December 7, 2017

Nagaland Post www.nagalandpost.com

Vol XXVIII No. 5

DIMAPUR, thursday, December 7, 2017 Pages 12 ` 4.00

Trump to declare Jerusalem as capital of Israel

HWL Final: India stun Belgium to enter semis

SC reserves for verdict on Delhi-Centre power spat

international, Page 9

sports, Page 12

national, Page 7

Cong, BJP neck and neck in Guj Poll Prediction

(Source: The Times of India)

How Lokniti-CSDS-ABP News poll has swung Party

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113-121

91-99

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58-64

78-86

Others

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Narendra Modi

Rahul Gandhi

NEW DELHI, DEC 6 (AGENCIES): The Gujarat elections could be a dead heat between BJP and Congress with the former just scraping through to a win, according to an opinion poll released on Monday.

According to the Times of India report, the poll predicted that both parties would get 43% of the votes but BJP could win between 91 and 99 seat in the 182-member assembly while Congress would have to settle for between 78 and 86 seats.

It further found Rahul Gandhi`s popularity surging while that of PM Narendra Modi taking a slight hit and the gap between the two leaders` likeability by the public narrowing down to just seven points from 16

points in October.

However, with 64 percent votes, PM Modi still remained the most popular leader in the state, as per the survey.

The latest poll projections are a remarkable turnaround from the 30-point lead for BJP projected by a poll done by the same agencies in August. At that time, the seat projections were that BJP could cross the 150 mark while Congress would struggle to cross 30. During the 2012 assembly polls BJP won 115 seats while Congress won 61. However, thanks to desertions from its ranks, Congress had just 43 MLAs in the outgoing assembly, BJP 116 and others 5 with 18 seats vacant.

The Lokniti-CSDS poll done for ABP News indicat-

Rio, Kronu calls on Rajnath Singh

Trump to declare Jerusalem as Israel’s capital

DIMAPUR, DEC 6 (NPN): Lok Sabha MP, Neiphiu Rio and minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Neiba Kronu called on Union Home minister, Rajnath Singh at his office resident New Delhi.

According PRO Nagaland House Delhi, Rio, during the brief interaction with Rajnath Singh urged upon Centre to push for an early settlement of the Naga political issue. He also mentioned that with the settlement of Naga problem, peace and development can come true in the state and North Eastern region in general.

Rajnath informed Rio that during his visit to Nagaland on December 8 for Hornbill festival, he will meet the state leaders. According to the PRO, both the Rajnath and Rio would be travelling together to attend the Hornbill Festival.

9,646 visitors on day-6 Hornbill festival Kohima, Dec 6 (NPN): On day- 6 of the ongoing Hornbill festival at Naga Heritage village Kisama, 9,646 people visited Kisama of which 121 were foreign tourists, 1,498 domestic tourists and 8,027 local visitors, on Wednesday.

(Correspondent)

This is it!

“I stand for clean election.

If I win then I‘ll give you jobs and contract works.”

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WASHINGTON, DEC 6 (PTI): President Donald Trump will recognise Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and start the process of moving the US embassy from Tel Aviv to the holy city which many Arab leaders warned could trigger an upheaval in the already volatile Middle East. The controversial decision, which was promised

by Trump during his 2016 campaign and appeals to his right-wing base, could lead to massive protests in the Middle East and elsewhere, Arab leaders warned.

But senior administration officials said Trump will go ahead with the major announcement from the White House tonight.

“The President will say that the US government recognises that Jerusalem is the capital of Israel. He views this as recognition of historic reality,” a senior administration official told reporters. “Jerusalem

ed that the sentiment against both demonetisation and GST has hardened as the campaign has progressed and even the changes made to GST rates last month left more people dissatisfied than satisfied.

The Lokniti-CSDSABP News survey done in the last week of November 2017, among 3,655 voters across 50 Assembly constituencies found the Congress leading among voters, suggesting that the ‘Gujarati asmita’ card might not work as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) expects it to.

Farmer resentment is also playing an important role in fuelling the rise of Congress in the state, according to the poll.

Congress, according to the poll, has a lead in north and south Gujarat, while

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has been capital of Jewish people since ancient times and modern reality that it has been the seat of government, important ministries, its legislature, the Supreme court,” the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.

In taking this action, Trump will fulfil a major campaign promise that has been made by a number of previous presidential candidates, another senior official said. In his remarks, Trump will also direct the State Department to initiate the process of moving the US embassy from Tel Aviv

BJP is a touch ahead in Saurashtra and central parts of the state. The traditional urban-rural divide continues to play out, with BJP dominant in urban areas and Congress comfortably ahead in the villages, suggested the poll.

In terms of age groups, the youngest voters, those aged 18 to 29 years, prefer BJP, the 30-39 and 40-59 age groups have a slight preference for Congress and the elderly are split down the middle in the poll.

If the polls findings are right, now a majority of even those who voted BJP in the 2014 Lok Sabha elections agree that ‘achhe din’ haven’t arrived. It found that 54% of those who voted for BJP in the parliamentary polls now back this statement.

to Jerusalem. Noting that finding appropriate land and construction of a new embassy would take at least a couple of years, officials said Trump would continue to give waiver – as required by the Congress - for not moving its diplomatic mission to Jerusalem. Trump’s action enjoys broad bipartisan support in the Congress, the official said.

The move, which is being opposed by the countries in the Middle East, is unlikely to have an impact on the two- state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict, the official said.

“Trump remains committed to achieving a lasting peace agreement between the Palestinians and Israel, and is optimistic that peace can be achieved,” the official said, adding that not recognising Jerusalem as capital of Israel has done nothing to achieve peace for more than two (More on p-9) decades.

Centre wants to double tourist growth in NE G U WA H AT I , D E C 6 (AGENCIES): Better connectivity, coupled with an aggressive marketing campaign will help double the number of tourists to the Northeastern region within the next five years, Rashmi Verma, Union Tourism secretary said at Guwahati on Wednesday. “Several new destinations are being soon connected by air in the next few months. We are also looking to build inter-regional people to people contact between NE and ASEAN countries” Verma said.

According to an Indian Express report, over 1.6 lakh foreign and 77 lakh domestic tourists visited Assam and the other North Eastern states during 2016, registering a 5.2 per cent increase over the previous year.

Verma said the unique features of the region required special marketing campaigns. “While each of the eight North Eastern states have specific unique features, it is equally important to sell them as different special thematic packages like wildlife, adventure, ecotourism ethnic tourism and cuisine,” she said.

Bhalla may replace Pankaj as Nagaland CS DIMAPUR, DEC 6 (NPN): Immediately after the premature repatriation of Dr. D.K. Bhalla (IAS:1986:NL), speculations were doing the rounds that he would be made the chief secretary of Nagaland.

Bhalla served as Secretary, Lok Sabha Secretariat, but the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet approved the premature repatriation of Dr. D.K. Bhalla, to his cadre with immediate effect. This was also stated in an official communiqué issued by the Press Information Bureau on November 28.

According to reports, Dr. Bhalla may be made Nagaland chief secretary. The incumbent chief secretary, Pankaj Kumar (IAS:1987:NL) may be brought to the Centre as an Additional Secretary.

Negotiate with ANDMSA: CANSSEA to CS DIMAPUR, DEC 6 (NPN): Confederation of All Nagaland States Service Employees’ Association (CANSSEA) has written to the Chief Secretary appealing to begin negotiations with All Nagaland District Ministerial Service Association (ANDMSA) to end its ongoing agitation.

The letter signed by CANSSEA president Dr. Zase Chusi and general secretary Tarachu Fithu said that the ongoing agitation of the ANDMSA, which is an affiliate of CANSSEA, was jeopardising not only office functioning but also public services at the onset of the festive season.

It urged the chief secretary to “initiate adjudication at the earliest” as the matter was solvable through dialogue and negotiation. It added that evading discussions can lead to further complications of the situation.

ANDMSA stir completes 7th day: Marking the seventh day of the state-wide agitation by the ANDMSA, the association felt that they were being given step-motherly treatment by the government with its silence on its three charter of demands and the

related agitation.

A press release from ANDMSA president Shilumenba Alinger, vicepresident Inato Sangtam and general secretary T. Limhachan Kithan said that the association would intensify its agitation until a positive response to their demands is received.

It lauded all the members of the 11 district units and volunteers for their sacrifice so far and called upon all members to remain united and resilient.

The Association, once again, appealed to the general public to bear with the inconveniences and also to extend co-operation as there has been no response from the government till the time of issuing the press release.

ANDMSA Dimapur Unit: Meanwhile, ANDMSA (Dimapur Unit) has appreciated the support of CANSSEA by addressing the issue to chief secretary. In a press release from ANDMSA (DU) general secretary M Zachamo Ezung and finance secretary Yevishe Assumi, it urged the government to recommend a committee and initiate dialogue to avoid further problems.

A notice signed by ANDMSA (DU) general

secretary and finance secretary, directed all departmental cashiers and accountants to not submit pay bill either to the treasuries or bank and also not to exchange the token at the bank until the pen down followed by mass casual leave agitations are completed on December 13. Failure to comply with the direction will result in seizure of Treasury Token by the volunteers, it said.

In yet another press note from general secretary ANDMSA (Hq. Kohima), R. Lichanbemo Kikon said that district ministerial staff are considered the backbone of the district machinery and work even in the remotest parts of the state for the service of the public and the government. “We are pained to mention that when our grievances are placed before the Government for redressal, we are treated as inferior” it lamented.

Considering these things, it said that “we the ANDAMSA extend our solidarity and give moral and emotional support to the ongoing 1st phase of pen down and computer shut down agitation called

by ANDMSA in fulfilling various demands of the Association”

ENCSU erect black flags in protest Correspondent

KOHIMA, DEC 6 (NPN): Eastern Nagaland College Students Union (ENCSU) continued the third phase of its agitation by putting up black flags across Kohima town and in the four districts of Eastern Nagaland.

Volunteers also put up black flags at the directorate of Higher Education.

The protest is against non-release of the second instalment of post matriculation scholarship.

Talking to Nagaland Post, ENCSU president Longre Chang said more than 200 ENCSU student volunteers took part in the stir.

ENCSU said that the protest passed off peacefully with active student participation to send a message of strong resentment against the government and the Department of Higher Education (DoHE). Longre Chang recalled the recent

ENCSU volunteers putting up black flags at the entrance of the directorate of Higher Education. (NP)

meeting with the department officials and said the comment of the secretary of Higher Education that the department had no intention of inviting the ENCSU but the chief minister had directed them to do so, was very humiliating.

Chang added that if government does not respond, ENCSU will chalk

out the fourth phase of the agitation, likely to begin after December 10. ENCSU called upon all Naga students to extend their support until their demands were met.

It said that the ENCSU was fully committed to the fight for justice until the students’ due share was released in full.

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IAF to aid NSDMA in relief & rescue mission ‘Super Earth’ could host alien life D imapur , D ec 6 (NPN): In a welcome development, Eastern Air Command (EAC), one of the five operational commands of Indian Air Force (IAF), has announced support to Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) in the event of any natural calamity in Nagaland. EAC will respond to such situations with personnel and other resources like well-equipped helicopters for disaster rescue operations.

Both EAC and NSDMA will work out comprehensive disaster management plans, helibases and strategic partnerships to make a greater impact on relief efforts, including supply of foods, safe drinking water, medicines and other materials to civilian population, in case of any such tragedies hitting the State.

According to a state-

(3rd from L) Air Marshal Anil Khosla with T.R. Zeliang and others at the CM’s residential office in Kohima on Wednesday. (CMO)

ment issued by CMO, the issues were discussed when Air Officer Commandingin-Chief (AOC-in-C) of EAC Air Marshal Anil Khosla called on chief minister, T.R. Zeliang at the latter’s residential office in Kohima on Wednesday morning.

Air Marshal Khosla, who has also been tasked for defence on the Eastern front, discussed with Zeliang on construction of specialized defence radar at Pfutsero in Phek district.

The State government has already approved acquisition of land for an IAF station in the district like that of Shillong Peak which serves as a radar station for the air force.

The AOC-in-C also briefed the Chief Minister about the Shillong radar that keeps an eye on China and Bangladesh borders and has high visibility capabilities to detect enemy aircraft even in remote and inaccessible terrains of the Northeast.

Zeliang appreciated Air Marshal Khosla for his keen interest to involve air force in joint disaster management in Nagaland and suggested both parties to sit across for discussion and tie-up for relief mission.

The chief minister and his wife also presented Naga shawls and ornaments to the AOC-in-C and his wife.

According to the CMO statement, the visiting IAF officer and his wife will halt at Raj Bhavan for the night and leave for Shillong on Thursday. Air Marshal Khosla, who was commissioned in the fighter stream, has experience on both ground attack and air defence.

Meanwhile, later on Wednesday evening, Lt Gen Abhay Krishna of Eastern Command paid a courtesy call on the chief minister at his residential office.

TORONTO, Dec 6 (PTI): A little-known planet about 111 light years away could be a “scaled-up version of Earth” and may be able to host alien life, according to a study. The exoplanet known as K2-18b has been described as being a potential ‘Super-Earth’ - a large rocky planet with the potential to support life.

Researchers at the University of Toronto in Canada made the discovery by scouring data collected by European Southern Observatory.

They also discovered a new planet in the same solar system. Both planets orbit K2-18, a red-dwarf star located about 111 light-years away in the constellation Leo. “Being able to measure the mass and density of K218b was tremendous, but to discover a new exoplanet was lucky and equally exciting,” said Ryan Cloutier, a PhD student at the University of Toronto. When the planet K2-18b was first discovered

The exoplanet known as K2-18b

in 2015, it was found to be orbiting within the star’s habitable zone, making it an ideal candidate to have liquid surface water, a key element in harbouring conditions for life as we know it.

“It was not a eureka moment because we still had to go through a checklist of things to do in order to verify the data,” said Cloutier, lead author of the study published in the journal Astronomy and Astrophysics. “Once all the boxes were checked it sunk in that, wow, this actually

is a planet,” he said. The dataset used by Cloutier and other researchers came from the High Accuracy Radial Velocity Planet Searcher (HARPS) using the ESO’s 3.6-metre telescope at La Silla Observatory, in Chile.

In order to figure out whether K2-18b was a scaled-up version of Earth (mostly rock), or a scaleddown version of Neptune (mostly gas), researchers had to first figure out the planet’s mass, using radial velocity measurements taken with HARPS. After using a machinelearning approach to figure out the mass measurement, Cloutier and his team were able to determine the planet is either a mostly rocky planet with a small gaseous atmosphere - like Earth, but bigger - or a mostly water planet with a thick layer of ice on top of it. “With the current data, we cannot distinguish between those two possibilities,” Cloutier said.

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Inter agency co-ordination meeting on wildlife crime

Officials and participants of inter agency co-ordination meeting on wildlife crime on Wednesday.

DIMAPUR: Inter agency co-ordination meeting on wildlife crime was jointly organised by Wildlife Crime Control Bureau, Government of India and Wildlife Wing of Nagaland Forest Department at Forest conference hall Dimapur, Wednesday.

According to a release by forest department (wildlife wing), in the meeting, PCCF and Chief Wildlife Warden Nagaland, Satya Prakash Tripathi illustrated the scenario of wildlife crime in Nagaland and said that people are now coming forward to protect the indigenous wildlife and presented the efforts

of the people of Nagaland for protection of the Amur Falcon.

He also emphasized upon the need for creating further awareness for other species common in illegal trade.

Additional director wildlife crime control bureau, Government of India New Delhi, Tilotama Varma, apprised on the recent trends of Wildlife crime in the region.

