Cyber Crime Police arrests one in connection with CM’s fake letter

DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Cyber Crime Police had arrested Dimapur District Congress Committee working president, Dietho Rhakho on December 23 in connection with the alleged fake letter that showed Nagaland chief minister, T.R. Zeliang writing to Governor, P.B. Acharya and conveying the resignation of the State Cabinet on December 20. The letter went viral on social media, especially on Whatsapp and Facebook, on December 20 creating much confusion in the State. Following filing of an FIR by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) that very day, the Cyber PS (PHQ) registered a case and investigation was launched to book those responsible for spreading fake news concerning the highest office of the State with malicious intent. The penal section in this case connection per-

tains to forgery, defamation, cheating, impersonation, public mischief and personating by using computer resources. Rhakho was arrested for creating and posting the fake letter. In a statement, Temjensenla Jamir, SP Crime & PRO, PHQ, claimed that the accused in his statement to the cyber police admitted of creating and circulating the fake letter. During the course of investigation, Cyber Crime Police had found and seized evidence leading to the originator of the fake letter, the police officer added. On December 22, two persons were also summoned to the Cyber Police Station, PHQ wherein they were subjected to intense interrogation since they were found to be amongst the firsts who posted the fake letter. However, on ascertaining that they only reposted the fake letter that went viral and were not the

source, they were released on PR Bond, but only after ascertaining the author of the letter. Contending that use of social media, especially Whatsapp and Facebook, had become widespread in the State, Jamir cautioned users to use the medium responsibly. Acknowledging the fact that it was a powerful tool for dissemination of information, views and opinions, the official stated that it should be used sagaciously. “Of late much news items and documents have been spread over the social media with malicious intent. It is, therefore, urged to all social media users to use the medium responsibly and not to forward or re-post such news items/ documents without verifying its authenticity since such act will attract penal action as per the law. Be responsible. Be safe. Use social media responsibly,” the statement urged.

Indian citizen speaks like this. He can protest against the government as he is in the Opposition but this is seen as a protest against the nation,” he said. Jadhav, a former Indian Navy officer, is on death row in Pakistan on charges of spying and terrorism. His mother and wife met him in Islamabad on Monday after 22 months, since his arrest by Pakistan. On May 18, 2017, the International Court of Justice stayed the hanging, after India approached it against the death sentence. India in a strong statement accused Pakistani authorities of making the mother and wife of the death row prisoner remove their bindi, mangal sutra and bangles ahead of the meeting. “For some inexplicable reason, despite her repeated requests, the shoes of the wife of Shri Jadhav were not returned to her after the meeting,” India said on Tuesday, and warned “We would caution against any mischievous intent in this regard”. The Pakistan Foreign Office on Wednesday said the shoes of Jadhav’s wife were confiscated as a “metallic substance” had been detected in them.

Prez irked by distribution of food during his speech

Amravati, Dec 27 (AGENCIES): It is not often that he stops midway during a public speech, but that is what President Ram Nath Kovind did on Wednesday to indicate his displeasure over the distribution of food packets among the delegates during his address at a conference. Briefly interrupting his address to gently prod the organisers for the faux pas, the president asked them to stop distributing the packets till his speech was over. While addressing the centenary conference of the Indian Economic Association, Kovind noticed that the food packets were being distributed among the participants. Two minutes into his speech, Kovind paused and looked at the audience as there was a sudden noise. The volunteers had started distributing the food packets among the delegates and mediapersons and a group of students had got up from their seats in their hurry to grab them. “What is happening in the economic world... I see the same picture at this conference also. I think some food packets are being distributed. Of course it is a must, but it has disturbed the system itself.

RS disrupted over Hegde’s ‘amend Constitution’ remarks, govt disowns comments NEW DELHI, DEC 27 (IANS) : The Rajya Sabha was on Wednesday repeatedly adjourned over Minister of State Anant Kumar Hegde’s “amend the Constitution” remarks as the Modi government distanced itself from the comments. Hegde had on Monday criticised the word “secular” and said the BJP government would “amend the Constitution” to remove the word from the Preamble. The upper house was first adjourned soon after it met for the day. The second adjournment was made till 2 p.m. minutes after it met at noon as despite the government disowning Hegde’s comments the din continued. Opposition members vociferously raised the Hegde issue after a fourday break amid continued logjam over Congress’ demand for an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his remarks against his predecessor Manmohan Singh. Leader of Opposition Ghulam Nabi Azad lashed out at the government and the Bharatiya Janata Party and said if any person lacked faith in the Indian Constitution, he did not deserve to be in the House or in the government.

Governor extends Christmas greetings 4.5 lakh Indians got (From p-1) He maintained that Christmas was celebrated to renew bonds of love, tolerance and compassion which Jesus taught the world. “Let us uphold Christian values so that the Prince of Peace can live in us and rule Nagaland,” he added. Stating that political stability, respectful agreement resulting in permanent peace was the need of the hour, Acharya called upon all to pray to Almighty during for a developed, economically strong and a prosperous New Year 2018.

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(From p-1) Zhimomi said this was a season in which the joy of giving and the gratefulness in receiving was expressed by one and all. And as the world celebrated birth of the Messiah, it wished that the childlike spirit prevailed in every home in villages and towns across Nagaland. While extending warm festive greetings to all Naga brothers and sisters, Naga friends and well wishers far and near, the Working Committee said love and mercy of God our Almighty had been manifest in the collective existence of our people. It hoped that this beautiful festive season ushered in renewed hope and commitment in everyone’s hearts for “our beloved Nagaland”. The committee said it believed that God’s promise to Naga people would be fulfilled eventually because it had trust on His mighty power. “The Glory of God Almighty has been visible in our efforts to make the Government of India understand the position of the Naga people. It is God alone who has enabled the NNPG leaders to make their position clear on the political front and it is God’s wisdom alone which the NNPG leaders will seek to fulfil the visions of our forefathers,” the message added. The Working Committee said this was a mammoth task and appealed to the people for co-operation and prayer support.

foreign citizenship since 2014: Govt

New Delhi, Dec 27 (AGENCIES): Over 4.5 lakh Indians have acquired foreign citizenship in 117 countries since 2014 till date, the government said on Wednesday. In a written reply to a question in the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs Gen. (Retd.) V.K. Singh also said a total of 46,188 Indians were naturalised during 2016 as compared to 42,213 in 2015. “As per the information available with the ministry, 4,52,109 Indian nationals have acquired foreign citizenship in 117 countries from 2014 to 2017 (till date),” he said. According to the 2016 yearbook of immigration statistics published by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the highest number of Indians were naturalised in California (10,298), followed by New Jersey (5,312), Texas (4,670) and New York (2,954), the Minister said. Replying to another question, Gen. Singh said as many as 4,052 Indian nurses have travelled after taking emigration clearance.

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(Agencies): Senior DMK leader A Raja on Wednesday said the people have clearly understood the court verdict in the 2G spectrum scam case, which exonerated him and asserted that it would reflect in the next assembly election in the state. Referring to the ‘rousing’ reception accorded to him by the party supporters here, he told reporters that it was an indication that people had clearly understood the court verdict in the 2G spectrum allocation case. “This will definitely reflect in the next Assembly Elections in Tamil Nadu,” Raja said. A huge crowd of party cadres welcomed the former Union minister at the airport here by playing traditional music and performing folk dances. Raja, Kanimozhi and 15 others accused were on December 21 acquitted in the politically-sensitive 2G spectrum allocation scam cases by a special court in Delhi, which held that the prosecution “miserably failed” to prove the charges.

“The Minister has no trust in the Constitution and has no right to be the Minister. He has no right to be a Member of Parliament either,” Azad said. The Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship at a function in Kukanur in Karnataka on Monday urged people to “claim with pride that they are Muslim, Christian, Lingayat, Brahmin, or a Hindu” and said: “Those who, without knowing about their parental blood, call themselves secular, they don’t have their own identity...They don’t know about their parentage, but they are intellectuals. “Some people say the Constitution says secular and you must accept it. We will respect the Constitution, but the Constitution has changed several times and it will change in the future too...We are here to change the Constitution and we’ll change it soon.” The Opposition sought a discussion over the issue. Chairman M. Venkaiah Naidu denied the request but allowed the Opposition members to briefly make a mention about it in the Zero Hour. S a m a j wa d i Pa r t y MP Naresh Agarwal said Hegde had abused the

Constitution and “insulted” its architect B.R. Ambedkar. “It is like abusing the Constitution. Can anyone remain Minister by abusing the Constitution? It is an insult to Babasaheb Ambedkar,” Agarwal said. The ruling BJP members took objections to Agarwal unnecessarily dragging Ambedkar into the row. They also protested, triggering slogans from the Opposition. Naidu then adjourned the House till 12 p.m. As the House was reconvened, Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Vijay Goel said that the Modi government was committed to the Constitution of India and it did “not agree with the Minister’s (Hegde’s) remarks”. However, the opposition members still continued their loud protests and again came near the Chairman’s podium. “When the Parliamentary Affairs Minister says that the government does not agree with (what Minister Hegde said), the matter ends there,” Naidu told the protesting members, urging them to go back to their seats before adjourning the House till 2 p.m.

All villages in Bihar electrified: Nitish Kumar

Patna, Dec 27 (AGENCIES): All 39,073 villages of Bihar were now electrified, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said in Patna on Wednesday. He added that every household in the state would have a free power connection by the end of the next calendar year. The efforts in this regard were a part of Kumar’s seven resolves (“saat nischay”) of good governance. “We have come a long way since 2005 when we assumed power. Back then, small towns and villages had given up all hopes of getting power and even in the state capital, Patna, the electricity situation had left much to be desired,” Kumar said. Kumar had first be-

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less than the original budget for 2018 and 2019 proposed by Guterres, he added. The General Assembly passes budgets for two years at a time but is going to switch to a system of annual budgets on a trial basis in 2020. There is a separate budget for peacekeeping operations with a different set of assessments and time periods. Using a complex formula that includes per capita income and gross domestic product, each country’s assessment for the regular budget is fixed periodically as a percentage of the total budget rather than an amount. India’s share is now 0.737 per cent but it may go up in future as the economy improves. US Permanent Representative Nikki Haley took credit for the budget

cuts calling it one of the successes for Washington. “We reduced the UN’s bloated management and support functions, bolstered support for key US priorities throughout the world, and instilled more discipline and accountability throughout the UN system,” she asserted in a statement. “The inefficiency and overspending of the UN are well known,” she said. The US share of the budget set at 22 per cent is the highest and it contributed $611 million in 2017. While Haley, using her budget expertise as a former state governor, bargained hard during the negotiations, many other countries and Guterres have also called for reducing the budget.

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New Delhi, Dec 27 (Agencies): Cheque books of account holders of SBI Associate banks that include Bharatiya Mahila Bank, State Bank of Patiala, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Raipur, State Bank of Travancore, and State Bank of Hyderabad will not work post December 31. The account holders of all the associate banks will have to get new cheque books bearing the new IFSC code, reported Zeenews. A f t e r t h e m e r ge r, cheque books of the erstwhile associate banks were supposed to have been invalid after September 30. However, SBI later extended the due date for

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availing new cheque books of the former associates till December 31, 2017. To apply for the new cheque books, customers can visit the nearest SBI bank branch or use the ATM or bank’s mobile app. However, the website address for availing net banking services postmerger will be: https:// www.onlinesbi.com. If you were an account holder the associate bank, you will not have to register afresh. Your login username and login password for the website will remain same. Post the merger, SBI has changed names and IFSC codes of nearly 1,300 of its branches.