Varma emphasised on the need for cooperation among all the central and state government agencies to work towards tackling wildlife crime by dissemination of information and

Withdraw summon on engineer, MED staff request AWUM

DIMAPUR: Staff of Mokokchung Electrical Division (MED) have requested the All Ward Union Mokokchung (AWUM) to withdraw the summon notice issued to the electrical Executive Engineer (EE) immediately in the larger interests of the residents of Mokokchung Town and the people of the district.

In an appeal letter issued by electrical Sub-Div Mokokchung SDO, Temjensangba, “on behalf of the staff of Mokokchung Electrical Division”, clarified that the press statement of electric arrears (without emphasizing on pre & post communitisation) issued by the office of the Chief Engineer (Power) D&R, and published in the local dailies on December 1 was “without prior information or knowl-

intelligence between them.

Regional deputy director WCCB, ER also illustrated the scenario of wildlife crime in North Eastern Indian states and initiated the discussions.

The release informed that the discussion included the important routes for smuggling in the area and the imperatives for different enforcement agencies.

The meeting also discussed strategies best combat poaching and smuggling in the region. A future road map was agreed to by all the agencies present after the threadbare discussion, informed the release.

WCCB assured the state

government forest departments for training of forest staff and sensitization of other enforcement agencies.

T h e m e e t i n g wa s chaired by chief wildlife warden government of Nagaland, Satya Prakesh Tripathi and attended by the chief wildlife of warden Manipur, field director Kaziranga Tiger Reserve and officers from Forest departments of Nagaland, Manipur and Assam along with DCP Dimapur and other officers from Police department Nagaland, SSB, Assam Rifles, RPF, CISF, SIB, customs and scientists from ZSI and BSI.

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news in Brief NPCC executive meeting: Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) has convened executive members meeting on December 11, 11 a.m. at NPCC conference hall, Kohima. All concerned members have been requested to attend the meeting.

Wokha DPDB meeting: Monthly District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) Wokha meeting has been convened on December 11, 11 a.m. at DC conference hall.

All members have been requested to attend the meeting.

Phek DPDB meeting: Monthly District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) Phek meeting has been convened on December 12. All members have been requested to attend the meeting.

SBAK-NM 85-U triennial conference: Sumi Baptist Akukuhou Kuqhakulu (Nitomount) would be holding its 85-U, 3-day triennial conference from December 8 at Tsutoho Baptist Church. All the concerned council executive members have been requested to reach Tsutoho village latest by December 7.

BJP booth workers meetings: BJP Nagaland would be organising the first phase of mandal/assembly constituency booth level workers meeting from December 11- 16.

The first meeting would be held at Noksen & LongkhimChare followed by second meeting at Tuensang 1 & 11 and Shamator-Chessore, third meeting at Wokha & Tyui, fourth meeting at Tamul, Sanis & Bhandari and fifth meeting at Tuli and Alongtaki. The concerned district and mandal presidents have been requested to coordinate with the booth level committees and state unit for grand success.

NPGN/NNC (N/A) Lotha region informs: Lotha region NPGN NNC (N/A) has informed all businessmen/HoDs and public not to entertain any individual or groups in the name of NPGN/NNC (N/A) collecting tax, donation and contribution in Lotha region without the knowledge of caretaker-cum-kilonser. A press release

by NPGN/NNC (N/A) caretaker-cum-kilonser, M. Renben Yanthan, has asked all to contact at 8731056354 for any queries.

USIEF session for students: United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) would be coming to Tetso College Dimapur to interact with all students in Nagaland desiring to pursue higher studies in US on December 8 from 11:30 a.m. – 1: p.m. The information seminar

ANDMSA Wokha & Tuensang units on agitation DIMAPUR: All Nagaland District Ministerial Service Association (ANDMSA) Wokha and Tuensang units in separate statements have reaffirmed their support to ANDMSA parent body demands.

In a press release, ANDMSA Wokha unit president, M. Rubenthung Ngullie, general secretary, N. Renchio and finance secretary, Mhalo Patton, informed that the unit held a meeting on December 5 and reaffirmed its earlier resolution, passed on November 29, for non-preparation and halting of salaries bill under Wokha district till the ongo-

ing agitation was called off.

The release informed that ANDMSA Wokha unit has resolved to set up an action committee for monitoring and guiding the ongoing agitation. The team comprises of convener, Nyamo Ezung and members – Renben Ovung, Chumchamo Ezung, Thechano Ngullie, Chumben Ezung, R. Zuben Tsopoe, Mingthungo Ngullie, Aien Ao, Viesezutuo and Chumben Ngullie.

Further, ANDMSA Wokha unit informed that none of the DDOs establishment in the district had prepared or submitted the

edge of the Division”. The release stated that the arrear figures were based on the mandatory monthly revenue assessment data submitted to the head office by all the electrical divisions under the Department.

When the EE learnt that the arrears were not projected correctly, a clarification in local media on December 2 in the interest of the public, UEMB and VEMB was issued by EE, informed the release. It further stated that the record of the pre-communitisation and post-communitisation arrear figures could be verified at the Sub-Divisional (P) office.

In light of the clarification issued by the EE, the staff of Mokokchung Electrical Division said it sees no reason for DIMAPUR: Directorate General the EE to be summoned by of Shipping (DGS) has issued an advisory after receiving a number of the AWUM. complaints about the difficulties faced

by Indian seafarers who are recruited and placed on board foreign flag ships DIMAPUR: NSCN (I-M) has expressed grief and sadness by Recruitment & Placement Service at the demise of late K. R. Saul on December 5 at Maram (RPS) not registered under the DGS Sagongbam village after prolonged illness. A condolence under the merchant Shipping (Recruitmessage by NSCN (I-M) stated that late K. R. Saul son of ment and Placement of Seafarers) K. R. Kaluba of Maram Thangal region joined the national Rules. service on July 15, 2008 and served the Naga nation till his A press release forwarded by demise. Further, NSCN (I-M) has expressed heartfelt con- SP (Crime) Temjensenla (NPS) said dolence to the bereaved family members and prayed to the that the advisory was issued by the Almighty God to grant the departed soul to rest in peace. DGS in the newspapers highlighting

pay bills due to the ongoing agitation. In this regard, ANDMSA Wokha unit has appealed the general public to bear with the inconveniences.

ANDMSA Tuensang unit: ANDSMA Tuensang unit has termed the sixth day of the ongoing agitation as successful.

A press release by ANDSMA Tuensang unit president, S. Nayang Chang and secretary, T. Hepong Sangtam, stated that the demands posed by the ministerial staff has been observed as a genuine case from every quarter and witnessed deep concern and cooperation

from every walk of life.

The release stated that district ministerial staff being the backbone of state affairs and departmental machineries has critically viewed the perspective and compared the adamant attitude of the concerned stake holders. It therefore requested the concerned to take up the issues in all seriousness and without delay.

ANDMSA Tuensang unit has also conveyed its appreciation to all the concerned ministerial staffs from every department and general public of the district for cooperation to the genuine cause.

DGS advisory against unregistered placement agencies

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the importance of recruitment only through DGS website. It also said that the DGS also sent individual e-mails to all Indian seafarers registered in the e-governance system, advising them not to accept maritime recruitment and placement through non DGS registered entities. It said that the DGS had asked approved maritime training institutes to display the e-mails on their notice board/website for the benefit of the students.

The release also quoted from the Merchant Shipping (Recruitment & Placement of Seafarers) Rules “that

no person shall, directly or indirectly, carry on the business in India of recruitment and placement of any seafarers on behalf of an employer or ship-owner of Indian or foreign ship, unless it is registered and licensed under these rules.”

It informed the general public to verify and exercise caution when dealing with recruitment and placement agencies. It further said that unregistered recruitment and placement agents out to dupe and cheat the public may be reported to the nearest police station.

would be led by Education USA adviser, Chandni Wadhwani from USIEF Kolkata. The session would provide information on post-graduate studies (MA) and doctoral degrees, covering details on the application process and scholarship opportunities in the US. It informed that the session is open for all students in Nagaland. For further information & queries one may contact at 8974021963 or email counselling@tetsocollege.org.

KCF general session Kohima: Kuzhathede collegiate Fellowship (KCF) general session would be held on December 9,10am at UCS auditorium hall Pfutsero with minister environment, forest and climate change Neiba Kronu as the main speaker. All the senior members, officers, area public leaders and church leaders and all collegians have been requested to attend the programme.

Northern Angami CRC women association silver jubilee Kohima: Northern Angami Christian revival churches Thenuo Krotho (women organization) silver jubilee would celebrate on December 8-10 at CRC Meriema. The speakers of the jubilee celebration are president NCRC Rev. Dr. Neikedozo Paphino, pastor CRC Chiechama Rev. Levi Rio , Kehoulelie Zatsu travelling pastor CRC hospital colony, Dziesetuo Suokhrie pastor CRC Kenuozou and Ado Kezo NCRC mission co-ordinator.

RWDA thanksgiving prayer service: Rotomi Welfare Dimapur Area (RWDA) will be organizing a thanksgiving prayer service on December 9, 7 a.m. at Sumi Baptist church, Thilixu. All bonafide members have been requested to attend the service and be blessed.

NSCN (IM) tatar hoho: NSCN (I-M) as per the directive of its vice president would be holding its Tatar Hoho Winter Session from December 12 at CHQ Hebron.

NSCN (I-M) has asked all collective leadership members, executive members and members of the steering committee, kilonsers, deputy kilonsers, tatars, heads of the departments, Longvibu, adjutant general, GSO-I & II, GAO, unit commanders, brigadier and above, region CAOs/EOs and two representatives each from NSWON and NFFWWF to attend the session. However, NSCN (I-M) informed that “all the status has been asked to refrain from attending the session”. All concerned authorities have been requested to submit agendas to the office of the Tatar Hoho secretariat, if any, on or before December 9.

crime beat

AR nab NSCN (I-M) member

The arrested person.

DIMAPUR: Based on specific information, 32 Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (North) along with a police representative on December 5 launched an operation at Super Market Dimapur and nabbed one NSCN (I-M) member.

According to PRO, HQ IGAR (North), Lt Col

Amitabh Sharma, during the operation, Assam Rifles troops apprehended, a raja peyu of NSCN (I-M), identified as one Abdul Hasim (41) son of late Moinuddin, resident of Industrial Village, Dimapur.

PRO informed that the troops also seized illegal arms, ammunition, incriminating recovered one point 32 mm pistol, two magazines, 12 live rounds, one arms license, one assignment order letter of NSCN (I-M) dated 24 April signed by secretary UT-I, NSCN (I-M) Ghokuto Chopy and a cash Rs. 5,59,000.

The apprehended individual along with recovered items was handed over to East Police Station Dimapur for further investigation, informed PRO.

40 AR nab ‘arm dealers’

Seminar on ‘sustainable agriculture’ at LFHSS ‘World Soil Health Day’ in Zbto, Kma

Guests along with LFHSS management.

DIMAPUR: Livingstone Foundation Higher Secondary School (LFHSS) conducted one-day seminarcum-interaction session on “sustainable agriculture” on December 4.

A press release by LFHSS information desk informed that vice president of International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM) & senior adviser Sustainable Agriculture HELVETAS, Swiss Incorporation Zurich Switzerland, Dr. Frank Eyhorn was the K

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main guest speaker.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Frank Eyhorn asserted that organic farming has a key role with regards to global challenges. He said that it was pertinent to imbibe the basics of agricultural sustainability in young students as it provided livelihood, food sufficiency and a healthy way of life among many other positive aspects.

Dr. Frank also underscored the benefits of incorporating organic agriculture through the use of organic

manures. He said that the traditional mode of farming in Nagaland with minimal use of chemical fertilizers could be pursued as a strong base for setting up of organic farms throughout the length and breadth of the state.

The Global Premier & Organic Tea and Bio Dynamic & Tropical Agriculture, Swaraj (Rajah) Banerjee and chairman of Makaibari Tea Estate & Tea Classic highlighted about Nagaland’s potentials in organic farming as it has rich eco-diversity and praised the chairman of LFHSS for taking initiative to make organic agriculture viable in the remotest corners of Nagaland.

Chairman of LFHSS, Andrew Ahoto also expressed gratitude to all the invited guests for making the seminar a fruitful one. Earlier, invocation prayer said by director junior high LFHSS, Ani Yepthomi, welcome address by head of Academics, Prabhat Mandal, felicitation of guests by Andrew Ahoto and special number “Secrets” was presented by Duangaimeilu Panmei of grade-XII Arts.

DIMAPUR: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Zunheboto and KVK Kohima in separate programmes celebrated “World Soil Health Day” on December 5.

In Zunheboto, the day was celebrated with Nagaland University, vice chancellor, Professor P. Lal, as chief guest at KVK NU, Lumami.

A press release by KVK Zunheboto senior scientist and head, Dr. Rakesh Kr. Chaurasia, stated that vice chancellor emphasised on the importance of maintaining the soil health through organic farming and preserve the soil microbes as most of the microbial activities are beneficial for healthy growth of crops.

He briefed the farmers on how organic fertilizers could help them to improve productivity of crops and urged the farmers to take the benefits of soil health card which would help them choose suitable crops.

Lecture on importance of soil health in Agriculture was given Dr. Rakesh Kumar Chaurasia where he emphasized on ways to maintain soil fertility and importance of soil health card.

Ghukhevi progressive farmers from Aotsakilimi village shared his experience of working with KVK and benefits he got after testing his soil.

Prof. John Sema of Political Science also exhorted the farmers on the im-

portance of soil health and requested them to go for organic farming.

In the inaugural session welcome address was delivered by Narola Anichari programme assistant, Home Science. Prof. A.K. Singh of Political Science along with other dignitaries distributed the soil Health card to the 60 farmers from 7 different villages. Dr. Visakho Shunyu SMS (Agronomy, Plant Breeding and Genetics) delivered vote of thanks.

KVK Kohima: “World Soil Health Day” cum awareness programme was organized by KVK Kohima on the December 5 at KVK conference hall.

A press note by Sr. scientist & head, Dr. V. Akashe Zhimomi, stated that the programme was held to create awareness about the importance of soil testing, soil health cards and its benefits.

The programme was attended by farmers, farm women, village council members, SHG members and Farmers club members from neighbouring villages viz, upper Tesophenyu village, Lorin village, Zisunyu village and Ziphenyu village.

Other highlights of the programme includes distribution of 91 soil health cards, demonstration of soil testing facilities available at KVK Kohima, distribution of seedlings, scientist-farmer interaction.

The arrested persons with seized items.

DIMAPUR: 40 Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (North) along with police representative on December 4 launched an operation in Tuensang district and apprehended two “illegal arm dealers” along with two point 22 mm pistols and two magazine.

According to PRO,

HQ IGAR (North), the apprehended individuals were identified as Tonshing son of Pungom and Thangming son of Pengchang.

In this connection, the apprehendees along with the recovered weapons have been handed over to Police Station Tuensang for further investigation, informed PRO.

WSTH general conference

DIMAPUR: Western Sumi Totimi Hoho (WSTH) held its general conference on December 2 at Kiyeto (Aqahuto Area) under the theme “Finding Your Voice”.

The speakers for the conference were Kiheto Sema, pastoral care counsellor, Khevili Jakhalu and supervisor Withee Bible College, Kakheli V. Chishi.

In a press release WSTH, president, Vihuli S. Zhimo and outgoing team have congratulated the newly elected Western Sumi Totimi Hoho, president, Jolly K. Awomi and her team.