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As the opposition forced four adjournments during the day, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Anant Kumar sought to wriggle out of the situation by asserting that Hegde’s remarks were being distorted. Dissatisfied by Kumar’s intervention, the Opposition continued to storm the Well shouting slogans. Meanwhile during the discussion, Bhartruhari Mahtab (BJD) said that the impact of GST roll out on exchequer will be known after January once the implementation of the new indirect tax regime is streamlined. In last three months the centre has provided over Rs 1,000 crore as compensation to Odisha and Rs 2,000 crore to West Bengal. T G Venkatesh Babu (AIADMK), Kaushalendra Kumar (JDU), Prem Singh Chandumajhra (SAD) demanded special packages for their states of Tamil Nadu, Bihar and Punjab. Among others who participated in the discussion include Supriya Sule (NCP), C M Jayadevan (CPI), Bhagwant Mann (AAP), Dushyant Chautala (INLD).

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Council, which comprises state finance ministers, meets every month and takes decision on rationalisation of taxes in the backdrop of revenue collection. Participating in the discussion, members demanded that the GST rate should be reduced on a variety of items including sanitary napkins, agriculture equipments, handicrafts, handloom items and sports goods. Some members even suggested that there should be single tax slab instead of four. The debate over the GST compensation bill continued amid sloganshouting by Congress and TMC members who demanded resignation of Hegde for his controversial comments. At a function in Karnataka on Sunday, Hegde had reportedly said people should identify themselves by their religions and “those who, without knowing about their parental blood, call themselves secular, they don’t have their own identity...They don’t know about their parentage.” He had also said “we are here to change the Constitution and we’ll change it.”

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New Delhi, Dec 27 (PTI): The Lok Sabha Wednesday approved a bill to hike cess on luxury vehicles from 15 per cent to 25 per cent with a view to enhance funds to compensate states for revenue loss following the rollout of GST. The GST (Compensation to States) Amendment Bill, 2017, was passed by the Lower House amid uproar by the opposition over controversial comments made by Union Minister Anant Kumar Hegde on secularism and the Constitution. The Bill seeks to replace the Ordinance which was issued in September to give effect to the decision of the GST Council. The Ordinance provided for a hike in the GST cess on a range of cars from mid-size to hybrid variants and the luxury ones to 25 per cent. In reply to a short debate, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said the funds collected following hike in cess on luxury vehicles will be used to compensate states for revenue loss on account of implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). He said the GST

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an understanding and an arrangement with all the lenders to ensure a substantial prepayment, the residual debt to be duly addressed and a viable business model for a new RCom with no risks to the banks by way of conversion or write-offs,” Ambani, who flew in from Beijing in the wee hours after convincing China Development Bank, said. Though the new plan lacked details, the news sent RCom stock rocketing 41 per cent intra-day and closing trade 32 per cent up at Rs 21.33 on BSE. The plan is part of a “moral finance” drive undertaken by the company which will help protect Reliance and the Ambani family goodwill in the market, he claimed. At the end of the process, the ‘new RCom’ will have debt of just Rs 6,000 crore down from Rs 45,000 crore in October, he claimed, adding RCom will serve only the low-capex and high-margin enterprise space hereon. At present, the lenders have only approved the plans presented by RCom and respective deals should

NEW DELHI, DEC 27 (PTI): The Indian Railways does not have any proposal to increase fares, the government informed Parliament on Wednesday. Minister of State of Railways Rajen Gohain, in a written reply in Rajya Sabha, said the national transporter has seen an increase in passenger traffic of 0.68 per cent and a spike of 0.99 per cent between Delhi and Mumbai during AprilNovember 2017 as compared to the corresponding period last year. To queries on passenger traffic, special trains and their fares, he said railways runs these trains during peak seasons, festivals, special events for clearance of extra rush of passengers keeping in view the pattern of traffic, commercial justification, operational feasibility and availability of resources. “Special trains on special charges are introduced based on demand pattern. They run over and above the scheduled time-tabled trains and are charged at the rate of 10 per cent of basic fare for second class for reserved accommodation and 30 per cent of basic fare for all other classes, subject to minimum and maximum”, the minister said.

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Mumbai, Dec 27 (PTI): Anil Ambani Wednesday claimed his beleaguered Reliance Communications has negotiated a new deal with the lenders under which nearly Rs 40,000 crore will be raised through asset sales, averting an imminent takeover by the 35 local and foreign banks. T h e r ev iva l p l a n , which also has the backing of the Chinese lender which had dragged it to the National Company Law Tribunal for defaulting on USD 1.8 billion loan, involves sale of RCom’s residual spectrum, towers and realty assets, including the 125-acre DAKC, which is the operational headquarters of the group, and also a possible minority stake sale to a strategic investor, Ambani told reporters here. Through the deal, brokered two days ahead of the December 28 deadline when banks would have taken majority ownership, RCom exits strategic debt restructuring (SDR) and it also involves zero writeoffs to lenders, Ambani claimed. “Today, the fact of the matter is, we’ve had

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Russia ‘ready’ to mediate Jadhav’s wife’s shoes had ‘something metallic’: PFO between US, North Korea call to preclude a further escalation of tensions, to revise the policy of mutual intimidation, was not heeded,” he said. The US also issued sanctions on two North Korea citizens over their alleged involvement in the country’s ballistic missile programme. Meanwhile, during a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Tuesday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said it was “inadmissible” that Washington heightened tension on the Korean Peninsula with “aggressive rhetoric” and military buildup. “The two sides believe that Pyongyang’s nuclear missile development violated the requirements of the UN Security Council”, the Russian Foreign Ministry said, underscoring the need for “an early transition from words of sanctions to a negotiation process”.

ISLAMABAD, DEC 27 (IANS): The Pakistan Foreign Office (PFO) on Wednesday said the shoes of alleged Indian spy Kulbhushan Jadhav’s wife were confiscated as a “metallic substance” had been detected in them, after India accused Islamabad of not returning her shoes after the meeting held here on Monday. In a statement, the Foreign Office rejected the Indian allegations that the meeting was conducted in an “intimidating” atmosphere as “baseless and twisted”. “We do not wish to indulge in a meaningless battle of words. Our openness and transparency belies these allegations. If Indian concerns were serious, the guests or the Indian [diplomat] should have raised them during the visit with the media, which was readily available, but at a safe distance, as requested by India,” the statement said. The Foreign Office said

in pictures taken when the two women arrived at the FO office on Monday, Chetankul Jadhav could be seen wearing brown shoes, but left in white slippers. “Curiously, all photos taken after she disembarked from the SUV that brought them to the venue showed her looking down at her shoes,” it said. In a statement, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday said: “Under the pretext of security precautions, the cultural and religious sensibilities of family members were disregarded. This included removal of mangalsutra, bangles and bindi, as well as a change in attire that was not warranted by security. “The mother of Shri Jadhav was prevented from talking in their mother tongue, although this was clearly the natural medium of communication. She was repeatedly interrupted while doing so and eventually prevented from proceeding further in this regard”.

M O S C OW, D E C 2 7 (IANS): Russia is ready to serve as a mediator between North Korea and the US if both sides agree, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said. “You can’t become a mediator between two countries just on your own will. It is impossible, you need both sides to be willing,” Peskov told CNN on Tuesday. Peskov’s comments came just days after the UN Security Council unanimously adopted a new set of US-drafted sanctions on North Korea in response to its November 29 ballistic missile test. US Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley called the latest sanctions as the “toughest yet” as they were aimed to further restrict energy supplies, tighten restrictions on smuggling and the use of North Korean workers overseas. The vote was unani-

mous but Russia’s Ambassador to the UN criticised the resolution saying that the US had rushed it through with several last-minute amendments that targeted North Korean workers abroad. The resolution’s requirement of a 24-month period for North Korean workers to return home “is the minimum acceptable period necessary to deal with the logistical aspects of the issue,” said Russia’s Permanent Representative to the UN Vasilly Nebenzia. “Unfortunately, our

China hopes India, Pak can peacefully resolve disputes

Can’t change India’s mentality, but doors Obama warns against divisive use of social media of cooperation open: Chinese media sis between them in the past 55 years”, the editorial claimed. In the end, the tense face-off was resolved through diplomatic channels, which “realigned the development Beijing-New Delhi relations in the right direction”, said Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi. “From an optimistic perspective, the standoff will prompt the two countries to deepen strategic communication and control disputes to usher them in a new era of development. But looking through blue glasses, the confrontation has fully exposed all contradictions between the two neighbors and only urged them to maintain sharper vigilance against each other,” said the Global Times op-ed.

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The Dimapur Sanis Ekhung extends our heartiest congratulations to the following individual for their achievements : 1. Er. Renben Kikon, S/o Lt. Mhonsao Kikon, its Chairman for being promoted to Sub-Divisional Officer (Const.) under Nagaland State Transport, Govt. of Nagaland. 2. Rev. Dr. K. Benri Lotha, Associate Pastor, Kohima Lotha Baptist Church for being conferred the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) degree from the Institute of Global Leadership, Bengaluru. The Ekhung wishes them good health and happiness in their success journey. It's our prayer that the Almighty God bless them always to achieve even more in the days to come. DP-13257

the gamut of India-China ties, it said. Bilateral relations were further strained by China’s firm opposition to India’s entry into the elite Nuclear Suppliers Group, as well as it’s blocking of New Delhi’s petition to place Jaish-eMuhammed chief Masood Azhar on the UN’s list of global terrorist. “On these issues, the two nations should further exchange views and remain patient, which helps reach consensus more easily than public pressure and censure,” the opinion piece advised. 2017 was also the year of the long drawn-out Doklam standoff, which “pushed the two Asian powers to the brink of war, becoming the biggest cri-

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Kulbhushan Sudhir Jadhav’s mother Avanti and wife, Chetankul, arrive to meet him at Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad.

the shoes of Jadhav’s wife, Chetankul, were retained because they contained something ‘metallic’. “There was something in the shoe. It is being investigated. We gave her a pair of replacement shoes. All her jewellery etc were returned after the meeting,” Foreign Office spokesperson Mohammad Faisal said.

WASHINGTON, DEC 27 (IANS): Former US President Barack Obama has warned against the irresponsible use of social media that fosters division and leads to the “Balkanisation of society”, in what was seen as a dig at his successor and prolific tweeter Donald Trump. Obama was speaking to Britain’s Prince Harry in an interview for the BBC’s Radio 4 Today programme which was broadcast on Wednesday morning. Obama warned that the Internet risked reinforcing people’s prejudices and leading to a fractured society. “All of us in leadership have to find ways in which we can recreate a common

India in a strong statement accused Pakistani authorities of making the mother and wife of the death row prisoner remove their bindi, mangal sutra and bangles ahead of the meeting. “For some inexplicable reason, despite her repeated requests, the shoes of the wife of Shri Jadhav were not returned to her after

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space on the Internet.” He expressed concern about a future where facts are discarded and people only read and listen to things that reinforce their own views. “One of the dangers of the Internet is that people can have entirely different realities. They can be

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cocooned in information that reinforces their current biases,” he said. Obama did not mention Trump by name during the interview, which he said was his first since leaving office. However, Trump’s campaign and presidency have been characterized by his outspoken use of Twitter. “The question has to do with how do we harness this technology in a way that allows a multiplicity of voices, allows a diversity of views, but doesn’t lead to a Balkanisation of society and allows ways of finding common ground,” Obama said in the interview, which was taped in September. Asked how he felt on

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the day he left office in January, Obama described mixed feelings. “The sense that there was a completion, and that we had done the work in a way that preserved our integrity and that we hadn’t fundamentally changed, I think was a satisfying feeling,” he said. “That was mixed with all the work that was still undone and concerns about how the country moves forward. But overall there was a serenity there.” Obama also paid tribute to former First Lady Michelle Obama, describing her as a “spectacular, funny, warm person” who despite not being politically inclined herself had supported him throughout the process.