Other highlights of the programme include folk song competition, Sumi shawl competition and reports of all the units and areas under WSTH. K

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MCCI informs business establishments DIMAPUR: Mon Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI) has informed all business establishments in Mon town to put up Christmas decorations in their respective shops before December 11 and to keep the shops and surroundings neat and clean.

In press statement MCCI president, Ünok SN and general secretary (administration), Kamnyi Konyak, has also asked business establishments in Mon headquarters to refrain from paying “donations in the name of Christmas programmes”. MCCI has asked businessmen in Mon headquarters to inform its office or Mon Police station if they are approached for “donations, demands or extortions”.

Further, MCCI has directed shop owners not to sell firecrackers as per order from government of India and government of Nagaland through administration Mon. MCCI said it would not be held responsible if anyone was found selling firecrackers.

Lt. Gen. Chauhan addressing the gathering. (DIPR)

Winner of ‘Pineapple Eating Competition’, Ashish receiving Cultural troupe presenting a dance on the sixth day of Festive-geors check out weapons at Assam Rifles stall on certificate from HoD Horticulture on Wednesday. (DIPR) Hornbill festival at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama. (DIPR) Wednesday at Naga Heritage Village. (Assam Rifles)

DIMAPUR: Ongoing tenday Hornbill festival at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, continues to attract both foreign and local tourists as hundreds of festive-goers throng the venue each day. Colourful and enthralling cultural performances, various competitions/events, varieties of stalls, music etc. continues to fascinate festive-goers.

Culturally Yours: The sixth day of the Hornbill Festival also witnessed colourful cultural events under the theme “Culturally Yours” which was graced by Lt General, Anil Chauhan and vice chancellor, Guwahati University, Dr. Mridul Hazarika as the chief guest and the guest of honour respectively.

Addressing the gathering in the morning session, Lt. General Chauhan, said

the festival which was initiated by state government to showcase the ethnicity of Naga tribes has brought the state of Nagaland into the tourist map of India.

He said the festival connects the people of the state to their roots, besides promoting tranquillity and harmony within the society.

Lt. General Chauhan also asserted that Hornbill festival provides an opportunity to the people of Nagaland to connect with the rest of the country particularly the North- Eastern states.

“The dances, costumes and tradition exhibiting at the festival are a reflection of simplicity, honesty, open-heartedness and the martial abilities of the Nagas,” he said.

Lt. General Chauhan

also pointed out that the Assam Rifles and the Army stationed in Nagaland are committed to establishing peace in the region referring.

Highlights of the morning session include, Khaozaosie (dance of merry making) by Khiamniungan cultural troupe, Sho Shinpu (demonstration)

by Phom cultural troupe, Topfü Modu by Rengma cultural troupe, Suta lam

by Kuki cultural troupe, Baijubu (serpentine dance)

by Kachari cultural troupe, Alukumlale (folk song) by Sumi cultural troupe, singing in praises of Hornbill Festival by Sangtam cultural troupe, Mekhruseipie

by Angami cultural troupe and Anding O’ka by Garo cultural troupe.

AVSM, VM, Air Officer Commanding in Chief,

Eastern Air Command, Air Marshal, Anil Khosla graced the afternoon session of as the chief guest.

Highlights of the afternoon session include, Chang cultural troupe performed the local grinding tool song, Zeliang cultural troupe presented the Tinggeune Lim (honey bee dance), Yimchungru cultural troupe, performed Are Jangachihkhi (settlement of boundary dispute), Pochury cultural troupe presented the ShahoShaho, Yangkhum (Burial Rites) was performed by Konyak cultural troupe, Hozhale (folk song) was performed by Chakhesang cultural troupe, the Alu Meyo was presented by the Ao cultural troupe and the Amongi Namvu Hono Chete Merengta (traditional games) was

performed by the Lotha Cultural Troupe.

Pineapple eating contest: First ever pineapple eating competition was won by Ashish from Delhi on Wednesday at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama.

The competition organised by Department of Horticulture in collaboration with XL Management and supported by Department of Tourism was held inclusively for the domestic and international tourists with a view to promote the Naga pineapple outside the State.

Naga pineapple which is among the juiciest in the world is grown in abundance around two belts of the State, Medziphema and Changtongya. They are very sweet and contain very little or no fiber.

Winner, Ashish and

participants were all presented with a certificate of citation from HoD Horticulture, Dr. R. Elithung Lotha.

Other par ticipants were, Mayan Yagdar, Yair Katz, Doron Sages, Dror Sages from Israel, Heather Layton from the U.S, Shikha, Abishek, Rayon Bhatt from Bagdogra, SarathBabu, Rajesh Rajan from Kerala, Ambika Toppu from Jharkhand, Pallavi Solar, Phillomenia from Maharashtra, Julie Quincey from U.K, Manisha Sarkar, Suveena. D from Mumbai, Ciaran Brook from U.K, Yoshi from Japan, Albert, Donna, Van Zyl from South Africa. (DIPR) Assam Rifles stall: Headquarters Inspector General of Assam Rifles (IGAR)North has established an Assam Rifles stall at Naga

Heritage village, Kisama on Wednesday.

According to Assam Rifles, the aim of the stall was to help people familiarise with the role, capabilities and work done

by Assam Rifles in the Nagaland as well as to provide an insight into various entry schemes to join Assam Rifles, army and territorial army.

The release informed that the one of the main attractions of the stall was “weapon display” where children, youth and elderly flocked to witness semiautomatic weapons, automatic machine guns, rocket launchers and other equipment used by the security forces. Other activities at the stall included display of history of Assam Rifles, screening of movies on and information corner.

Trg on ‘eco-friendly pest management Extend cooperation for peaceful conduct of stored grains pests’ begins at SASRD of 2018 assembly election: DC Dimapur

Participants of model training course at SASRD on Wednesday.

DIMAPUR: A model training course on “eco-friendly pest management of stored grains pests” sponsored by directorate of extension, ministry of agriculture & farmers welfare and organized by department of Entomology, SASRD: NU commences on Wednesday at SASRD: NU library conference hall.

The eight-day model training was inaugurated by SASRD: NU, Medziphema Campus, pro vice chancellor, Professor T. Lanusosang as chief guest, informed a release by SASRD: NU. In his address, Profes-

sor Lanusosang stressed on the importance of protection of environment through eco-friendly measures so as to mitigate the problems caused by global warming and climate change.

He deliberated on the need for research and development in plant protection so as to help the farmers face the challenges in their agricultural activities and thereby to ensure food security for all and said that such training courses are the need of the hour.

Professor Lanusosang also exhorted the partici-

pants to not only learn but also to share their field experiences so that knowledge could be enhanced for all concerned.

Course director & HoD, Entomology, SASRD: NU, Dr. I. T. Asangla Jamir delivered the welcome address, Professor L. Daiho invoked God’s blessings, the programme was chaired by Professor M. Aleminla Ao and vote of thanks delivered

by Dr. Imtinaro L, course coordinator and assistant Professor Entomology. Professor Akali Sema, dean in-charge, also attended the inaugural function.

DIMAPUR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dimapur, Sushil Kumar Patel, while reminding the District Planning and Development Board (DPDB) members of the ensuing 2018 assembly elections has sought the cooperation and support of the members for peaceful conduct of the elections.

According to DIPR report, the DC was addressing the members at the monthly DPDB meeting on December 5 at the conference hall of DC Dimapur.

He asked the members to contribute and help for conducting the 2018 Nagaland Assembly Elections peacefully in the district.

The DC further informed that a meeting would be convened next week for constituting various teams relating to election issues.

Sushil also asked the members to inform DC office if they were going out of station and also asked

DC Dimapur Sushil Kumar Patel addressing DPDB meeting on December 5 at Dimapur. (DIPR) the departments who have not submitted the list of employees to do the same at the earliest.

The DC also enquired from the R&B department about the progress of construction of the two bridges at Dimapur.

In the meeting, the members decided to send the proposal for up-gradation of Kuhuboto SDO (C) to ADC hqs to the government for consideration. With regard to registration of societies, the house recommended the

proposal of Sustainable Bio village, Molvom village, Medziphema and decided to forward it to the government for consideration. As entrusted, Land Resources and Forest departments gave departmental presentations.

DTF on ‘Intensified Mission Indradhanush’ in Dmu, Kma ‘Activism against gender-based violence’ campaign underway

(L-R) District task force meetings on ‘intensified mission indradhanush’ in progress at Dimapur, Kohima.

DIMAPUR: District Task Force (DTF) Dimapur and Kohima held separate meetings on “Intensified Mission Indradhanush” (IMI) phase-1 (third round) on December 5.

In Dimapur the DTF meeting on IMI was held at the chamber of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dimapur wherein DPO (UIP/RCH) Dr. Rebecca Y. Sema, gave a comprehensive study presentation on the coverage of the first and second rounds of IMI 2017.

She informed that 2020 children and 266 pregnant women were immunized during the first and second rounds of IMI. She also presented K Y M C

a block wise performance status.

Chairing the meeting, DC Dimapur and DTF chairman, Sushil Kumar, urged all allied departments and stakeholders to continue their support and cooperation for the successful implementation of the programme.

The meeting was also attended by Dr. Antoly, DCMO, Lolano Patton, DPRO, Nezolu Rakho, DPO (SW), R. Amongla Jamir, DY.DEO, Badal Bhadra , EE(DMC) and staff under CMO Dimapur establishment.

Kohima: In Kohima, DTF meeting on IMI was held at the office chamber of Deputy Commissioner

(DC) Kohima and presided

by DC Kohima, Rajesh Soundararajan.

In his opening remarks, DPO (RCH-UIP) Dr. Rupert Peseyie mentioned that the third round of IMI would be held from December 7 -14.

Giving a comparative report of immunization coverage in the first and second round of IMI, he said the first round had 84% coverage while 2nd round had coverage of 89%.

Dr. Rupert was positive that by the fourth round, the district would be able to achieve 90% coverage as envisioned by government of India.

He also stressed the im-

portance of community participation and activating stakeholders to ensure that all children below 2 years are vaccinated.

SMO (WHO), Dr. Sheila Longkumer presented a report on the household survey conducted in the last two rounds of IMI which showed that 93 children were surveyed out of who 29% were found unvaccinated and 6% partially vaccinated.

She said fear of “adverse effect following immunization” and “lack of awareness” were the two main causes of children not being vaccinated.

In this regard, she mentioned that the frontline health workers re-

quired closer supervision and that key messages regarding immunization would have to be imparted to the mother during outreach activities.

I n r e g a r d t o va c cine stock, project officer (UNDP) Rajesh Khartu Monsang stated that there was sufficient vaccine in store for the upcoming IMI and that the temperature excursions were being closely monitored at the District Cold Chain Point through eVIN and MYeVIN apps.

In his closing remarks, DC, Rajesh Soundararajan stated that holistic reorientation training should be imparted to the frontline workers so that key messages on immunization were dispersed to the beneficiaries as well.

He also mentioned that a field supervision and mid-round review of the programme will be held during the third round to ensure tighter supervision.

The meeting had representatives from Social Welfare Department, WHO and UNDP.

DIMAPUR: Ongoing 16-day “activism against gender-based violence” campaign which commenced on November 25 – “International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women” – would culminate on December 10 coinciding with “Human Rights Day”.

In a press release, mission director, Daisy Mezhür, informed that the State Resource Centre for Women (Nagaland Chapter), the nodal agency for implementing the schemes of One Stop Centre and Women Helpline Nagaland under the Ministr y of Women and Child Development, Government of India, observed the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women”, coinciding with the inaugural of the One Stop Centre Kohima.

It informed that the 16 days observation was being carried out with the Women Helpline 181 and the One Stop Centre Kohima and Dimapur teams

by organizing various activities in educational institutions and communities in and around Kohima and Dimapur.

The release stated that activism against GenderBased Violence Campaign Phase-I kicked off with the 181-Women Helpline Nagaland, bringing awareness programmes to communities through various platforms such as open house, outreach, door to door programmes, educational institutions and a round table conference for “Rights of Domestic Workers” and Formative Education program on prevention of sexual harassment at the work place and awareness raising events in the area on safe migration and human trafficking with the Ferrando Domestic Workers Alliance.

It said the activism in Nagaland would highlight awareness on the elimination of violence against women and girls; accentuate on the “Right to Education” under the overarching

theme, “Leave No One Behind: End Violence against Women and Girls.”

The release stated that 2017 theme reinforces the UNiTe campaign’s commitment to a world free of violence against women and girls around the world.

The United Nations Secretary-General’s Campaign UNiTE to end violence against women has designated the 25th of every month as “Orange Day” – the colour orange is a key theme to unify and to bring global attention to the issues of violence against women and girls, informed the release.

It further informed that the core principle echoes the transformative 2030 agenda for sustainable development. The drive would continue to focus on ‘Right to Education’ with the objective of focusing on the retention of women and girls in the current education system, “because every girl counts!”, it added.

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MP K Bhabananda adopts model village under SAGY

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IMPHAL, Dec 6: Lone Rajya Sabha MP K Bhabananda Singh Wednesday adopted Takhel village in Imphal East to be developed as model village under Sansad Adarsh Gram Yojana (SAGY).

The MP for mally launched the development of the Takhel village into a model village in a simple function held at Takhel Chingtam Community Hall and unveiled the foundation stone.

Bhabananda highlighted the favourable rationale amidst the daunting challenges behind adopting Takhel village as a model village and committed to contribute his MPLAD funds for development of Takhel model village.

He sought cooperation from the people for the success of the scheme, and urged them to come

MP K Bhabananda launching Model village in Imphal East on Wednesday. (NP) forward with suggestions in preparing a draft plan for the model village.

The goal of SAGY was to translate the comprehensive and organic vision of Mahatma Gandhi into reality in the light of the present context, he added.

Under SAGY, MPs are to adopt three villages

as model villages by 2019.

The SAGY is intended to transform villages from rural to urban through a holistic approach covering eight sectors for development. The launching function was attended by MLA Ksh Biren of Lamlai A/C, Imphal East deputy commissioner Th Chitra Devi among others.

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Zeliangrong Union objects UNC’s boycott of Gaikhangam Correspondent

IMPHAL, Dec 6: Zeliangrong Union (Assam, Manipur and Nagaland) Wednesday strongly denounced United Naga Council (UNC)’s “unilateral” decision to boycott Manipur Congress party leader and former deputy chief minister Gaikhangam in “Naga areas”.

UNC, on November 30 last, announced to boycott former deputy chief minister and representing Nungba Assembly Constituency as a Congress MLA by accusing him of campaigning against the Naga political issue when he himself was a Naga.

Addressing media persons at ZU office in Imphal, ZU president Amu Kamei alleged that UNC had not discussed the matter of boycotting Gaikhangam with the Zeliangrong people.

And, therefore, “We, the Zeliangrong people will not agree when UNC announced the boycott a person belonging to Zelian-

grong community without consulting us,” he said.

“Before taking the decision atleast UNC should consult with the concern community and give a clear cut statement regarding the boycott,” Amu added.

Zeliangrong people did not boycott Gaikhangam and he will be free to move any area in Assam, Manipur, and Nagaland inhabited by Zeliangrong community.

Coming to framework agreement which India government signed with NSCN(I-M), the ZU president said that it was not a matter of a particular community or a state, but a national issue dealing with the Parliament.

The president further asked question why UNC singled out only Gakihangam and what about other Congress leaders and other who were raising voice against the framework agreement.

Boycotting only an individual was not acceptable to the Zeliangrong people and ZU, he added.

Congress will get majority in Assembly elections: M’laya CM

Shillong, Dec 6 (PTI): Downplaying desertion of ministers and MLAs from the ruling Congress ahead of the 2018 elections, Meghalaya Chief Minister Mukul Sangma Wednesday claimed that the party will come back with a majority in the 60-member House.