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Baghty Valley Kikon Ekhung with immense pride and honour extend our heartiest congratulations to the following individuals. 1. Shri. Z. James Kikon, S/o Lt. Zantsemo Kikon on his promotion to Assistant Chief Technical Officer ICAR Jornapani Medziphema, Dimapur. 2. Shri. Renben Kikon, S/o Lt. Mhonsao Kikon on his promotion to SDO (Civil Const.) under General Manager, NST Department, Dimapur. The Ekhung wishes and pray to Almighty God to grant them good health and wisdom in their future endeavours.

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the meeting,” India said on Tuesday, and warned “We would caution against any mischievous intent in this regard”. The Foreign Office statement recalled that Jadhav’s mother “publicly thanked Pakistan for the humanitarian gesture” in front of the media, adding: “Nothing more needs to be said.” According to Dawn,

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NEW DELHI, DEC 27 (AGENCIES): 2017 was the worst year in India-China relations, but bilateral ties between the two countries could be on the up-and-up in the coming year if both make concerted efforts at dialogue and exercise restraint, Chinese state media said. An op-ed in China’s Global Times puts forth that there are three main contentions marring bilateral relations between New Delhi and Beijing - the border dispute, the Tibet issue and India’s wariness of ChinaPakistan amity. While it is unlikely that these trio of issues will be amicably resolved in the near future, “control and management” are the only way to navigate

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BEIJING, DEC 27 (PTI): China today expressed hope that India and Pakistan can continue to make efforts to resolve their differences through dialogue and consultation. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying told a media briefing here that Beijing has noted relevant report on the cross-border firing and killing of three Pakistani soldiers by Indian Army commandos this week. She refrained from commenting on the current round of tensions along the Line of Control, but said the two countries should remain committed to the regional peace and stability. “As a common neighbour and friend of India and Pakistan, we hope both the countries can continue to properly resolve relevant disputes through dialogue and consultation and jointly stay committed to the peace and stability of the South Asian region,” Hua said in response to a question.

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Senior most General Secretary, Shri. Zuben Lotha NPF 4-Ghaspani-1 A/C, who has served the NPF since inception of the Party in 2002 to till date (2017) working with 6 (six) different presidents within a span of 15 years, some president's were promoted, some resigned on moral ground after defect of the Party official candidate. I, Shri. Zuben Lotha do hereby, resigned from the post of General Secretary NPF 4-Ghaspani-1 A/C to pave way for the junior secretaries. I, also thank each and every Party workers from Assembly constituency office bearers, 9 (nine) Primary units, Active & Primary members for their valuable guidance advice, support and cooperation during my tenure as General Secretary.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017

15th Wedding Anniversary Mr. & Mrs. Phyobemo Tungoe

Bugs Bunny animator dies aged 99

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ob Givens, the ani- in 1940 where he became mator best known for famous for his work on the his redesign of Bugs Bugs Bunny character. Bunny, has died aged 99. Previous drawings G i v e n s ’ c a r e e r were said to be “too cute” spanned over 60 years and for the cartoons the comhe worked as an anima- pany wanted to produce. tor for companies such as Givens’ redesign beDisney, Warner Bros, and came the first official design Hanna-Barbera. for the lead character of the Givens also drew car- Looney Tunes franchise, toon characters such as making him a famous name Tom & Jerry, Daffy Duck, in the industry. Alvin and the Chipmunks He served in the US and Popeye. army during the World His daughter, Mariana War Two, before returning Givens confirmed his death to the animation industry. on her Facebook page ear- Givens’ career spanned lier this month. over 60 years. On social Givens’ first role, media, many paid tribute in 1937, was at Disney to Givens’ work. where he worked on DonOther Twitter users ald Duck and Snow White responded by posting GIFs NE Dancing Best Mom 2017 winner along with the runners-up and organizers. cartoons. of their favourite Givens h a n d r a D ev i , a guest of honour. fight choreographer Sensai He joined Warner Bros animations. 52 year old mom, Manisha Limbu from Prince Mishra, Naresh Jain from Mariani was Dimapur and Parash Moni and Rakesh Jain from Ev50th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY declared the winner of the from Dibrugarh were de- eryday Salt and president third edition of North East clared the first and second of Jain Samaj Om Prakash Dancing Best Moms during runners-up respectively Sethi. a glittering finale held at from among a total of The judges for the the Holy Cross Higher Sec- fourteen finalists since the show were Nekib Rehondary School, Dimapur, auditions that commenced man and Lipika Jindal auditorium recently. in the early part of the while the host was Alisha The event was or- year. Bordoloi. ganised by Dimapur based Renowned movie star Second season’s secMurti Films Pvt. Ltd. and Kalpana Shah who had ap- ond runners-up and manpresented by Everyday peared in many Bhojpuri, ager of SBI Old Market Salt with NPF general Hindi, Bengali and movies Branch Gwanilie Khing secretary, Basu Damani as of other languages was the Rengma also gave a special the chief guest and social special guest for the event performance during the MR. AYAMO KITHAN & MRS. RABENI KITHAN activist Sashi Dubey as the along with Mumbai based grand finale. Today as you both achieved the milestone of 50 years of successful marriage, we wish you the best and a wonderful 50th Wedding Anniversary. May God continue to bless you th both with good health, much love in your hearts and your life together with an ever deepening faith.

28-12-2002 to 28-12-2017

A great marriage is not when the ‘Perfect Couple’ comes together. It is when an imperfect couple learns to enjoy their differences.

Happy Anniversary.