Assembly elections are due

in Meghalaya early next year.

“I am telling you we are coming back with close to 40 seats in 2018. Watch my words,” he told reporters at the sideline of a programme here. His statement came in the wake of at least three Congress ministers including state Congress president and four times chief minister

D D Lapang announcing not a question of betraying supporters who have given that they would not contest Mr A or B, but its betray- them opportunity to serve the upcoming poll and four ing thousands of Congress them and the state.” former cabinet ministers not seeking re-elections on Congress tickets. Hitting at those who intended to desert the Congress, the chief minister said, “Thousands of Congress supporters are betrayed (by such legislators). It’s

PRESS NOTE

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The 13th Pughoboto Area Constituency Congress Committee office was inaugurated at Pughoboto town on 1st December 2017.

During the executive meeting held on the same day, the house inducted new executive members and also adopted the following resolution.

1. The House endorsed to support the candidature of Shri. Rahul Gandhi for President AICC. 2. Re-affirm its support and to work under the dynamic leadership of NPCC President Shri. Therie and PCC member Shri. Nagavito Sumi.

3. The house has decided to work tirelessly for the Congress party in the upcoming general election.

Information and Publicity Secretary Virhi Keretsü

FELICITATION

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With immense joy and honour, we the Sitimi Village Students' Union take this privilege to convey our heartiest congratulations to Mr Ghunavi Ayee, S/o Shri. Zhehito Ayee Rtd. DIS of Sitimi Village for securing the post of Assistant Election Officer through Nagaland Public Service Commission.

The Union further wishes and pray that Almighty God continue to bless him throughout his career.

Bohoi G.Sumi Yavika Chishi.

President, SVSU. Asst. Gen. Secy., SVSU

AFFIDAVIT

I, Smti. L. Asangla Chang @ Asangla Lomon, D/o Shri. Lingkong Chang, aged about 37 years, permanent resident of Sangtamtilla, Rangapahar, Dimapur, Nagaland, do hereby solemnly affirm and sworn on oath as follows : 1. That I am a citizen of India by birth and residing at the place stated above.

2. That in some of my official documents my name has been erroneously entered and used as L.Asangla Lomon. Whereas my correct name is "Smti.

L. Asangla Chang".

3. That I do state that the names L. Asangla Chang and L. Asangla Lomon are one and same person only.

4. That this affidavit is made for the purpose of correcting my name from Smti. L. Asangla Lomon to L. Asangla Chang for all purposes and intents.

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

Deponent Solemnly affirmed and signed before me by the Deponent on this 11th November, 2017.

Notary Public Regd. No. 223/2017, Date : 11/11/17 DP-12656

AFFIDAVIT I, T. Moali Sangtam, S/o Lt. Throngsomong Sangtam, R/o H/No. 91, Imkonglenden Colony, Dimapur : Nagaland, India, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under :1. That I am a bonafide citizen of India and a resident of the above mentioned address.

2. That in all my official documents, my name had been entered/recorded as T. Moali Sangtam, whereas in my application forms for Indian Passport, my name had been entered as Throngsomong Moali Sangtam.

3. That 'T' stands for 'Throngsomong' which is my Lt. father's Initial name.

4. That the name T. Moali Sangtam, and Throngsomong Moali Sangtam, refers to one and same person, i.e, me and my names.

5. That henceforth I shall address/use my name as Throngsomong Moali Sangtam, in my Indian Passport.

VERIFICATION I, hereby verify that the content made in paras 1 to 5 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and beliefs and nothing material is concealed therein.

Deponent Solemnly sworn before me.

Notary Public Regd. No. 3684/2017 Dimapur : Nagaland Date : 05/12/2017 DP-12658

GHUKHUYI GHAMI WELFARE SOCIETY KOHIMA FELICITATION

The Ghukhuyi Ghami Welfare Society Kohima take this privilege and honour to convey our heartiest congratulations to Er. Z.Tokishe Sema, S/o Late Zheiho Kiba on his promotion to the post of Additional Director, Department of Information & Public Relations, Nagaland.

We wish and pray that the gracious God bless and guide him in his future endeavours. ( K. PULOTO SEMA) Secretary, Ghukhuyi Ghami Welfare Society Kohima.

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APPRECIATION

Sangtamtilla Village Council would like to thank Shri. Hukavi Zhimomi (Parliamentary Secretary) and Shri. Alem Pongen) VDB Secy. of Sangtamtilla Village Council) for and filling up the potholes/leveling the road (Water Pump to Sangtamtilla gate) by individual contribution for the interest of the public.

T. Lanu Sangtam Chairman Sangtamtilla Village Council

Temsu Sangtam General Secretary Sangtamtilla Village Council

FELICITATION

Akuluto Range Students' Union conveys its heartfelt appreciation to Shri. Khekaho Assumi, Hon'ble Parliamentary Secretary YRS & MTF for his laudable achievement and appreciates him for constructing the Multipurpose Stadium at Akuluto Town and construction of roads at Akuluto Town via VK, Lotisa-Mapulu via VK Town. The union remains thankful for his valuable services and tireless efforts in realising the dreams of the people in the area from long time. The Union wishes him good health and more success to uplift the progress of the town in the days to come.

Jepito Chishi President ARSU

Tokato Chishi General Secretary ARSY

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PUBLIC DECLARATION

The families of Er. Sao Sangtam (Landlord of the plot where the unfortunate incident took place) and Dr. Angukato Achumi had a joint meeting wherein both the families had a productive and cordial discussion about the unfortunate incident that took place at Padumpukhuri Village on the un-fateful night of 30th November 2017 After a healthy discussion of the entire episode, the facts of the unfortunate night are as follows: 1. That, Dr. Angukato Achumi while on routine evening walk lost his phone and solicited the help of the illegal immigrant workers who were in a nearby construction site.

Upon approaching them the illegal immigrants scoffed at him and rendered him unconscious with a sudden blow from behind and was continuously beaten by the workers. Upon gaining his conscious he was threatened with dire consequences and set free after midnight.

2. Whereas, the illegal immigrants on the other hand framed Dr. Angukato Achumi by reporting to their owner that he had in an inebriated state assaulted the workers and had caused damage to the property.

It is hereby, declared that Dr. Angukato Achumi is a teetotaler and the above statement was made by the illegal immigrants to their convenience inorder to trash the good image of the victim and blame him for the whole incident.

3. Although, the illegal immigrants had so far, tactfully managed to create confusion and misunderstanding but the finding of the earpiece of the lost phone from the camp of the illegal immigrants has proved that Dr. Angukato Achumi did enter the construction site without any ill motive or intention.

4. Since the life attempt upon the victim was carried out by the illegal immigrants without any warrant from the owner. Therefore, the liability of their actions completely rests upon the illegal immigrants who committed the heinous crime.

5. With this kind of incidents becoming the order of the day a fervent appeal is made to the Padumpukhuri Village Council to flush out all illegal immigrants from within its jurisdiction.

6. We the undersigned tender our unconditional apology to the victim, his family, Usutomi Village, Padumpukhuri Village Council, Padumpukhuri Sumi Community and all the organization who are spearheading the noble cause of flushing out the IBl's from our state of Nagaland namely Survival Nagaland, CNTC and NCD. We also pledge our co-operation to these organizations in pursue of common Naga cause.

(Er. Sao Sangtam)

(Renchamo)

Witnessed by :(Zhehoshe Y. Achumi) Father of the Victim

(Vikato J. Achumi) G.B. Usutomi

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The Piphema Kuda Union will be holding it’s ‘Advent Christmas Celebrations’ on December 10, 2017, at the residence of Zhato Kimho, Padumpukhuri, Dimapur, near Hollotoli School from 2:00 p.m. onwards.

The Union executives have invited all its members and in-laws to come and be part of the annual celebrations.

For more information/inquiry, please contact any of the following numbers: 8014-83-5610/7005-31-1980/9862-22-2237 or 8974-87-0532.

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Quid pro quo

hen chief ministers of Nagaland, Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh participated at the fifth day of the ongoing Hornbill Festival in Kisama, it was an opportunity for them to come together to enjoy the festive mood. The three – T.R.Zeliang (chief minister Nagaland), Biren Singh (chief minister Manipur) and Pema Khandu (chief minister Arunachal Pradesh) also share some things in common. They share a common border with each other and also with Myanmar. Besides that, they are also home to several Naga tribes. The other state where sizeable population of Nagas live is Assam.

The three chief ministers also share a common political root. In the past they were also upcoming leaders in the Congress party. The three chief ministers also have experience about the political environment in the region, especially the three states and that should serve them well while dealing with common issues.

After controversies and flip-flops, Pema Khandu became chief minister of the Congress government but he then led a mass defection to the People’s Party of Arunachal Pradesh(PPA) before eventually defecting to the BJP. Manipur chief minister Biren Singh was a hardcore Congress leader and close confidante of then Congress chief minister Ibobi Singh. Assam’s Himanta Biswa Sharma, was also a close confidant of then chief minister Tarun Gogoi. Both Biren and Himanta reportedly fell out with their patrons over political aspirations. The three former Congress legislators and present chief ministers of three states have much in common too. They also share the same concern over the issue of settlement of the Naga political issue in their own respective measure especially when it involves territorial readjustment. Arunachal Pradesh is also sensitive to the issue of demand of Nagadominated areas of Tirap, Changlang and Longding with Nagaland/Nagalim. Even Assam is also as opposed to any talk of ceding Naga areas for Nagaland/ Nagalim if in case, there is any such proposal in any future agreement. Some sections in Assam are hyper against even the mention of such a proposal. However of all states, Meiteis of Manipur are very strongly opposed to any kind of integration with Nagaland.

They have even threatened to take their agitation to the ultimate if there is any move to bifurcate of divide Manipur. In this regard it will be interesting how Biren Singh deals with the issue when it comes up for mention. Nagas have embraced Biren Singh today because he is in the BJP; otherwise it would have been unthinkable had he been a Congress chief minister. Ibobi was condemned for whatever was decided by the then Manipur cabinet which also included Biren Singh. However, in line with the principle of an enemy’s enemy is a friend, today Biren Singh is accepted because he is in the BJP. It is in this context that Biren Singh is viewed from a different lens. The political churning began under undivided Assam and in the Naga Hills district and also Tuensang Frontier Division during the mid-50s. From then on it spread to Mizoram, then Manipur, Tripura, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya. The chief ministers have been ignored in the peace process as they can play a very important role towards peaceful solution. They must continue to hold frequent meetings which would inspire their people to play a role in furthering the process of development for peace and vice versa.

DailyDevotion “My Rainbow in the Cloud”

I set My rainbow in the cloud, and it shall be for the sign of the covenant between Me and the earth.

—Genesis 9:13 It is the will of God that human beings should get into a right-standing relationship with Him, and His covenants are designed for this purpose. Why doesn’t God save me? He has accomplished and provided for my salvation, but I have not yet entered into a relationship with Him. Why doesn’t God do everything we ask? He has done it. The point is— will I step into that covenant relationship? All the great blessings of God are finished and complete, but they are not mine until I enter into a relationship with Him on the basis of His covenant.

Waiting for God to act is fleshly unbelief. It means that I have no faith in Him. I wait for Him to do something in me so I may trust in that. But God won’t do it, because that is not the basis of the God-and-man relationship. Man must go beyond the physical body and feelings in his covenant with God, just as God goes beyond Himself in reaching out with His covenant to man. It is a question of faith in God— a very rare thing. We only have faith in our feelings. I don’t believe God until He puts something tangible in my hand, so that I know I have it. Then I say, “Now I believe.” There is no faith exhibited in that. God says, “Look to Me, and be saved…” (Isaiah 45:22).

When I have really transacted business with God on the basis of His covenant, letting everything else go, there is no sense of personal achievement— no human ingredient in it at all. Instead, there is a complete overwhelming sense of being brought into union with God, and my life is transformed and radiates peace and joy.

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A child who is allowed to be disrespectful to his parents will not have true respect for anyone. ~ Billy Graham

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Post-mortem

The fallacies of the Indo-Naga political settlement process

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he Indo-Naga political settlement process has fallen into chaos. After years of apathy and torpidity, Nagas’ commitment to regain sovereignty has been distorted into selfish gains, and the public is increasingly suspicious of current development, typical of those who are trying to exploit the situation.

Decades of squabbling, complacency, laxity, and decadence by the so-called leaders of the faction groups have sidelined the critical issues, and the revisited peace talks of the Indo-Naga political settlement have run amok. It is in danger of compounding an ongoing political crisis with a political crisis of its own. The mood among Nagas everywhere is one of frustration and indignation, combined with embarrassment and shame.

The Genesis of the Crisis: The prolonged lapses in the IndoNaga political settlement conflict are almost entirely due to domestic turmoil and extremism, exhibited in the form of Naga factional spats.

The current political scenario is characterized by chaos and belligerence, and it needs to stop.

Each blames the other, squabbling like kids with no adults around.

It is painful watching events in Nagaland unfold, as the IM and accomplices take center stage in the political saga. Moreover, the chaotic mess within the State government and the corrupt political machineries have added fuel to the fire. What is tragic about this is that the IM and its coconspirators, through their secretive, exclusive, and monolithic pursuit of a private agenda contrary to the public will, have intentionally stalled the settlement process This is the most troubling example of how a once grand and noble Naga liberation movement has allowed itself to degenerate into ineptitude and failure, paving the way for a group inclined toward radicalism attempting to capture the State apparatus and bend it to its will.

Additionally, the passive stance of other faction groups has allowed IM greater leverage, and support from New Delhi has emboldened Muivah and cliques to act. Mr. Muivah’s insistence on being the ultimate The Indo-Naga political settlement, as outlined in the current format under the IM banner, exacerbates the already existing sectarian tensions. India’s strategy is to destabilize the power of the Naga independence movement.

Going around the obstructionist groups, India has granted IM, and its co-conspirators, preferential treatment with Delhi. Delhi, in effect, has begun quietly campaigning for the IM and coteries—using

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e seventy persons including those with Disabilities (PWDs) hailing from different walks of life as clerics, theologians, academicians, practitioners representing the traditions of Baha’i, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Indigenous community, Islam, Jainism and Sikhism assembled at Nagpur to have an Interfaith Roundtable on Disability between August 07 and 09 2017 under the aegis of National Council of Churches in India - Indian Ecumenical Disability Accompaniment (NCCI -IDEA), World Council of Churches - Ecumenical Disability Advocates Network, Spalding Trust, Church of Ireland, World Vision India and Christian Service Agency.

We discussed on how religions look at PWDs; deliberated upon the status and place accorded by Holy Scriptures to such persons, what is God’s view on PWDs in different faiths and also on how faith communities look at PWDs. We discussed about the role of faith communities in promoting and inculcating the culture of inclusion in Faith Community and society.

We the participants of the Round Table would like to issue the following Faith Declaration on Disability from the unique learning experiences drawn from the

State political machineries—a false prerogative with Modi’s pontifical blessings. Yet it appears they are more frustrated than confident and less in control, but they insist on creating anything that would induce and trap the weak. It is unthinkable that India would seek anything other than to establish a smooth relationship with the Naga people, because Nagaland and the contiguous Naga inhabited regions will continue to be the most strategic, if not sensitive, area defensively. But IM’s stance has become more of a liability than an asset and has inflicted severe damage on the meaningful IndoNaga political settlement process.

Other faction groups, especially that of the ideologically defying Adinno Phizo, have remained unapologetic, unwilling to cooperate with assumed flawed assurances that the public would—without making any effort on their part to reconcile—rush to their support. That will not happen any time soon. They failed to develop effective strategies to bring the Naga political settlement process to a desirable solution. It is time to make amends for the good of the Naga nation. The Naga independence movement is not about maintaining family dynasties.