50th Wedding Anniversary

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HAPPY 50 WEDDING ANNIVERSARY (27th Dec 1967)

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Congratulations on the day, the 27th December. Marks the golden milestone of 50 years of beautiful marriage. May our Almighty God continue to bless and fill your lives with more love and happiness.

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With love, Children, in-laws and grandchildren.

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Dear God, Thank you for watching over our parents. All we wish and pray is to bless them with good health, happiness and long life.

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1st Corinthians 13:13 -

But now faith, hope, love, abide these three; but the greatest of these is Love.

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Heartiest congratulations to Dr. Vizolenuo Sophie, Asst. Professor, Yingli Government College, Longleng, for receiving Ph.D from the Department of Sociology, Nagaland University on the topic “Empowerment and the Changing Gender Equation: A Case Study of Angami Women Officers”. We wish you many more success in the future endeavour. Ajitha, Medotsino, Ikali, Vitsusie, Keneiseno, Keduo, Akala

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Your Loving children, in-laws, grandchildren and Crescendo family.

The family members, wife and children would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Rev. Khetoshe Aye, Pastor Thilixu Village Baptist Church on receiving Reverend under WSBAK. Daddy we are so proud of you, for achieving yet another milestone in your ministry. We wish you all the best in your future endeavour. May the Good Lord bless you abundantly. DP-13245

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With immense pride and honour the Homeland Students' Union would like to convey our heartiest congratulations to Rev. Dr. Luhoyi Jakha, WSBAK's Legendary Award recipient, who is 72 years in God's Ministry from 1946 to till date for receiving Doctor of Divinity Degree from Universal Life Church Seminary. It is our humble prayer that the Almighty God grant him long life and bless him. Elonito Aye General Secretary

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Loving wife & children

The Board of Deacon of Baptist Church Nihoto Village with immense joy and pride congratulates Mrs. Vihoni Awomi, Assoc. Pastor Women Baptist Church, Nihoto Village who was conferred the licence to administer all the religious rites. The Board of Deacon pray that the Almighty God continue to shower His spiritual blessings and strengthen your lives in the service of the King. The Board of Deacon would like to thank the ordaining board of Western Sumi Baptist Churches Association for conferring on her the coveted licence. Board of Deacon, Baptist Church, Nihoto Village DP-13242

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Homeland Students' Union with immense joy and pleasure would like to congratulate Dr. P. Inaho, Pastor of Homeland Baptist Church and President of Aghunaqa Area Church Leaders' Fellowship (AACLF) for receiving Doctor of Divinty degree from Universal Life Church Seminary. The Union further wishes him more success in his future endeavours.

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017

Christmas cake race in Mokokchung

2ND DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR BELOVED Late Meyi Jamir (Mopungchukit)

3RD DEATH ANNIVERSARY Miss Anenla Walling

FIRST DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF IMLIKOKBA AO

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1ST DEATH ANNIVERSARY Lt. SAYANGLEMLA YHOSHU

28.12.2014 This day is the completion of 3rd years since you left us. But still we expect you to come anytime, why taking so long.... Take a holiday and come home.... It's hard here without you, but life must go on.... You'll stay within our hearts and there you will remain, until the joyous day arrives, that we will meet again. Loving parents, brothers and relatives. DP-13171

Winner of 46th Christmas Cake Race Lijaba Lijen Ward along with members of Seasonal Club Mokokchung. (NP)

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Mokokchung, Dec 27 (NPN): Traditional Christmas Cake Race, the sixth edition was held on December 23 at the Imonkgmeren Sports Complex. All wards under Mokokchung municipality took part in the race where the cakes were given to all the participating wards. The race is traditionally held on December 24 every year, however this year being on Sunday, the event was conducted on December 23. The race started in 1971 under the initiatives of the Seasonal Club Mokokchung and later took over by the then Mokokchung Town Committee. This year the event was organized by the Spearhead Motorsport Initiative with the sponsorship of Mokokchung Municipal

Council. After a brief introductory programme, the race was flagged off by D. Nabin, Member Seasonal Club Mokokchung. Lijaba Lijen Ward emerged as the winner while Majakong and Tongdentsuyong wards finished in second and third places respectively. Meanwhile, another competition, Stilt Bamboo Race was held as part of the cake race between different wards. Artang ward emerged as the winner. Majakong and Sungkomen wards finished as runner up and 1st runner up respectively.

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DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Phek District Veteran Football Association (PDVFA) has elected a new team of office bearers with Kuhuchiyi Vadeo as president for the tenure 2018-2020. Others officer bearers include; vice president Khrusa Keyho, general secretary Seyieveto Lohe, finance secretary- Shevohu Nienu, treasurer- Chivozo Soho, etc.

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15/10/1964 to 28/12/2016 Proverbs 31:10, She is worth far more than rubies. :11. Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value :12 She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. Prov. 31:30, a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. Loving husband, daughters, sons & relatives K-4141

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DIMAPUR, DEC 27 (NPN): Kasha Daho Sports Association(KDSA), which is the amalgamation of eight villages under Tseminyu sub-division, is organizing the 6th KDSA sports meet from December 27 to 29, 2017 under the theme “Teamwork”, hosted by Kashanyu village. The events include- volleyball, carom, chess, table tennis and arm wrestling.

Dear Dad, It's been a year, yet it feels like just yesterday you were here. You are unseen and unheard but always in our hearts; still very loved; still very dear and still very missed. Your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget. You are our hero; the epitome of greatness and sacrifice. Loving wife, children, grandchildren and relatives

Through this column, we the bereaved family members would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to each, individual, organizations, churches and friends who stood by us and shared our moments of grief and help us financially, physically, materially and prayer at the sad demise of our beloved Late Metseno Lotha of Longsa Vilage, Wokha. We also deeply regret our inability to mention each and every individual by name but it is our sincere and humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly. DC-3042

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Lt. Chingangchiba Jamir Its been a year since you left us but memories still fresh in our mind, your good deeds reminds, what you really meant to us. Though we are far apart with different nature, you are remembered with silent tears. We hope that we will be together in heaven one day. DP-13137

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England trail by 135 runs on Day 2 of 4th Ashes Test

Melbourne, Dec 27 (IANS): Alastair Cooks unbeaten century helped England score 192/2, trailing by 135 runs at stumps on the second day of the fourth Ashes Test match against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground here on Wednesday. Cook (104) and skipper Joe Root (49) were at the crease when umpires dislodged the bails for the day. The duo forged an unbeaten 112-run partnership to stabilise the England innings after Mark Stoneman (15) and James Vince (17) failed to do the job. Cook was dropped on 66 by Australia skipper Steve Smith at first slip off Mitchell Marsh but after that he played sensibly and completed his ton. Cook and Stoneman started the innings on a positive note but Stoneman was dismissed by Nathon Lyon in the 12th over. Pacer Josh Hazlewood then trapped Vince leg before wicket to make it 80/2. After that, Cook and Root came together and helped their team to bounce back strongly. Earlier, Australia resumed at 244/3 and pacer Stuart Broad picked up 4/51 to send the hosts crashing to 327 all out. K

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PBL: Sindhu wins but Mumbai on top

P V Sindhu of Chennai Smashers play against Zhang Beiwen of Mumbai Rockets during the Vodafone Premier Badminton League women’s singles match in New Delhi on Wednesday. (PTI)

spectacular smashes and roared back into contest when Beiwen found the next twice. The decider started on an aggressive note with the duo engaging in some fierce rallies. Beiwen managed to eke out a 7-5 lead before Sindhu entered the break after her rival committed errors at the net. Sindhu zoomed ahead to 14-8 with her rival committing too many unforced errors. Once the shuttle went wide again, it was all over for Beiwen. “I was making too many unforced errors in the first game and by the time I could make a comeback she finished the game, in the second game though it was equal till 4-4, but I was confident of a comeback. In the third game she went into the lead but I was not nervous and after the change of sides I finished comfortable. It was not an easy match,” Sindhu said after the match. In Chennai’s Trump match, the husband-wife combo of Chris and Gabriella Adcock will take on Mumbai’s Gabriela Stoeva in a mixed doubles contest.

Defending champions Aizawl end Minerva’s unbeaten run Aizawl, Dec 27 (IANS): Reigning champions Aizawl FC registered an important win against table-toppers Minerva Punjab FC in the I-League contest at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium here on Wednesday. With this, Aizawl FC jump to the sixth spot with seven points from four matches while Minerva Punjab continue to enjoy the top position with 13 points from six fixtures. Kareem Omolaja (72nd minute) and Andrei Ionescu (85th) scored one goal apiece for Aizawl FC while Girik Khosla (90’+5’) pulled one back for the away side. It was the first defeat for the Punjabbased side following their five-match unbeaten run. David and Ionescu, alongside captain Alfred Jaryan, manned the midfield and William Lalnunfela played the lone striker upfront and Leonce Dodoz and Lalmuankima flanked from opposite sides of the pitch. Aizawl coach Paulo Menezes’ boys started the game upbeat as they forced the away team in their own half. David, Ionescu and Alfred dominated the midfield but the Minerva defence was

New Delhi, Dec 27 (PTI): Olympic silver medallist P V Sindhu notched up a thrilling three-game win in the women’s singles but Son Wan Ho guided Mumbai Rockets to a 3-2 lead over title holders Chennai Smashers in a Premier Badminton League (PBL) tie, here Wednesday. World Championship

silver medallist Sindhu entertained the handful of badminton aficionados at the Siri Fort stadium with a come from behind 12-15 15-7 15-9 win over Mumbai Rocket’s Beiwen Zhang in an exciting womens singles match. World No 5 Son then starred in Mumbai’s Trump match and scripted a 15-11

Anisa wins 25m pistol with new national record

Lingard rescues Utd; Kane treble shatters PL goal record

TRIVANDRUM, Dec 27 (PTI): Experienced Haryana shooter Anisa Sayyed won the women’s 25m pistol gold with a new record at the ongoing 61st National Shooting Championship Competitions (61st NSCC) on Wednesday. Anisa shot a new finals national record score of 33 to prevail over the Maharashtra duo of Shital Shivaji Thorat and Rahi Sarnobat, who won the silver and bronze medals respectively at the National Games Shooting Range. Shital shot 30 in the eight-woman final to also claim a new finals national record while Rahi finished with 28. The other highlight of the day was upcoming talent Manu Bhaker’s 10th and 11th gold medal at the Nationals. After sweeping the women’s 10m pistol events and the junior mixed team air pistol gold for a total of nine gold medals over the last weekend, Manu won the junior team and junior team civilian 25m women’s pistol events today to add more glitter to her 61st NSCC sojourn.

15-5 win over Thailand’s Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk in the second men’s singles match to make it 3-2 in favour of his team. Earlier, Lee Yong Dae and Tan Boon Heong started the proceedings and gave Mumbai Rockets a great start, defeating B Sumeeth Reddy and Lee Yang 15-9 15-6 in a lop-

sided men’s doubles opening match. In the first men’s singles, Sameer Verma, who is coming back after recovering from a shoulder injury, suffered a heartbreaking 1415 15-10 14-15 loss against France’s Brice Leverdez in a thrilling three-game match as Chennai roared back in the contest, making it 1-1. S a m e e r, w h o h a d reached the finals at Hong Kong Open last year and clinched the Syed Modi Grand Prix Gold early in the year, saved two match points to make it 14-14 before an opportunist Brice produced a tap at the net to rob the Indian off a win. “I should have won the first game but I couldn’t. I am coming back from a shoulder injury and now I am completely fit. I would look to stay fit this season,” Sameer said after the loss. In women’s singles, Sindhu took little time to get off the mark as Beiwen looked in better control and led 8-6 at one stage before closing out the opening game. The Indian stamped her authority in the second, rushing to a 11-4 lead. Sindhu dished out some

Nagaland Post, Dimapur THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017

(L-R) Manchester United’s Jesse Lingard scored twice after coming on at half-time against Burnley. Harry Kane goes to shoot and score his side’s 5th goal and his third of the game on Tuesday. (AP/PTI)

L o nd o n , D e c 2 7 (Agencies): Manchester United came from two goals down to rescue a dramatic 2-2 draw against Burnley thanks to Jesse Lingard’s double, while Tottenham striker Harry Kane shattered a Premier League record with a hat-trick in a 5-2 rout of Southampton on Tuesday, reported AFP.