Using a combination of coercion and inducements, the various faction groups compete for the allegiance of a common pool of citizens, who could, in principle, take any side. Naga internal conflict is not so much about ideology.

Their conflicts do not revolve around ideas because no pool of uncommitted citizens is waiting to be swayed by them. Their fight is about group survival, not about the superiority of one party’s ideology or ability to deliver a better solution. If this trend continues, the risk of transforming into existential legacy, leading to genocide, is extremely high.

Nagas are real flesh and blood people with emotions, feelings, and passions, capable of showing love and anger just like any other human being. They also have goals and aspirations, for which many have sacrificed their lives. Nagaland is not just for the few who claim superiority, who want to control the destiny of the nation for their own self-interest.

You can’t simply shut people off, adversaries or not, for every Naga has a voice that matters. You don’t have any right to silence them; that has never been the Naga tradition. Naga cultural values give every individual—rich or poor—a voice to be heard. And, except for a few stray occurrences, Nagas have practiced the purest form of democracy since centuries before

the modern concept of democracy was introduced. But the bastion of values that defined the Naga people is disappearing.

Peace Talks: Peace talks are a process in which the public is an important player. The Treaty of Versailles, the Oslo Accord, and the Belfast Agreement provide examples allowing us to evaluate which ones led to long-term success and which ones ended up generating more instability.

Obviously, the result will depend on the quality and legitimacy of peace-making, for peace-making is a serious affair. There is minimal public support for the current dialogue, which deviates greatly from the core values on which the movement was founded. Lack of public support and a positive posture negate any attempt to succeed.

It is also against the principles of peace talks for one party (India, in this case) to arbitrarily dictate who they conduct dialogue with. The recently signed agreement between India and the NNPGs (minus other groups) brings yet another toll, by following IM’s footpath, making the settlement process haphazard.

Sectarian tensions are destabilizing for any favorable settlement.

Safeguarding the outcome of the peace process requires a Transitional Arrangement and Modalities, which outlines the roadmap the parties must follow and comply with. It is also critical to have third-party oversight by the UN or other international organization to observe, review, and assess the implementation of all signed agreements. No such arrangement exists in the IndoNaga Peace Talks and Settlement process.

Framework and Comprehensive Agreements: As the term suggests, “Framework Agreement” broadly outlines the agreed-upon principles and agenda upon which the substantive issues are to be negotiated. This stage involves protracted negotiations between the parties to create separate treaties containing the negotiated details on substantive issues. The outcome of a successful Framework Agreement ends in producing Comprehensive Agreements containing the substance of the underlying issues of a dispute. Negotiated agreements are in effect a blueprint for the future. The important factors in a Peace Negotiation process are the perceived sincerity and the ability of leadership to focus on the longterm good of the nation, rather than short-term personal gain, and translate that into desirable and positive action. It is therefore important to have experienced and well-versed persons working on the Framework Agreement as it is

the basis for negotiating resolution of all aspects of the conflict in a just, comprehensive, and durable manner. Time is crucial, but the settlement dialogue must continue until all sides come to a favorable agreement.

All work must be transparent and responsible. What matters most is not the general Framework Agreement itself, but the substance of the Comprehensive Agreement, which must be fully supported by the public. The “most opportune time” in the case of the IndoNaga political settlement is when all major stakeholders, including all faction groups, unite, deliberate, and find a permanent solution acceptable to all the Nagas.

Nagaland or Nagas should not be used to promote the interests of a few. Doing so violates the God-given fundamental right of self-ownership, the right of all Nagas to their native land, their work, and their individuality. They cannot be placed at the disposal of some despotic, egomaniacal person or persons.

Critical Leadership Assets: Naiveté is one thing. Callowness and callousness are another. But a power-mongering and belligerent leadership is quite a different matter. The Naga political issue is complex. Naga territories stretch through several provinces within India and Myanmar, and a series of missteps have created serious setbacks. An insidious and selfserving belligerent leadership is pursuing its own agenda. Belligerent leadership undermines not only the scope of crucial deliberations but also their content. Muivah’s gutless, politically senseless, and morally debased approach to make himself the dictator of the new Nagaland is the reason other faction groups refused to join, and the Naga public never endorsed him. Besides being cunning, he is opportunistic, avaricious, and obdurate, and his plans only instill fear and create division, promoting only the interests of the exploiter class at the expense of the rest of the Nagas. Moreover, since the movement is deeply divided, the majority of the public has not sided with any faction groups, either.

Although Nagas are the aggrieved party in the Indo-Naga conflict, the sectarian nature of the movement has turned hope into serious roadblocks, thereby giving India an undue advantage. In Nagaland, we are dealing with not just one or two tribes, but dozens of tribes. It is meaningless to proceed with settlement talks without the support of the public. It is the task of the leadership to generate support from every corner. In an important dialogue such as the

Indo-Naga political conflict, Nagas need well-seasoned strategists who can perceive and maneuver the games being played in the settlement process. Making the Settlement Agreement a success requires exceptional leadership.

Those at the negotiating table must be persons of integrity and statesmanship who are intellectually capable of farsighted strategic thinking.

Recommendations: It is time to put the Nagaland political drama in order. Any attempt to subvert the voice of the people, as seen in the current format, will, if it hasn’t already, cause irreparable damage to the Naga cause. It is nothing short of political suicide.

The new negotiating team, representing all major stakeholders, must create cohesive and strategic plans to achieve a meaningful and an enduring settlement. The following is the summary of what has already been suggested in my previous articles, titled “Spears Cry Out” and “Spears Cry Out – Revisited,” which appeared in the Nagaland Post on 23 February 2007 and 1 September 2012, and in the Morung Express on 20 February 2007 and 4 September 2012, respectively: 1. Establish a single body, as originally envisaged, represented by all major stakeholders. This is the only way to achieve a long-term solution to the Naga conflict: a compromise based on a constitutional deal with ironclad powersharing arrangements protecting all parties.

2. Naga public has the final say in the settlement agreement— accept or reject.

3. Naga public has the right to abandon any group lacking both the legitimacy and the will to negotiate a settlement as the party’s refusal to compromise creates an obstacle to real solution.

4. Resolving the Nagas’ communal sectarian problems must take priority over bringing self determination to the Naga movement—or the goal that many hope for will never emerge. Even the most adroit diplomacy could fail if the Nagas do not grasp the strategic logic of their situation.

And even the so-called winners would pay a terrible price.

5. Establish implementation mechanisms, through a third party, responsible for providing oversight and guidance to carry out and lay the foundation for sustainable achievement.

Vikuosa Nienu, Center for Southeast Asia Studies, University of California, Berkeley (USA)

Nagpur inter-faith declaration on disability

round table: Religions are essentially divine. Prophets/ Messengers of different faiths have disseminated diving precepts for human societies which in turn have constructed them to organize their lives on earth.

Religions believe that the creations are part of the divine therefore potentially whole and worthy of divine and human compassion equally. They command us to lead a just and inclusive life and form community based on love and humanity/equality.

Some religious traditions tend to view divine creations in the confines of Cartesian dichotomy as good and bad, right and wrong, success and failure, desirable and despicable.

Such qualifying notions coupled with hierarchic social arrangement and legitimize moral codes that are likely to be discriminatory unjust and exclusive, experienced throughout history in relation with PWD’s.

PWD is usually stereotyped as one who is less than normal, is at the receiving end and in need of compassionate assistance. Religious people and faith-based organizations holding such discretionary perceptions often mercifully turn down the PWD their legitimate space in active and creative life. In the name of tradi-

tion and culture, we tend to condescend towards them and in few extreme cases even demonize their physical appearances of their bodies and their desire to live dignified lives. Rather they are not to be objects of programmes but the subject of relationships.

This situation calls for deeper introspection and transformation so that religious traditions cease to be an agent of prejudice and discrimination. The divine spirit enshrined in religions prompt us to share with one another dignity and equality, while accepting differences and celebrating diverse lives as part of the divine whole.

We understand that humans are divinely manifested and that all must be allowed to celebrate their lives through just, responsible and transparent inclusive relationships. Such transcending love, inclusiveness and acceptance of people with differences and their families contribute to the holistic growth of human societies and the realization of the Divine in our lives.

We also recognize that different physical and intellectual challenges are a part of the created order. We see this diversity in the wider community of all life.

It is in this context that we appreciate the State Policies that affirm the Rights of PWDs and promote the

principle of inclusion in society, by upholding the fundamental human rights to a life of dignity and non-discrimination for all citizens as enshrined in the Constitution. We appeal to all the Faith Based Organizations and Religious Heads to uphold the constitutional rights of all citizens including PWDs. Therefore, we, the followers of different religious and faith traditions, solemnly declare that: 1. We affirm the innate potential of our respective religions / faith practices to enable us to recognize the “divine” design in one another and to inculcate loving human relationships of equality.

2. We condemn stigmatization, discrimination of PWD’s as morally unacceptable wherever it is practice and by whomever.

3. We recognize the need to create awareness within our religious communities on issues of Disability and towards transforming our communities that are inclusiveness.

4. We discern the need to relearn our traditions and rituals, festivals and feasts, practices and reinterpret scripture interpretations/ understanding to purge them of ideologies of exclusions.

5. We respect the scriptures of each tradition and encourage inclusive reli-

gious places of celebration in regard to rituals, practices, festive and feasts.

6. We pledge to accompany friends and families who are excluded from participating in faith based activities due to their physical conditions and extend to them fellowship and solidarity in their yearning to be loved and right to live with dignity.

7. We commit ourselves to transform all our common places of worship into a welcoming, accessible and compatible space for PWDs. 8. We dedicate ourselves to safeguard the rights of all PWDs and to join hands with all civil society initiatives towards Just and Inclusive Communities.

9. We call upon religious leaders to preach inclusivity and to practice

non-discriminatory employment policies in their institutions, and also to engage in affirmative action’s to end the discrimination that PWDs face in admissions and appointments.

10. We resolve to work incessantly to create just and inclusive communities with consistent practice of values of inclusion, compassion, justice and acceptance so that the divine image of God will be celebrated in all diverse manifestations.

We invite all faith leaders and adherents to join the pilgrimage towards Just and Inclusive Communities with possible interventions that upholds the dignity, defend rights and unites all of us for the cause of PWDs. Adopted by the Participants of the Interfaith Round Table on Disability.

Rev. Dr. Ezamo Murry

Reader’s Post

Still reeling under darkness

Sir,

The electricity supply does not seem to improve in Dimapur even after the assurances of the department that it would be eased off in ten days time. VIPs have come and gone but Nagaland is still reeling under pathetic power supply. Isn’t it time to divert some fund from hornbill and buy those new transformers desperately needed to feed the state.

Tokheli Assumi, Signal Basti Dimapur

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Nagaland Post, Dimapur thursday, december 7, 2017

SC reserves for verdict on Delhi-Centre power spat

D IM A P U R , D EC 6 (NPN): Darogapathar Village Council (DVC) has expressed shock and surprise over a quit notice served to Fr. Jose Chacko sdb, Rector of Don Bosco Vocational Training Centre, Darogapathar Village, Dimapur, by People’s Republic of Nagaland (NNC/ PRN), asking him leave the centre on or before December 10.

In a press release DVC chairman Nungtok Meren Jamir and secretary K. Ado Bizo said that the Council finds no valid, reasonable or genuine reasons for the quit notice. DVC questioned how a revolutionary government, such as the NNC/PRN, could put itself in the low position of addressing personal complaints lodged by the past diploma students. Instead the NNC/PRN should be an instrumental in safeguarding the institutions which provide educational avenues and job oriented trainings to Naga youth, it said.

DVC pointed out, that the authenticity of the quit notice with the letter head

Provisional Programme for nineteenth session

D IM A P U R , D EC 6 (NPN): Business Advisory Committee held a meeting on December 5 at 11:00 a.m. in the Assembly Committee Room under the Chairmanship of Nagaland Legislative Assembly Speaker Dr. Imtiwapang Aier, and finalized the Provisional Programme for the ensuing Nineteenth Session of the Twelfth Assembly.

A press release from commissioner & secretary N. Benjamin Newmai said that the Committee decided to have a two day session from 14th December and 15th December 2017.

It listed the businesses to be taken up during the session as: (i) Obituary References, (ii) Presentation of the Select Committee Report, (iii)Laying of Reports/Papers/ Rules, (iv) Introduction of Government Bills if any, (v) Presentation of Assembly Committee Reports, and(vi) Unfinished business if any.

of the “Commander-inChief ” (Naga Army), was also questionable, as it bears neither a name nor a contact number, except for a signature.

The Council has urged the concerned authorities to look into its genuineness, so that the good stature of the People’s Republic of Nagaland (NNC/PRN) is not tarnished.

The Council termed the ‘quit notice’ as “very unfortunate and strongly condemnable”, and said that when the people of Nagaland are yearning for a permanent and lasting settlement with the GoI and also when people from all walks of life are preparing to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, such an unexpected and unwarranted notice is served.

It further urged and requested the administration and law enforcing agencies to provide adequate security measures to all Institutions who selflessly contribute to the welfare and uplift of Naga society in particular and the people of Nagaland in general.

DHORAJI, Dec 6 (Agencies): The contest on Dhoraji seat of Gujarat will be a prestige issue for Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) leader Hardik Patel as one of his key aides, Lalit Vasoya, is contesting from there on Congress’ ticket.

Vasoya will be taking on veteran BJP leader and former Lok Sabha MP Harilal Patel on this Patel community-dominated Assembly constituency in Rajkot district.

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AMRITSAR, dec 6 (Agencies): London’s first Asian-origin mayor Sadiq Khan said the British government should apologise for a colonial-era massacre in India as he visited the site on Wednesday.

The 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre, in which British troops opened fire on thousands of unarmed protesters in the city of Amritsar, remains an enduring scar of British colonial rule over the subcontinent.

The then British prime minister David Cameron described it as deeply shameful when he visited the memorial in the northern state of Punjab during a 2013 trip to India, but stopped short of an apology.

Writing in the visitors’ book, Khan said it had been “incredibly moving” to see the site of the massacre, calling it a tragedy that should never be forgotten.

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Indore doctor elected president of WOC

BHOPAL, Dec 6 (Agencies): Indorebased orthopaedic surgeon D K Taneja has been elected new president of the World Orthopaedic Concern (WOC).

Taneja, ex-dean of Indore’s Mahatma Gandhi Memorial (MGM) Medical College, said that he was elected to the top post at an election of the WOC held at

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the population in the constituency, but Muslims and Dalits are also present in significant numbers and can together decide the fate of candidates in the fray.

But more than the issues of Patidars and Dalits, it is the issue of development at the local level that has taken the centre-stage, because of an incomplete underground sewage system and poor road infrastructure in Dhoraji town.

The problems faced by farmers, cutting across caste lines, in getting the right minimum support price (MSP) for their produce like cotton and groundnut is also a key issue.

nation.” Modi’s remarks the seat for five times on came a day after Sibal, repCongress’ ticket before he resenting the Sunni Waqf quit the party and joined Board, urged the Supreme the BJP. Radadiya is presCourt to defer hearing in ently the BJP’s Lok Sabha the Ayodhya title suit till member from Porbandar.

July 2019 when the next Dhoraji is the only Lok Sabha elections will Assembly constituency on be over. which Congress has fielded However, the demand a leader from Hardik Patelwas brushed aside by the led PAAS. The Patidars court as it fixed February 8, form a sizable chunk of 2018 for commencing the final hearing in the case.

The Congress distanced itself from Sibal’s stand, saying it does not (From p-1) their demands, the ENCSU appealed represent the party’s stand.

It further said that the department to all the Naga students to be “prepared should not take advantage of the suffer- mentally and physically” for the next ing of “your children/Naga students” course of action.

ENCSU said that the union was also of life or property was, and questioned why the department and however, reported from government are hiding the wrong they aware of the unspent Rs. 2.8 crore for the have perpetrated instead of admitting year 2015-16, as stated by the DoHE in the anywhere.

The India Meteoro- their fault and declaring the truth “so that Utilization Certificate to the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The department had also logical Department official people may see the clear picture.” said that the amount would be credited to ENCSU warned the government to said the epicentre of the earth quake was 121 km release the full amount of the scholarship the 2016-17 beneficiaries, the union addaway from Dehradun, in by December 8 failing which it warned ed. In this regard, the union demanded Rudraprayag, and at a that the department would be held respon- that the amount be added to the amount depth of 30 km. This is sible for any untoward incidents. It also for the 2016-17 beneficiaries.

ENCSU said it would be compelled the second earthquake in reminded the government to respond to to dig deeper if the department failed to Uttarakhand in the past this ultimatum within two days.

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Ahmedabad, Dec 6 (AGENCIES): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 6 accused the Congress of linking the Ram temple issue with the Lok Sabha elections and attacked its leader Kapil Sibal’s arguments in the Supreme Court for deferring hearing the matter till after the 2019 polls.

“Yesterday in the Supreme Court, a Congress MP, Kapil Sibal, was arguing [which is his right] for the Babri Masjid. He is entitled to do that, but is it right for him to say postpone hearing till 2019?”

Modi said at a rally in Gujarat’s Dhandhuka.

“Why does he have to link a Ram mandir with elections. Is such thinking proper?” he said. “Now Congress links Ram mandir with elections. They are least bothered about the

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eral Maninder Singh, who had argued that the Delhi government cannot stake any claim to have executive power over the sensitive National Capital.

Subramanium emphasised that the 69th Constitutional amendment, giving the people of Delhi an elected government and a legislature, was based on the fundamental principles of egalitarianism.

Dhawan argued that the court should not narrowly interpret a constitutional amendment which actually enhances the fundamental rights of democracy in consonance with the ‘Basic Structure’ doctrine introduced by a 13-judge Bench in the historic Keshavananda Bharati case.

He argued that the status and powers bestowed in the constitutional amendment should be read or-

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ganically in its entirety and not selectively. The powers of the President, the Lieutenant Governor, Council of Ministers in the Delhi government and the Chief Minister are interconnected.

He argued that there was no point to comparing Delhi to any other State or Union Territory.

The 69th Amendment of the Constitution in 1992 gave the National Capital of Delhi special status with its own democratically elected government and legislative assembly.

Sub-section (4) of Article 239AA mandates that a Council of Ministers shall aid and advice the LG in his functions regarding laws made by the Legislative Assembly.

The focus of the current controversy was a proviso to Article 239AA (4), which mandates that in case of a difference of opinion between the LG and the Council of Ministers, the former has to refer the issue to the President.

In the meanwhile, while that decision is pending before the President, the LG, if the matter is urgent, can use his discretion to take immediate action.

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New Delhi, Dec 6 (AGENCIES): A fivejudge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court on Wednesday reserved for judgment the Centre-Delhi power tussle over who between them wields the power of administration and governance over the National Capital.

Over a month after it commenced hearing the batch of appeals filed by the Delhi government, the Bench led by Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra wrapped up the hearing after hearing the rejoinder arguments of senior advocates Gopal Subramanium and Rajeev Dhawan for the Delhi government.

The Bench also comprised Justices A.K. Sikri, A.M. Khanwilkar, D.Y. Chandrachud and Ashok Bhushan.

The Arvind Kejriwalled AAP government had challenged the Delhi High Court judgment declaring the LG as the sole administrator of Delhi.

The Delhi government was represented by a galaxy of senior counsel, including P. Chidambaram and Indira Jaising. The Centre was represented by Additional Solicitor Gen-

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New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS): Bharti Airtel on Wednesday said it has tied-up with Indian smartphones manufacturer Intex Technologies to launch a range of affordable 4G smartphones with advanced features.

According to the telecommunications services provider, the Intex Aqua Lions N1 -- a new 4G smartphone from the Intex stable -- will be available to Airtel customers at a discounted price of Rs 1,649 compared to the market price of Rs 3,799. “ T h e a l l n ew 4 G smartphones come bundled with a monthly pack of Rs 169 from Airtel, offering generous data and calling benefits,” the company said in a statement.

“We are really pleased to see the continued positive response to our ‘mera pehla smartphone’ initiative from customers as well as smartphone manufacturers,” said Ajai Puri, Chief Operating Officer (India and South Asia), Bharti Airtel.

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to widen the network of merchant establishments which will accept the PoS and is guided by two broad objectives.

The first is the acceptance infrastructure so that more merchants accept it more happily and it should also leave money for the stakeholders, and secondly make banks and other stakeholders more interested in the game by incentivising investments into supporting technology and other infra.

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told reporters at the customary post-policy presser.

He said a differentiated MDR for asset-light infrastructure is put in place which will be slightly less.

“The previous system of ad valorem rates (where a discount is paid as per the value of a transaction) continues, but the slab system has been done away with. We have gone by merchant category, which will be very simple to administer.” Kanungo said the tweaking is intended

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The merchant discount rate is the fee charged to a merchant by a bank for providing debit and credit card payment services.

It can be noted that midway through demonetization late November, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had said the note-ban was intended to increase the cashless component in the economy.

The new rules, which are expected to be issued later in the day, will focus on categorising merchants in such a way that debit card usage at small merchants improves, Kanungo

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Mumbai, Dec 6 (PTI): To boost non-cash transactions which has been stagnant for some time now following near-full remonetisation, the Reserve Bank on Wednesday rationalised the merchant discount rate (MDR).

The central bank has tweaked the fee levels to widen the network of merchant establishments which will accept the card payments and also to incentivise banks to invest more into cash-less or lesscash payment systems.

“In 2016-17, the percentage of usage of debit cards at point of sales (PoS terminals) was at 21.9 percent and now it is almost at that stage. So, we thought that it is about time that a further push is given to that and one of the ways we thought we can help achieve the objective is rationalisation of the MDR,” deputy governor B P Kanungo told reporters here.

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spiration from Delhi when they visited the “impassion showroom” which exports cosmetics even to other countries and maximum premium customers were from Nagaland. The shop comprises of Mac, The body shop, Toni& Guy, NYX etude house, Bblunt and old designers perfume etc which are all original products and that they were still numbers of products which were yet to arrive.

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DIMAPUR, DEC 6 (NPN): “Elegant Look” a new cosmetic store, which was opened in the heart of Dimapur town on Wednesday assured to deliver the best cosmetic products to the customers. The store is a joint venture of Rajesh Sethi, Jayant Sethi, Bipin Kashiwal and Naresh Bilala.

The store which is

opposite to Jack N Jill at Hongkong Market, was inaugurated by proprietor of Hope Academy Sashila Ozukum. She lauded the proprietors and excluded confidence that as assured the store would be able to serve the customers in a better way.

According to Bipin Kashiwal, the store is the first of its kind in the entire North East and has been opened with an in-

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Mumbai, Dec 6 (PTI): The r upee Wednesday weakened further by 14 paise to close at 64.52 against the US dollar after the Reserve Bank decided to keep rates unchanged and raised the inflation forecast.

Besides, heavy capital outflows in anticipation of rate hike by the US Federal Reserve and a strong dollar overseas largely ruled forex market sentiments.

Though the RBI’s policy outcome was in line with wider expectations, upside risks emanating from high commodity prices against the backdrop of global headwinds added some The new Lee exclusive showroom at Circular road, Dimapur on Wednesday. pressure on the trading front.

The store was inaugurated by Hojei Sumi. (NP)

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Hope academy proprietor Sashila Ozukum inaugurates the new cosmetic store. (NP)

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ternational crude oil prices may sustain, especially on account of the OPEC’s decision to maintain production cuts through next year, it said.

It further said that the implementation of farm loan waivers by select states, partial roll back of excise duty and VAT in the case of petroleum products, and decrease in revenue on account of reduction in Goods and Services Tax rates for several goods and services may result in fiscal slippage with attendant implications for inflation.

Of the six, one member, Ravindra H Dholakia, voted for a policy rate reduction of 25 basis points.

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sis points, with risks evenly balanced, following the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission recommendations for central government employees.

The impact of HRA is expected to peak in December. However, the staggered impact of HRA increases by various state governments may push up housing inflation further in 2018, it said.

Expecting price situation to harden, it said: “The moderation in inflation excluding food and fuel observed in Q1 of 2017-18 has, by and large, reversed. There is a risk that this upward trajectory may continue in the near-term.”

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Mumbai, Dec 6 (PTI): Gold prices slipped below the Rs 29,000 mark by falling Rs 110 per 10 grams in the bullion market here today, mostly on account of weak demand from jewellers. Silver also remained under selling pressure and shed Rs 405 for the sixth day to close at Rs 37,305 per kg. tandard gold (99.5 purity) dropped by Rs 110 to close at Rs 28,985 per 10 grams from Tuesday’s level of Rs 29,095.

Pure gold (99.9 purity) also dipped by the same amount to finish at Rs 29,135 per 10 grams as compared Rs 29,245 yesterday.

Silver (.999 fineness) declined by Rs 405 per kg to end at Rs 37,305 as compared to Rs 37,710 previously. Globally, gold prices held above a two-month low, as a softer dollar stopped further losses on concerns over the progress of a US tax reform plan and a potential government shutdown.

Spot gold inched up 0.1 per cent to USD 1,267.85 an ounce at early trade. Among other precious metals, silver was nearly unchanged at USD 16.08 an ounce, after hitting its lowest since mid-July in the previous session.

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Mumbai, Dec 6 (PTI): Deterred by inflationary concerns, the Reserve Bank Wednesday kept the policy rate unchanged leaving little scope for banks to lower interest rates on housing and auto loans.

It raised the inflation estimate to 4.3-4.7 per cent, from the earlier projection of 4.2-4.6 per cent, for the second half of the current financial year.

However it retained the growth forecast at 6.7 per cent for 2017-18 even through the gross value added (GVA) in the second quarter rose to 6.3 per cent.

The 6-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), headed by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Urjit Patel, in its 5th bi-monthly review in the current fiscal, kept repo rate unchanged at 6 per cent and reverse repo at 5.75 per cent.

It said the reason for the decision was “achieving the medium-term target for consumer price index (CPI) inflation of 4 per cent within a band of +/- 2 per cent, while supporting growth”.

RBI factored in the Housing Rent Allowance (HRA) effect of up to 35 ba-

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UNHCR: Rohingya repatriation Trump to declare Jerusalem as capital of Israel process to begin in two months

Turkey threatened on Tuesday to cut diplomatic ties with Israel if U.S. President Donald Trump recognizes Jerusalem as the Israeli capital.

recognised the annexed city as part of Israel. Palestinian officials have warned that the move will “kill” any chance for a peace deal between Israel and the Palestinians, who consider East Jerusalem as the capital of their future state. East Jerusalem is a predominantly Palestinian territory, which Israel seized from Jordan in the 1967 Middle East war and annexed it shortly later.

The annexation was never recognised by the international community. Trump’s announcement is expected to trigger an angry response from the Palestinians as well as by Jordan and other Muslim countries, which have already warned such a move would be unacceptable.

Jerusalem is a site holy to both Muslims and Jews.

The Old City in eastern Jerusalem is home to the al-Aqsa mosque compound, a site known to Muslims as Haram al-Sharif (“the Nobel Sanctuary”) and to Jews as the Temple Mount.

Jordan is the custodian of the compound.

Morocco condemns Trump’s Jerusalem plan

might affect this status and hinder international efforts to settle the Palestinian- Dhaka, Dec 6 (IANS): A bilateral agreement signed Morocco has expressed Israeli conflict. its deep concern and strong- China concerned over by Dhaka and Naypyidaw over the repatriation of the ly condemned the intended move of US President Don- Trump’s Jerusalem plan Muslim minority Rohingyas, hundreds of thousands ald Trump to recognize China on Wednesday Jerusalem as the capital of expressed concern over US of whom had fled to BanglaIsrael and transfer its embas- President Donald Trump’s desh following a crackdown sy to the disputed holy city, intended move to recognise by the Myanmar Army, is yet the Foreign Affairs Ministry Jerusalem as Israel’s capital to take off on the ground, an and transfer its embassy official from the UN High said in a statement.

King Mohammed VI, from Tel Aviv to the ancient Commissioner for Refugees the chairman of the Organi- city, saying it can cause new said on Wednesday.

According to the agreezation of Islamic Coopera- confrontation. ment signed on November tion’s Al Quds Committee, Trump was expected slammed the decision and to make the announcement 23, the repatriation process expressed the kingdom’s in a speech later in the day, should begin within two “strong and unwavering according to White House months. “Nothing is going on at this stage,” UNHCR support for the brotherly sources.

Palestinian people in deChina’s Foreign Min- Senior Regional Public Infending their just cause and istry spokesperson Geng formation Officer Mohamlegitimate rights, mainly Shuang said at a press con- med Abu Asaker told Efe concerning the status of ference that the status of news. According to the UNJerusalem”.

Jerusalem was very compli- HCR, the process might be stalled owing to Myanmar’s Morocco stressed on cated and sensitive. the need to preserve the He said China had al- precondition that the refuhistorical, legal and political ways supported the Middle gees will be repatriated only status of Jerusalem. It called East peace process and was after due verification of their on the UN, particularly the in favour of an independent documents.

The official stressed permanent members of the state of Palestine based on Security Council, to shoul- the internationally approved that the return of around der their responsibilities in 1967 borders, with its capital 626,000 refugees -- many of whom have either lost or order to avoid anything that city in East Jerusalem.

Myanmar, Bangladesh accept UNHCR’s offer for assistance on repatriation of Rohingya Muslim refugees.

Jerusalem/Rabat, Dec 6 (IANS/MAP): Israeli security forces were preparing for clashes with Palestinians in East Jerusalem and the West Bank ahead of US President Donald Trump’s announcement recognising Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

A military official said the Israeli Army was “preparing for possible escalation”, including violent rallies, Xinhua news agency reported. In the city of Bethlehem on Tuesday night,

posters of Trump were burnt at a rally that began after a senior White House official confirmed that the US leader will recognise Jerusalem as Israel’s capital on Wednesday.

Trump is also expected to announce that the US embassy will be moved from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, but the move will not be carried out immediately, according to the official.

The announcement will mark a change in the US policy which has never

Pope Francis defends Jerusalem ‘status quo’

Plot to kill British PM busted; 1 arrested Indonesia cyclone death toll more than doubles to 41

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A rescue team carry and old woman on a stretcher during a flood after a cyclone hit the area at Tlingsing village in Klaten, Indonesia.

JAKARTA: A tropical cyclone that pounded Indonesia’s main island of Java has killed 41 people, the country’s disaster agency

said on Tuesday, more than double the initial toll, with tens of thousands displaced by severe flooding and landslides.

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volcano on the neighbouring resort island of Bali threatened to erupt, forcing tens of thousands to flee their homes.

Cempaka has moved away from Indonesia, but Nugroho warned that more flooding and landslides still could happen.

Indonesia is prone to natural disasters and is often hit by floods and landslides.

A landslide on Bali in February killed 12 people, including three children. In September last year, almost 30 people died in devastating floods and landslides in Garut, West Java.