With Manchester City not in action until Wednesday’s trip to Newcastle, United are now 12 points behind the runaway leaders. Ashley Barnes gave Burnley the perfect start in the third minute when he poked home from Johann Berg Gudmundsson’s freekick. Burnley hadn’t won at Old Trafford since 1962,

four months before United coach Jose Mourinho was born, but they scored again in the 36th minute. Belgian midfielder Steven Defour administered the knockout blow, bending a superb free-kick into the top corner. Zlatan Ibrahimovic, making his first league start since April after a major

knee injury, was hauled off at half-time and his replacement Lingard gave United hope with a sublime backflicked finish from Ashley Young’s cross in the 53rd minute. And Lingard finished as United’s hero when he fired into the bottom corner in the first minute of stoppage-time. Despite that leveller, it was still a frustrating result at the end of a painful December for United, who had suffered a crucial home loss against Manchester City, crashed out of the League Cup at second tier Bristol City and conceded a lastminute equaliser at 10-man Leicester. “The end product of so much dominance, two goals, is a miserable number,” Mourinho said. “ T h e b oy s f o u g h t against the 2-0, so nothing negative to say about them. I praise their spirit. We should have won.” At Wembley, Kane established a new record for the most Premier League goals in a year and will

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a hard nut to get breached by the home side. David’s free-kick from 35 yards was met by Afghan’s defender Saighani but caused no trouble for Minerva goalkeeper Dagar. Former East Bengal midfielder David’s freekick caused trouble for Minerva’s defender as the ball from David’s freekick found Saighani yet again but the central defenders shot from the six-yard box was superbly thwarted away by Dagar. Leonce Dodoz was lively on the right side but could not break down Minerva’s defence as well. William Opoku tried his best to break down Aizawl’s defence but without the usual support from Chencho, his effort went into vain. Saighani tapped the first goal of the match in the 21st minute but it was ruled out by the official owing to a foul on a Minerva defender much to the dismay of the loud Aizawl supporters. Opoku’s shot drifted away from goal and Aidara header form Chencho’s freekick flew a few foot away

from Aizawl’s goalkeeper Avilash Pual’s goal. Both the teams were scoreless in the first 45 minutes. Aizawl continued to dominate the game and scored the first goal of the game in the 72nd minute. The ball from David’s corner was guided to the far post of Minerva’s goal by defender Kareem Omolaja to leave goalkeeper Dagar completely stranded. Minerva’s coach Khogen Singh introduced Moinuddin who scored the equaliser against Mohun Bagan towards the end of the game but the home side scored the second goal of the match to completely sweep aside Minerva Punjab FC. Man of the Match Dodoz danced past Minerva’s defender and slide the ball to Romanian midfielder Ionescu who made no mistake as he slotted home his first goal of the season. Minerva pulled one back in the added time as Girik Khosla made the best out of the defensive lapses of Aizawl FC defenders but there was no time left for away side to equalise as the referee blew the whistle seconds after Khosla’s goal.

finish as Europe’s leading scorer for 2017. Kane’s 22nd-minute header was his 37th goal of the year, moving him past Alan Shearer’s previous Premier League record, which was set when he played for Blackburn in 1995. But Kane wasn’t happy to settle for that milestone and he scored twice more to claim his eighth treble of the year. His second goal took him to 55 for club and country in 2017 -- lifting him above Barcelona’s Lionel Messi to become Europe’s top-scorer over the last 12 months in the five major countries (England, Spain, Italy, Germany and France). “It has been a fantastic year. To get compared to those players, the Messis and Shearers, is what it is all about. Hopefully 2018 is even better,” Kane said. Kane’s heroics were the highlight of a memorable Boxing Day for Tottenham as Dele Alli and Son Heung-Min also got on the scoresheet.

IOA to take up implementation of TOP scheme with Ministry

Narinder Batra

NEW DELHI, Dec 27 (PTI): IOA president Narinder Batra on Wednesday said he would take up the issue of proper implementation of TOP scheme with the Sports Ministry and ensure all assistance for athletes in their endeavour to achieve results in international events, including Olympics. “I have taken note of the observations made by the TOP scheme committee on the need for better implementation and will be discussing this with the ministry to ensure the best interests of athletes are borne in mind,” Batra said. Batra was reacting to the recent statement of Abhinav Bindra, India’s lone individual Olympic gold medalist, who emphasised on the need to improve ‘the overall depth of professional support for athletes’.

Batra, who is also the president of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), said a systematic development program has reaped benefits for those National Sports Federations (NSFs) who have taken up this initiative. “It is undoubtedly necessary to have a long-term approach in terms of athlete training and provision of all required amenities for achieving our goals during this Olympic cycle,” he said. “This approach needs to be adapted not just for top athletes of the country but must start as early as junior and subjunior levels across disciplines to prepare a medal-worthy contingent for India. “Those Federations who have already taken this up as priority are seeing results in the international arena,” he added. Batra said he will take up this matter with the Sports Ministry to ensure necessary facilities and support is provided in this crucial Olympic cycle. “I would like to emphasise that the IOA will do whatever it takes to ensure a professionally-driven system.

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