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The condition of AT Road between Tsüngsangra to Asangma is in a deplorable state where even trucks can hardly ply. Therefore, the village council is planning to repair the road from 8th to 16th of December 2017. Hence, the Council would like to inform through this press note to each and every citizen of the village to contribute either through cash or kind towards this noble cause.

JUBILEE TSIE KEKHRÜ KEHOUCIE PUOTEI : 9:30 AM KRUTA KEVIYIESU NEIKHA (Senior Pastor) ZHAPU TSALI “A KIVORLIE” (MODEL VILLAGE BAPTIST CHURCH CHOIR)

S. Temjen Imsong Chairman Asangma Village Council

I. Toshi Jamir Secretary Asangma Village Council

LIETHO-U REV. MEGOVOTO KUOTSU (President, CBCC)

Open letter to the Director Vety & Animal Husbandry Nagaland, Kohima

KEHOUKI KEKHRÜ REV. DR. V. ATSI DOLIE, Executive Director, ABCC

Sir, with due respectfully, I Mr. Y. Haongsayemjong Chang, grand son of Late Elem Chang the rightful owner of presently occupied land under State Pig Breeding centre Piggery farm Tuensang village is pleased to inform the Directorate of Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Nagaland for demand of cancellation of Shri. Y. Thanghiu's appointment letter within 30 days from the date of publication of this demand notification. Whereas, I had applied for the post of Pig Attendant against the post created No. VETY-21/63/13 Dt 30-1163 vice Shri. Saomongba Chang Pig Attendant retired and even my village council also certified and witnessed as real landowner which was already enclosed with my application, but veterinary department and government have not seen the documents.

Whereas, government appointed in place of Shri. Saomongba Chang Pig Attendant retired, Mr. Y. Thanghiu who hails from Khiamniungan tribe under Noklak, he does not have even a single inch of land at the presently occupied land under State Pig Breeding Centre, Piggery farm Tuensang village. In this connection, I am the grandson of Late.

Elem Chang the land agreement deeds of Serial No. 5, between government and Land owners in 1972, demanding cancellation of appointment order and reconsider my case. Therefore, the authority is informed to kindly cancel the appointment letter in respect of Shri.

Y. Thanghiu and appoint me in place of Shri. Saomongba Chang Pig Attendant retired on compensated ground. Otherwise, we are going to re- encroach our land after deadline of cancellation demand if government fails to reconsider. This is a 30 days deadline notice from the date of publication and necessary action.

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Among the victims of Cyclone Cempaka were 25 people killed by a single landslide in east Java last week, the agency said.

The initial cyclone death toll was 19.

Some 28,000 people have been displaced by the storm, which hit Indonesia’s most populous island last week.

“Almost five thousand homes have been damaged and more than three thousand others were inundated by flooding,” said agency spokesman Sutopo Purwo Nugroho. The destruction from the cyclone came as the rumbling Mount Agung

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The plot was revealed to the British Cabinet on Tuesday by Andrew Parker, the head of the security service MI5, who also told the ministers that security services had foiled nine terrorist attacks in Britain in the past year. Addressing the Cabinet, Parker reportedly said the IS had been defeated in Syria and Iraq but was continuing to orchestrate attacks on Britain.

After the meeting, the Prime Minister’s spokesman said: “The Prime Minister led thanks to the tireless work of staff at MI5 to combat the unprecedented terrorist threat.”

are denied citizenship by Myanmar -- continue to flee the country with hundreds of new arrivals recorded in Bangladesh every day.

The Myanmar Army has repeatedly denied that its offensive in Rakhine in western Myanmar, that began on August 25, following a series of attacks

by Rohingya rebels against multiple government posts in the region, had targeted civilians.

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of terror. Rahman was also charged with assisting Imran in terror planning. Both men will appear at London’s Old Bailey on December 20.

They were arrested in raids by the Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command in London and Birmingham on November 28. Police believe their plan was to detonate some sort of improvised explosive device (IED) at Downing Street and attack and kill the Prime Minister in the ensuing chaos, Sky News reported. During the hearing, Rahman gave his nationality as BangladeshiBritish while Imran from Birmingham gave his as

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JUBILEE KEHOUCHIE PUOTEI :10:30 AM MENUHOKHO HIBO, PASTOR KECHOSENÜ THAKRO KEVILETUO KERA REV. DR. V. ATSI DOLIE

MEDZIVOKETUO 1. Bible Kephrü Mu Kecha : Keduolhoulie Shüya, Pastor Baptist Church Meriema 2. Mechü Tsali No Zha Zalie 3. Vevori Die Zakahe Neikha Church Board Chairman 4. Kecha Mechü 5. Zhapu Tsali 1 Niepu No Dietho Zo Nhichuko Choir 6. Seweda Kekhrü K. Kezha Dzüvichü Executive Secretary CBCC 7. Mhakengu Mu Kepesikecü Mhanguko La Kecha Rev. Lhouzoviu Shüya, Pastor Chümoukedima Village Baptist Church Kethezie Mhatho 8. Zhapu Tsali 2 Jubilee Choir Chümoukedima Village Baptist Church 9. ZhapuTsali 3 Halleluya Chorus Model Village Baptist Church Choir 10. Diekepu Tei N Mhathoko Kide Zha Shi (Chieliko 92:5) 11. Kethezie Die Neisielhou Shüya, Dikon 12. Thekha Tsali Jisu U Ngumezhiecü 13. Thekha Kecha Kevisezo Hibo, Pastor Khuzama Baptist Church

Y. Haongsayemjong Chang Grandson of Late Elem Chang, Land Owner of Piggery Farm Tuensang Village.

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VATICAN CITY, DEC 6 (AGENCIES): Pope Francis on Wednesday defended the “status quo” of Jerusalem, hours ahead of an announcement by US President Donald Trump in which officials said he will recognise the disputed city as Israel’s capital.

“I cannot silence my deep concern over the situation that has emerged in recent days. At the same time, I appeal strongly for all to respect the city’s status quo, in accordance with the relevant UN resolutions,” the pope said in his weekly address.

The Argentine pontiff ’s call came a day after he spoke on phone with Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas, the Vatican said without elaborating. “ Je r u s a l e m i s a unique city, sacred for Jews, Christians and Muslims,” he said, adding that it was home to sites deemed holy by followers of the three major monotheistic faiths.

London, Dec 6 (IANS): A 20-year-old man accused of a plot to bomb Downing Street’s security gates and then kill British Prime Minister Theresa May was on Wednesday remanded in custody after he appeared at a court here.

Naa’imur Zakariyah Rahman from north London was charged with preparing acts of terrorism and was remanded in custody during a hearing at the Westminster Magistrates’ Court, the BBC reported.

He appeared alongside 21year-old Mohammed Aqib Imran, who was accused of trying to join the Islamic State (IS) and preparing acts

have no valid identification papers -- currently living in Bangladesh should be voluntary, safe and sustainable.

“Conditions in Myanmar are not yet conducive for the return (of Rohingyas),” he said.

Several refugees in Bangladesh alleged that even after three months since the crisis erupted, the Myanmar Army was still razing Rohingya villages.

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CLARIFICATION The undersigned on behalf of the Tuensang Village Council P/ Khel has clarified that, the village council is the part of witness between Government and landowners. Henceforth, we the village council had given witness and recommended in respect of Mr. Y. Haongsayemjong Chang for appointment as Piggery Attendant against the vacant post which was created by Shri.

Saomongba Chang piggery attendant who retired, because Mr. Y. Haongsayemjong is a grandson of Late Elem Chang and rightful owner of the presently occupied the land under State pig breeding centre (piggery farm) Tuensang village, but the government did not consider our recommended applicant instead government has appointed Y. Thanghiu Khiamniungan tribe from Noklak area on 26th April 2016 without having single inch of land under piggery farm Tuensang village. Therefore, the village council further clear and wash our hands and would not be responsible even if the land owner goes to re-encroach their land.

S. Ajong Chang Chairman, village council P/ Khel Tuensang Village.

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The Kids We Used To Know from US rocks Dimapur

Members of ‘The Kids We Used To Know’ from US. (DIPR)

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he Kids We Used To Know, band from Montana, US, was one of the band that took

round. Speaking to DPRO Dimapur, a member of the band informed that the band ‘The Kids We Use To Know’ was formed one and a half years back and it was formed basically to work with adults and Youth with troubled life.

“We feel for adults who has gone through addiction,

depression and troubled life so we want to connect with them so that they don’t get into those stuffs,” the band member expressed.

Reminiscing about our Youth days we feel that life has become very complicated these days and we want to connect with the youth through music so

that they don’t get astray, he maintained.

The band members informed that this is their first ever overseas performance.

They also said that they love the people of Nagaland for their friendliness, the spicy food, the green scenery and the cool weather.

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the stage for competition on Day 2 at the Hornbill International Rock Contest (HIRC) 2017 preliminary

Information for DNC

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he selection for opening stalls during the Dimapur Night Carnival (DNC) have been listed and pasted at Akki Infra-Tech & Logistics, Hotel Trinity Building, opposite Hotel Cedar, Near Police Commissioner Office or call 03862-230962.

Therefore, all applicants who have been selected are request to kindly get the Stall permit between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on December 7, 8 and 9.

It may be noted that all those applicants who have not been selected. In the event of any cancellation by any selected allottee preference will be given to those who have opted for varieties other than food stall.

Bendang directs ‘Poong-Ai-Khaai-Tumm’

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oong - Ai - Khaai - Tumm” (Story of a man selling a basket) was successfully performed which was applauded and well accepted by the people of Namsai (Arunachal Pradesh) as they experienced the first ever theatrical performance.

The play is a product of 30 days production Oriented Theatre Workshop sponsored by NEZCC in collaboration with Department of Art & Culture, Dis-

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trict Administration Namsai District.

Resource person Bendang Walling from Nagaland directed the play, the production was designed

by Limanungdang Ao and written by Chow Therinja Mantow The play has also been selected in the upcoming 12th Bhabendra Nath Saikia Memorial Pathar National Thetare Festival (2017) on the December 23 at Duliajan, Assam.

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Poong - Ai - Khaai - Tumm director Bendang Walling (seated far 1st-L) along with the actors.

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ISL: Jamshedpur beat Dynamos 1-0

Action in the match between Jamshedpur (Red) and Delhi on Wednesday.

New Delhi, Dec 6 (PTI): Jamshedpur FC notched up their maiden win of the Indian Super League with a solitary goal victory over struggling Delhi Dynamos here Wednesday.

Nigerian forward Izu Azuka struck in the 60th minute to score ISL newcomers Jamshedpur’s first goal and hand his side the first win after three goal-less draws on the trot.

For the Dynamos, it was their third loss on the

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trot after beginning the season with a 3-2 win over FC Pune City in an away match. This was their second consecutive loss at home after their 0-2 defeat at the hands of NorthEast United on December 2.

Despite concerns of poor quality of air in the national capital prior to today’s match, it was one of the better days in terms of pollution and the focus was on football. But the 8000odd crowd who turned up at the Jawaharlal Nehru Sta-

dium must have returned disappointed at the show of the home side.

Neither side could find a way to score in the first half as each of them has one shot on target. The Dynamos had over 60 percent possession but they don ot have much to show except for a disallowed goal.

Jamshedpur, barring one good run from Siddharth Singh, had nothing worth mentioning either.

In the 13th minute, Dynamos captain Kalu

Uche was able to find the back of Jamshedpur net off a free-kick by Paulinho Dias but he was ruled off-side to the dismay of the home crowd.

Eight minute later, it was the turn of Jamshedpur to have a shy at the Dynamos goal. Bikash Jairu darted down the left channel and he had Izu Azuka running on his right.

But Jair u’s square pass was played a little behind Azuka who nonetheless managed to get a

shot which was just wide of the near post. The second half was more action-filled as compared to the first 45 minutes. Jamshedpur were clearly the better side after the break and they were handed a golden chance to take the lead in the 57th minute when Pratik Chowdhary brought down Azuka inside the box just moments before the Jamshedpur forward was about to release a shot at the goal.

A penalty kick was awarded but Andre Bikey made a horrible effort from the spot and Dynamos keeper Albino Gaomes dived to his right to stop the weak shot.

But, the visitors did not need to wait for long for their first goal of the season as Azuka headed home at the stroke of the hour mark off a free kick.

Mehtab Hossain took the free kick and curled it in right in the middle of the box, where Azuka made his run. Nobody picked him up and the Jamshedpur forward connected it with his head after a good leap and beat the keeper Subrata Paul comfortably.

The Dynamos applied pressure in the closing stages of the match but their forwards were toothless and midfield lacked creativity and they rarely threatened the Jamshedpur goal.

Atletico out; Man Utd, PSG, Roma advance to round of 16

Madrid, Dec 6 (IANS): Atletico de Madrid confirmed their exit from the UEFA Champions League with a 1-1 draw at Chelsea, allowing Roma to advance to the round of 16 as group winners along with Paris St-Germain, despite their 1-3 defeat in Munich. Manchester United, who won 2-1 at home to CSKA Moscow, also advanced.

Juventus and Basel also completed their passage to the next round, joining Barcelona, Besiktas, Manchester City, Tottenham, Manchester United, Paris Saint Germain and Roma who qualified as group winners, and Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Juventus and Basel as runners up, reports Efe. There are only four Round of 16 spots left to play for on Wednesday night ahead of the draw on December 10 in Nyon.

Two will come from group E (one of Liverpool, Sevilla and Spartak Moscow), one from F, with the clash between Shakhthar Donetsk and Naples, and another from group G, either Porto or Leipzig.

Having already secured first place in Group D, Barca rested Argentine

Starc stars in Australia’s 120- T-20: Bayavu Sixers, P. Khel in last four run win in second Ashes Test

A d e l aid e , D e c 6 (IANS): Australia gained a vital 2-0 lead in the fivematch Ashes after thrashing England by 120 runs in the second cricket Test at the Adelaide Oval here on Wednesday.

Chasing 354 runs to win, England were bowled out for 233, which saw their last six wickets going for just 57 runs in the historic day-night affair.

Left-arm paceman Mithcell Starc ran through the English batting middle order, after Josh Hazlewood scalped both Joe Root (67) and Chris Woakes (5) in his first two overs of the day without addition to their

IPL: Dhoni cleared for CSK return

NEW DELHI, Dec 6 (Agencies): The Indian Premier League’s (IPL) governing council has cleared up to three players from the two franchise suspended for two seasons, Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals, to be retained for next year’s edition of the lucrative T20 tournament, which means that Indian cricket superstar MS Dhoni could be in line to represent the franchise whom he led to two IPL titles.

According to TOI, in a meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday, along with the Committee of Administrators (CoA), the IPL GC met to discuss IPL Player retention policy, salary cap, player regulations and other related issues. Among the decisions taken was to allow Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings to retain players from their 2015 squads, who are not playing for any other franchise, and to set in place the five-player buy-back rule which includes option of doing so with three retentions and two matching cards, or two retentions and three matching cards.

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overnight scores.

Thereafter, the Australians took the game by the scruff of its neck with Starc accounting for stumper Jonny Bairstow (36), Craig Overton (7) and Stuart Broad (8) while off-spinner Nathan Lyon added to the woes with the wicket of Moeen Ali. Resuming the day at 176/4, the tourists failed to provide any resistance as they kept losing wickets at regular intervals to completely lose the plot.

England could surrender the Ashes next week at the WACA ground in Perth, where it has not won a Test since 1978.

Kohima, Dec 6 (NPN): Upper Bayavu Sixers and P. Khel Eagles entered the semi-finals of the 5th edition 10-Northern Angami -1 T-20 bash at Ziekezou Kohima village ground on Wednesday.

In the first match, Upper Bayavu Sixers beat R.S. Challengers by 21 runs. Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Upper Bayavu Sixers scored 135 runs losing eight wickets in the allotted overs.

Vikato and Mhabemo scored 32 and 30 runs in 44 and 27 balls respectively, while Kezha took two wickets in four overs.

In reply, R.S. Challengers were bowled out for 114 runs. Nyuyhenlo scored 35 runs in 31 balls, Panger and Opangtemsu took three and two wickets in three and two overs respectively.

Vi k a t o o f U p p e r Bayavu Sixers was named man of the match.

In the second match, P. Khel Eagles defeated Kenuozou wolves by huge

35 and 25 balls respectively, while Vesan took two wickets in four overs.

Sampri of P.Khel Eagles was adjudged man of the match.

The tournament is organized by Brotherhood group Kohima.

Thursday’s matches (Semi-finals ) P.Khel Eagles Vs Upper Bayavu Sixers: 9 a.m.

Lower Bayavu Giants Vs North Block warriors: 12:30 p.m.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

CONDOLENCE

The Office of the Tuensang District Ex-Serviceman Union and Tsadang Shutsakhong Ex-Serviceman Union (Chare area) express our deepest condolences to the family of our great and vibrant soldier Late Brig (Retd). K. K. Roy Chaudhary, Director Rajya Sainik Board who passed away on 24th Nov, 2017. We will always remember your great works and valuable contribution for the Welfare to the Ex-serviceman.

May your soul rest in God’s Heavenly abode.

President President Tuensang District Ex-serviceman Union Tsadang Shutsakhong Ex-serviceman Union Chare Area K-3985 Ex-HAV – C.Thepongse Sangtam, Kohima

Venue : Govt. High School Chuchuyimlang Football Ground.

Last date of form submission: 8th Dec 2017 Champion: Rs. 1,00,000/Runner up: 50,000/Sponsor’s of Semi-final : Gilgal Enterprises, Chuchu Town : Bethesda Pharmacy, Mkg Individual Prize sponsor’s : Temjenmoa Jamir, Advocate Kohima : Jai Electrical & Hardware, Mkg : New Bakery, Mkg : Millennium General Shop, Chuchu Town Forms available at : Tems Enterprises, Chuchuyimlang Students Book Stall, Mokokchung Connecting Agency, Changtongya Town.

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Open night badminton tourney DIMAPUR, Dec 6 (NPN): The 2nd Open Night Badminton Tournament organised by Hindu Yuva Sanga in memory of late Manik Bhattacharjee would be held from December 15to 17 and not as reported earlier.

Last date of registration is December 9 and forms would be available at World Stationery, MP Road and Paul’s Villa, Dhobinalla, Dimapur or can be contacted at: 9774745422/8259865219/7005576082.

4TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY

AKAHOTO JAKHALU th Died on 7 Dec. 2013

Dear Akabo,

In our hearts you will always be...

Your Love, your Voice And your Smile Are forever imprinted In our minds.

So loved and so missed Mom, sisters, brother, in-laws, niece & nephew.

1st Death Anniversary IN LOVING MEMORY of

Lt. Vilabeilie Belho No farewell words were spoken You were gone before we knew it.

Our hearts still ache in sadness 7-12-2016 And secret tears still flow.

If only love alone could have saved you You never would have gone.

Your memory a treasure for us to keep going Your place no one could ever fill.

You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Loving wife & son

2ND DEATH ANNIVERSARY

Organized by

Dist : Mokokchung, Nagaland – 798614 Regd. No: RS 2440 th 11 Marsosang Football Trophy will commence from 12 th Dec 2017. Shri Amenba Yaden, Honourable Parliamentary Secretary, Industries & Commerce and NIDC have kindly consented to be the Chief Guest for the inaugural function.

Benfica in Lisbon, Basel followed Manchester United to the round of 16.

Elyounoussi and Oberlin sealed the victory and qualification for the Swiss team.

In Group B, Paris Saint-German had all but secured top spot, with Munich needing to win by four goals to leapfrog them. The Bavarians’ 3-1 victory was not enough, and they will follow the Parisians into the round of 16 in second place.

Anderlecht secured the group’s third place and a Europa League berth with a 1-0 victory in Glasgow against Celtic.

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MARSOSANG FOOTBALL TROPHY Rocky Club, Chuchuyimlang

star Lionel Messi as they faced Sporting CP at the Camp Nou, defeating the Portuguese side with a goal from Paco Alcacer and another when Sporting CP’s former Barcelona man Jeremy Mathieu scored an own goal on Tuesday.

Juventus grabbed the group’s second place with a 2-0 away victory over Olympiakos.

At Old Trafford, Manchester United sealed their place at the top of Group A by beating CSKA Moscow 2-1 with goals from Romelu Lukaku and Marcus Rashford in the 64th and 66th minute, respectively.

Winning 2-0 against

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Mitchell Starc (centre) took five wickets as Australia beat England in the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.

Delighted at the win, Australia skipper Steven Smith said: “We always had the faith in the team and the belief.

“We thought if we could come out and bowl well this morning, hit our lengths and get one or two wickets, then things can happen quickly,” he added.

Root was understandably disappointed, but still positive as he looked ahead to a come-from-behind series win.

“I don’t think we did ourselves justice,” he said.

“We’re still massively in the series. We showed that from the way we played yesterday. That has to be the benchmark how we approach the rest of the series,” he added.

Both the sides will now face off in the third Test at the WACA in Perth from December 14-18.

Brief Scores: Australia 442/8d & 138 beat England 227 & 233 (Joe Root 67, Mark Stoneman 36, Jonny Bairstow 36, Mitchell Starc 5/88, Josh Hazlewood 2/49, Nathan Lyon 2/45) by 120 runs.

109 runs.

Put into bat, P. Khel Eagles scored a huge 206 runs losing six wickets.

Imli and Sampri scored 71 and 75 runs in 46 and 31 balls respectively, while Yekivi took two wickets in three overs.

Chasing the target, Kenuozou Wolves managed to score a partly 97 runs losing eight wickets in 20 overs.

Mghatovi and Alo scored 41 and 26 runs in

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Marcus Rashford slotted in left footed from an angle to end his recent goal drought.

Born on 01/01/1938 – Rested on 04/12/2017 We the bereaved family members of Lt. Konungchao Kamei, would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to all individual and organizations who stood by us with prayers, physical presence, financial and material support during the prolonged illness and at the demise of our beloved father.

We convey our special thanks to: 1. Rongmei Baptist church, Kohima 2. Men’s Fellowship RBC, Kohima 3. Women’s Fellowship RBC, Kohima 4. Baptist Youth Fellowship, Kohima 5. Nagabazar Rongmei Prayer Fellowship, Kohima 6. Mark cell Nagabazar 7. Nagabazar colony and Panchayat 8. Kathuirong Karapou, Pie and chabuan, Nagabazar 9. Commissioner’s Staff and well wishers, Kohima 10. D.C Office Driver Union, Kohima 11. Friends and family members from Chumukedima, Dimapur, Jalukie and Imphal 12. Sekho Complex, Kohima 13. R. Sebastian Lotha Nagabazar 14. Doctors and nurses, NHAK We deeply regret our inability to thank each and everyone individually; however it is our humble prayer that our Almighty God bless you all abundantly.

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OF OUR BELOVED LT. NEIVIL SACHÜ 07.12.2015

Two years have gone since you left us for your heavenly home, but you are always remembered in our hearts.

Dad you are deeply missed.

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SL salvage draw in 3rd Test; India win series 1-0

Indian players pose for a group photo with the winning trophy after the third cricket test match of India - Sri Lanka Series ended in draw, in New Delhi on Wednesday. India won the series 1-0. (PTI)

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS): India registered a record ninth straight series win after drawing the pollution-marred third and final Test against Sri Lanka at the Ferozeshah Kotla here on Wednesday.

Chasing an improbable 410, a defiant Sri Lanka rode on Dhananjaya de Silva’s third Test century

and debutant Roshen Silva’s unbeaten half century to score 299/5, before both the captains decided to shake hands with seven overs to go before the mandatory close of play.

Roshen remained unbeaten on 74 while stumper Niroshan Dickwella was on 44 when the match ended.

Wi t h t h i s, I n d i a clinched the three-Test rubber against the islanders 1-0 and also equalled Australia’s record of nine consecutive Test series wins from 2005-2008.

India drew the first Test in Kolkata before thrashing the visitors by an innings and 239 runs in the second game at Nagpur.

The first four days of the Kotla Test also witnessed a few disruptions with the Sri Lankan players wearing anti-pollution masks to protect themselves against the high pollution level in the national capital.

Resuming from Tuesday’s score of 31/3, the visitors lost the wicket of

Angelo Mathews in the sixth over of the day before skipper Dinesh Chandimal (36) and de Silva took the team to a comfortable 119/4 at lunch.

Mathews, whose 111 played a big part in Sri Lanka’s first innings total of 373, perished to a thick edge off Jadeja as Ajinkya Rahane completed an excellent catch at slip.

The right-handed duo of de Silva and Chandimal continued to frustrate the Indian bowlers as the fifth wicket partnership flourished to 112 runs before off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin packed back the visiting captain with a beauty.

Chandimal, who consumed 90 deliveries and struck two boundaries, attempted to whip Ashwin’s tossed up delivery through mid-wicket but the ball sneaked through the gap between bat and pad to hit the stumps.

Despite losing his partners, the 26-year-old de Silva battled a glute muscle injury to complete his career’s third Test century from 188 balls and later added an unbeaten 58-run stand for the sixth

wicket in the company of Roshen.

The centurion was however, forced to walk off just before the tea break which saw stumper Niroshan Dickwella joining Roshen in the middle.

Roshen, who got a duck in the first innings made up for his flop show, showing great maturity to bring up his maiden half century off 105 balls.

Dickwella, at the other end played his aggressive natural game, slamming six boundaries in his 66ball unbeaten knock. For the hosts, Jadeja emerged the pick of the bowlers with figures of 3/83 while Ashwin and pacer Mohammed Shami picked up one wicket apiece.

The Indian captain was adjudged the Man-ofthe-Match as well as the Player-of-the-Series for his excellent run with the willow.

Kohli emerged the highest run-getter in the series with 615 runs, which saw him scoring three centuries, including two backto-back double tons. His 243 had powered India to 536/7 declared in the first innings here.

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Jotsoma village wrestling meet DIMAPUR, Dec 6 (NPN): Jotsoma Youth Organization would be organizing the 57th Jotsoma Village Wrestling meet on December 8 and 9 at Jotsoma local ground.

MLA Kuzholuzo Nienu will grace the inaugural function as chief guest and DFO Longleng Beizo Suokhrie as guest of honour. The organizer has requested all the Jotsoma villagers and well wishers to come and attend the wrestling meet.

Basketball tournament at Chetheba

DIMAPUR, Dec 6 (NPN): Team Huskers in collaboration with Colours Graphic Kohima would be organizing the 1st edition of the Winter Open Basketball Challenge 2017 from December 19-20 at Chetheba local ground under Phek district with the motto “one dream, one spirit, one team”.

Entry fee has been fixed Rs 2000 and the winning team will walk home with Rs. 20,000 along with the certificates while the runners-up will receive a cash of Rs 10,000.

Details can be contacted at 7005160959, 8014804878.

ANKA informs participants

DIMAPUR, DEC 6 (NPN): All Nagaland karate-Do Association (ANKA) has informed all the selected participants for the 5th NESKFI North East India Karate Championship to attend the coaching camp on December 11 at 2 p.m. at Logdrum School, Sangtamtila.

Further details can be contacted at: 7005156339.

Downhill Mountain Bike Race in Kohima IOC bans Russia from

A participant competing in the event.

DIMAPUR, Dec 6 (NPN): Native Station Nagaland organized the 4th edition of Kohima Downhill Mountain Bike Race coinciding with the

Hornbill Festival on December 4 at Viswema village, Kohima.

The event was sponsored by start-up cycle manufacturing company

based in Pune - Psynyde Bikes and Nagaland based clothing start-up Winter Made. Participants also paid tribute to popular Indian mountain biker late Ajay Padval, who died in a mountain bike accident earlier this year in Leh, Ladakh. He secured the fourth position in the last year edition.

The winners were awarded firestone medals made in Nagaland by Naga craftsman and entrepreneur Veta Huphrem.

It may be noted that the race track was designed by Ollie Hemstock of Hemstock Designs from United Kingdom along with the track design team from Nagaland comprising of Seyieo Sekhose, Kaolim Hanso, Kevilebo Zhotso, Kezevituo Seyie.

Kohima Downhill was organized by Mhonjan Lotha, Avitso Lcho, Bolto Pusa, Neikesa Yalie, Kele Yhoshu and Yanpvuo Kikon.

The event was organized with voluntary donations by young Nagas and many youths sacrificed their savings and salaries for the successful conduct of the event.

Winners of Kohima Downhill 2017 First: Suman Tamang - S.T. (Nepal) Second: Apshai Griffith Niangti (Shillong) Third: Prachit Thapa (Nepal) Fo u r t h : G a u t a m Taode (Pune) Fifth: Ollie Hemstock (United Kingdom) Best local rider: Seyieo Sekhose (Kohima)

2018 Winter Olympics

Geneva, Dec 6 (IANS): The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Tuesday that Russia is banned from the 2018 Winter Olympics set for next February in PyeongChang, South Korea, over doping concerns, Xinhua reported.

The IOC decided to suspend the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) with immediate effect, but Russian athletes would still be able to compete at the PyeongChang Games in uniforms bearing the name “Olympic Athlete from Russia” under the Olympic Flag, and the Olympic Anthem will be played in any ceremony.

Samuel Schmid, former Swiss president en-

titled to lead the investigation commission, said an over-17-month IOC investigation has “confirmed the systemic manipulation of the anti-doping rules and system in Russia during the Olympic Winter Games Sochi 2014, as well as the various levels of administrative, legal and contractual responsibility”.

“This was an unprecedented attack on the integrity of the Olympic Games and sport,” said IOC President Thomas Bach. “As an athlete myself, I’m feeling very sorry for all the clean athletes.”

The IOC “has issued proportional sanctions for this systemic manipulation while protecting the clean athletes.

HWL Final: India stun Belgium to enter semis

Indian players jubiliate with goalkeeper Chikte Akash after win against Belgium in penalty shoot out. (PTI)

Bhubaneswar, Dec 6 (PTI): Hosts India produced a spirited performance to stun Olympic silver medallist Belgium 3-2 in the shoot-out and progress to the semifinals of the Hockey World League (HWL) final after both the teams were locked at 3-3 at the end of regulation time, here Wednesday.

It was a great exhibition of attacking hockey from both the sides as the regulation time yielded as many as six goals, three each from either side.

While Gur jant Singh (31st minute), Harmanpreet Singh (35th) and Rupinderpal Singh (46th) were the goal scorers for India, Belgium’s goals came from the sticks of Loick Luypaert (39th, 46th) and Amaury Keusters (53rd).

But Chikte, who gave his place to young Suraj Karkera in the match and was brought into action in the 47th minute, stood up to his coach’s faith and produced four brilliant saves in the shoot-out that went to sudden death to seal the famous win for India.

He blocked four Belgian attackers during the shootout, while Lalit Upadhyay, Rupinder Pal Singh and Harmanpreet Singh were on the mark for India.

Unlike their last two matches, the Indians made bright start to the game and had a wonderful chance to take the lead in the opening minute.

India’s semifinal opponent will be decided after the conclusion of tomorrow’s remaining two quarterfinals.

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